Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Detroit Tigers 7/12/24 – As the MLB season progresses, the matchup between the Los Angeles Dodgers (55-39) and the Detroit Tigers (45-49) at Comerica Park on July 12, 2024, draws significant attention from baseball enthusiasts and bettors alike. This game, set for a 6:40 PM ET start, pits a strong Dodgers team against the Tigers, who are looking to climb back to a .500 win percentage. Fans and bettors seeking free baseball picks will find this game particularly intriguing given the contrasting fortunes and stats of the two teams.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Detroit Tigers 7/12/24
| When: | Friday, July 12, 2024, at 6:40 PM ET |
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| Where: | Comerica Park |
| TV: | — |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Detroit Tigers 7/12/24
| Team | RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Dodgers | +1.5 (-204) | 8 over (-127) | +111 |  |
| Tigers | -1.5 (+163) | 8 under (-101) | -132 | |
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The betting odds for this game show the Dodgers as slight underdogs on the moneyline at +111, despite having a better record than the Tigers. The spread also favors the Dodgers to keep it close, with a +1.5 at -204, indicating oddsmakers’ belief in a tight contest. The total is set at 8 runs, with a lean towards the over for the Dodgers, considering their recent high-scoring games.
James Paxton (7-2, 4.24 ERA) vs. Tarik Skubal (10-3, 2.37 ERA)
James Paxton has been good with the Dodgers especially as a starter where he sits with a 7-2 record albeit a high ERA of 4.24. Analyzing his ERA, WHIP 1.4 over 80.2 innings pitched, we can conclude that he could endure pressure, although the number of walks, homers indicated some weaknesses. Paxton will also soar with the strikeout against Tigers and his play will be vital against a batting lineup that is a bit uninspiring.
On the other hand, the bright spot for the Tigers is Tarik Skubal. Currently, Skubal has posted a 10-3 win-loss record and a very good ERA of 2.37 thus making him one of the best pitchers in the current season. This as indicated by his WHIP of 0.9 and the number of batters he struck out 132/110 innings pitched. Skubal’s capacity and utilization of base runners have been dramatized due to fewer walks and hits which has made him a strong pitcher on the mound.
Analyzing the Dodgers’ Offensive Prowess
The Dodgers batters have a batting average of .255 and an slugging of .437 highlighting they are capable of both making good contact and scoring many runs 462 runs scored. Therefore, their 125 home runs exhibit substantial muscle, albeit accompanied by a credible .334 on base average. However, their recent games are not very consistent and they will have to overcome this weakness if at all they are to exploit their good hitting statistics against Skubal’s impressive pitching.
Tigers’ Tactical Play: A Closer Look
Looking at the team batting average, Detroit has lesser numbers than the Dodgers, totaling at .231 batting average and .382 slugging. They have scored 385 runs and achieved 94 Home runs which inflicts them with some oratory in terms of creating runs. But their recent trend indicates a positive change, at least their pitchers, spearheaded by Skubal, have tried to offset the team’s poor batting by making games tight and tight.
Trends
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 9 of LA Dodgers’ last 12 games.
LA Dodgers are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games.
Dodgers are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games against Detroit.
LA Dodgers are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games on the road.
LA Dodgers are 2-6 SU in their last 8 games when playing on the road against Detroit.
Detroit Tigers Betting Trends
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Detroit’s last 12 games.
Detroit are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Detroit’s last 8 games against LA Dodgers.
The total has gone OVER in 13 of Detroit’s last 19 games at home.
Detroit are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games when playing at home against LA Dodgers.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Detroit Tigers Betting Picks
This matchup suggests a tightly contested game, with both teams showing strengths that could influence the outcome. The Dodgers, despite recent struggles, have a powerful lineup that could challenge Skubal. However, Detroit’s recent form and home advantage, combined with Skubal’s elite pitching, might tilt the odds in their favor. Considering the betting trends and the over tendency in both teams’ recent games, the total going over seems like a plausible pick.
In terms of straight picks, the Tigers, given their form and Skubal’s control on the mound, appear to be the safer bet. Bettors should look at prop bets involving strikeouts for Skubal and possibly total bases for the Dodgers’ hitters. For those looking at top betting sites, exploring alternative lines and live betting options during the game could provide additional value.
Score Prediction: Tigers 5, Dodgers 4.
