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MLB Player Props Advice: Pittsburgh Pirates vs Arizona Diamondbacks

Preview: Diamondbacks bring 1-0 series lead over Pirates into game 2

By Data Skrive

Jul 27, 2024, 04:02 am

Game Summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates (52-51, third in the NL Central) will face off against the Arizona Diamondbacks (54-50, third in the NL West) at Chase Field in Phoenix on Saturday at 8:10 p.m. EDT. The Diamondbacks currently lead the series 1-0 following a close 4-3 victory in the first game.

Arizona has been solid at home with a 27-24 record and an overall record of 54-50. They have been particularly potent when scoring five or more runs, boasting a 41-10 record in such games. The Diamondbacks' recent form has been impressive, going 7-3 in their last ten games with a team batting average of .254 and an ERA of 3.64, outscoring opponents by 17 runs.

On the other hand, the Pirates have also been decent on the road with a 26-25 record and an overall record of 52-51. They have the sixth-ranked team ERA in the National League at 3.78. Pittsburgh has matched Arizona's recent form, also going 7-3 in their last ten games with a slightly higher batting average of .258 and a lower ERA of 2.53, outscoring opponents by 14 runs.

This matchup features some top performers from both teams. For the Diamondbacks, Corbin Carroll has been an all-around contributor with 16 doubles, seven triples, six home runs, and 35 RBIs. Ketel Marte has been on fire recently, going 14-for-35 with a double and four home runs over the last ten games. For the Pirates, Oneil Cruz has tallied 21 doubles, a triple, and 15 home runs, while Bryan Reynolds has been consistent with a 14-for-38 performance, including a double, a home run, and five RBIs over the last ten games.

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Player Prop Odds

Rowdy Tellez:

• Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+375), Under 0.5 (-600)
• Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+200), Under 0.5 (-275)
• Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+170), Under 0.5 (-225)
• Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (+100), Under 0.5 (-130)
• Batter Total Bases: Over 0.5 (-190), Under 0.5 (+145)

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Player Analysis

Rowdy Tellez has been a key player for the Pirates, especially in clutch situations. With a batting average of .253 and a slugging percentage of .456, Tellez has managed to contribute significantly to the Pirates' offensive output. He has hit 15 home runs this season, along with 51 RBIs, making him a reliable option for driving in runs.

Opposing Analysis

The Diamondbacks' pitching staff, led by Brandon Pfaadt, has been solid this season. Pfaadt has a record of 4-6 with an ERA of 3.74 and a WHIP of 1.11. He has struck out 111 batters across 120.1 innings, showing his ability to control games and limit offensive production. However, the Diamondbacks' bullpen has been somewhat inconsistent, which could provide opportunities for Tellez to capitalize, especially in later innings.

Pitching Probables

Pittsburgh Pirates: Marco Gonzales (1-1, 2.70 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 19 strikeouts)

Arizona Diamondbacks: Brandon Pfaadt (4-6, 3.74 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, 111 strikeouts)

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Team Previews

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pirates have been an above-average team in hitting, ranking 8th in hits (888) and 3rd in runs (513) in the league. They have a team batting average of .253, showcasing their ability to get on base and drive in runs. The Pirates' relief pitching has been respectable, with 24 saves ranking tied for 19th. However, their starting pitching, outside of today's starter Marco Gonzales, has struggled at times, contributing to their 26th-ranked team ERA of 4.49.

Arizona Diamondbacks

The Diamondbacks, on the other hand, have struggled offensively, ranking 26th in hits (807) and 23rd in runs (425). Their team batting average is .232, which is 25th in the league. Despite their offensive struggles, the Diamondbacks have been strong in pitching, with a team ERA of 3.78, ranking 11th in the league. Their bullpen has secured 26 saves, tied for 14th in the league, and has been a crucial part of their success in close games.

Team Injuries

Team	Player	Position	Injury	Status
Pirates	Bailey Falter	SP	Arm	15-Day IL
Pirates	Daulton Jefferies	RP	Elbow	15-Day IL
Pirates	Jared Jones	RP	Lat	15-Day IL
Pirates	Ryan Borucki	RP	Tricep	60-Day IL
Pirates	Dauri Moreta	RP	Elbow	60-Day IL
Pirates	Endy Rodriguez	C	Elbow	60-Day IL
Pirates	Johan Oviedo	SP	Elbow	60-Day IL
Diamondbacks	Blake Walston	SP	Elbow	15-Day IL
Diamondbacks	Merrill Kelly	SP	Shoulder	60-Day IL
Diamondbacks	Kyle Nelson	RP	Shoulder	60-Day IL
Diamondbacks	Eduardo Rodriguez	SP	Shoulder	60-Day IL
Diamondbacks	Drey Jameson	RP	Elbow	60-Day IL

Recent Games

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
Fri, Jul 26	@ Arizona	L4-3	52-51	Gallen 8-5	Mlodzinski 2-4	Sewald 16	31255

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
Fri, Jul 26	vs Pittsburgh	W4-3	54-50	Gallen 8-5	Mlodzinski 2-4	Sewald 16	31255

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Prediction

The Pirates and Diamondbacks have both shown strong performances recently, but the Diamondbacks' home advantage and pitching depth may give them the edge in this matchup. However, given the Pirates' ability to score and the Diamondbacks' bullpen inconsistencies, a high-scoring game could