Montero and relievers combine on a 4-hitter, Lee hits a 3-run HR and the Tigers beat the Cubs 5-1

Detroit's pitching staff put together a dominant performance Wednesday night, with Keider Montero and four relievers holding the Cubs to just four hits in a 5-1 Tigers victory. Hao-Yu Lee provided the offensive punch with a three-run home run that proved to be more than enough support for a rotation and bullpen that were clearly locked in.

From a betting standpoint, this kind of combined effort matters. When a starting pitcher and multiple relievers shut down an opponent so efficiently, it signals that a team's pitching depth is functioning well, which oddsmakers will factor into future lines. Detroit covering with a four-hit performance allowed against them will likely draw attention to their pitching staff's current form. The Tigers had already been receiving some respect in the market, and a comfortable win like this could nudge their moneyline prices slightly in upcoming matchups. Bettors tracking pitcher usage should also monitor how heavily Detroit leaned on those four relievers heading into their next series.

Reporting via ESPN. Analysis by the 4th & Value desk.