- What: MLB Regular Season Game
- When: July 7, 2025
- Who: Tampa Bay Rays vs. Detroit Tigers
- Time: 3:40 p.m. PST
- Where: Comerica Park (Detroit, MI)
The Tampa Bay Rays (49-41) will face off against the Detroit Tigers (57-34) on Monday in their opening game of their series at Comerica Park, with the first pitch slated for 3:40 p.m. PST.
The Rays currently hold a 2-1 lead in games played.
Tampa Bay ended a two-game losing streak on Sunday, securing a 7-5 victory over the Minnesota Twins in the 10th inning as road underdogs.
Junior Caminero and Jonathan Aranda each contributed with two RBIs.
Meanwhile, Detroit is on a roll, having won three consecutive games after sweeping the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday. It clinched a 7-2 win in 10 innings as a -211 road favorite.
The Tigers exploded for six runs in the 10th inning, highlighted by a three-run homer from SS Trey Sweeney.
Pitching Matchup
Shane Baz (8-3, 4.33 ERA) is set to make his 18th start, showcasing impressive stats with a 1.25 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9, and 8.9 K/9 over 92 and two-thirds innings.
In his most recent outing, Baz pitched seven innings, allowing three earned runs while striking out 11 batters, though he did not earn a decision against the Athletics. He carries a career record of 1-0 with an 8.44 ERA against the Tigers.
On the other hand, Keider Montero (3-1) will be making his seventh start. He currently has a 4.02 ERA and a 1.39 WHIP and has 39 strikeouts.
The Tigers are 7-3 in their last 10 games but have scored two or fewer runs in 2 of their last 3. Meanwhile, the Rays have won 7 of Baz’s previous eight starts, during which he has allowed three or fewer earned runs in each.
Take the Rays to get the win this afternoon.
Best Bet: Rays Money Line at -115 odds
July Record: 7-7-1 +0.15 units
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