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Toronto Blue Jays at Pittsburgh Pirates odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Toronto Blue Jays at Pittsburgh Pirates odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Toronto Blue Jays (19-14) will play the 2nd game of a 3-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates (20-13) on Saturday at PNC Park. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Jays vs. Pirates odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Blue Jays lead 1-0.

On Friday, the Blue Jays defeated the Pirates 4-0. Toronto ended a 5-game losing streak with its win Friday and has tallied a 5-5 record in its last 10 contests.

The Pirates only tallied 4 hits in the shutout loss Friday. Pittsburgh is amid a 5-game losing streak following a 4-game winning streak.

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Blue Jays at Pirates projected starters

RHP Jose Berrios vs. RHP Johan Oviedo

Berrios (2-3, 5.29 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 1.29 WHIP, 1.9 BB/9 and 9.0 K/9 through 34 IP.

  • Has allowed 4-plus earned runs in 3 of his first 6 starts.
  • Is limiting opposing batters to a launch angle of 5.8 degrees, which has helped him produce a career-best 50% ground-ball percentage thus far.

Oviedo (2-2, 4.78 ERA) makes his 7th start. He has a 1.47 WHIP, 3.4 BB/9 and 8.4 K/9 through 32 IP.

  • Has walked multiple batters in 4 of his first 6 starts,
  • Has allowed a combined 11 ER on 15 H with 4 BB and 5 K in 7 2/3 IP in his last 2 starts.

Blue Jays at Pirates odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:20 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Blue Jays -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Pirates +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jays -1.5 (+110) | Pirates +1.5 (-135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Blue Jays at Pirates picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jays 6, Pirates 4

Moneyline

Following a win over the Pirates Friday, I’ll side with the BLUE JAYS (-145) to secure another victory Saturday. Toronto is 5-0 in the last 5 meetings in Pittsburgh and 6-0 in the last 6 meetings overall.

Run line/Against the spread

BLUE JAYS -1.5 (+110) is the pick in this contest with Toronto boasting a 105 wRC+ (10th best in MLB) against RHP this season. The Blue Jays have won by 2-plus runs in 6 of their last 7 wins against the Pirates.

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Over/Under

OVER 9 (-110) is the lean in this game with Berrios and Oviedo struggling in recent starts. The Blue Jays and Pirates both excel against RHP this season, so that should lead to a decent number of runs in Saturday’s tilt.

The Blue Jays are 4-0 to the Over in their last 4 games against an RHP.

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Seattle Mariners at Toronto Blue Jays odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Seattle Mariners at Toronto Blue Jays odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Seattle Mariners (11-14) will begin a 3-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays (16-9) on Friday at Rogers Centre. First pitch is scheduled for 7:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mariners vs. Blue Jays odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Mariners went 5-2 vs. Blue Jays in 2022

The Mariners lost 1-0 to the Philadelphia Phillies on the road Thursday. Seattle has lost 2 games in a row and 6 of its last 10 games.

The Blue Jays cruised to an 8-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday for its 4th straight win. Toronto outscored Chicago 20-2 in its 3-game sweep.

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Mariners at Blue Jays projected starters

RHP Luis Castillo vs. RHP Alek Manoah

Castillo (2-0, 1.52 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 0.81 WHIP, 1.8 BB/9 and 10.3 K/9 in 29 2/3 IP.

  • Has at least 5 K’s in every start
  • Has not allowed an ER in 3 of  his 5 starts

Manoah (1-1, 5.13 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.56 WHIP, 5.5 BB/9 and 7.2 K/9 through 26 1/3 IP.

  • Hasn’t posted more than 5 K’s in any start
  • Has walked 2-plus batters in 4 of his 5 starts

Mariners 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 8:16 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Mariners -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Blue Jays -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Mariners -1.5 (+155) | Blue Jays +1.5 (-190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Mariners at Blue Jays picks and predictions

Prediction

Mariners 5, Blue Jays 4

Moneyline

Even though they are the road team, I’ll back the MARINERS (-105) on Friday. Castillo has been much better than Manoah this season as Seattle has gone 4-1 in his starts thus far.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

Despite having the Mariners securing the win on the road, I believe the Blue Jays will keep this game close enough to cover the spread. Taking the +1.5 spread in favor of Toronto (-190) isn’t advised.

