The Pittsburgh Pirates (54-88) and Cincinnati Reds (56-85) close out a 4-game NL Central series with a Wednesday matinee at Great American Ball Park, First pitch is slated for 12:35 p.m. ET. Let's analyze Tipico Sportsbook's lines around the Pirates vs. Reds odds'with'MLB picks and predictions.
Season series: Pittsburgh leads 8-7
The Pirates have taken the first 3 games of this series which included a doubleheader Tuesday. Pittsburgh has allowed just 4 runs in this series, and that solid pitching is part of a recent trend — it’s logged a 3.68 ERA since Aug. 28.
The Reds have lost 5 straight games. They have struggled at home in the back half of the season. Cincinnati is 7-12 across its last 19 contests at Great American Ball Park.