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Detroit Tigers Expected to Dominate Pittsburgh Pirates in Interleague Matchup with Skubal on the Mound

The Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against the Detroit Tigers in their interleague series on Wednesday night. The Pirates are currently in last place in the NL Central Division, while the Tigers hold the top spot in the AL Central Division. The pitching matchup will feature Andrew Heaney for the Pirates and Tarik Skubal for the Tigers. Skubal, arguably one of the best pitchers in baseball, has an impressive 1.99 ERA. The game is set to start at 7:10 PM EST, with the Tigers being the favorites to win.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates +252 | Tigers -285
• Spread: Pirates +1.5 (+106) | Tigers -1.5 (-128)
• Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 74%.

Pittsburgh vs Detroit Stats

Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been struggling to find success this season, currently in last place in the NL Central Division. They recently lost to the Cubs and are hoping to turn things around in their upcoming game against the Detroit Tigers. Lefty Andrew Heaney will be on the mound for the Pirates, with a record of 3-5 this season. Despite his solid performance, the Pirates have lost three of his last five starts. The team is facing some key injuries, with pitchers Johan Oviedo, Justin Lawrence, and Tim Mayza out. With a power ranking of 6, the Pirates are ranked low in offense and defense, with a record of 29-43 this season.

Detroit Tigers Analysis

The Detroit Tigers have continued their strong performance this season, leading the AL Central Division with a comfortable lead halfway through. Despite recent struggles, including losing three of five games, the Tigers remain a competitive team. Ace pitcher Tarik Skubal has been exceptional, with an impressive record and stats. In an upcoming game against the Pirates, Skubal will look to lead the Tigers to victory. Key players Reese Olson and Alex Lange are currently injured. The Tigers have a power ranking of 15 and impressive offensive and defensive rankings, with a record of 46-27 overall. The Tigers will face the Pirates, who won two out of three previous matchups against Detroit.

Tigers Look to Capitalize on Skubal's Dominance at Home Against Pirates

The Tigers have emerged as a strong contender with Skubal on the mound, especially when playing at home. Skubal has recorded four wins in his last five starts, conceding only four runs during this period. His performance is particularly impressive in home games, boasting a flawless 5-0 record and an impressive 1.72 ERA in seven starts. Facing a struggling Pirates lineup with a collective .225 batting average and only 50 home runs, Skubal is poised for success. Additionally, the Pirates have suffered losses in three of Heaney's recent five starts. The Tigers are likely to secure a victory with Skubal leading the charge. Considering the circumstances, it is advisable to back the Tigers with the run line for this matchup.

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