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Over/Under

LEAN OVER 8.5 (-115).

While Castillo has been elite thus far, I envision the Blue Jays producing a couple of runs on the talented pitcher. On the other hand, Manoah has surrendered 3 runs or more in 3 of his 5 starts.

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Chicago White Sox at Toronto Blue Jays odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Chicago White Sox at Toronto Blue Jays odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Chicago White Sox (7-17) play the finale of a 3-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays (15-9) Wednesday at Rogers Centre. First pitch is scheduled for 1:07 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Blue Jays odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Blue Jays lead 2-0

The White Sox suffered a 6th straight loss with a 7-0 defeat at the hands of the Blue Jays Tuesday. Chicago has been outscored 33-15 over its losing skid.

The Blue Jays got 2 HRs from C Danny Jansen in Tuesday’s victory. Toronto has strung together 3 consecutive wins and has won 5 of its last 7 games.

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White Sox at Blue Jays projected starters

RHP Michael Kopech vs. LHP Yusei Kikuchi

Kopech (0-2, 6.97 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 1.74 WHIP, 6.1 BB/9 and 10.0 K/9 through 20 2/3 IP.

  • Walked at least 3 batters in each of his first 4 starts
  • Outside of his Apr. 9 start at the Pittsburgh Pirates, he’s allowed 15 ER on 20 H with 11 BB and 18 K in 14 2/3 IP

Kikuchi (3-0, 3.80 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 1.17 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 8.4 K/9 through 21 1/3 IP.

  • Allowed exactly 1 ER in 3 of his starts
  • Has given up at least 1 HR in each of his first 4 starts

White Sox 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 8:32 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): White Sox +155 (bet $100 to win $155) | Blue Jays -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-120) | Blue Jays -1.5 (+100)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 10 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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White Sox at Blue Jays picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jays 8, White Sox 3

Moneyline

PASS.

Even though I envision the Blue Jays cruising to a win at home on Wednesday, wagering on them to win at the current odds (-190) is not advised.

Run line/Against the spread

BLUE JAYS -1.5 (+100) is the pick in this game with how these teams have been performing recently. Toronto has won by at least 2 runs in each of the first 2 games of the series and I expect Kopech to struggle again Wednesday.

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Over/Under

OVER 10 (-105) is how I’d bet on the total with the Blue Jays swinging a hot bat in recent games. Kopech has surrendered at least 3 ER in 3 of his first 4 starts and Kikuchi has given up at least 1 HR in each start thus far.

There have been 10 runs or more scored in 7 of the last 9 meetings between these clubs, and the Over is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Toronto and 7-2 in the last 9 meetings overall.

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Toronto Blue Jays at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Toronto Blue Jays at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Toronto Blue Jays (10-6) begin a 3-game series against the Houston Astros (7-9) on Monday at Minute Maid Park. First pitch is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Blue Jays vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Blue Jays went 4-2 vs. Astros in 2022

The Blue Jays lost 8-1 to the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday, though, they won the 3-game series and handed the Rays their 1st 2 losses of the season. Toronto is 7-3 in its last 10 games.

The Astros lost 9-1 on Sunday to the Texas Rangers as they lost 2 of 3 in the series. Houston was outscored 17-11 by Texas and is 5-5 in its last 10 games.

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Blue Jays at Astros projected starters

RHP Kevin Gausman vs. RHP Cristian Javier

Gausman (1-1, 1.35 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 1.00 WHIP, 1.4 BB/9 and 11.3 K/9 in 20 IP.

  • Has fanned at least 7 batters in each of his 1st 3 starts
  • After not allowing an ER in his 1st 2 starts, he allowed 3 ER on Wednesday vs. the Detroit Tigers.

Javier (1-0, 4.24 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 1.18 WHIP, 1.1 BB/9 and 7.4 K/9 in 17 IP.

  • Hasn’t recorded more than 6 K’s in a start this season
  • Has given up 3 ER or more in 2 of his 1st 3 starts

Blue Jays at Astros odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:33 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Blue Jays -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Astros +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jays -1.5 (+140) | Astros +1.5 (-165)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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Blue Jays at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jays 4, Astros 3

Moneyline

Despite being the road team on Monday, I’ll back the BLUE JAYS (-120) with how they’ve performed recently. Gausman has gotten off to a strong start and Toronto’s bats are always capable of doing damage against anyone.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

With Gausman and Javier on the mound in this game, I believe we’ll get a close game. Taking Houston’s run line isn’t worth the risk at the current odds (-165) and I’m not comfortable taking Toronto (+140) to win by 2 runs.

