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Pittsburgh Pirates to Face Los Angeles Dodgers in Highly-Anticipated National League Matchup with Mitch Keller Starting for Pirates

On Friday, the Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against the Los Angeles Dodgers in an anticipated National League matchup. Mitch Keller will be starting for the Pirates, with Jack Flaherty taking the mound for the Dodgers. The game is set to begin at 10:10 ET at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, CA. Los Angeles is the favored team, with the current betting line at -200.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates +176 | Dodgers -200
• Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-125) | Dodgers -1.5 (+107)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 67%.

Pittsburgh vs Los Angeles Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates

Pittsburgh made moves at the trade deadline to bring in Bryan De La Cruz and Isiah Kiner-Falefa to bolster their lineup, but they have hit a rough stretch, losing five out of six games against the Diamondbacks and Padres. This has pushed the Pirates down in the wild card standings, now 4.5 games out of the final spot. In their recent game against the Padres, closer David Bednar blew a save, leading to a 7-6 defeat. Joey Bart had a strong offensive performance, hitting a home run. Mitch Keller will start for the Pirates on Friday night, boasting a 10-5 record with a 3.20 ERA. The team currently has a power ranking of 14, ranking 20th in offense, 14th in defense, and holding a 56-58 record for the season.

Los Angeles Dodgers Analysis

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been dominant in the N.L. West, finishing atop the division in 10 of the last 11 seasons. Despite facing competition from the red-hot Diamondbacks and Padres, the Dodgers still hold a narrow 3.0-game edge over their divisional foes. They remain the favorite to win the division and are also favored to win the World Series. In recent games, Freddie Freeman stood out offensively while Jack Flaherty has been a strong addition to the team. The Dodgers have a power ranking of 16 and excel in offense and defense, with a 66-49 overall record. They recently won 2 out of 3 matchups against Pittsburgh.

Consider Playing the Pirates +1.5 on Run Line for Friday Night Game

One potential strategy to consider is playing the run line on the underdog, specifically the Pirates +1.5 on Friday night. Both teams are struggling in their recent performances, with the Dodgers only winning four out of their last 11 games. Considering their limited multi-run wins in this timeframe, laying multiple runs with the Dodgers, especially at home, may not be the most favorable option. On the other hand, the Pirates have only lost one game by 2+ runs in their last 10 matches. Despite their 4-6 record, this suggests they have a strong chance of staying competitive. With Mitch Keller potentially leading the Pirates to a competitive position, choosing the Pirates +1.5 could be a strategic move.

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