Reds vs Pirates starting pitchers
- Mitch Keller for Pittsburgh Pirates
- Hunter Greene for Cincinnati Reds
Reds vs Pirates statistics
| Stat |
Reds |
Pirates |
| Hits |
527 (30th) |
572 (18th) |
| Batting Average |
.226 (27th) |
.233 (22nd) |
| Runs Batted In |
289 (17th) |
286 (Tied-18th) |
| Runs |
307 (16th) |
297 (22nd) |
| Home Runs |
71 (Tied-18th) |
66 (24th) |
| Walks |
236 (11th) |
232 (Tied-12th) |
| Stolen Bases |
105 (1st) |
40 (20th) |
| Strikeouts |
652 (7th) |
687 (4th) |
| Pitches |
10288 (23rd) |
10837 (8th) |
Pittsburgh Pirates recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 6/18/24 |
vs Cincinnati Reds |
L |
2-1 |
| 6/17/24 |
vs Cincinnati Reds |
W |
4-1 |
| 6/16/24 |
@ Colorado Rockies |
W |
8-2 |
| 6/15/24 |
@ Colorado Rockies |
L |
16-4 |
| 6/14/24 |
@ Colorado Rockies |
W |
5-2 |
Cincinnati Reds recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 6/18/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Pirates |
W |
2-1 |
| 6/17/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Pirates |
L |
4-1 |
| 6/16/24 |
@ Milwaukee Brewers |
L |
5-4 |
| 6/15/24 |
@ Milwaukee Brewers |
L |
3-1 |
| 6/14/24 |
@ Milwaukee Brewers |
W |
6-5 |
Reds vs Pirates predictions
The Cincinnati Reds are looking to make a splash in their upcoming game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and a few key players could be pivotal in steering the team to victory. Keep an eye on Hunter Greene, whose pitching prowess this season suggests he might rack up the strikeouts and maintain a solid ERA, making him a crucial figure on the mound. At the plate, Elly De La Cruz has shown promise with his ability to notch hits and bring in runs, not to mention his knack for stealing bases which could prove disruptive for Pittsburgh's defense. Meanwhile, Spencer Steer, leading the team in RBIs, is expected to continue his strong offensive performance, potentially adding critical runs to the Reds’ tally.
On the flip side, Pittsburgh Pirates have their own set of aces ready to counteract. Oneil Cruz, with his impressive ability to connect bat to ball, could be the X-factor for the Pirates, delivering both hits and runs. Mitch Keller, likely the starting pitcher, has shown consistency on the mound with a commendable ERA and WHIP this season. His performance will be key in keeping the Reds' hitters at bay. Additionally, Bryan Reynolds could be a significant contributor. His batting average and ability to drive in runs have been standout features in his game that the Pirates will rely on in this matchup.
Predicting the winner in this evenly matched contest is tough, but considering the strengths on both sides, Pittsburgh might have a slight edge on their home turf at PNC Park. Their balanced attack combining solid pitching from Keller and consistent hitting from players like Cruz and Reynolds could tilt the game in their favor. Plus, the energy from the home crowd never hurts. The Pirates are looking like a good bet to take this one, especially if their key players perform as expected.
Pittsburgh Pirates injuries
- Alika Williams (2B): 10-Day-IL
- Henry Davis (C): 7-Day IL
- Ji Hwan Bae (CF): 10-Day-IL
- Quinn Priester (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Martin Perez (SP): 15-Day-IL
Cincinnati Reds injuries
- Jeimer Candelario (3B): Day-To-Day
- TJ Friedl (CF): Day-To-Day
- Connor Overton (SP): Day-To-Day
- Noelvi Marte (SS): Suspension
- Christian Encarnacion-Strand (1B): 60-Day-IL
Reds vs Pirates game info
| Venue |
PNC Park |
| Location |
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| First pitch |
Wed 12:35 PM |
| Temperature |
72° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
