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Tigers Favored in Pitching Matchup Against Twins as Series Finale Approaches

In this article, we provide a prediction for the final game of a weekend series between the Twins and Tigers, who are both seeking positive momentum. The Twins won the opening game of the series with a 4-1 victory. The article was published before the conclusion of the middle game, with Chris Paddack starting for the Twins and Tarik Skubal starting for the Tigers. The current betting line favors Detroit at -286. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top on getaway day.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Twins +245 | Tigers -286
• Spread: Twins +1.5 (+110) | Tigers -1.5 (-130)
• Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 74%.

Minnesota vs Detroit Stats

Minnesota Twins

Minnesota's third consecutive win came on the road against Detroit, with Brooks Lee standing out with two RBI in a game where the Twins had six hits. Byron Buxton hit his 18th home run of the season. David Festa earned the win with an impressive pitching performance. Chris Paddack will be on the mound for the Twins in the next game, with a 3-6 record and 4.64 ERA this season. The team is ranked 15th in offense, 18th in defense, and holds a 39-43 record this season.

Detroit Tigers Analysis

The Detroit Tigers struggled at the plate in their recent game against Minnesota, resulting in their fifth loss in eight games. Despite this, the Tigers maintain a strong record of 52-32 and hold a 9.5-game lead over the Guardians in the AL Central. Pitcher Tarik Skubal, with a record of 9-2 and a 2.29 ERA, will start in the upcoming game after a recent win against the Athletics. The Tigers have shown strength in both offense and defense, ranking #5 for offense and #8 for defense in the league. Their upcoming game against the Twins will be their 13th matchup against them, with Skubal holding a record of 4-3 against Minnesota.

Tigers' Skubal Set to Dominate in Pitching Matchup Against Struggling Paddack

The pitching matchup in this game heavily favors the Tigers. Paddack has struggled in recent outings, resulting in a double-digit ERA. On the other hand, Skubal has shown consistent excellence with a 9-0 record and 1.87 ERA in his last 14 starts, along with an impressive 115 strikeouts. The Tigers have demonstrated strong performance at home this season, boasting a 28-14 record at Comerica Park before Saturday's game. It is anticipated that Skubal will continue his dominant streak and lead the Tigers to victory in front of a national television audience.

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