The Detroit Tigers will take on the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on Friday, May 16, 2025. The game is set to begin at 7:07 PM under the night lights. Fans can expect an exciting game between these two teams.

Tigers vs. Blue Jays Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Detroit Tigers -129. The Tigers have a strong record this season, especially at home. Their hitting and pitching stats rank higher than the Blue Jays, making them a solid choice.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 8.5 (-109). Both teams have shown the ability to score runs in recent games. With the Blue Jays’ pitching ERA being higher, the total could go over.

Team Trends

• The Detroit Tigers have a strong home record of 17-5 this season.
• Toronto Blue Jays are 4 games back in the AL East with a 21-22 record.
• Riley Greene hit a home run and had 2 RBIs in the Tigers’ 6-5 win over the Red Sox on May 14th.
• Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit a home run in the Blue Jays’ 8-3 loss to the Rays on May 15th.
• The Tigers have a division record of 8-2 this season.

Tigers vs Blue Jays Preview

The Detroit Tigers travel to Rogers Centre to face the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night. Jack Flaherty will start for the Tigers. He has a 1-5 record this season with a 4.61 ERA. In 41 innings, he has struck out 50 batters. Flaherty aims to improve his performance and help his team secure a win.

On the mound for the Blue Jays is Bowden Francis. He has a 2-5 record and a 5.40 ERA over 41 2/3 innings this season. Francis has recorded 30 strikeouts. Both pitchers look to lead their teams to a successful game under the night lights at Rogers Centre.

Toronto Blue Jays: Key Players and Team Performance

The Toronto Blue Jays have some strong hitters this season. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leads the team with a .294 batting average and 24 runs. George Springer and Bo Bichette also contribute with solid performances, both hitting over .275. Guerrero Jr. has hit 5 home runs and has 20 RBIs. Springer matches him with 5 home runs and has 18 RBIs. Bichette leads the team with 21 RBIs, showing his ability to drive in runs. On the pitching side, Bowden Francis has started 8 games this season. He has a 2-5 record with a 5.40 ERA. The team’s overall ERA is 4.40, placing them 22nd in the league.

Detroit Tigers: A Look at the Away Team

Spencer Torkelson leads the Tigers with a .240 batting average. He tops the team in home runs with 11 and has driven in 34 runs. Riley Greene follows with 10 home runs and 27 RBIs, showing strong support. Kerry Carpenter adds to the lineup with a .295 batting average. He has hit 9 home runs and driven in 21 runs. The Tigers’ offense ranks 5th in the league with a .261 batting average. Jack Flaherty is the starting pitcher for the Tigers. He has a 1-5 record with a 4.61 ERA. The Tigers’ pitching staff holds a 3.24 ERA, ranking 4th in the league.

Final Betting Pick

The Detroit Tigers are a solid pick for the money line at -129. Their home record of 17-5 shows strong performance at home. Spencer Torkelson and Riley Greene lead the team in hitting, which boosts their chances against the Blue Jays.

The over 8.5 total runs is another good choice. The Tigers have been scoring well, with recent games showing high run totals. The Blue Jays’ pitching ERA of 4.40 ranks 22nd, which might lead to more runs in this game.

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