Tigers vs Astros Prediction and MLB Tips - 19 August 2025
Last updated: Aug 18, 2025, 10:43PM | Published: Aug 17, 2025, 7:31PM
The Detroit Tigers will sqaure off with the Houston Astros in MLB action at Comerica Park on Tuesday, commencing at 8:40am AEST.
The Tigers will send Jack Flaherty (6-12, 4.76 ERA) to the mound, while the Astros will counter with Spencer Arrighetti (1-3, 6.38 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Tigers vs Astros game, along with the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Tuesday's Detroit vs Houston MLB game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Tigers a 56% chance of beating the Astros at Comerica Park.
Tigers vs Astros: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's MLB game at Comerica Park are listed below:
- Head to Head: Tigers $1.67, Astros $2.25
- Line: Tigers -1.5 ($2.35), Astros +1.5 ($1.62)
- Total (Over/Under 8 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Tigers at $1.67 and the Astros at $2.25.
The Tigers are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the Astros, with odds of $2.35 available at TAB.
For the underdog Astros (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.62.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Astros (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 61% of the time, while the 8-run over/under is expected to go over 52% of the time.
Tigers vs Astros: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Houston at $2.25 with TAB
- Line: Astros +1.5 at $1.62 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 8 at $1.91 with TAB
Today's Tigers vs Astros best bets are based on complex modelling and gambling expertise to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Tigers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Astros to win is our recommended option because of the 1.1% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.
Furthermore, despite the Over being more likely to hit in this game, Under 8 is our best bet because of the better odds ($1.91) that are available from TAB.
Tigers vs Astros: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Detroit vs Houston game on Tuesday, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting analysis before the Detroit vs Houston game.
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Tigers vs Astros: Essential Details
The match-up between the Tigers and Astros at Comerica Park is scheduled to start at 8:40am AEST on Tuesday.
- Teams: Detroit Tigers vs Houston Astros
- Date: Tuesday 19 August 2025
- Time: 8:40am AEST
- Venue: Comerica Park
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Detroit vs Houston predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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