Pittsburgh Pirates vs Washington Nationals Betting Picks & Predictions
The undefeated Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night at 6:45pmET at Nationals Park. Pittsburgh won the first game of the series
Game outlook
The undefeated Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night at 6:45pmET at Nationals Park. Pittsburgh won the first game of the series on Monday night, extending their winning streak. Mitch Keller will be the starting pitcher for the Pirates, while Trevor Williams will take the mound for the Nationals. Pittsburgh is the betting favorite, with the current line at -145. Weather conditions may impact the game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Pirates -145 | Nationals +128
Spread: Pirates -1.5 (+110) | Nationals +1.5 (-130)
Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pittsburgh will win straight-up is 59%.
Pittsburgh Pirates
Draft Kings has released World Series odds for the Pirates (+12,000) and NL Central odds (+700) for the team. Despite last season's 76-86 finish, the Pirates are off to a strong start in 2021 with a record of 82-80, their best start since 1983. Manager Derek Shelton emphasized the importance of a good start and team execution. Michael A. Taylor, a former Nationals player, has been a standout player for the Pirates. Mitch Keller will take the mound for Pittsburgh, looking to improve upon his performance in the opener. Bryan Reynolds leads the team with eight RBIs. The Pirates are ranked 4 in offense, 12 in defense, and have a power ranking of 15. For more insights and predictions on the MLB Season, Free MLB Picks are available.