The Tampa Bay Rays host the Pittsburgh Pirates on March 31. First pitch from George M. Steinbrenner Field is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. EDT; the game will be broadcast on MLB.TV.
The Pirates opened the season by losing three of their first four games, all of which were by one run to the lowly Marlins. The Rays, meanwhile, christened their new home at George M. Steinbrenner Field by winning two of three against the Rockies.
Find my MLB betting preview and Pirates vs Rays prediction below, as well as probable pitchers, betting trends, injury reports and more.
My Pirates vs Rays Prediction
- Pirates vs Rays picks: Rays -1.5 (+115)
My Pirates vs Rays best bet is backing Tampa Bay. Make sure to find the best odds by checking our live MLB odds page.
Pirates vs Rays Odds
March 31, 2025
7:05 p.m. EDT
FDSSUN
| Pirates Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -130 | 8 -110o / -110u | +170 |
| Rays Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +110 | 8 -110o / -110u | -205 |
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Pirates vs Rays Pick, Betting Analysis
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