Tigers News: Who Will Claim the Series? Tigers Take on Athletics

The Oakland Athletics and Detroit Tigers face off on Sunday in a decisive game that will determine the winner of their three-game series. The matchup is set for 4:07 p.m. EDT in Oakland, California.

The Athletics, currently sitting at 62-81 overall and 36-38 at home, have been strong hitters this season, ranking third in the American League with 182 home runs, averaging 1.3 per game.

On the other hand, the Tigers boast a record of 72-71, with a balanced 37-37 record on the road. They have shown resilience, winning 47 of the 56 games in which they scored at least five runs.

This game marks the sixth meeting between the two teams this season, with the Athletics leading the series 3-2.

Key players to watch include Brent Rooker for the Athletics, who has 25 doubles, two triples, and 35 home runs this season. Lawrence Butler has also been impressive lately, hitting .429 with six doubles and five home runs in his last ten games.

For the Tigers, Riley Greene leads the team with a .258 batting average, along with 25 doubles, five triples, and 20 home runs. Zach McKinstry has been productive as well, hitting .423 over his last ten games.

In terms of pitching, the Tigers have yet to announce their starter, while the Athletics will send J.T. Ginn to the mound, who has a 4.30 ERA and 15 strikeouts this season.

BETMGM SPORTSBOOK : LINE Athletics -115, Tigers -104; over/under is 8 1/2 runs

Injuries are a concern for both teams. The Athletics have several players on the injured list, including Esteury Ruiz and Miguel Andujar. The Tigers are also dealing with injuries, with Alex Faedo and Javier Baez among those sidelined.

With both teams looking to secure a series win, fans can expect an exciting matchup on Sunday.