MLB Spread Trends: Detroit Tigers vs Los Angeles Dodgers - 7/13

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Game Summary

The Detroit Tigers will host the Los Angeles Dodgers at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan. This game is set to take place on July 13, and it promises to be an intriguing matchup between two teams with different trajectories this season. The Tigers are struggling to keep pace with a 45-49 record, while the Dodgers are enjoying a solid season with a 55-39 record. Detroit's probable starting pitcher, Keider Montero, has a 1-2 record with a 4.64 ERA, while Los Angeles will counter with Justin Wrobleski, who holds a 0-1 record with a 7.20 ERA.

Detroit has had its ups and downs this season, with their hitting being a significant area of concern. They rank 21st in the league with 730 hits and 24th with a .231 batting average. On the other hand, the Dodgers have been one of the top offensive teams, ranking 6th in hits (814) and 6th in batting average (.254). Detroit's pitching staff has been relatively decent, with a team ERA of 3.92, ranking 14th. Los Angeles boasts a better ERA at 3.71, placing them 7th in the league.

Key players to watch include Riley Greene for the Tigers, who leads the team with a .266 batting average, 17 home runs, and 48 RBIs. For the Dodgers, Shohei Ohtani is the standout performer with a .314 batting average, 28 home runs, and 66 RBIs. Injuries could also play a role in this game, with the Tigers missing Parker Meadows and Kerry Carpenter, while the Dodgers are without Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Brusdar Graterol.

 

Odds and Betting Lines

Market	Odds
Over/Under	N/A
Spread - Detroit Tigers	+1.5 (-132)
Spread - Los Angeles Dodgers	-1.5 (+110)
Moneyline - Detroit Tigers	N/A
Moneyline - Los Angeles Dodgers	N/A

 

Pitching Probables

Pitcher	Team	W-L	ERA	Strikeouts
Keider Montero	Detroit Tigers	1-2	4.64	19
Justin Wrobleski	Los Angeles Dodgers	0-1	7.20	4

 

Team Previews

Detroit Tigers

The Tigers have struggled offensively this season, ranking 21st in hits and 24th in batting average. Riley Greene has been a bright spot, leading the team in several offensive categories. Their pitching staff, led by Keider Montero, has been decent with a team ERA of 3.92. However, their defense has been an issue, with 56 errors ranking them 6th worst in the league.

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Dodgers have been strong both offensively and defensively. They rank 6th in hits and batting average, and their team ERA of 3.71 is impressive. Shohei Ohtani has been their standout player, leading in batting average, home runs, and RBIs. The pitching staff, despite some injuries, has performed well, and their defense, although not perfect, has been adequate.

 

Team Injuries

Detroit Tigers

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Parker Meadows	CF	Hamstring	Expected to be out until at least Jul 19
Kerry Carpenter	RF	Back	Expected to be out until at least Aug 1

Los Angeles Dodgers

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Yoshinobu Yamamoto	SP	Shoulder	Expected to be out until at least Aug 19
Brusdar Graterol	RP	Shoulder	Expected to be out until at least Jul 30

 

Betting Trends

• The Tigers are 45-49 overall this season.
• The Dodgers are 55-39 overall this season.
• The Tigers are 22-23 at home this season.
• The Dodgers are 27-20 on the road this season.
• The Tigers have a team ERA of 3.92.
• The Dodgers have a team ERA of 3.71.
• The Tigers rank 24th in batting average at .231.
• The Dodgers rank 6th in batting average at .254.
• The Tigers have committed 56 errors this season.
• The Dodgers have committed 45 errors this season.

 

Recent Games

Detroit Tigers

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Cincinnati	W5-1	W
@ Cincinnati	W5-3	W
@ Cincinnati	W5-4	W
@ Minnesota	L12-3	L
@ Minnesota	W9-2	W

Los Angeles Dodgers

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Philadelphia	L5-1	L
@ Philadelphia	L4-3	L
@ Philadelphia	L10-1	L
vs Milwaukee	W5-3	W
vs Milwaukee	W8-5	W

 

Team Rankings

Category	Detroit Tigers	Los Angeles Dodgers
Hitting	21st	6th
Starting Pitching	14th	7th
Relief Pitching	20th	7th
Fielding	6th worst	23rd

 

Significant Betting Stats

• The Tigers are 45-49 overall this season.
• The Tigers are 22-23 at home this season.
• The Tigers have a team ERA of 3.92.
• The Tigers rank 24th in batting average at .231.
• The Tigers have committed 56 errors this season.
• The Dodgers are 55-39 overall this season.
• The Dodgers are 27-20 on the road this season.
• The Dodgers have a team ERA of 3.71.
• The Dodgers rank 6th in batting average at .254.
• The Dodgers have committed 45 errors this season.

 

Weather

The weather on the day of the game is expected to be mostly sunny with a high temperature of 85°F. Check the latest weather updates here.

 

Prediction