Pirates vs Blue Jays Prediction and MLB Tips - 19 August 2025
Last updated: Aug 18, 2025, 10:43PM | Published: Aug 17, 2025, 7:31PM
The Pittsburgh Pirates will sqaure off with the Toronto Blue Jays in MLB action at PNC Park on Tuesday, starting at 8:40am AEST.
The Pirates will have Paul Skenes (7-9, 2.13 ERA) start, while the Blue Jays will counter with Kevin Gausman (8-9, 3.78 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Pirates vs Blue Jays game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Tuesday's Pittsburgh vs Toronto MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Blue Jays a 51% chance of beating the Pirates at PNC Park.
Pirates vs Blue Jays: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's MLB game at PNC Park are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pirates $1.87, Blue Jays $1.95
- Line: Pirates -1.5 ($2.90), Blue Jays +1.5 ($1.43)
- Total (Over/Under 7 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Pirates at $1.87 and the Blue Jays at $1.95.
The Pirates are 1.5-run favourites against the Blue Jays, with odds of $2.90 available at TAB.
For the underdog Blue Jays (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.43.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 7 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Blue Jays (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 69% of the time, while the 7-run over/under is expected to stay under 53% of the time.
Pirates vs Blue Jays: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Toronto at $1.95 with TAB
- Line: Blue Jays +1.5 at $1.43 with TAB
- Total Runs: Over 7 at $1.91 with TAB
Our Pirates vs Blue Jays predictions are based on market-leading simulations and gambling intelligence to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
Despite the Under being more likely to hit in this game, Over 7 is our best bet because of the better odds ($1.91) that are available from TAB.
Pirates vs Blue Jays: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Pittsburgh vs Toronto game on Tuesday, including data-driven predictions and free tips.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Pittsburgh vs Toronto game.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips on every MLB game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pirates vs Blue Jays: Essential Details
The game between the Pirates and Blue Jays at PNC Park is scheduled to commence at 8:40am AEST on Tuesday.
- Teams: Pittsburgh Pirates vs Toronto Blue Jays
- Date: Tuesday 19 August 2025
- Time: 8:40am AEST
- Venue: PNC Park
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Pittsburgh vs Toronto predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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