It's a must-win game for Detroit after blowing last night's contest in Cleveland. Take the Tigers with Justin Verlander on the mound this evening against the Indians' Jake Westbrook.
Detroit has won their last six straight. In their last seven games vs. a team with a winning record, the Tigers are 6-1. Detroit is 5-1 in their last six road games and 7-2 in their last nine games as a favorite.
In Justin Verlander's last 12 road starts, the Tigers are 9-3. In his last 43 starts as a favorite the Tigers are 31-12.
The Indians have also been playing very well, but with Jake Westbrook on the mound you have to go with Detroit. The Indians are 2-5 in Westbrook's last seven starts and 2-5 in his last seven starts vs. a team with a winning record. Play on the Tigers.
Free Pick: Tigers -115