Detroit Tigers vs Seattle Mariners

Detroit Tigers at Seattle Mariners (2026-08-06). Framber Valdez vs Bryce Miller at T-Mobile Park.

Starters — Valdez has a 4.41 ERA and 1.39 WHIP across 120.1 innings, with 7.33 K/9, 3.22 BB/9, and 0.90 HR/9. His last three starts were 7.0 IP, 2 ER, 6 K, 2 BB; 5.0 IP, 2 ER, 4 K, 3 BB; and 0.2 IP, 6 ER, 1 K, 2 BB. The overall trend is listed down, although two of the last three outings were steadier. Miller brings a 2.80 ERA and 0.92 WHIP in 74.0 innings, with 9.0 K/9, 1.58 BB/9, and 1.46 HR/9. His last three starts were 5.1 IP, 2 ER, 3 K, 2 BB; 5.1 IP, 5 ER, 0 K, 1 BB; and 5.2 IP, 2 ER, 6 K, 1 BB. His trend is up, driven by elite run prevention, strong strikeout rate, and excellent control.

Teams — Detroit has the stronger offensive profile on these numbers, posting a .729 OPS, .242 average, and 515 runs scored. The Tigers also carry a 3.57 team ERA and 1.21 WHIP, with a 5-5 record over their last 10 games. Seattle has a .688 OPS, .230 average, and 458 runs scored, so the lineup has produced less overall. On the pitching side, the Mariners have a 3.77 team ERA and 1.19 WHIP, and they are also 5-5 over the last 10. For bettors, this sets up as Detroit bringing the better season-long offense, while Seattle counters with the sharper starting-pitching edge based on current baseline indicators.