New York Mets at Pittsburgh Pirates 8/2/19 - MLB Betting Picks & Odds
New York Mets vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
MLB: 7:05 PM EST
Aug. 02, 2019
TV: ATPT
Latest Odds : NYM -125 Total 9
The New York Mets are set to visit PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for a National League clash against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The New York Mets come into this matchup with a 53-55 record, and they will be looking to continue their success after closing their recent series against the Chicago White Sox with a win, 4-0. Zack Wheeler received the starting nod for the New York Mets, and he had success as he went 7 scoreless innings while striking out 7 batters. Robinson Cano had a big game from the plate for the New York Mets as he went 2 for 4 with 1 HR and 2 RBIs.
The New York Mets are set to start Steven Matz (6-6, 4.32 ERA) who had success in his latest start as he went 9 scoreless innings while striking out 7 batters against the Chicago White Sox. Steven Matz has struggled in 11 road starts this season as he is 2-6 with a 6.40 ERA.
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The Pittsburgh Pirates come into this matchup with a 47-61 record, and they will be looking to rebound after dropping their recent series finale against the Cincinnati Reds, 4-1. Dario Agrazal received the starting nod for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and he struggled as he gave up 3 earned runs in 3.2 innings. Bryan Reynolds was responsible for the lone score of the game as he contributed his 44th RBI of the season.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to start Trevor Williams (3-4, 4.87 ERA) who had success in his latest start as he gave up 3 earned runs in 7 innings against the New York Mets. Trevor Williams has struggled in 6 home starts this season as he is posting a 5.71 ERA.
Recent Betting Trends:
Mets are 6-0 in their last 6 overall.
Under is 5-0 in Mets last 5 road games vs. a team with a losing record.
Pirates are 1-4 in Williams' last 5 starts.
Under is 4-0-1 in Pirates last 5 games following an off day.
Free Betting Pick: New York Mets -125
The New York Mets have dominated the Pittsburgh Pirates as of recent as they have won 4 consecutive meetings. The New York Mets have been one of the hottest teams in baseball as they have rattled off 7 consecutive wins while the Pirates have dropped 9 of their last 10 games. The New York Mets may not have a pitching advantage in this game, but they do have slightly better players filling their lineup. While Pete Alonso is the center of attention (34 HRs & 77 RBIs) they also have some solid bats in Michael Conforto and Robinson Cano. Final Score Prediction, New York Mets win 6-3.