Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Philadelphia Phillies Prediction, Betting Pick, and Latest Odds
The Pittsburgh Pirates and the Philadelphia Phillies play the third game of their four game series. Which team will take game three? Matt McCuen provides his Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Philadelphia Phillies prediction.
Matt McCuen - April 13, 2024, 9:30 AM EDT
5 minPittsburgh Pirates vs. Philadelphia Phillies Prediction, Betting Pick, and Latest Odds
The Pittsburgh Pirates and the Philadelphia Phillies will clash from the City of Brotherly Love on Saturday afternoon.
This will be game three of a four-game set.
The two teams have split the first two games of the series.
Pirates vs. Phillies DATE, TIME AND WHERE TO WATCH
- When: April 13th, 2024,
- Time: 4:05 p.m. ET
- Where to Watch: MLB Extra Innings
Pirates vs. Phillies Odds
- Spread: Pirates +1.5 (-162), Phillies -1.5 (+136)
- Total Odds: O/U 8.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Pirates (+130), Phillies (-150)
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Philadelphia Phillies Prediction
The Pirates begin this game with the better record at 10-4.
They are tied for first place with the Brewers in the NL Central.
Pittsburgh got off to a hot start last season but struggled down the stretch.
Veteran outfielder Michael A. Taylor is off to a scorching start, hitting .350.
Former Royal Edward Olivares has blasted a team-best three home runs.
All-Star Brian Reynolds leads the Pirates with 11 runs batted in.
Veteran southpaw Marco Gonzales will toe the rubber for the Pirates. Gonzales is 0-0 with a 2.45 ERA.
The Phillies roll into this contest with a record of 7-7.
It has been an up-and-down start to the season for the Phils.
Expectations are high in Philly after a World Series and NLCS appearance over the past two seasons.
Hot starts have not been a thing for the Phillies over the last two years, as they have not performed well in April.
The Phillies trail the Braves by two games in the NL East.
Outfielder Brandon Marsh is the star early in the season, leading the team with a batting average of .326 while blasting four home runs and driving in nine runs.
Shortstop Trea Turner leads the Phillies with 15 hits on the season.
Bryce Harper is off to a sluggish start, hitting .220 with three home runs.
Spencer Turnbull will get the nod today. Turnbull is 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA.
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Philadelphia Phillies Pick
This is a good bounce-back spot for the Phillies today.
After a poor showing last night, their bats will get rolling today.
Turnbull has yet to allow a run this season and will continue with a strong performance this afternoon, facing an offense due to regress.
The Phillies lineup is hitting .300 in 60 at bats against Gonzales.
Pick: Philadelphia Phillies ML -150 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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