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Pittsburgh Pirates Favored to Win Against St. Louis Cardinals in NL Central Showdown at Busch Stadium

On Tuesday, the Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium with a scheduled first pitch at 7:45 p.m. ET. Pittsburgh has a slight edge as the betting favorite with a lead in recent meetings against St. Louis. The starting pitchers for the game will be Paul Skenes for the Pirates and Matthew Liberatore for the Cardinals. Stay tuned for our prediction on the outcome of the game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates -130 | Cardinals +118
• Spread: Pirates -1.5 (+142) | Cardinals +1.5 (-172)
• Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pittsburgh will win straight-up is 57%.

Pittsburgh vs St. Louis Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled recently, being swept by San Diego in their last series and posting a 2-8 record in their last ten games. Tomorrow, the Pirates will turn to ace pitcher Paul Skenes, who has a 3-3 record with a 2.74 ERA and 0.91 WHIP in seven starts this season. Skenes, a 22-year-old right-hander, will be a focal point for the team in the 2025 season, as they look for other young players to step up and improve their standing in the league. Despite their struggles, the Pirates have no new injuries to report for their upcoming game against the Cardinals. In terms of their power ranking, Pittsburgh ranks 19th overall and has struggled offensively, averaging 3.35 runs per game, while allowing an average of 4.65 points against them per game on defense.

St. Louis Cardinals Analysis

The St. Louis Cardinals recently won two out of three games against New York and have a record of 16-19 SU, 17-18 RL, and 20-14-1 O/U. They will turn to left-hander Matthew Liberatore for their upcoming game against Pittsburgh. Liberatore has a 2-3 record with a 3.44 ERA in six starts this season. Despite some changes in the offseason, including losing Paul Goldschmidt, the team has a mix of experienced pitchers and young talent. The Cardinals are currently ranked 18th in power rankings and 13th in offense, scoring an average of 4.55 runs per game. There are no new injuries reported for their game against the Pirates.

Expert Analysis and Prediction: Pittsburgh Pirates vs St. Louis Cardinals NL Central Matchup Preview

Gain insight into the potential outcome of the NL Central matchup between the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals by exploring our in-depth analysis and prediction. Dive into the details and factors that may influence the game's result, allowing you to make informed and educated decisions regarding the possible victor. Stay informed and prepared for this highly anticipated showdown in the National League Central division.

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