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MLB 5/8 Preview: Tigers Vs. Guardians

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<h2>Tigers @ Guardians &#8211; First Pitch: 6:10 p.m.</h2>
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<div>Expected Forecast: Overcast Clouds, 59°</div>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Detroit Tigers are set to face off against the Cleveland Guardians in what promises to be an engaging battle between a resilient road underdog and a strong home favorite. With both teams boasting a .600 win rate in their respective roles in the last five games, this match-up will surely deliver excitement for baseball fans and bettors alike.</span></p>
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<h2>Spread, Total, Moneyline, and Odds:</h2>
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<th width="150px"> </th>
<th colspan="2" width="100px">Spread</th>
<th colspan="2" width="100px">Total</th>
<th width="100px">Moneyline</th>
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<td rowspan="2"> Tigers</td>
<td rowspan="2" align="right">+1.5 </td>
<td align="right">-129 </td>
<td align="right">O 8.5 </td>
<td align="right">-110 </td>
<td align="center">+168</td>
<td> Open</td>
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<td align="right">-130 </td>
<td align="right">7.5 </td>
<td align="right">-114 </td>
<td align="center">+164</td>
<td> Current</td>
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<td rowspan="2"> Guardians</td>
<td rowspan="2" align="right">-1.5 </td>
<td align="right"> +108 </td>
<td align="right">U 8.5 </td>
<td align="right">-110 </td>
<td align="center">-200</td>
<td> Open</td>
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<td align="right"> +109 </td>
<td align="right">7.5 </td>
<td align="right"> -106 </td>
<td align="center">-196</td>
<td> Current</td>
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<h2>Projected Lineups:</h2>
<h3>Tigers</h3>
<p><b>Starting Pitcher:</b> Joey Wentz: 0-3, 6.67 ERA, 6.99 K/9 </p>
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<td align="center" width="25px">1.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">RF</td>
<td width="200px"> Zach McKinstry</td>
<td width="180px">  .246, 2 HR, 5 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">2.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">CF</td>
<td width="200px"> Riley Greene</td>
<td width="180px">  .262, 3 HR, 12 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">3.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">SS</td>
<td width="200px"> Javier Báez</td>
<td width="180px">  .259, 3 HR, 15 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">4.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">3B</td>
<td width="200px"> Nick Maton</td>
<td width="180px">  .165, 4 HR, 14 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">5.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">1B</td>
<td width="200px"> Spencer Torkelson</td>
<td width="180px">  .223, 3 HR, 16 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">6.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">LF</td>
<td width="200px"> Akil Baddoo</td>
<td width="180px">  .234, 0 HR, 2 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">7.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">DH</td>
<td width="200px"> Miguel Cabrera</td>
<td width="180px">  .197, 0 HR, 4 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">8.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">2B</td>
<td width="200px"> Andy Ibáñez</td>
<td width="180px">  .292, 0 HR, 2 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">9.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">C</td>
<td width="200px"> Eric Haase</td>
<td width="180px">  .276, 2 HR, 12 RBI</td>
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<h3>Guardians</h3>
<p><b>Starting Pitcher:</b> Tanner Bibee: 1-0, 2.46 ERA, 10.64 K/9 </p>
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<td align="center" width="25px">1.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">LF</td>
<td width="200px"> Steven Kwan</td>
<td width="180px">  .274, 1 HR, 12 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">2.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">SS</td>
<td width="200px"> Amed Rosario</td>
<td width="180px">  .214, 1 HR, 6 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">3.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">3B</td>
<td width="200px"> José Ramírez</td>
<td width="180px">  .282, 3 HR, 18 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">4.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">DH</td>
<td width="200px"> Josh Bell</td>
<td width="180px">  .225, 3 HR, 16 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">5.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">1B</td>
<td width="200px"> David Fry</td>
<td width="180px">  .000, 0 HR, 0 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">6.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">2B</td>
<td width="200px"> Andrés Giménez</td>
<td width="180px">  .218, 2 HR, 8 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">7.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">C</td>
<td width="200px"> Mike Zunino</td>
<td width="180px">  .197, 2 HR, 7 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">8.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">RF</td>
<td width="200px"> Gabriel Arias</td>
<td width="180px">  .205, 1 HR, 1 RBI</td>
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<td align="center" width="25px">9.</td>
<td align="center" width="35px">CF</td>
<td width="200px"> Myles Straw</td>
<td width="180px">  .248, 0 HR, 8 RBI</td>
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<h2><b>Key Players</b></h2>
<h3><b>Tigers</b></h3>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Riley Greene, Javier Báez, Spencer Torkelson</span></li>
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<h3><b>Guardians</b></h3>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1"><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Amed Rosario, José Ramírez, Josh Bell</span></li>
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<h2>Betting Insights:</h2>
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<h3>Tigers</h3>
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<li>The Detroit Tigers are 3-2 (.600) on the road as an underdog in their last five games in 2023</li>
<li>The over hit in 3 of the Detroit Tigers last 5 games on the road in 2023</li>
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<h3>Guardians</h3>
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<li>The over hit in 0 of the Cleveland Guardians last 5 games at home in 2023</li>
<li>The Cleveland Guardians are 3-2 (.600) at home as a favorite in their last five games in 2023</li>
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<h2><b>Betting Insights Analysis</b></h2>
<h3><b>Tigers</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Detroit Tigers have proven themselves as a formidable road underdog in recent games, boasting a 3-2 record in their last five match-ups in this role. Additionally, the over has hit in three of the Tigers&#8217; last five road games, making them a team to watch for bettors seeking a potential upset.</span></p>
<h3><b>Guardians</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">On the other hand, the Cleveland Guardians have had a strong showing at home, holding a 3-2 record as home favorites in their last five games. However, the over has not hit in any of their previous five home games, indicating a possible trend for those looking to place bets on the total.</span></p>
<h2><b>Conclusion</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As the Detroit Tigers take on the Cleveland Guardians, fans can expect a thrilling game with both teams bringing their A-game. Keep an eye on the betting insights and trends to make the most informed decisions when placing your bets on this match-up. </span></p>
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