Pirates vs. Astros Prediction: Astros Predicted to Win After New Data Released for Wednesday's MLB Game [7/31/2024]

MLB action continues on Wednesday at 8:10PM ET as the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the favored Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.

Framber Valdez (9-5, 3.43 ERA) will start on the mound for the Astros, while the Pirates will counter with Jake Woodford (0-2, 10.80 ERA).

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

"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Pirates-Astros game 10,000 times," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Astros' chance of winning at 69%, with the Pirates at 31%."

Pirates vs. Astros Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Wednesday's MLB matchup between the Astros and Pirates at Minute Maid Park is scheduled to start at 8:10PM ET.

• Who: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Houston Astros
• Date: Wednesday, July 31, 2024
• Time: 8:10PM ET/5:10PM PT
• Venue: Minute Maid Park
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster

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

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

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

Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's MLB game between the Pirates and Astros 10,000 times as part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model gives the Astros a 69% chance of beating the Pirates.

According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Pirates and Astros each have a 50% chance of covering the run line, while the over/under total of 8.5 runs has a 53% chance of staying under.

Pirates vs. Astros Odds [7/31/2024]

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

Bet Type	Pirates	Astros
Run Line	+1.5 (+100)	-1.5 (-110)
Moneyline	+195	-225
Total	o8.5 (+102)	u8.5 (-118)

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

Pirates vs. Astros Picks

Our model's strongest edge in the Pirates vs. Astros matchup is on the moneyline.

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Conclusion

We predict the Astros, with a 69% win probability, will likely beat the Pirates on Wednesday.

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