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Detroit Tigers vs Kansas City Royals August 22nd 2025
The Kansas City Royals visit the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on Friday, August 22, 2025. The Royals have a record of 66-62 and are ranked second in the AL Central. They have won their last game and have an 8-2 record in their last 10 games. Ryan Bergert will be the starting pitcher for the Royals with an ERA of 2.75.
The Detroit Tigers hold a record of 76-53, sitting at the top of the AL Central. They are on a three-game winning streak and also have an 8-2 record in their last 10 games. Casey Mize will take the mound for the Tigers, boasting a 12-4 record with a 3.63 ERA. The game will be broadcast on APLTV, with clear skies and calm winds expected during the night game.
Royals vs Tigers Key Information
- Sport: Baseball
- Teams: Kansas City Royals vs. Detroit Tigers
- Venue: Comerica Park in Detroit, MI
- Date: Friday, August 22, 2025
- Betting Odds: Royals Moneyline +137, Tigers Moneyline -162, Royals Runline +1.5 (-156), Tigers Runline -1.5 (+131), Total Over 8.5 (-104), Total Under 8.5 (-116)
The Royals Can Win If…
The Kansas City Royals are coming off a strong 6-4 win against the Texas Rangers. Michael Lorenzen pitched 4 1/3 innings, striking out six. Nick Loftin and Vinnie Pasquantino both hit home runs, helping the Royals secure the victory.
One reason the Royals can win is their solid pitching. They have a team ERA of 3.58, ranking 4th in the league. Ryan Bergert will start for the Royals, boasting a 2.75 ERA and 1.13 WHIP.
The Royals’ hitting lineup is also a threat. They rank 4th in the league with 225 doubles. Key hitters like Bobby Witt Jr. and Vinnie Pasquantino continue to perform, with Pasquantino leading the team with 26 home runs.
The Tigers Can Win If…
The Detroit Tigers recently won 7-2 against the Houston Astros. Charlie Morton pitched well, going six innings with eight strikeouts. Dillon Dingler and Javier Báez were key hitters, contributing with multiple hits and RBIs.
The Tigers’ pitching has been strong, with a team ERA of 3.79, ranked 9th in the league. Their batting lineup features power hitters like Spencer Torkelson and Riley Greene. Torkelson has hit 26 home runs this season, while Greene has 29 home runs and 92 RBIs.
Casey Mize will start for the Tigers with a 3.63 ERA and a 12-4 record. The team’s recent form, winning four of their last five games, shows they are playing well. With solid pitching and a strong batting lineup, the Tigers have a good chance to win against the Royals.
The Lean
The Tigers are favored with a moneyline of -162, while the Royals are at +137. The Tigers have a better hitting lineup, ranking 9th in batting average and slugging percentage. Their pitching also ranks higher with a 3.58 ERA, 4th in the league. My model projects the Tigers to win with a score of 5-3. Based on these factors, the recommendation is to pick the Tigers to win.
The total for the game is set at 8.5. The Tigers’ strong pitching and the Royals’ lower home run total suggest a lower-scoring game. My model projects a total score of 8. The recommendation is to take the under 8.5, given the teams’ current performance metrics.
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Casey Mize Aims for Fourth Straight Win as Tigers Host Royals
All-Star Casey Mize takes the mound Friday night, seeking his fourth consecutive win in August as the Detroit Tigers open a three-game home series against the surging Kansas City Royals.
Mize has benefitted from generous run support, with Detroit scoring 23 runs across his three starts this month. The right-hander struck out 10 and gave up four runs over 6 1/3 innings in Saturday’s 8-5 win over Minnesota, matching his career high in strikeouts.
“I felt like my stuff was sharp,” Mize said. “I was commanding the ball really well with everything. I didn’t leave too many splitters up, and I executed the sliders.”
Pitching Matchup
| Pitcher | Team | Record | ERA | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casey Mize | Tigers | 12-4 | 3.63 | 10 K in last start; 3-2, 4.99 ERA in 12 career games vs. Royals |
| Ryan Bergert | Royals | 1-1 | 2.75 | Rookie, 0-1, 2.70 ERA since joining Royals from Padres |
Mize’s consistency has impressed Tigers manager A.J. Hinch, who praised the right-hander’s ability to adjust and stay focused under pressure.
“He was emptying his tank early, and he still had a lot left at the end,” Hinch said. “He had a really good fastball and executed a lot of pitches.”
Meanwhile, Royals rookie Ryan Bergert will make his fourth start since being traded from the Padres. The right-hander has pitched into the sixth inning in all three outings with Kansas City, showing resilience and command.
Standings Snapshot
| AL Central | Record | GB |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Tigers | 73-51 | — |
| Kansas City Royals | 63-61 | 9.5 |
| Minnesota Twins | 59-64 | 13.0 |
Streaking Into the Weekend
- Tigers: Winners of 9 of their last 11 games, including a three-game sweep of Houston where they allowed just two runs total.
- Royals: 8 wins in their last 10, powered by Vinnie Pasquantino, who’s homered in four straight games.
Detroit won both of Mize’s previous starts against the Royals this season. But Kansas City’s offense is heating up, setting up a compelling AL Central battle between the division leader and the top challenger.
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