Detroit Tigers vs
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Detroit Tigers Favored to Win as They Face Los Angeles Angels in Four-Game Series

The Detroit Tigers and Los Angeles Angels meet in a four-game series, with the Tigers leading the Central Division and the Angels in last place in the West Division. Tarik Skubal, a top pitcher, will start for the Tigers, while Jose Soriano gets the start for the Angels. The game is set for 9:38 P.M. EST. The Tigers are the betting favorite, opening at -163 and currently at Detroit -177. Please note that this preview was written before Thursday's game was played.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers -177 | Angels +157
• Spread: Tigers -1.5 (-105) | Angels +1.5 (-114)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 64%.

Detroit vs Los Angeles Stats

Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers are currently leading the American League Central Division with a 19-12 overall record, holding a 1.5 game lead over the Guardians. They have a 6-9 road record but have been successful at home. Despite losing their last series to the Astros, they managed a key road win with a 7-4 victory highlighted by Javier Baez's grand slam. Tarik Skubal, with a 3-2 record and 2.34 ERA, will start for the Tigers on Friday. The team's offense is hitting .245 and ranks 11th in scoring while ranking fourth in strikeouts. Detroit has a .230 batting average on the road. With a power ranking of 9, the Tigers are ranked 11th in offense, 3rd in defense, and have a 19-12 record this season.

Los Angeles Angels Analysis

The Los Angeles Angels are currently in last place in the American League West Division with a 12-17 overall record. They have a 5-4 home record and are 5.5 games back of the top spot held by the Mariners. The Angels have lost seven of their last eight games, including a 9-3 defeat to the Mariners in their last game. Jose Soriano is scheduled to start for the Angels, with a 2-4 record and a 4.50 ERA this season. The team is struggling at the plate, hitting .214 overall and .217 at home. They have the fifth most home runs in the league but rank last in walks. The Angels have a power ranking of 27 and rank 24th in offense and 25th in defense. In their recent matchups, Detroit went 1-2 against Los Angeles.

Tarik Skubal Shines as Detroit Tigers Look to Dominate Los Angeles Angels

Tarik Skubal has excelled as a top performer in the field of pitching, boasting an impressive 2.34 ERA this season, highlighted by a recent standout performance against Baltimore. The Detroit Tigers currently hold the lead in the American League Central Division, with their offense maintaining a sufficient level of productivity. In contrast, the Los Angeles Angels have struggled in both batting and pitching, evidenced by their third lowest batting average and starting pitcher Jose Soriano's 10.38 ERA in two home games. Given these factors, the Tigers are likely to secure a victory in this favorable matchup. It is recommended to place a wager on Detroit covering the spread.

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