Cincinnati Reds (60-57) vs Pittsburgh Pirates (51-63)
Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates 8/12/2023 – Recent times were difficult for a youthful Reds team. This month, they failed to win a series. The team suffered an unexpected home sweep at the hands of the Nationals before losing two out of three matches this week against the Marlins despite only giving up 10 runs. They lost their previous ten matches, going 2-8, and they are 2.5 matches behind the Brewers. Tyler Stephenson was difficult for the Pirates to face, hitting .307 with a respectable .795 OPS. The seasoned catcher has had a respectable season, collecting 39 RBIs and posting a .683 OPS. For expert MLB picks, stay tuned to analysis.
They divided two of their four matches in Milwaukee before defeating the mighty Braves, who were fueled by offense, twice in four home matches. In the series, they scored 25 runs. The Pirates have a 5-5 record over their previous ten decisions and lost three of their last five home matches. Ke’Bryan Hayes recently returned to the Pirates’ lineup. The 26-year-old was given an eight-year contract, but up until lately, he could not live up to expectations. Hayes, who has 42 RBIs and a .703 OPS for the season, has an amazing nine RBIs in his previous five matches.
Reds vs. Pirates Game Info
| When: | Saturday, August 12, 2023 7:05 PM ET |
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| Where: | PNC Park, PA |
| TV: | SportsNet Pittsburgh |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Brandon Williamson (4-2, 4.54 ERA) vs Andre Jackson (0-0, 5.16 ERA)
The starter pick of this match will be Brandon Williamson. Last time out, Williamson turned up one of his greatest performances of the year, holding the Marlins to just one run over 6.2 innings, earning the victory. The rookie left-hander has a 4.54 ERA, 1.26 WHIP, a 4-2 record, and 75.1 innings worked this season. He had a difficult first month but was dominant in July. Williams dropped thirteen home homers. He never faced the Pirates before.
For this game, the Pirates are employing their bullpen. Although Bido was demoted to the minor levels, he was the anticipated starter. The Pirates’ bullpen has a 4.21 ERA and 1.35 WHIP, below average. Andre Jackson, a freshly acquired player from the Dodgers, might play. Since being acquired, he pitched five scoreless innings with an ERA of 5.16 and a WHIP of 1.10. Thomas Hatch is yet another potential contender. He was acquired from the Blue Jays and had a dismal 1.65 WHIP and a 2.61 ERA. Hatch has 10.1 innings this year and gave up three runs on 10 hits.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Cincinnati Reds -120, Total Odds: 9.5
The total went UNDER in 4 of Cincinnati’s last 5 matches against an opponent in the National League. Cincinnati is 3-9 SU in their last 12 matches against an opponent in the National League Central Division. The total went OVER in 5 of Pittsburgh’s last 6 matches against an opponent in the National League. Pittsburgh is 3-14 SU in their last 17 matches against an opponent in the National League Central Division.
Cincinnati Reds Betting Trends
The total went UNDER in 7 of Cincinnati’s last 8 matches. Cincinnati is 2-8 SU in their last 10 matches. Cincinnati is 3-12 SU in their last 15 matches against Pittsburgh. The total went OVER in 4 of Cincinnati’s last 5 matches on the road. Cincinnati is 1-7 SU in their last 8 matches when playing on the road against Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Trends
The total went OVER in 5 of Pittsburgh’s last 5 matches. The total went UNDER in 6 of Pittsburgh’s last 7 matches against Cincinnati. The total went OVER in 6 of Pittsburgh’s last 6 matches at home. Pittsburgh is 7-1 SU in their last 8 matches when playing at home against Cincinnati.
Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates 8/12/2023 Betting Picks
After winning the match on Friday, the Cincinnati Reds have a great opportunity in this one. Brandon Williamson, the Reds’ starter, is dependable. In five of his last six appearances, the youngster held the opposition to two runs or fewer, including efforts against the Giants and Dodgers. Additionally, the Pirates are starting a bullpen today after just optioning Bido to the minors.
The Pirates’ bullpen is weak, as evidenced by their year-to-date 4.17 ERA and 1.35 WHIP. The majority of Andre Jackson’s innings will be pitched. Jackson’s season ERA is a dismal 5.18. In three of Williamson’s last four matches, the Reds prevailed. For expert sports picks, stay tuned to analysis.
Free Pick and Prediction: Cincinnati Reds will win 7-2.