The public often underestimates the Detroit Tigers in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as home games, the Detroit Tigers hold a record of 238-193-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +5.4% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $23 over this period.

✅ Profitable
Record238-193-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size431 games
ROI+5.4%
Units Won+23.4u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
201417-22-00.0%-16.8%
201535-23-00.0%+15.2%
201626-21-00.0%+5.6%
201715-17-00.0%-10.5%
201821-18-00.0%+2.8%
201917-10-00.0%+20.2%
202018-14-00.0%+7.4%
202124-21-00.0%+1.8%
202224-19-00.0%+6.5%
202321-14-00.0%+14.6%
202420-14-00.0%+12.3%

Why This Trend Exists

The Tigers' strong home ATS performance stems from their ability to maximize Comerica Park's unique dimensions and playing conditions. The spacious outfield and Detroit's often unpredictable weather create an environment where the team's defensive positioning and pitcher familiarity provide genuine advantages that oddsmakers consistently undervalue. Detroit's pitchers historically perform better at home due to their intimate knowledge of how breaking balls move in the park's wind patterns, while visiting teams often struggle with sight lines and the stadium's deeper foul territory. Detroit's home cooking also benefits from their traditionally strong bullpen depth, which becomes more valuable in close games where every marginal advantage matters. The organization has consistently developed pitchers who thrive in Comerica's pitcher-friendly environment, creating a sustainable edge that persists across different roster constructions. This isn't just about crowd support – it's about genuine tactical advantages that translate to covering spreads. Bettors should pay particular attention to this trend when Detroit faces teams from smaller ballparks or warm-weather cities early in the season, when the adjustment period is most pronounced. The edge is strongest in April and May games when visiting teams are still adapting to Comerica's unique characteristics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Detroit Tigers's ATS record as home games?

The Detroit Tigers have gone 238-193-0 against the spread in home games from 2014-2024. This represents a 55.2% ATS win rate over 431 total home games during this period.

Is betting on the Detroit Tigers as home games profitable?

Yes, betting on the Detroit Tigers at home has been profitable with a 5.4% return on investment from 2014-2024. Despite the positive ROI, bettors should note this represents modest profitability over the 11-year span.

How does this compare to the league average?

The Tigers' 55.2% home ATS win rate is above the typical 50% break-even point for spread betting. Their 5.4% ROI indicates they've outperformed expectations at home more often than the average team during this timeframe.

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.