Texas Rangers vs Detroit Tigers MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 9, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 9, 2025 ,

MLB Texas Rangers vs Detroit Tigers Prediction 5/9

The Texas Rangers will take on the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on Friday, May 9, 2025. The game is set to start at 6:40 PM. Fans can look forward to an exciting night game under the lights.

Rangers vs. Tigers Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Rangers +214. The Rangers are the underdog, but they have a decent chance with Patrick Corbin on the mound. His ERA of 3.28 shows he can keep the game close.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-108). Both teams have strong pitching, and the Tigers have a low ERA of 2.95. This could lead to a low-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Texas Rangers have a home record of 12-8 but struggle on the road with a 6-12 record.
  • The Detroit Tigers have a strong division record of 8-2 this season.
  • During a recent game against the Boston Red Sox, Tucker Barnhart of the Texas Rangers went 3 for 3.
  • Detroit Tigers pitcher Casey Mize struck out 8 batters in 6 innings against the Colorado Rockies.
  • In a game against the Los Angeles Angels, Trey Sweeney of the Detroit Tigers had 6 RBIs.

Rangers vs Tigers Preview

The Texas Rangers head to Comerica Park to play against the Detroit Tigers on Friday night. The Rangers will have Patrick Corbin on the mound. Corbin has a 2-1 record this season with an ERA of 3.28. He has pitched 24 2/3 innings in five starts.

The Tigers will rely on Tarik Skubal for this game. Skubal has been strong with a 3-2 record and a 2.21 ERA. He has pitched 40 2/3 innings in seven starts. Fans can expect a competitive game with these two pitchers leading their teams.

Detroit Tigers: Home Team Overview

The Detroit Tigers have strong hitters this season. Spencer Torkelson leads the team with a .254 batting average and 10 home runs. Riley Greene follows closely with a .259 average and 8 home runs. Zach McKinstry stands out with a .282 batting average. He has contributed 16 RBIs and 20 runs. This makes him a key player for the Tigers’ lineup. On the mound, Tarik Skubal is the starting pitcher. He has a 3-2 record with a 2.21 ERA. Skubal’s 48 strikeouts show his ability to control games.

Texas Rangers: Away Team Overview

The Texas Rangers have some strong hitters this season. Adolis García has played 37 games and has a .233 batting average. He has hit 5 home runs and has 20 RBIs. Wyatt Langford has a higher average at .279 and leads the team with 6 home runs. Josh Smith adds to the lineup with a .320 batting average. He has scored 16 runs, which is the highest on the team. His on-base percentage is .397, showing he gets on base often. Patrick Corbin is the starting pitcher for the Rangers. He has a 2-1 record with a 3.28 ERA. In 24 2/3 innings, he has struck out 17 batters.

Final Betting Pick

The Rangers as underdogs at +214 is a solid pick. Patrick Corbin has an ERA of 3.28, indicating he can keep the game close. The Rangers have a decent home record of 12-8, which might give them an edge.

The under 7.5 prediction is based on both teams’ strong pitching. The Tigers have a team ERA of 2.95, and Tarik Skubal has an ERA of 2.21. These stats suggest a low-scoring game, making the under a reasonable choice.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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