Detroit Tigers vs Cincinnati Reds Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/24

MLB game preview

The Detroit Tigers and the Cincinnati Reds are set for a regular season game at Great American Ball Park. The Tigers enter the game with a 14-12 record and are ranked second in the AL Central. They have won their last two games and are 7-3 in their last ten games.

The Reds hold a 16-9 record and top the NL Central division. They have a recent loss but also show a 7-3 record in their last ten games. Framber Valdez will pitch for the Tigers, while Andrew Abbott will take the mound for the Reds. The game will be played on Friday, April 24, 2026, at 6:40 PM and will air on DSN.

Detroit Tigers Team Preview

The Detroit Tigers have shown mixed results in recent games. They secured two wins against the Milwaukee Brewers, with scores of 5-4 and 5-2. Key contributors in these victories were Riley Greene and Spencer Torkelson, who both hit home runs.

In the game prior, the Tigers faced a tough loss against the Brewers with a score of 12-4. Despite the loss, Kevin McGonigle had a notable performance, going 2 for 5 with a run and an RBI. Their pitching struggled, allowing 16 hits in the game.

The Tigers’ batting stats are decent, ranking 10th in batting average and on-base percentage. They have hit 22 home runs this season, placing them 13th in that category. On the mound, Framber Valdez is expected to start, holding a 3.30 ERA with 20 strikeouts so far this season.

Tigers vs Reds Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Detroit Tigers vs. Cincinnati Reds
  • Venue: Great American Ball Park, Cincinnati, OH
  • Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Tigers Moneyline -134, Reds Moneyline +114, Tigers Runline -1.5 (+122), Reds Runline +1.5 (-148), Total Over 8.5 (-112), Total Under 8.5 (-108)

Cincinnati Reds Team Preview

The Cincinnati Reds have been on a roller-coaster ride in recent games. They had a big win against the Tampa Bay Rays on April 21st, scoring 12 runs and hitting five home runs. Elly De La Cruz and Sal Stewart were the standout players, both contributing with two home runs each.

In the upcoming game against the Detroit Tigers, Andrew Abbott will be the starting pitcher for the Reds. Abbott has struggled this season with a 5.84 ERA and no wins yet. The Reds will look to improve their batting average, which is currently ranked 25th in the league.

The Reds have some power hitters in their lineup, like Sal Stewart and Elly De La Cruz, who both have eight home runs. Their team has a total of 27 home runs, which ranks them 9th in the league. However, they need to work on their batting average and on-base percentage to climb up the standings.

BTB Betting Pick

The Tigers are favored with a moneyline of -134 against the Reds, who have a moneyline of +114. The Tigers have a strong batting average and on-base percentage, both ranked 10th. Their solid pitching, with a low ERA of 3.65, gives them the edge. The Tigers are projected to win with a score of 5-3.

The total for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Reds have a lower batting average and slugging percentage, ranked 25th and 24th respectively. With both teams having strong pitching, it is likely the game stays under the total. The recommended pick is under 8.5 runs.