Tigers Face Angels in Anaheim Showdown: Mize vs. Kikuchi
Anaheim, CA – The Detroit Tigers (19-12) are set to clash with the Los Angeles Angels (12-17) today, May 1, 2025, at Angel Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 9:38 p.m. EST. Casey Mize will take the mound for the Tigers, while Yusei Kikuchi will pitch for the Angels.
Game Details
- Date: Thursday, May 1, 2025
- Time: 9:38 PM EST
- Location: Angel Stadium, Anaheim, CA
- Broadcast: KCOP, FanDuel Sports Network Detroit Extra
Team Performance
The Tigers are coming off a 7-4 victory against the Houston Astros. Jackson Jobe pitched for detroit,allowing three earned runs on four hits and striking out four.
The Angels, however, are on a five-game losing streak, most recently suffering a 9-3 defeat against the Seattle Mariners.
Pitching Matchup
The game features a pitching duel between Casey Mize and Yusei Kikuchi.
- Casey Mize (Tigers): 4-1 record, 2.12 ERA. In his last outing against the Baltimore Orioles on April 26, Mize pitched 5.1 innings, allowing 1 earned run on 8 hits, with no walks and 5 strikeouts.
- Yusei Kikuchi (Angels): 0-4 record, 4.31 ERA. In his last start against the Minnesota Twins on April 26, Kikuchi lasted only 2.0 innings, giving up 4 earned runs on 9 hits, with 4 walks and no strikeouts.
Betting Odds
Here are the latest betting odds for the game:
- Moneyline: Tigers (-125), Angels (+105)
- Spread: Tigers -1.5
- Total: 8.0 runs
Betting Trends & Insights
- The Angels have lost their last five games.
- The total has gone under in each of the last three matchups between the Angels and Tigers.
- The Angels have failed to cover the run line in their last eight games.
Expert Predictions
NBC Sports Bet’s model offers the following recommendations:
- Moneyline: Detroit Tigers
- Spread: Los Angeles Angels +1.5
- Total: Over 8.0 runs
Expert Analysis
According to ClutchPoints’ betting team, the final prediction and pick is Tigers -1.5 [[3]].
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FAQ
- Who is pitching for the Tigers?
- Casey Mize.
- Who is pitching for the Angels?
- Yusei Kikuchi.
- What time does the game start?
- 9:38 PM EST.
- What are the Moneyline odds?
- Tigers (-125), Angels (+105).
