Daily MLB Player Props Picks: Pittsburgh Pirates vs Arizona Diamondbacks - 7/26

Daily MLB Player Props Picks: Pittsburgh Pirates vs Arizona Diamondbacks - 7/26

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Game Summary

The Arizona Diamondbacks and the Pittsburgh Pirates meet at Chase Field on Friday, July 26, 2025, at 9:40 PM EDT to kick off a three-game series. The Diamondbacks come into the game with a 53-50 record, sitting third in the NL West, while the Pirates hold a 52-50 record, placing them third in the NL Central. Both teams have performed well recently, with the Diamondbacks boasting a 7-3 record in their last ten games and the Pirates going 8-2 over the same span.

The Diamondbacks have been solid at home with a 26-24 record at Chase Field and feature the ninth-best team slugging percentage in MLB at .410. Key players such as Christian Walker and Ketel Marte have been pivotal in their success, with Walker leading the team with 23 home runs and Marte hitting .296. The Pirates, on the other hand, have matched the Diamondbacks' road record at 26-24. Pittsburgh’s success has been driven by players like Oneil Cruz and Connor Joe, who have been consistent contributors offensively.

Friday's game marks the first meeting between these teams this season, and both will be looking to gain an upper hand in the series. With the Diamondbacks' strong home performance and the Pirates' recent road success, this matchup promises to be competitive. The pitching duel features Luis Ortiz (5-2, 2.57 ERA) for the Pirates against Zac Gallen (7-5, 3.64 ERA) for the Diamondbacks, adding another layer of intrigue to this contest.

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Player Prop Odds

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Christian Walker Prop Odds:

• Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+340)
• Batter Hits: Over 1.5 (+250)
• Batter Home Runs: Over 0.5 (+480)
• Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+120)
• Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (-130)
• Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-120)
• Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+115)

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Player Analysis

Christian Walker has been a powerhouse for the Arizona Diamondbacks this season. With 23 home runs and a total of 43 extra-base hits, Walker has been a key contributor to Arizona's offense. He currently boasts a .296 batting average, making him a consistent threat at the plate. Over the past ten games, Walker has continued to shine, contributing significantly to Arizona's 7-3 record over that span.

Opposing Analysis

Walker will be facing Luis Ortiz, who has been one of the Pirates' most reliable pitchers this season. Ortiz has a 5-2 record with an impressive 2.57 ERA and a 1.11 WHIP over 73.2 innings pitched. He has allowed just 3 home runs this season, making it challenging for hitters to go deep. However, Ortiz will need to be cautious against Walker, given his ability to capitalize on mistakes.

Pitching Probables

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Player	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP	H	K	BB	HR
L. Ortiz	5-2	2.57	1.11	73.2	61	59	21	3
Z. Gallen	7-5	3.64	1.25	81.2	75	80	27	8

Team Previews

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pirates have been solid offensively, ranking 3rd in runs scored with 509 and 8th in hits with 879. Their .252 batting average places them 9th in the league. However, their pitching has been less consistent, with a 4.50 ERA ranking 26th. Defensively, the Pirates have committed 42 errors, ranking last in the league.

Arizona Diamondbacks

The Diamondbacks have struggled at times but boast the 9th best slugging percentage at .410. They rank 23rd in runs scored with 422 and 25th in hits with 800. Their pitching has been more reliable, with a 3.77 ERA ranking 11th. Defensively, they have committed 50 errors, placing them 20th in the league.

Team Injuries

Player	Position	Updated	Injury	Injury Status
R. Borucki	RP	Fri, Jul 26	Wrist	Expected to be out until at least Jul 26
E. Rodriguez	SP	Fri, Jul 19	Shoulder	Expected to be out until at least Aug 16

Recent Games

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Pittsburgh Pirates

Date	Opponent	Result	W-L	Win	Loss	Save	Att
Fri, Jul 19	vs Philadelphia	W8-7	49-48	Mlodzinski 2-3	Alvarado 1-4	NaN	39530
Sat, Jul 20	vs Philadelphia	W4-1	50-48	Ortiz 5-2	Sanchez 7-5	NaN	39114
Sun, Jul 21	vs Philadelphia	L6-0	50-49	Phillips 2-0	Gonzales 1-1	NaN	38291
Mon, Jul 22	vs St. Louis	W2-1	51-49	Chapman 2-4	King 3-2	Bednar 18	18970
Tue, Jul 23	vs St. Louis	L2-1	51-50	Fernandez 1-2	Skenes 6-1	Helsley 33	32422
Wed, Jul 24	vs St. Louis	W5-0	52-50	Perez 2-5	Liberatore 2-3	NaN	20091

Arizona Diamondbacks

Date	Opponent	Result	W-L	Win	Loss	Save	Att
Fri, Jul 19	@ Chicago	W5-2	50-48	Nelson 7-6	Steele 2-4	Sewald 14	40691
Sat, Jul 20	@ Chicago	W3-0	51-48	Gallen 7-5	Hendricks 2-8	Sewald 15	39595
Sun, Jul 21	@ Chicago	L2-1 F/10	51-49	Neris 8-2	Mantiply 3-2	NaN	39162
Mon, Jul 22	@ Kansas City	L10-4	51-50	Ragans 7-6	Diaz 1-1	NaN	16275
Tue, Jul 23	@ Kansas City	W6-2	52-50	Montgomery 7-5	Marsh 7-7	NaN	21993
Wed, Jul 24	@ Kansas City	W8-6	53-50	Mantiply 4-2	McArthur 4-4	NaN	15931

Prediction

Pick: Over 1.5 Total Bases (+115)

Christian Walker has been a consistent performer for the Diamondbacks, and with Zac Gallen on the mound for Arizona, the team will be looking to capitalize on any offensive opportunities. Walker's ability to hit for power and his recent form make the over 1.5 total bases at +115 an attractive bet. Given his 43 extra-base hits this season, Walker is well-positioned to exceed this total in the series opener against the Pirates.

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