On the upcoming Saturday, September 28, 2024, baseball enthusiasts will be treated to an exciting matchup as the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium, starting at 1:05 PM under expected overcast skies. The starting pitcher for the Pirates will be Paul Skenes, who has maintained an impressive ERA of 2.071 this season. His counterpart from the Yankees, Luis Gil, will take the mound with an ERA of 3.135.
As per the 2024 National League Central Division, the Pirates currently rank 12th with a record of 75-85, a winning percentage of 0.47, and are fifth in their division with a 25-27 record against division foes. Their performance has been a mix of highs and lows with a recent record of 4-6 in their last 10 games, and they are on a one-game winning streak. The Pirates statistics include 39 wins and 42 losses at home, with 36 wins and 43 losses on the road, in addition to having earned 35 victories in day games versus 40 in night games. They’ve scored 652 runs while allowing 729.
In contrast, the Yankees boast a stronger position in the 2024 American League East Division, standing at the top with a 93-67 record, leading to a .58 winning percentage. They are evenly matched in their division with a 26-26 record, have won 6 of their last 10 games, and are currently on a one-game losing streak. The team has a stronger performance on the road with a 50-31 record compared to 43-36 at home, and has seen greater success in night games with 60 wins against 33 in the day. Their offensive lineup has produced 805 runs and their pitchers have surrendered 655 runs.
Turning our attention to the betting odds for this matchup: the point spread favors the Yankees at -1.5, reflecting their home-field advantage and stronger season record. The over/under for the game is set at 7.5, signaling expectations for a moderately scoring game. For those looking to place money line bets, the odds are set at -134 for the Yankees and +114 for the Pirates. These figures suggest that while the Yankees are the favorites, the Pirates also have a significant chance to secure a win, potentially offering value for risky bettors.