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Atlanta Braves vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Preview, Predictions and Picks for May 11, 2025

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May 11, 2025 3:13 PM
The Atlanta Braves, currently sitting at third in the NL East with a 19-20 record, will face off against the Pirates, holding a 13-27 record and fifth in the NL Central, at PNC Park on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at 1:35 PM. Bart will lead the Pirates following a stellar 4-hit outing, looking to capitalize on their 8-13 home record. The series is currently tied 1-1, setting the stage for an exciting matchup.
Atlanta Braves vs Pittsburgh Pirates

Current Odds

ATL
PIT
Over
7.5
-115
Under
7.5
-105
ATL
-1.5
+300
PIT
+1.5
-303
ATL
ML
-111
PIT
ML
+120

Braves vs Pirates statistics

Stat Braves Pirates
Hits 312 (20th) 288 (26th)
Batting Average .237 (21st) .218 (27th)
Runs Batted In 147 (21st) 121 (30th)
Runs 154 (21st) 123 (30th)
Home Runs 42 (Tied-13th) 28 (Tied-27th)
Walks 134 (Tied-15th) 141 (12th)
Stolen Bases 25 (22nd) 42 (8th)
Strikeouts 336 (Tied-18th) 344 (24th)
Pitches 5851 (14th) 5858 (13th)

Pittsburgh Pirates recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/10/25 vs Atlanta Braves L 3-2 F/11
5/9/25 vs Atlanta Braves W 3-2
5/7/25 @ St. Louis Cardinals L 5-0
5/6/25 @ St. Louis Cardinals L 2-1
5/5/25 @ St. Louis Cardinals L 6-3

Atlanta Braves recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/10/25 @ Pittsburgh Pirates W 3-2 F/11
5/9/25 @ Pittsburgh Pirates L 3-2
5/8/25 vs Cincinnati Reds W 5-4 F/11
5/7/25 vs Cincinnati Reds L 4-3
5/6/25 vs Cincinnati Reds W 2-1 F/10

Pittsburgh Pirates injuries

  • Oneil Cruz (CF): Day-To-Day
  • Tommy Pham (LF): Day-To-Day
  • Burch Smith (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Spencer Horwitz (1B): 10-Day-IL
  • Isiah Kiner-Falefa (SS): 10-Day-IL

Atlanta Braves injuries

  • Charles Leblanc (3B): Day-To-Day
  • Spencer Strider (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Nacho Alvarez Jr. (SS): 60-Day-IL
  • Ronald Acuna Jr. (RF): 10-Day-IL
  • Jurickson Profar (LF): suspension

Braves vs Pirates game info

Type Info
Venue PNC Park
Location Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
First pitch Sun 1:35 PM
Temperature 77°
Chance of Rain 0%

Braves vs Pirates predictions

As the Atlanta Braves gear up for their battle against the Pittsburgh Pirates, all eyes will be on their standout performers. Austin Riley, currently hitting a solid .284, is expected to make a significant impact, potentially adding to his tally of eight home runs. Fans should also watch the dynamic Ozzie Albies who, with his agile movements on the field, might steal both bases and hearts. And let’s not forget the seasoned Chris Sale poised to take the mound, potentially striking out around seven batters in his typical fashion. With the Braves having an up-and-down season, they’ll rely heavily on these key players to tilt the odds in their favor at PNC Park.

Switching gears to the Pirates, Joey Bart's recent standout performance of gathering four hits in a single outing is exactly the kind of energy Pittsburgh needs. Although Oneil Cruz remains day-to-day, his expected presence could be a game-changer with his powerful swings. On the mound, Carmen Mlodzinski will carry the hopes of Pirates fans as he tries to navigate through the Braves' batting order, looking to keep them in check with crafty pitches. While Mlodzinski aims to maintain his composure, Andrew McCutchen, bolstering a respectable .250 average, will strive to ignite the Pirates' offense, swinging with the hope of turning singles into runs.

Given the current scenario, both teams have talented lineups but let's delve into the bigger picture. The Braves hold a slight upper hand, given the consistency of players like Austin Riley and the expertise of Chris Sale in handling the ball. While the Pirates have their standouts, their season has been less than ideal, which could impact team morale. That said, upsets happen, and baseball is nothing if not unpredictable. But if I had to place my chips, there's a strong feeling that the Braves might edge this one out. What do you think, Braves or Pirates?

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