Detroit aims to capitalize on struggling Chicago squad
The Detroit Tigers open a three-game road set Monday night against the Chicago White Sox, and they’re bringing some momentum with them. Fresh off their first series win of August, taking two of three from the Los Angeles Angels, the Tigers head into a seven-game road stretch in a strong position in the AL Central.
How to Watch
Radio: 97.1 The Ticket
Date: 08/11/2025
Time: 7:40 pm EST
Stadium: Rate Field, Chicago, IL
Streaming: FanDuel Sports Network Detroit
Tigers Riding High After Weekend Win
Detroit sits at 68-51, holding a comfortable seven-game lead over the Cleveland Guardians and trailing only the Milwaukee Brewers by five games for MLB’s best record. They’ve been steady at both the plate and on the mound, with a +77 run differential that ranks seventh in baseball.
The White Sox, meanwhile, are having a difficult season. At 43-75, they’ve dropped six straight before finally picking up a win against Cleveland on Sunday. Their -75 run differential paints the picture of a team struggling on both sides of the ball.
Odds:
-Spread: Detroit Tigers -1.5 (+115)/Chicago White Sox +1.5 (-140)
–Money Line: Detroit Tigers -145/Chicago White Sox +118
-Over/Under: 8.5
Odds from BetMGM
Pitching Matchup: Paddack vs. Peguero
The Tigers send Chris Paddack to the hill, looking for a bounce-back outing. Paddack enters at 4-10 with a 4.91 ERA, a 17.3% strikeout rate, and a 5.3% walk rate over 121 innings. Consistency has been his challenge, but a start against Chicago’s inconsistent lineup could be a chance to get right.
Chicago counters with Elvis Peguero, who will make his first career MLB start. He’s appeared in six games this season with a 4.91 ERA, but all out of the bullpen. How he handles Detroit’s order over multiple innings is the big unknown in this opener.
What’s at Stake
The Tigers have split their last ten games (5-5), while the White Sox are 4-6 in the same stretch. Detroit’s offense and bullpen depth give them a clear edge on paper, but as always on the road, setting the tone in Game 1 is key.
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