Tigers Look to Bounce Back Against Athletics in Sacramento
The Detroit Tigers are back in action tonight against the Oakland Athletics, looking to even the series after a disappointing loss in the opener. First pitch is set for 10:05 p.m. EST at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento, as Detroit plays its 134th game of the season.
The Tigers enter with a 78-55 record, still holding firm in the postseason race, but every game matters as September baseball creeps closer.
How to Watch
Radio: 97.1 The Ticket
Date: 08/26/2025
Time: 10:05 pm EST
Watch: FanDuel Sports Network Detroit, MLBN (out-of-market only)
Charlie Morton Takes the Ball for Detroit
Since arriving from Baltimore, Charlie Morton has given Detroit 22.1 innings of mixed results. Morton’s strikeout rate (30.9%) shows the veteran still has plenty of life. Walks, however, have been a problem, his 8.5% walk rate has kept the ERA high, even if a 3.74 FIP suggests better underlying performance. His overall line sits at 9–10 with a 5.09 ERA through 123.2 innings so far this year. Detroit needs Morton sharp tonight to avoid dropping back-to-back games to a struggling A’s club.
Athletics Counter with Osvaldo Bido
The A’s will send Osvaldo Bido to the mound. Bido has a 2-4 record with a 5.37 ERA over 65.1 innings this season, and his metrics don’t suggest much better luck is coming, he’s posted a 16.6% strikeout rate, 8.4% walk rate, and a concerning 5.98 FIP.
This could be the perfect chance for Detroit’s lineup to get back on track after last night’s frustrating game.
Odds:
-Spread: Detroit Tigers -1.5 (+125)/Oakland Athletics +1.5 (-155)
–Money Line: Detroit Tigers -125/Oakland Athletics +105
-Over/Under: 11
Odds from BetMGM
Tigers Need to Rebound
Detroit came into this series riding high after winning their last two series, but Monday’s loss slowed their momentum. The Tigers have been solid on the road (34-30 away from Comerica) and need to continue banking wins against sub-.500 opponents like Oakland to maintain their edge in the AL playoff chase.
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