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Giants Look to Bounce Back Against Pirates in Series Finale

This content discusses the upcoming conclusion of a series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the San Francisco Giants. The Pirates won the first game of the series with a score of 6-5. The article provides a prediction for the outcome of the series finale between the two teams. It is important to note that this article was published before the conclusion of the second game in the series. For more detailed analysis and insight, stay tuned to MLB cappers for updates on this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates +176 | Giants -200
• Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-123) | Giants -1.5 (+104)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Francisco will win straight-up is 67%.

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates emerged victorious in their third consecutive game against the San Francisco Giants on Monday night. Despite their recent success, the Pirates remain at the bottom of the NL Central standings, trailing the division-leading Brewers by 18.5 games. They are also chasing the Padres for the final wild card spot in the NL playoff race. In their latest game, Pittsburgh's offense was led by Tommy Pham and Nick Gonzales, who each contributed with a run and an RBI. Gonzales and Andrew McCutchen hit home runs for the team. Pitcher Mitch Keller started the game but did not factor in the decision, while Yohan Ramirez earned the win in relief. David Bednar recorded his 17th save for the team. Mike Burrows will be on the mound for the Pirates in their upcoming game, looking to improve on his performance in his last start against the Diamondbacks. This will be Burrows' first career outing against the Giants and his first time pitching at Oracle Park.

San Francisco Giants

San Francisco faced a setback in their game Monday night, marking their 10th loss in the last 12 games. The Giants currently hold a 54-53 record, placing them third in the NL West, eight games behind the Dodgers. They are also four games behind the Padres for the final wild card spot in the NL playoff picture. In their previous game against Pittsburgh, the Giants struggled in clutch situations, going four of 13 with runners in scoring position and leaving 12 men on base. Carson Whisenhunt started the game, pitching five innings and allowing four runs. Despite their efforts, the Giants were unable to secure a win, with Carson Seymour taking the loss in relief. Logan Webb is set to start the next game, making his 23rd start of the season. Webb holds a 9-8 record with a 3.38 ERA and will be looking to bounce back from his recent performance against the Mets where he allowed six runs. In his previous starts against the Pirates, Webb holds a 1-1 record with a 2.89 ERA. Overall, Webb has a 36-23 record with a 2.79 ERA in his career appearances at Oracle Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates Defeat San Francisco Giants in Opening Game Despite Struggles on the Road

The Pittsburgh Pirates emerged victorious in the opening game of the series, leading the San Francisco Giants to their fourth consecutive loss prior to Tuesday night's game and bringing them dangerously close to a .500 winning percentage. Despite a recent win on Monday, the Pirates have struggled on the road with a record of only 14-37. Additionally, Burrows has faced challenges throughout the season. On the Giants side, Webb had difficulties in his previous matchup against the Mets, resulting in an ERA over nine in his last three starts leading up to this game. A win is crucial for the Giants as they approach Thursday's trade deadline. Webb is expected to perform better against the struggling Pirates lineup, particularly in their road games. Therefore, the prediction is in favor of the San Francisco Giants securing a victory at home in this matchup.

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