Atlanta Braves vs Pittsburgh Pirates Prediction & Picks - MLB

Prediction published on 9/28/25, 11:17 AM  by Lou Aguila | Modified on 9/29/25 at 5:05 AM in MLB Picks

The Atlanta Braves and the Pittsburgh Pirates will duke it out in their final game of the season on Sunday at Truist Park.

In their last three meetings, the Braves and the Pirates have combined for an average of 7.6 runs per game. The total for this game is set at 7.5 runs.

Current Form:

The Braves have lost their last three games, including Saturday’s 1-3 loss to the Pirates in Game 2 of their series. Atlanta, which will finish this season at fourth place in the NL East, has averaged 4.4 runs per game and pitched to a 4.60 ERA in their last five games.

The Pirates have won four of their last five games, enhancing their record to 71-90. Although they remain one of the worst teams in the National League, Pittsburgh has shown through its 2025 MLB season that it has incredibly high potential, especially on the mound, where it has maintained a 3.76 ERA. Over the last five games, the Pirates have posted a 1.96 ERA and averaged 4.0 runs per game on a .243 BA.