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Today's free MLB betting picks, odds, predictions for the Pirates vs. Rangers on May 22, 2023. Our best bets and top picks for moneylines, run totals and more.
Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Texas Rangers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday, May 22nd 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Rangers vs. Pirates
The Rangers take on the Pirates on Monday, May 22nd 2023 at PNC Park, Pittsburgh. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Texas Rangers (29-17) vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (24-22)
- Date: Monday, May 22nd 2023
- Time: 6:35 ET
- Venue: PNC Park, Pittsburgh
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Texas Rangers - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Texas Rangers enter play ranked 1st in the AL West with an overall record of 29-17. On the season, the Rangers have an above .500 road record, at 13-9.
With an above .500 record against the runline at 30-16, Texas has been favored 58.7% of the time this season. The team has an over/under record of 28-16, with an average betting line of 8.
For Texas, Dane Dunning gets the start, currently holding a record of 4-0. So far, Dane Dunning has put together an outstanding ERA of 1.69. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .197 against him. When looking at how opposing batters are faring in the power department, Dane Dunning has a WOBA allowed of .234 and has yet to be tagged for a home run. Dunning has a WHIP of .88, with seven walks allowed.
On the season, Texas boasts the 1st-ranked scoring offense, averaging 6.5 runs per game. As a team, the Rangers are batting a healthy .272, placing them 1st in the league. The team has also been strong in the power department, having hit 63 home runs which is 7th. Texas' offense has done a good job getting on base, ranking 2nd with an OBP of .342.
Pittsburgh Pirates - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Pittsburgh Pirates host the Texas Rangers, they have a record of 24-22, placing them 2nd in the NL Central. The Pirates will need a win in today's game to move their record at PNC Park (11-11) above the .500 mark.
Despite being favored 13 times in 46 games, Pittsburgh has managed to maintain an above .500 record against the runline. The team has an over/under record of 22-23, with an average betting line of 9.
Luis L. Ortiz gets the start for the Pirates with a below .500 record at 0-2. Compared to other starting pitchers, Luis L. Ortiz has one of the higher ERA's in the league at 5.62. His batting average allowed of .341 is high compared to other pitchers. Opposing hitters have gone deep one time against Luis L. Ortiz, who has a WOBA allowed of .397. With a total of five walks, Ortiz has a WHIP of 2.38.
Pittsburgh's offense comes into this game averaging 4.4 runs per game, placing them near the MLB average. Through 46 games, the Pirates have the 17th-ranked batting average at .243. In addition, the team's lineup has had problems hitting for power, ranking just 24th in the league, at 42 home runs. To date, Pittsburgh has the MLB's 14th-rated OBP, sitting at .323.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Rangers vs. Pirates
Heading into today's matchup between Texas and Pittsburgh, the Rangers are the betting favorite at -136 on the moneyline. Texas' implied win probability sits at 57.63%. The MLB preditive model shows Texas having a strong performance at the plate and has identified the best bet to take Texas on the moneyline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Rangers Moneyline
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