Washington Nationals vs Detroit Tigers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The article discusses the upcoming finale of a three-game interleague series between the Washington Nationals and the Detroit Tigers. The Nationals won the first game of the series in extra innings, and the outcome of the middle game was still pending at the time of publication. MacKenzie Gore is set to start for the Nationals, while the Tigers' starting pitcher has not been announced. Detroit is favored to win the game, but the question remains as to whether the Nationals can secure a series victory on getaway day.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Nationals +117 | Tigers -131

Spread: Nationals +1.5 (-200) | Tigers -1.5 (+173)

Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 57%.

Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals secured their fourth consecutive victory by winning the opening game of the series in extra innings on Tuesday night. With a record of 31-35, the Nationals currently hold the third spot in the NL East, trailing the Phillies by 15 games. During Tuesday's game, Washington managed only five hits with Lane Thomas providing the winning run via a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning. Pitcher Mitchell Parker threw 4.2 innings, allowing four runs (none earned), while Kyle Finnegan (2-3) closed the game with 1.1 innings of solid relief to earn the win. MacKenzie Gore will be on the mound for the Nationals in his 14th start of the season. With a record of 5-5, Gore has a 3.57 ERA and 81 strikeouts over 68 innings. The Nationals currently have a power ranking of 18, ranking 23rd in offense and 15th in defense, with an overall record of 77-85 this season. For more insights and predictions on the MLB season, feel free to check out our Free MLB Picks.