The Cleveland Guardians and Detroit Tigers are squaring off in Game 3 of the ALDS, and if it’s anything like Game 2, it’s going to be a tight matchup. Detroit has home-field advantage, and while the Guardians won Game 1 convincingly, they were completely shut out in Game 2.
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With key players from both teams stepping up and getting good swings in, there are several player prop bets that offer great value.
To help you make the best bets on this game, we’ve put together 5 of the best player prop picks for the Tigers vs. Guardians Game 3.
Odds: -160
Spencer Torkelson has been one of Detroit’s most reliable hitters, especially in clutch moments.
Although ge’s coming off a grim performance in Game 2, historically, he has hit well at home (.247/.331/.456 at home) — particularly against the Guardians (.273/.385/.364).
Given the Guardians' starting pitcher, Alex Cobb, hasn’t faced Detroit this season and will undoubtedly show some rust, Torkelson is in a good spot to notch at least one hit. Honestly, we’d love to see a Torkbomb to give the Tigers the early lead.
With his ability to handle pressure, expect him to deliver again in this must-win game for Detroit.
Odds: -205
Kerry Carpenter has been a steady force in the Tigers' lineup, and his clutch three-run homer in the 9th inning of Game 2 made the difference for Detroit.
Over his last eight home appearances, Carpenter has recorded a hit in seven games. That’s not a bad stat. It shows that he has remarkable consistency.
With Cobb on the mound for Cleveland and potential bullpen involvement later in the game, Carpenter should have multiple opportunities to continue his hot streak.
This prop feels safe, and the odds reflect that. We think he’s in great form and locked in at the plate.
Odds: -150
Alex Cobb will be starting for Cleveland, and while there are some concerns about how sharp he’ll be after not pitching since September 1, he’s still a reliable strikeout pitcher. Getting at least 3 Ks shouldn’t be a problem for his arm.
Cobb has recorded four or more strikeouts in each of his last 11 Wednesday starts, and with Detroit’s aggressive lineup, he should be able to pick up at least three strikeouts before leaving the game.
The odds lean slightly in favor of the over, making this a solid prop to target heading into Game 3 of this ALDS.
Odds: +170
Andres Gimenez has been a key offensive contributor for the Guardians all season.
While the Guardians’ bats went quiet against the Tigers in Game 2, Gimenez still represents one of their best chances to get things going in Game 3.
Hitting over 0.5 bases at -195 feels like a lock, but taking the chance on 1.5 total bases offers more value at +170. Go for the bigger bucks with 2 bases. A swing of the bat into the alley will get you the win with this prop bet.
With the Guardians needing more offense, expect Gimenez to step up in a critical moment today.
Odds: -235
You can’t talk about Cleveland’s offense without mentioning Jose Ramirez. In fact, it’s hard to talk baseball without mentioning Ramirez.
The team leader in both home runs and RBIs, Ramirez has been in a bit of a cold streak lately. Despite this, we think he’s bound to break through.
Hitting .279 on the season with a .872 OPS, Ramirez is too talented to stay cold for long.
Facing Detroit’s bullpen strategy should give him enough opportunities to secure at least one hit, making this prop a strong option despite the short odds. It’s an easy bet that should undoubtedly net you a W.
This ALDS between the Tigers and Guardians has already been a rollercoaster. With each team trading shutouts in the first 2 games, Game 3 should be another intense battle.
Spencer Torkelson and Kerry Carpenter will continue to be focal points for Detroit, while Cleveland’s Jose Ramirez and Andres Gimenez are pivotal to their chances of advancing.
Pitching-wise, Alex Cobb might be the wild card — how sharp he is could swing the game either way. We’re expecting to see some rust, but pitchers making a comeback always seem to surprise us.
Keep an eye on these five player props, as they offer great value in what’s sure to be a tight matchup at Comerica Park in this ALDS matchup.
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