The Pirates are 10-30 since returning from the All-Star Break. They once again find themselves trying to break another losing streak, having lost four straight. Pittsburgh has also lost eight straight at home, only scoring an average of 1.75 runs per game in these losses. Brad Keller is 4-10 and even worse at home, going 0-6 with a 4.48 ERA and 1.52 WHIP. Meanwhile, Tiajuan Walker is 10-3 and holds a 3.45 ERA and 1.21 WHIP. The Mets need to bounce back from their series loss against the Nats, as the Braves only sit one game behind them in the NL East. Assuming the Mets' offense can heat back up, they should take advantage of this series against one of the worst teams in the league. Take the Mets on the run line at -130.

On the road, the Mets are heavy favorites against the lowly Pirates. Poor run support has plagued New York RHP Taijuan Walker in his last three starts, with the team losing each contest. After consecutive losses against Washington, look for the Mets to get back on track in a big way versus Pittsburgh. Take New York -1.5 runs at -130.