With the MLB regular season coming to a close, it’s a must win situation for the Tampa Bay Rays and the Detroit Tigers this Tuesday at Comerica Park. Here with both teams sitting close to the .500, it is a game that could determine whether or not they remain afloat in postseason contention. Tampa Bay at a record of 78-78 wants to make it to .500 and above whereas Detroit which is at 82-74 rather healthy, seeks to maintain its position. If you are looking for some daily sports premium picks, this match offers an interesting set of variables and all possible outcomes to consider this one.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Detroit Tigers 9/24/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 1:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Comerica Park |
| Watch: | BSDET, ESPN, MLB.TV |
| Rays odds: | +139 Moneyline |
| Tigers odds: | -164 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 6.5 |
Tampa Bay Rays (78-78) vs. Detroit Tigers (82-74)
The Rays have shown remarkable resilience lately, pulling off a series of narrow victories that demonstrate their knack for clutch performance. In their last five games, Tampa Bay managed to secure four wins against formidable opponents like Toronto and Boston, showcasing a strong pitching staff that consistently stifles opposition offenses. Particularly notable was their ability to hold these high-caliber teams to two or fewer runs in four out of these five contests.
| Tampa Bay Rays Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 22, 2024 | TOR | 4-3 | Win |
| Sep 21, 2024 | TOR | 3-2 | Win |
| Sep 20, 2024 | TOR | 1-0 | Win |
| Sep 19, 2024 | BOS | 2-0 | Win |
| Sep 18, 2024 | BOS | 1-2 | Lose |
On the other side, the Detroit Tigers also bring a strong recent record into this game, with four wins in their last five games. Their ability to score effectively and pull ahead in close games, as seen in their recent victories over Baltimore and Kansas City, speaks volumes about their offensive capabilities. This performance streak has helped them maintain a competitive edge in the American League standings.
| Detroit Tigers Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 22, 2024 | BAL | 4-3 | Win |
| Sep 21, 2024 | BAL | 6-4 | Win |
| Sep 20, 2024 | BAL | 1-7 | Lose |
| Sep 18, 2024 | KC | 4-2 | Win |
| Sep 17, 2024 | KC | 3-1 | Win |
Ryan Pepiot (8-6, 3.64 ERA) vs. Tarik Skubal (17-4, 2.48 ERA)
Ryan Pepiot of the Rays has been quite good this season with a respectable 3.64 earned run average in 121 innings pitched. One of his performance highs was the small number of hits and walks he allowed, which of course helped his winning percentage. Ryan Pepiot’s ability to record outs with strikeouts at appropriate moments and against an opponent like this would be useful, especially since the Tigers have been hitting the ball well of late.
On the other hand, Tarik Skubal has been the most impressive pitcher in the league this season. Dominating the league with a 17-4 record and an amazing 2.48 earned run average, it is clear as day who is the boss on the mound. This has also been accompanied by a low WHIP and a high strikeout rate, making him a nightmare for the hitters of the Rays. The stages have been set to give the press a good headline as the hands of his dear pitchers are all the rage and the offense of the Rays is also on a new run.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Detroit Tigers -164, Total Odds: 6.5
As of now, the Tigers are the more favored team in the betting stakes and that can be attributed mainly to Skubals’s current form and the Tigers playing in their own backyard. The over the total has failed to be realized in their most recent encounters as evidenced in both teams and this is a pattern that might continue if the strong pitching remains.
Tampa Bay Rays Betting Trends
The Rays are unbeatable when it comes to the Tigers, more so lately, and their away game adaptability winning in Detroit is indeed quite interesting. Since the total has remained UNDER in most of their last few games, it is possible to assume that the scores would be rather low.
Detroit Tigers Betting Trends
The Tigers have an evident positive trend playing in the American League and prevailing in the home games, suggesting that it is no longer a surprise that they remain the favorites. Not to say the most positive sentiments, but the owners of Backers’ bets may have some doubts amid the history of the home games against the Rays.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Detroit Tigers 9/24/24 Betting Picks
Drawing from the outlined analysis of the match and what happened lately, it is evident that both teams are responsible defensively, particularly with ace pitchers on the mound. This suggests a carefully controlled approach, as the game will be hotly contested. Based on recent trends and past statistics, that trend will surely limit scorers. Thus, UNDER is a good bet.
In MLB free predictions, consider backing the Rays to cover +1.5 for value-rend wager options. They performed well against the Tigers away from home over a stretch. Nevertheless, the prop market on total strikeouts is less than a set amount, or individual player performance propositions may be appealing even with overpowering pitching particularities demonstrated.