Game 30 Preview: Tigers vs Braves – How to Watch, Predictions, and More

TL;DR

The Detroit Tigers face the Atlanta Braves in a key matchup, with the Braves leading the majors at 20-9 and the Tigers at 15-14. Casey Mize will pitch for Detroit against Martín Pérez of Atlanta.

Key points

Tigers face Braves in a crucial matchup
Braves lead majors with a 20-9 record
Tigers hold a half-game lead in AL Central
Casey Mize is starting for Detroit
Martín Pérez is pitching for Atlanta

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Detroit Tigers open a tough road set Tuesday night against the Atlanta Braves, the top team in the majors at 20-9.

Detroit comes in at 15-14 and sits atop the American League Central with a half-game lead over the Cleveland Guardians. The Tigers are closing out a nine-game interleague run after taking two of three from the Milwaukee Brewers at home, then dropping two of three to the Cincinnati Reds.

The pitching matchup gives Detroit a clear path to compete. Casey Mize gets the ball and has been sharp in 2026. He last faced Atlanta on Sept. 21, 2025, when he gave up three runs on five hits (one home run) while walking three and striking out five over 5 2/3 innings.

The Braves counter with Martín Pérez, who has made three starts and two relief outings this season. He faced the Tigers three times last season with the Chicago White Sox. His last outing against Detroit came on Sept. 6, when he took the loss after giving up six runs on five hits (two home runs) while walking three and striking out nobody over four frames.