The Toronto Blue Jays (74-53) face the Pittsburgh Pirates (53-74) in the MLB series finale. The Blue Jays hold a strong record overall and are the AL East leaders, while the Pirates struggle with a losing record. Toronto's Chris Bassitt will start against Pittsburgh's Johan Oviedo, who has yet to establish himself this season.
Key Factors to Consider
Toronto is in good form, winning 4 of their last 6 games and holding an offensive average of .268 with 624 runs scored. Pittsburgh has a poor season record and showed inconsistency, but has home advantage. Toronto's pitching ERA is 4.23 compared to the Pirates struggling staff.
In recent matchups, Toronto leads the head-to-head, including a 7-3 victory in the previous game of this series. Bassitt boasts a 4-0 record with a 2.10 ERA against Pittsburgh in his last 5 starts while Oviedo has a high ERA and poor record vs. Toronto.
No significant injuries reported affecting key starters for either team.
Game played outdoors at PNC Park with no extreme weather conditions reported; standard playing conditions.
Toronto is motivated to solidify their division lead and continue momentum before an upcoming road series; Pittsburgh aims to avoid a series sweep at home but has less playoff motivation.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Toronto Blue Jays -155, Pittsburgh Pirates +140
Toronto Blue Jays
★★★★☆ 75%
Spread
Toronto Blue Jays -1.5 +103, Pittsburgh Pirates +1.5 -123
Toronto Blue Jays -1.5
★★★☆☆ 68%
Over/under
Over 8.5 -115, Under 8.5 -105
Over 8.5 runs
★★★☆☆ 60%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Toronto Blue Jays -5%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 8.5 3%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 8.5 at 3% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 3.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Toronto Blue Jays moneyline win
Predicted Score: Toronto Blue Jays 6 – Pittsburgh Pirates 3
The Toronto Blue Jays host the Texas Rangers in a pivotal MLB matchup. Toronto leads the series 2-0 at home and aims for a sweep, leveraging strong pitching and home-field advantage. Texas is struggling with a recent four-game losing streak and is on the road with inconsistent offense.
Key Factors to Consider
Toronto is 73-51 overall and an impressive 42-20 at home, showing strong recent form (7-3 last 10). Texas is 61-63 overall but weak on the road (24-37) and currently on a four-game losing streak.
Toronto leads the current series 2-0 with convincing wins. Historically, the Blue Jays also perform well against the Rangers, especially at home.
No major injuries impacting the starting pitchers or key offensive players for either team impacting this game have been reported.
The game is played at Rogers Centre, a hitter-friendly dome, favoring offense. Weather and travel factors favor Toronto who is well-rested at home.
Toronto is highly motivated to complete the series sweep and solidify their playoff positioning. Texas is motivated to stop their skid but faces pressure on the road.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Toronto -106, Texas -110
Toronto Blue Jays
★★★★☆ 72%
Spread
Toronto +1.5 (-184), Texas -1.5 (+152)
Toronto Blue Jays +1.5
★★★★☆ 75%
Over/under
Over 8 (-105), Under 8 (-115)
Over 8 runs
★★★☆☆ 65%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Toronto Blue Jays 5%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 8 11%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 8 at 11% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 11.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Toronto Blue Jays moneyline, Toronto Blue Jays +1.5 spread, over 8 runs total
Predicted Score: Toronto Blue Jays 6 – Texas Rangers 4
The Toronto Blue Jays host the Chicago Cubs in a pivotal late-season MLB matchup. Both teams are performing strongly with similar win totals (Blue Jays 70-51, Cubs 68-51), competing for top positions in their respective divisions and wild card standings.
Key Factors to Consider
Blue Jays have a strong 39-20 home record, while Cubs are 32-29 on the road. Cubs have been inconsistent recently, losing 5 of their last 8 games. Cubs offense is led by Seiya Suzuki and Pete Crow-Armstrong with above-average power. Toronto’s offense is potent, anchored by Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Pitching matchup favors Cubs' Matthew Boyd with better ERA (2.45) and peripherals compared to Blue Jays' Max Scherzer (4.21 ERA).
The series is even at 1-1 with Blue Jays taking Game 1 and Cubs Game 2. The prior two games have ended with scores of 5-1 and 4-1, suggesting relatively low-scoring affairs dominated by strong pitching.
No major injuries reported on either side that impact starters or key hitters for this game.
Game is played indoors at Rogers Centre, eliminating weather factors. The environment is hitter-friendly but both starting pitchers have shown effectiveness in this stadium in past outings.
Blue Jays are leading the AL East and motivated to maintain pace, Cubs are fighting for a wild card spot and striving to reduce gap behind NL Central leaders. Both teams have playoff aspirations impacting performance intensity.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Chicago Cubs -110, Toronto Blue Jays -106
Chicago Cubs
★★★☆☆ 65%
Spread
Chicago Cubs -1.5 +146, Toronto Blue Jays +1.5 -178
Toronto Blue Jays +1.5
★★★★☆ 70%
Over/under
Over 8.5 -102, Under 8.5 -120
Under 8.5
★★★★☆ 72%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Chicago Cubs -5%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 8.5 6%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 8.5 at 6% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 7.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Moneyline: Chicago Cubs win; Spread: Toronto Blue Jays +1.5 runs; Over/Under: Under 8.5 runs
Predicted Score: Chicago Cubs 4, Toronto Blue Jays 3
The Los Angeles Dodgers host the Toronto Blue Jays in a closely contested MLB matchup with both teams holding similar season records around 68-50. Dodgers are favored at home with stronger recent pitching and offensive consistency, while Blue Jays have a solid lineup led by Bo Bichette and are coming off a powerful offensive showing before struggling against the Dodgers' pitching.
