Game 5 of the 2025 ALDS
The decisive Game 5 between the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners is set for Friday evening in the 2025 MLB playoffs. After a 9-3 win in Game 4, the Tigers tied the series at 2-2. George Kirby (10-8, 4.21 ERA) will pitch for the Mariners, while the Tigers will counter with Tarik Skubal (13-6, 2.21 ERA). The winner will face the Toronto Blue Jays in the ALCS.
Timing and Odds
First pitch from T-Mobile Park in Seattle is scheduled for 8:08 p.m. ET. Detroid is favored at -120, while Seattle sits as underdogs at +100. The expected total runs are set at 6.
Before placing any wagers on this matchup, consult SportsLine for predictions and advice.
Team Insights
Mariners’ Key Players
- Cal Raleigh has excelled this postseason, leading with a .438 average and 4 RBIs. He has consistently hit well throughout the series.
- J.P. Crawford boasts a .300 average with one home run and two RBIs.
Seattle is 8-4 as home underdogs and 52-31 at home this season.
Tigers’ Advantages
- Javier Baez leads the Tigers with a .346 average and 9 hits this postseason.
- First baseman Spencer Torkelson has 6 RBIs this postseason and showcased great power during the regular season with 31 home runs.
The Tigers exhibit solid performance trends, sitting at 64-50 after victories and 49-41 post-win.
Making Picks
The SportsLine model is favoring the Over, projecting around 8.2 runs. Check SportsLine for detailed models and picks on this matchup.
