Tigers vs. Padres Prediction: Can Detroit Snap their Losing Streak?

by | Last updated Sep 5, 2024 | mlb

Detroit Tigers vs San Diego Padres – MLB Betting Preview & Predictions

Date: Thursday, September 5th, 8:40 ET

Location: PETCO Park

TV: BSDET

Betting Odds

  • Money Line: Det +130/SD -155
  • Total Line: 8.5

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Betting Preview

Here’s our betting preview for the upcoming MLB clash between the San Diego Padres and the Detroit Tigers on Thursday, September 5th at PETCO Park. We provide you with a comprehensive analysis, odds, and predictions to help with your handicapping decision or tail our expert based on the projected lineups and listed starting pitchers.

Betting Odds Breakdown

ML RL Total
DET +130 +1.5 O 8.5 (-111)
SD -155 -1.5 U 8.5 (-111)

Casey Mize will start for the Tigers as they travel to face the Padres at PETCO Park in San Diego. The Padres are favored on the money line, with odds sitting at -155, while the Tigers are at +130. The over/under line is currently at 8.5 runs.

Tigers vs. Padres Projected Lineups

Detroit Tigers

Player Batting Order Position
Matt Vierling 1 CF
Andy Ibáñez 2 2B
Colt Keith 3 DH
Riley Greene 4 LF
Spencer Torkelson 5 1B
Kerry Carpenter 6 RF
Jace Jung 7 3B
Jake Rogers 8 C
Ryan Kreidler 9 SS
Casey Mize SP

San Diego Padres

Player Batting Order Position
Luis Arraez 1 DH
Fernando Tatis Jr. 2 RF
Jurickson Profar 3 LF
Jake Cronenworth 4 1B
Manny Machado 5 3B
Xander Bogaerts 6 2B
Jackson Merrill 7 CF
Kyle Higashioka 8 C
Mason McCoy 9 SS
Martín Pérez SP

Straight Up/Over-Under/ Runline Record

  • Detroit Tigers: 70-70 SU / OU 70-66 / Runline 73-67
  • San Diego Padres: 80-61 SU / OU 76-63 / Runline 72-69

The Padres recently took a 6-5 win over the Tigers, capitalizing on a late rally in the 10th inning. Despite solid outings from both teams’ bullpens, the Padres came through with the victory.

Tigers Records & Recent Play

Detroit sits at 70-70 this season and is looking to avoid dropping below .500 today on the road. They’ve lost two straight and trail the Guardians by 10 games in the AL Central. As underdogs, the Tigers are 38-48 this season.

Padres Records & Recent Play

San Diego is 80-61 overall this season and has won three straight games. In the NL West, they are 4.5 games behind the Dodgers. They are a strong bet at home, with a 39-32 record at PETCO Park.

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Pitching Matchup

Casey Mize will start for the Tigers, looking to rebound from his recent struggles. Martín Pérez will take the mound for the Padres, coming off a win in his last start, where he allowed four earned runs over five innings.

Tigers vs. Padres Offense Outlook

The Tigers’ offense has been inconsistent, ranking 22nd in runs per game. They are powered by Riley Greene and Matt Vierling, both of whom have been productive at the plate. The Padres, meanwhile, boast one of the top offenses in the league, with Jackson Merrill and Manny Machado leading the way.

Free Tigers vs. Padres MLB Pick

With Casey Mize struggling and the Padres’ potent lineup, I see San Diego winning and covering the run line in this matchup. My pick is the Padres to win and cover.

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