Scheduled for a 7:40 PM start at Kauffman Stadium on September 18, 2024, the Detroit Tigers are set to clash with the Kansas City Royals under clear skies. The Tigers will have Tarik Skubal with an ERA of 2.500 on the mound, while the Royals counter with Alec Marsh, who holds an ERA of 4.525.

In the fiercely competitive 2024 AL Central Division, the Tigers find themselves in 7th place with a record of 79-73, which gives them a winning percentage of .520. They’ve been strong in division play with a 26-22 record and have enjoyed recent success, winning eight of their last ten games. Their current winning streak stands at three. On the road, the Tigers have performed consistently, recording 40 wins against 37 defeats.

Meanwhile, the Royals sit slightly above the Tigers in 5th place with an 82-70 record, translating to a .540 winning percentage. They have excelled within their division, boasting a 33-18 record. However, their recent form has dipped with five wins in their last ten games, alongside a current three-game losing streak. The Royals have shown strength at home with a 45-32 record, contrasting with their nearly balanced away record of 37-38.

**Betting Odds Insight**: For tonight’s game, the betting odds are finely balanced. The point spread is set at 1.5, favoring the Tigers, while the Over/Under for total runs is pegged at 7.5, suggesting a moderately scoring game. For moneyline bets, the Tigers are the favorites at -148, indicating higher confidence from the oddsmakers compared to the Royals, who are set at +126. These odds set the stage for an intriguing encounter where bettors might lean towards a tight Tigers win but could see value in betting on the Royals at home.