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Baltimore Orioles Favored to Beat Detroit Tigers in Crucial AL Series Matchup

In the upcoming American League series, the Detroit Tigers will face off against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Coming off a recent win, the Tigers have a record of 80-73 and are sending rookie pitcher Brant Hurter to the mound. The Orioles, with a record of 85-68, will have Corbin Burnes as their starting pitcher. Baltimore is favored to win with a current betting line of -161. For more MLB picks and predictions, visit our website.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers +147 | Orioles -161
• Spread: Tigers +1.5 (-146) | Orioles -1.5 (+125)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 62%.

Detroit vs Baltimore Stats

Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers secured a crucial road win against the Kansas City Royals, improving their position in the AL Wild Card race. Despite struggling with hitting in clutch situations, the Tigers' lineup performed well, with Riley Greene hitting a home run. Pitcher Tarik Skubal delivered a strong performance, allowing only one run in five innings. Rookie Brant Hurter, with an impressive record of 5-1 and a 2.56 ERA, is set to continue his success on the mound. The Tigers rank 18th in offense, 5th in defense, and hold an 80-73 record for the season.

Baltimore Orioles Analysis

The Baltimore Orioles recently secured a 5-3 home victory against the San Francisco Giants, showing strong hitting performance with a 10-for-36 record, including a home run by Anthony Santander. While they struggled with runners in scoring position, pitcher Zach Eflin performed well, pitching six innings with two runs allowed. The Orioles' ace, Corbin Burnes, is set to start the upcoming game with a 14-8 record and a 3.06 ERA. Despite his recent struggles with home runs, Burnes is coming off a strong performance against the Detroit Tigers. The Orioles currently have a power ranking of 20 and rank 6th in offense, averaging 4.80 runs per game. In their last three matchups, Detroit won one out of the three games against Baltimore.

Baltimore Orioles Expected to Secure Victory in Playoff Implications Matchup against Detroit Tigers

The Baltimore Orioles' strong performance as a team suggests they are likely to secure a victory in this upcoming game, particularly given the significant implications it holds as a potential playoff matchup. Comparing the home and away records of the starting pitchers further supports the likelihood of a Baltimore win, with Brant Hurter boasting a 2-1 record, 3.86 ERA, and 0.93 WHIP in 14.0 innings across three games at home, as opposed to Corbin Burnes' 7-5 record, 3.16 ERA, and .268 batting average against in 94.0 innings spanning 16 starts at Camden Yards. Baltimore's solid 43-35 home record contrasts sharply with Detroit's less impressive 37-38 performance on the road this season. Considering these factors, it is recommended to favor the Baltimore Orioles as the probable victor in this home game.

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