Tigers vs Dodgers Picks and Prediction – 3/30/2025

On Saturday, the Detroit Tigers (0-1) face off against the Los Angeles Dodgers (3-0) at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Keep up to date with all the MLB action, with our expert MLB picks.

Los Angeles comes into this matchup having won their first three games of the year, prior to their second game against Detroit. In their 5-4 victory over Detroit on Thursday, Shohei Ohtani shone for Los Angeles, going 2-for-4 with a home run. He also crossed the plate twice and contributed an RBI. Teoscar Hernandez added to the offense by hitting 1-for-4, including a home run, driving in three runs, and scoring once himself. Tommy Edman also chipped in with a home run, a run, and an RBI from a 1-for-4 effort. On the mound, starting pitcher Blake Snell handled five innings, giving up two earned runs on five hits and four walks, while striking out two batters. As the reigning World Series Champions, Los Angeles has kicked off the season strong, aiming to maintain their momentum against Detroit in their next home game. Last season, the Dodgers averaged an impressive 5.3 runs per game.

Detroit enters this game having lost their first game of the season, prior to their second game against Los Angeles. In their narrow 5-4 defeat to Los Angeles on Opening Day, Detroit’s Spencer Torkelson had an impressive performance, smashing a home run, scoring two runs, and earning an RBI during his sole plate appearance. Manuel Margot contributed by going 2-for-3, driving in an RBI, while Gleyber Torres put up a solid 2-for-5 performance with one run scored. Tarik Skubal started on the mound for Detroit, pitching five innings where he surrendered four earned runs on six hits and one walk, while striking out two batters. As they aim to recover from this close loss, the Tigers are determined to overcome the current World Series Champions on the road in Los Angeles. Reflecting on last season, Detroit averaged 4.2 runs per game.

Last season, the Dodgers excelled across the board, showing particular strength when playing at home. As they prepare to host the Tigers, they're eager to secure another victory. Meanwhile, Detroit surprised everyone by making the playoffs, defying expectations, and they aim to carry that positive energy into the season's opening series against the reigning World Series Champions. On the mound for Detroit will be Reese Olson, who finished last year with a 4-8 record and a respectable 3.53 ERA. For Los Angeles, Roki Sasaki will take the start; in his first appearance this season, he managed three innings but struggled with five walks, alongside allowing just one hit and one run. Final Score Prediction, Los Angeles Dodgers win 6-2.