San Francisco at Pittsburgh

San Francisco is 14-30 on the road and a long way from home. They are riding a five-game win streak, but this is their third straight road game, on a 6-14 road run. San Francisco is also 21-44 following a win, plus 10-22 on the road versus a right-handed starter. San Francisco righty, Jeff Samardzija (3-9, 4.63 ERA), is favored, but is 1-5 on the road with a 4.99 ERA. The Giants are just 3-10 against losing teams and ranked #28 in baseball in runs scored, #27 in on-base percentage. Pittsburgh has a winning record at home, and Pirates starter Trevor Williams is off a strong start against Tampa Bay, allowing two runs with seven strikeouts. San Francisco is 9-20 against losing teams, while Pittsburgh is on a 54-27 run against NL West opponents, making this a great spot for the home dog. Play Pittsburgh.