Pirates Favored to Win Interleague Showdown Against Athletics at Oakland Coliseum in 2024 MLB Season Opener

Game outlook

The 2024 MLB season kicks off with an interleague showdown between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Oakland Athletics at Oakland Coliseum on Monday, April 29. The Pirates are favored to win with a -126 moneyline, while the Athletics are the underdogs at +112 with a total of 7.5 runs. The A's are looking for their third straight victory over the Pirates. Bailey Falter will start for the Pirates with a 3.33 ERA, while Joe Boyle will start for the Athletics with a 7.06 ERA. Pittsburgh opened as -125 favorites and the current line is Pittsburgh -130.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Pirates -130 | Athletics +116

Spread: Pirates -1.5 (+130) | Athletics +1.5 (-150)

Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pittsburgh will win straight-up is 57%.

Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh's recent series against San Francisco, where they went 1-1 with one game remaining, has not been factored into the analysis. The Pirates have scored 17 runs and allowed 19 in their last six games, resulting in a 14-15 record. Currently ranked 20th in runs scored per game and 10th in runs allowed per game in the majors, Pittsburgh is also ranked 21st overall. Bailey Falter, with a 2-1 record and 3.33 ERA, will start in the upcoming game against Oakland. For the best betting offers, check with top sportsbooks.