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Rockies at Pirates Prediction: Struggling Teams Set to Face Off in Pittsburgh with Betting Opportunity on the Line

In this Rockies at Pirates prediction, two struggling teams will face off in Pittsburgh as the Pirates host the Rockies. Both teams are currently in last place in their divisions, with the Rockies nearing 100 losses and the Pirates well behind the Brewers. The pitching matchup for the second game of the series will feature Rockies' Kyle Freeland against Pirates' Mike Burrows. The game is set to start at 6:40 PM EST. For more details on this matchup and betting tips, continue reading below.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rockies +143 | Pirates -165
• Spread: Rockies +1.5 (-145) | Pirates -1.5 (+125)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pittsburgh will win straight-up is 62%.

Colorado Rockies

The Colorado Rockies have had a successful week, winning three of five games, including a split with the first-place Dodgers. Despite a loss to the Dodgers on Thursday, the Rockies have shown improvement in their recent performance. Centerfielder Brenton Doyle stood out with a strong offensive performance in the game. The team's recent success may help them avoid matching or exceeding the modern MLB record for losses in a season set by the 2024 Chicago White Sox. Kyle Freeland will return to the mound after dealing with a blister injury in his last start. He has had a mixed season with a record of 3-12 in 23 starts but has shown potential with 10 quality starts. The Rockies have won three of Freeland's last five starts, and he will look to continue that trend in his upcoming game. Key players such as SP German Marquez and RP Zach Agnos are currently out due to injuries.

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to take on the Rockies this weekend at home, looking to build on their strong home record despite their last-place standing in the league. The Pirates recently secured a 2-1 win over the AL East-leading Blue Jays, with starting pitcher Johan Oviedo earning his first MLB win since 2023. Heading into this weekend's series, the Pirates hold a 36-30 record at home and will be starting right-hander Mike Burrows in game two. Burrows has a 1-4 record in 16 starts this season and will be looking to improve on his performance with two quality starts under his belt. Several key players are currently sidelined due to injuries, including SP Anthony Solometo, RP Justin Lawrence, 1B Malcom Nunez, and RP Tim Mayza.

Pittsburgh Pirates Strong Home Performance Against Rockies Sets Up Betting Opportunity

The Pittsburgh Pirates have demonstrated strong performance on their home turf this season, in spite of their subpar overall record of being 20 games below .500. In a recent series against the Colorado Rockies, they impressively scored 30 runs against the Rockies' pitching in just three games. Rockies' starting pitcher Freeland has struggled this season with a 3-12 record and recently faced challenges due to a blister issue that cut short his last game against the Dodgers. If Freeland is unable to pitch, the Pirates will have the opportunity to face the Rockies' bullpen. Burrows, a reliable pitcher, has a solid track record of surrendering fewer hits than innings pitched. Given the Rockies' lackluster performance away from home, it is advisable to consider placing a wager on the Pirates to secure a victory with the money line.

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