Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Milwaukee Brewers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for July 11, 2024

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Jul 11, 2024 6:11 AM
The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to face off against the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at 2:10 PM at American Family Field. The Brewers, who lead the regular season series 5-4, will look to capitalize on their strong home record of 28-14, while the Pirates aim to build on their 22-24 road record. In a series tied 1-1, both teams will be eager to take the lead.
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Pirates vs Brewers starting pitchers

Pirates vs Brewers statistics

Stat Pirates Brewers
Hits 712 (Tied-22nd) 800 (Tied-5th)
Batting Average .231 (23rd) .255 (5th)
Runs Batted In 369 (Tied-17th) 419 (8th)
Runs 382 (20th) 441 (8th)
Home Runs 97 (14th) 94 (18th)
Walks 286 (Tied-12th) 338 (3rd)
Stolen Bases 49 (Tied-21st) 125 (2nd)
Strikeouts 849 (5th) 793 (12th)
Pitches 13512 (11th) 13976 (3rd)

Milwaukee Brewers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/10/24 vs Pittsburgh Pirates W 9-0
7/9/24 vs Pittsburgh Pirates L 12-2
7/7/24 @ Los Angeles Dodgers W 9-2
7/6/24 @ Los Angeles Dodgers L 5-3
7/5/24 @ Los Angeles Dodgers L 8-5

Pittsburgh Pirates recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/10/24 @ Milwaukee Brewers L 9-0
7/9/24 @ Milwaukee Brewers W 12-2
7/8/24 vs New York Mets W 8-2
7/7/24 vs New York Mets L 3-2
7/6/24 vs New York Mets L 5-2

Pirates vs Brewers predictions

As the Pittsburgh Pirates gear up to take on the Milwaukee Brewers, all eyes are on Bryan Reynolds and Oneil Cruz. Reynolds, who's been swinging a mean bat with a .280 average and 17 homers, seems poised for a standout game, especially against the Brewers’ pitching lineup that's been struggling to hold off hitters. Meanwhile, Cruz’s power and speed might just be the spark the Pirates need, given his impressive tally of RBIs and potential for game-changing plays. Their dynamic performance could very well be the key to setting the pace against the Brewers.

On the flip side, Milwaukee Brewers have some heavy hitters, and Christian Yelich is right at the forefront. Boasting a .335 average, Yelich’s consistency at the plate could spell trouble for the Pirates’ pitchers. With his ability to get on base and ignite scoring opportunities, he might be the catalyst for the Brewers. Additionally, Willy Adames, with his 14 homers and driven-in 62 runs, is definitely another player to watch. His knack for timely hits could drive in crucial runs and sway the game in Milwaukee’s favor.

Given the current form and roster strengths, it's leaning slightly towards a win for the Brewers. Their high-powered bats combined with the home field advantage at American Family Field could be too much for the Pirates to handle, especially if Yelich gets going early. However, baseball is always ripe for surprises, and players like Reynolds and Cruz are more than capable of swinging the momentum. This matchup promises to be a close one, with the Brewers potentially edging it out if their key players deliver as expected.

Milwaukee Brewers injuries

  • J.B. Bukauskas (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Christian Arroyo (2B): Day-To-Day
  • Joey Ortiz (3B): 10-Day-IL
  • DL Hall (SP): 60-Day-IL
  • Joe Ross (SP): 60-Day-IL

Pittsburgh Pirates injuries

Pirates vs Brewers game info

Venue American Family Field
Location Milwaukee, Wisconsin
First pitch Thu 2:10 PM
Temperature 76°
Chance of Rain 0%

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