In this article, we will formulate a Tigers vs Orioles prediction for this MLB game on Sunday, April 27, at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this MLB matchup.
Baltimore Orioles Betting Preview
The Baltimore Orioles (10-16, 5-10 Away) are struggling right now after losing five of the last six games and are in jeopardy of getting swept by the Detroit Tigers in this series. Prior to this one, the Orioles lost to the Nationals and Reds. In the most recent 6-2 defeat to Detroit, Charlie Morton took the loss after allowing three runs on three hits with three strikeouts and five walks in 3.2 innings.
This year, the Orioles average 4.29 runs per game (14th in the MLB) on a .223/.296/.391 triple-slash. When it comes to pitching, the Orioles’ staff has a 5.25 ERA (30th) and 1.54 WHIP (29th). Cedric Mullins leads the Orioles with a .279 batting average, six home runs, and 20 RBI this season.
Dean Kremer will take the mound for the Orioles on Sunday. The 29-year-old right-hander has a 2-3 record in five starts this year with a 6.84 ERA and 1.60 WHIP in 25.0 innings.
Detroit Tigers Betting Preview
The Detroit Tigers (17-10, 12-3 Home), on the contrary, are in fine form after winning seven of the previous nine games. After defeating the Royals and Padres, the Tigers opened the current series with 4-3 and 6-2 wins over the Orioles. Riley Greene led the offense with three RBI, while Keider Montero pitched for 4.1 innings in a no-decision, allowing one run on four hits with two strikeouts and two walks. Brant Hurter was credited with the win.
This season, the Tigers average 4.48 runs per game (11th in the MLB) on a .246/.323/.387 slash line. Regarding pitching, the Tigers’ staff has a 2.94 ERA (3rd) and 1.10 WHIP (3rd). Spencer Torkelson leads the Tigers with a .263 batting average, eight home runs, and 24 RBI this season.
The projected starting pitcher for the Tigers is Tarik Skubal, who is 2-2 in five starts this season, with a 2.83 ERA and 1.12 WHIP in 28.2 innings.
Why the Tigers will beat the Orioles
- The Tigers have won each of their last seven games at Comerica Park against AL East opponents that held a losing record.
- The Orioles have lost six of their last seven day games against AL Central opponents that held a winning record.
- The Tigers have covered the run line in each of their last six Sunday day games against AL East opponents.
- The Orioles have failed to cover the run line in eight of their last 10 day games against American League opponents that held a winning record.
- The Orioles have trailed after 5 innings in five of their last six games.
- The Tigers have led after 3 innings in each of their last four games against the Orioles.
Total Runs Facts
- Eight of the Tigers’ last nine games as favorites against AL East opponents have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- Each of the Orioles’ last five games have gone UNDER the total runs line.
- The ‘Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs’ market has hit in each of the Tigers’ last six games against AL East opponents.
- The ‘Inning 1 UNDER 0.5 runs’ market has hit in six of the Orioles’ last seven games at Comerica Park.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Tigers rank 3rd in the league for ERA this season (2.91).
- The Tigers rank 4th in the league for hits allowed this season (187).
- The Orioles rank 29th in the league for strikeouts this season (181).
- The Orioles rank 29th in the league for opponent batting average this season (.287).
Tigers vs Orioles Prediction
The Tigers won six of the previous ten H2H encounters, including the last four. I am backing them to make it five in a row as I like the pitching matchup, which favors the Tigers. Tarik Skubal allowed a .184 BA in 49 at-bats against the Orioles, while Dean Kremer allowed a .333 BA in 36 at-bats against the Tigers. Additionally, the Orioles have been awful against southpaws this season, with just a .167 BA in 227 at-bats. Skubal will dominate in this game, and the Tigers will cover the run line. The third-best offense meets the worst defense in the MLB. Say no more.