Pittsburgh Pirates (56-58) vs. San Diego Padres (65-52)
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. San Diego Padres August 12 2024 – As we progress into the summer of 2024, Major League Baseball is heating up and on August 12th, there will be some enticing competition when the Pittsburgh Pirates go head-on with San Diego Padres at Petco Park. The Pirates are at 56-58 this season looking to get back to .500 while the other side (Padres) is trying to improve their record of 65-52 moves for playoffs qualification. Several fans visit this game every year, but bettors also target it as a centerpiece in USA compliant betting sites.
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. San Diego Padres August 12 2024 Game Info
| When: | Monday, August 12 at 9:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Petco Park, San Diego |
| TV: | ESP+ |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. San Diego Padres Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Pirates | +135 |
+1.5 -167
|
O 8 -120
|
| Padres | -161 |
-1.5 +134
|
U 8 -108
|
The current betting odds are yet to be determined, but given recent performances and trends, insights into potential betting strategies can still be offered.
Marco Gonzales (1-1 W-L, 4.54 ERA) vs. Dylan Cease (11-8 W-L, 3.4 ERA)
Marco Gonzales will kick off for the Pirates with a 1-1 win-loss record and an ERA of 4.54. For example, in his last 33.2 innings pitched thus far he has allowed 1.6 WHIP runs per game. He has managed to keep a good strikeout-to-walk ratio though it could be better and his experience may be pivotal when applying pressure.
Starting on the other hand is Dylan Cease for the Padres who boasts of an amazing 11-8 record and at this moment possesses a low ERA of 3.4. Among all the pitchers in that starting rotation, Cease has been one of their best performers characterized by striking out 176 batters in only 137.2 innings pitched and holding an impressive .99 WHIP score on the team so far. This makes him lose very few hits or walks that threaten San Diego’s defense greatly.
When these two face each other on the mound, there could be a lot riding on how well Gonzales can handle the Padres’ powerful hitters against Cease’s performance level maintained throughout this season. The Pirates’ batters might have difficulties against Cease who can provide many chances for strikeouts which might lead to one-sided pitching clashes later on.
Pittsburgh Pirates: Battling the Odds
The Pirates have struggled with offensive consistency, as highlighted by their team batting average of .234 and on-base percentage of .302. However, their pitching staff, with a collective ERA of 3.9, has kept games within reach. The key for Pittsburgh will be to leverage any mistakes by Cease and push their baserunners efficiently.
San Diego Padres: Swinging for the Fences
San Diego’s robust lineup, featuring a .265 batting average and .416 slugging percentage, has been a significant factor in their success. The team’s ability to convert hits into runs is further evidenced by their 548 runs scored and 133 home runs. The Padres will rely on their offensive firepower and Cease’s arm to maintain control of the game.
Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Trends
Padres are 5-0 in their last 5 games.
Pittsburgh Padres are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Padres are 35-21 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Padres’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 35 of Padres’ 58 last games at home
San Diego Padres Betting Trends
Pirates are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
San Diego Pirates are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Pirates are 33-23 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Pirates’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 26 of Pirates’ 58 last games at home
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. San Diego Padres Betting Previews
In terms of game stats and recent performance, it seems like the Padres is the stronger team especially with Cease pitching today. If bettors get favorable odds then they should consider the San Diego Padres for moneyline bets. Also, there has been a tendency to see high totals in the most recent outings for both sides’ games making OVER betting on total points enticing. Watching line movement closer to match day will assist you in getting the best betting value as per Daily MLB previews.
Score Prediction: Padres 6, Pirates 3.
