The New York Mets (42-43) and Pittsburgh Pirates (41-45) open a 4-game series Friday. First pitch from PNC Park is set for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s'lines around the Mets vs. Pirates odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: New York leads 3-0
New York lost 1-0 to the Washington Nationals Thursday while failing to cover as a -107 road favorite. The Mets have dropped back-to-back games, now falling to a below .500 record on the season.
Pittsburgh was handed a 3-2 loss in 10 innings by the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday while failing to cover as a -103 home favorite. The Pirates have lost 2 of their last 3.