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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Los Angeles Dodgers, 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 Wednesday, July 5th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Pirates vs. Dodgers
The Pirates take on the Dodgers on Wednesday, July 5th 2023 at Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Pittsburgh Pirates (40-45) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (47-38)
- Date: Wednesday, July 5th 2023
- Time: 10:10 ET
- Venue: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
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Pittsburgh Pirates - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Los Angeles, the Pirates have a record of just 40-45. This places the team 3rd in the NL Central. The Pirates will need a win in today's game to move their record on the road (18-24) above the .500 mark.
Pittsburgh's record against the runline sits at 41-44 while being favored 20 times in 85 games. The team's over/under record comes in at 42-39 with an average betting line of 9.
Osvaldo Bido gets the start for the Pirates with a below .500 record at 0-1. Heading into action, Osvaldo Bido has an ERA of 4.74. His batting average allowed of .282 is high compared to other pitchers. So far, Bido has given up one home run and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .316. Bido's WHIP of 1.47 comes along with a total of six walks allowed.
Pittsburgh's offense comes into this game averaging 4.3 runs per game, placing them near the MLB average. Together, the Pirates' offense has the 14th-ranked batting average, at .242. Overall, the team has hit 78 home runs, placing them 22nd. Up to this point, Pittsburgh has been getting on base at a rate of .319, placing them 13th in all of baseball.
Los Angeles Dodgers - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Los Angeles Dodgers host the Pittsburgh Pirates, they have a record of 47-38, placing them 2nd in the NL West. In their 41 games at Dodger Stadium, the Dodgers have a strong record of 25-16.
Los Angeles has been favored in 84.7% of their games, resulting in an above .500 record against the runline at 43-42. With an average betting line of 9 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 48-32.
Los Angeles starter Bobby Miller takes the mound with an overall record of 4-1. Heading into action, Bobby Miller has an ERA of 4.23. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .219 against him. Opposing hitters have gone deep two times against Bobby Miller, who has a WOBA allowed of .279. With a total of 14 walks, Miller has a WHIP of 1.25.
Offensively, Los Angeles has had no problem putting up runs, as their scoring average of 5.4 runs per game, ranks 4th in the MLB. The Dodgers have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .243 ranks 13th. Currently, Los Angeles is one of the best power hitting lineups in the league, at 135 home runs (2nd). Throughout the season, Los Angeles' batters have been excellent at getting on base, posting the 7th best OBP of .328.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Pirates vs. Dodgers
Heading into today's matchup between Los Angeles and the Pirates, the Dodgers are the heavy favorite at -249 on the moneyline. Los Angeles' implied win probability sits at 71.35%. However, the MLB predictive model does not show enough value to take Los Angeles on the moneyline. Instead, its recommended to take the Pirates to cover the runline at +1.5.
Recommended Betting Pick: Pirates +1.5
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