- Get expert MLB betting predictions for the Astros vs. Tigers AL Wild Card series.
- Houston is a -175 moneyline favorite in Game 2.
The Detroit Tigers will look to continue their Cinderella run by knocking off the American League heavyweights on Wednesday.
Detroit secured a 3-1 win over the Houston Astros in Game 1 of the AL Wild Card series. The Astros, who haven’t been eliminated before the ALCS in eight years, loaded the bases in the ninth before falling short at home.
The Tigers, the hottest baseball team since July 1, were +125 underdogs in the playoff opener. They are now +140 underdogs with a chance to bounce Houston on their way to the ALDS.
Here is a look at the latest MLB odds for the Astros vs. Tigers matchup and a best bet for Wednesday’s Game 2:
MLB Playoff Odds – Astros vs. Tigers
- Astros moneyline: -175
- Tigers moneyline: +145
- Over/Under: 7.5 (Over -105/Under -115)
- Series Price: Astros (+145), Tigers (-175)
Astros vs. Tigers Schedule, Pitchers
| Game | Date/Time | Astros SP | Tigers SP | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Game 2 | Wednesday, Oct. 2/2:32 p.m. ET | Hunter Brown | Tyler Holton | ABC |
| Game 3 | Thursday, Oct. 3/2:32 p.m. ET | TBD | TBD | ABC |
Astros vs. Tigers Prediction, Game 2 Best Bet
Best bet: Under 8 (-125) – Still good at 7.5
The Astros are prepared to pull out all the stops on Wednesday.
Hunter Brown will start in Game 2, but Houston manager Joe Espada said that Yusei Kikuchi (a potential Game 3 starter) could be an option out of the bullpen. Brown has a 3.49 ERA (1.45 ERA in August) this season, while Kikuchi has spun a 2.70 ERA since the Astros acquired him at the trade deadline.
Houston’s potential plan should help limit a Detroit offense that ranks 24th in on-base percentage after the All-Star break.
Tarik Skubal got the nod for the Tigers in Game 1, delivering six shutout innings while holding the Astros to four hits. A.J. Hinch will now be aggressive with his bullpen approach, particularly in Game 2 when his relievers are more fresh.
This price on this under is too enticing to pass up, especially when the under was 1.5 runs lower in Game 1.
Astros vs. Tigers: Betting Stats
- Houston Astros 2024 Moneyline Record: 88-74
- Houston Astros 2024 Over/Under Record: 65-91
- Detroit Tigers 2024 Moneyline Record: 87-76
- Detroit Tigers 2024 Over/Under Record: 78-79
Astros vs. Tigers 2024 Season Series
| Date | Location | Result |
|---|---|---|
| May 10 | Comerica Park | Astros 5, Tigers 2 |
| May 11 | Comerica Park | Tigers 8, Astros 2 |
| May 12 | Comerica Park | Astros 9, Tigers 3 |
| June 14 | Minute Maid Park | Astros 4, Tigers 0 |
| June 15 | Minute Maid Park | Tigers 13, Astros 5 |
| June 16 | Minute Maid Park | Astros 4, Tigers 1 |
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