Tigers vs Royals: Game 2 prediction, odds, injuries, and picks

American League Central Division rivals continue their series on Saturday as the Detroit Tigers visit the Kansas City Royals. Detroit came away with a 7-5 win in the series opener and will look to claim the series victory.

The Tigers have been a dominant team all season, at 38-20 on the year, while the Royals are 30-28. Here's a look at the odds for Game 2 of the series and some predictions that could be made:

Tigers vs. Royals prediction

Tarik Skubal is pitching today - Source: Imagn

Tarik Skubal continues to be the best pitcher in the American League and will be on the mound for the Tigers in this matchup. Skubal has gone 5-2 with a 2.49 ERA so far this season and should be dominant again against the Royals.

Spencer Torkelson continues to put up huge numbers for Detroit as he leads the way with 14 home runs. This Tigers have a ton of offense, and that should be seen in this matchup.

Veteran Michael Wacha will start for the Kansas City Royals and he has gone just 3-4 with a 3.21 ERA this season. Wacha has been pitching well this season, but he won't be able to match Skubal on Saturday.

Bobby Witt Jr. continues to slump a bit for the Royals, and the offense just won't be able to get things going. Skubal and the Tigers are going to set the tone once again with a big win.

Prediction: Detroit Tigers 5, Kansas City Royals 2

Tigers vs. Royals odds

Money Line: Detroit Tigers -190, Kansas City Royals +160

Run Spread: Tigers -1.5 (-110), Royals +1.5 (-110)

Total Runs: Over 7.5 (-105), Under 7.5 (-115)

Tigers vs. Royals injuries

Detroit Tigers injury report

Alex Cobb (RHP): 15-Day IL (Right hip inflammation)

Parker Meadows (OF): 60-Day IL (Right upper arm nerve discomfort)

Jackson Jobe (RHP): 15-Day IL (Right flexor strain)

Sawyer Gipson-Long (RHP): 60-Day IL (Surgery recovery)

Alex Lange (RHP): 60-Day IL (Recovery from lat surgery)

Reese Olson (RHP): 15-Day IL (Right ring finger inflammation)

Kansas City Royals injury report

Kyle Wright (RHP): 15-Day IL (Right shoulder surgery)

Lucas Erceg (RHP): Mid-June (Low back strain)

Cole Ragans (LHP): 15-Day IL (Left groin strain)

Alec Marsh (RHP): 60-Day IL (Right shoulder soreness)

Sam Long (LHP): 15-Day IL (Left elbow inflammation)

Tigers vs. Royals picks

The Detroit Tigers won the series opener and are going to be the team to watch when making picks in Game 2 of the series.

Money Line: Detroit Tigers -190

Run Spread: Tigers -1.5 (-110)

Total Runs: Under 7.5 (-115)

About the author

Ryan Burks is a baseball journalist at Sportskeeda with over 7 years of experience in the field, writing for publications such as Knup Sports. Ryan graduated from Elmhurst College in 2009 with a degree in Communications.

Ryan is a huge Chicago Cubs fan and enjoys their storied history and traditions. His favorite sporting moment was when the Cubs won the 2016 World Series, breaking a championship drought that dated back to 1908.

His favorite player was Ken Griffey Jr., as Ryan grew up during his prime and he was the coolest player in league history. Greg Maddux also deserves a mention, as he was truly amazing on the mound.

When not working or watching sports, Ryan coaches basketball and baseball, loves fishing, and spends time with his family.

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Tigers vs Royals: Game 2 prediction, odds, injuries, and picks - May 31, 2025