The Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners are set to play Game 1 of the ALDS on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The game will take place at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, WA, with the first pitch at 8:38 PM. Fans can watch the game on FS1 as the Tigers and Mariners begin their best-of-5 series. The weather forecast predicts light rain, but the retractable roof at T-Mobile Park should keep the game on track.

Tigers vs. Mariners Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Detroit Tigers +181. The Tigers have a solid road record at 41-40 and a strong starting pitcher in Troy Melton, who has a 2.76 ERA.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.0 (-112). Both teams have strong starting pitchers, and recent games show lower scores, suggesting a low-scoring game.

Team Trends

• Game 1 of the ALDS will be played at T-Mobile Park in Seattle.
• The Detroit Tigers finished the regular season with a road record of 41-40.
• The Seattle Mariners ended the regular season with a strong home record of 51-30.
• In their last game, the Detroit Tigers won 6-3 against the Cleveland Guardians.
• The Seattle Mariners lost their last game 6-1 to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Tigers vs Mariners Preview

The Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners kick off their ALDS series at T-Mobile Park. The Tigers send Troy Melton to the mound. Melton has been reliable with a 2.76 ERA and a WHIP of 1.01. He will aim to keep the Mariners’ bats quiet in this crucial playoff game.

On the other side, the Mariners will rely on George Kirby. Kirby has a 4.21 ERA and a WHIP of 1.19. As the series opener unfolds, both teams will look to gain an early advantage. The retractable roof will ensure the game proceeds smoothly despite the rain forecast. Fans can catch the action on FS1.

Seattle Mariners: Key Players and Stats

The Seattle Mariners have a strong lineup of hitters. Cal Raleigh leads the team with 60 home runs, ranking first in the league. His batting average is .247, and he has played 159 games this season. Eugenio Suárez is another key player for the Mariners. He has hit 49 home runs and has a batting average of .228. Suárez also ranks second on the team in runs and RBI. George Kirby is the starting pitcher for the Mariners. His ERA is 4.21, and he has a win-loss record of 10-8. Kirby will be an important player on the mound in the upcoming game.

Detroit Tigers: Key Players and Game Outlook

The Detroit Tigers have a solid lineup. Spencer Torkelson leads the team with 31 home runs. He has a batting average of .240 and has played 155 games this season. Gleyber Torres is another important player for the Tigers. He has hit 16 home runs and has a batting average of .256. Torres is second on the team in both runs and RBI. Troy Melton will start on the mound for the Tigers. His ERA is 2.76, and he has a win-loss record of 3-2. Melton’s performance will be key in the upcoming game.

Final Betting Pick

The Detroit Tigers are a good pick for the money line at +181. Their road record stands at 41-40, showing they can perform away from home. Troy Melton, with a 2.76 ERA, strengthens their chances. His solid pitching can keep the game tight, giving the Tigers a chance to win.

The under 7.0 prediction is also strong. Both teams have good starting pitchers, with Melton and George Kirby on the mound. Recent games for both teams have shown lower scores, suggesting this game could be low-scoring too. This makes the under 7.0 a reasonable choice.

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