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Rays Favored Over Tigers in Critical Late-September Matchup with Playoff Implications

Wednesday's MLB schedule includes an anticipated matchup between the Tampa Bay Rays and Detroit Tigers, with Zack Littell starting for the Rays and Keider Montero for the Tigers. The game will take place at 6:40 ET at Comerica Park in Detroit, MI. Detroit is the betting favorite with a -111 opening line that has not changed.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rays +101 | Tigers -111
• Spread: Rays -1.5 (+172) | Tigers +1.5 (-205)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 53%.

Tampa Bay vs Detroit Stats

Tampa Bay Rays

Despite facing injuries and having a low payroll, the Tampa Bay Rays are still in contention for a wild card spot. They currently trail the Tigers and Royals by 4.0 games. The Rays have been on a hot streak, winning four straight games and six of their last seven. Pitcher Zack Littell has been performing well, with a 3.56 ERA and 1.24 WHIP. Despite their struggles, the Rays are not out of the race just yet. Their offense is ranked 29th, but their defense is ranked 11th. They have a record of 78-78 this season.

Detroit Tigers Analysis

The Detroit Tigers have been on an impressive run recently, going 27-11 in their last 38 games and moving into contention for a wild card spot in the MLB. They are currently tied for the second wild card spot with the Royals. The Tigers had a successful weekend series against the Orioles, with standout performances from Sean Guenther and Jason Foley. Offensively, Kerry Carpenter and Spencer Torkelson contributed with home runs. Keider Montero will be starting their upcoming game, with a record of 6-6 and a 4.86 ERA. The Tigers have a power ranking of 5 and rank #19 for offense, averaging 4.23 runs per game, and #4 for defense, allowing 3.99 runs per game. The team has an overall record of 82-74.

Rays Favored Over Tigers in Critical Late-September Matchup with Playoff Implications

The late-September baseball game between the Rays and Tigers has unexpectedly become a critical match with playoff implications for both teams. In analyzing the upcoming game, my inclination is to favor the Rays on the moneyline. Despite Keider Montero's recent impressive performance with a shutout against the Rockies, his inconsistency, as evidenced by a 4.86 ERA and a recent outing with five earned runs against the Orioles, raises doubts about his ability to deliver a strong performance. This game presents an opportunity to capitalize on a potential regression by Montero and the Tigers, especially given the Rays' strength in low-scoring contests and their current momentum. Therefore, I believe that betting on the Rays in this matchup is a prudent choice.

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