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An American League showdown is on tap between the host New York Yankees (36-15) and the Detroit Tigers (21-30) on Friday evening in the Bronx. Both teams head into this contest on three-game winning streaks. New York is playing outstanding baseball and owns the best record in the majors. Detroit's pitching has been excellent over this win streak, allowing only two runs in a three game span. Gerrit Cole (4-1, 3.12 ERA) takes the hill for New York, while Elvin Rodriguez (0-0, 6.17) is getting the nod for the Tigers.

First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. ET. New York is the -345 money line favorite (risk $345 to win $100) in the latest Tigers vs. Yankees odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while Detroit is a +285 underdog. The over-under for total runs scored is eight. Before making any Yankees vs. Tigers picks, be sure to check out the latest MLB predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine Projection Model.

The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every MLB game 10,000 times and it is off to a strong start to the 2022 season. It's on a 48-31 roll on top-rated MLB money-line picks through eight weeks, returning over $1,100 for $100 players. Anyone following it has seen huge returns.

Now, the model has set its sights on Tigers vs. Yankees and revealed its coveted picks and predictions. You can head to SportsLine to see all of the model's MLB picks. Here are several MLB odds and betting lines for Tigers vs. Yankees:

  • Tigers vs. Yankees moneyline: New York -345, Detroit +285 
  • Tigers vs. Yankees run-line: Detroit +1.5 (+140) 
  • Tigers vs. Yankees over-under: 8 runs 
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  • DET: The Tigers are 5-1 in their last six overall 
  • NYY: The Yankees are 4-0 in their last four Friday games

Why you should back the Yankees

Second baseman Gleyber Torres is a smooth hitter with the tools to hit for both power and average. Torres has great arm strength and range on the defensive end. The two-time All-Star is aggressive at the plate and can get caught chasing a few pitches. Torres' has 10 home runs with 25 runs driven in. 

Shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa is a versatile piece that can play all over the infield. Kiner-Falefa has been a very good defender while being a quality contact hitter. The 27-year-old has a good awareness of the strike zone with excellent bat control. Kiner-Falefa is currently on a six-game hitting streak.

Why you should back the Tigers

Shortstop Harold Castro is an outstanding athlete and runner. Castro makes solid contact and can hit for a good average. The 30-year-old has good pitch recognition and doesn't strikeout often. Castro has a batting average of .316 with four home runs and 11 RBIs. In his last outing, he went 2-for-3 with a double and two RBI.

First baseman Miguel Cabrera is still playing solid ball at the age of 39. Cabrera is a pure hitter with fantastic plate coverage. The 11-time All-Star is patient at the plate while being a productive run producer. Cabrera leads the team in batting average (.286), RBI (18), and hits (44). 

How to make Tigers vs. Yankees picks

SportsLine's model is leaning over on the run total, projecting 8.1 combined runs. It also says one side of the money line has all the value. You can only get the model's MLB picks at SportsLine.

So who wins Tigers vs. Yankees? And which side has all the value? Visit SportsLine now to see which side you need to jump on, all from the model that has crushed its MLB picks, and find out.