El Jefe
The Baltimore Orioles (54-51) will host the Pittsburgh Pirates (43-62) in Baltimore on Saturday, August 6 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Still in the second third of the season, each of these teams will of course be looking for a win as the season progresses. Don’t miss the first pitch at 5:05 PM ET!
For context about Saturday’s regular season matchup, let’s take a look at how Baltimore and Pittsburgh have managed against each other this year.
This season, these two clubs have battled in four contests as the Orioles have earned a win twice against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on April 4, 2022, the Baltimore Orioles came out on top by a score of 3-9. The Orioles scored six runs on 12 hits, while the Pirates put up five runs on 12 hits. We’ll see who comes out on top this time when they meet at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Betting Preview for the Pittsburgh Pirates vs Baltimore Orioles MLB Game on August 6 2022
Where: Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, MD
When: Saturday, August 6, 2022 at 5:05 PM ET
Betting on the Pittsburgh Pirates
Record: (43W-62L) | National League Central Standing: 3
The Pirates beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-4 the last time they met on Thursday, and we can’t wait to find out if they can muster up a hard-fought win in this one. The overall regular season batting average for the team right now is .220 and in particular Bryan Reynolds is leading the squad with a .261 average. In terms of defense, the team is carrying an ERA of 4.61 and a .982 fielding percentage. Before you place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances, be sure to consult our evaluation of the odds!
Absences and Injuries
Per the latest inactive report,the Pirates will play without Max Kranick (Elbow), Nicolaus Mears (Elbow), Dillon Peters (Elbow), Tyler Heineman (Groin), Canaan Smith-Njigba (Wrist), Jacob Marisnick (Toe), Roberto Pérez (Hamstring), Blake Cederlind (Elbow), and David Bednar (Back).
Betting on the Baltimore Orioles
Record: (54W-51L) | American League East Standing: 4
Following their last outing on Wednesday, the Orioles were defeated by the Texas Rangers by a score of 3-6. So far this season, the team is currently batting .234 thanks in large part to their top hitter, Boyce Mullins, who has a batting average of .264. On defense, they hold an ERA of 3.88 and a .983 fielding percentage. Be sure to check out our odds analysis further down before selecting your picks!
Absences and Injuries
With respect to inactive players in this game, the Orioles are without Travis Lakins Sr. (Elbow), Christopher Ellis (Shoulder), Jonathan Araúz (Finger), John Means (Elbow), Alexander Wells (Elbow), Austin Hays (Side), and Tyler Wells (Side).
Pittsburgh Pirates vs Baltimore Orioles | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Baltimore Orioles (-166) at FanDuel
The Baltimore Orioles are considered the favorite in this matchup. The club has been benefitting from a great beginning to August sporting a winning percentage of 70% in the last 10 games (seven victories and three losses). The winning percentage of the Pittsburgh Pirates on the other hand, is lower at 30% in the last 10 games (three victories and seven losses).
Over/Under Pick: Under 8.5 Total Runs (-105) at FanDuel
Be sure to consider that the estimated O/U for this game is under 8.5 before placing your bet. By this, we mean that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 8.5.
Runline Pick: Baltimore Orioles -1.5 Runs (+120) at FanDuel
The Baltimore Orioles will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover the oddsmakers’ runline of -1.5.
Ready to bet on this game? Get access to industry-leading enrollment promotions if you register through one of our trusted partners. Click the banner below to sign up and claim your welcome bonus and much more!