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Over/Under

UNDER 8 (+100) has solid value with 2 talented pitchers on the bump in Monday’s matchup. Javier has been inconsistent to begin the season, but he has the ability to put up an impressive outing at home (boasted a 6-5 record with a 2.26 ERA, 0.89 WHIP, and 11.4 K/9 in 12 home starts in 2022).

The Under is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings.

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Baltimore Orioles at Toronto Blue Jays odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Baltimore Orioles at Toronto Blue Jays odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Baltimore Orioles (59-55) and the Toronto Blue Jays (61-52) meet in the opener of a 3-game set Monday at Rogers Centre. First pitch is scheduled for 7:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Orioles vs. Blue Jays odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Orioles lead 4-2

The surprising Orioles picked up a 2-game sweep of the Blue Jays last week at Camden Yards and now try to carry over the momentum north of the border. This is the first of 3 meetings this week, and these clubs face each other 13 more times down the stretch.

The Blue Jays are reeling after dropping 2 of 3 against the Cleveland Guardians at home. Toronto has won just 2 of its last 8 outings, slipping to just 2 1/2 games ahead of the O’s in the AL East standings.

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Orioles at Blue Jays projected starters

RHP Kyle Bradish vs. LHP Yusei Kikuchi

Bradish (1-4, 6.42 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.62 WHIP, 3.4 BB/9 and 9.1 K/9 in 61 2/3 IP.

  • Is 1-1 with a 6.26 ERA in 5 road starts with 28 K and a .297 opponent batting average in 23 IP
  • In 2 starts vs. Toronto this season he has an 0-1 record with a 7.45 ERA with a .359 opponent BA in just 9 2/3 IP

Kikuchi (4-6, 5.13 ERA) makes his 20th start. He has a 1.49 WHIP, 5.2 BB/9 and 10.0 K/9 in 79 IP.

  • Has a 4.22 ERA in 9 home starts (42 2/3 IP) vs. a 6.19 ERA in 10 road outings (36 1/3 IP)
  • In 2 starts vs. Batlimore this  season he is 0-2 with a dismal 9.00 ERA, 5 HR and 7 BB with a .314 opponent BA in just 9 IP

Orioles at Blue Jays odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:44 a.m. ET.

  • Money line (ML): Orioles +133 (bet $100 to win $133) | Blue Jays -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Orioles +1.5 (-145) | Blue Jays -1.5 (+120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: +100 | U: -125)

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Orioles at Blue Jays picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jays 7, Orioles 4

Money line

The BLUE JAYS (-165) are a risky play based upon their lack of success against the Orioles (+133) this season, and their play lately as a whole.

However, while Kikuchi has really struggled lately, he has been fairly productive at home. The O’s have seen the ball well against him, so go lightly here, but Bradish has been very erratic and giving as well.

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Run line/Against the spread

The BLUE JAYS -1.5 (+120) is a better play against the run line. They’re due, as Toronto’s past 2 wins have been 1-run games. Their last time covering the run line was Aug. 4 in Minnesota. However, 10 of the past 12 victories dating back to July 17 have been by 2 or more runs.

Over/Under

The OVER 9.5 (+100) is the best play on the board, and a tremendous value at even-money.

The Over has cashed 7 times in the past 8 starts by Bradish, including his most recent 2 showings against the Jays Aug. 9 in Baltimore and June 13 in Toronto.

While the Under is 4-1 in the last 5 starts by Kikuchi, he has allowed 9 ER in 9 IP in 2 starts vs. Baltimore this season, both Over results.

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Kansas City Royals at Toronto Blue Jays odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Kansas City Royals at Toronto Blue Jays odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Kansas City Royals (35-53) and Toronto Blue Jays (47-42) kick off a 4-game set Thursday at Rogers Centre in Toronto. First pitch is scheduled for 7:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Royals vs. Blue Jays odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Blue Jays lead 2-1

The Royals ride into Toronto on a high note, posting 3 of 4 wins in the previous series at home against the Detroit Tigers, while winning 2 of 3 prior to that against the Cleveland Guardians.

