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The Baltimore Orioles (55-51) will take on the Pittsburgh Pirates (43-63) again in Baltimore on Sunday, August 7 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Still in the middle part of the season, both teams will want to set the tone with a win in this one. Be sure to catch the first pitch at 1:35 PM ET!
For context about Sunday’s game, how have the Orioles and the Pirates performed against each other historically?
This season, these teams have played in five matchups, and the Orioles have claimed victory three times against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Friday, the score was 1-0 in favor of the Baltimore Orioles. The Orioles had one run and 10 hits, whereas the Pirates had 0 runs on six hits. We’ll see what unfolds when it all goes down at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Betting Preview for the Pittsburgh Pirates vs Baltimore Orioles MLB Game on August 7 2022
Where: Oriole Park at Camden Yards in Baltimore, MD
When: Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 1:35 PM ET
Betting on the Pittsburgh Pirates
Record: (43W-63L) | National League Central Standing: 3
The last time they played, the Pirates lost to the Baltimore Orioles 1-0 on Friday, and we’re eager to see if their result will be the same or if fortunes will change. The overall regular season batting average for the team right now is .220 and in particular Bryan Reynolds is riding high with a .261 average. Defensively speaking, the Pirates hold an ERA of 4.58 and a fielding percentage of .981. Check out our odds assessment and place your bets based on the team’s recent performances!
Absences and Injuries
It’s confirmed thatthe Pirates are missing 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: (55W-51L) | American League East Standing: 4
In their most recent game on Friday, the Orioles defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates. For the regular season, the overall batting average for the team is currently .235 as Boyce Mullins leads the club hitting .266. Defensively speaking, the Orioles hold an ERA of 3.84 and a fielding percentage of .983. Make sure you review our odds analysis further down so you have all the info you need at your fingertips!
Absences and Injuries
It’s confirmed that 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 (-350) at FanDuel
The Baltimore Orioles are considered the favorite per oddsmakers in this matchup. The club has been relishing in 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 less at 30% in the last 10 games (three victories and seven losses).
Over/Under Pick: Under 7.5 Total Runs (-104) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, keep in mind that the projected O/U for this matchup is under 7.5. This means that the total number of runs for both teams is predicted to be under 7.5.
Runline Pick: Baltimore Orioles -1.5 Runs (-138) at FanDuel
With a runline of -1.5, the Baltimore Orioles will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover.
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