Detroit Tigers vs Tampa Bay Rays MLB Betting Prediction

MLB Detroit Tigers vs Tampa Bay Rays Prediction 6/20

The Detroit Tigers will play against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday, June 20, 2025. The game will take place at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, FL, and is set to start at 7:05 PM. Fans can catch the action on FDSSU, with the weather forecast predicting a very hot day and light rain.

Tigers vs. Rays Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Detroit Tigers at -108. The Tigers have a strong road record of 22-16 this season. Their recent games show they can score well, making them a good value pick.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5. Both starting pitchers have ERAs over 4.00, but the recent games for both teams have shown lower scoring, suggesting a lower total.

Team Trends

  • The Detroit Tigers have a strong road record this season with 22 wins and 16 losses.
  • Tampa Bay Rays have a home record of 25 wins and 22 losses this season.
  • Detroit Tigers’ manager is A.J. Hinch, while the Rays are managed by Kevin Cash.
  • The game will be played at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, FL, and is scheduled for 7:05 PM.
  • The weather forecast for the game day is very hot with a light breeze and light rain expected.

Tigers vs Rays Preview

The Detroit Tigers are gearing up to play the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field. The game is scheduled for Friday, June 20, 2025, at 7:05 PM. Fans can watch the game on FDSSU, with the weather forecast predicting a hot day and light rain. The Tigers will rely on Jack Flaherty as their starting pitcher. Flaherty has an ERA of 4.03, a WHIP of 1.13, and a record of 5-7 this season.

The Tampa Bay Rays will have Shane Baz on the mound. Baz has an ERA of 4.54, a WHIP of 1.32, and a 6-3 record. Both teams will face the challenge of playing in hot and rainy conditions. The game promises to be an exciting matchup between two skilled pitchers. Fans are eager to see how these teams perform under the lights in Tampa.

Rays Ready for Action

The Tampa Bay Rays are set to play with Shane Baz on the mound. His record shows a 6-3 win-loss ratio. Baz has an ERA of 4.54 and a WHIP of 1.32. Junior Caminero leads the Rays in home runs with 17. He also has 48 RBIs, ranking first on the team. His batting average is .262 over 71 games. Jonathan Aranda stands out with a .329 batting average. He has played 70 games and has 41 RBIs. Aranda’s OBP is .416, the highest among the top hitters.

Detroit Tigers Step Up to the Plate

The Detroit Tigers are ready to compete with Jack Flaherty as their starting pitcher. Flaherty has a 5-7 win-loss record, an ERA of 4.03, and a WHIP of 1.13. His performance will be crucial for the Tigers in this game. Spencer Torkelson leads the Tigers in home runs with 16 and has 48 RBIs. His batting average is .227 over 72 games, and his OBP is .331. Gleyber Torres contributes with a .281 batting average and 38 RBIs in 63 games. The Tigers’ team batting average is .252, ranking 8th in the league. They have hit 91 home runs this season, placing them 9th. Their team ERA is 3.42, which is the 5th best in the league.

Final Betting Pick

The Detroit Tigers are a good pick for the money line at -108. They have a solid road record of 22-16 this season. This shows they can perform well away from home. Their recent games also show they can score well, which adds value to this pick.

The under 8.5 total is a smart choice given the recent performance of both teams. Despite both starting pitchers having ERAs over 4.00, recent games have been lower scoring. This suggests that the game may not reach a high total score, making the under a good option.


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