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