Detroit (86-76) at Houston (88-73)
- When: Oct 1 2024, 2:32 PM
- Where: Minute Maid Park, Houston
- Where to watch: ABC
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Detroit Tigers @ Houston Astros
Moneyline
Detroit Tigers +128
Houston Astros -153
Detroit Tigers @ Houston Astros
Runline
Detroit Tigers 1.5 (-185)
Houston Astros -1.5 (+160)
Detroit Tigers @ Houston Astros
Total
Over 6.5 (-105)
Under 6.5 (-115)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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Probable Pitchers:
Detroit: Tarik Skubal (18-4, 2.39)
Houston: Framber Valdez (15-7, 2.91)
Team Stats
| Tigers | Astros | |
| 86-76 | Record | 88-73 |
| 43-38 | Away & Home | 42-38 |
| 7-3 | Last 10 | 6-4 |
| L2 | Streak | W2 |
Game Preview
The Houston Astros overcame a tough start to secure their fourth consecutive American League West title, now entering their matchup against the Detroit Tigers in the American League wild-card series with significant postseason experience. The series kicks off Tuesday with a showdown between left-handed aces: Detroit’s Tarik Skubal (18-4, 2.39 ERA, 228 strikeouts) and Houston’s Framber Valdez (15-7, 2.91 ERA).
Skubal, who won the AL pitching triple crown, is making his postseason debut with a Tigers team that hasn’t reached the playoffs since 2014. In contrast, the Astros are making their ninth postseason appearance in ten years, boasting two World Series titles and a history of success in the playoffs.
Tigers manager A.J. Hinch, who previously led the Astros during their successful run, hopes to impart his playoff experience to a relatively inexperienced squad. He humorously noted the importance of managerial experience over that of the players, emphasizing that the team will learn quickly in a playoff atmosphere.
Both teams have arrived at the postseason through similar paths. The Astros rallied from a ten-game deficit in the AL West, while the Tigers capitalized on a late-season collapse by the Minnesota Twins, winning 18 of their final 26 games to secure their spot.
Astros manager Joe Espada acknowledged the Tigers’ improvement, noting their maturity and reduced mistakes as key factors in their recent success. Valdez’s postseason performance has been inconsistent; he excelled during the Astros’ 2022 championship run but struggled in the 2023 postseason. However, following a strong second half of the season, Valdez aims to deliver a top-notch performance as the Astros face the formidable Skubal.
MLB Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Detroit 3-2
The Pick: Detroit +128 & Under 6½ (-115)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $426
- MLB Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
