Tigers vs Astros Prediction and MLB Tips - 21 August 2025
Last updated: Aug 20, 2025, 5:10PM | Published: Aug 19, 2025, 7:34PM
The Detroit Tigers will take on the Houston Astros in MLB action at Comerica Park on Thursday, starting at 3:10am AEST.
Charlie Morton (8-10, 5.20 ERA) will start on the mound for the Tigers, while the Astros are going with Framber Valdez (11-6, 3.01 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Tigers vs Astros game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Detroit vs Houston MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Astros a 54% chance of beating the Tigers at Comerica Park.
Tigers vs Astros: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's MLB game at Comerica Park are shown below:
- Head to Head: Tigers $2.05, Astros $1.80
- Line: Tigers +1.5 ($1.62), Astros -1.5 ($2.35)
- Total (Over/Under 8.5 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 $2.05 and the Astros at $1.80.
The Tigers are 1.5-run underdogs against the Astros, with odds of $1.62 available at TAB.
For the favourite Astros (-1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $2.35.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 8.5 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Tigers (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 59% of the time, while the 8.5-run over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Tigers vs Astros: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Houston at $1.80 with TAB
- Line: Astros -1.5 at $2.35 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 8.5 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Tigers vs Astros best bets are based on world-class simulations and betting experience to bring you the best possible advice around the clock.
Even though the Tigers are more likely to cover the line, our best bet of Astros -1.5 is based on the probability of that happening, as suggested by our predictive analytics model, and the top odds available.
Tigers vs Astros: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Detroit vs Houston game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this page for the latest betting analysis before the Detroit vs Houston game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get the best tips on every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Tigers vs Astros: Essential Details
The match-up between the Tigers and Astros at Comerica Park is scheduled to start at 3:10am AEST on Thursday.
- Teams: Detroit Tigers vs Houston Astros
- Date: Thursday 21 August 2025
- Time: 3:10am AEST
- Venue: Comerica Park
All dates and times mentioned 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, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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