Tigers News: Detroit Takes On Colorado with Sweeney Riding Momentum

Trey Sweeney is set to lead the Detroit Tigers against the Colorado Rockies after a standout performance where he recorded four hits in a recent 9-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics.

The matchup is scheduled for Tuesday at 6:40 p.m. EDT in Detroit. The Rockies, who hold a 54-90 record, are struggling this season and sit fifth in the NL West. The Tigers, with a record of 73-71, are currently fourth in the AL Central.

On the mound, the Rockies will send Bradley Blalock (1-2, 5.40 ERA) to face the Tigers' Keider Montero (4-6, 5.47 ERA).

BETMGM SPORTSBOOK : LINE Tigers -178, Rockies +148; over/under is 8 1/2 runs.

Detroit has performed well at home, boasting a 35-34 record. They excel in games where they score five or more runs, holding a remarkable 48-9 record in those situations.

Conversely, Colorado has struggled on the road, with a dismal 22-53 record. They have a better chance of winning when they out-hit their opponents, as evidenced by their 35-11 record in those games.

This will be the first meeting between the two teams this season.

Key players to watch include Riley Greene, who leads the Tigers with 20 home runs, and Zach McKinstry, who has been productive with 11 hits in his last 30 at-bats.

For the Rockies, Ezequiel Tovar has been a standout with 42 doubles and 22 home runs, while Brendan Rodgers has also been hitting well lately.

In terms of injuries, the Tigers are missing several key players, including Alex Faedo and Javier Baez, both on the 60-day injured list. The Rockies are also dealing with significant injuries, including Dakota Hudson and Kris Bryant, among others.

As both teams look to improve their standings, this matchup promises to be an interesting contest.