The Tampa Bay Rays are poised to kick off a three-game series against the Detroit Tigers on Monday night as they continue their road trip. After a recent victory over the Minnesota Twins, the Rays bring a record of 49-41, making them tied for second place in the American League East, boasting a solid 21-16 road record for the season. Meanwhile, the Tigers currently lead the AL Central with a record of 57-34 and an impressive home record of 30-14 in 2025.
First pitch from Comerica Park in Detroit is scheduled for 6:40 PM ET. Historically, the Tigers have been dominant against the Rays, having won six of their last nine encounters. According to the DraftKings Sportsbook, Tampa Bay is slightly favored at -118, suggesting a risk of $118 to win $100, with the over/under set at 8.5 runs.
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Why the Rays are Likely to Win
Shane Baz, the Rays’ right-handed pitcher, has shown impressive performance recently. He has struck out six or more batters in each of his last four appearances. In 17 starts this season, he’s recorded 97.2 innings with 11 strikeouts.
Offensively, Jonathan Aranda is experiencing a hot streak, contributing significantly with a .320 batting average, including 17 doubles and 10 home runs in 85 games this season.
Why the Tigers Could Succeed
The Tigers’ left fielder, Riley Greene, is leading the offense with a batting average of .286 and notable 22 homers and 71 RBIs this season. His recent performance includes a two-run homer in a recent match.
Zach McKinstry, the third baseman, is also performing well, consistently batting .285 with contributions across multiple games, including a recent standout performance against Washington.
Making Predictions for Rays vs. Tigers
SportsLine’s model is currently expecting a combined total of 8.9 runs, suggesting that there is a lot of value on one side of the money line. For those interested in detailed betting lines and team picks, refer to SportsLine for the latest insights.
