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Phillies Favored as Pirates Face Off in Second Game of Series

The Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against the Philadelphia Phillies in the second game of a three-game series. The Pirates, with Carmen Mlodzinski as their starting pitcher, will seek to improve their record against the Phillies. Zack Wheeler will take the mound for the Phillies, who are favored to win. The Phillies won the first game of the series, but the outcome of this matchup remains to be seen. It will be interesting to see if Wheeler can secure his fifth win of the season.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates +235 | Phillies -270
• Spread: Pirates +1.5 (+115) | Phillies -1.5 (-135)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 73%.

Pittsburgh vs Philadelphia Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates will have Carmen Mlodzinski starting on the pitcher's mound for their upcoming game. Mlodzinski has shown improvement in his recent outings, but has not been able to secure a win due to lack of support from the team. The Pirates, under new interim manager Don Kelly, have been competitive despite their position at the bottom of the NL Standings. Veteran player Andrew McCutchen has been a threat to the Phillies in the past, while younger players like Ke'Bryan Hayes and Bryan Reynolds are struggling this season. The team's offense is ranked last in the league, averaging 3.08 runs per game, while their pitching has a 4.01 ERA, placing them 18th. Overall, the Pirates are ranked 24th in power rankings, with a record of 15-29 for the season.

Philadelphia Phillies Analysis

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler will be taking the mound on Saturday after coming off a strong performance in his last outing. The veteran ace has been having an impressive season with a 2.95 ERA and a 0.91 WHIP, along with a 4-1 record in 58 innings. The Phillies have won four of their past five series and are just behind the Mets in the NL East. While the team has performed well offensively, the bullpen could use some improvement with a 4.65 ERA. Max Kepler has been struggling at the plate this month, while J.T. Realmuto has been a tough out with a .918 OPS. Philadelphia ranks 10th in scoring runs and has a strong pitching staff with a 3.88 ERA. The team has a power ranking of 9 and is performing well on offense and defense, with a record of 25-18. In their last three matchups, Pittsburgh went 1-2 against Philadelphia.

Pirates Struggle Continues as Phillies Excel: Pitchers Make a Difference on the Mound

The Pittsburgh Pirates have experienced a recent string of setbacks, losing eight of their last 11 games. Despite showing enhanced competitiveness following a managerial change, the team's offense continues to struggle, resulting in a lack of victories. On the other hand, the Philadelphia Phillies have demonstrated strong performance at home with a six-game lead above .500. Pirates pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski has faced difficulties on the road, maintaining a concerning 6.62 ERA for the season. In contrast, Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler has been a standout performer, limiting opponents to just eight runs in his last five appearances, totaling 33.2 innings. Moreover, Wheeler has led the Phillies to five out of six wins by two or more runs in games where he has pitched this season.

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