Multiple MLB Series Kick Off July 4 Including Dodgers-Astros, Guardians-Tigers

Several key MLB series are set to start on Friday, July 4, 2025, featuring notable pitching matchups and team updates. The Cleveland Guardians will begin a three-game series against the Detroit Tigers, with Detroit's Tarik Skubal, who recently pitched a complete game shutout against Cleveland, expected to start Sunday, while the Guardians face multiple injuries impacting their roster. The Los Angeles Dodgers and Houston Astros, both division leaders, will clash at Dodger Stadium in a highly anticipated three-game series, with Dodgers' Ben Casparius and Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. starting the opener; both pitchers have had recent struggles but bring strong season statistics. Additionally, the Texas Rangers visit the San Diego Padres for a three-game series, and the Chicago White Sox face the Colorado Rockies in a series opener. These matchups highlight competitive play and strategic pitching battles as teams vie for standings improvement amid mid-season challenges.