First place Detroit is on an 18-8 run. The offense is seventh in runs scored, 12th in on-base percentage, and seventh in slugging. Ace Tarik Skubal (2.32 ERA) has 200 strikeouts in 159+ innings while holding batters to a .197 average. The Tigers are 19-4 in his last 23 starts. The last place Athletics are short on pitching and defense, ranked 28th in ERA (4.83), 25th in fielding percentage, and 28th in the bullpen (4.87 ERA). J.T. Ginn has a 6.75 ERA at home, where batters are hitting .293 off him. He has a 6.00 ERA against the Tigers this season, throwing two innings during an 8-0 loss. Play Detroit.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on August 25, 2025 at 11:40AM ET.
Detroit at Las Vegas
August 25, 2025
2 units on Detroit -180 (moneyline) (risk 2 to return 3.11)
Result:
LOSS
LOSS
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