On October 1, 2024, at Minute Maid Park, the Detroit Tigers are set to battle the Houston Astros with the first pitch slated for 2:32 PM under clear skies. The pitching matchup features Detroit’s Tarik Skubal, who carries an impressive 2.481 ERA, against Houston’s Framber Valdez, who holds a 2.848 ERA.

As of now, the Tigers occupy the 6th position in the AL Central Division with an 86-76 record, reflecting a .530 winning percentage. They have a divisional play record of 28-24, sitting 3rd in their division standings. The team’s current form includes 7 wins in their last 10 outings, despite a recent two-game losing streak. Their season performance showcases an equal home and away record (43-38), with 39 day wins contrasting their 47 night game victories. Overall, they have scored 682 runs while conceding 642.

In contrast, the Astros are 4th in the AL West Division with an 88-73 record, which translates to a .550 winning percentage. They are leading their division in games against division opponents, with a record of 29-23. Over their last 10 games, they have secured 6 wins and are currently enjoying a two-game win streak. At home, they have a stronger record of 46-35, compared to 42-38 on the road. The Astros have significantly performed better in night games with 60 wins as opposed to 28 day game wins, and have scored 740 runs against 649 allowed.

Considering the betting odds for this matchup, the Astros are favored with a point spread of -1.5 and a home team moneyline of -131, indicating stronger confidence from bookmakers in their victory. Conversely, the Tigers are listed at an away team moneyline of +111. The over/under for the game is set at 6.5, suggesting expectations of a relatively low-scoring affair, a testament to the formidable pitching lineup of both teams.