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Milwaukee Brewers Aim for Fifth Consecutive Road Series Win Against Pittsburgh Pirates in Tuesday Matchup

The Milwaukee Brewers will be aiming for their fifth consecutive road series win as they take on the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second game of their four-game series at PNC Park on Tuesday night. The game is set to start at 6:40 PM ET. While the Brewers have not announced their starting pitcher, Bailey Falter with a 1-1 record and 4.05 ERA will take the mound for the Pirates. Pittsburgh is the betting favorite for the matchup with the line opening at -106. Please note that this preview was written before Monday's game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Brewers -105 | Pirates -106
• Spread: Brewers -1.5 (+140) | Pirates +1.5 (-170)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pittsburgh will win straight-up is 51%.

Milwaukee vs Pittsburgh Stats

Milwaukee Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers have been performing exceptionally well this season, particularly on the road where they have won 10 of their last 12 games. They are aiming to continue their success by securing a victory against the Pirates, which would mark their fifth win in their last six games. Milwaukee is currently averaging 5.70 runs per game, boasting a .275 batting average (second in the league), a .248 on-base percentage (also second), and a .441 slugging percentage (third). William Contreras leads the team with a .354 batting average and 20 RBI, while Christian Yelich has hit five home runs. On the pitching front, the Brewers have been solid, allowing 3.50 runs per game with opponents batting .232 against them (13th in the league). Their 3.52 ERA and 1.23 WHIP both rank ninth. The team's strong performance has earned them a power ranking of 1 and a record of 14-7 this season. A strong pitching effort will be crucial for them to secure another win.

Pittsburgh Pirates Analysis

The Pittsburgh Pirates started the season strong, winning nine of their first 11 games, but have since been on a losing streak, losing six of their last eight games. They will look to turn things around with a series win over the division-leading Brewers, starting with a win on Tuesday. Pittsburgh is averaging 4.36 runs per game with a .239 batting average, ranking 16th in the league. Connor Joe leads in batting average, Edward Olivares in home runs, and Bryan Reynolds in RBI. The Pirates' pitching has been solid, giving up 4.09 runs per game with a .232 batting average against them, ranking 12th in the league. In their last matchup, the Pirates suffered a 9-1 loss to the Mets. They will need a strong start from their pitcher, Falter, to secure a win. Pittsburgh has a power ranking of 19 and is #16 for offense and defense, with a record of 12-11. Milwaukee has a 2-1 record against Pittsburgh in their last three matchups.

Milwaukee Brewers Showcase Strong Offense in Recent Wins Against Struggling Pittsburgh Pirates

The Milwaukee Brewers have demonstrated impressive offensive performances, winning four of their last five games. Scoring a total of 16 runs in their recent three road games, the team's hitters are in top form. Despite the strong pitching efforts of Falter for the Pirates, the Brewers are expected to maintain their offensive prowess due to Pittsburgh's struggling bullpen during their recent games. The Pirates have faced difficulties, losing seven out of their last eight games, along with four of their last five home games. With only six runs scored in their previous five games, Pittsburgh's offense is anticipated to continue struggling against Milwaukee's solid pitching, which has limited opponents to less than 3.5 runs per game on the road. Milwaukee's bullpen has also been reliable, further supporting their ability to contain Pittsburgh's offense. In this matchup, it is advisable to favor Milwaukee covering the money line.

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