A very warm Saturday afternoon at the Oakland Coliseum is ready with the Detroit Tigers (71-71) facing the Oakland Athletics (62-80). This is yet another important match in the MLB calendar. As both these sides are fighting for a better position as the season ends, this matchup is rich with ramifications. Probably the most awaited exclusive reviews and predictions of today attempt to do their best to reveal the nature of this game, which promises to be full of action.
Tigers vs. Athletics 9/7/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 4:07 PM ET |
| Where: | Oakland Coliseum |
| Watch: | BSDET, ESPN, MLB.TV |
| Tigers odds: | -105 Moneyline |
| Athletics odds: | -112 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 8 |
Tigers (71-71) vs. Athletics (62-80)
The Detroit Tigers, aside from the few bright spots, seem to be a pretty dull team, as evidenced by their average reflects in the season to date. The last five particular games should make their present situation more straightforward. Their last encounter was with the Athletics, and the previous two were in a series against the Padres and the Athletics. This last game was a losing effort against Oakland in the end (6-7). Before this, they also played the Padres and split the series, which shows that they can play at a high level but need help closing out games.
| Detroit Tigers Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 6, 2024 | OAK | 6-7 | Lose |
| Sep 5, 2024 | SD | 4-3 | Win |
| Sep 4, 2024 | SD | 5-6 | Lose |
| Sep 2, 2024 | SD | 0-3 | Lose |
| Sep 1, 2024 | BOS | 4-2 | Win |
On the flip side, despite a poor win-loss record, the Oakland Athletics have established a formidable record at home. Their last few matches clearly show they can attack and defend well. In their last game, the Athletics defeated their opponents and outplayed the Tigers, winning the match with a score of 7 to 6. This was after they came from a series with the Mariners where they won 2 games and lost the rest, nevertheless quite painfully, showing how chaotic they have been this season.
| Oakland Athletics Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 6, 2024 | DET | 7-6 | Win |
| Sep 5, 2024 | SEA | 4-6 | Lose |
| Sep 4, 2024 | SEA | 3-16 | Lose |
| Sep 3, 2024 | SEA | 3-2 | Win |
| Sep 2, 2024 | SEA | 5-4 | Win |
Brant Hurter (3-1, 3.25 ERA) vs. Brady Basso (0-0, 5.4 ERA)
Brant Hurter, the starting pitcher of the Tigers, has been the pillar of consistency so far this season. Hurter has been solid with the ball, with stats reflecting an earned run average of 3.25 and WHIP of 0.94. In 27.2 innings pitched to this date, his hit rate has been low as well as his ability to exact precision strikes on the opposing team. Keeping his runs down will be necessary, especially against an Athletics offense starting to hit its stride.
In contrast, Brady Basso makes his way to the mound for the Athletics but not before seeking redemption. Basso is making only his second appearance, having had a busted ERA of 5.4 in his starting game. However, his WHIP of 0.9 suggests he can be effective if given the right situation. His task will be to contain Tigers batters who, even when off balance, go after short strikes kosher to any hurler.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Tigers -1.5 (+167), Total Odds: 8
The current betting odds reflect a tight contest with the Tigers slightly favored on the moneyline but given a challenging spread to cover. The total set at 8 runs aligns with recent trends showing a propensity for both high-scoring affairs and tight, low-scoring games by both teams.
Tigers Betting Trends
Detroit’s betting trends indicate a tendency towards lower-scoring games, with the total going UNDER in 7 of their last 10 games. This trend is emphasized in matchups against American League West teams, pointing to strategic plays and strong pitching dictating the pace of their games.
Athletics Betting Trends
In contrast, Oakland has seen the total go OVER in 5 of their last 6 games, driven by their ability to score but also their vulnerability in pitching, making higher-scoring games more likely when they play.
Tigers vs. Athletics 9/7/24 Betting Picks
Based on the present form as well as the historical data, this game should be considered an Athletics victory but especially due to the recent series played at their Orioles. Tiger’s pitching with Hurter in it may be just about to do the trick. Gambling on a low scoring close contest may not be such a bad idea due to recent UNDER trends featuring the Tigers.
With respect to Free MLB parlay picks, addressing the spread of +1.5 Athletics in this case might be a reasonable bet since they tend to play majority home- sides very close. Regarding the outcome of the game, it may be wise to stick with the under in this match due to the pitching domination and previous pattern suggested.