Washington Nationals @ Pittsburgh Pirates Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 4/16/2025 6:40 PM EDT

We have your Washington Nationals @ Pittsburgh Pirates prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Pittsburgh Pirates hit the road to face the Washington Nationals.

Washington Nationals @ Pittsburgh Pirates Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Pittsburgh Pirates -134, Washington Nationals +114 (Bet Now).
Best Total Odds: Over/Under 8.5 runs (Bet Now).

Game Info

Date: April 16, 2025
Time: 6:40 PM EDT
Location: Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.
TV: -

Washington Nationals @ Pittsburgh Pirates Preview

The Washington Nationals and Pittsburgh Pirates meet for the second game of their series after the Nationals secured a 3-0 victory in the opener. Both teams are looking to gain momentum early in the season, with the Pirates sitting at 6-12 and the Nationals at 7-10. The Pirates will aim to bounce back offensively after being shut out, while the Nationals will look to build on their strong pitching performance from the previous game.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

In their last 10 meetings, the Nationals hold a slight edge with a 6-4 record against the Pirates. The Nationals have also won the last two matchups, including the 3-0 victory on April 15, 2025. Historically, the Nationals have performed well at home against the Pirates, leveraging their pitching depth to stifle Pittsburgh's offense.

Pick: Total Under 8.5 Runs

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The Nationals' pitching staff has been dominant in recent matchups against the Pirates, as evidenced by their shutout performance in the series opener. Additionally, the Pirates' offense has struggled to find consistency, which could lead to another low-scoring affair. With both teams showing limited offensive firepower, the Under 8.5 runs is a strong play.

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