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Cincinnati Reds vs Pittsburgh Pirates 5/19/25 MLB Free Pick

Alright, folks! It's time for a showdown between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates in this MLB matchup. Let's dive into the numbers and see where the betting value lies for this game.

First off, let's talk about the streaks coming into this game. The Cincinnati Reds are on fire with a 4-game winning streak, while the Pittsburgh Pirates are struggling with a 3-game losing streak. Momentum can play a significant role in baseball, so the Reds definitely have the edge here.

Looking at the standings, the Cincinnati Reds are currently sitting in the 3rd position with 24 wins and 24 losses. They have been solid both at home (13-12) and on the road (11-12). The Reds have been scoring an average of 4.6 runs per game while allowing just 4.0 runs against them.

On the other hand, the Pittsburgh Pirates are in the 5th position with 15 wins and 32 losses. Their home record stands at 9-13, and they have struggled on the road with a 6-19 record. The Pirates have been averaging 3.1 runs scored per game and allowing 4.4 runs per game.

In terms of power ratings, the Cincinnati Reds have a solid rating of 107.30, with a win percentage of 0.489 and a minimal points differential of 0.01. The Pittsburgh Pirates, on the other hand, have a much lower power rating of -54.68, a win percentage of 0.326, and a points differential of -0.03. This clearly indicates the Reds have the upper hand statistically.

Now, let's talk about the game odds. The Reds are the away team with a spread of -1.5, while the Pirates are the home team with a spread of +1.5. The Reds are listed as underdogs with odds of +130, while the Pirates are the favorites with odds of -150. The moneyline for the Reds is -131 and for the Pirates is +109.

The over/under for the game is set at 8.0 runs, with both the over and under having odds of -105. Given the offensive firepower of the Reds and the struggles of the Pirates, the over might be a good bet here.

In conclusion, with the Reds' hot streak, superior power rating, and overall better statistics, they seem to be the favorites in this matchup. Betting on the Reds to continue their winning ways could be a smart move for this game. Good luck to all the bettors out there, and enjoy the game!

The ProCappers predicted final score is for the Pittsburgh Pirates beating the visiting Cincinnati Reds 5-3.

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