Match Analysis: Pittsburgh Pirates vs St. Louis Cardinals – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-07-02
- Time: 4:36 PM UTC
- Location: PNC Park
Game Overview
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the St. Louis Cardinals at PNC Park for a pivotal MLB matchup. The Pirates enter as underdogs with a 2-10 starting pitcher M. Keller, while the Cardinals counter with S. Gray, who is 8-2 with a 3.36 ERA. The Pirates won the previous game 1-0, showing strong pitching but limited offense. The Cardinals are favored on the moneyline, reflecting their better seasonal performance and stronger odds in favored games.
Key Factors to Consider
- The Cardinals hold a stronger season record and performed well when favored, winning 69.2% of such games. The Pirates have struggled, especially on the road and with their pitching, with M. Keller posting a 2-10 record and 3.90 ERA. St. Louisβs S. Gray is a reliable starter with an 8-2 record.
- Recent matchups show the Pirates narrowly winning 1-0 on July 1, 2025, indicating closely contested games but low scoring. Historically, the Cardinals have been favorites and have a better success rate in those situations.
- No significant injuries reported for either team that impact starting pitching or lineup depth for this game.
- PNC Park is a neutral environment for the Pirates to leverage home advantage. Weather is not reported as an issue. July fixtures show moderate scheduling with no extreme fatigue concerns.
- The Cardinals aim to maintain form and assert dominance after entering as favorites in most games. The Pirates look to rebound and defend home turf following their narrow previous win.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Pittsburgh Pirates: +118, St. Louis Cardinals: -138 | St. Louis Cardinals | β β β ββ 58% |
| Spread | Pittsburgh Pirates +1.5: -144, St. Louis Cardinals -1.5: +120 | Pittsburgh Pirates +1.5 | β β β ββ 55% |
| Over/under | Over 8: -105, Under 8: -115 | Over 8 runs | β β β ββ 52% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | St. Louis Cardinals 0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 8 2% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 8 at 2% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 1.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
St. Louis Cardinals are predicted to edge out a win due to stronger pitching consistency and better recent form, with the Pirates expected to keep the game close.
Predicted Score: Cardinals 5, Pirates 4