On Thursday, July 3, 2025, the Detroit Tigers will take on the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park in Washington, DC. This night game starts at 6:45 PM and will be broadcast on MASN. The weather forecast predicts a very hot day with a light breeze and a few clouds.
Tigers vs. Nationals Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Detroit Tigers -156. The Tigers have a strong road record at 24-19 and are facing a Nationals team with a weaker home record of 17-25. The Tigers’ starting pitcher, Dietrich Enns, has an impressive ERA of 0.00, which gives them an edge.
- Over/Under Prediction: Over 9.5 (-101). Both teams have shown the ability to score runs in recent games. The Nationals’ pitching has struggled with a high ERA of 5.07, suggesting a higher-scoring game.
Team Trends
- The Detroit Tigers have a strong road record this season at 24-19.
- The Washington Nationals have a home record of 17-25 this season.
- In their last game, the Nationals won against the Tigers with a score of 9-4.
- Riley Greene from the Tigers hit two home runs in their 11-2 win against the Nationals on July 2nd.
- The Nationals scored 15 runs in their June 27th game against the Angels, with Josh Bell hitting a home run.
Tigers vs Nationals Preview
On Thursday evening, the Detroit Tigers travel to Nationals Park to play the Washington Nationals. The game starts at 6:45 PM, and fans can catch the action on MASN. The weather is expected to be very hot, with a light breeze and a few clouds in the sky.
Detroit’s pitcher, Dietrich Enns, will take the mound with an ERA of 0.00 and a WHIP of 0.60. He has a 1-0 record this season. Washington will counter with Jake Irvin, who has an ERA of 4.73 and a WHIP of 1.30. Irvin holds a 6-3 record. Both teams will look to capitalize on their starting pitchers’ performances in this matchup.
Washington Nationals: Key Players and Stats
The Washington Nationals have some strong hitters this season. CJ Abrams is one of their top performers with a .287 batting average. He has played in 73 games and leads the team with 55 runs. Nathaniel Lowe is another key player for the Nationals. He has hit 13 home runs, which ranks him first on the team. Lowe also has a team-high 58 RBIs, making him a vital part of the lineup. Luis García Jr. adds depth to the Nationals’ batting order. He has a .269 batting average and has hit 7 home runs. García Jr. also ranks second on the team with 39 runs and 39 RBIs.
Detroit Tigers: Key Contributors and Performance
Spencer Torkelson is a strong player for the Detroit Tigers. He leads the team with 18 home runs and 52 RBIs. Torkelson has played in 81 games and has a .234 batting average. Gleyber Torres adds to the Tigers’ lineup. He has a .279 batting average and has hit 9 home runs. Torres has also scored 45 runs, making him an important player for the team. Zach McKinstry is another key player for the Tigers. He has a .290 batting average and has hit 5 home runs. McKinstry has also scored 42 runs this season.
Final Betting Pick
The Detroit Tigers are a strong pick for the money line at -156. Their road record of 24-19 shows they perform well away from home. With Dietrich Enns starting, the Tigers have a solid chance due to his 0.00 ERA and 0.60 WHIP.
Betting on the over 9.5 runs at -101 is also a good option. The Nationals’ pitching struggles with a 5.07 ERA, indicating they allow many runs. Both teams have shown they can score, as seen in recent high-scoring games. This suggests a game with many runs is likely.
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Last updated:July 3, 2025 Nationals, Tigers