Detroit Tigers vs. Arizona Diamondbacks: July 28, 2025 MLB Game Preview

Monday, July 28th, 2025

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Detroit Tigers: Game Preview (July 28, 2025)

The Arizona Diamondbacks (51-55, fourth in the NL West) are set to face the Detroit Tigers (61-46, first in the AL Central) on Monday, July 28, 2025, at 6:40 PM EDT in Detroit. This marks the first matchup between these two teams this season.

Pitching Matchup

The Diamondbacks will send Eduardo Rodriguez (3-6, 5.50 ERA, 1.65 WHIP, 93 strikeouts) to the mound. For the Tigers, Troy Melton (0-1, 10.80 ERA, 1.80 WHIP, seven strikeouts) is the probable starter.

Betting Information

The Tigers are favored at -130, while the Diamondbacks are at +110. The over/under for the game is set at 9 runs.

Team Insights

The Detroit Tigers hold a strong 33-21 record in home games and are 61-46 overall, ranking first in the AL Central. They are ninth in the majors with 131 total home runs.

The Arizona Diamondbacks have a road record of 25-27 and an overall record of 51-55, placing them fourth in the NL West. They have performed well in games where they haven't given up a home run, holding a 23-12 record.

Player Spotlight

For the Tigers, Gleyber Torres is a key performer, leading the team with a .276 batting average, 17 doubles, 10 home runs, 54 walks, and 49 RBI. Dillon Dingler has been productive recently, going 10 for 32 with five RBI over the past 10 games.

On the Diamondbacks' side, Eugenio Suarez leads the team with 54 extra-base hits, including 18 doubles and 36 home runs. Ketel Marte has contributed 10 hits, three doubles, a home run, and an RBI over his last 10 games.

Recent Performance

The Tigers have a 2-8 record over their last 10 games, with a .193 batting average and a 5.19 ERA, being outscored by 25 runs.

The Diamondbacks have a 5-5 record in their last 10 games, posting a .237 batting average and a 2.80 ERA, outscoring opponents by six runs.

Injury Report

Tigers injured players include Sean Guenther (60-Day IL, hip), Sawyer Gipson-Long (15-Day IL, neck), Jackson Jobe (60-Day IL, flexor), Jason Foley (60-Day IL, shoulder), Alex Cobb (60-Day IL, hip), Ty Madden (60-Day IL, shoulder), Jose Urquidy (60-Day IL, elbow), and Alex Lange (60-Day IL, lat).

Diamondbacks injured players include Gabriel Moreno (60-Day IL, hand), Jalen Beeks (15-Day IL, back), Shelby Miller (15-Day IL, forearm), Tommy Henry (60-Day IL, elbow), Pavin Smith (10-Day IL, oblique), Ryan Thompson (15-Day IL, scapular strain), Ildemaro Vargas (10-Day IL, foot), Christian Montes De Oca (60-Day IL, elbow), Justin Martinez (60-Day IL, elbow), Cristian Mena (60-Day IL, shoulder), Corbin Burnes (60-Day IL, elbow), A.J. Puk (60-Day IL, elbow), Jordan Montgomery (60-Day IL, elbow), and Blake Walston (60-Day IL, elbow).

In summary

This MLB game on July 28, 2025, features the AL Central-leading Detroit Tigers hosting the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Tigers, strong at home, face Diamondbacks pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez, while Troy Melton starts for Detroit. Key offensive players include Gleyber Torres for the Tigers and Eugenio Suarez for the Diamondbacks. Recent performance shows the Diamondbacks in better form over their last 10 games compared to the Tigers. Both teams are dealing with significant injury lists heading into this series opener.

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