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Minnesota (52-60) at Detroit (66-48)
- When: Aug 5 2025, 6:40 PM
- Where: Comerica Park, Detroit
- Where to watch: MNNT
Twins vs. Tigers – Game Betting Preview & Prediction
Moneyline: Detroit -147
Spread: Detroit -1.5 (+147)
Total: 8.0
Detroit Tigers Betting Preview
Revenge tour in full swing: Chris Paddack (4-9, 4.77 ERA) gets an immediate shot at his former team—just one start after being traded. After handling the D-backs in his Tigers debut and the Dodgers in his Minnesota finale, he’s suddenly dealing like a man with something to prove.
Paddack’s mindset is sharp, the run support is coming through, and the Tigers are showing urgency in the AL Central race. Monday’s 6-3 win featured three homers, and with their offense heating up, Detroit has the tools to back their starter again Tuesday.
The bullpen is rested, the defense is tight, and motivation is sky-high. Fade at your own risk.
Minnesota Twins Betting Preview
It’s rough in Twins Territory. After selling off before the deadline, Minnesota’s been inconsistent at the plate and even more unreliable on the mound. Now they toss out Zebby Matthews (2-3, 5.67 ERA), who’s been hit or miss literally.
Sure, he blanked the Nationals, but his last outing? Five earned in 4.1 IP against Boston. Detroit’s lineup isn’t forgiving, and Matthews hasn’t faced them before, never a good thing when Comerica Park bats are waking up.
One possible bright spot: rookie Luke Keaschall is set to return, but don’t expect him to single-handedly flip this matchup. Minnesota’s bullpen and starting rotation are both in transition mode.
Prediction
The Tigers have the pitching edge, home momentum, and all the motivation. Minnesota’s inconsistency and thin pitching make it tough to trust them in this spot. Ride with the better rotation, better lineup, and team that’s still chasing something real.
Score Prediction: Tigers 5, Twins 2
Pick: Detroit -1.5 (+147)
Total: Under 8.0 (-102)
- MLB Odds source: MyBookie Sportsbook
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