Prediction San Francisco Giants vs Detroit Tigers 05.28.25

Get ready for a cracking matchup at Comerica Park on May 28th, 1:10 PM, as the San Francisco Giants (31-24) take on the Detroit Tigers (36-20). This interleague clash pits two teams with surprisingly similar pitching staffs against each other, but with contrasting offensive approaches.

The Giants are a bit of a mixed bag. Their .231 batting average ranks a lowly 24th in the league, and they’re only averaging 4.33 runs per game. That’s not exactly lighting the scoreboard on fire. Their pitching, however, is a different story. A 3.25 ERA shows they can keep games close, even if the bats go silent. They’re getting just 7.47 hits a game, suggesting a struggle to string together rallies.

The Tigers, on the other hand, boast a much more potent offense. Their .253 batting average is a respectable 10th in the league, and they’re putting up 5.02 runs per game. Their 8.41 hits per game suggests a more consistent ability to get on base and manufacture runs. While their pitching ERA of 3.27 is nearly identical to the Giants’, their bullpen, with 15 saves, shows a strong ability to close out games.

This is where it gets interesting. L. Roupp (3-3, ERA 3.63) for the Giants faces off against J. Jobe (4-1, ERA 4.06) for the Tigers. While Jobe has slightly worse numbers on paper, home-field advantage could be a significant factor. Both pitchers have shown vulnerability this season; it could come down to who gets better run support.

Predicting a winner here is tough, but I’m leaning towards the home team, Detroit Tigers. Their superior offense and the comfort of Comerica Park give them the edge. Considering the pitching matchups and offensive capabilities, I’m also predicting an over on the 7.5 total runs line. Expect a close, high-scoring affair.