Philadelphia Phillies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Phillies Predicted to Win Following New Analysis for Saturday's MLB Game [7/20/2024]

The Pittsburgh Pirates will face the Philadelphia Phillies in MLB action at PNC Park on Saturday, commencing at 6:40PM ET.

The Pirates will start Luis L. Ortiz (4-2, 2.84 ERA), while the Phillies will counter with Cristopher Sánchez (7-4, 2.96 ERA).

Phillies vs. Pirates Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Saturday's MLB matchup between the Pirates and Phillies at PNC Park is scheduled to begin at 6:40PM ET.

• Who: Philadelphia Phillies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
• Date: Saturday, July 20, 2024
• Time: 6:40PM ET/3:40PM PT
• Venue: PNC Park
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster

Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Saturday's Phillies vs. Pirates matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Pirates vs. Phillies picks, be sure to check out the latest MLB predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Phillies vs. Pirates Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Run Line?

Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven MLB model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Phillies as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Phillies-Pirates game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Phillies are more likely to win, while the Pirates have a lower chance of victory." Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's MLB matchup between the Phillies and Pirates 10,000 times as part of our MLB picks coverage.

Our famous predictive model gives the Phillies a 59% chance of beating the Pirates.

According to our model, the Pirates (+1.5) have a 54% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 8.5 runs has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

Phillies vs. Pirates Odds [7/20/2024]

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Phillies	Pirates
Run Line	-1.5 (+105)	+1.5 (-110)
Moneyline	-162	+145
Total	o8.5 (-118)	u8.5 (+100)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Phillies vs. Pirates Picks

Our model's biggest edge in today's Phillies vs. Pirates matchup is on the over/under.

Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best MLB bets for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Calling Our Shot: Best Bets

Calling Our Shot produces daily MLB betting content, including the latest best bets featured below.

Conclusion

We predict the Phillies, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Pirates on Saturday.

AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Phillies vs. Pirates insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

Note: Clicking links to our partners may earn us a referral fee.

Sports Betting Deal Available for Today:

To make the most of this weekend''s sports including the golf, MLB, and racing across the F1 and NASCAR, check out the latest Bet365 bonus code DIMERS that unlocks the choice of two extraordinary signup promos.

More on MLB

Stay informed with the latest MLB news and our data-led MLB parlay picks all season long. Plus, our World Series odds give you the most up-to-date projections and the best available odds on the World Series, American League, National League, and each division.