Tigers vs. Guardians: AL Central Showdown Betting Preview and Odds - August 16

Tigers vs. Guardians: AL Central Showdown Betting Preview and Odds - August 16

By Michael Peterson

March 1, 2025 at 07:07 PM

The Cleveland Guardians (-228) host the Detroit Tigers at Progressive Field with a 1.5 run line and O/U of 8 runs. After splitting a doubleheader on Monday, this crucial AL Central matchup features two struggling starters.

Detroit Tigers Outlook:

  • Split first two games of series (4-1 loss, 7-5 win)
  • Found offensive rhythm in Game 2 after scoring <4 runs in previous 4 games
  • Garrett Hill starting (2-3, 4.66 ERA)

Cleveland Guardians Outlook:

  • Leading AL Central but failed to sweep Monday's doubleheader
  • Zach Plesac starting (2-10, 4.32 ERA)
  • Need win to maintain division lead

Key Factors:

  • Starting pitching performance critical with both teams using back-end rotation arms
  • Guardians must manage pressure as favorites in important division game
  • Tigers looking to play spoiler role

Game Details:

  • Location: Progressive Field
  • First Pitch: TBD
  • Betting Line: Guardians -228
  • Run Line: -1.5
  • Over/Under: 8 runs

Detroit Tigers vs Cleveland Guardians betting preview

Detroit Tigers vs Cleveland Guardians betting preview

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