Pittsburgh is 9-2 in its last 11 games as the offense moves forward. The Pirates had one of the worst offenses in MLB last year, but rank seventh in batting average (.250), ninth in home runs (18) and eighth in walks (70) this season.
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Washington’s three-game winning streak was snapped yesterday with an 11-run loss. The Nationals allowed a 10-run inning in the loss and are looking to bounce back on the road. In losses, Washington has been outscored by 41 runs this season and that was the fourth game it has lost by at least five runs.
Let’s dive into the matchup and sweat a little.
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Game details and how to watch the Nationals on Pirates
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Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
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Network/Streaming: MLB TV
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Odds for the Nationals against the Pirates
The latest odds through Tuesday:
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Money line: Washington Nationals (+153), Pittsburgh Pirates (-186)
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Spread: Nationals +1.5 (-136), Pirates -1.5 (+113)
Probable Nationals starting pitchers at Pirates
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Tuesday’s Pitching Showdown (April 13): Miles Mikolas vs. Mitch Keller
2026 Stats: 12.1 IP, 0-3, 12.41 ERA, 2.35 WHIP, 11 Ks, 7 BB
2026 Stats: 18.0 IP, 1-0, 1.00 ERA, 0.94 WHIP, 11 Ks, 5 BB
Who’s hot? Who doesn’t?
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The Nationals James Madera He is hitting .277 with 18 hits, 39 total bases and five home runs in 65 at-bats.
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The Nationals Nasim Nuñez He is hitting .204 with 10 hits and 12 strikeouts in 49 at-bats.
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The Pirates oneil cruz he is batting .355 with 22 hits, 40 total bases and seven stolen bases in 62 at-bats.
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The Pirates Marcelo Ozuna He is hitting .070 with three hits, 12 strikeouts and five walks in 43 at-bats.
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Top Betting Trends and Information to Know Ahead of Nationals at Pirates
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Nationals 10-6 ATS this season
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The Pirates are 11-5 ATS this season
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The Nationals are 12-4 against the Over this season
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The Pirates are 10-6 in favor of the Over this season
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Expert picks and predictions for tonight’s game between the Nationals and Pirates
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Here are the best bets our model projects for Tuesday’s game between the Nationals and Pirates.
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Moneyline: NBC Sports Bet recommends a play about the Pirates on Moneyline.
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Spread: NBC Sports Bet is leaning towards a game ATS over the Pirates at -1.5.
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Total: NBC Sports Bet recommends an underplay in the game total of 7.5
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