Pirates and Reds Clash in NL Wildcard Battle Saturday Night
The Pirates are hoping to make an impact in the fight for NL wildcard spot when they face the Reds this
Game outlook
The Pirates are hoping to make an impact in the fight for NL wildcard spot when they face the Reds this weekend.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 9/23/2023 @ 6:40pm EST
Where: Great American Ball Park Stadium Pirates vs Reds Betting Odds Moneyline: Pirates +117 | Reds -130
Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-170) | Reds -1.5 (+148)
Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cincinnati will win straight-up is 57%.
Pittsburgh Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates have an opportunity to put a dent in the playoff chances of the newest version of the Big Red Machine in Cincinnati this weekend. After utilizing seven pitchers in Friday night's action, the Pirates have yet to name a starter for Saturday night's game against the Reds. The Pirates are currently ranked #20 with a power ranking, #23 for offense (scoring an average of 4.25 per game), #21 for defense (allowing an average of 4.88 points to be scored against them per game) and are 73-81 this season.
Cincinnati Reds Analysis
Cincinnati Reds' NL Wildcard race hopes alive Lost 3 of last 4 games, benefitting from other wildcard hopefuls' struggles Employing 4-man rotation for the remaining 10 days of the season 7-5 loss to Pirates in Friday opener; 10 men left on base, 2-for-10 with runners in scoring position Connor Phillips (1-0, 5.74 ERA) pitching Saturday's game Power ranking of 24, #12 for offense & #23 for defense (overall 79-76) 1-2 record in last 3 matchups against Pittsburgh