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Tigers vs Nationals Predictions, Best Bets, and Picks

The Detroit Tigers face the Washington Nationals on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Nationals Park. This interleague matchup features teams with contrasting trajectories: the Tigers are leading the AL Central, while the Nationals are striving to improve their standings. Our analysis provides a data-driven prediction, betting odds, and a free pick for this game.

Game Prediction

Detroit Tigers

Detroit Tigers

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Washington Nationals

Washington Nationals

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Jul 2
Starts at
1:05 pm
Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.

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Betting Overview

  • Teams: Detroit Tigers vs. Washington Nationals
  • Date: Wednesday, July 2, 2025
  • Time: 1:05 PM ET
  • Venue: Nationals Park, Washington, D.C.
  • Broadcast: MASN2

Betting Odds

  • Spread: Tigers -1.5 (+105)
  • Moneyline: Tigers -154, Nationals +128
  • Total: Over/Under 9.5 runs

Preview of Tigers vs Nationals Prediction

The Tigers (53–32) are leading the AL Central and have won five of their last seven games. They are coming off a rest day after defeating the Minnesota Twins 3-0 on Sunday, with Tarik Skubal delivering a dominant 13-strikeout performance.

The Nationals (35–49) are 16–24 at home and are looking to improve their standings in the NL East. They have a 5–5 record in their last 10 games, with a team ERA of 5.36 during that span.

Probable Pitchers:

  • Tigers: Jack Flaherty (5–9, 4.80 ERA)
  • Nationals: Trevor Williams (3–9, 5.65 ERA)

Tigers vs Nationals Predictions

Here are the WAGERBIRD Terminal picks for this matchup, based on algorithmic modeling and confidence scoring.

Free Pick

  • Pick: Full Game Run Line: WSH +1.5
  • Confidence: 75

Both starting pitchers have ERAs above 4.80, and the Nationals' bullpen has struggled recently. The Tigers' offense, led by Riley Greene, who has 19 home runs and a .296 batting average, is poised to capitalize.

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  • First Five Innings Game Total: Confidence: 57
  • First Five Innings DET Team Total: Confidence: 71

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FAQs

What chance do the Tigers have of beating the Nationals?

The Tigers are favored with a moneyline of -154, indicating a 60.6% implied probability of winning.

How many times have the Tigers beaten the Nationals?

As of July 2, 2025, the Tigers and Nationals have not yet played this season. For historical head-to-head records, refer to official MLB statistics.

Who is favored to win Tigers vs Nationals?

The Tigers are favored with a moneyline of -154, while the Nationals are underdogs at +128.

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