On August 11, 2024, Dodger Stadium sets the stage for a riveting contest as the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at 4:10 PM under clear skies. The pitching duel will see Bailey Falter of the Pirates, holding a 3.87 ERA, go head-to-head with the Dodgers’ Tyler Glasnow, who carries a slightly better 3.543 ERA.
In terms of standing, the Pirates are currently 11th in the NL Central Division with a history this season of 56-60, translating to a .48 winning percentage. Despite their struggles, they have a solid intra-division record of 17-15, placing them fourth. Lately, the team’s form has dipped, with only two wins in their last 10 games, and they are presently caught in a six-game losing streak. Their record shows a balance between their home and away games, and an evenly matched performance in day and night games, with a scoring of 488 runs against 508 runs allowed.
Conversely, the Dodgers are positioned better in the NL West Division, ranking second with a commendable 68-49 record, reflecting a .58 winning percentage. They lead their division based on their 21-18 record in divisional games and have won five of their last 10 contests, currently riding a two-game winning streak. The Dodgers demonstrate strength at home with a 37-22 record and have scored an impressive 576 runs while conceding 480.
Turning to the odds, the Dodgers are the favorites. The point spread sets them at -1.5, with an over/under of 8.5. Betting on the Dodgers might seem more appealing with a moneyline of -265, reflecting their stronger season performance, while the Pirates are positioned as noticeable underdogs with a moneyline of +217. These figures suggest a controlled Dodgers victory might be anticipated, but the Pirates could present a surprise, especially under the pressure of breaking their losing streak.