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Detroit Tigers vs Tampa Bay Rays July 7th 2025
The Tampa Bay Rays will travel to Comerica Park to take on the Detroit Tigers on Monday, July 7, 2025. The game is set to begin at 6:40 PM and will be broadcast on FS1. The weather forecast for the night game predicts warm temperatures with a light breeze and overcast clouds.
The Rays, managed by Kevin Cash, have a season record of 49-41. They hold a road record of 21-16. The Tigers, led by manager A.J. Hinch, have a stronger season record of 57-34 and a home record of 30-14. Shane Baz will start for the Rays, while Jack Flaherty will take the mound for the Tigers.
Rays vs Tigers Key Information
- Sport: Baseball
- Teams: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Detroit Tigers
- Venue: Comerica Park in Detroit, MI
- Date: Monday, July 7, 2025
- Betting Odds: Rays Moneyline -136, Tigers Moneyline +116, Rays Runline -1.5 (+122), Tigers Runline +1.5 (-146), Total Over 9.0 (-110), Total Under 9.0 (-110)
The Rays Can Win If…
The Tampa Bay Rays are coming off a 7-5 win against the Minnesota Twins. In that game, Jonathan Aranda had a standout performance with three hits and two RBIs. Taylor Walls also contributed with a home run, adding to the team’s strong offensive display.
The Rays have a solid batting average of .260, ranking 2nd in the league. They lead in stolen bases with 117, showing their speed on the bases. Their pitching staff holds a respectable ERA of 3.77, placing them 11th, which can keep opponents’ scores low.
Shane Baz will be on the mound for the Rays, sporting an 8-3 record. His ability to strike out batters is evident with 11 Ks in a recent game against the Athletics. With players like Yandy Díaz and Brandon Lowe hitting well, the Rays have a balanced lineup that can deliver runs.
The Tigers Can Win If…
The Detroit Tigers recently played against the Cleveland Guardians and won 7-2. Tarik Skubal was outstanding, pitching seven innings without giving up a run and striking out ten. Trey Sweeney and Riley Greene each hit a home run, contributing to the team’s strong offensive performance.
The Tigers have been performing well this season, with a team batting average of .253, ranking them 8th in the league. Their slugging percentage is .425, placing them 6th. They have hit 116 home runs, which is also 8th in the league, showing their ability to score through power hitting.
Detroit’s pitching has been solid, with an ERA of 3.50, ranking 5th. Their ability to limit opponents’ batting average to .234 ranks them 6th. Jack Flaherty will start the next game, and although his ERA is 4.84, he has shown the ability to strike out batters, as seen in his nine strikeouts in a recent game against the Nationals.
The Lean
The Rays have a strong batting average, ranking 2nd in the league, which gives them an edge over the Tigers. The Tigers have a slightly better slugging percentage, but the Rays’ overall performance suggests they will win. The current moneyline is Rays -136, and the projected score is Rays 5, Tigers 4. The recommendation is to pick the Rays to win straight up.
The total for the game is set at 9.0. Both teams have solid pitching, with the Tigers having a slight advantage in ERA. The model projects a total score of 9 runs. Given the balanced pitching and hitting, the recommendation is to take the under at 9.0 (-110).
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Tigers and Rays Open Series After Dramatic Weekend Wins
Two of the American League’s best teams will open a three-game series on Monday night, and both are riding high after securing dramatic, emotional victories over the weekend. The AL-leading Detroit Tigers will host the surging Tampa Bay Rays in what promises to be a fantastic series.
An “Incredible” Win for Detroit
The Tigers are coming home on an absolute high after completing a three-game sweep in Cleveland in stunning fashion. After tying the game on a wild pitch with two outs in the ninth inning, Detroit exploded for six runs in the tenth for a 7-2 victory. The decisive blow was a three-run homer from Trey Sweeney, a player who was recently demoted to the minors before being recalled due to injury.
“That was an incredible win for us,” a thrilled manager A.J. Hinch said. “And in dramatic fashion.”
Tampa’s Own Drama and All-Star News
The Rays are also feeling good after their own extra-inning win on Sunday. Yandy Diaz delivered the go-ahead hit in the tenth to beat the Twins. The win, however, was bittersweet. Second baseman Brandon Lowe, who was riding a majors-best 20-game hitting streak, left the game with a side injury. On the same day, he was named to the All-Star team for his fantastic season. His availability for this series is in question. How teams navigate key injuries is a central topic in our expert betting guide.
The Pitching Matchup
The Rays will send their ace, Shane Baz (8-3, 4.33 ERA), to the mound for the opener. Baz has been on a dominant run, with five wins and no losses since May 18. He is coming off back-to-back starts where he recorded nine and eleven strikeouts.
The Tigers have not yet named a starter and are expected to employ a “bullpen game.” This pitching matchup will be a key focus on the scores and odds board.
A Playoff Atmosphere
This series features two MLB teams with legitimate championship aspirations. To see who our experts think will win the opener of this potential playoff preview, check out our daily MLB picks.
