Tigers Look to Snap Skid as Braves Come to Comerica
The Detroit Tigers (85-68) are back at Comerica Park tonight for the start of a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves (70-83). First pitch is set for 6:40 p.m. EST as Detroit tries to shake off a rough stretch that’s seen them win just four of their last twelve games. Atlanta enters on a five-game winning streak and will be looking to play spoiler against the AL Central leaders.
How to Watch
Date: 09/19/2025
Time: 6:40 pm EST
Stadium: Comerica Park, Detroit, MI
Radio: 97.1 The Ticket, LaZ WDTW 1310AM/107.9FM
Watch: FanDuel Sports Network Detroit
Pitching Matchup: Morton vs. Elder
Veteran righty Charlie Morton (9-10, 5.56 ERA, 146 K in 139.1 IP) will take the mound for Detroit. Morton has allowed three or fewer earned runs in 15 of his 25 starts, though his consistency has wavered. He’ll look to set the tone early and give the Tigers a chance to reset.
Atlanta counters with Bryce Elder (7-10, 5.56 ERA). He’s shown flashes of control but has struggled to keep the ball in the park, something the Tigers lineup needs to take advantage of.
Odds:
-Spread: Detroit Tigers +1.5 (-190)/ Atlanta Braves –1.5 (+154)
–Money Line: Detroit Tigers -115/ Atlanta Braves -105
-Over/Under: 9
Odds from BetMGM current to the time of publishing
Tigers Activate Sewald, Release Heuer
Before the series, Paul Sewald was activated from the 60-day injured list, while Codi Heuer was released to clear a roster spot. Sewald’s return should provide some much-needed stability to a bullpen that’s been stretched thin during Detroit’s recent skid.
Key Players to Watch
- Kerry Carpenter – On fire in September with 9 runs, 10 RBI, 10 hits, and 4 homers in 14 games.
- Spencer Torkelson – Has 129 hits, 29 home runs, and 74 RBI on the season, providing steady power in the middle of the order.
- Riley Greene – The heartbeat of Detroit’s offense, leading the team in AVG (.261), runs (82), hits (149), doubles (31), home runs (34), and RBI (108).
- Gleyber Torres – On-base machine with a .361 OBP, 126 hits, and 73 RBI.
- Zach McKinstry – While his overall numbers aren’t flashy, he’s on top for triples with 11 out of the 35 triples for the team coming from McKinstry.
What’s at Stake
The Tigers still hold the AL Central lead, but their margin for error is shrinking. This series is a chance to stop the bleeding and reassert themselves before the postseason push. A win tonight would not just halt Atlanta’s surge, it could be the reset Detroit needs.
Richard Knight
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