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Rays Favored Over Tigers in Middle Game of Series as Maeda Looks to Improve Pitching Performance

Two professional baseball teams are facing off in the Sunshine State during the middle game of a three-game series. Detroit comes into the game with a recent 6-1 victory against Minnesota, while Tampa Bay is coming off a 5-4 loss to the Yankees. The starting pitchers for the game are Kenta Maeda for the Tigers and Ryan Pepiot for the Rays. Tampa Bay is the current favorite in the betting lines at -165. This article was published before the conclusion of the opening game of the series at Tropicana Field.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers +141 | Rays -165
• Spread: Tigers +1.5 (-153) | Rays -1.5 (+130)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tampa Bay will win straight-up is 62%.

Detroit vs Tampa Bay Stats

Detroit Tigers

Detroit Tigers took two out of three games against the Minnesota Twins on the road, finishing with a victory in the rubber game on Sunday. The Tigers currently stand third in the AL Central with a 12-10 record, trailing the Guardians by four games. Spencer Torkelson and Buddy Kennedy had standout performances in the last game, with Casey Mize earning the win on the mound. Kenta Maeda will be starting the upcoming game for the Tigers, looking to improve on his current record of 0-1 with a 7.64 ERA. Despite their ranking of 17 in power rankings, the Tigers have a strong defense ranking 6th in the league, allowing an average of 3.82 points per game. Utilize sportsbook promo codes to maximize earnings.

Tampa Bay Rays Analysis

The Tampa Bay Rays lost the rubber game of their series against the Yankees, putting them at 12-11 and in last place in the AL East. Despite a strong pitching performance from Ryan Pepiot in his last start, the Rays struggled offensively against New York. Pepiot will be on the mound for their next game, looking to improve upon his 2-2 record this season. The Rays currently have a power ranking of 25 and are ranked 20th in offense and 24th in defense. They will face the Detroit Tigers, who went 1-2 in their last three matchups against Tampa Bay. Don't miss out on our top MLB Betting Picks to maximize your winnings!

Tigers Face Tough Battle Against Rays Amid Pitching Concerns

The upcoming contest presents an intriguing matchup as the Tigers, who have demonstrated strong performance so far this season, face concerns surrounding Maeda's pitching performance. With Maeda allowing seven home runs this season, there is a noticeable area of vulnerability to address. The Rays, playing at home with Pepiot, coming off a recent impressive outing, have the advantage in terms of pitching and offensive capabilities. Despite Detroit's competitive presence, Maeda's struggles with home runs ultimately contribute to their defeat as Tampa Bay secures the victory in this matchup.

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