El Jefe
The Cleveland Guardians (61-53) will host the Detroit Tigers (43-73) again in Cleveland on Tuesday, August 16 at Progressive Field. Each of the rivals will of course be searching for a win as they work their way through the final third of the regular season. Don’t miss the first pitch at 7:10 PM ET!
For context about Tuesday’s regular season game, let’s take a look at how Cleveland and Detroit have managed against each other historically.
This season, these two ball clubs have battled in 10 matchups as the Guardians have claimed victory seven times against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Monday, the Cleveland Guardians came out on top by a score of 5-7. The Guardians scored four runs on three hits, while the Tigers had one run on three hits. We’ll see who comes out on top this time when they meet at Progressive Field.
Betting Preview for the Detroit Tigers vs Cleveland Guardians MLB Game on August 16 2022
Where: Progressive Field in Cleveland, OH
When: Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 7:10 PM ET
Betting on the Detroit Tigers
Record: (44W-74L) | American League Central Standing: 5
The Tigers lost to the Cleveland Guardians 5-7 in their most recent outing on Monday, and we’ll be interested to see if this momentum continues. Overall this season, the team is currently batting .224 thanks in large part to their hottest bat, Harold Castro, who has a batting average of .279. Defensively, they carry an ERA of 4.04 and a .983 fielding percentage. Prior to placing your bet, don’t forget to consult our odds analysis below!
Absences and Injuries
Per the latest inactive report,the Tigers will play without Casey Mize (Elbow), Jacob Rogers (Elbow), Rony García (Bicep), Tarik Skubal (Arm), Spencer Turnbull (Elbow), Austin Meadows (Achilles ), Beau Brieske (Forearm), Michael Pineda (Triceps), and Kyle Funkhouser (Shoulder).
Betting on the Cleveland Guardians
Record: (62W-54L) | American League Central Standing: 1
On Monday, the Guardians defeated the Detroit Tigers. So far this season, the team is currently batting .254 thanks in large part to their top hitter, Andrés Giménez, who has a batting average of .312. On defense, they hold an ERA of 3.79 and a .984 fielding percentage. Make sure you check out our odds assessment below before selecting your picks!
Absences and Injuries
With respect to inactive players in this game, the Guardians are without Cody Morris (Shoulder), Joshua-Douglas Naylor (Ankle), and Anthony Gose (Triceps).
Detroit Tigers vs Cleveland Guardians | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Cleveland Guardians (-220) at FanDuel
The Cleveland Guardians are considered the favorite per oddsmakers in this matchup. The club has been enjoying a great August so far, entering the matchup sporting a winning percentage of 71.43% for this month, a record of 10 victories in total. The winning percentage of the Detroit Tigers on the other hand, is less at 15.38% for this month, accounting a total of two wins.
Over/Under Pick: Under 8.5 Total Runs (-112) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated over/under for this game is under 8.5. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 8.5.
Runline Pick: Cleveland Guardians -1.5 Runs (+100) at FanDuel
The Cleveland Guardians will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover the oddsmakers’ runline of -1.5.
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