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Boston Red Sox vs. Detroit Tigers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for May 14, 2025

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May 14, 2025 7:39 PM
The Detroit Tigers, sitting atop the AL Central with a 28-15 record, look to sweep the Boston Red Sox in the third game of their series at Comerica Park on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 6:40 PM. The Red Sox, currently second in the AL East, will aim to prevent the Tigers from extending their home win streak, having lost the first two games of the series.
Boston Red Sox vs Detroit Tigers

Current Odds

BOS
DET
Over
12.0
+100
Under
13.5
-115
BOS
-1.5
+310
DET
-1.5
+260
BOS
ML
+175
DET
ML
+140

Red Sox vs Tigers statistics

Stat Red Sox Tigers
Hits 390 (1st) 383 (2nd)
Batting Average .254 (9th) .261 (5th)
Runs Batted In 206 (6th) 227 (3rd)
Runs 216 (5th) 238 (3rd)
Home Runs 55 (Tied-8th) 55 (Tied-8th)
Walks 151 (Tied-11th) 151 (Tied-11th)
Stolen Bases 45 (6th) 18 (Tied-29th)
Strikeouts 402 (28th) 381 (26th)
Pitches 6696 (1st) 6478 (4th)

Detroit Tigers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/13/25 vs Boston Red Sox W 10-9 F/11
5/12/25 vs Boston Red Sox W 14-2
5/11/25 vs Texas Rangers L 6-1
5/10/25 vs Texas Rangers L 10-3
5/9/25 vs Texas Rangers W 2-1

Boston Red Sox recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/13/25 @ Detroit Tigers L 10-9 F/11
5/12/25 @ Detroit Tigers L 14-2
5/11/25 @ Kansas City Royals W 3-1
5/10/25 @ Kansas City Royals W 10-1
5/9/25 @ Kansas City Royals L 2-1 F/12

Detroit Tigers injuries

  • Wilmer Flores (SP): Day-To-Day
  • Jake Rogers (C): 10-Day-IL
  • Matt Vierling (CF): 10-Day-IL
  • Casey Mize (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Wenceel Perez (RF): 60-Day-IL

Boston Red Sox injuries

  • Rob Refsnyder (RF): Day-To-Day
  • Seby Zavala (C): Day-To-Day
  • Romy Gonzalez (1B): 10-Day-IL
  • Walker Buehler (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Richard Fitts (SP): 15-Day-IL

Red Sox vs Tigers game info

Type Info
Venue Comerica Park
Location Detroit, Michigan
First pitch Wed 6:40 PM
Temperature 73°
Chance of Rain 49%

Red Sox vs Tigers predictions

Looking at the Boston Red Sox lineup for this matchup at Comerica Park, a few key bats could make the difference if they're able to get rolling early. Alex Bregman has been consistent all season and feels primed for another multi-hit game—don’t be surprised if he reaches base three times and drives in a run. Wilyer Abreu is emerging as more than just a power threat; he’s shown he can get on base with regularity, and I’d expect him to chip in with a base knock or two, maybe even swipe a bag. Add in Rafael Devers and Jarren Duran, who both seem likely to reach safely a couple of times, and the Red Sox have enough firepower to put pressure on Detroit’s defense, especially with the top of their order looking sharp.

On the Detroit Tigers side, the bats have been heating up, and the lineup looks as deep as ever. Kerry Carpenter has been absolutely dialed in this season, so penciling him in for a couple of hits and a possible RBI feels like a safe bet. Spencer Torkelson could make his presence felt with some extra-base power, and there’s every chance he drives in a run or two given how well he’s seeing the ball. You definitely can’t overlook Riley Greene, who’s found his stride atop the order and seems likely to create scoring opportunities with both his bat and his ability to take a walk. And with Tarik Skubal on the mound throwing quality innings lately, the Tigers' pitching should put them in a position to go the distance.

With Detroit leading the regular season series 2-0 and looking comfortable at home (an impressive 16-5 home record), all signs point to the Tigers having the upper hand again. They’re getting big offensive contributions from multiple spots in their lineup while also playing well-balanced baseball. The Red Sox have enough punch to hang around, but Detroit’s consistency, especially at Comerica Park, has been hard to beat. If I had to call it, the Tigers look likely to finish the sweep and keep rolling as the top team in the AL Central. Do you see Boston pulling off the upset, or is Detroit just too much to handle right now?

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