Tigers vs Guardians: Greene and Skubal Face Off in Wild Card Round Opener
The Detroit Tigers, led by left fielder Riley Greene, face the Cleveland Guardians in Game 1 of the Wild Card round on Tuesday. Greene, with a .258 batting average and 36 home runs, has been a powerhouse for the Tigers' offense. The Guardians, who won the division by a narrow margin, are ready to defend their home turf with a 45-36 record this season.
The Tigers will send left-hander Tarik Skubal to the mound. Skubal has had a strong season, posting a 13-6 record and a 2.21 ERA. However, the Tigers have struggled recently, going 2-8 down the stretch and sporting a 41-40 record on the road. The Guardians, on the other hand, have been resilient, overcoming a 15.5-game deficit in July to clinch the division.
Cleveland's offense will be led by left fielder Steven Kwan, who boasts a .272 batting average and 21 stolen bases. The Guardians are expected to start right-hander Gavin Williams, who has a 12-5 record and a 3.06 ERA. The model leans towards an Over on the total, projecting 7.6 runs. The Tigers are favored at -165 on the money line, with the total runs scored set at 6.
Tuesday's game promises to be an exciting matchup between two teams with strong offenses and formidable starting pitchers. The Tigers' recent struggles and the Guardians' remarkable comeback make this Wild Card round game one to watch. With the Tigers favored, but the Guardians proving they can't be counted out, the stage is set for an intriguing contest.
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