Tigers vs Blue Jays, May 15, 2026: How to Watch, Odds, Predictions, and More
TL;DR
The Detroit Tigers face the Toronto Blue Jays on May 15, 2026, at Comerica Park. Both teams are struggling, with the Tigers at 19-25 and the Blue Jays at 19-24, as they seek to improve their performance.
Key points
- Detroit Tigers return to Comerica Park after a rough road trip
- Both teams are struggling with records below .500
- Ty Madden and Trey Yesavage are the starting pitchers
- Game starts at 6:45 PM ET on May 15, 2026
- Available on Apple TV and Tigers Radio Network
Mentioned in this story
| Date | Matchup | Score / Time |
|---|---|---|
| May 15 | Toronto Blue Jays @ Detroit Tigers | 6:45 PM ET |
| May 16 | Toronto Blue Jays @ Detroit Tigers | 1:10 PM ET |
| May 17 | Toronto Blue Jays @ Detroit Tigers | 1:40 PM ET |
| May 18 | Cleveland Guardians @ Detroit Tigers | 6:40 PM ET |
| May 19 | Cleveland Guardians @ Detroit Tigers | 6:40 PM ET |
| May 20 | Cleveland Guardians @ Detroit Tigers | 6:40 PM ET |
| May 21 | Cleveland Guardians @ Detroit Tigers | 1:10 PM ET |
| May 22 | Detroit Tigers @ Baltimore Orioles | 7:15 PM ET |
| May 23 | Detroit Tigers @ Baltimore Orioles | 4:05 PM ET |
| May 24 | Detroit Tigers @ Baltimore Orioles | 1:35 PM ET |
| Via ESPN · May 15, 2026 | ||
| Right-hander **Ty Madden** gets the ball for Detroit. The 26-year -old has appeared in just two games so far, but both outings were solid, lasting five and six innings. His last start was a quality start against the **Kansas City Royals**, when he allowed three runs in six frames, though the Tigers still took the loss. | ||
| MLBTy Madden â MLB Stats | ||
| Ty Madden | ||
| 2026 | ||
| WAR0.18 | ||
| FIP2.65 | ||
| Season History | ||
| Season | Key Stats | |
| --- | --- | |
| 2026 | 0.18 WAR / 2.65 FIP | |
| 2024 | 0.22 WAR / 3.99 FIP | |
| Last 2 Games | ||
| Date | Opp | Result |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 5/4 | vs Boston Red Sox | L |
| 5/9 | @ Kansas City Royals | L |
| Via ESPN · May 15, 2026 | ||
| For Toronto, right-hander **Trey Yesavage** makes his fourth start. The 22-year-old has allowed just a single run in his 13-plus innings so far, but he has not worked deep into games. He went 5 1/3 innings in his first start, then followed with a pair of four-frame appearances. | ||
| MLBTrey Yesavage â MLB Stats · 2026 | ||
| Stat | Value | |
| --- | --- | |
| W | 1 | |
| L | 1 | |
| G | 3 | |
| GS | 3 | |
| ERA | 0.68 | |
| IP | 13.1 | |
| SO | 15 | |
| BB | 5 | |
| H | 13 | |
| HR | 0 | |
| WHIP | 1.35 | |
| ER | 1 | |
| Via ESPN · May 15, 2026 | ||
| Neither pitcher has faced the other team before. |
How to Watch
- **Matchup:** DETROIT TIGERS (19-25) VS. TORONTO BLUE JAYS (19-24)
- **Game:** Game 45
- **Time (ET):** 6:45 p.m.
- **Place:** Comerica Park, Detroit, Michigan
- **TV/Streaming:** Apple TV
- **Radio:** Tigers Radio Network
- **DSN Tigers Facebook Group:**
Predictions
This matchup looks like one where the first six innings could decide the night. Madden has shown enough strike-throwing and ground-ball skill to give Detroit a chance, while Yesavage has been hard to score on but has not yet shown he can carry a game deep. **Pitching matchup:** RHP Ty Madden (0-0, 2.45 ERA) vs. RHP Trey Yesavage (1-1, 0.68 ERA)
| Player | G | IP | K% | BB% | GB% | FIP | FWAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madden | 2 | 11.0 | 29.3 | 4.9 | 59.3 | 2.65 | 0.2 |
| Yesavage | 3 | 13.1 | 26.3 | 8.8 | 29.4 | 2.21 | 0.5 |
| The big question is whether Detroitâs lineup can put pressure on Yesavage early before Toronto turns the game over to its bullpen. Maddenâs 59.3 GB% gives him a path to limit damage, but the Tigersâ defense has to do its part behind him. | |||||||
| **Prediction:** Tigers 4, Blue Jays 3. | |||||||
| Detroit is not playing well, but this feels like a fair spot for a home rebound if Madden keeps the ball on the ground and the offense does enough early. |
More
This is the first game of a seven-game homestand for Detroit, and the first of a three-game set with Toronto. Both teams enter the weekend below .500, with the Tigers at 19-25 and the Blue Jays at 19-24. For Detroit, the focus is simple: clean up the defense, get more from the offense, and stop the slide before it gets worse. For Toronto, the key will be getting more length from Yesavage, who has strong early numbers but has not yet worked deep into games. With neither starter having faced the other club before, hitters on both sides may need an at-bat or two to adjust. That puts extra weight on command, early counts, and defense in the opener.
Q&A
What time does the Tigers vs Blue Jays game start on May 15, 2026?
The game starts at 6:45 PM ET.
Where can I watch the Tigers vs Blue Jays game on May 15, 2026?
The game will be available on Apple TV and the Tigers Radio Network.
Who are the starting pitchers for the Tigers vs Blue Jays game on May 15, 2026?
Ty Madden will start for the Tigers, while Trey Yesavage will start for the Blue Jays.
What are the current records of the Tigers and Blue Jays before their May 15, 2026 game?
The Tigers have a record of 19-25, and the Blue Jays have a record of 19-24.
