Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Los Angeles Dodgers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for August 11, 2024

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Aug 11, 2024 6:13 AM
The Pittsburgh Pirates, looking to snap their current road slide, face off against the first-place Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 4:10 PM. The Dodgers, who lead the series 2-0 and 3-2 in the regular season, will aim to extend their dominance over the Pirates. The Pirates, with a 29-29 road record, will need to overcome their struggles on the road to take down the 37-22 Dodgers at home.
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Pirates vs Dodgers starting pitchers

  • Tyler Glasnow for Los Angeles Dodgers
  • Bailey Falter for Pittsburgh Pirates

Pirates vs Dodgers statistics

Stat Pirates Dodgers
Hits 925 (23rd) 999 (11th)
Batting Average .235 (24th) .252 (11th)
Runs Batted In 470 (21st) 558 (4th)
Runs 488 (22nd) 576 (4th)
Home Runs 115 (25th) 156 (3rd)
Walks 357 (15th) 446 (2nd)
Stolen Bases 68 (Tied-19th) 77 (Tied-15th)
Strikeouts 1079 (5th) 993 (15th)
Pitches 17139 (16th) 17994 (2nd)

Los Angeles Dodgers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
8/10/24 vs Pittsburgh Pirates W 4-1
8/9/24 vs Pittsburgh Pirates W 9-5
8/7/24 vs Philadelphia Phillies L 9-4
8/6/24 vs Philadelphia Phillies L 6-2
8/5/24 vs Philadelphia Phillies W 5-3

Pittsburgh Pirates recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
8/10/24 @ Los Angeles Dodgers L 4-1
8/9/24 @ Los Angeles Dodgers L 9-5
8/8/24 vs San Diego Padres L 7-6
8/7/24 vs San Diego Padres L 9-8 F/10
8/6/24 vs San Diego Padres L 6-0

Pirates vs Dodgers predictions

Heading into the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Pittsburgh Pirates fans might want to keep an eye on a few key players who could make a significant impact. Joey Bart, who has shown promise despite the team's struggles, might find himself contributing crucially with his ability to hit powerful home runs when it counts. Similarly, Oneil Cruz could be a game changer with his speed and batting prowess, potentially driving in critical runs. Bryan Reynolds, another player to watch, might continue his solid performance, possibly adding more hits to his respectable average which stands out on the team.

On the Los Angeles Dodgers’ side, their roster is brimming with talent, which might just tilt the scales in this matchup. Shohei Ohtani, who has been nothing short of spectacular, could very well add to his impressive home run tally and continue to be a dominant force at bat. Additionally, Freddie Freeman’s consistency at getting on base and driving in runs could play a pivotal role in cementing the Dodgers' offensive strength. Tyler Glasnow’s pitching might also prove to be crucial, especially with his knack for strikeouts which could stymie many of the Pirates' hitters.

Given the current form and depth in their lineup, the Los Angeles Dodgers appear to be the favorites to come out on top in this encounter. The Dodgers not only have the advantage with a strong batting lineup but also a solid pitching rotation that can challenge the Pirates’ hitters throughout the game. While baseball always has room for surprises, this matchup seems to lean towards a victory for the Dodgers, especially with their potent mix of experienced hitters and dynamic pitchers.

Los Angeles Dodgers injuries

  • Ryan Brasier (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Mookie Betts (SS): 10-Day-IL
  • Walker Buehler (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • River Ryan (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Tommy Edman (SS): 60-Day-IL

Pittsburgh Pirates injuries

  • Joshua Palacios (RF): 10-Day-IL
  • Carmen Mlodzinski (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Cristofer Melendez (SP): Out
  • Nick Gonzales (2B): 10-Day-IL
  • Jack Brannigan (3B): Day-To-Day

Pirates vs Dodgers game info

Venue Dodger Stadium
Location Los Angeles, California
First pitch Sun 4:10 PM
Temperature 87°
Chance of Rain 0%

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