There's been significant movement in the total betting line for tonight's Pirates/Phillies game, initially set at 9.5 and now adjusted to 9 after overnight wagers. I agree with this shift, favoring the Under for this matchup. Anticipating a pitchers' duel atmosphere, I foresee both starting pitchers pitching deep into this game making things easier for the bullpen.
While the Pirates' offense ignited early in the season, they've tapered off lately, scoring three runs or less in four of their last seven games. With Bailey Falter on the mound, fresh off an impressive outing against the Orioles, conceding just one hit over six shutout innings, he should stifle the Phillies' offense, especially considering their .200 batting average and weak .400 OPS against him.
Philadelphia's offense has struggled to find its rhythm this season, averaging only 3.9 runs per game. However, their pitching has held steady, with the starting rotation surrendering just 22 runs across 66.1 innings. Despite Christopher Sanchez's rocky start, he's poised for a rebound, particularly against a Pittsburgh lineup that has struggled, batting only .143 in 14 at-bats against him.
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Pick: Under 9 +100
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