Pittsburgh Pirates Look to Secure Series Win Against Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field

Game outlook

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to play the final game of their series against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. With a record of 59-66, the Pirates are currently fifth in the National League Central, while the Rangers sit third in the American League West with a record of 58-69. Texas holds a 2-1 record against Pittsburgh in 2023. The game is scheduled for 2:35 p.m. EST, with Domingo German starting for the Pirates and Andrew Heaney starting for the Rangers. Texas is the betting favorite, opening at -158 and currently at Texas -149.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Pirates +134 | Rangers -149

Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-160) | Rangers -1.5 (+140)

Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas will win straight-up is 60%.

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates secured a win against the Texas Rangers with a final score of 4-0, marking only their third win in the last 15 games. Currently on a short road trip in Texas, they will soon return home to face the Cincinnati Reds in a four-game series. Despite struggling offensively this season, the Pirates have relied on their pitching, ranking 23rd overall in batting average but previously within the top ten in ERA before a recent slump. Injuries, such as pitcher Jared Jones' lat strain, have impacted their performance, with star pitcher Paul Skenes leading the team in ERA. Pitcher Mitch Keller played a crucial role in shutting down the Rangers' offense in the recent win. Right-handed pitcher Domingo Germán is set to take the mound for the Pirates on Wednesday, with an ERA of 3.00 and 4 strikeouts in 3 appearances this season. With a power ranking of 25 and a 21st ranking in offense, the Pirates are currently 59-66 this season.