New York Mets at Toronto Blue Jays odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s New York Mets at Toronto Blue Jays odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Mets (79-65) and Toronto Blue Jays (68-77) meet Tuesday for the 2nd game of a 3-game series. First pitch from Rogers Centre is set for 7:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mets vs. Blue Jays odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Mets lead 1-0

New York escaped with the 3-2 win over Toronto Monday while covering as a -124 road favorite. The Mets rallied with 2 runs in the 8th after entering the inning down 2-1. The win came after the Mets’ 9-game win streak was snapped Sunday by the Cincinnati Reds.

Toronto has now lost back-to-back games and 6 of its last 7. The Blue Jays led Monday’s game in hits (4-3), total bases (5-3), and runners left on base (6-4).

Mets at Blue Jays projected starters

LHP David Peterson vs. RHP Chris Bassitt

Peterson (9-1, 2.75 ERA) makes his 18th start. He has a 1.31 WHIP, 3.7 BB/9 and 7.4 K/9 in 98 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 1 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, 11 K in a 7-2 outing vs. Boston Red Sox Tuesday
  • Career vs. Toronto: 0-1, 3.60 ERA (5 IP, 2 ER), 3 H, 2 BB, 2 K in 1 start

Bassitt (9-13, 4.30 ERA) makes his 29th start. He has a 1.43 WHIP, 3.4 BB/9 and 8.9 K/9 in 157 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 5 1/3 IP, 3 ER, 10 H, 2 BB, 7 K in a 10-9 loss vs. the Philadelphia Phillies Tuesday
  • Career vs. Mets: 1-0, 0.00 ERA (7 2/3 IP, 0 ER), 4 H, 0 BB, 8 K in 1 start

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Mets at Blue Jays odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:22 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Mets -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Blue Jays +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Mets -1.5 (+120) | Blue Jays +1.5 (-155)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mets at Blue Jays picks and predictions

Prediction

Mets 2, Blue Jays 1

Moneyline

BET METS (-145).

New York is the much hotter team, having won 5 straight on the road and 10 of its last 11 overall while the Blue Jays have dropped 3 straight at home. The Mets have also won 2 of their last 3 matchups vs. the Blue Jays in Toronto.

Run line/Against the spread

LEAN BLUE JAYS +1.5 (-155).

Toronto has finished within 1 run in its last 2 losses to the Mets. The Blue Jays are also 6-4 in their last 10 vs. the Mets, so they have played New York very well as of late.

This is a lean because the Mets are the better team and because these squads have been very even ATS this season: New York 74-70 and Toronto 74-71.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8 (-110).

The Under has hit in each of New York’s last 5 road games and is 7-3 in its last 10 overall. For Toronto, the Under is 2-1 in its last 3 at home and 7-3 in its last 10 straight-up.

The Under has also hit in 2 of the last 3 meetings in Toronto and is 3-1 in the last 4 matchups overall.

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Questionable calls that almost decided the game against Atlanta

The Steelers were on the wrong end of a couple of awful calls on Sunday.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are no strangers to bad calls made by officials.  Some of these calls can decide a game if missed.  There were two calls this Sunday that would have shifted the game script if called correctly. 

George Pickens made a diving catch with 3 minutes 44 seconds remaining in the 3rd quarter.  Viewers could see that A.J. Terrell tried to touch Pickens down and missed, in which George Pickens got up and ran for around 10 yards more.  The referees, however, missed the call and claimed that Pickens was marked down back at the Atlanta 28-yard line. 

The referees’ presence was also felt on the defensive side of the ball.  With 38 seconds remaining in the 1st half of the game, T.J. Watt spectacularly timed the Atlanta Falcons snap and strip-sacked Kirk Cousins, which should have resulted in a turnover for the Steelers.  The referees, however, labeled this impressive feat of timing and patience an offsides penalty.  The very next play, Kirk Cousins hit tight end Kyle Pitts for a touchdown. 

The Steelers should not put themselves in positions where non-reviewable calls like these can decide the game.  As close as the Steelers win their games, the officials are bound to make or break a contest, one way or another. 

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Full highlights of the Jets’ 32-19 loss to the 49ers

Full highlights of the #Jets’ 32-19 loss to the #49ers:

That was not the second debut of Aaron Rodgers the New York Jets were hoping for… nor the defensive effort the team has become accustomed to.

