Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Detroit Tigers vs. Cleveland Guardians, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday, May 8th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Tigers vs. Guardians
The Tigers take on the Guardians on Monday, May 8th 2023 at Progressive Field, Cleveland. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Detroit Tigers (15-18) vs. Cleveland Guardians (16-18)
- Date: Monday, May 8th 2023
- Time: 6:10 ET
- Venue: Progressive Field, Cleveland
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Detroit Tigers - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Cleveland, the Tigers have a record of just 15-18. This places the team 3rd in the AL Central. Detroit will be looking to move their record on the road to above .500, as they are currently 7-11 away from home.
With an above .500 record against the runline, Detroit has been favored one times in 33 games played so far. The team's over/under record comes in at 17-15 with an average betting line of 8.
The Tigers will send Joey Wentz to the mound with an overall record of 0-3. Against the Guardians, Joey Wentz is hoping to improve on his current ERA of 6.67. To date, he has a batting average allowed of .268. Opposing hitters have gone deep six times against Joey Wentz, who has a WOBA allowed of .346. With a total of 10 walks, Wentz has a WHIP of 1.41.
Detroit has struggled to score runs this season, currently ranking 29th in scoring with an average of 3.7 runs per game. So far, the Tigers have combined for a team batting average of just .229, placing them 27th in the league. Along with their low batting average, the team has hit just 29 home runs (27th). Detroit's overall OBP of .293 puts them 30th in the league.
Cleveland Guardians - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Cleveland Guardians come into this road contest vs Detroit with a below .500 record (16-18). In the AL Central division standings, the team ranks 2nd. Cleveland has yet to take advantage of playing at home, going just 6-9.
Despite being the favorite in 21 of their 34 games, Cleveland's record against the runline is only 13-21. The team's over/under record comes in at 12-21 with an average betting line of 8.
Making the start for Cleveland is Tanner Bibee, with a record of 1-0. Tanner Bibee heads into action with an ERA of just 2.46. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .238 against him. Tanner Bibee has given up one home run leading to a WOBA allowed of .275. Without giving up a single walk, Bibee has a current WHIP of .91.
This season, runs have been hard to come by for Cleveland, as they are the 28th-ranked scoring team, averaging 3.6 runs per game. Through 34 games, the Guardians have the 29th-ranked batting average at .224. Along with their low batting average, the team has hit just 18 home runs (30th). Throughout the season, Cleveland has struggled to get on base, ranking 26th in OBP (.301).
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Tigers vs. Guardians
Heading into today's matchup between Cleveland and Detroit, the Guardians are the betting favorite at -197 on the moneyline. Cleveland's implied win probability sits at 66.33%. The MLB predictive model shows the Tigers knocking off Cleveland in an upset win. It is recommended to take Detroit on the moneyline with some positive odds.
Recommended Betting Pick: Tigers Moneyline
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