St. Louis Cardinals vs Pittsburgh Pirates Prediction & Same Game Parlay picks Top SGP: MLB Analytics Breakdown

The bet on 'Pittsburgh Pirates Under 8.5' for the Team Total Runs is supported by several key statistics. Firstly, the Pirates' recent performance shows a trend of low scoring games, with an average of only 4.2 runs scored in their last five games overall and 3.6 in their last five away games. This is well below the 8.5 line. Additionally, the team's batting average is relatively low, particularly in away games where it's only 7.2. On the other side, the Cardinals have been effective in limiting runs at home, allowing an average of just 1.4 runs in their last five home games. They also have a low average of pitcher base on balls, especially at home games (1.8), suggesting a strong defensive performance. These factors combined make it statistically unlikely for the Pirates to score over 8.5 runs.

St. Louis Cardinals vs Pittsburgh Pirates : Over 5 Total Runs (-769)

Both the St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburgh Pirates have been scoring consistently, with an average of over 4 runs per game in their last 5 games. Specifically, the Cardinals have averaged 4.2 runs at home, while the Pirates have averaged 3.6 runs when playing away. The total average runs scored by both teams in their last 5 games is 7.8, which is significantly higher than the line set at 5. Additionally, both teams have demonstrated strong batting averages, with the Cardinals and Pirates averaging 6.8 and 10.2 hits respectively. This, combined with their average home runs per game (0.7 for Cardinals and 1 for Pirates), indicates a high-scoring game. Furthermore, the teams' pitching stats show an average of over 3 runs allowed per game, further supporting the likelihood of a high-scoring match. Therefore, betting 'Over 5' for the Total Runs seems like a solid choice.