Pittsburgh Pirates at Atlanta Braves Picks and Prediction for Saturday, September 27, 2025

By: Garrett Beaverson Published 09/27/2025, 12:45 AM ET
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The Pittsburgh Pirates (69–90) will visit Truist Park to take on the Atlanta Braves (75–84) on Saturday, September 27, 2025. First pitch is expected around 7:15 PM ET. Neither team is in playoff contention, so this game represents a chance to build momentum, evaluate depth, and finish the regular season on a high note. Get in on the action with our free MLB picks.

Pirates Analysis

Pittsburgh comes in with a struggling offense but some bright spots in their rotation and individual performances.

Key Player Stats & Team Metrics:

  • Offense: Bryan Reynolds leads the team with 140 hits, combining power and contact. Oneil Cruz has hit 20 homers and put up 61 RBIs, while also swiping bases (38). mAndrew McCutchen has  112 hits and 22 doubles on the year.

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  • Team Metrics: The Pirates as a team are batting around .230, with an OBP near .304 and slugging ~ .349. The pitching staff maintains a ~ 3.79 ERA and a WHIP in the ~ 1.22 range.

Braves Analysis

Atlanta enters with more stability in their offense and depth to test Pittsburgh’s pitchers and bullpen.

Key Player Stats & Team Metrics:

  • Offense: Matt Olson has been the main bat, with ~ 167 hits, 28 home runs, and 93 RBIs. Michael Harris II has chipped in with 19 home runs and 85 RBIs on ~ 148 hits, plus some speed (stolen bases).   Ozzie Albies, Marcell Ozuna, and Drake Baldwin provide additional pop and offensive balance.

  • Team Metrics: The Braves are hitting around .246 with an OBP of ~.321 and slugging ~.400. The pitching staff’s ERA is in the mid-3s to low 4s range with a WHIP near 1.30.

Standout Players and Key Injuries / Notes

Pirates:

  • Mitch Keller is under pressure; his ability to limit damage early will be crucial.

  • Bryan Reynolds remains the most consistent bat in the lineup.

  • Oneil Cruz offers power and speed; if he gets going, he can change momentum.

Braves:

  • Matt Olson is always a threat and likely a target for Keller.

  • Michael Harris II and Ozzie Albies will try to keep Wentz from falling behind in counts.

  • No major injuries have been widely reported for either team heading into this matchup.

Prediction Reasoning

Even though both teams are out of postseason contention, this game matters for pride, roster evaluation, and individual turns. The Braves have the edge in lineup consistency and offensive depth. Pittsburgh’s offense has too many holes. If the Braves’ bullpen holds up, they should pull away in the late innings.

Final Score Projection: Braves 6, Pirates 4

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