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New York Mets to Face Pittsburgh Pirates in NL Clash at Citi Field: Game Two Showdown Tonight

The Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against the New York Mets in an NL clash on Tuesday night at Citi Field. This will be game two of a three-game series, with the first pitch set for 7:10 p.m. EDT. Last year, these two teams split the season series, so it will be interesting to see who will come out on top this time. Jared Jones will be the starting pitcher for the Pirates, while Jose Quintana will be on the mound for the Mets. New York is the betting favorite, opening at -125 and the current line is New York -118. It should be an exciting matchup to watch.

Betting Odds

  • Moneyline: Pirates +104 | Mets -118
  • Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-199) | Mets -1.5 (+170)
  • Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
  • Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 54%.

Pittsburgh vs New York Stats

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Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh is off to a strong start in the 2022 season, with impressive performances both offensively and defensively. The pitching staff ranks sixth in ERA, with the bullpen standing out at third in FIP and sixth in WAR. Rookie Jared Jones leads the NL in walk percentage and has shown promise with 25 strikeouts in 18.0 innings pitched, despite recent struggles with allowing multiple homers. Offensively, the Pirates rank seventh in runs per game and are excelling in walk percentage, OBP, and batting average. They have had success on the basepaths with a perfect 9-9 record in stolen-base attempts. Overall, Pittsburgh is ranked seventh in offense, sixth in defense, and holds a strong 11-6 record. Their performance will be put to the test in an upcoming game against the Mets.

New York Mets Analysis

The New York Mets have shown improvement after a rough start to the 2024 season, with strong pitching contributing to their recent success. Lefty Jose Quintana will be on the mound for the Mets, having performed well in his starts so far. The team's bullpen, led by closer Edwin Diaz, has been impressive. On the offensive side, the Mets have been scoring consistently, with solid stats in batting average, OBP, and slugging percentage. They have a low strikeout percentage and a decent walk percentage. The Mets are facing the Pirates next, and sports betting promos are available for those interested in placing bets. Currently, the Mets have a power ranking of 15 and are 8-8 overall, with Pittsburgh having won 2 out of their last 3 matchups.

Pirates Pose Threat to Mets as Jones Shines on Mound

It would be unwise to underestimate the Pirates team. Despite Jared Jones being a rookie, his consistent performance in terms of strikeout to walk ratio indicates a promising career ahead. This factor is crucial in containing the formidable Mets offense. Furthermore, Pittsburgh's bullpen has demonstrated reliability in taming the New York lineup. Additionally, the Pirates' offense ranks seventh in scoring, presenting a formidable challenge for opposing pitchers such as Jose Quintana. Notably, Quintana suffered his only loss of the season during his one home start in 2024. It is foreseeable that the Pirates will secure another victory as the Tuesday night game concludes.

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PIT
NYM
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Side
+1.5 (-215)
-1.5 (+180)
-1.5
Moneyline
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-110
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Total
O 7.5
U 7.5
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