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White Sox set to face Tigers in Detroit home opener with Flaherty on the mound, favored to win

The White Sox are set to face the Tigers in Detroit's home opener of 2025, with both teams looking to build on their previous season's performances. The White Sox will be led by pitcher Jonathan Cannon, while the Tigers will have Jack Flaherty on the mound. Detroit is currently favored to win the game, but the line remains unchanged. Stay tuned for more details on this White Sox/Tigers matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: White Sox +208 | Tigers -235
• Spread: White Sox +1.5 (-110) | Tigers -1.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 70%.

Chicago vs Detroit Stats

Chicago White Sox

The Chicago White Sox are aiming to bounce back from a challenging 2024 season with a focus on strengthening their farm system and rebuilding their team. Despite a 2-4 start to the season, the White Sox are looking to turn things around in their upcoming game against the Detroit Tigers. Starter Jonathan Cannon will be taking the mound after a solid performance in his first start of the season. The team is facing some key injuries but remains focused on improving their performance on both offense and defense.

Detroit Tigers Analysis

The Detroit Tigers are returning home on Friday with a 2-4 record, looking to improve upon their start to the season. Despite being swept by the Dodgers in their first three games, they bounced back to take two of three games against the Mariners. Ace Tarik Skubal fell to 0-2 after a 3-2 loss to Seattle. Veteran righty Jack Flaherty will start the home opener against the White Sox, aiming to build on his solid performance in his first outing this season. Flaherty had a 13-7 record last year and will be a key player for the Tigers. The team is dealing with injuries to SP Wilmer Flores, 2B Gleyber Torres, and C Brian Serven. The Tigers have a power ranking of 7 and are ranked 9th in offense, averaging 5.00 runs per game. Defensively, they rank 25th, giving up an average of 5.40 runs per game. The Tigers have a 2-4 overall record and will face the Chicago White Sox, who went 1-2 in their last three matchups against Detroit.

Tigers Make Crucial Offseason Move by Re-Signing Flaherty, Eyeing Victory Against White Sox

The Tigers' decision to re-sign Flaherty was a crucial move during the offseason, allowing the team to maintain strength in their rotation. By trading Flaherty to the Dodgers and subsequently adding him back to their roster for 2025, the Tigers were able to infuse youth into their lineup. Flaherty's impressive performance against the White Sox last season, with a 1-0 record and an ERA below 2.00, demonstrates his capability on the mound. While he showed promise in his initial start against the Dodgers, Flaherty is expected to excel against the White Sox's lineup. In contrast, Cannon struggled against the Tigers in previous matchups, posting an ERA over 10 and a 1-2 record in three starts. With a strong track record of success against the White Sox from last season, the Tigers are poised for a victory on Friday afternoon, led by Flaherty. Therefore, the Tigers are the favorable choice for this upcoming game.

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