Detroit Tigers vs La Angels Picks and Predictions August 28th 2024

Tigers look to ride hot offense in rematch vs. struggling Angels

There does appear to be a chance of rain for Wednesday’s Angels vs. Tigers game in Detroit. The over/under line is currently at 9 runs, and the Tigers are favored on the money line, with their odds sitting at -139. The money line odds for an Angels win are at +115. BSW is carrying this game on TV.

First pitch from Comerica Park is set for 6:40 PM ET. Mason Englert is starting for the Tigers, and he is facing off against Griffin Canning for the Angels. Canning is 54-78, while the Tigers are 67-66, and they are currently 4th in the AL Central. The Angels are 5th in the AL West.

Los Angeles vs. Detroit Key Information

• Teams: Angels at Tigers
• Where: Comerica Park Detroit
• Date: Wednesday, August 28th
• Betting Odds DET -139 | LAA +115 O/U 9

The Angels Can Win If…

Right-hander Griffin Canning is starting for the Angels today as he faces the Tigers on the road. He has made 25 starts this season and has a record of 4-11 with an ERA of 5.18. Canning’s WHIP for the season is 1.37, and opponents are batting .262 off him this year. In his last outing, Canning came out of the bullpen and went six innings, giving up no runs on six hits. Before that, he had given up at least four earned runs in three straight starts. Canning has a home ERA of 5.39 compared to 5.94 on the road.

Los Angeles comes into today’s game with the 27th ranked scoring offense in the league, averaging just 3.9 runs per game. They are also near the bottom of the league in home runs and have a team batting average of just .232. The Angels’ offense has been even worse on the road this season, also averaging 3.9 runs per contest.

Over his last five games, Taylor Ward is hitting .278 for the Angels, and he is also on a seven-game hitting streak. However, the team will need more production from Brandon Drury and Niko Kavadas, as both players have gone just 1/12 in their last four games. Zach Neto and Jo Adell are the Angels’ top home run hitters, with 19 and 18 home runs, respectively.

• The Angels are 1-9 in their last ten games.
• Over their last five games, the Angels are 1-4 vs. the run line.
• Los Angeles has an over/under record of 4-6 in their last ten games.
• The Angels have an average of 2.4 runs per game over their last five games.
• Across their last ten road games, the Angels are 2-8
• Looking back across the Angels last five games as the favorite, they are 1-4
• Los Angeles has gone 0-3 in their last three games as the underdog
• In their ten most recent road games, the Angels have averaged 3.4 runs per game on offense

The Tigers Can Win If…

Right-hander Mason Englert is getting the start for the Tigers today and has made 11 appearances out of the bullpen this season. He has a record of 1-0 and an ERA of 5.95. Opponents have hit .259 off Englert this season, and his WHIP is 1.32. The last time he pitched was on June 24th, where he finished with a no-decision, giving up one earned run in one inning of work. Englert has finished with a no-decision in each of his last four outings. Per nine innings, he has 6.41 strikeouts and just 1.83 walks.

Heading into today’s game, the Tigers are 18th in the league in scoring, averaging 4.3 runs per game. This is the same number of runs they are averaging on the road this season. As a team, they are batting just .234, which is 19th in the league, and have a collective on-base percentage of just .297 (21st). Detroit’s team OPS of .687 is also 20th in the MLB.

Riley Greene has been a bright spot for the Tigers this season, leading the team with 19 homers and 56 RBIs, while batting .262. He has also been swinging a hot bat of late, going 7/21 in his last five games. Colt Keith has also been on a tear, going 11/30 in his last seven games, including one homer and eight RBIs.

• The Tigers are 8-2 in their last ten games.
• Over their last five games, the Tigers are 5-0 vs. the run line.
• Detroit has an over/under record of 4-5-1 in their last ten games.
• The Tigers have an average of 7.8 runs per game over their last five games.
• Across their last ten home games, the Tigers are 6-4
• Looking back across the Tigers last five games as the favorite, they are 5-0
• Detroit has gone 1-2 in their last three games as the underdog
• In their ten most recent road games, the Tigers have averaged 5.2 runs per game on offense

The Lean

For an over/under pick, our lean is on the over, as this is projected to be the 3rd lowest-scoring game of the day. As for who is going to take this one straight-up, we have our lean on the Tigers to pick up the win. Detroit’s offense is our highest projected in the league today in terms of hits allowed, and Mason Englert is our lowest projected starter in terms of earned runs allowed.

