The Pittsburgh Pirates (48-59) are set to face off against the Milwaukee Brewers (58-51) in the first of a four-game series. The Brewers are looking to extend their one-game winning streak, while the Pirates aim to bounce back from a recent loss. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Pirates vs. Brewers predictions, odds, and picks below.
Pirates vs. Brewers Odds
Moneyline: Milwaukee Brewers -125 (WynnBet) / Pittsburgh Pirates +115 (WynnBet)
Total: 8.5
Game Info
- Date: Thursday, Aug. 3
- Time: 7:15 PM ET
- Location: American Family Field, Milwaukee
- TV: FOX
Milwaukee Brewers Betting Trends
The Brewers have been struggling at home recently, with a 3-7 record in their last 10 games. However, they have a strong record when they out-hit their opponents, boasting a 39-7 win-loss record in such games. As favorites, the Brewers have 28 wins and 23 losses this season.
Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Trends
The Pirates, on the other hand, have been performing well on the road, with a 6-4 record in their last 10 games. They have a strong record when hitting two or more home runs, with a 21-6 win-loss record. As underdogs, the Pirates have managed to secure 35 wins against 50 losses.
Pirates vs. Brewers Predictions
The Brewers’ starting pitcher, Adrian Houser, has a 3-3 win-loss record with a 4.43 ERA this season. On the other side, the Pirates’ Mitch Keller boasts a 9-7 record with a 3.97 ERA. Both pitchers have had their struggles, but Keller has shown more consistency, which could give the Pirates an edge.
Offensively, the Brewers have been led by Christian Yelich, who has a .286 batting average with 16 home runs. The Pirates’ offense has been powered by Jack Suwinski, who has hit 21 home runs with a .223 batting average.
Pirates vs. Brewers Picks
The Brewers are the better team at the moment, and they are playing at home. You could argue that the pitching matchup is pretty even between Houser and Keller, but Milwaukee has more assets in the lineup and bullpen. For those reasons, we are taking the Brewers to win the game with -125 moneyline odds.
The Pick: Milwaukee Brewers Moneyline | -125 at WynnBET