Predictions and Bets for Tigers vs. Guardians: MLB Picks for July 5, 2025
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Predictions and Bets for Tigers vs. Guardians: MLB Picks for July 5, 2025

An analysis of the matchup between the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians, complete with predictions, odds, and best player prop bets.

The Detroit Tigers (55-34) journey to face the Cleveland Guardians (40-45) in an AL Central showdown this Saturday. In their previous encounter, Detroit triumphed over Cleveland with a score of 2-1, marking the Guardians’ eighth consecutive loss. On the other hand, this win helped the Tigers halt a two-game losing streak.

  • Pitchers: Logan Allen (5-6, 4.27 ERA) for Cleveland and Casey Mize (8-2, 2.86 ERA) for Detroit are set to take the mound.
  • Game Time: First pitch is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. ET from Progressive Field in Cleveland.
  • Betting Odds: Detroit is favored at -134 (bet $134 to win $100), while Cleveland stands as a +113 underdog (bet $100 to win $113). The over/under for total runs is 9.

Before placing any bets on the Tigers vs. Guardians, it’s essential to review predictions from the SportsLine projection model, which simulates each MLB game 10,000 times and is currently on a profitable run.

Best Bets for Tigers vs. Guardians

Here are the top three recommended bets for Saturday’s game:

  1. Spencer Torkelson Over 0.5 hits (-225)
  2. Steven Kwan Under 1.5 Hits (-250)
  3. Casey Mize Over 4.5 strikeouts (+105)

Additional Insights

Spencer Torkelson has shown significant performance this season with 19 home runs and 55 RBIs, maintaining an eight-game hitting streak recently. Meanwhile, while Kwan has been consistent with the bat, the downward trend in his recent games makes the under a strong consideration. Casey Mize has also been in excellent form, winning three consecutive games, making for an interesting challenge against the Guardians.

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