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San Diego Padres Poised to Dominate Detroit Tigers in Pivotal Game Three at Petco Park

The Detroit Tigers are set to face off against the San Diego Padres in the final game of their series at Petco Park in San Diego, California. The Tigers, with a record of 70-70, are looking to improve their standing in the American League Central, while the Padres, with a record of 80-61, are aiming to maintain their position in the National League West. The Padres hold a 2-1 record against the Tigers so far in 2023. The game is scheduled for 8:40 p.m. EST with Casey Mize starting for the Tigers and Martin Perez starting for the Padres. San Diego is the favorite, opening at -151 with the current line at San Diego -152. For more insights on the MLB season, be sure to check out our Free MLB Picks.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers +139 | Padres -152
• Spread: Tigers +1.5 (-155) | Padres -1.5 (+135)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego will win straight-up is 60%.

Detroit vs San Diego Stats

Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers suffered a tough loss against the San Diego Padres yesterday with a final score of 6-5, marking their fourth loss in their last six games. Despite a winning percentage of .500, the Tigers are currently aiming for a wild card position, trailing behind Kansas City. While the team has struggled offensively, ranking 26th in batting average, they have found success with their pitching staff boasting a 3.74 ERA, which is sixth in MLB. Player like Matt Vierling have shown promise, with Vierling leading the team in hits this season. With right-handed pitcher Casey Mize taking the mound on Thursday, the Tigers are hopeful for a rebound. Detroit is currently ranked 22nd in offense and 7th in defense with a 70-70 record this season.

San Diego Padres Analysis

The San Diego Padres secured a hard-fought win in overtime against the Detroit Tigers, with a final score of 6-5. This victory extends their win streak to three games and marks their fourth win in the last five games, with seven wins in their last ten. The Padres currently hold the top wild card position in the National League, but are determined to maintain their momentum in the competitive final month of the season. Yesterday's game showcased the Padres' strong batting performance, with standout contributions from players like Jackson Merrill and Fernando Tatis Jr. The team leads the league in batting average and is seventh in runs. Left-handed pitcher Martín Pérez will start for the Padres on Thursday, with a record of 4-5 and an ERA of 4.71 this season. The Padres are ranked 9th in offense, scoring an average of 4.76 runs per game, and 12th in defense, giving up an average of 4.26 runs per game. Despite Detroit winning two of their last three matchups against San Diego, the Padres have an overall record of 80-61 and are positioned well for postseason contention.

San Diego Padres poised to dominate Detroit Tigers in pivotal game three

This season, the San Diego Padres boast a strong record of 4-2 in game three of a home series after winning the first two games. On the other hand, the Detroit Tigers are in need of wins and will heavily rely on their pitcher to combat the Padres' potent offense. Unfortunately, Casey Mize has not been performing well for the Tigers this season, making it unlikely that he will succeed under the pressure of securing a win against a dominant opponent. With these factors in mind, my choice is to bet on the Padres to win on the money line.

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