Arizona Diamondbacks vs Pittsburgh Pirates predictions, May 05, 2026

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As the Arizona Diamondbacks prepare to host the Pittsburgh Pirates on May 5, 2026, both teams arrive with contrasting recent forms that could influence the outcome of the matchup. The Diamondbacks have struggled, claiming victory in just 1 of their last 5 matches, indicating potential issues with consistency and execution at crucial moments. Their recent performance may raise concerns regarding bullpen effectiveness and offensive production.

Conversely, the Pirates find themselves in better form, securing wins in 3 of their last 5 contests. This momentum could bolster their confidence heading into Arizona, as they look to exploit any defensive lapses from the home side. The Pirates’ recent success suggests a stronger lineup cohesion, which could be pivotal in a competitive game.

Bookmakers favor the Diamondbacks with odds at 1.76 for a home win, compared to the Pirates at 2.11 for an away victory. Our model suggests a 55.2% probability of a home win against a 44.8% chance for the Pirates, with no significant likelihood of a draw in this matchup. While the Diamondbacks will aim to utilize their home advantage, the Pirates’ recent form indicates this could be a closely contested game with no guarantees on the outcome.

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Arizona 54.6%

Pittsburgh 45.4%

Outrights of MLB Pittsburgh Pirates: 1.78% Arizona Diamondbacks: 1.04%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.76		2.07
	1.79		2.17
	1.73		2.1

Latest Results

03.05.26 Chicago Cubs – Arizona Diamondbacks – 2:0 02.05.26 Chicago Cubs – Arizona Diamondbacks – 6:5 01.05.26 Chicago Cubs – Arizona Diamondbacks – 6:5 30.04.26 Milwaukee Brewers – Arizona Diamondbacks – 13:1 29.04.26 Milwaukee Brewers – Arizona Diamondbacks – 2:6

03.05.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Cincinnati Reds – 17:7 02.05.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Cincinnati Reds – 9:1 01.05.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – Cincinnati Reds – 9:1 30.04.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – St. Louis Cardinals – 5:10 29.04.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – St. Louis Cardinals – 4:5

Facts

Enjoy a game between evenly matched mid-table sides (ranked 9 and 8).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Arizona won 1.

Arizona is currently in poor form (last 5 games: 1 wins).

Pittsburgh has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

Recently, Arizona has had a series of away games.

Recently, Pittsburgh has had a series of home games.

In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Arizona won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 88:95. (average 4.4:4.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Arizona won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 55:51. (average 5:4.6).

Latest Head To Head

27.07.25 Pittsburgh Pirates – Arizona Diamondbacks – 6:0 26.07.25 Pittsburgh Pirates – Arizona Diamondbacks – 2:0 25.07.25 Pittsburgh Pirates – Arizona Diamondbacks – 0:1 28.05.25 Arizona Diamondbacks – Pittsburgh Pirates – 1:10 27.05.25 Arizona Diamondbacks – Pittsburgh Pirates – 6:9

Standings

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American League

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	New York Yankees	34	23	11	180:115	0.676
2	Tampa Bay Rays	33	21	12	147:140	0.636
3	Athletics	34	18	16	149:159	0.529
4	Cleveland Guardians	35	18	17	146:149	0.514
5	Detroit Tigers	35	18	17	158:140	0.514
6	Chicago White Sox	34	16	18	144:159	0.471
7	Toronto Blue Jays	34	16	18	143:157	0.471
8	Texas Rangers	34	16	18	127:128	0.471
9	Seattle Mariners	35	16	19	143:141	0.457
10	Kansas City Royals	34	15	19	140:157	0.441
11	Baltimore Orioles	34	15	19	154:184	0.441
12	Minnesota Twins	35	15	20	165:170	0.429
13	Houston Astros	35	14	21	178:201	0.400
14	Boston Red Sox	34	13	21	130:149	0.382
15	Los Angeles Angels	35	13	22	158:173	0.371

National League

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	Atlanta Braves	35	25	10	205:124	0.714
2	Chicago Cubs	34	22	12	185:143	0.647
3	Los Angeles Dodgers	34	21	13	175:112	0.618
4	San Diego Padres	33	20	13	145:146	0.606
5	Cincinnati Reds	34	20	14	141:163	0.588
6	St.Louis Cardinals	34	20	14	166:166	0.588
7	Milwaukee Brewers	33	18	15	172:127	0.545
8	Pittsburgh Pirates	35	19	16	180:149	0.543
9	Arizona Diamondbacks	33	16	17	150:181	0.485
10	Miami Marlins	34	16	18	146:147	0.471
11	Washington Nationals	35	16	19	180:197	0.457
12	Philadelphia Phillies	34	14	20	131:174	0.412
13	Colorado Rockies	35	14	21	150:172	0.400
14	San Francisco Giants	34	13	21	106:140	0.382
15	New York Mets	34	12	22	118:149	0.353

MLB Outrights

1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 2.9 (27.88%)

2. New York Yankees: 6.5 (12.44%)

3. Atlanta Braves: 11 (7.35%)

4. Seattle Mariners: 13.5 (5.99%)

5. Chicago Cubs: 15.5 (5.22%)

6. Detroit Tigers: 19 (4.26%)

7. Toronto Blue Jays: 20.5 (3.94%)

8. Texas Rangers: 24 (3.37%)

9. Philadelphia Phillies: 27 (2.99%)

10. Milwaukee Brewers: 30.5 (2.65%)

11. Baltimore Orioles: 30.5 (2.65%)

12. San Diego Padres: 35.5 (2.28%)

13. New York Mets: 38 (2.13%)

14. Cleveland Guardians: 45.5 (1.78%)

15. Pittsburgh Pirates: 45.5 (1.78%)

16. Cincinnati Reds: 48 (1.68%)

17. Boston Red Sox: 50.5 (1.6%)

18. Kansas City Royals: 53 (1.53%)

19. Tampa Bay Rays: 53 (1.53%)

20. Houston Astros: 55.5 (1.46%)

21. Athletics: 63.5 (1.27%)

22. Arizona Diamondbacks: 78 (1.04%)

23. San Francisco Giants: 125.5 (0.64%)

24. Minnesota Twins: 125.5 (0.64%)

25. St.Louis Cardinals: 138 (0.59%)

26. Miami Marlins: 175.5 (0.46%)

27. Los Angeles Angels: 225.5 (0.36%)

28. Chicago White Sox: 350.5 (0.23%)

29. Washington Nationals: 500.5 (0.16%)

30. Colorado Rockies: 750.5 (0.11%)

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