Pittsburgh Pirates vs
Seattle MarinersPredictions & Preview

Seattle Mariners Look to Secure Victory Against Pittsburgh Pirates in Intraleague Showdown

On Sunday, July 6, the Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against the Seattle Mariners in an intraleague battle. The Pirates, currently in last place in the NL Central division, will start ace Paul Skenes, who has been delivering strong performances. The Mariners, in a wild card position in the AL, will counter with George Kirby on the mound. The game is set to begin at 4:10 P.M. EST. As of now, Pittsburgh is the betting favorite with a line of -108 that has not shifted. Please note that this preview was written prior to Friday's game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates -108 | Mariners -107
• Spread: Pirates -1.5 (+165) | Mariners +1.5 (-195)
• Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pittsburgh will win straight-up is 52%.

Pittsburgh vs Seattle Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh team currently holds a power ranking of 7, placing them at 28 in offense with an average of 3.52 points scored per game. They excel in defense, ranking at number 5 and allowing an average of 3.85 points to be scored against them per game. Throughout the season, Pittsburgh has achieved a record of 38-51.

Seattle Mariners Analysis

The Seattle Mariners are currently in second place in the American League West division, trailing behind the Astros. They are also holding the final wild card spot this year. George Kirby will be starting for the Mariners against the Pirates on Sunday, with a record of 2-4 and a 4.85 ERA this season. The Mariners have won eight of their last 13 games. Their hitting stats include a .248 average, ranking 14th in the league, and they have hit the sixth most home runs. Their power ranking is 5, and they are #13 for offense and #19 for defense. The Pirates have won two of their last three matchups against the Mariners.

Seattle Mariners to Take on Pittsburgh Pirates in Low-Scoring Showdown as they Aim to Maintain Wild Card Spot

The Seattle Mariners are currently occupying a wild card spot and are vigorously competing to maintain their position. Their upcoming game against Paul Skenes, an accomplished pitcher with a remarkable 1.79 road ERA, poses a challenge. Despite Skenes' proficiency, the Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled to fully capitalize on his performances, evident in their lackluster .213 road batting average and average of 1.7 runs per game when they lose with Skenes starting. Leveraging their offensive capabilities, the Mariners, who rank sixth in home runs, are poised to secure a victory by overcoming the Pirates' offensive shortcomings. Anticipated as a low-scoring game, Seattle is expected to emerge victorious due to the limited threat posed by the Pirates' offense. Therefore, it is advisable to consider taking the Mariners in this matchup.

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