Pirates vs Dodgers Prediction and MLB Tips - 4 September 2025
Last updated: Sep 3, 2025, 10:42PM | Published: Sep 2, 2025, 7:32PM
The Pittsburgh Pirates will take on the Los Angeles Dodgers in MLB action at PNC Park on Thursday, beginning at 8:40am AEST.
The Pirates will have Braxton Ashcraft (4-2, 2.58 ERA) start, while the Dodgers will counter with Emmet Sheehan (5-2, 3.56 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pirates vs Dodgers game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Pittsburgh vs LA Dodgers MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Dodgers a 59% chance of beating the Pirates at PNC Park.
Pirates vs Dodgers: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at PNC Park are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pirates $2.40, Dodgers $1.60
- Line: Pirates +1.5 ($1.84), Dodgers -1.5 ($2.00)
- Total (Over/Under 8.5 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 $2.40 and the Dodgers at $1.60.
The Pirates are 1.5-run underdogs against the Dodgers, with odds of $1.84 available at TAB.
For the favourite Dodgers (-1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $2.00.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pirates (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 8.5-run over/under is expected to stay under 53% of the time.
Pirates vs Dodgers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Pittsburgh at $2.40 with TAB
- Line: Pirates +1.5 at $1.84 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Our Pirates vs Dodgers predictions are based on market-leading modelling and gambling experience to give you the best possible advice every time.
While the Dodgers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pirates to win is our recommended option because of the 1.4% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to being profitable in the long run.
Pirates vs Dodgers: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Pittsburgh vs LA Dodgers game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and live scorestips.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting analysis before the Pittsburgh vs LA Dodgers game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for the best tips on every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pirates vs Dodgers: Essential Details
The game between the Pirates and Dodgers at PNC Park is scheduled to begin at 8:40am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Pittsburgh Pirates vs Los Angeles Dodgers
- Date: Thursday 4 September 2025
- Time: 8:40am AEST
- Venue: PNC Park
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Pittsburgh vs LA Dodgers predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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