Detroit Tigers
Colorado Rockies
As the Colorado Rockies prepare to host the Detroit Tigers on May 8, 2025, they’re coming off a tough stretch, currently sitting with a dismal 6-29 record this season. Meanwhile, the Tigers are riding high with a solid 23-13 record, showcasing their strength in the league. This matchup marks the second game in the series, with the Rockies looking to bounce back after a disappointing performance yesterday.
The Rockies are projected to start Kyle Freeland, a left-handed pitcher whose season has been characterized by misfortune, reflected in his 5.70 ERA and 0-4 record. Although his 3.35 xFIP suggests he’s been unlucky, he faces a daunting task against a powerful Tigers lineup that ranks 6th in MLB with 47 home runs this season. Freeland’s high groundball rate (51 GB%) might help mitigate some of the damage, but he’ll need to navigate a lineup that has been thriving.
On the other side, Casey Mize will take the mound for Detroit. Mize has been effective this season, boasting a 2.70 ERA and a 5-1 record. While his 4.11 xFIP indicates he may have had some good fortune, his ability to limit walks (6.2 BB%) could prove advantageous against a Rockies offense that ranks 30th in MLB, struggling across the board with the 30th best batting average and 29th in home runs.
The projections suggest a high-scoring affair, with a Game Total set at 9.5 runs. Colorado’s offense, despite its struggles, could find some momentum against a pitcher like Mize, who has a below-average strikeout rate (18.5 K%). With the Rockies listed as underdogs at +155, this game presents an intriguing opportunity for bettors looking to capitalize on the potential for an upset amid the Rockies’ desperate search for a win.