The upcoming MLB encounter on September 25, 2024, features the Milwaukee Brewers taking on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, set to start at 6:40 PM, under a forecast of light rain. This match pits Freddy Peralta of the Brewers, who carries a 3.689 ERA, against Luis L. Ortiz of the Pirates, with a 3.448 ERA. As the season progresses, the Brewers currently occupy the 4th position in the 2024 NL Central Division with a record of 90-67, reflecting a winning percentage of 0.57. They have won 31 of their 50 divisional games, ranking first in this category. The team’s performance has been consistent with a current streak of two consecutive wins and a record of 5-5 in their last 10 games. Their road performance stands at 45-34, closely matching their home record. The Brewers have scored 757 runs and allowed 628. On the other side, the Pirates sit in 12th place in the division, holding a 73-84 record, which equates to a 0.46 winning percentage. They are currently fifth in their division with 24 wins and 26 losses. Their recent form includes 3 wins in the last 10 games, and they have a losing streak of one game. At home, the Pirates have a 38-41 record while being 35-43 on the road. They have managed 644 runs scored versus 721 allowed. As for the betting odds, the Brewers are favored with an away team money line of -153, while the Pirates are listed at +130. The point spread is set at 1.5, with an over/under of 7.5, suggesting expectations of a tightly contested matchup. This game holds significant importance, especially for the Brewers as they continue their pursuit in the division standings and aim to solidify their playoff positioning. Gamblers should note the close odds, reflective of a potentially closely contested battle under unpredictable weather conditions.