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San Diego Padres Favored to Win Against Pittsburgh Pirates in Upcoming Game

This article previews the upcoming game between the San Diego Padres and the Pittsburgh Pirates, scheduled for 9:40 PM Eastern on Tuesday. The Padres have been performing well, winning three of their last four games. Luis Ortiz will be starting as pitcher for the Pirates, while Michael King will be on the mound for the Padres. San Diego is the betting favorite, with the current line set at -199. Overall, it looks to be an exciting matchup for both teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates +178 | Padres -199
• Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-122) | Padres -1.5 (+105)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego will win straight-up is 67%.

Pittsburgh vs San Diego Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates

In Sunday's game three against the Dodgers, the Pittsburgh Pirates were swept as they lost 5-6. The Pirates had nine hits, with Andrew McCutchen leading the way with two home runs and four RBIs. Bailey Falter started the game, allowing four runs on seven hits over four innings. RHP Luis Ortiz is set to start game two after splitting with the Padres in his last two starts. Ortiz holds a 5-2 record with a 3.40 ERA. Pittsburgh averages 4.21 runs per game and has struggled at the plate this season, hitting .235 as a team. Despite ranking low in offense, the Pirates have shown improvement in hitting doubles in August. They also have a high strikeout rate, which limits their offensive output on a consistent basis. Currently, Pittsburgh ranks 21st in offense, 17th in defense, and has a record of 56-62.

San Diego Padres Analysis

The Padres were unable to secure a sweep over Miami, losing 6-7 in game three. San Diego struggled early but rallied in the 5th inning and beyond to score all of their runs. Luis Arraez had a strong performance at the plate, going 3-4. RHP Michael King is set to start on Tuesday, coming off a recent win against the Pirates. Despite a strong season record, King has faced challenges with home runs and his ERA has climbed in August. The Padres have a strong offense, ranking 10th in the league for scoring and leading in batting average. They have been hitting even better in August, and their ability to drive runners home consistently has been a key factor. Despite recent struggles, San Diego leads the league in strikeout rate and will need to focus on extending hits to continue their offensive success. Overall, the Padres have a power ranking of 1 and a record of 67-53.

King's Dominant Pitching Faces Challenge Against High-Scoring Padres - San Diego Favored to Win by 1.5 runs

In recent outings, King has demonstrated impressive pitching performance by securing victories in his past four starts. His high strikeout rate during night games aligns effectively with Pittsburgh's tendency to strike out frequently. Conversely, the San Diego Padres currently lead the league in batting average and exhibit strong ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, ranking within the top 10 for runs batted in this season. It is expected that King's pitching prowess will suppress the Pirates' offense, while the Padres' potent lineup will provide significant support. With these factors considered, the San Diego Padres are favored to win by a margin of -1.5.

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