MLB Match Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates Square Off With Milwaukee Brewers on May 13, 2024

On the evening of May 13, 2024, the Pittsburgh Pirates are set to clash with the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. The game, slated to begin at 7:40 PM, could see light rain affecting play. Starting pitcher Mitch Keller, with a 4.408 ERA, will take the mound for the Pirates, while Colin Rea, holding a 3.287 ERA, will pitch for the Brewers.

The Pirates are currently 11th in the 2024 NL Central Division, sporting a record of 18-23 (.440 WP). Across their last 10 outings, they’ve captured 4 victories but are coming off a recent loss. With a home record of 9-12 and an almost even road record of 9-11, the Pirates have amassed a total of 150 runs but have allowed 177. In the division, their status is less favorable, standing at third place with a 3-4 in-division record.

Conversely, the Brewers are placed higher at 4th in the division with a more robust 24-16 record (.600 WP). They have secured the top spot in divisional contests with an 11-6 record. Despite also coming off a loss, the Brewers show a slightly stronger recent performance, winning 5 out of their last 10 games. With a balanced home (10-8) and road (14-8) record, they have notched up 203 runs while conceding 168.

Examining the betting odds for this game, the Brewers have been marked as the favorites with a point spread of -1.5 and a money line of -139, indicating analysts expect them to win by more than one run. For the Pirates, the money line is set at +117, suggesting an underdog status. Bettors can also engage with an over/under line set at 8.0, leading to an anticipation of moderate scoring influenced by both teams’ recent performances and the pitching lineup for the game.