The Detroit Tigers are set to clash with the San Diego Padres at PETCO Park on September 2, 2024, with the game starting at 6:40 PM under a clear sky. Detroit has yet to confirm their starting pitcher for the game, while the Padres will rely on Joe Musgrove, who currently posts an ERA of 4.437. The Tigers are currently eighth in the 2024 AL Central Division with a record of 70-68 and a .51 winning percentage. They have achieved a divisional record of 24-22, positioning them fourth in their division. With a recent streak of two consecutive wins and eight wins in their last ten games, the Tigers show strong recent form. They have evenly split their home and road games with 35 wins each. In contrast, the Padres hold fifth in the NL West Division with a 78-61 record and a .56 winning percentage. They stand evenly in division matchups at 20-20 and recorded six wins in their last ten outings, with a slight edge at home and a stronger road record of 41-29.

Focusing on the betting odds, the Padres are favored with a point spread of -1.5 and an over/under set at 8.0. For money line bettors, the Padres are positioned at -199, indicating stronger confidence in their victory, whereas the Tigers are at +165, suggesting a potential upset could offer value. While the Padres seem to have the edge, betting enthusiasts should keep an eye on the Tigers who have demonstrated capability in their recent performances and could surprise on game day.