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StreamEast Washington Nationals WSH 73-84
Upcoming 9/23 - 1:10 PM EDT
StreamEast Detroit Tigers DET 74-83

Detroit Tigers vs Washington Nationals




Washington Nationals vs Detroit Tigers: Betting Line, Odds & Head-to-Head Breakdown

MLB · 2026 Season

As of now, this game hasn't started yet. It's scheduled for 9/23 - 1:10 PM EDT at Comerica Park. Check back once the game is underway for live score updates.

These two teams already know each other well this season. DET leads series 1-0, across 3 meetings so far. Head-to-head trends like this are often factored into betting lines and predictive models alike, since some matchups simply play out differently than a team's overall record would suggest.

While betting-market data isn't fully available for this game, ESPN's Matchup Predictor gives the Detroit Tigers the edge, projecting them at a 51% chance to win.

Betting lines, like win probabilities, are a snapshot, not a forecast set in stone, and they can shift right up until the 9/23 - 1:10 PM EDT start time as injury news, weather, and public money move the market. This page will keep reflecting the latest numbers as they update, so it's worth a final check before Washington Nationals and Detroit Tigers actually take the field.

Odds are for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Please gamble responsibly.

Surface Grass
Temp 64°F
Wind 24 mph
Precip 34%

Team Leaders

Detroit Tigers Logo
Detroit Tigers
Batting Average
R. Greene
.284
Home Runs
D. Dingler
27
Runs Batted In
D. Dingler
89
Earned Run Average
F. Valdez
4.06
Wins
F. Valdez
10
Strikeouts
F. Valdez
129
Washington Nationals Logo
Washington Nationals
Batting Average
J. Wood
.265
Home Runs
C. Abrams
31
Runs Batted In
C. Abrams
99
Earned Run Average
C. Cavalli
3.02
Wins
C. Cavalli
13
Strikeouts
C. Cavalli
200

Recent Form

Detroit Tigers
L
W
L
L
W
Sep 17 @ CHW 3-1
Sep 18 @ CHW 11-8
Sep 19 @ CHW 3-1
Sep 20 @ CHW 8-1
Sep 21 vs WSH 9-2
Washington Nationals
L
W
W
L
L
Sep 16 vs PHI 3-0
Sep 19 @ STL 9-1
Sep 19 @ STL 8-5 F/11
Sep 20 @ STL 5-3
Sep 21 @ DET 9-2

Division Standings

2026 National League East Standings
Team W L PCT GB STRK
Atlanta
92 64 .590 - W3
Philadelphia
86 70 .551 6 W1
Miami
76 80 .487 16 L3
New York
71 85 .455 21 L1
2026 American League Central Standings
Team W L PCT GB STRK
Cleveland
81 75 .519 - W5
Chicago
80 76 .513 1 W2
Minnesota
73 84 .465 8.5 L1
Kansas City
67 89 .429 14 L4

Injured Players

Detroit Tigers
Player Status Est. Return
Kerry Carpenter RF
10-Day-IL 2026-09-25
Jack Flaherty SP
15-Day-IL 2026-09-26
Justin Verlander SP
60-Day-IL 2026-09-26
Kyle Finnegan RP
15-Day-IL 2026-10-01
Colt Keith 3B
10-Day-IL 2027-02-01
Washington Nationals
Player Status Est. Return
Orlando Ribalta RP
15-Day-IL 2026-09-22
PJ Poulin RP
60-Day-IL 2026-09-22
Connelly Early SP
60-Day-IL 2026-09-26
Matt Waldron RP
60-Day-IL 2027-02-01
Drew Millas C
60-Day-IL 2027-02-01

Frequently Asked Questions

What channel is the Washington Nationals vs Detroit Tigers game on?
The MLB matchup between the Washington Nationals and Detroit Tigers will be broadcast on , and available to stream on ESPN Unlmtd, MLB.TV, Tigers.TV, Nationals.TV. Check your local listings, as regional blackouts may apply.
What time does the MLB game start?
The Washington Nationals take on the Detroit Tigers on Scheduled. Start times are shown in your local time zone and may shift slightly for weather or broadcast scheduling.
Where is the game being played?
This MLB game is being played at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan. You can find venue details, surface type, and live weather conditions in the matchup info section above.
Who is favored to win, Washington Nationals or Detroit Tigers?
Based on ESPN's Matchup Predictor, the Detroit Tigers are favored with a 51% win probability. This is a statistical projection based on team performance, recent form, and matchup history, not a guaranteed outcome.
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