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Pittsburgh Pirates vs Philadelphia Phillies 5/17/25 MLB Free Pick

Alright, let's dive into the matchup between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Philadelphia Phillies in this MLB showdown. Both teams come into this game with different streaks, which could have an impact on the outcome.

The Pittsburgh Pirates, currently sitting in 5th place, are looking to bounce back from their recent loss. With a record of 15 wins and 30 losses, they have struggled this season, especially on the road with a 6-17 away record. Their offense has been lackluster, averaging 3.1 points for and allowing 4.3 points against per game. The Pirates' power rating stands at 96.16, reflecting their win percentage of 0.341 and a slight negative points differential of -0.03.

On the other side, the Philadelphia Phillies are in a much better position, occupying the 2nd spot in the standings. They are coming off a win, with a record of 26 wins and 18 losses. The Phillies have been strong at home with a 15-8 record but have been more inconsistent on the road at 11-10. Their offense has been more potent, scoring 4.7 points per game while also allowing 4.3 points against. The Phillies' power rating comes in at -37.62, with a win percentage of 0.581 and a slightly positive points differential of 0.01.

In terms of the game odds, the Philadelphia Phillies are favored to win with a spread of -1.5. The odds reflect the confidence in the Phillies as the home team, with a moneyline of -135. The Pirates, with a spread of +1.5, have odds of +115. The moneyline for the Pirates is +225, indicating the underdog status for this matchup. The over/under is set at 8.5 runs, with both the over and under having -110 odds.

Based on the stats and odds, the Philadelphia Phillies seem to have the edge in this game. Their stronger overall performance this season, especially at home, combined with the Pirates' struggles on the road, make them the favorites. However, in baseball, anything can happen, and the Pirates will be looking to defy the odds and pull off an upset.

As always, remember to gamble responsibly and enjoy the game!

The ProCappers predicted final score is for the Pittsburgh Pirates to beat the home team Philadelphia Phillies 5-4