Game Details:
- Matchup: Seattle Mariners at Detroit Tigers
- Series: American League Division Series, Game 4
- Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2025
- Time: 3:08 PM EST
- Venue: Comerica Park, Detroit, MI
- TV: FS1
- Seattle Mariners: -106
- Detroit Tigers: -115
Game Preview
The American League Division Series heads into a pivotal Game 4 as the Seattle Mariners visit the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. With the series on the line, both teams will send a talented right-hander to the mound in what projects to be a tightly contested afternoon matchup. The weather in Detroit is expected to be partly cloudy with no threat of rain, ensuring a clean game for both sides.
The Mariners turn to Bryce Miller, a key piece of their rotation who battled through some injury concerns mid-season. His presence on the mound in a crucial postseason game underscores his importance to Seattle’s success. The Mariners have navigated their share of injuries throughout the year, with players like Ryan Bliss and Gregory Santos on the mend, but their core has pushed them deep into October. Now, on the road, they’ll need Miller to deliver a strong performance to keep their championship hopes burning bright.
The Detroit Tigers counter with their own righty, Casey Mize. Pitching on his home turf at Comerica Park, Mize gets the ball in a high-stakes environment. The Tigers are slight betting favorites, a nod to both their home-field advantage and a lineup that can do damage. Keep an eye on slugger Kerry Carpenter, who boasts impressive advanced metrics this season, including a 46.8% hard-hit rate and a 12.5% barrel percentage, making him a constant threat to change the game with one swing. Like Seattle, Detroit has also dealt with injuries to key players like Matt Vierling and Parker Meadows late in the season but have shown the depth to overcome them.
Prediction
This matchup is essentially a toss-up, as reflected by the razor-thin moneyline odds. Both Bryce Miller and Casey Mize are capable of controlling a game, suggesting that runs may be at a premium. The Mariners have the grit and pitching depth that defines a playoff contender, while the Tigers have the home-field energy and a lineup with legitimate power threats.
In a game this evenly matched, the small advantages make the difference. The Tigers are playing in front of their home crowd in a playoff atmosphere, which can provide a significant emotional and performance boost. With Mize on the mound and a hitter like Carpenter ready to capitalize on any mistake, Detroit has a slight edge. Expect a tense, low-scoring affair that could very well be decided by the bullpens in the later innings.
The Pick: Detroit Tigers (-115)
Sources:
Seattle Mariners Injury Status – ESPN
Seattle Mariners Injury Report and Status 2025 – CBSSports.com
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