Detroit Tigers vs. Seattle Mariners 8/7/24 MLB Betting Picks

Detroit Tigers vs. Seattle Mariners 8/7/24 – As the Detroit Tigers (62-49) prepare to face off against the Seattle Mariners (59-63) this Wednesday, these baseball matchups offer both teams loads of intriguing MLB free picks today. The match will take place at the iconic T-Mobile Park on August 7, 2024, at 9:40 PM ET; and it comes during a critical time in each team’s schedule as they battle through the rigors of another regular season. Watchers can view live coverage on ESP+, with additional streaming options from MLB.TV.

Detroit Tigers vs. Seattle Mariners 8/7/24

Detroit Tigers vs. Seattle Mariners 8/7/24

Team	RL	TOTAL	ML
Tigers	TBD	TBD	TBD
Mariners	TBD	TBD	TBD

First strikeout of Brant Hurter's major league career 👏 pic.twitter.com/HtlJYhQ1G8

— Detroit Tigers (@tigers) August 4, 2024

The betting lines for this contest remain under wraps, but considering the season’s trends, a closely contested game is anticipated. Bettors should keep a keen eye on updates regarding odds, as these could offer valuable insights into potential outcomes.

Keider Montero (1-5, 6.18 ERA) vs. George Kirby (8-7, 3.04 ERA)

The Tigers’ Keider Montero has seen a challenging season that has included a 1-5 record and an ERA of 6.18. In spite of pitching 43.2 innings and racking up 34 strikeouts, Montero’s performance has been marred by allowing 48 hits as well as eleven home runs. His struggles on the mound could be vital in this match up particularly against a team that can attack aggressively.

On the other hand, George Kirby brings a better win/loss record into this game at 8-7 and a respectable ERA of 3.04 for the Seattle Mariners. Over his tenure of pitching in 136 innings, Kirby has kept a firm grip on the ball by striking out a total of one hundred thirty-one batters with only fifteen walks; something that we cannot say about his opponent of today’s game, Montero who is yet to have such control this season. For the Mariners, it will be crucial for Kirby to keep opposing teams’ score low by having them hit few balls and avoiding giving away many scoring opportunities to their adversaries.

In-Depth Team Analysis: Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers are hitting at a .229 average this season, with 468 runs and 114 home runs. While their on-base percentage (.295) and slugging percentage (.382) are not the highest, they reflect a team that can capitalize on opportunities. However, their pitching stats, including a team ERA of 4.02 and a WHIP of 1.22, suggest there might be vulnerabilities, especially when facing teams with aggressive batting strategies.

Mariners’ Strategic Overview

The Seattle Mariners, although trailing behind in batting average at .219, have a slightly better on-base percentage (.303) and have hit 130 home runs. Their pitching strength, evident from an ERA of 3.46 and a WHIP of 1.08, positions them as a formidable opponent, particularly in games that demand tight pitching and strategic play.

Trends

Detroit Tigers Betting Trends

Tigers are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Detroit Tigers are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the spread
Tigers are 30-26 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Tigers’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 31 of Tigers’ 56 last games at home

Seattle Mariners Betting Trends

Mariners are 3-2 in their last 5 games.
Seattle Mariners are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Mariners are 25-31 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 4 of Mariners’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 19 of Mariners’ 56 last games at home