New York Mets vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Picks & Predictions
The New York Mets will be facing off against the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three-game series starting on Friday night. The Mets, currently 3rd in the NL East with a record of
Game outlook
The New York Mets will be facing off against the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three-game series starting on Friday night. The Mets, currently 3rd in the NL East with a record of 74-88, will have RHP Luis Severino (6-2, 3.42 ERA) as their starting pitcher. The Pirates, also 3rd in their division with a record of 82-80, will counter with RHP Paul Skenes (4-0, 2.06 ERA). The game will take place at PNC Park with the first pitch scheduled for 6:40 EST. The early betting odds favor Pittsburgh at -121.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Mets +111 | Pirates -121
Spread: Mets +1.5 (-205) | Pirates -1.5 (+175)
Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pittsburgh will win straight-up is 55%.
New York Mets
The New York Mets have been performing well recently, earning at least a split in their four-game series with the Nationals and winning 6 out of their 8 games leading up to Thursday. Their offense has been strong, ranking sixth overall in runs per game with 4.93 and their batters have a slash line of .249/.321/.419. Brandon Nimmo has been a standout player, leading the team in RBIs and runs scored. On the pitching side, the Mets have a team ERA of 4.17, with the starting staff having a 4.38 ERA and the bullpen recording 20 saves. Severino has been performing well, with a 2-0 record in June and an impressive lifetime record against the Pirates. Overall, the Mets are ranked 6th in offense, 25th in defense, and have a record of 74-88 this season.