Key Factors to Consider
Dodgers show strong performance at home, with a 40-24 record when favored on the moneyline this season and a positive run differential. Blue Jays rank 6th in MLB for runs per game but have shown variability against the Dodgers, recently scoring only 2 runs in two losses.
Recent matchups favor Dodgers who took two wins against the Blue Jays in a prior series, holding Toronto to limited offense. Eric Lauer (Blue Jays) has a decent 2.59 ERA but a higher 3.51 ERA against Dodgers in last five starts, while Dodgers' pitching staff has maintained an advantage.
No major injuries reported affecting starting lineups for either team; key players like Mookie Betts (Dodgers) and Bo Bichette (Blue Jays) are expected to play.
Weather and stadium conditions at Dodger Stadium favor pitching with minimal impact on offensive production. Home crowd support benefits Dodgers.
Both teams are closely matched in standings and likely motivated; Dodgers desire to extend winning streak against division rival while Blue Jays seek revenge and continuity on the road.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Dodgers -184, Blue Jays +154
Dodgers
★★★★☆ 72%
Spread
Dodgers -1.5 +110, Blue Jays +1.5 -132
Dodgers -1.5
★★★☆☆ 64%
Over/under
Over 8.5 -122, Under 8.5 +100
Under 8.5
★★★☆☆ 58%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Los Angeles Dodgers 0%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 8.5 16%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 8.5 at 16% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 16% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Los Angeles Dodgers to win straight up, cover the -1.5 run spread, and the total goes under 8.5 runs.
The Toronto Blue Jays are favored to win against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field, continuing their excellent form in this series with a 2-0 lead. Starting pitchers are Kevin Gausman for the Blue Jays and Kyle Freeland for the Rockies.
Key Factors to Consider
Blue Jays hold a strong position with a 62% win probability and solid recent form, while the Rockies are struggling with a 30-83 season record and 16-41 at home, including a recent heavy 4-10 loss to the Blue Jays. Rockies pitching has been weak with a 5.88 ERA.
Blue Jays lead the series 2-0. Historical and recent matchups favor Toronto, especially with momentum and pitching matchups.
No major injuries reported impacting starting pitchers or key hitters for either side.
Game played at Coors Field, a hitter-friendly park which can inflate scoring, though Rockies’ pitching struggles offset their home advantage.
Blue Jays motivated to close out the series with a sweep and maintain divisional pressure, Rockies fighting to salvage pride but hampered by poor season record and form.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Colorado Rockies +176, Toronto Blue Jays -210
Toronto Blue Jays
★★★★☆ 74%
Spread
Colorado Rockies +1.5 (126), Toronto Blue Jays -1.5 (-152)
Toronto Blue Jays -1.5
★★★☆☆ 52%
Over/under
Over 11.5 (-110), Under 11.5 (-110)
Under 11.5
★★★☆☆ 53%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Toronto Blue Jays -8%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 11.5 1%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 11.5 at 1% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 1.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Toronto Blue Jays to win outright (Moneyline), cover the -1.5 run line, and the total runs scored to go under 11.5.
Predicted Score: Toronto Blue Jays 7 – Colorado Rockies 3
The Toronto Blue Jays host the Kansas City Royals in the final game of their three-game series. The Blue Jays lead the season series and have a stronger home record, while the Royals have shown recent pitching improvements.
Key Factors to Consider
Toronto Blue Jays hold a 65-47 season record with a strong 38-18 home record. Kansas City Royals have a 55-56 season record with a middling 27-28 road record. Blue Jays have a better offensive and overall team performance historically this season.
The teams split the previous two games of this series. Seth Lugo (KC) is 3-1 with a 2.21 ERA against Toronto in his career. Toronto won 4 of 6 recent matchups overall.
No major injuries reported for either side affecting starting pitchers or key players.
Playing at home in Rogers Centre provides Blue Jays with familiar conditions and strong crowd support. Weather forecast indicates standard playing conditions.
Blue Jays are motivated to maintain playoff push and fend off competitors in the AL East. Royals aim to build momentum despite a losing record, focusing on a solid pitching performance.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Toronto -142 / Kansas City +120
Toronto Blue Jays
★★★★☆ 74%
Spread
Toronto -1.5 +146 / Kansas City +1.5 -176
Toronto Blue Jays -1.5
★★★☆☆ 68%
Over/under
Over 8 -115 / Under 8 -105
Over 8 runs
★★★☆☆ 59%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Toronto Blue Jays 2%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 8 1%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Toronto Blue Jays at 2% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 3.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Toronto Blue Jays moneyline win
Predicted Score: Toronto Blue Jays 5, Kansas City Royals 3