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Detroit Tigers vs Houston Astros August 20th 2025
The Houston Astros will play against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. The Astros have a record of 69-57 and are ranked first in the AL West. However, they are on a three-game losing streak and have gone 4-6 in their last ten games.
The Tigers, with a record of 75-53, lead the AL Central. They are on a two-game winning streak and have been strong recently, winning eight of their last ten games. The game will feature starting pitchers Framber Valdez for the Astros and Charlie Morton for the Tigers. The weather forecast predicts an overcast day with a light breeze.
Astros vs Tigers Key Information
- Sport: Baseball
- Teams: Houston Astros vs. Detroit Tigers
- Venue: Comerica Park in Detroit, MI
- Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- Betting Odds: Astros Moneyline -130, Tigers Moneyline +110
The Astros Can Win If…
The Houston Astros recently played a tight game against the Detroit Tigers, losing 1-0. Hunter Brown was impressive on the mound, pitching six scoreless innings with six strikeouts. Despite the loss, the Astros showed solid pitching, which can be a key factor in their next game.
The Astros have a strong batting average of .254, ranking fourth in the league. Their on-base percentage is .318, placing them eighth. These stats indicate the team can get runners on base and create scoring opportunities.
Framber Valdez will start for the Astros with an ERA of 3.01 and a WHIP of 1.18. His consistent performance gives the Astros a good chance to control the game from the mound. Facing Charlie Morton, who has a higher ERA of 5.20, Valdez could give the Astros the edge they need to win.
The Tigers Can Win If…
The Detroit Tigers are coming off a tight 1-0 win against the Houston Astros. Tarik Skubal was impressive on the mound, pitching seven scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts. Gleyber Torres drove in the only run, highlighting the team’s ability to win close games.
The Tigers have shown strong offensive stats this season. They rank 7th in slugging percentage at .422 and have hit 163 home runs, ranking 8th in the league. This power at the plate gives them the potential to score runs quickly.
On the mound, Charlie Morton will start for the Tigers. Despite a 5.20 ERA, Morton has experience and can deliver quality innings. The Tigers’ pitching staff ranks 6th in batting average against at .236, showing they can limit opponents’ hits.
The Lean
The Astros are favored with a moneyline of -130 against the Tigers, who have a moneyline of +110. The Astros have a slightly better batting average and rank higher in strikeouts, which gives them an edge. My model projects the Astros to win 5-4, making them the recommended pick to win straight up.
The total for the game is set at 8.5, with the over at -107 and the under at -113. Both teams have strong pitching, with the Astros ranked 4th in batting average against. My model projects a total of 9 runs, suggesting a pick on the over for this game.
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Morton’s Magic: 41-Year-Old Veteran Faces Slumping Astros
The Detroit Tigers took a gamble on age and experience at the trade deadline—and so far, it’s paying off. Charlie Morton, the second-oldest player in the majors, will be on the mound Wednesday afternoon to close out a three-game series against the Houston Astros.
At 41, Morton isn’t just a nostalgia pick. He’s delivered two quality starts in three outings since joining Detroit, including what might be his sharpest start of the year—a six-inning shutout gem against the Twins on Friday.
Vintage Charlie: Curveball Still Cruising
Morton’s outing last week wasn’t without drama. A rain delay and a long first inning didn’t faze him—even as he worked to rediscover the feel on his signature curveball.
“He was trying to find a feel,” said catcher Dillon Dingler. “But once it clicked, Minnesota didn’t stand a chance.”
| Game Recap vs Twins | Stat |
|---|---|
| Innings Pitched | 6.0 |
| Hits Allowed | 2 |
| Earned Runs | 0 |
| Walks | 1 |
| Strikeouts | 5 |
Morton admits it wasn’t easy: “I need my breaking ball. Early on, it wasn’t there. But we found it—and that’s all that mattered.”
Now with an 8-10 record and a 5.20 ERA, Morton’s eyeing a bounce-back performance against his old team. In 12 career starts vs. Houston, he’s gone 4-6 with a 5.97 ERA. But he’s also forever linked to the Astros’ 2017 title run, where he closed Game 7 of the World Series.
Astros’ Offense is Ice Cold
Morton might be getting the Astros at the perfect time. Houston has been shut out in four of their last five games and hasn’t scored in 28 straight innings—including Tuesday’s 1-0 loss.
Framber Valdez will try to stop the bleeding. The lefty was cruising through the summer but has hit a wall in August.
| Framber Valdez (Last 3 Starts) | Stat |
|---|---|
| Record | 0-2 |
| ERA | 5.89 |
| IP vs Orioles (Last Start) | 6.2 |
| Hits Allowed | 9 |
| Earned Runs | 3 |
Valdez blamed the rhythm of that outing on waiting for a perfect game to unfold on the other side. “I couldn’t even get a sip of water before I had to go back out,” he said. “Sometimes that’s baseball.”
Historically, he’s pitched well against Detroit—posting a 2.49 ERA over eight appearances.
