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Texas Rangers vs Detroit Tigers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: April 17, 2024 at 1:10 PM ET

Venue: Comerica Park — Detroit, Michigan

Article updated Apr 17, 6:14 AM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The rubber game in the American League between the Texas Rangers and the Detroit Tigers is set to take place at Comerica Park in Detroit. The Tigers won the first game 1-0,

Game outlook

The rubber game in the American League between the Texas Rangers and the Detroit Tigers is set to take place at Comerica Park in Detroit. The Tigers won the first game 1-0, while the Rangers took the second game 4-2. The Rangers (9-9) are currently leading the AL West, while the Tigers (10-7) are third in the AL Central. Right-hander Dane Dunning will start for the Rangers with a 4.50 ERA, and lefty Tarik Skubal will take the mound for the Tigers with a 2.08 ERA. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 EST, with Detroit opening as the betting favorite at -147.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Rangers +126 | Tigers -149

Spread: Rangers +1.5 (-173) | Tigers -1.5 (+145)

Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 60%.

Texas Rangers

The AL West has had a rough start in the 2024 season, with the Rangers leading the division with a 80-82 record. The Angels are also at 8-8, making the AL West the only division without a team with a winning record. The Rangers have dropped three of their last four games, including losses to the Astros and Detroit. Adolis Garcia has been a standout player for the Rangers, leading the team in home runs and batting average. Marcus Semien leads in hits and RBIs, while Wyatt Langford and Corey Seager have also been key contributors. Dane Dunning, the team's right-hander, has a 2-1 record with a 4.50 ERA and has given up a home run in every game so far. Despite their struggles, the Rangers are ranked 12 in offense, #12 in defense, and have a power ranking of 10.

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Detroit Tigers Analysis

The Detroit Tigers are looking to secure their first series win of the season at home against the Texas Rangers. Despite having a better record than their opponents, the Tigers are currently third in their division due to the strong competition in the AL Central. Third baseman Gio Urshela played a key role in their last victory with a go-ahead RBI single. Riley Greene and Mark Canha have been standout performers for the Tigers with three home runs each, while Kerry Carpenter has also contributed offensively. Left-handed pitcher Tarik Skubal has been impressive on the mound with a 2-0 record and a 2.08 ERA. The Tigers have a power ranking of 12 and are ranked 27th in offense, scoring an average of 3.50 runs per game. Despite their strong defense, giving up an average of 3.69 runs per game, the Tigers have a 10-7 overall record. Texas has recently won 2 out of their last 3 matchups against Detroit. Sports bettors can take advantage of the best betting offers from top sportsbooks.

Rangers Favored to Win Final Game Against Inconsistent Tigers

I remain cautious about fully endorsing the Tigers this season. While they secured early victories against the White Sox, who are currently at the bottom of the league standings, their performance has since been inconsistent, hovering around a .500 record. In contrast, the Rangers have faced tougher competition and possess a roster with greater talent, making them a strong contender for victory in the upcoming game. Adolis Garcia is a formidable power hitter, supported by the exceptional hitting abilities of Semien and Seager in the middle infield positions. Detroit is still in the process of solidifying their lineup, as evidenced by Mark Canha being benched in the previous game despite being a key contributor in home runs. The Tigers' lackluster offensive statistics, ranking 29th in home runs and 27th in runs scored, further underscore the Rangers' advantageous position in these areas. With superior performance in scoring runs, Texas is poised to secure a win in the final game of the series. I recommend betting on the Rangers to emerge victorious.

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SportsJaw Rangers vs Tigers archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Rangers vs Tigers matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Texas Rangers+126 → +127Moved
  • Moneyline · Detroit Tigers-147 → -144Moved
  • Spread · Texas Rangers+1.5 (-173) → +1.5 (-170)Moved
  • Spread · Detroit Tigers-1.5 (+148) → -1.5 (+150)Moved
  • Total · Over7.5 (-110) → 7.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under7.5 (-110) → 7.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

Texas Rangers
80-82 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Detroit Tigers
76-86 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 3-6-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-04-17T10:14:45.368Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-04-16Texas Rangers 2 · Detroit Tigers 4
  • 2024-04-15Texas Rangers 1 · Detroit Tigers 0
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Texas Rangers defeated Detroit Tigers 5-4

Texas Rangers defeated Detroit Tigers 5-4 on April 17, 2024, a 1-run decision in the series. Texas Rangers' strongest period was the 6th inning, when it outscored its opponent 3-1. Against SportsJaw's recorded Texas Rangers +1.5 (-170) spread, Texas Rangers covered, while the 9 combined runs finished over the recorded total of 7.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • AliencreationMoneyline · Texas Rangers +126Win
  • JaredkuntzMoneyline · Detroit Tigers -149Loss
  • HopkinspicksMoneyline · Texas Rangers +126Win
  • PremierPicksMoneyline · Detroit Tigers -149Loss
  • PeytoncMoneyline · Texas Rangers +126Win
  • CoversMoneyline · Detroit Tigers -149Loss