MLB Prediction: Detroit Tigers vs Cleveland Guardians (Thursday, September 25 at 06:40 PM ET)
Introduction
| Market / Trend | DET | CLE |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +140 | -164 |
| Total (O/U) | 7.5 | |
| Run Line | +1.5 (-150) | -1.5 (123) |
| Last 5 RPG | 2.2 | 5.2 |
| Record | 85–72 | 85–72 |
| Lines: BetMGM, BetRivers, Bovada, Caesars +4 more | ||
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Cleveland Guardians’ 9-1 surge across their last 10 contests contrasts sharply with Detroit Tigers’ 1-9 slump, creating a decisive betting preview for this divisional matchup. The Guardians are thriving offensively while the Tigers are stuck at just 2.3 runs per game over that same span, a gap that directly informs the MLB prediction. With the Guardians controlling rhythm and Detroit Tigers’ bats failing to produce, the edge is firmly on the home side and the total projects conservatively.
Game Time
The action begins at Thursday, September 25 at 06:40 PM ET inside Progressive Field, weather and wind shape scoring.
Odds & Spread Line
- Detroit Tigers: +140
- Cleveland Guardians: -164
Total: 7.5
- Run Line — Detroit Tigers: +1.5 (-150)
- Run Line — Cleveland Guardians: -1.5 (+123)
Latest Team Records
Detroit Tigers: 85-72 (Win %: 0.541)
Cleveland Guardians: 85-72 (Win %: 0.541)
Injury Report
The Detroit Tigers are currently healthy with no major injury concerns.
Cleveland Guardians are missing Ben Lively (Elbow), listed as 60-Day-IL.
Key Player Stats
Detroit Tigers
- Riley Greene: 0.261 AVG, 35 HR, 110 RBI
- Spencer Torkelson: 0.241 AVG, 31 HR, 78 RBI
- Kerry Carpenter: 0.253 AVG, 26 HR, 62 RBI
Cleveland Guardians
- Jose Ramirez: 0.284 AVG, 30 HR, 84 RBI
- Kyle Manzardo: 0.234 AVG, 26 HR, 68 RBI
- Steven Kwan: 0.277 AVG, 11 HR, 56 RBI
Team Analysis
Detroit Tigers
The Tigers’ 0-5 stretch in their last five games with just 2.2 runs per outing highlights a severe offensive slump. Road form has only been marginally positive at 39-38, but that balance has eroded under the weight of recent scoring failures. Even with Riley Greene providing power across the season, the lack of situational hitting has prevented Detroit from converting opportunities into wins.
Spencer Torkelson and Kerry Carpenter have not been able to carry the lineup during this downturn, leaving the Tigers unable to sustain pressure against opposing pitchers. The 1-9 record across the last 10 games further cements their lack of rhythm, with production falling well short of playoff-caliber consistency. This prolonged slide makes Detroit a poor betting side, especially with their offense failing to support an otherwise solid pitching staff.
- Batting Average: 0.247
- Total Runs Scored: 746
- Home Runs: 194
- OBP: 0.316
- SLG: 0.415
- OPS: 0.731
- ERA: 3.97
- WHIP: 1.25
Away Record: 39-38 • Home Record: 46-35
Last 5 Games: 0-5 (2.2 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 1-9 (2.3 RPG)
Cleveland Guardians
The Guardians’ 4-1 record in their last five with 5.2 runs per contest shows a team in peak rhythm. Jose Ramirez continues to anchor the offense with timely production, while Kyle Manzardo’s power has added depth to the middle of the order. This balance has turned Cleveland Guardians’ home field into a reliable betting edge, reflected in their 43-34 home record.
Steven Kwan’s consistency at the plate complements the power bats, giving the Guardians a steady run engine that Detroit simply cannot match right now. Their 9-1 record in the last 10 games spotlights a team surging at the right time with confidence in both phases. With scoring efficiency paired with a strong ERA, Cleveland Guardians’ profile is that of a team bettors can trust to continue outperforming.
- Batting Average: 0.226
- Total Runs Scored: 626
- Home Runs: 164
- OBP: 0.297
- SLG: 0.373
- OPS: 0.67
- ERA: 3.68
- WHIP: 1.26
Away Record: 43-38 • Home Record: 43-34
Last 5 Games: 4-1 (5.2 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 9-1 (4.9 RPG)
Head-to-Head History
Cleveland Guardians lead 5–3 (Last 8 games)
- September 24, 2025: DET 1 @ CLE 5
- September 23, 2025: DET 2 @ CLE 5
- September 18, 2025: CLE 3 @ DET 1
- September 17, 2025: CLE 4 @ DET 0
- September 16, 2025: CLE 7 @ DET 5
- July 06, 2025: DET 7 @ CLE 2
- July 05, 2025: DET 1 @ CLE 0
- July 04, 2025: DET 2 @ CLE 1
Over/Under Trends
Detroit Tigers’ last 10 games have averaged 7.5 total runs, with 5 games that would have cleared today’s total of 7.5.
Cleveland Guardians’ last 10 games have averaged 6.8 combined runs, with 4 games clearing the same number of 7.5.
Moneyline Betting Prediction
The Guardians’ dominant 9-1 form, combined with their superior head-to-head record and reliable home splits, makes them the clear moneyline side. With Jose Ramirez and Steven Kwan fueling consistent run production against a Tigers lineup that has collapsed offensively, Cleveland holds every meaningful edge to extend their streak.
Form and matchup edges favor the Cleveland Guardians — back them.
Over/Under Prediction
Last five form shows the Cleveland Guardians at 5.2 RPG and the Detroit Tigers at 2.2, giving context for the number.
These teams are combining for 7.4 runs per game recently — right around the posted total of 7.5. That points toward the Under 7.5.
Bookmakers
Current MLB odds sourced from: FanDuel, Fanatics, MyBookie.ag, BetRivers, Caesars, DraftKings, Bovada, BetMGM.
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