The Detroit Tigers are set to clash with the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on July 22, 2024, with the first pitch scheduled for 6:40 PM under expected light rain conditions. Tarik Skubal, who boasts an impressive ERA of 2.405, will take the mound for the Tigers. On the other side, Carlos Carrasco, with an ERA of 5.023, will pitch for the Guardians.

As of the 2024 season within the AL Central Division, the Detroit Tigers are ranked 10th with a record of 49-51, translating to a .490 winning percentage. They hold a divisional record of 16-13, placing them 4th in the division. The Tigers have shown decent form lately, securing 7 wins in their last 10 outings, despite being on a one-game losing streak. They have balanced home and away records, sporting 24-24 at home and 25-27 on the road. The Tigers have scored 429 runs and allowed 432.

In contrast, the Cleveland Guardians hold the 2nd spot in the AL Central with a 59-39 record, a .600 winning percentage, establishing them as strong contenders. They are currently 1st in the division with a 15-13 record against divisional opponents. The Guardians have a robust home record of 31-13 but have been less effective on the road with a 28-26 record. They have scored 462 runs while conceding 378.

Betting Insights: The game’s betting odds feature a point spread of 1.5 in favor of the Guardians. The over/under for the game is set at 7.5 runs, indicating expectations of a moderately scoring game. Betters looking to place money on the teams directly will find the Tigers at -118 and the Guardians at +100. These odds suggest a slight edge to the Tigers, reflecting Skubal’s strong pitching performance this season, but the Guardians’ robust home record and overall better team performance could sway some opinions.