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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Arizona Diamondbacks 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 Friday, May 19th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Diamondbacks vs. Pirates
The Diamondbacks take on the Pirates on Friday, May 19th 2023 at PNC Park, Pittsburgh. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Arizona Diamondbacks (25-19) vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (23-20)
- Date: Friday, May 19th 2023
- Time: 6:35 ET
- Venue: PNC Park, Pittsburgh
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Arizona Diamondbacks - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Arizona Diamondbacks enter play ranked 2nd in the NL West with an overall record of 25-19. Through 20 road contests, the Diamondbacks come in with a mark of 11-9.
Despite being favored 18 times in 44 games, Arizona has managed to maintain an above .500 record against the runline. The team has an over/under record of 22-20, with an average betting line of 9.
Starting for the Diamondbacks will be Zac Gallen, with an overall record of 6-1. Zac Gallen heads into action with an ERA of just 2.35. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .197 against him. So far, Gallen has given up two home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .225. With a total of eight walks, Gallen has a WHIP of .85.
Entering today's action, Arizona features the 8th-ranked scoring unit, averaging 5.2 runs per game. The Diamondbacks have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .270 ranks 3rd. Overall, the team has hit 48 home runs, placing them 16th. Throughout the season, Arizona's batters have been excellent at getting on base, posting the 7th best OBP of .333.
Pittsburgh Pirates - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Pittsburgh Pirates host the Arizona Diamondbacks, they have a record of 23-20, placing them 2nd in the NL Central. In their 19 games at PNC Park, the Pirates have a strong record of 10-9.
Pittsburgh currently has an above .500 record against the runline. This mark has come while being favored 12 times in 43 games. The team has an over/under record of 20-22, with an average betting line of 9.
The Pirates will send Johan Oviedo to the mound with an overall record of 2-3. Compared to other starting pitchers, Johan Oviedo has one of the higher ERA's in the league at 5.14. In today's game, he will look to do a better job limiting base runners, as his batting average allowed sits at .282. Johan Oviedo has given up three home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .343. Oviedo's WHIP of 1.64 comes along with a total of 20 walks allowed.
Offensively, Pittsburgh is scoring at a rate near the MLB average, at 4.3 runs per game. Through 43 games, the Pirates have the 19th-ranked batting average at .242. Things have been going slightly better in the power department, as Pittsburgh has gone deep 41 times, placing them 23rd in the league. To date, Pittsburgh has the MLB's 14th-rated OBP, sitting at .322.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Diamondbacks vs. Pirates
Heading into today's matchup between Arizona and Pittsburgh, the Diamondbacks are the betting favorite at -184 on the moneyline. Arizona's implied win probability sits at 64.79%. The MLB predictive model shows the Pirates pulling off the upset over Arizona. It is recommended to take Pittsburgh on the moneyline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Pirates Moneyline
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