Pirates Jump On Opportunity to Increase Lead in Series Against Struggling Reds
The two teams are playing their third game of the series, Pirates leading the season series
Game outlook
The two teams are playing their third game of the series, Pirates leading the season series 7-4.
Game Info
When: Sunday, 9/24/2023 @ 1:40pm EST
Where: Great American Ball Park Stadium Pirates vs Reds Betting Odds Moneyline: Pirates +132 | Reds -147
Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-145) | Reds -1.5 (+125)
Total: Over/Under 10.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cincinnati will win straight-up is 60%.
Pittsburgh Pirates
The Pirates have yet to name a starter for Sunday, with Quinn Priester being a promising choice though he has struggled to find a groove. Pittsburgh won two of four road meetings against the Cubs, followed by a win in Friday's series opener, and is 7-3 in their last 10 decisions. Ke’Bryan Hayes is having an encouraging season, hitting .329 with 61 RBIs and a .786 OPS, though has only two RBIs and a .702 against the Reds this season. Andrew McCutchen is out for the remainder of the season. Pittsburgh is ranked 23 in offense (scoring an average of 4.27 runs per game), #22 in defense (allowing an average of 4.88 points to be scored against them per game) and are 74-81 this season. Keep 'em comin boys pic.twitter.com/vfTnY6qSc3
Cincinnati Reds Analysis
Brandon Williamson : Had a subpar outing, conceded three runs in four innings, 4.56 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, 4-5 record in 106.2 innings Cincinnati Reds : One game out of wildcard spot and need to win this one, 5-5 in last ten clashes, #12 in offense (4.68/game), #23 in defense (4.99/game), 79-77 overall Spencer Steer : Delivering, 10 RBIs and .860 OPS on the month, 82 RBIs and .810 OPS this year Pittsburgh Pirates : Went 1-2 in last three matchups against Cincinnati Yes, CES, yes. pic.twitter.com/3q6OZnFse9