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Pittsburgh Pirates to Face Los Angeles Angels in Three-Game Series, Angels Favored to Win Game 1

The Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against the Los Angeles Angels in a three-game series, with the first game taking place on Tuesday evening. Bailey Falter will be starting for the Pirates, while Jose Soriano will take the mound for the Angels. The Angels have a slight advantage, having won two out of three games against the Pirates last season. With Los Angeles being the betting favorite at -180, the team is predicted to secure a home win on Tuesday. Stay tuned for the Pirates vs. Angels prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates +162 | Angels -180
• Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-134) | Angels -1.5 (+112)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 64%.

Pittsburgh vs Los Angeles Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates will have Bailey Falter on the mound for their upcoming game against the Angels. Falter is coming off a strong outing against the Nationals, where he pitched seven scoreless innings. Despite some inconsistency this season, Falter has a 4.91 ERA and a 1.18 WHIP. The Pirates have struggled on the road this season, losing all three road series. On a positive note, Oneil Cruz has been performing well at the plate with two home runs and six RBIs in his last five games. However, Bryan Reynolds and Andrew McCutchen have not been producing to their usual standards. Pittsburgh currently ranks 26th in offense, averaging 3.39 runs per game, and 16th in pitching with a 4.04 ERA. Overall, the Pirates have a power ranking of 26 and sit at 8-15 for the season.

Los Angeles Angels Analysis

The Los Angeles Angels will be starting Jose Soriano in their upcoming game. Soriano has shown promise in some outings, with a 3.16 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP so far this season. The Angels have had a mixed performance at home, winning some series but also struggling with scoring runs. Mike Trout is off to a strong start with eight home runs and 16 RBIs. Logan O'Hoppe and Taylor Ward have also contributed offensively. The Angels have a power ranking of 29 and rank 19th in offense, scoring an average of 4.15 runs per game. They have a 4.35 ERA, ranking 24th. In their most recent matchups, Pittsburgh won two out of three games against the Angels.

Pittsburgh Pirates Struggling on the Road, Los Angeles Angels Continue to Impress Ahead of Monday Matchup

The Pittsburgh Pirates have encountered difficulties securing victories while playing away from their home field this season, failing to win a series thus far. In their last six games, they have suffered defeat in four of them, leading up to their upcoming match on Monday. Conversely, the Los Angeles Angels have shown commendable competitiveness, particularly with a series victory over Cleveland in one of the two home series they have played this season. On a concerning note, Pirates pitcher Bailey Falter has demonstrated a concerning performance with a 5.63 ERA this month, including a lackluster showing in his most recent road game where he allowed five runs, three of which were earned. In contrast, Angels pitcher Jose Soriano has emerged as a standout player for the team, impressively limiting Tampa Bay to just one run in a recent performance. Soriano boasts a strong 3.16 ERA and 1.25 WHIP for the season, contributing significantly to the Angels' success in five of their past eight games. Considering the Angels' track record, it would be advisable to consider the run line for this upcoming game, given their tendency to win by two or more runs in six of their last eight victories.

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