The Boston Red Sox and Detroit Tigers will close out their three-game series on May 14, 2025, at Comerica Park in what marks a pivotal moment for two teams heading in opposite directions as the Tigers look to complete a sweep while the Red Sox try to avoid slipping further into mediocrity. Detroit enters the finale with a 28–15 record and brimming with confidence, having secured the first two games of the series on the strength of a potent lineup that has averaged 7.4 runs per game over their last 10 contests, driven by the emergence of Spencer Torkelson, who leads the team with 11 home runs and 34 RBIs, and the consistency of Kerry Carpenter, batting .296 with nine home runs and giving opposing pitchers fits with his blend of power and patience. Gleyber Torres has also played a critical role, hitting .299 and helping to balance the lineup with timely hits and improved defensive play since his arrival. The Tigers have gone 6–4 against the spread in their last 10 and are 19–6 as moneyline favorites, a 76% win rate that underlines how well they’ve handled business when expected to win. Their pitching staff, though not overpowering, has been remarkably consistent, sporting a 3.91 ERA over their last 10 games and doing enough to support the explosive offense while limiting big innings.

On the other side, Boston comes into the game at 22–22 and reeling after two straight losses, desperately needing a win to avoid a sweep and reignite a team that has looked uninspired in key moments, especially offensively, where they’ve averaged just 4.4 runs per game over their last 10 and failed to string together timely hits against quality pitching. Alex Bregman remains the team’s most productive player with a .304 average and 32 RBIs, while Wilyer Abreu continues to provide power with 11 home runs, but the Red Sox have lacked depth in their lineup and the ability to sustain rallies, particularly against better teams. Their pitching has also let them down in this series, giving up early leads and forcing the bullpen into action too soon, which has drained their late-game effectiveness and limited their ability to respond once behind. Boston’s recent 2–3 ATS record reflects that uneven play, and they’ll need a complete performance to slow down one of the hottest lineups in baseball. The Tigers’ combination of home field, offensive firepower, and pitching efficiency gives them a clear edge going into the finale, but if Boston can execute early, avoid defensive miscues, and get a solid outing from its starter, the Red Sox could salvage the series and return home with some restored confidence. Otherwise, Detroit is well-positioned to sweep the series, tighten its grip on the AL Central, and further separate itself from the middle-of-the-pack teams chasing them as the second quarter of the season begins to unfold.