However, Kansas City placed 10 players on the restricted list ahead of the trip because the players aren’t vaccinated against COVID-19, required for entry to Canada.

The Blue Jays fired manager Charlie Montoyo prior to Wednesday’s game, and now turn to interim skipper John Schneider with Triple-A manager Casey Candaele promoted to bench coach in Toronto. The Jays responded with an 8-2 win over the Phillies in Schneider’s 1st game at the helm.

Toronto swept a 2-game interleague series against Philadelphia Tuesday and Wednesday, but the Jays were 1-9 in the previous 10 outings.

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Royals at Blue Jays projected starters

UNDECIDED vs. RHP Kevin Gausman

The Royals have not listed a lineup or a starting pitcher as of the time of this publishing.

  • Kansas City’s team ERA of 4.84 ranks last in the AL and 27th in the majors.
  • The pitching staff’s 1.48 WHIP ranks last in the majors, while it has only recorded an AL-low 642 K’s.

Gausman (6-6, 2.86 ERA) makes his 17th start. He has a 1.27 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9 and 10.2 K/9 through 88 IP.

  • Is 3-3 with a 3.77 ERA with a .306 opponent batting average and 51 K across 43 IP over 9 home starts.
  • Has managed a 3-3 record with a 2.27 ERA and .234 OBA with 59 K in 47 2/3 IP in 8 night starts.

Royals at Blue Jays odds and lines

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  • Money line (ML): Royals +310  (bet $100 to win $310) | Blue Jays -450 (bet $450 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Royals +2.5 (-113) | Blue Jays -2.5 (-117)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -120 | U: -110)

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Royals at Blue Jays picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jays 8, Royals 2

Money line

The Blue Jays (-450) are way too expensive even though the Royals (+310) are shorthanded and will have inexperienced catchers with the big-league club, a spot starter and outfielders coming up from the minors. Some coaches will be missing for Kansas City.

PASS, and look to the run line instead.

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Run line/Against the spread

After firing their manager Wednesday, the BLUE JAYS -2.5 (-117) responded well. A matchup with the shorthanded Royals is a perfect situation for the Jays to get back on track. Gausman is a veteran presence who will right the ship, and the Toronto players will each respond with urgency in this game after its skipper was canned Wednesday.

Over/Under

The OVER 8.5 (-120) is the lean here despite the fact the Under is 6-3 in the last 9 games for Toronto. The concern is that Kansas City’s offense will be patchwork and struggle for consistency, but Toronto should be able to do most of the heavy lifting to get this one across the finish line.

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Toronto Blue Jays at Seattle Mariners odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Toronto Blue Jays at Seattle Mariners odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

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The Toronto Blue Jays (45-38) and the Seattle Mariners (41-42) open a 4-game series Thursday at T-Mobile Park in Seattle. First pitch is scheduled for 10:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Blue Jays vs. Mariners odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Blue Jays lead 2-1

The Blue Jays avoided an embarrassing road sweep at the hands of the lowly Oakland Athletics, winning 2-1 Wednesday after being outscored 10-4 in the first 2 games.

The Mariners have won 4 in a row and 7 of the past 8 games, climbing to within one game of .500. Seattle hasn’t been .500 or better since May 3.

Blue Jays at Mariners projected starters

RHP Casey Lawrence v Undecided vs. LHP Marco Gonzales

The Blue Jays haven’t announced a starting pitcher as of this publishing. The Toronto Sun reported that RHP Casey Lawrence (0-1, 6.23 ERA) will get the nod. The 34-year-old right-hander has pitched in 4 MLB games this season (13 IP, 9 ER, 13 H, 9 K), all in relief.

  • 2022 Triple-A stats: 8-2, 2.22 ERA (73 IP, 18 ER), 0.82 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9, 8.0 K/9 with Buffalo
  • Last MLB outing: Loss, 5 2/3 IP out of the bullpen Saturday, yielding 6 ER on 7 H, 2 HR and 1 BB with 6 K vs. visiting Tampa Bay Rays
  • Hasn’t made a start in the majors since April 27, 2017 in his first go-around with the Blue Jays
  • Made 34 relief appearances with the Mariners from 2017-18, going 3-0 with a 6.20 ERA (65 1/3 IP, 45 ER).

