Pirates vs. Brewers Game Preview, Pitching & Odds - June 24, 2025

Tuesday, June 24th, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at American Family Field in Milwaukee. The game is scheduled to begin at 6:40 PM CT.

The Pirates enter the contest with a 32-48 record, placing them fifth in the NL Central. The Brewers hold a 43-36 record and are second in the NL Central. The Pirates lead the season series against the Brewers 3-2 going into Tuesday's game.

Pitching Matchup

Pittsburgh is scheduled to start left-hander Andrew Heaney (3-6, 3.94 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 61 strikeouts).

Milwaukee counters with right-hander Freddy Peralta (7-4, 2.76 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, 90 strikeouts).

Betting Information

The Brewers are favored at -207, while the Pirates are underdogs at +171. The over/under for the game is set at 7 1/2 runs.

Game Outlook

The Brewers have been strong at home this season with a 23-16 record in Milwaukee. They are particularly effective when hitting for power, holding a 16-1 record in games where they hit two or more home runs.

The Pirates have struggled on the road, posting a 12-27 record away from Pittsburgh. However, their pitching staff ranks fifth in the NL with a team ERA of 3.82.

Nick Gonzales of the Pirates had a strong performance in the previous game against the Brewers, collecting five hits.

Top Performers

For the Brewers, Christian Yelich leads the team with 15 home runs and holds a .459 slugging percentage. Sal Frelick has been hitting well recently, going 15 for 44 with three doubles and nine RBI over the last 10 games.

For the Pirates, Oneil Cruz leads the team with 24 extra-base hits, including 13 home runs. Andrew McCutchen has posted a .238 average over the past 10 games with two doubles, two home runs, and three RBI.

Recent Form

Over their last 10 games, the Brewers are 7-3 with a .321 batting average and a 3.94 ERA, outscoring opponents by 24 runs.

The Pirates are 4-6 in their last 10 games, posting a .238 batting average and a 4.04 ERA, and have been outscored by seven runs in that span.

Injuries

Brewers Injuries:

Brandon Woodruff (shoulder), Connor Thomas (elbow), Blake Perkins (shin), Garrett Mitchell (oblique), Nestor Cortes (elbow), Robert Gasser (elbow).

Pirates Injuries:

Ryan Borucki (back), Endy Rodriguez (elbow), Colin Holderman (thumb), Enmanuel Valdez (shoulder), Justin Lawrence (elbow), Tim Mayza (shoulder), Jared Jones (elbow), Johan Oviedo (elbow).

In summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates face the Milwaukee Brewers on June 24, 2025, at 6:40 PM CT in Milwaukee. The Brewers, second in the NL Central, host the fifth-place Pirates. Milwaukee sends Freddy Peralta to the mound against Pittsburgh's Andrew Heaney. The Brewers are favored and have a strong home record, particularly when hitting home runs. Pittsburgh leads the season series 3-2 despite a challenging road record. Key players include Christian Yelich and Sal Frelick for the Brewers, and Oneil Cruz and Andrew McCutchen for the Pirates. Both teams are dealing with significant injury lists.

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