Tigers vs Rays Prediction and MLB Tips - 9 July 2025
Last updated: Jul 8, 2025, 10:40PM | Published: Jul 7, 2025, 7:29PM
The Detroit Tigers will take on the Tampa Bay Rays in MLB action at Comerica Park on Wednesday, starting at 8:40am AEST.
Jack Flaherty (5-9, 4.84 ERA) will start for the Tigers, while the Rays will counter with Ryan Pepiot (6-6, 3.34 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Tigers vs Rays game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's Detroit vs Tampa Bay MLB game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Tigers a 54% chance of winning against the Rays at Comerica Park.
Tigers vs Rays: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's MLB game at Comerica Park are listed below:
- Head to Head: Tigers $1.77, Rays $2.10
- Line: Tigers -1.5 ($2.65), Rays +1.5 ($1.50)
- 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 $1.77 and the Rays at $2.10.
The Tigers are 1.5-run favourites against the Rays, with odds of $2.65 available at TAB.
For the underdog Rays (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $1.50.
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 model, the Rays (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 65% of the time, while the 8-run over/under is expected to stay under 53% of the time.
Tigers vs Rays: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Tampa Bay at $2.10 with TAB
- Line: Rays +1.5 at $1.50 with TAB
- Total Runs: Under 8 at $1.91 with TAB
Stats Insider's Tigers vs Rays predictions are based on detailed simulations and wagering experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Tigers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Rays to win is our preferred option because of the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Tigers vs Rays: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Detroit vs Tampa Bay game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting analysis before the Detroit vs Tampa Bay game.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips on every MLB game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Tigers vs Rays: Essential Details
The match-up between the Tigers and Rays at Comerica Park is scheduled to start at 8:40am AEST on Wednesday.
- Teams: Detroit Tigers vs Tampa Bay Rays
- Date: Wednesday 9 July 2025
- Time: 8:40am 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 Tampa Bay predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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