Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the MLB match.
A new three-game series gets underway this evening in Detroit. The Detroit Tigers (34-20) currently top the American League Central Division. The visitors, the San Francisco Giants (31-22), sit second in their own division, having clinched a 2:1 series win over the Washington Nationals last weekend.
Detroit Tigers
The Detroit Tigers managed to reduce the gap in their recent series against the Cleveland Guardians (1:3), thanks to an outstanding performance from Tarik Skubal, the team’s leading pitcher. However, their hitters are unlikely to receive the same level of support in this fixture. Keider Montero (5.28 ERA) is scheduled to start—a pitcher often used to plug holes in the rotation. That’s the case once again, as Keider Montero replaces the injured Reese Olson, who is sidelined with a finger problem. In his last outing, Keider Montero gave up five runs and eight hits over 5 and 2/3 innings in a heavy 4:11 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals.
San Francisco Giants
In contrast, the San Francisco Giants will send out a starter who has genuinely earned his spot. Hayden Birdsong, who began the season in the bullpen, impressed enough to secure a place in the rotation. He remains unbeaten with a 1.91 ERA. In his latest appearance against the Kansas City Royals, Hayden Birdsong allowed just one run—the result of a catcher’s error. Over the course of 80 pitches, the 23-year-old right-hander registered four strikeouts and looks determined to cement his place as a starter.
Detroit Tigers vs San Francisco Giants Prediction
The San Francisco Giants enjoy a clear edge on the mound, which should give them early control. Their bullpen is the most efficient in the league with a 2.62 ERA, so preserving a lead should not be an issue. Backing a win for the San Francisco Giants.
