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Nationals vs. Pirates prediction, odds, time: 2026 MLB picks for Thursday, April 16 from proven model
TL;DR
The Pittsburgh Pirates face the Washington Nationals on April 16, 2026, with the Pirates favored at -157. First pitch is at 12:35 p.m. ET, and the over/under is set at 8.5.
Key points
- Pittsburgh Pirates are 11-7 this season.
- Washington Nationals are 8-10 this season.
- First pitch is at 12:35 p.m. ET.
- Pirates are favored at -157 on the money line.
- Over/under is set at 8.5 runs.
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The Pittsburgh Pirates go for the series win when they take on the visiting Washington Nationals in the last of their four-game set on Thursday. Pittsburgh is coming off a 2-0 win over Washington on Wednesday. The Nationals (8-10), who have won four of their last six games, are 7-5 on the road this season. The Pirates (11-7), who have won four of their last six, are 6-3 on their home field.
First pitch from PNC Park in Pittsburgh is set for 12:35 p.m. ET. The Pirates lead the all-time series 345-320, but the teams have split their last 12 meetings. Pittsburgh is a -157 favorite on the money line (risk $157 to win $100) in the latest Nationals vs. Pirates odds, while the over/under, is 8.5. Before making any Pirates vs. Nationals picks, be sure to see the Nationals vs. Pirates predictions and betting advice from SportsLine's proven computer model.
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Q&A
What are the odds for the Nationals vs. Pirates game on April 16, 2026?
The Pirates are favored at -157 on the money line for the game against the Nationals.
What time does the Nationals vs. Pirates game start on April 16, 2026?
The game is scheduled to start at 12:35 p.m. ET.
How have the Nationals and Pirates performed recently?
Both teams have won four of their last six games, with the Nationals at 8-10 and the Pirates at 11-7.
What is the over/under for the Nationals vs. Pirates game?
The over/under for the game is set at 8.5 runs.
