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Tigers Favored to Win as they Face off Against Reds in Second Game of Weekend Series

The Detroit Tigers and Cincinnati Reds are set to face off in the second game of their weekend series on Saturday afternoon. Jack Flaherty will start for the Tigers, while Brady Singer will take the mound for the Reds. Currently, Detroit is favored to win with no movement in the betting line. Stay tuned for the outcome of Friday night's game to see how it may impact this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Reds +157 | Tigers -175
• Spread: Reds +1.5 (-134) | Tigers -1.5 (+115)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 64%.

Cincinnati vs Detroit Stats

Cincinnati Reds

Led by manager Terry Francona, the Cincinnati Reds have experienced a fluctuating season but have recently shown promise by winning five of their last six games. Brady Singer, with a record of 6-4 and an ERA of 4.59, is scheduled to start for the Reds on Saturday following a solid performance in his last outing. Cincinnati's main advantage over their upcoming opponent, the Detroit Tigers, is their prowess on the basepaths, ranking ninth in stolen bases in MLB compared to the Tigers' last place standing. Elly De La Cruz leads the Reds in various offensive categories, including home runs, RBIs, and stolen bases. The team as a whole ranks 10th in scoring and 12th in home runs. With a power ranking of 9, Cincinnati is ranked 10th in offense, 14th in defense, and holds a season record of 35-34.

Detroit Tigers Analysis

The Detroit Tigers currently hold the best record in the American League and an eight-game lead in the AL Central. Jack Flaherty will be starting on Saturday with a strong 2.56 ERA at Comerica Park. The Tigers have improved their offense significantly this season, ranking sixth in runs scored per game and 10th in home runs. Spencer Torkelson leads the team with 16 home runs and 47 RBIs. Despite their success, the Tigers have a power ranking of 8 and are 6th for offense and 4th for defense, with an overall record of 45-25. In their last three matchups, Cincinnati has gone 3-0 against Detroit.

Brady Singer's Decline Opens Door for Tigers' Profitability; Jack Flaherty Shines at Home

Brady Singer has experienced a decline in performance this season, particularly evident in his road starts where he holds a 3-2 record with a 5.74 ERA and a .313 opponents' batting average. While he began the season strongly at 4-0, he has since gone 2-4 with a 4.59 ERA. On the contrary, Jack Flaherty has proven to be a reliable pitcher at home, boasting a remarkable 0.53 ERA and limiting opponents to a .138 batting average in day-game starts. Additionally, Flaherty has held batters to a .161 average on the road. This season, the Tigers have emerged as a lucrative team for sports bettors. Considering Flaherty's strong performance and the Tigers' profitability, I am supporting the Tigers in this matchup at home.

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