Colorado Rockies vs Pittsburgh Pirates Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/12

MLB game preview

The Colorado Rockies will take on the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. The game is set for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 6:40 PM. The Rockies have a 16-25 record and are looking to end a two-game losing streak.

The Pirates come into this game with a 22-19 record. They lost their last game but have won six of their last ten. The weather forecast calls for a mild day with scattered clouds.

Colorado Rockies Team Preview

The Colorado Rockies have had a mixed performance in their recent games. They won against the Philadelphia Phillies on May 8th with a score of 9-7. However, they lost the next two games against the Phillies, with scores of 9-3 and 6-0.

In terms of batting, the Rockies rank 6th in the league with a .250 batting average. They are strong in hitting doubles, ranking 4th with 72 doubles this season. Their slugging percentage is .399, placing them 7th in the league.

On the pitching side, the Rockies have struggled. They have a team ERA of 4.84, which ranks 29th in the league. Michael Lorenzen will be their starting pitcher for the next game, and he has a 6.92 ERA so far this season.

Rockies vs Pirates Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Colorado Rockies vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
  • Venue: PNC Park in Pittsburgh, PA
  • Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Rockies Moneyline +262, Pirates Moneyline -327, Rockies Runline +1.5 (+116), Pirates Runline -1.5 (-140), Total Over 7.5 (-117), Total Under 7.5 (-104)

Pittsburgh Pirates Team Preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates have shown mixed results in their recent games. They recorded a strong 13-3 win against the Giants on May 9th, with Braxton Ashcraft’s solid pitching and 20 hits from the lineup. However, they also faced narrow losses, like the 7-6 defeat to the Giants on May 10th.

Offensively, the Pirates are ranked 7th in batting average and 3rd in on-base percentage this season. Brandon Lowe has been a key player, leading the team with 10 home runs and 27 RBIs. Konnor Griffin and Spencer Horwitz also contribute with consistent performances at the plate.

On the mound, Paul Skenes stands out with a 5-2 record and a 2.36 ERA. The Pirates’ pitching staff ranks 8th in ERA, with a batting average against them at 5th in the league. With strong performances from their pitchers, the Pirates look to maintain their competitive edge in upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Pirates are strong favorites with a moneyline of -327. They have a better pitching rank, holding an ERA of 3.73, which is 8th in the league. The Rockies have an ERA of 4.84, ranking 29th. With these stats, the Pirates are likely to win. The projected score is Pirates 5, Rockies 2.

The total for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Rockies struggle with pitching, but the Pirates have solid pitching and defense. The Pirates’ batting average of .249 ranks 7th, suggesting they can control the game. Based on this, betting on the under at 7.5 runs (-104) is a sound choice.