The Jets (0-1) fell in a 32-19 fashion to the San Francisco 49ers (1-0) in their 2024 NFL season opener. The “Monday Night Football” effort looked promising early after Rodgers worked the offense down the field for a rushing touchdown to Breece Hall to take a 7-6 lead… and that’s now long forgotten.

It’s onto Week 2 for Gang Green, but for those who want to check the action again or for those who missed out, the full highlights for the season opener can be found in the YouTube player below:

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Kansas City Royals at New York Yankees odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Kansas City Royals at New York Yankees odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Kansas City Royals (79-66) and New York Yankees (83-61) meet Tuesday in the middle game of a 3-game series. First pitch from Yankee Stadium is set for 7:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Royals vs. Yankees odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: New York leads 4-1

New York beat Kansas City 10-4 Monday while covering as a -179 home favorite. After being down 4-3 in the top of the 6th the Yankees scored 7 unanswered runs in the 7th and 8th innings to secure the victory.

Reliever James McArthur took the loss as he was torched for 4 ER in 1/3 IP (3 H, 1 BB). The loss ended a 4-game win streak for the Royals.

Royals at Yankees projected starters

RHP Seth Lugo vs. RHP Marcus Stroman

Lugo (15-8, 3.05 ERA) makes his 30th start. He has a 1.11 WHIP, 2.2 BB/9 and 7.7 K/9 in 186 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 7 IP, 1 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, 4 K in a 4-1 outing vs. Cleveland Guardians Wednesday
  • Career vs. Yankees: 4-2, 3.18 ERA (28 1/3 IP, 10 ER), 22 H, 9 BB, 35 K in 13 appearances (3 starts)

Stroman (10-7, 4.03 ERA) makes his 28th start. He has a 1.42 WHIP, 3.7 BB/9 and 6.6 K/9 in 143 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 3 2/3 IP, 5 ER, 9 H, 1 BB, 3 K in a 10-6 outing at the Texas Rangers Wednesday
  • Career vs. Kansas City: 4-1, 2.52 ERA (35 2/3 IP, 10 ER), 27 H, 10 BB, 26 K in 6 starts

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Royals at Yankees odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:06 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Royals +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Yankees -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Royals +1.5 (-175) | Yankees -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Royals at Yankees picks and predictions

Prediction

Yankees 7, Royals 6

Moneyline

BET YANKEES (-145). 

New York has dominated KC in recent matchups, having won the last 3 meetings in New York and being 7-3 in the last 10 meetings overall. Kansas City has also dropped each of its last 6 road games, while the Yankees are 6-3 in their last 9 at home.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I expect the Royals to cover here as +1.5 (-175) underdogs, but this line is set too heavily to risk betting on. Bet on the moneyline and/or total instead.

Over/Under

BET OVER 8.5 (-115).

The Over has hit in each of New York’s last 6 home games and is 7-3 in its last 10 overall. For Kansas City, the Over is 2-0 in its last 2 on the road. The Over has also hit in each of the last 2 meetings between these squads in New York, being 3-1 in the last 4 overall matchups.

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49ers have limited injury updates after Week 1 win vs. Jets

The 49ers guard left the game on Monday night against the Jets with a calf contusion.

Following the San Francisco 49ers dominant 32-19 win in Week 1 against the New York Jets on Monday night, Kyle Shanahan spoke to members of the media in Santa Clara. Before answering questions, Shanahan provided injury updates from the game.

Aaron Banks was the only member of the 49ers to suffer an injury on Monday and not return. The starting guard suffered a calf contusion and was listed as questionable to return, but he never made it back into the game.

Via @49ers on Twitter:

Jauan Jennings also suffered an ankle injury and was listed as questionable, but he was able to return to the contest. Jennings came up limping after being tackled on the sideline. He still finished the game as the leading receiver for the 49ers, recording five receptions for 64 yards.

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The Huddle’s Blitzed Fantasy Football Podcast: Episode 213

Talking Week 1 thoughts, NFL news, DFS lineups, and more!

In this episode, Steve and Harley bring you NFL news, Week 1 thoughts, and “DFS Pay-ups, Stay-aways and Value Plays.” So Huddle up, tune in, and get Blitzed!

