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Yankees Favored to Win Against Tigers at Yankee Stadium as Mize and Schmidt Face Off

The Detroit Tigers will face the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on Saturday at 1:05 p.m. ET. Tigers' right-hander Casey Mize, with a 1-0 record and 3.08 ERA, will start against Yankees' righty Clarke Schmidt, who has a 2-1 record and 3.19 ERA. New York is the betting favorite with an opening line of -159 that has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers +136 | Yankees -159
• Spread: Tigers +1.5 (-160) | Yankees -1.5 (+130)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 61%.

Detroit vs New York Stats

Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers had a day off on Thursday after a successful series against St. Louis, putting them five games over .500 and in contention in the American League Central. Despite ranking low in offensive statistics such as OBP, OPS, home runs, and RBI, the Tigers pitching staff has been performing well with a 3.12 ERA and 1.10 WHIP. In their upcoming game, Mize will be starting, coming off a strong performance against Kansas City and holding previous opponents to a total of seven runs in his last four games. With a power ranking of 10 and rankings of 19 in offense and 7 in defense, the Tigers have a record of 18-13 so far this season. Research is advised before searching for the best betting sites for this game.

New York Yankees Analysis

The New York Yankees recently struggled offensively, scoring only six runs in their last series against the Orioles. They will look to bounce back in their upcoming home game. The team ranks highly in OBP, OPS, home runs, and RBI. The pitching staff has been strong, with a low ERA and WHIP. Schmidt will start the next game, with a history of solid performances against Detroit. The Yankees have a power ranking of 4 and are ranked 12th for offense, 3rd for defense, and have an overall record of 20-13. Detroit has had recent success against New York, winning two out of their last three matchups. For more MLB predictions, consider our Expert Picks.

Yankees Primed for Victory Against Tigers at Yankee Stadium

Schmidt has consistently displayed reliability throughout the current season and delivered a commendable performance in his recent start. His successful outing against Detroit in September of the previous season further exemplifies his capabilities. Additionally, considering the Tigers' struggles against right-handed pitchers, Schmidt is poised for another strong showing. While the Tigers may have presented an appealing betting opportunity on Friday, I foresee the New York Yankees emerging victorious on Saturday. Despite facing offensive challenges recently, the Yankees possess the potential to capitalize on scoring opportunities. With their advantageous statistics against right-handed pitchers and propensity for power hitting, the Yankees are positioned for success. Given their talent and potential for offensive breakout, I am confident in predicting a straight-up victory for the Yankees in Saturday's game at Yankee Stadium.

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