The Pittsburgh Pirates will take on the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on Thursday, June 19, 2025. The game is set for 5:40 PM and will be broadcast on SN PT. Fans can expect a mild day with light rain and a light breeze crosswind during this afternoon game.
Pirates vs. Tigers Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Tigers MoneyLine +117. The Tigers have a strong home record of 25-11, making them a good value bet despite being the underdog. The Pirates struggle on the road with a 10-26 record.
- Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.0. The Pirates have struggled offensively recently, and with Paul Skenes’ low ERA of 1.78, runs might be limited.
Team Trends
- The Detroit Tigers have a strong home record of 25-11 this season.
- Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled on the road with a 10-26 record.
- The last game between these teams on June 17, 2025, ended with the Tigers winning 7-3.
- Javier Báez hit two home runs for the Tigers in their last game against the Pirates.
- The game at Comerica Park will have mild weather with light rain and a light breeze.
Pirates vs Tigers Preview
The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to visit the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. The Pirates will rely on Paul Skenes to lead their pitching. Skenes has an ERA of 1.78 and a WHIP of 0.85. He has a record of 4-6 this season. His performance will be key for the Pirates as they look to secure a win on the road.
The Tigers have yet to announce their starting pitcher for the game. Playing at home, they will aim to use the familiar field to their advantage. The weather forecast predicts a mild day with light rain and a light breeze. Fans should be prepared for a wet game as they watch these teams compete.
Detroit Tigers: A Closer Look at the Home Team
The Detroit Tigers have some strong hitters this season. Spencer Torkelson is leading the team with 16 home runs. He also has a .492 slugging percentage, making him a key player to watch. Gleyber Torres is another important player for the Tigers. He has a batting average of .273 and has played in 61 games. His on-base percentage is .374, which is the highest on the team. Colt Keith and Dillon Dingler are also contributing to the Tigers’ lineup. Keith has a .249 batting average with 4 home runs, while Dingler has a .271 average and 7 home runs. Both players add depth to the team’s batting order.
Pittsburgh Pirates: Key Players and Pitching Insights
Andrew McCutchen is the standout hitter for the Pirates. He has played in 64 games with a batting average of .262. McCutchen leads the team in home runs with 7 and has an on-base percentage of .348. Ke’Bryan Hayes plays third base and has appeared in 68 games. His batting average is .226, and he has hit 2 home runs. Hayes also has contributed 19 runs and 19 RBIs. Paul Skenes is the starting pitcher for the Pirates in this game. He has an ERA of 1.78 and a WHIP of 0.85. Skenes’ record is 4-6, indicating solid pitching despite the win-loss record.
Final Betting Pick
The Tigers are a strong pick for the MoneyLine at +117. They have a solid home record of 25-11, showing they play well at Comerica Park. Meanwhile, the Pirates struggle on the road with a 10-26 record, which makes the Tigers a good value as the underdog.
For the Over/Under, picking Under 7.0 is wise. The Pirates have had trouble scoring lately, and with Paul Skenes’ impressive ERA of 1.78, runs might be hard to come by. The Tigers also have a strong pitching staff, ranked 4th in ERA, which supports the Under bet.
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Last updated:June 19, 2025 Pirates, Tigers