MLB

Guardians vs Tigers

Motown claws stay sharp as Lake Erie rally falls short.

Cleveland Guardians

Guardians (26-22) VS Tigers (33-17)

23 May 2025 | 7:10 PM ET | Comerica Park, Detroit

Detroit Tigers
Moneyline Pick - Detroit Tigers (-135): B

Detroit comes into this matchup on a great run in their last ten games, winning seven, holding a comfortable lead over Cleveland and showing strong form both at the plate and on the mound. The Tigers’ rotation has stabilized since getting healthy, and their bullpen has been excellent lately, putting them in a great position if the starter doesn’t go deep. Cleveland is dealing with key injuries in the lineup, which has made it harder to generate offense, and Detroit’s defense has also helped shut down the opposition’s running game.

Honestly, with the way Detroit is rolling and Cleveland dealing with injuries, backing the Tigers at home seems like the logical play. The price isn’t huge, but the trends and recent performance make this a solid pick to protect your bankroll.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 23/05/2025 09:45

Over/Under Pick - Under 8.5 (-110): A-

Detroit heads into this game on a good run of form and leans on a hard-throwing starter, while Cleveland looks to snap out of a recent rough patch behind a reliable arm of their own. Both teams are dealing with some nagging injuries in the lineup, and neither offense has been putting up big numbers lately. Each bullpen ranks among the league’s best, adding another layer of run prevention, and cooler night conditions further dampen the chance for offensive fireworks.

Honestly, with both lineups banged up and elite relievers on both sides, this matchup looks tailor-made for a low-scoring affair. The total feels a bit high, so backing the under makes a lot of sense here—definitely an A- value play if you’re looking to ride the pitching.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 23/05/2025 09:45

Spread Pick - Cleveland Guardians, +1.5 (-170): B

Cleveland enters this matchup aiming to end a poor run of form by continuing their two-game winning streak, and has consistently kept games close, thanks in large part to a bullpen that’s been nearly untouchable recently. Detroit, on a 7-3 run in their last ten, may be missing key contributors and will lean on a young starter who hasn’t faced the toughest lineups yet. Cleveland’s offense still has some firepower, with key players finding ways to reach base and take advantage of opportunities, even with injuries in the mix. Most meetings between these two teams have been tightly contested, and Cleveland’s reliable late-inning relief gives them a solid advantage down the stretch.

Honestly, with how well Cleveland keeps games close and their bullpen locking things down, grabbing the run and a half feels like a smart move—even if you have to pay a little extra. The trends and matchup point toward another tight game, so it’s a B-level play for both value and probability.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 23/05/2025 09:45

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