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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Minnesota Twins, 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 Sunday, August 20th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Pirates vs. Twins
The Pirates take on the Twins on Sunday, August 20th 2023 at Target Field, Minneapolis. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Pittsburgh Pirates (55-68) vs. Minnesota Twins (64-60)
- Date: Sunday, August 20th 2023
- Time: 2:10 ET
- Venue: Target Field, Minneapolis
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Pittsburgh Pirates - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Minnesota, the Pirates have a record of just 55-68. This places the team 4th in the NL Central. The Pirates will need a win in today's game to move their record on the road (26-36) above the .500 mark.
Pittsburgh's record against the runline, while being favored 25 times in 123 games, sits at 60-63. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 66-53.
For Pittsburgh, Ryan Borucki gets the start, currently holding a record of 1-0. Ryan Borucki will take the mound with an ERA of 4.07. Opponents have had a tough time against the left-hander, as they are batting just .207 against him. Ryan Borucki has given up four home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .288. Borucki's WHIP of .90 comes along with a total of three walks allowed.
Pittsburgh's offense enters play with the 22nd-ranked scoring offense, averaging 4.2 runs per game. So far, the Pirates have combined for a team batting average of .235, placing them 18th in the league. In addition, the team's lineup has had problems hitting for power, ranking just 24th in the league, at 122 home runs. To date, Pittsburgh has the MLB's 15th-rated OBP, sitting at .314.
Minnesota Twins - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Minnesota Twins enter play ranked 1st in the AL Central, with an overall record of 64-60. So far, Minnesota has been tough at Target Field, putting together a mark of 35-26.
Being the favorite in 84 of their 124 games has not helped Minnesota improve their record against the runline, which stands at just 58-66. With an average betting line of 8 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 57-60.
For Minnesota, Dallas Keuchel will look to pick up a win over Pittsburgh, as he has a record of 0-1. Compared to other starting pitchers, Dallas Keuchel has one of the higher ERA's in the league at 9.45. Compared to other pitchers, he has an elevated batting average allowed (.452). With a WOBA allowed of .454, Dallas Keuchel has not given up a home run so far this year. With a total of four walks, Keuchel has a WHIP of 2.70.
On offense, Minnesota comes into the game averaging 4.4 runs per game, placing them in a group of teams near the league average. So far, the Twins have combined for a team batting average of .240, placing them 15th in the league. So far, the team has put together a strong home-run hitting lineup ranking 6th in home runs, with a total of 168 deep shots. Throughout the season, Minnesota is ranked 13th in OBP (.318).
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Pirates vs. Twins
Heading into today's matchup between Minnesota and Pittsburgh, the Twins are the betting favorite at -143 on the moneyline. Minnesota's implied win probability sits at 58.85%. The MLB predictive model shows Minnesota pulling out a close win over the Pirates. It is recommended to take the Twins Moneyline -143 on the moneyline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Twins Moneyline -143
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