Game: Seattle Mariners vs. Detroit Tigers (ALDS Game 3)
Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Time: 4:08 PM EST
Location: Comerica Park, Detroit, MI
TV: FS1
Moneyline Odds:
- Seattle Mariners: -137
- Detroit Tigers: +113
Pivotal Game 3 Heads to Detroit as Mariners and Tigers Battle for Series Lead
The American League Division Series shifts to Comerica Park for a crucial Game 3 as the Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers face off with the series knotted at 1-1. After splitting two tight contests in Seattle, the Tigers return home with momentum, looking to leverage their home-field advantage. The Mariners, the road favorites, will aim to silence the Detroit crowd and retake control of this best-of-five series.
Starting Pitching Matchup
Seattle Mariners: Logan Gilbert (RHP)
Logan Gilbert takes the mound for Seattle, bringing his formidable presence to a high-stakes road environment. As a key piece of the Mariners’ vaunted pitching staff, Gilbert will be tasked with neutralizing a Tigers lineup that has proven capable of competing in this series. His ability to command the strike zone and limit hard contact will be essential for the Mariners to secure a win on the road.
Detroit Tigers: Jack Flaherty (RHP)
Countering for the Tigers is veteran right-hander Jack Flaherty. Detroit will lean on Flaherty’s experience and poise to set the tone in their first home playoff game of the series. After his team successfully stole a game in Seattle, Flaherty has the opportunity to give the Tigers their first lead of the ALDS in front of an energized home crowd.
Series Outlook and Analysis
The series is living up to its billing as a competitive clash. The Tigers defied expectations by securing a split in the first two games, shifting the pressure to the favored Mariners. Now, Seattle must win at least one game in Detroit to force the series back home.
Both teams have navigated their share of injuries throughout the 2025 season to reach this point. The Mariners have seen key players like Bryce Miller and Ryan Bliss on the injured list at various times, while the Tigers have overcome stints without Matt Vierling and Parker Meadows. This resilience has defined both clubs and has them prepared for the rigors of postseason baseball.
The betting odds reflect the Mariners’ perceived overall strength, installing them as -137 favorites even on the road. However, the Tigers (+113) have proven they are a formidable opponent, especially now that they have the home-field advantage.
Prediction
This game has all the makings of a classic, low-scoring postseason pitcher’s duel. With Gilbert and Flaherty on the mound, runs will be at a premium. One betting analyst has already pointed to the Under 7.5 as a strong play, and the pitching matchup certainly supports that.
While the Tigers will feed off the energy at Comerica Park, the Mariners’ deep and talented roster gives them a slight edge. Seattle’s experience in tight games and the top-end talent in their rotation are built for October. Expect a nail-biter that goes down to the wire, but the Mariners’ ace should give them just enough of an advantage to pull out a critical road victory.
Final Score Prediction: Mariners 4, Tigers 2
The Pick: Seattle Mariners Moneyline (-137)
Sources:
Seattle Mariners Injury Status – ESPN
Seattle Mariners Injury Report and Status 2025 – CBSSports.com
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