The Pittsburgh Pirates will play against the New York Mets on Monday, May 12, 2025. The game will be held at Citi Field and is scheduled to start at 7:10 PM. This night game will see the Pirates as the away team and the Mets as the home team.

Pirates vs. Mets Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Mets MoneyLine: -144. The Mets have a strong home record and better overall performance this season. Their hitting and pitching stats are among the best in the league.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-121). Both teams have solid pitching, with the Mets having the top ERA in the league. This could lead to a low-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The Pittsburgh Pirates have a regular season record of 14-27, with 9 games back in the NL Central.
• The New York Mets hold a regular season record of 26-15, with a strong home record of 15-4.
• Pittsburgh Pirates’ Joey Bart went 4/4 with 1 RBI in a spring training game against the Atlanta Braves on May 10th, 2025.
• New York Mets’ Francisco Lindor hit a home run and went 2/4 in a spring training win against the Chicago Cubs on May 11th, 2025.
• In a spring training game on May 9th, 2025, the New York Mets hit 4 home runs against the Chicago Cubs.

Pirates vs Mets Preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates will take the field against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Paul Skenes will start for the Pirates. Skenes has played in 8 games this season, with a record of 3-4. He has an ERA of 2.77 and a WHIP of .94. Skenes will aim to add another win to his record.

David Peterson will pitch for the Mets. He has started in 7 games this season and holds a 2-2 record. His ERA stands at 3.05, and his WHIP is 1.36. Both pitchers will try to keep their teams in the game. The first pitch is set for 7:10 PM.

Mets’ Key Players and Season Overview

Pete Alonso leads the New York Mets with a batting average of .320. He has hit 9 home runs, placing him at the top in the league and on the team. Alonso also has 34 RBIs, which is the highest in the league.

Francisco Lindor is another top performer for the Mets. He has a batting average of .301 and has also hit 9 home runs. Lindor has contributed 26 RBIs, making him second in the league.

David Peterson will start for the Mets. He has a record of 2-2 with an ERA of 3.05. Peterson has struck out 36 batters in 38 1/3 innings.

Pirates’ Lineup and Pitching Overview

Oneil Cruz leads the Pittsburgh Pirates in several categories. He has a batting average of .238 with 8 home runs and 18 RBIs. However, Cruz is dealing with lower back tightness and might not play. Bryan Reynolds has played in 40 games and holds a .210 batting average. He has 5 home runs and leads the team with 19 RBIs. Reynolds has also scored 16 runs, ranking second on the team. Paul Skenes will start on the mound for the Pirates. This season, he has a 3-4 record with a 2.77 ERA. Skenes has struck out 47 batters in 48 2/3 innings.

Final Betting Pick

The Mets have a strong home record, winning 15 of their 19 games. This gives them a clear advantage over the Pirates, who have struggled on the road with only 5 wins in 19 games. The Mets’ hitting is also impressive, with Pete Alonso and Francisco Lindor leading the charge. Their combined power and consistency make the Mets a solid pick for the Money Line.

On the pitching side, both teams have solid starters, but the Mets have the top ERA in the league at 2.88. David Peterson’s ERA of 3.05 further strengthens their defense. The Pirates’ Paul Skenes has a respectable ERA of 2.77, but the Mets’ overall pitching depth should keep the game low-scoring, supporting the Under 7.5 prediction.

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