Chicago @ Pittsburgh Picks & Props

When it comes to his overall offensive skill, Bryan Reynolds ranks in the 94th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Bryan Reynolds is penciled in 2nd on the lineup card in this game. PNC Park grades out as the #5 stadium in baseball for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Jeimer Candelario in the 78th percentile when assessing his overall offensive talent. The leading projection system (THE BAT) profiles PNC Park as the 5th-best ballpark in the league for left-handed base hits. PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Jeimer Candelario has seen a big improvement in his exit velocity lately; just compare his 91.2-mph average over the past week to his seasonal 88.4-mph average.

PNC Park grades out as the #5 stadium in baseball for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Alika Williams will have the handedness advantage over Justin Steele in today's game. Home field advantage typically improves batter stats across the board, and Alika Williams will hold that advantage today.

Homers are generally less common at fields with deep fences, and PNC Park has the 8th-deepest among all major league stadiums. Andre Jackson will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Nico Hoerner in today's game. Among every team playing today, the 3rd-strongest infield defense is that of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Nico Hoerner will be at a disadvantage playing on the visting team in today's matchup. Nico Hoerner's exit velocity on flyballs has fallen off lately; his 87.5-mph seasonal EV has dropped to 83.5-mph over the past week.

The leading projection system (THE BAT) profiles PNC Park as the 5th-best ballpark in the league for left-handed base hits. PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 3rd-highest level of all games on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The Chicago Cubs don't have any same-handed relief pitchers in their bullpen, so Jack Suwinski is guaranteed to hold the platoon advantage against every reliever the entire game. Extreme groundball bats like Jack Suwinski tend to perform better against extreme flyball pitchers like Justin Steele.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Alfonso Rivas in the 79th percentile when it comes to his BABIP talent. The leading projection system (THE BAT) profiles PNC Park as the 5th-best ballpark in the league for left-handed base hits. PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The Chicago Cubs don't have any same-handed relievers in their bullpen, so Alfonso Rivas is guaranteed to hold the platoon advantage against every reliever the entire game.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Nick Madrigal in the 97th percentile when assessing his batting average skill. PNC Park grades out as the #5 stadium in baseball for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). There has been a significant improvement in Nick Madrigal's launch angle from last season's -0.4° to 3.8° this year.

Endy Rodriguez has primarily hit in the back-half of the batting order this season (91% of the time), but he is projected to hit 5th in the lineup in this matchup. PNC Park grades out as the #5 stadium in baseball for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). The switch-hitting Endy Rodriguez will get to bat from his better side (0) today against Justin Steele.

PNC Park grades out as the #5 stadium in baseball for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Vinny Capra will hold the platoon advantage over Justin Steele today. Vinny Capra will possess the home field advantage today, which figures to boost all of his stats.

PNC Park grades out as the #5 stadium in baseball for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Yan Gomes's average exit velocity has risen significantly from last season to this one, averaging 87.2-mph now compared to just 85.1-mph then. Checking in at the 75th percentile, Yan Gomes has posted a .270 batting average this year.

Connor Joe is projected to hit 3rd in the batting order in this game. PNC Park grades out as the #5 stadium in baseball for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Connor Joe will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Justin Steele in today's game.

The leading projection system (THE BAT) profiles PNC Park as the 5th-best ballpark in the league for left-handed base hits. PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Mike Tauchman will hold the platoon advantage over Andre Jackson in today's matchup. By putting up a 1.59 K/BB rate this year, Mike Tauchman has demonstrated impressive plate discipline, placing in the 88th percentile.

Cody Bellinger is projected to hit 4th on the lineup card today. The leading projection system (THE BAT) profiles PNC Park as the 5th-best ballpark in the league for left-handed base hits. PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of all games on the slate at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Cody Bellinger will receive the benefit of the platoon advantage against Andre Jackson in today's game.

PNC Park grades out as the #5 stadium in baseball for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 3rd-highest level of all games on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts). Liover Peguero will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Justin Steele today. Home field advantage generally boosts batter stats in all categories, and Liover Peguero will hold that advantage in today's matchup.

When assessing his overall offensive talent, Andrew McCutchen ranks in the 87th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Andrew McCutchen is penciled in 3rd in the lineup in this matchup. PNC Park grades out as the #5 stadium in baseball for righty base hits, via the leading projection system (THE BAT). PNC Park sits at the 6th-highest altitude in the majors. High elevation generally leads to more offense. The weather report expects temperatures in this contest to reach the 3rd-highest level of all games on the slate at 83°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).