Gonzalez (4-9, 3.29 ERA) makes his 17th start of the season. He has a 1.32 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 5.0 K/9 through 87 2/3 IP.

  • Allowed just 1 ER, 5 H and 3 BB with 2 K across 6 IP in a 5-1 win at Toronto May 18
  • Is 2-4 with a 3.28 ERA with a .236 opponents’ batting average in 46 2/3 IP across 8 starts at home.

Blue Jays at Mariners odds and lines

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  • Money line (ML): Blue Jays -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Mariners +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jays -1.5 (+120) | Mariners +1.5 (-145)
  • Over/Under (O/U):  8.5 (O: -112  | U: -108)

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Blue Jays at Mariners picks and predictions

Prediction

Mariners 6, Blue Jays 4

Money line

The MARINERS (+115) are the play at home behind the veteran southpaw Gonzales. He was crafty in a win against the Blue Jays in Toronto earlier this season.

Toronto’s starting pitching staff has been awful, and now it turns to an emergency pitcher making his first start since 2017. Lawrence might pitch with a little bit of a chip on his shoulder since he has spent time within the Seattle organization, but look for the M’s to prevail.

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Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

The Mariners +1.5 (-145) aren’t worth playing on the run line because of the -145 juice, and it’s not as good a value as the money line.

If you like Seattle, and you should, just play it straight up.

Over/Under

The OVER 8.5 (-112) is the lean here.

It’s uncertain how deep Lawrence will be able to go for the Blue Jays. The Toronto bullpen has been taxed by manager Charlie Montoyo lately. That’s good news for the Seattle offense and for Over bettors.

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Toronto Blue Jays at Oakland Athletics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Toronto Blue Jays at Oakland Athletics odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Toronto Blue Jays (44-36) and the Oakland Athletics (26-55) open a 3-game series Monday at RingCentral Coliseum in Oakland. First pitch is scheduled for 9:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Blue Jays vs. Athletics odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Blue Jays lead the season series 2-1.

The Blue Jays are licking their wounds after dropping the past 3 games to the visiting Tampa Bay Rays. Toronto enters play hitting the Over in 6 of the past 7 games, and 18 of the previous 21 outings.

The A’s dropped 3 of 4 games in Seattle over the weekend, and Oakland has cashed the Under in 5 of its past 6 contests. It also enters a dismal 2-15 across the past 17 home games.

Blue Jays at Athletics projected starters

RHP Alek Manoah vs. LHP Cole Irvin

Manoah (9-2, 2.09 ERA) makes his 16th start. He has a 0.96 WHIP, 1.8 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 through 94 2/3 IP.

  • Wrapped up the month of June with a 4-1 record, 2.56 ERA and .214 opponent batting average with 27 Ks across 38 2/3 IP in 6 starts.
  • Has a 4-1 record, 1.94 ERA and 38 Ks across 41 2/3 IP in 7 road outings this season.

Irvin (2-6, 3.58 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.22 WHIP, 2.2 BB/9 and 6.2 K/9 through 75 1/3 IP.

  • Yielded 5 ER, including 2 HR, with 6 H allowed in a season-high 7 IP in a loss at NYY last time out Wednesday.
  • Is 1-1 with a sparkling 1.57 ERA and .220 OBA across 34 1/3 IP in 6 home starts.
  • Has allowed 11 home runs this season, but none in 34 1/3 IP at home.

Blue Jays at Athletics odds and lines

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  • Money line (ML): Blue Jays -250 (bet $250 to win $100) | Athletics +200 (bet $100 to win $200)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Blue Jays -1.5 (-135) | Athletics +1.5 (+110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

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Blue Jays at Athletics picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jays 4, Athletics 3

Money line

It was tempting to consider playing the Athletics (+200) for a chance to double up. Irvin has been electric at home, Toronto has dropped 3 in a row and just flew across the country. However, the Blue Jays (-250) are going to edge them in the series opener as the A’s won’t be able to handle Manoah.

PASS, as you can’t risk 2 1/2 times your potential return.

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Run line/Against the spread

The ATHLETICS +1.5 (+110) are still plus-money catching a run-and-a-half, and that’s a worthwhile play.

Irvin keeps the ball in the yard, and he has had a strong ERA in Oakland this season. Manoah and the Jays should edge the A’s, but the home side will keep it surprisingly close.

