Detroit Tigers vs Toronto Blue Jays Picks and Predictions July 24th 2025

Detroit Tigers vs Toronto Blue Jays July 24th 2025

The Toronto Blue Jays are set to play the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park on Thursday, July 24, 2025. This night game will begin at 6:40 PM and be broadcast on FDSDE. The weather is expected to be very hot with a light breeze, and the sky will have broken clouds.

Toronto comes into this game with a 60-42 record, while Detroit holds a 60-43 record. The Blue Jays have struggled slightly on the road with a 23-25 record, whereas the Tigers have been strong at home with a 32-18 record. Eric Lauer will start for Toronto, and Reese Olson will take the mound for Detroit.

Blue Jays vs Tigers Key Information

• Sport: Baseball
• Teams: Toronto Blue Jays vs. Detroit Tigers
• Venue: Comerica Park in Detroit, MI
• Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025
• Betting Odds: Blue Jays +112, Tigers -131

The Blue Jays Can Win If…

The Toronto Blue Jays recently won against the New York Yankees, 8-4. Chris Bassitt pitched for 7 1/3 innings, striking out eight batters. Bo Bichette and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had strong performances, with Bichette hitting a home run and Guerrero Jr. contributing two hits and two RBIs.

The Blue Jays lead the league in batting average with a .261 mark. They also rank second in on-base percentage at .330. Their ability to get on base and score runs makes them a threat in any game.

Eric Lauer will start for the Blue Jays, holding a 2.80 ERA and a 0.97 WHIP. His strong pitching can help Toronto control the game. With players like Guerrero Jr. and Bichette in the lineup, the Blue Jays have the tools to secure another victory.

The Tigers Can Win If…

The Detroit Tigers are looking to bounce back after a recent loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, where they fell 1-6. Despite the loss, Spencer Torkelson showed consistency with a double, while Matt Vierling contributed with an RBI. The Tigers’ pitching struggled, but Reese Olson, with a season ERA of 2.71, is set to take the mound, offering a strong chance for a win.

Detroit’s lineup has some solid hitters, including Riley Greene, who has 25 home runs and 79 RBIs this season. Spencer Torkelson leads the team with 21 home runs and a .487 slugging percentage. With a team batting average of .248 and a slugging percentage ranked 6th in the league, the Tigers have the potential to generate runs and secure a victory.

The Tigers’ pitching staff holds a respectable ERA of 3.76, ranking 9th in the league. Reese Olson’s impressive WHIP of 1.19 and recent performances make him a key player in this game. With the Tigers’ ability to strike out opponents, ranking 7th in strikeouts, they have the tools needed to control the game against the Blue Jays.

The Lean

The Tigers are favored on the moneyline at -131. Their pitching staff ranks better with a 3.76 ERA compared to the Blue Jays’ 4.09 ERA. The Tigers also have a stronger home run count, making them the pick to win straight up. My model projects a score of Tigers 5, Blue Jays 4.

The total is set at 9.0 runs, with the under at -118. Both teams have solid pitching, with the Tigers ranking 9th in ERA and the Blue Jays ranking 8th in batting average against. Given these stats, the game is likely to be lower scoring. My model’s projected total is 9 runs, so the recommendation is to take the under.

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Division Leaders Collide as Blue Jays Visit Tigers

The Toronto Blue Jays and Detroit Tigers both sit atop their divisions with 60 wins, but they’re trending in very different directions as they open a four-game series Thursday night in Detroit.

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Blue Jays Gaining Momentum

Toronto has come out of the All-Star break firing, winning five of six games and building a four-game lead over the Yankees in the AL East. They capped their series against New York with an 8-4 win Wednesday, powered by Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who has reached base 11 times in his last four games while driving in key runs.

The Blue Jays will hand the ball to Eric Lauer (5-2, 2.80 ERA), who’s been an unexpected stabilizer for their rotation. Lauer held the Giants to just two runs on two hits over six innings with seven strikeouts last Saturday, matching his longest outing of the year.

“What he’s been able to do, to come in and just give us a chance to win every game, it’s invaluable,” infielder Ernie Clement said. “Tip of the cap to him. He’s probably been our unsung MVP so far.”

Lauer pitched in South Korea last season and has embraced his second chance in MLB.

“I’m just trying to make sure that I stick in the rotation,” Lauer said. “That’s where I think I can help the team best.”

However, Detroit has been a tough matchup historically for him—he’s 0-2 with a 13.50 ERA in three career starts vs. the Tigers.

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Tigers Searching for a Reset

Detroit may still hold the best record in the AL Central, but their cushion has shrunk after losing nine of their last 10 games, including a frustrating sweep by the last-place Pirates.

Matt Vierling, however, is ready to turn the page.

“It’s a good testament to just getting up and moving on,” Vierling said. “Regardless of what’s happened these past couple, we have to move on. It’s a new series and that’s awesome for us. We get a new start.”

The Tigers will rely on Reese Olson (4-3, 2.71 ERA), who has been outstanding since returning from a finger injury. Over his last three starts, Olson has allowed only three runs in 14 1/3 innings (1.88 ERA). He dominated the Blue Jays on May 17, holding them to just one hit over six scoreless innings. In fact, he’s 1-0 with a microscopic 0.55 ERA in four career outings against Toronto.

On offense, Detroit needs All-Star Riley Greene to snap out of his post-break funk. He’s just 3-for-21 with 10 strikeouts since the All-Star Game and was given a rest day Wednesday.

“Everybody needs a blow every now and then,” manager A.J. Hinch said. “He looks like he’s had a long week.”

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With Toronto heating up and Detroit desperate to halt its skid, this opener features an intriguing pitching duel between Olson and Lauer. Can the Tigers stop their slide, or will the Blue Jays continue to roll? Get the latest insights and best bets with our updated MLB Predictions and Picks.