Detroit @ Oakland Picks & Props

Tristan Gray is projected to hit 5th in the lineup in this matchup, which would be an upgrade from his 100% rate of hitting in the bottom-half of the lineup this year. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Extreme groundball bats like Tristan Gray usually hit better against extreme flyball pitchers like Brenan Hanifee. The Detroit Tigers infield defense profiles as the weakest among all the teams on the slate today.

The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. The Detroit Tigers infield defense profiles as the weakest among all the teams on the slate today. Home field advantage typically bolsters batter stats across the board, and Kyle McCann will hold that advantage in today's game.

This year, Matt Vierling has been pinch hit for in 15% of his appearances when starting against left-handed starter. Oakland Coliseum projects as the #24 field in baseball for right-handed batting average, according to the leading projection system (THE BAT). Oakland Coliseum's altitude is near sea-level, one of the lowest among all major league parks, which generally leads to lower offensive output. Matt Vierling has a 93rd percentile opposite-field rate on his flyballs (37.3%) but may find it hard to clear baseball's 10th-deepest RF fences in today's matchup. Matt Vierling will be at a disadvantage playing as a visiting player today.

As it relates to his overall offensive skill, Seth Brown ranks in the 79th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Seth Brown is projected to bat 3rd on the lineup card today. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. The Detroit Tigers infield defense profiles as the weakest among all the teams on the slate today.

Zack Gelof's BABIP talent is projected in the 90th percentile by the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Oakland Coliseum has the 8th-smallest outfield in the league — generally good for homers. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Zack Gelof will receive the benefit of the platoon advantage against Brenan Hanifee in today's game... and the cherry on top, Hanifee has a large platoon split.

The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Zach McKinstry has been hot recently, raising his seasonal exit velocity of 88.2-mph to 91.6-mph over the past 14 days. Zach McKinstry has seen a sizeable increase in his exit velocity on flyballs this year; just compare his 93.3-mph average to last season's 88-mph figure. Zach McKinstry's average launch angle on his highest exit velocity balls this season (23°) is significantly higher than his 13.6° angle last year.

Oakland Coliseum has the 8th-smallest outfield in the league — generally good for homers. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Daz Cameron will receive the benefit of the platoon advantage against Brenan Hanifee in today's game... and the cherry on top, Hanifee has a large platoon split. The Detroit Tigers infield defense profiles as the weakest among all the teams on the slate today.

J.J. Bleday is projected to hit 4th on the lineup card in today's game. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Extreme flyball batters like J.J. Bleday generally hit better against extreme groundball pitchers like Brenan Hanifee. The Detroit Tigers infield defense profiles as the weakest among all the teams on the slate today.

The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Jace Jung has been zeroed in on the ideal launch angle for home runs recently, striking balls between 23° and 34° 22.7% of the time over the past two weeks.

As it relates to his overall offensive skill, Lawrence Butler ranks in the 84th percentile according to the leading projections (THE BAT X). Lawrence Butler is projected to hit 1st in the batting order in today's game. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. The Detroit Tigers infield defense profiles as the weakest among all the teams on the slate today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Jacob Wilson in the 93rd percentile when it comes to his batting average ability. Oakland Coliseum has the 8th-smallest outfield in the league — generally good for homers. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Jacob Wilson will have the benefit of the platoon advantage against Brant Hurter today... and even more favorably, Hurter has a large platoon split.

The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. In the past week's worth of games, Parker Meadows's Barrel% has experienced a surge, jumping from his seasonal rate of 9.2% up to 21.4%. Compared to his seasonal average of 19.4°, Parker Meadows has significantly improved his launch angle lately, posting a 27° mark over the past 7 days. Parker Meadows grades out in the 91st percentile when it comes to hitting balls between 23° and 34°, the launch angle range that tends to optimize home runs (21.2% rate this year).

Colt Keith's batting average talent is projected to be in the 78th percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Colt Keith is projected to bat 5th on the lineup card in this game. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Colt Keith has experienced some negative variance in regards to his batting average this year; his .259 BA is deflated compared to his .272 Expected Batting Average, based on the leading projection system (THE BAT X)'s interpretation of Statcast data.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Kerry Carpenter in the 89th percentile when estimating his overall offensive talent. Kerry Carpenter is projected to hit 4th on the lineup card in this matchup. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Hitting from the opposite that Osvaldo Bido throws from, Kerry Carpenter will have the upper hand in today's game.

The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Hitting from the same side that Osvaldo Bido throws from, Dillon Dingler will have a disadvantage in today's game.

When estimating his BABIP talent, Riley Greene is projected as the 5th-best hitter in the game by the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Riley Greene is projected to hit 3rd on the lineup card in this matchup. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Riley Greene has made notable strides with his Barrel% recently, improving his 13.9% seasonal rate to 26.1% in the past two weeks.

The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Nick Allen will hold the platoon advantage over Brenan Hanifee today... and even more favorably, Hanifee has a large platoon split. The Detroit Tigers infield defense profiles as the weakest among all the teams on the slate today. Home field advantage generally bolsters batter stats across the board, and Nick Allen will hold that advantage today.

Brent Rooker projects as the 20th-best batter in baseball, via the leading projection system (THE BAT X). Brent Rooker is penciled in 2nd in the lineup today. Oakland Coliseum has the 8th-smallest outfield in the league — generally good for homers. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats.

Shea Langeliers is projected to bat 3rd in the lineup in this game. Oakland Coliseum has the 8th-smallest outfield in the league — generally good for homers. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Given Brant Hurter's large platoon split, Shea Langeliers will have a massive advantage hitting from the opposite side of the dish in this game.

The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Trey Sweeney will hold the platoon advantage over Osvaldo Bido today. Trey Sweeney's average launch angle on his highest exit velocity balls lately (22.8° over the last week) is quite a bit higher than his 10.7° seasonal mark. Notching a 92.4-mph average exit velocity in the last 7 days, Trey Sweeney has been in great form lately.

Tyler Nevin is projected to bat 5th in the lineup in this game. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Tyler Nevin will hold the platoon advantage against Brant Hurter in today's game... and even more favorably, Hurter has a large platoon split. Home field advantage typically boosts batter metrics in all categories, and Tyler Nevin will hold that advantage in today's game.

Oakland Coliseum has the 8th-smallest outfield in the league — generally good for homers. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Hitting from the same side that Osvaldo Bido throws from, Spencer Torkelson will have a tough matchup today. Over the last 14 days, Spencer Torkelson has improved his Barrel% substantially, increasing it from his seasonal rate of 6.7% to 20.8%.

Andy Ibanez is projected to bat 2nd in the batting order in this matchup. Oakland Coliseum has the 8th-smallest outfield in the league — generally good for homers. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Osvaldo Bido will receive the benefit of the platoon advantage against Andy Ibanez in today's game.

Justyn-Henry Malloy is projected to bat 4th in the batting order in this game, which would be an upgrade from his 56% rate of hitting in the bottom-half of the lineup this year. Oakland Coliseum has the 8th-smallest outfield in the league — generally good for homers. The weather report expects the 5th-most favorable hitting weather of all games on the slate today, as it relates to temperature and humidity. The wind projects to be blowing out to RF at 8.1-mph in this game, the 7th-most-favorable of the day for bats. Batting from the same side that Osvaldo Bido throws from, Justyn-Henry Malloy encounters a tough challenge today.