- The Pirates are -190 favorites vs the Angels
- Angels vs Pirates Over / Under today: 8.5 Runs
- Angels / Pirates TV Channel: ATV
The Los Angeles Angels (+155) visit PNC Park to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates (-190) on September 4, 2026. First pitch is scheduled for 6:45 pm in Pittsburgh, PA.
This season, the Angels are against the spread (ATS), while the Pirates are ATS.
Angels vs Pirates Starting Pitchers Today:
- Angels starting pitcher: Ryan Johnson 3-7, 5.50 ERA
- Pirates starting pitcher: Jared Jones 2-6, 4.83 ERA
Angels vs. Pirates Odds, Run Line, Over/Under & Moneyline
| Spread | Over / Under | Moneyline | |
| Angels | +1.5 -135 | O 8.5 -118 | +155 |
| Pirates | -1.5 +110 | U 8.5 -102 | -190 |
Angels vs Pirates Prediction for Today’s Game
Based on recent trends the model predicts the Pirates will win Friday‘s MLB game with 63.3% confidence, factoring in game simulations, recent player performances, starting pitchers and injuries.
Bet now on Angels vs Pirates and all games with BetMGM
We’ve highlighted some favorite MLB player prop bets for Angels players for Friday‘s game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Angels Player Prop Bets Today:
- Moisรฉs Ballesteros has hit the Hits Runs and RBIs Under in 20 of his last 25 away games (+13.75 Units / 40% ROI)
- Vaughn Grissom has hit the Home Runs Over in 2 of his last 8 games (+11.00 Units / 138% ROI)
- Moisรฉs Ballesteros has hit the Runs Under in 13 of his last 15 away games (+8.40 Units / 25% ROI)
- Oswald Peraza has hit the Total Bases Under in 16 of his last 25 games (+8.30 Units / 32% ROI)
- Oswald Peraza has hit the Hits Under in 16 of his last 25 games (+8.20 Units / 32% ROI)
And here are some favorite MLB player prop bets for Pirates players for Friday‘s game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
Best Pirates Player Prop Best Bets Today:
- Spencer Horwitz has hit the Runs Under in 20 of his last 25 games (+14.00 Units / 34% ROI)
- Oneil Cruz has hit the Hits Runs and RBIs Over in 19 of his last 25 games (+12.90 Units / 45% ROI)
- Oneil Cruz has hit the RBIs Over in his last 8 games at home (+12.45 Units / 156% ROI)
- Jared Triolo has hit the Total Bases Under in 16 of his last 25 games at home (+9.45 Units / 35% ROI)
- Brandon Lowe has hit the Home Runs Over in 3 of his last 9 games at home (+9.10 Units / 101% ROI)
Angels Best Bets Today:
- The Los Angeles Angels have hit the Game Total Under in 32 of their last 45 games (+18.50 Units / 37% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Angels have hit the Team Total Under in 31 of their last 45 games (+16.55 Units / 32% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Angels have hit the 1st Five Innings (F5) Moneyline in 14 of their last 35 games (+4.40 Units / 12% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Angels have hit the 1st Five Innings (F5) Team Total Under in 8 of their last 12 games (+3.70 Units / 25% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Angels have covered the Run Line in 5 of their last 6 away games (+3.45 Units / 37% ROI)
Pirates Best Bets Today:
- The Pittsburgh Pirates have hit the Game Total Over in 25 of their last 40 games at home (+11.00 Units / 25% ROI)
- The Pittsburgh Pirates have hit the Team Total Under in 24 of their last 40 games (+6.50 Units / 14% ROI)
- The Pittsburgh Pirates have hit the 1st Five Innings (F5) Team Total Under in 12 of their last 18 games at home (+5.10 Units / 22% ROI)
- The Pittsburgh Pirates have covered the 1st Five Innings (F5) Run Line in 4 of their last 5 games (+3.00 Units / 51% ROI)
- The Pittsburgh Pirates have hit the Moneyline in 4 of their last 5 games (+2.60 Units / 36% ROI)
Angels Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this season, the Angels are against the Run Line ( Units / ROI).
