San Diego Padres vs
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San Diego Padres to Face Off Against Pittsburgh Pirates in Series Opener at PNC Park, Betting Line Favors Padres

On Tuesday night, the San Diego Padres will face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first game of a three-game series at PNC Park. The Padres have yet to announce their starting pitcher, while the Pirates will have Bailey Falter (3.95 ERA) on the mound. The game is set to begin at 6:40 PM ET, with San Diego opening as the road favorite with the betting line remaining at -155.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Padres -155 | Pirates +142
• Spread: Padres +1.5 (+109) | Pirates +1.5 (-120)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego will win straight-up is 61%.

San Diego vs Pittsburgh Stats

San Diego Padres

The San Diego Padres have not announced a starting pitcher for the second game of their series, but received positive news regarding Michael King's readiness to pitch. King played catch over the weekend and is expected to be available for the upcoming series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, possibly starting on Tuesday. Despite missing his last scheduled start due to calf soreness, King is likely to avoid a full rotation turn. The Padres, who are currently 4.5 games behind the division-leading Los Angeles Dodgers, are on a hot streak with an 11-3 record since the All-Star break. With a power ranking of 6, the Padres have the 12th best offense (scoring an average of 4.61 runs per game), the 13th best defense (allowing an average of 4.25 runs per game), and hold a 61-52 record for the season.

Pittsburgh Pirates Analysis

Bailey Falter will start the first game of the series for the Pittsburgh Pirates, coming off a solid outing where he earned a win over the Astros. Despite missing time in July due to triceps tendinitis, he has performed well in his return, allowing three earned runs or fewer in his last three starts. He has a 3.95 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, and 64:28 K: BB in 95.2 innings over 18 starts this season. The Pirates, with a power ranking of 16, have an offense ranking of #20, scoring an average of 4.21 runs per game, and a defense ranking of #12, giving up an average of 4.25 runs per game. Pittsburgh is currently 56-55 overall. Andrew McCutchen, who was injured, pinch-hit in the ninth inning of the last game. Their upcoming matchup against the surging Padres may pose a challenge.

Michael King Likely to Start for San Diego Padres in Series Against Dodgers

The San Diego Padres have not yet announced a starting pitcher for the upcoming series, but Michael King is likely to be a key contender for the role. King participated in light practice sessions over the weekend, indicating his potential availability for the first two games of the series. Despite missing his last scheduled start due to a left calf injury, King is anticipated to take the mound on Tuesday. The Padres trail the Los Angeles Dodgers by 4.5 games in the National League West standings. Following an impressive 10-2 victory over the Rockies in their previous series, San Diego has demonstrated significant momentum, boasting an MLB-leading record of 11-3 since the All-Star break. With their recent success in mind, a decisive win by a margin of two runs or more is forecasted for the Padres in the upcoming games.

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