Detroit Tigers vs Los Angeles Angels MLB Betting Prediction

MLB Detroit Tigers vs Los Angeles Angels Prediction 5/2

The Detroit Tigers will play against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on Friday, May 02, 2025. The game is set to begin at 9:38 PM and will be a night game. Fans can expect an exciting matchup between these two teams.

Tigers vs. Angels Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Detroit Tigers at -170. The Tigers have a strong home record and a solid pitching performance from Tarik Skubal, making them a reliable choice against the Angels, who struggle on the road.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 7.5 at -109. Both teams have shown the ability to score home runs, and the Angels’ pitching has a high ERA, suggesting a higher-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Detroit Tigers have a strong home record of 13-3 this season.
  • The Los Angeles Angels have struggled in their division games, with a record of 1-7.
  • In a recent game against the Angels, Casey Mize pitched 7 innings with 4 runs allowed for the Tigers.
  • Gleyber Torres had a perfect 3/3 hitting performance with a home run against the Angels on May 1st, 2025.
  • The Angels lost five consecutive spring training games from April 26th to May 1st, 2025.

Tigers vs Angels Preview

The Detroit Tigers are set to take on the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Tarik Skubal will be on the mound for the Tigers. Skubal has had a strong start to the season with a 3-2 record and an ERA of 2.34. He has pitched 34 2/3 innings and struck out 40 batters. His performance could be key in this game.

On the other side, José Soriano will start for the Angels. Soriano has a 2-4 record with an ERA of 4.50 over 34 innings. He has struck out 26 batters this season. The Angels will look to Soriano to hold off the Tigers’ lineup. Both teams are ready for this night game, and fans are eager to see how it unfolds.

Angels Seek to Overcome Challenges

The Los Angeles Angels are navigating a tough season. Mike Trout, a key player, is out with a knee injury. Despite this, Trout leads the team in home runs, runs, and RBIs.

Jorge Soler contributes with a solid batting average of .243. He has hit six home runs and driven in 13 runs. Soler ranks high in team stats, providing needed support.

Logan O’Hoppe has been a bright spot for the Angels. He shares the team lead in home runs with Trout. O’Hoppe maintains a strong batting average of .280.

Tigers Aim to Maintain Momentum

The Detroit Tigers are having a solid season. Spencer Torkelson leads the team with a .239 batting average. He has hit nine home runs and driven in 26 runs. Torkelson ranks first in the league for home runs and RBIs. Zach McKinstry is another key player for the Tigers. He has a batting average of .316. McKinstry has scored 16 runs and driven in 15 runs. His performance helps the Tigers stay competitive. Riley Greene adds depth to the Tigers’ lineup. He has a .262 batting average with six home runs. Greene has scored 17 runs and driven in 16 runs. His contributions are vital for the team’s success.

Final Betting Pick

The Tigers are a strong pick for the money line at -170. Their home record is 13-3, showing they perform well in Detroit. Tarik Skubal’s ERA of 2.34 and WHIP of 1.04 indicate he is a reliable pitcher. The Angels have a 7-13 road record and are missing Mike Trout due to injury, which weakens their lineup.

For the over/under, choosing over 7.5 is a good option. The Tigers and Angels both have power hitters capable of hitting home runs. The Angels’ pitching staff has a high ERA of 5.09, which suggests they may allow more runs. The Tigers’ recent games show they can score, with 10 runs in their last game against the Angels.


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