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Jets’ Aaron Rodgers not making excuses post-49ers loss: ‘I don’t think we should’

#Jets’ Aaron Rodgers not making excuses post-#49ers loss: ‘I don’t think we should’

Aaron Rodgers was not in any mood to make excuses for his first loss as the starting quarterback of the New York Jets.

In a 32-19 final, New York fell in their 2024 NFL season opener against the San Francisco 49es on “Monday Night Football.”

Rightfully so, Jets fans are not happy. Gang Green backers have been through much more than Rodgers, but Rodgers was not overly upset while coming up for a reason for the Week 1 loss.

Rodgers, 40, was asked about a lack of snaps played during the preseason following the final whistle. Could they be why the offense was inconsistent following their early scoring drive.

Rodgers was having none of that.

“That’s an excuse, I’m not going to use that, I don’t think we should,” Rodgers said. “There were moments, but not sustained.”

In a similar fashion, New York head coach Robert Saleh said there were positives in the defeat.

“There was a lot of promising things. From a team standpoint, all three phases, we’ve got to be better, especially defensively, and we will,” Saleh said.

For more from Rodgers, see the attached SNY clip below:

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Baltimore Orioles at Boston Red Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Baltimore Orioles at Boston Red Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Baltimore Orioles (82-63) and Boston Red Sox (73-71) play the 2nd game of a 3-game series Tuesday. First pitch from Fenway Park is set for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Orioles vs. Red Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Orioles lead 7-4

The Orioles dropped their third straight game Monday, losing 12-3 to the Red Sox. SP Cade Povich and RP Burch Smith both struggled, allowing a combined 8 earned runs on 9 hits. The only bright spot for Baltimore was RF Anthony Santander hitting his 40th home run of the season. With the loss, the 2nd-place Orioles find themselves 1½ games behind the AL East-leading New York Yankees.

The Red Sox improved to 3-1 on their current 6-game homestand with Monday’s win. RF Rob Refsnyder had an unforgettable performance, going 4 for 4 with 2 homers, a double, and 5 RBIs. DH Tyler O’Neill matched his power, going 3 for 5 with 2 HRs while CF Ceddanne Rafaela added 4 RBIs to cap off a dominant night for Boston.

Orioles at Red Sox projected starters

RHP Albert Suarez vs. RHP Kutter Crawford

Suarez (7-5, 3.49 ERA) makes his 21st start and 26th appearance. He has a 1.31 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 6.9 K/9 in 113 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 4 1/3 IP, 6 ER, 8 H, 2 BB, 2 K in 8-1 home defeat against Chicago White Sox Wednesday
  • 2024 away splits: 4-3, 3.75 ERA (57 2/3 IP, 24 ER), 1.37 WHIP, 7.2 K/9 in 15 appearances (10 starts)
  • Last start vs Red Sox: Win, 6 IP, 0 ER, 7 H, 0 BB, 6 K in 4-2 home victory Aug. 18

Crawford (8-13, 4.08 ERA) makes his 30th start. He has a 1.08 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 8.3 K/9 in 161 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 6 IP, 2 ER, 1 H, 2 BB, 8 K in 7-2 road setback against New York Mets Sept. 3
  • 2024 home splits: 4-7, 4.06 ERA (82 IP, 37 ER), 1.10 WHIP, 8.2 K/9 in 15 starts
  • 2024 vs Orioles: 0-2, 4.41 ERA (16 1/3 IP, 8 ER), 0.93 WHIP, 8.4 K/9 in 3 starts

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Orioles at Red Sox odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated 11:52 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Orioles -108 (bet $108 to win $100) | Red Sox -108 (bet $108 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread: Orioles -1.5 (+138) | Red Sox +1.5 (-166)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -104 | U: -118)

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Orioles at Red Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Orioles 5, Red Sox 3

Moneyline

BET ORIOLES (-108).

The Orioles need a win Tuesday, now 1½ games back of the Yankees in the AL East after Monday’s loss. They’ve done well against the Red Sox this season, taking 7 of the 11 meetings and outscoring Boston 66-54. Even though Baltimore’s hit a rough patch, losing 4 of its last 5, it has still been solid on the road with a 40-30 record.

The Red Sox haven’t been much better lately, dropping 6 of their last 9. With Crawford struggling against the Orioles and Suarez having already shut them down once, Baltimore’s got a good shot to get back on track.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I don’t love the odds, so I’ll keep my focus on the moneyline and total.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 9.5 (-118).

