Though the current Major League Baseball season appears to be a success, the match between the Detroit Tigers and the San Diego Padres in Petco Park will be highly crucial. The Tigers have a record of almost even at 70-69, while the Padres have a stronghold at 79-61. This game, set for Wednesday, gives a good insight into the two teams who have gone different ways this season. For bettors and handicappers top predictions, this game is important to watch and essential to analyze.
Tigers vs. Padres 9/4/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 9:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Petco Park |
| Watch: | MLBN, BSDET, ESPN |
| Tigers odds: | +153 ML |
| Padres odds: | -182 ML |
| Total Line: | 8 |
Tigers (70-69) vs. Padres (79-61)
The Detroit Tigers’ performance has been commendable in the games played as they have been performing just slightly above .500 mark. In the last five games, it is evident that this team is getting the rhythm at a timely time. They have won some matches against teams such as the Boston Red Sox but have lost a few games, including the last one, which was a 0-3 loss to the Padres, and this shows some disparities in their performance.
| Tigers Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 2, 2025 | SD | 0-3 | Lose |
| Sep 1, 2025 | BOS | 4-1 | Win |
| Aug 31, 2024 | BOS | 2-1 | Win |
| Aug 30, 2024 | BOS | 5-7 | Lose |
| Aug 29, 2024 | LAA | 0-3 | Lose |
However, looking at the wins on home ground, the Padres have also established themselves as one of the nearest competitors. The last five games of the season indicate an ability to recover from defeats. For instance, after the 4-11 defeat to Tampa Bay, the team rewarded their supporters with a series of victories. Such dauntless factors play a crucial role in their higher ranking and offer them a mental advantage whenever they play the Tigers at home.
| Padres Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 2, 2025 | DET | 3-0 | Win |
| Sep 1, 2025 | TB | 4-3 | Win |
| Aug 31, 2024 | TB | 4-11 | Lose |
| Aug 30, 2024 | TB | 13-5 | Win |
| Aug 29, 2024 | STL | 1-4 | Lose |
Keider Montero (4-6 W-L, 5.17 ERA) vs. Yu Darvish (4-3 W-L, 3.2 ERA)
The pitching matchup tonight has Keider Montero for the Tigers up against Yu Darvish of the Padres. Montero has not been consistent throughout the season after recording a 5.17 ERA, along with a WHIP of 1.35. His performance has been marred by allowing too many hits and home runs, as noticed in his last few outings. What will help in a pitcher-friendly park is his ability to keep the ball in play and limit walks.
Contrarily, Yu Darvish is a league apart and boasts an ERA of an appreciable 3.2 and a WHIP of 1.07. The Padres have benefitted from Darvish’s command, strikeout capabilities, and low walk rate. His composure and experience on the mound become dangerous assets, and everything tonight will most likely determine the game’s outcome.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Padres -1.5 (+114), Total Odds: 8
The betting lines lean towards the Padres, reflecting their superior record and home advantage. The spread at -1.5 +114 suggests confidence in San Diego’s ability to cover, while the total at 8 runs anticipates a relatively moderate scoring game, considering the pitching strengths, particularly of Darvish.
Tigers Betting Trends
Detroit’s recent games display a pattern where the total aggregate does not go over, as six out of the last seven contests by the team have resulted in the UNDER. It is radical and contrary to what experts predict but considering the surprises they can deliver it could be fair for a fan who wants to take a risk for the thrills.
Padres Betting Trends
San Diego is one of the best teams playing at home and has won in ten out of the last thirteen at Petco Park. The record against the American league teams suggests a lot of aggressiveness, as we see it in eight out of ten games within the last ten interleague games. This particular trend might affect betting patterns, especially on offenses.
Tigers vs. Padres 9/4/24 Betting Picks
In conclusion, although the Tigers exhibit some competitiveness, the advantages of the Padres’ strong home form and their fiery pitcher, Darvish, outbalance them. The use of the spread for betting placement favors the Padres, but a closer examination of the OVER UNDER line is warranted based on the present pitching and recent trends.
Those who seek free baseball betting tips will warm to prop bets based on individual players, particularly the number of strikeouts and RBIs. Of note, however, is that with these odds, the Padres win remains the best option – especially at home, where the team could do with as much help as possible to secure their postseason aspirations.