Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Washington Nationals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Tuesday, September 12th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Nationals vs. Pirates
The Nationals take on the Pirates on Tuesday, September 12th 2023 at PNC Park, Pittsburgh. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Washington Nationals (65-79) vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (66-78)
- Date: Tuesday, September 12th 2023
- Time: 6:35 ET
- Venue: PNC Park, Pittsburgh
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Washington Nationals - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Washington Nationals come into this road contest vs Pittsburgh with a below .500 record (65-79). In the NL East standings, the team ranks 5th. Heading into play, the Nationals have won half of their 70 road games, sitting at 34-36.
Despite being favored 10 times in 144 games, Washington has managed to maintain an above .500 record against the runline. The team has an over/under record of 70-69, with an average betting line of 9.
Washington pitcher Joan Adon gets the start, looking to pick up another win, as his current record sits at 2-1. Compared to other starting pitchers, Joan Adon has one of the higher ERA's in the league at 5.56. On the season, he has held opposing hitters to a batting average of just .229. Joan Adon has given up five home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .291. Adon's WHIP of 1.24 comes along with a total of 10 walks allowed.
Washington's offense comes into this game averaging 4.3 runs per game, placing them near the MLB average. Through 144 game, the Nationals have a team batting average of .256, ranking 7th. Despite the team's high batting average, they off to a slow start in the power department, ranking 25th in the league, at 133 total home runs. To date, Washington has the MLB's 15th-rated OBP, sitting at .316.
Pittsburgh Pirates - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Washington, the Pirates have a record of just 66-78. This places the team 4th in the NL Central. Pittsburgh has had their problems at home, going just 34-38 at PNC Park.
Having played as the favored team 29 times in 144 games, Pittsburgh has a 72-72 record against the runline. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 77-62.
The Pirates will send Bailey Falter to the mound with an overall record of 1-8. Heading into action, Bailey Falter has an ERA of 4.65. To date, he has a batting average allowed of .274. So far, Falter has given up 13 home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .332. Falter has a WHIP of 1.34, with 16 walks allowed.
Pittsburgh's offense comes into this game averaging 4.2 runs per game, placing them near the MLB average. So far, the Pirates have combined for a team batting average of .236, placing them 19th in the league. Overall, the team has hit 140 home runs, placing them 23rd. To date, Pittsburgh has the MLB's 18th-rated OBP, sitting at .312.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Nationals vs. Pirates
Heading into today's matchup between Pittsburgh and Washington, the Pirates are the betting favorite at -145 on the moneyline. Pittsburgh's implied win probability sits at 59.18%. Led by a strong offensive performance, the MLB predictive model recommends taking the Pirates on the moneyline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Pirates Moneyline -145
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