Game Overview
The Tigers have dominated the series so far, winning Game 1 (3-1) and Game 2 (5-2), powered by Spencer Torkelson’s clutch hitting and strong pitching performances from Jack Flaherty and Keider Montero. Detroit has been one of the best home teams in MLB, boasting a 20-8 record at Comerica Park, while San Francisco has struggled on the road, going 14-15 away from home.
Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giants | Landen Roupp (RHP) | 3-3 | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Tigers | Jackson Jobe (RHP) | 4-1 | 4.06 | 1.23 | 35 |
Jobe has been solid in his last outing, pitching five innings and allowing just two earned runs against the Cleveland Guardians. Roupp is making his seventh start of the season, looking to bounce back after a rough outing against the Yankees.
Team Comparisons
| Category | Giants | Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 31-24 | 36-20 |
| Runs Per Game | 4.3 | 4.9 |
| Batting Average | .230 | .253 |
| Home Runs | 54 | 65 |
| ERA | 3.29 | 3.27 |
| Bullpen ERA | 3.44 | 3.55 |
Detroit has been one of the best offensive teams in the AL, ranking fourth in slugging percentage (.410), while San Francisco has relied more on pitching and defense, ranking fifth in team ERA (3.29).
Key Players to Watch
San Francisco Giants
- Jung Hoo Lee (OF) – .281 AVG, 14 doubles, 6 HR, 31 RBI.
- Heliot Ramos (OF) – 2 HR, 8 RBI in his last 10 games.
- Wilmer Flores (1B) – 10 HR, 45 RBI, key power hitter.
Detroit Tigers
- Spencer Torkelson (1B) – 13 HR, .524 SLG, leading the Tigers’ offense.
- Riley Greene (OF) – 12 HR, 36 RBI, clutch hitter.
- Kerry Carpenter (OF) – .276 AVG, 10 HR, 22 RBI.
Matchup Breakdown
- Giants’ Pitching vs. Tigers’ Power – San Francisco’s rotation ranks fifth in ERA (3.29), while Detroit’s offense ranks seventh in MLB.
- Tigers’ Home Dominance vs. Giants’ Road Struggles – Detroit has a 20-8 home record, while San Francisco is 14-15 on the road.
- Bullpen Battle – Both teams have top-tier relief pitching, making late-game execution crucial.
Game Odds
San Francisco Giants 7.5
Detroit Tigers – 115
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 27, 2025
