Tigers Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Struggling Angels

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Detroit Tigers visit the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium on Thursday, May 1, 2025, as they seek to extend their winning streak against a struggling Angels team. The Tigers, with a record of 18-12, will face the 12-16 Angels, who are currently mired in a five-game losing streak.

The matchup features Tigers’ ace Casey Mize, whose impressive 2.12 ERA this season has established him as a key player. Mize has been consistent on the mound, making him a reliable option against an Angels lineup that has struggled to find its footing. On the other hand, Angels pitcher Yusei Kikuchi holds a 4.31 ERA and has yet to deliver the performances the team hoped for this season.

Spencer Torkelson of the Tigers has emerged as a significant offensive threat, with eight home runs and 24 RBIs, ranking him among the top hitters in the league. His recent performance has added depth to the Tigers’ lineup, especially during this critical stretch of games. In contrast, the Angels’ offense has been lackluster, batting just .211 as a team and ranking last in on-base percentage, making their chances of success slim.

Despite Mike Trout‘s contribution, hitting nine home runs, the Angels have been unable to generate consistent scoring, making this matchup particularly challenging. Betting analysts have noted that the Tigers are favored in this game, with a strong record when favored this season, winning over 73% of such games.

In addition to Mize and Torkelson, Zach McKinstry has been a bright spot for the Tigers, batting .323 and producing an on-base percentage that gives the team an advantage. The Angels, meanwhile, have not fared well against teams with winning records, making for an uphill battle as they face a potent Tigers squad.

As the teams prepare for the game, early betting trends indicate that Detroit is likely to cover the spread of -1.5 based on their recent form. The matchup promises to be a showcase of Detroit’s pitching prowess against the Angels’ offensive challenges.

With game time set for 9:38 PM ET, fans can expect an exciting clash between the Tigers and Angels, as the Detroit team looks to prove they are contenders this season.