Opening Day in Detroit sees the Tigers, currently one of the hottest teams in baseball, welcoming the Oakland A's, who are struggling both on the field and in attendance.

By the Numbers
  • Tigers have swept the White Sox and won two extra-innings games against the Mets.
  • Oakland A's playing in front of home crowds barely over 3,000.
  • Reliever Alex Lange's walk rate increased from 11.4% in 2022 to 15.6% in 2023.
  • Detroit Tigers' bullpen has the second-best ERA in baseball at 1.89.
  • Jason Foley's slider drops 3 inches more than the league average and his fastball has topped 100 mph several times.
Yes, But

The Tigers' bullpen performance might fluctuate in future games.

State of Play
  • Tigers are in good form coming into the game against Oakland A's.
  • A's are struggling on and off the field, with plans to relocate in the future.
What's Next

Future considerations for the Tigers include potentially expanding their rotation.

Bottom Line

The Tigers face an exciting game against the struggling Oakland A's, with key players delivering solid performances amidst potential bullpen challenges.