Rays vs. Pirates Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Rays vs. Pirates MLB game on April 18, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Rays
Drew Rasmussen 1-0, 1.13 ERA
8
7
Apr 18, 3:30 PM ET PNC Park
Pirates
Paul Skenes 3-1, 4.00 ERA
Apr 18, 3:30 PM ET PNC Park
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 RHE
Rays
5 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 8 15 0
Pirates
0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 7 7 2
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Rays
    100%
  • Pirates
    0%
Win Probability
Baseball infield diamond diagram
Last At Bat
Outs
Joey Bart strikes out swinging.
Quick Box Score
Rays Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 C. Simpson LF7020001.2860.572
2 J. Caminero 3B7121000.2860.715
3 R. Vilade 1B1000000.0000.000
4 Y. Díaz DH5110003.2000.533
5 J. DeLuca RF4222000.5001.250
6 C. Mullins CF5123101.4001.400
7 B. Williamson 2B4010001.2500.500
8 N. Fortes C2010010.5001.250
9 T. Walls SS6100004.0000.000
Pirates Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 O. Cruz CF6010001.1670.500
2 B. Lowe 2B5100011.0000.167
3 B. Reynolds RF3100011.0000.500
4 J. Mangum LF1100001.0000.500
5 M. Ozuna DH6122102.3331.166
6 N. Yorke 3B6111002.1670.334
7 S. Horwitz 1B4000022.0000.333
8 K. Griffin SS6012002.1670.334
9 J. Bart C1000001.0000.000

Rays vs. Pirates: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Rays vs. Pirates
  • Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
  • Time: 3:30 PM ET
  • Venue: PNC Park

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Pirates favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 7.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Rays +141, Pirates -141

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Rays: 41%
  • Pirates: 59%

Dimers' predictive 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 Rays a win probability of 41%, while the Pirates have a win probability of 59%. Discover the best spread, over/under, and moneyline odds for the game on this page.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Pirates are more likely to beat the Rays in the MLB game at PNC Park on Saturday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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