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Pirates Favored to Secure Victory Against Nationals in Final Game of Series

On Sunday afternoon at PNC Park, the Washington Nationals (62-78, 4th in NL East) will face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates (66-74, 5th in NL Cent) in the final game of their four-game series. Patrick Corbin (5-12, 5.41 ERA) will take the mound for the Nationals, while the Pirates will send Jared Jones (5-7, 3.91 ERA) as their starting pitcher. The Pirates won the first game of the series on Thursday and will look to continue their success. The game is scheduled for 1:35 PM Eastern time. Betting lines favor the Pirates at -155. Please note that results from Saturday's double-header are not included in this summary.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nationals +142 | Pirates -155
• Spread: Nationals +1.5 (-162) | Pirates -1.5 (+134)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Pittsburgh will win straight-up is 61%.

Washington vs Pittsburgh Stats

Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals have struggled recently, losing five of their last six games, including a 9-4 defeat against the Pirates in Pittsburgh. Starter Jake Irvin took his ninth loss of the season, giving up six earned runs. DH Andres Chaparro hit his third home run of the season and drove in three runs. Manager Dave Martinez emphasized the need for timely hitting and better performance with runners on base. The Nationals' pitching staff has given up four runs or more in five of their last six games. Key injuries are not reported for Sunday's game. Overall, Washington is ranked 22nd in offense, 24th in defense, and has a record of 62-78 this season.

Pittsburgh Pirates Analysis

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been performing well in their recent games, winning three out of their last four matchups, including a decisive 9-4 victory against the Nationals. Left-handed pitcher Bailey Falter secured his seventh win of the season with a strong performance, while Aroldis Chapman earned his sixth save. Second baseman Nick Gonzales had a standout game, driving in three runs. The Pirates' offense has been thriving, scoring five or more runs in three of their past four games. In their upcoming game against the Nationals, pitcher Jones will make his first appearance, with a previous record of 0-1 and a 5.28 ERA in three starts. Third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes remains on the Injured List due to a back issue. The Pirates currently hold a power ranking of 24 and rank #18 in offense, averaging 4.22 runs per game. Their defense ranks #21, allowing an average of 4.58 points per game. So far this season, they have a record of 66-74. The Washington Nationals have recently had a 2-1 advantage in their last three encounters against Pittsburgh.

Pirates poised for victory in final game against Nationals at PNC Park

Jones has demonstrated his ability to keep opponents to three runs or fewer in two out of his three recent starts. The Pirates have had considerable success against the Nationals in their recent matchups, coming out victorious in six out of their last seven games. In their most recent meeting at PNC Park, the Pirates claimed three out of four wins. The Pirates also secured a win in the first game of the current series on Thursday. Pittsburgh's pitching staff has been particularly impressive at home games against the Nationals, boasting a 3.17 ERA and 1.17 WHIP in their six previous matchups. Additionally, the Pirates have excelled in day games, ranking 10th in the majors with a 3.83 ERA and 1.24 WHIP. On the other hand, the Nationals have struggled during day games, with a 4.10 ERA and a 29-33 record. Considering these factors, the Pirates are favored to win the final game of the series in a comfortable fashion.

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