Detroit Tigers vs Cleveland Guardians Betting Picks & Predictions
The Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians will face off in a crucial Game 5 of the ALDS on Saturday afternoon. The Guardians forced the series to the deciding game with a
Game outlook
The Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians will face off in a crucial Game 5 of the ALDS on Saturday afternoon. The Guardians forced the series to the deciding game with a 5-4 victory in Game 4. Cy Young candidate Tarik Skubal will start for the Tigers, while Matthew Boyd is the likely starter for the Guardians. The winner will advance to the ALCS, while the loser's season will come to an end. First pitch is scheduled for 1:08 EST at Progressive Field. Detroit is currently the favorite to win, with a betting line of -119.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Tigers -119 | Guardians +104
Spread: Tigers -1.5 (+160) | Guardians +1.5 (-181)
Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 54%.
Detroit Tigers
The Tigers were unable to hold onto a one-run lead in a tight contest on Thursday, forcing them to return to Cleveland to try and close out the series. Despite the loss, Detroit's pitching has been strong in the postseason with a 2.55 ERA and 1.00 WHIP over six games, including two shutouts. Manager A.J. Hinch praised Tarik Skubal's performance in their last game, where he struck out eight and allowed just three hits in seven scoreless innings. Detroit's offense has also been strong, scoring three or more runs in their last three games. Wencell Perez has been a standout player, hitting .313 in the postseason. The team as a whole has a .226 batting average in the playoffs. In terms of rankings, Detroit is #21 in offense, #4 in defense, and has a season record of 76-86. In terms of injuries, OF Kerry Carpenter is day-to-day with a hamstring injury, and C Jake Rogers is also day-to-day with wrist/forearm issues.