Cleveland (1-1) at Detroit (1-1)
- When: Oct 9 2024, 3:08 PM
- Where: Comerica Park, Detroit
- Where to watch: TBS
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Cleveland Guardians @ Detroit Tigers
Moneyline
Cleveland Guardians -104
Detroit Tigers -116
Cleveland Guardians @ Detroit Tigers
Runline
Cleveland Guardians 1.5 (-235)
Detroit Tigers -1.5 (+195)
Cleveland Guardians @ Detroit Tigers
Total
Over 7.0 (-110)
Under 7.0 (-110)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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Probable Pitchers:
Cleveland: Alex Cobb (2-1. 2.76)
Detroit: Brant Hurter (6-1, 2.58)
Team Stats
| Guardians | Tigers | |
| .183 | Avg. | .226 |
| 1 | HR | 2 |
| 7 | Run | 11 |
| 1.50 | ERA | 2.57 |
Game Preview
Ahead of Game 3 of the American League Division Series, the spacious outfield at Comerica Park has become a focal point for both the Cleveland Guardians and the Detroit Tigers.
After splitting the first two games of the series, with Cleveland winning 7-0 in the opener and Detroit bouncing back with a 3-0 victory thanks to Kerry Carpenter’s ninth-inning three-run homer, both teams are focused on defense.
Cleveland’s right fielder Jhonkensy Noel made a key defensive play, stopping a potential double, highlighting the importance of solid fielding. "Defense wins games," he noted, emphasizing how a single missed play could shift momentum.
With their playoff hopes on the line, the Guardians dedicated a significant portion of practice to refining their outfield skills. Two-time Gold Glove winner Steven Kwan stressed the need to control angles without being overly aggressive.
Starting for the Guardians, Alex Cobb (2-1, 2.76 ERA) returns from injury, hoping to keep the Tigers at bay. He boasts a solid record against Detroit, holding a 2.91 ERA in eight career starts.
The Tigers, meanwhile, are weighing their options for a starting pitcher, with manager A.J. Hinch indicating that 10 of 12 pitchers will be available. Potential candidates include left-handers Tyler Holton, Sean Guenther, or Brant Hurter, especially considering Cleveland’s left-handed-heavy lineup.
Regardless of who takes the mound for Detroit, the Guardians are eager to boost their offense after a lackluster performance in Game 2, where they managed only three hits. Rookie Brayan Rocchio made history with a double in both of his postseason games, while the Tigers’ Justyn-Henry Malloy is performing well, hitting .667 in the postseason.
As the stakes rise, the matchup presents intriguing betting angles, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths and exploit their opponents’ weaknesses.
MLB Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Detroit 3-2
The Pick: Detroit -116 & Under 7 (-110)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $355
- MLB Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
