Houston Astros vs Pittsburgh Pirates 6/5/25 MLB Free Pick

Welcome baseball fans! Today, we have an exciting matchup between the Houston Astros and the Pittsburgh Pirates. Let's dive into the detailed analysis to help you make informed betting decisions.

The Houston Astros, despite losing their last game, are sitting comfortably at the top of the standings in the American League with 33 wins and 28 losses. They have been dominant at home with a record of 22-12 but have struggled on the road with an 11-16 record. The Astros have been scoring an impressive 4.0 runs per game while allowing just 3.7 runs against them.

On the other side, the Pittsburgh Pirates are currently in the 5th position in the National League with 23 wins and 39 losses. They are coming off a win in their last game and have a home record of 14-17, compared to a weaker away record of 9-22. The Pirates have been scoring 3.2 runs per game while giving up 4.2 runs on average.

In terms of power ratings, the Houston Astros boast a strong rating of 110.93, indicating their overall team strength. They have a win percentage of 0.550 and a slight positive points differential of 0.01. On the other hand, the Pittsburgh Pirates have a lower power rating of -51.82, reflecting their struggles this season. They have a win percentage of 0.361 and a negative points differential of -0.02.

Turning our attention to the game odds, the Astros are favored on the road with a run line of -1.5, while the Pirates are getting +1.5. The moneyline odds stand at -165 for the Astros and +139 for the Pirates. The over/under total is set at 7.5 runs with both the over and under carrying -110 odds.

In conclusion, while the Astros are the stronger team on paper and are favored to win this game, baseball is a sport where anything can happen. The Pirates will look to build on their recent win and play spoiler to the Astros. Keep an eye on key players, recent form, and any injuries that may impact the game outcome. Good luck with your bets, and enjoy the game!

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

Eduardo Costa Verez Free Pick Pittsburgh Pirates (-165)

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Houston vs Pittsburgh Betting Odds

Spread, Total, Moneyline. It's important to note that betting odds can change leading up to the game, so be sure to check for updates.

Team	Spread	ML	Total
Houston	-1 +125	-143	o7.5 -120
Pittsburgh	+1 -145	+120	u7.5 -120

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