On Friday, May 9, the Tigers (18–17) will travel to Denver to play the Rockies (15–20) at Coors Field. Detroit will send left-hander Tarik Skubal to the mound, while Colorado will respond with Ryan Feltner. Both teams have distinct recent records going into this game; the Tigers are winning a lot of games, while the Rockies are struggling versus American League clubs. Get expert insight on pitching matchups, core hitters, and strategy angles for this game.
Match Overview
| Date | Time (ET) | Venue | Teams | League |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2025 | 8:40 PM | Coors Field, Denver, CO | Detroit Tigers @ Colorado Rockies | MLB |
On Friday, May 9, 2025, the Colorado Rockies will host the Detroit Tigers at Coors Field in Denver. The first pitch is set to go at 8:40 PM ET. The Tigers are the favourites with a moneyline of 1.58, while the Rockies are the underdogs at 2.55. Detroit is the run line favourite as well, with the over/under for the game set at 9.5 runs (-1.5, 1.91).
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Game Odds & Lines
| Bet Type | Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Tigers: 1.58 • Rockies: 2.55 |
| Run Line | Tigers -1.5: 1.91 • Rockies +1.5: 1.98 |
| Total Runs (O/U) | Over 9.5: 1.91 • Under 9.5: 1.91 |
Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record (W-L) | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Tigers | Tarik Skubal | 16-4 | 2.50 |
| Colorado Rockies | Ryan Feltner | 2-10 | 5.01 |
Weather & Ballpark Conditions
- Forecast: Mostly clear, 67°F
- Wind: Blowing out to left at 5 mph
- Humidity: 45%
- Ballpark Factor: Slight edge to hitters based on today’s conditions
Last 5 Games Record
| Team | Record (W-L) |
|---|---|
| Detroit Tigers | 4-1 |
| Colorado Rockies | 2-3 |
Head-to-Head Record
| Team | Record (W-L) |
|---|---|
| Detroit Tigers | 3-1 |
| Colorado Rockies | 1-3 |
Key Insights & Betting Trends
- The Tigers have won eleven of their previous 16 games.
- The Rockies have a 10–14 record while playing the Tigers.
- The UNDER has paid in each of the previous seven Rockies games.
- The Tigers have covered the run line in seven of their previous eight home games against NL West opponents.
- The Rockies have failed to cover the run line in five of their previous six away underdog games against AL Central opponents.
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Expert Picks & Recommended Bets
- Moneyline: Tigers @ 1.58
- Run Line: Tigers -1.5 @ 1.91
- Total Runs: Under 9.5 @ 1.91
Predicted Outcome
The Tigers are ready to defeat the Rockies because of their recent success and pitching advantage with Tarik Skubal on the mound. Given the Rockies’ difficulties against left-handed pitchers and the Tigers’ impressive recent play, Detroit should win this low-scoring game.
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Sources: https://baseball.realgm.com/, https://www.betus.com.pa/sportsbook/mlb/, https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/navigation/mlb, https://www.statsinsider.com.au/
