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Mize Takes the Mound as Tigers Chase Fourth Straight Win in Minnesota

Detroit arrives at Target Field as a betting favorite after taking a 7-4 edge in the season series.

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Overview

  • Right-hander Casey Mize (11-4, 3.50 ERA) takes the mound Saturday after a six-inning win over Minnesota on Aug. 4 in which he yielded three solo homers.
  • The Tigers (72-52) have won three straight road games and are aiming for a fourth consecutive victory to reinforce their AL Central lead.
  • Twins righty Zebby Matthews (3-4, 5.11 ERA) will start Saturday’s game for Minnesota (57-65) in the clubs’ 12th meeting of the season.
  • Detroit holds a 7-4 advantage in the season series and is listed at -133 on BetMGM with a 9.5-run over/under.
  • Both teams are managing extensive injury lists that will influence active rosters and bullpen usage for the evening matchup.