Minnesota @ Detroit picks

Byron Buxton, who leads Minnesota in total bases, is out with an injury, while the guys who ranked third, fourth, fifth, and sixth on the club in that category were all traded last week. Their bullpen was also gutted, with multiple relievers jettisoned. A fire sale like that is a strong indication that this team isn't trying to compete, so it's no surprise that they've dropped five of their last six. They also traded away Chris Paddack, who starts against them today after a fantastic debut with Detroit last week. He's a slightly better option than Twins righty Zebby Matthews, who has a 5.67 ERA with an OBA of .284 through seven starts.

When assessing his home run talent, Ryan Jeffers ranks in the 81st percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X).. Ryan Jeffers is projected to bat 3rd in the batting order in today's game.. In the majors, Comerica Park has the 3rd-lowest average fence height.. The weather report calls for temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of the day at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).. Out of all the teams playing today, the worst infield defense is that of the the Detroit Tigers.

Matt Wallner projects as the 7th-best home run batter in Major League Baseball, according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X).. Matt Wallner is projected to hit 2nd in the lineup today.. In the majors, Comerica Park has the 3rd-lowest average fence height.. Built 602 feet above sea level, Comerica Park has the 9th-highest altitude among all parks, which generally leads to higher offensive output.. The weather report calls for temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of the day at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).

Kody Clemens is projected to bat 4th in the lineup in this game, which would be an upgrade from his 66% rate of hitting in the bottom-half of the batting order this season.. In the majors, Comerica Park has the 3rd-lowest average fence height.. Built 602 feet above sea level, Comerica Park has the 9th-highest altitude among all parks, which generally leads to higher offensive output.. The weather report calls for temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of the day at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).. Kody Clemens will hold the platoon advantage over Chris Paddack today.

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Gleyber Torres in the 91st percentile as it relates to his batting average talent.. Gleyber Torres is penciled in 2nd on the lineup card in today's game.. In the majors, Comerica Park has the 3rd-lowest average fence height.. Built 602 feet above sea level, Comerica Park has the 9th-highest altitude among all parks, which generally leads to higher offensive output.. The weather report calls for temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of the day at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Riley Greene as the 6th-best hitter in baseball when assessing his BABIP ability.. Riley Greene is projected to hit 4th in the batting order in this matchup.. In the majors, Comerica Park has the 3rd-lowest average fence height.. Built 602 feet above sea level, Comerica Park has the 9th-highest altitude among all parks, which generally leads to higher offensive output.. The weather report calls for temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of the day at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).

As it relates to his home run ability, Kerry Carpenter ranks in the 94th percentile according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X).. Kerry Carpenter is penciled in 3rd on the lineup card today.. In the majors, Comerica Park has the 3rd-lowest average fence height.. Built 602 feet above sea level, Comerica Park has the 9th-highest altitude among all parks, which generally leads to higher offensive output.. The weather report calls for temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of the day at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Spencer Torkelson in the 93rd percentile when it comes to his home run ability.. Spencer Torkelson is projected to bat 5th in the batting order today.. In the majors, Comerica Park has the 3rd-lowest average fence height.. Built 602 feet above sea level, Comerica Park has the 9th-highest altitude among all parks, which generally leads to higher offensive output.. The weather report calls for temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of the day at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).

The leading projection system (THE BAT X) projects Riley Greene as the 6th-best hitter in baseball when assessing his BABIP ability.. Riley Greene is projected to hit 4th in the batting order in this matchup.. In the majors, Comerica Park has the 3rd-lowest average fence height.. Built 602 feet above sea level, Comerica Park has the 9th-highest altitude among all parks, which generally leads to higher offensive output.. The weather report calls for temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of the day at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).

In the majors, Comerica Park has the 3rd-lowest average fence height.. The weather report calls for temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of the day at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).. Home field advantage generally improves batter stats across the board, and Jahmai Jones will hold that advantage in today's matchup.. Jahmai Jones's quickness has increased this season. His 27.58 ft/sec Statcast Sprint Speed last season sits at 28.21 ft/sec now.

Matt Wallner projects as the 7th-best home run batter in Major League Baseball, according to the leading projection system (THE BAT X).. Matt Wallner is projected to hit 2nd in the lineup today.. In the majors, Comerica Park has the 3rd-lowest average fence height.. Built 602 feet above sea level, Comerica Park has the 9th-highest altitude among all parks, which generally leads to higher offensive output.. The weather report calls for temperatures in this contest to reach the 4th-highest level of the day at 81°, which is highly linked to an increase in offense (and a reduction in strikeouts).