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Detroit Tigers

Tigers (18-12) VS Angels (12-16)

05/01/2025 | 9:38 PM ET | Angel Stadium – Anaheim, CA

Los Angeles Angels
Moneyline Pick - Detroit Tigers (-125): B

Detroit rolls into this matchup on a great run of form winning five of their last seven games, led by dominant starting pitching that continues to outshine an otherwise modest offense. The Angels, meanwhile, are mired in a five-game skid and still missing key pieces both at the plate and in the bullpen. The visitors hold a clear edge on the mound, with their starter effectively neutralizing this lineup in prior meetings, while the home side’s starter has struggled at his own park and faces a tough matchup against the heart of Detroit’s order.

With the form edge, starting advantage, and healthier roster, backing Detroit at –125 presents solid value—even with the caveat of a cross-country trip on getaway day. It's a B-grade play that leans on reliable pitching to carry the visitors through late-inning pressure.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 01/05/2025 08:49

Over/Under Pick - Under 8, (-110): A-

Detroit enters this one riding strong momentum behind a dominant rotation, while the Angels continue to search for answers during a slump and with some key bats still sidelined. Both starters have shown strikeout power and success against the opposing lineup, and with two of the more reliable bullpens, scoring opportunities could be limited on both sides. Early-season pacing and a lack of playoff urgency also suggest conservative managerial tactics.

With pitching depth on both ends and no obvious offensive explosion looming, the Under 8 at near-even money stands out as a high-confidence A- play. This one has all the makings of a controlled, low-scoring duel.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 01/05/2025 08:49  

Spread Pick - Detroit Tigers, -1.5 (-135): B

Detroit enters Thursday night riding a 6-4 run with a healthy core and a frontline starter leading the charge, while the Angels continue to stumble without key arms and reliable late-inning depth. With the home side still scrambling for answers in the bullpen and missing impact players, the matchup tilts toward the visitors. Detroit's offense has found rhythm, and with their ace owning favorable splits against LA's core hitters, the setup leans heavily their way.

Given current form, roster stability, and the clear edge on the mound, laying the run-and-a-half despite the juice feels warranted. Detroit should control this one from the bump to the bats—making it a confident spot to back the spread.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 01/05/2025 08:49  

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