Pirates vs. Dodgers: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Pirates vs. Dodgers MLB game on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Pirates
Jared Jones 2-5, 4.78 ERA
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UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium
Dodgers
Tarik Skubal 7-7, 2.85 ERA
UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium
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Pirates
3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 6 1
Dodgers
0 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 X 4 7 0
Live Probabilities
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  • Pirates
    0%
  • Dodgers
    100%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
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Nick Yorke pops out to second base to Tommy Edman.
Quick Box Score
Pirates Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 N. Gonzales 2B4000002.0000.000
2 B. Cook RF0000000.0000.000
3 B. Reynolds DH4110002.2500.500
4 O. Cruz CF4112003.2501.000
5 R. Flores 1B4001002.0000.000
6 J. Mangum LF4000003.0000.000
7 N. Yorke 3B4010001.2500.500
8 J. Triolo SS3010000.3330.666
9 H. Davis C2000001.0000.000
Dodgers Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 S. Ohtani DH3000022.0000.400
2 F. Freeman 1B3010011.3330.833
3 M. Betts SS3100001.0000.250
4 M. Muncy 3B32300101.0002.667
5 T. Edman 2B3000011.0000.250
6 K. Tucker RF4112000.2500.500
7 E. Hernández LF0000000.0000.000
8 A. Thomas CF4011002.2500.500
9 B. Rortvedt C4000000.0000.000

Pirates vs. Dodgers: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Saturday

  • Teams: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. LA Dodgers Dodgers
  • Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
  • Time: 7:15PM ET
  • Venue: UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Pirates (+1.5, +111), Dodgers (-1.5, -113)
  • Moneyline: Pirates +250, Dodgers -245
  • Total (Over/Under): 7.5 runs (-104/+100)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Pirates: 28.4%
  • Dodgers: 71.6%

Dimers' predictive MLB model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Pirates a win probability of 28.4%, while the Dodgers have a win probability of 71.6%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Dodgers are more likely to beat the Pirates in the MLB game at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium on Saturday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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