New York Yankees vs Detroit Tigers Betting Pick & Prediction for 6/24

MLB game preview

The New York Yankees are set to play against the Detroit Tigers in an MLB regular season game. The Yankees have a record of 47-31 and are ranked first in their division. They recently won their last game and have gone 6-4 in their last ten games.

On the other hand, the Detroit Tigers hold a 34-45 record, placing them fourth in their division. The Tigers are coming off a loss and have split their last ten games 5-5. The game will be played at Comerica Park in Detroit, with Ryan Weathers pitching for the Yankees and Tarik Skubal for the Tigers.

New York Yankees Team Preview

The New York Yankees have a mixed record in recent games. They secured a narrow win against the Detroit Tigers on June 23rd, with a 4-3 score. Jazz Chisholm Jr. was a key player, contributing a home run and two RBIs.

Earlier in the series, the Yankees fell to the Tigers, losing 5-3 on June 22nd. Amed Rosario was notable with a home run and two RBIs. Gerrit Cole struggled on the mound, allowing five earned runs over 4 1/3 innings.

In team stats, the Yankees are strong in home runs, leading the league with 116. Their slugging percentage is also the highest at .437. However, they have a moderate batting average of .245, ranking 12th in the league.

Yankees vs Tigers Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: New York Yankees vs. Detroit Tigers
  • Venue: Comerica Park in Detroit, MI
  • Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Yankees Moneyline +120, Tigers Moneyline -144

Detroit Tigers Team Preview

The Detroit Tigers have been on a strong run recently, winning four out of their last five games. Their most recent game against the New York Yankees was a close one, losing 4-3. Casey Mize pitched well with six strikeouts over 5 2/3 innings, although he gave up four earned runs.

The Tigers’ hitting has been steady, with Dillon Dingler leading the charge. Dingler boasts a .272 batting average with 18 home runs this season. In the last five games, he has been a key player, especially in the win against the White Sox on June 21st, where he hit a home run and drove in two runs.

On the mound, Tarik Skubal will start in the next game against the Yankees. Skubal has been effective this season with a 3.02 ERA and 57 strikeouts. The Tigers’ pitching staff is ranked 7th in ERA, showing they can keep opponents in check.

BTB Betting Pick

The Tigers are favored with a moneyline of -144 against the Yankees. Given the Tigers’ strong pitching, with a 3.37 ERA ranked second, they have an edge. The Yankees have a higher slugging percentage, but the Tigers’ pitching should control the game. The projected score is Tigers 4, Yankees 3. The recommendation is to pick the Tigers to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 7.5 runs. The Tigers’ pitching ranks high in several categories, including batting average against at .225. The Yankees’ offense ranks first in slugging, which could lead to some scoring. With the projected total score of 7 runs, the recommendation is to take the under at 7.5 (-121).