Tampa Bay at Detroit

The Tampa Bay Rays have to be feeling the momentum as they were handcuffed by Justin Verlander. The Rays had one hit into the ninth and opened the flood gates for a 4-run uprising. In the process the Tigers were forced to use Velvarde, their closer for extensive pitches, and he may not be available today. The Rays have been a momentum-driven team dating back to last season, and are now 8-2 following a win. They are also 8-2 behind Niemann on grass in his last 10. The Tigers opt for Drew Smyly who will be making his Major League debut, and could feel the pressure and nerves of a first start, as well as debuting off a Tiger loss. Play on Tampa Bay.