Tigers vs. Guardians May 21: AL Central Clash and Betting Guide
The Detroit Tigers (13-26) face the Cleveland Guardians (17-19) in game two of their three-game series at Progressive Field on Saturday, May 21 at 6:10 pm ET. The Guardians won the series opener 6-1 behind a strong pitching performance from Aaron Civale.
Betting Lines:
- Guardians: -190 (Moneyline)
- Tigers: +160 (Moneyline)
- Run line: Tigers +1.5 (-142)
- Over/Under: 8 runs
Pitching Matchup:
- Tigers: Alex Faedo (0-1, 2.87 ERA, 1.28 WHIP)
- Guardians: Shane Bieber (1-2, 3.72 ERA, 1.27 WHIP)
Key Stats:
- Guardians rank 7th in MLB scoring (4.66 runs/game)
- Tigers rank last in MLB scoring (2.76 runs/game)
- Tigers are 4-13 on the road this season
- Guardians are 15-5 in last 20 home games vs Tigers
Notable Performers:
- Jose Ramirez (CLE): .287/.380/.588, 9 HR, 37 RBI
- Miguel Cabrera (DET): .276/.321/.390, 3 HR, 14 RBI
The Guardians look to secure the series win behind ace Shane Bieber against a struggling Tigers team that has been particularly poor on the road this season. Cleveland's strong offensive output and historical success against Detroit at home make them clear favorites.