The Under has hit in 3 of the last 5 meetings, including the same pitching matchup Aug. 18.

Suarez has been particularly strong in this department, with the Under hitting in 5 of his last 6 starts. Crawford’s also been reliable for Under bettors, with the total going Under in 3 of his last 4 starts. Given these trends and recent performances, betting the Under looks like a smart move.

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Michigan football pays tribute to James Earl Jones after his death

What an icon. Forever #GoBlue

An acting legend and University of Michigan alumnus has passed away, and may be gone, but certainly will never be forgotten.

Hailing from the U-M class of 1955, famed actor James Earl Jones died at the age of 93 on Monday, and the tributes came pouring in. Whether it was his voice acting work as Darth Vader in the Star Wars franchise or as Mufasa in The Lion King, or his riveting roles in The Sandlot and Field of Dreams, fans took time to remember an icon in his craft.

Michigan football also paid tribute to Jones, noting his passing by posting the updated hype video that the team plays in The Big House before the team runs out of the tunnel. Jones narrated the video, which was first released in 2016 at former head coach Jim Harbaugh’s request.

Harbaugh also weighed in after Jones’ death, noting his participation in the video as well as some of his iconic roles.

There was no actor like him and certainly none with a voice like his. He will be missed.

Minnesota Lynx at Atlanta Dream odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Minnesota Lynx at Atlanta Dream odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Lynx (26-9) and Atlanta Dream (12-23) meet Tuesday at Gateway Center Arena at College Park. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (NBATV). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Lynx vs. Dream odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Lynx lead 3-0

The Lynx have caught fire, winning 3 in a row, and 10 of the past 11 outings, moving into 2nd place in the WNBA’s overall standings behind the 1st-place New York Liberty. Minnesota is currently 4 games clear of the Las Vegas Aces for 1st place in the Western Conference, too.

Minnesota has had some issues against the number lately, going 1-3 against the spread (ATS) in the past 4 outings, but it is 7-3-1 ATS in the previous 11 contests. The Under is 3-1 in the past 4 games, too, mainly due to a power outage on offense. Minnesota has scored 79 or fewer points in 3 of the past 4 outings, which is below the season average of 82.9 PPG.

The Lynx are the No. 1 team in terms of 3-point shooting, hitting at a 38.2% clip. Defensively, Minnesota allows just 76.3 PPG, 3rd in The W, while ranking 1st in both defensive FG percentage (41.3%) and defensive 3-pointer percentage (30.1%).

For the Dream, they’re still mathematically alive for a playoff spot, jostling with the Chicago Sky (13-22) and Washington Mystics (11-24) for the final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

Atlanta has scored 100 or more points in each of the past 2 games, while going 2-2 SU and 3-1 ATS in the past 4 outings.

Lynx at Dream odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday 10:51 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Lynx -230 (bet $230 to win $100) | Dream +186 (bet $100 to win $186)
  • Against the spread: Lynx -5.5 (-108) | Dream +5.5 (-112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 158 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Lynx at Dream picks and predictions

Prediction

Lynx 82, Dream 73

Moneyline

Minnesota (-230) is way too costly, as it will cost you more than 2 times your potential return. That’s way too much risk for not enough reward.

Instead, look to the spread instead. AVOID.

Against the spread

Play MINNESOTA -5.5 (-108) laying the points. The Lynx have been red-hot lately, and while Atlanta +5.5 (-112) is fighting for its playoff lives, it has an uphill climb.

The Lynx have struggled to score lately, but they’ll use their pinpoint 3-point shooting to get the job done on the road, as they build momentum heading into the postseason. Even with a loss, the Dream isn’t done. In fact, Atlanta has a home-and-home with Washington, and a home game with Chicago remaining on the schedule.

Over/Under

UNDER 158 (-110) is a solid play in this battle in the Atlanta.

The total has gone low in 3 of the past 4 games for Minnesota, as the Commissioner Cup winners have had trouble lighting up the scoreboard lately. But, defense has been keeping them on a winning track.

For the Dream, there has been no defense, so be careful here. It has back-to-back games hitting the century mark, but that was against the defensively-challenged Dallas Wings and Indiana Fever. It won’t have nearly the same kind of success against the suffocating Lynx D.

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