The Detroit Tigers have rediscovered their winning ways, matching their season-best five-game win streak as they prepare for the second game of a three-game series against the struggling Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night. With their offense firing on all cylinders, the Tigers are eager to continue their hot streak and climb further above the .500 mark.

Tigers Riding High on Offensive Surge

After a dominant 6-2 victory over the Angels on Tuesday, powered by home runs from Kerry Carpenter, Jake Rogers, and Riley Greene, the Tigers are riding a wave of confidence. All three home runs traveled over 420 feet, with Rogers and Greene’s blasts clearing the center-field wall, a rare feat at Comerica Park.

“Jake and Riley both crushed those balls to an area that’s not typically a home run spot,” said Tigers manager A.J. Hinch. “That shows just how locked in our guys are right now.”

The Tigers’ recent offensive outburst has seen them score 39 runs over their last five games, a stark contrast to earlier in the season. Their potent lineup has capitalized on facing two of the league’s weaker teams, first sweeping the Chicago White Sox before taking the first game from the Angels.

“We know where we stand in the wild-card race, but that doesn’t change our approach,” said Riley Greene. “We’re going out there to win every game, and it’s awesome to see things clicking for us.”

Angels Struggling to Find Their Footing

In stark contrast, the Los Angeles Angels are in the midst of a severe slump. The team has lost six straight games and nine of their last ten, with their offense struggling to produce. Over their last six games, the Angels have managed just 12 runs, often finding themselves on the wrong side of low-scoring affairs.

Right-hander Griffin Canning (4-11, 5.18 ERA) will take the mound for the Angels, coming off his best outing of the season. Canning delivered six shutout innings against the Toronto Blue Jays last Thursday, allowing just two hits and no walks while striking out six in what ended up being a 5-3 loss.

“Griffin looked sharp from the moment he stepped on the mound,” said Angels manager Ron Washington. “Hopefully, he’s figured some things out, and we’ll see that continue tonight.”

However, Canning has struggled on the road this season, posting a 0-8 record with a 5.23 ERA in 12 appearances. Despite a solid track record against the Tigers (2-1, 3.81 ERA in five career starts), he will need to overcome his road woes to give the Angels a chance to snap their losing streak.

Pitching Matchup: Canning vs. Englert

The Tigers will counter with right-hander Mason Englert, who is making only his second career start. Englert has been primarily used out of the bullpen in his 42 career appearances and will be facing the Angels for the first time. His inexperience as a starter adds an element of unpredictability to the game, but the Tigers’ red-hot offense may provide enough support to secure another victory.

Key Factors to Watch

• Tigers’ Offense: With the Tigers averaging nearly eight runs per game during their win streak, look for them to continue their aggressive approach at the plate. The long ball has been a significant weapon, and they’ll aim to keep the pressure on Canning early.
• Angels’ Response: The Angels desperately need their offense to awaken. With just 12 runs in their last six games, they must find a way to support Canning, especially given his struggles on the road. A quick start could help the Angels regain their footing.
• Pitching Duel: While Canning has shown flashes of brilliance, his inconsistency and poor road performance could be pivotal. Englert’s inexperience as a starter could either be a wild card for the Tigers or an opportunity for the Angels to exploit.

Conclusion

The Tigers are playing with renewed confidence, driven by a potent offense and the momentum of a five-game winning streak. Meanwhile, the Angels are searching for answers as they try to halt their slide. With Canning looking to build on his recent success and Englert stepping into a starting role, Wednesday’s matchup promises to be an intriguing contest of two teams moving in opposite directions.

The Tigers are determined to keep their postseason hopes alive, while the Angels are fighting to stop their season from unraveling. It all sets the stage for a compelling showdown at Comerica Park.

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