- away moneyline record when betting on the Moneyline for ML units Units / ML ROI ROI
- away total over record when betting on the total runs Over for over units Units / over ROI ROI
- away total under record when betting on the total runs Under for under units Units / under ROI ROI
Pirates Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this season, the Pirates are against the Run Line ( Units / ROI).
- home moneyline record when betting on the Moneyline for ML units Units / ML ROI ROI
- home total over record when betting on the total runs Over for over units Units / over ROI ROI
- home total under record when betting on the total runs Under for under units Units / under ROI ROI
Angels Keys to the Game vs. the Pirates
The Angels are just 46-11 (.807) when leading entering the 9th inning this season — lowest in MLB.
The Angels are just 4-15 (.211) when tied entering the 8th inning this season — lowest in MLB.
The Angels are just 51-81 (.386) when allowing 5 or more extra base hits this season — lowest in MLB.
The Angels are just 19-34 (.358) after a win this season — tied for lowest in MLB.
Pirates Keys to the Game vs. the Angels
The Pirates are just 6-34 (.150) when allowing 10 or more hits this season — 2nd lowest in MLB.
The Pirates are just 10-23 (.303) when their opponents score in the first inning this season — 4th lowest in MLB.
The Pirates are just 29-39 (.426) after a win this season — 5th lowest in MLB.
The Pirates are just 19-53 (.264) when their opponents score in the first inning since the 2025 season — 3rd lowest in MLB.
Angels Hitting Stats & Trends
Angels hitters are slugging just .331 at home this season — lowest in MLB.
Angels hitters have struck out in 25% of their PA’s against RHP this season — 2nd highest in MLB.
Angels hitters have an OPS of just .628 (2,707 PA’s) at home this season — lowest in MLB.
Angels hitters have an OBP of just .298 (2,707 PA’s) at home this season — lowest in MLB.
Pirates Hitting Stats & Trends
Pirates hitters have struck out in 26% of their PA’s against LHP this season — highest in MLB.
Pirates hitters have an OBP of .350 (2,679 PA’s) at home this season — best in MLB.
The Pirates are batting .271 at home this season — best in MLB.
Pirates hitters have put just 34% of their swings in play against LHP this season — 2nd lowest in MLB.
Angels Pitching Stats & Trends
Angels pitchers have walked 11% of batters this season — 2nd highest in MLB.
Opponents have a miss rate of 28% against Angels pitchers this season — 2nd best in MLB.
The Angels have won just 21% of games in which their opponents scored first this season — lowest in MLB.
In games when their opponents have scored three or more runs in an inning, the Angels won just 12% of the time this season — lowest in MLB.
Pirates Pitching Stats & Trends
Pirates pitchers have walked 10% of batters when facing the leadoff batter in the inning this season — 3rd highest in MLB.
The Pirates have won just 24% of games in which their opponents scored first this season — 3rd lowest in MLB.
The Pirates have won just 17% of road games in which their opponents scored first this season — tied for 5th lowest in MLB.
Pirates pitchers have an ERA of 4.51 (633.0 IP) at home this season — 4th highest in MLB.
More MLB Reading:
Bet now on Angels vs Pirates and all games with BetMGM
Bet on MLB Odds at BetMGM
Sportsbook promos are always available at BetMGM. For new customers, check out the sportsbook welcome offer and BetMGM Refer a Friend. For existing customers, there are Odds Boosts, Parlay Boosts, contests and more.
The content provided in this blog is intended for entertainment purposes only. All views and opinions expressed are the authors and reflect their individual perspectives on sports, betting, and related topics. This content should not be considered professional betting advice or the official views of BetMGM LLC. Please gamble responsibly. If you or someone you know is experiencing issues related to gambling, seek help from a licensed health professional. This blog is not liable for any losses, damages, or consequences resulting from betting activities.






