Pirates vs. Braves prediction: Why Atlanta is favored to win Friday's MLB matchup [9/26/2025]

The Atlanta Braves will face the Pittsburgh Pirates in MLB action at Truist Park on Friday, starting at 7:15PM ET.

The Braves will have Joey Wentz (5-6, 5.46 ERA) as their starting pitcher, while the Pirates will counter with Mitch Keller (6-15, 4.22 ERA).

Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven MLB model projects the Braves as the most likely winner of today's game.

For further insights into Friday's matchup, including best bets and picks, visit our interactive Pirates vs. Braves predictions page.

Braves vs. Pirates prediction: Who will win, cover the run line?

Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Friday's MLB game between the Pirates and Braves 10,000 times as part of our MLB predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model currently gives the Braves a 60% chance of defeating the Pirates.

According to our model, the Pirates (+1.5) have a 58% chance of covering the run line, while the 8.5-run over/under has a 57% chance of going over.

Pirates vs. Braves odds [9/26/2025]

We have sourced the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Pirates	Braves
Run Line	+1.5 (-146)	-1.5 (+135)
Moneyline	+136	-158
Total	o8.5 (-120)	u8.5 (+100)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Pirates vs. Braves picks and best bets

Our model's strongest edge in today's Pirates vs. Braves matchup is on the run line.

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Pirates vs. Braves game-day updates and essential details

Friday's MLB matchup between the Braves and Pirates at Truist Park is scheduled to begin at 7:15PM ET.

• Who: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Atlanta Braves
• Date: Friday, September 26, 2025
• Time: 7:15PM ET/4:15PM PT
• Venue: Truist Park

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Conclusion

We predict the Braves, with a 60% win probability, will likely beat the Pirates on Friday.

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