Reds vs. Pirates Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Reds vs. Pirates MLB game on May 2, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Reds
Rhett Lowder 3-1, 3.18 ERA
7
17
May 2, 4:05 PM ET PNC Park
Pirates
Carmen Mlodzinski 1-2, 4.13 ERA
May 2, 4:05 PM ET PNC Park
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Reds
2 1 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 7 11 0
Pirates
5 5 0 5 0 0 0 2 X 17 19 0
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Reds
    0%
  • Pirates
    100%
Win Probability
Baseball infield diamond diagram
Last At Bat
Outs
Sal Stewart flies out to center field to Oneil Cruz.
Quick Box Score
Reds Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 R. Hinds RF1000001.0000.000
2 J. Bleday LF4322111.5002.100
3 M. McLain SS2000001.0000.000
4 S. Stewart 2B5000002.0000.000
5 N. Lowe DH4023002.5001.250
6 S. Steer 1B4010001.2500.500
7 W. Benson CF4221101.5002.000
8 T. Stephenson C4020001.5001.250
9 K. Hayes 3B4000002.0000.000
Pirates Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 O. Cruz CF6221002.3330.666
2 J. Triolo 3B1000000.0000.000
3 J. Mangum LF0100000.0001.000
4 B. Cook RF10100001.0002.000
5 N. Gonzales 2B5122011.4000.900
6 M. Ozuna DH5333012.6001.667
7 S. Horwitz 1B5023010.4001.100
8 K. Griffin SS5142010.8002.233
9 H. Davis C6001001.0000.000

Reds vs. Pirates: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Reds vs. Pirates
  • Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
  • Time: 4:05 PM ET
  • Venue: PNC Park

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Pirates favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Reds +127, Pirates -125

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Reds: 43%
  • Pirates: 57%

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 Reds a win probability of 43%, while the Pirates have a win probability of 57%. 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 Reds 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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