The Pittsburgh Pirates will play against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Monday, May 26, 2025. The game will start at 8:10 PM and will take place under the night sky. Fans can look forward to seeing the Pirates as the away team and the Diamondbacks as the home team.
Pirates vs. Diamondbacks Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Pirates +160. The Pirates are the underdog, but Andrew Heaney’s strong ERA of 2.91 gives them a chance against the Diamondbacks, who have struggled recently.
- Over/Under Prediction: Over 9.0 (-114). Both teams have shown the ability to score runs, and with the Diamondbacks’ higher ERA of 4.67, the total could go over.
Team Trends
- The Pittsburgh Pirates have a road record of 6-19 this season.
- The Arizona Diamondbacks have a balanced home and road record, both standing at 13 wins.
- In a recent game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Pittsburgh’s Adam Frazier had 3 RBIs.
- Arizona’s Eugenio Suárez had a strong performance with 3 hits and 2 RBIs against the St. Louis Cardinals.
- Oneil Cruz hit 2 home runs in a game against the Milwaukee Brewers.
Pirates vs Diamondbacks Preview
The Pittsburgh Pirates head to Chase Field to play against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night. The Pirates will have Andrew Heaney on the mound. Heaney has started in 10 games this season, holding a 3-3 record with a 2.91 ERA. His ability to keep runs low will be key for the Pirates.
On the other side, the Diamondbacks will start Ryne Nelson. Nelson has a 1-1 record with a 4.60 ERA across 12 games. He has made just two starts, but his strikeout rate of 8.62 per nine innings shows his potential to challenge hitters. Both teams will aim to start the series with a win.
Arizona Diamondbacks: Key Players and Stats
The Arizona Diamondbacks have some strong hitters this season. Corbin Carroll is leading the team with a .265 batting average. He also tops the league with 15 home runs and 40 runs. Geraldo Perdomo is another standout, hitting .304 with 37 RBIs. Eugenio Suárez adds power to the lineup with 14 home runs. He leads the team and league with 40 RBIs. The Diamondbacks’ team batting average is .255, ranking fifth overall. They are third in slugging percentage at .447. On the pitching side, Ryne Nelson has a 4.60 ERA over 31 1/3 innings. He has 30 strikeouts with a WHIP of 1.15. The team has a 4.67 ERA, which places them 23rd in the league. They have recorded 23 quality starts, ranking fifth in that category.
Pittsburgh Pirates: Key Players and Performance
Oneil Cruz is a standout for the Pirates. He leads the team with a .236 batting average and 11 home runs. Cruz also has 30 runs and 23 RBIs, making him a key player in their lineup. Bryan Reynolds has contributed with 6 home runs and 27 RBIs. However, he is dealing with general soreness and might not play. His batting average is .212, and his on-base percentage is .282. Andrew Heaney leads the Pirates’ pitching staff. He has a 2.91 ERA over 55 2/3 innings. Heaney has 42 strikeouts and a WHIP of 1.13, making him a reliable starter.
Final Betting Pick
The Pirates are a good pick for the money line at +160. Andrew Heaney has a strong ERA of 2.91, which gives them a chance against the Diamondbacks. The Pirates have been playing well recently, with a few close games and wins in their last outings.
The over 9.0 total is also a solid choice. The Diamondbacks have a higher ERA of 4.67, suggesting they might allow more runs. Both teams have hitters who can score, which could push the total over 9 runs.
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Last updated:May 26, 2025 Diamondbacks, Pirates