On Saturday, July 5, 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates will play against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, WA. The game is set to start at 10:10 PM and will be broadcast on FS1. The weather is expected to be overcast, but the retractable roof at the stadium will minimize any impact from the mild crosswind.

Pirates vs. Mariners Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Seattle Mariners -185. The Mariners have a better home record and a stronger starting pitcher in Luis Castillo. The Pirates struggle on the road with a 12-30 record.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-110). Both teams have solid pitching, and the previous game ended with a total of 6 runs. The Mariners’ pitching ranks 7th in ERA, which suggests a low-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled on the road this season with a 12-30 record.
• The Seattle Mariners have a balanced home record of 23-21 this season.
• In their recent game on July 4th, 2025, the Seattle Mariners defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-0.
• Cal Raleigh hit two home runs for the Mariners in their July 4th victory over the Pirates.
• The Pittsburgh Pirates’ recent victory was a 5-0 win against the St. Louis Cardinals on July 2nd, 2025.

Pirates vs Mariners Preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to play against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. This night game will begin at 10:10 PM and will be shown on FS1. The weather is expected to be overcast, but the stadium’s retractable roof will keep conditions stable.

Mike Burrows will start on the mound for the Pirates. He has a 4.15 ERA and a 1-2 record. Luis Castillo will pitch for the Mariners, bringing a 3.55 ERA and a 4-5 record. Both teams will look to their starters to set the tone early in the game.

Seattle Mariners: Key Players and Stats

The Seattle Mariners are having a solid season with a batting average of .248, ranking 9th in the league. They have hit 118 home runs, placing them 6th in that category. Their on-base percentage is .321, which ranks 8th. Cal Raleigh is leading the Mariners in several categories. He has played 86 games with a batting average of .271. Raleigh’s 35 home runs put him at the top of the league and team rankings. Luis Castillo will start as the pitcher for the Mariners in the upcoming game. He has an ERA of 3.55 and a WHIP of 1.29. Castillo’s record stands at 4 wins and 5 losses this season.

Pittsburgh Pirates: Player Highlights and Team Stats

The Pittsburgh Pirates have a batting average of .234 this season, ranking 16th in the league. Their on-base percentage is .305, placing them 17th. In terms of power, they have hit 61 home runs, ranked 27th. Andrew McCutchen is a standout for the Pirates. He has played 78 games with a batting average of .265. McCutchen leads the team with 8 home runs and 31 RBIs. The Pirates’ pitching staff has an ERA of 3.67, which is 7th in the league. Mike Burrows will start for them, with an ERA of 4.15. His record is 1 win and 2 losses this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Seattle Mariners are favored on the money line at -185. This is due to their solid home record of 23-21 and the presence of Luis Castillo as the starting pitcher. Castillo’s ERA of 3.55 and WHIP of 1.29 make him a reliable option on the mound. The Pirates, on the other hand, have struggled on the road with a 12-30 record, which adds to the Mariners’ advantage.

The over/under is set at 7.5, and the prediction leans towards the under. Both teams have strong pitching, with the Mariners ranking 7th in ERA. The previous game between these teams ended with a total of 6 runs, indicating a tendency for lower-scoring games. The Pirates’ recent offensive struggles, including being shut out in their last game, further support the under prediction.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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