Philadelphia Phillies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Game Preview: June 7, 2025

Saturday, June 7th, 2025

Philadelphia Phillies at Pittsburgh Pirates Game Preview (June 7, 2025)

Get ready for an MLB matchup as the Philadelphia Phillies visit the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 3:05 PM.

Game Details

Philadelphia Phillies (37-26, second in the NL East) at Pittsburgh Pirates (24-40, fifth in the NL Central)

Location: Pittsburgh

Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025

Time: 3:05 PM

Pitching Matchup

Phillies: Ranger Suarez (4-0, 2.72 ERA, 1.18 WHIP, 33 strikeouts)

Pirates: Andrew Heaney (3-4, 3.39 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 47 strikeouts)

Betting Odds

Phillies -180, Pirates +149; over/under is 8 runs

Team Overview

The Philadelphia Phillies currently hold a 37-26 overall record, placing them second in the NL East. They have been strong when outhitting opponents, boasting a 24-4 record in such games. On the road, the Phillies are looking to snap a three-game slide, currently holding an 18-14 away record.

The Pittsburgh Pirates are 24-40 overall and sit fifth in the NL Central. At home, the Pirates are 15-18. They have found success when their offense clicks, holding a 10-3 record in games where they score five or more runs.

Season Series

This will be the fifth meeting between these two clubs this season. The Phillies currently lead the season series 3-1.

Top Performers

For the Pirates, Bryan Reynolds has been a key contributor with nine doubles, a triple, eight home runs, and 36 RBI, hitting .237. Adam Frazier has been hot lately, going 14 for 38 with four doubles and a home run over his last 10 games.

Leading the Phillies offense is Kyle Schwarber, who boasts 19 home runs and a .550 slugging percentage. Nick Castellanos has also been performing well recently, hitting 13 for 36 with two home runs and three RBI over his last 10 appearances.

Recent Performance (Last 10 Games)

Pirates: 5-5 record, .246 batting average, 3.62 ERA. They have outscored opponents by four runs in this span.

Phillies: 3-7 record, .213 batting average, 5.87 ERA. They have been outscored by 25 runs over their last 10 games.

Injuries

Pirates: Endy Rodriguez (elbow, day-to-day), Joey Bart (concussion, 7-Day IL), Colin Holderman (thumb, 15-Day IL), Enmanuel Valdez (shoulder, 60-Day IL), Justin Lawrence (elbow, 60-Day IL), Tim Mayza (shoulder, 60-Day IL), Jared Jones (elbow, 60-Day IL), Johan Oviedo (elbow, 60-Day IL), Dauri Moreta (elbow, 60-Day IL).

Phillies: Bryce Harper (wrist, day-to-day), Aaron Nola (ankle, 15-Day IL).

In summary

The Philadelphia Phillies (37-26) visit the Pittsburgh Pirates (24-40) on June 7, 2025. The Phillies, second in the NL East, are favored (-180) despite a recent slump (3-7 in last 10 games) and a three-game road losing streak. They will send Ranger Suarez (4-0, 2.72 ERA) to the mound. The Pirates, last in the NL Central, are looking for a home win (15-18 at home) and will start Andrew Heaney (3-4, 3.39 ERA). Pittsburgh has a 5-5 record in their last 10 games. Philadelphia leads the season series 3-1. Key performers include Bryan Reynolds for Pittsburgh and Kyle Schwarber for Philadelphia. Both teams have notable players dealing with injuries, including Bryce Harper for the Phillies (day-to-day) and several pitchers on the 60-Day IL for the Pirates.

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