Over/Under

The UNDER 7.5 (-115) is a little risky considering how frequently the Jays have been racking up Over results. But the A’s offense is anemic, and they’re an Under machine this season.

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Boston Red Sox at Toronto Blue Jays odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Boston Red Sox at Toronto Blue Jays odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Boston Red Sox (42-33) and Toronto Blue Jays (42-32) wrap up a 3-game series at Rogers Centre on Wednesday. First pitch is scheduled for 7:07 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Red Sox vs. Blue Jays odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Blue Jays lead series 7-2

The Red Sox are looking to salvage at least 1 game of this set, dropping the first 2 by a combined score of 13-7. The Over and Under has alternated in each of the past 5 contests for Boston.

The Blue Jays are aiming for their first 3-game win streak since an 8-0 run from May 24-June 2.

Red Sox at Blue Jays projected starters

RHP Nick Pivetta vs. RHP Alek Manoah

Pivetta (8-5, 3.25 ERA) makes his 16th start. He has a 1.11 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 8.7 K/9 in 88 2/3 IP.

  • Has lasted at least 6 IP in 9 of the past 10 starts overall, winning 8 of the previous 9 outings.
  • Is 0-1 with a 7.27 ERA with a .294 opponent batting average in just 8 2/3 IP across 2 starts vs. TOR this season.

Manoah (9-2, 2.05 ERA) makes his 15th start. He has a 0.96 WHIP, 1.8 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 in 87 2/3 IP.

  • Is 5-1 with a 2.15 ERA and .185 OBA across 46 IP over 7 home starts.
  • Allowed just 3 H in 7 scoreless IP in a win April 28 in his only outing vs. BOS this season.

Red Sox at Blue Jays odds and lines

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  • Money line (ML): Red Sox +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Blue Jays -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Red Sox +1.5 (-145) | Blue Jays -1.5 (+120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Red Sox at Blue Jays picks and predictions

Prediction

Blue Jays 4, Red Sox 2

Money line

The BLUE JAYS (-170) look to complete the 3-game sweep with their ace on the bump. It won’t be easy, as the Red Sox (+135) counter with one of their best pitchers. Look for Toronto to do just enough behind Manoah in a well-pitched game.

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Run line/Against the spread

The BLUE JAYS -1.5 (+122) are worth a small-unit play against Pivetta and the Red Sox +1.5 (-145). While the Boston right-hander has pitched well, and he eats plenty of innings, Toronto has had its way with him.

Over/Under

The UNDER 8.5 (-110) is the best play on the board in this AL East battle.

The total is neutral for Pivetta, going 4-4-2 across his past 10 outings overall. However, for Manoah, the Under has cashed in 6 of his past 9 starts, and the Under also hit in his first appearance against the Red Sox April 28.

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Toronto Blue Jays at Tampa Bay Rays odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Tuesday’s Toronto Blue Jays at Tampa Bay Rays odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Toronto Blue Jays (84-66) meet the Tampa Bay Rays (93-58) Tuesday to continue their three-game series at Tropicana Field. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze the lines around the Blue Jays vs. Rays odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Tampa beat Toronto in the series opener 6-4 as Rays IF Yandy Diaz stood out, hitting for 3-for-4 with 1 home run, 1 double and 3 RBIs.

Season series: Rays lead 10-7.

RHP Alek Manoah makes his 18th start for the Blue Jays. Manoah is 6-2 with 3.39 ERA (93 IP, 35 ER), 1.03 WHIP, 3.0 BB/9 and 9.9 K/9 this year.

  • Last outing: Win, 8-1, with 8 IP, 0 ER, 1 H, 0 BB and 10 K Sept. 13 vs. Rays.
  • Manoah is 2-1 in three starts against Tampa this year with a 0.96 ERA (18 2/3 IP, 2 ER), 7 H, 4 BB and 29 K.
  • vs. Rays on the current roster (66 PA): 0.87 FIP with a .102 batting average (BA), .171 wOBA, .234 expected slugging percentage (xSLG), 39.4 K% and 87.1 mph exit velocity (EV).

RHP Drew Rasmussen gets the nod for the Rays. Rasmussen is 3-1 with a 3.00 ERA (66 IP, 22 ER), 1.15 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 9.3 K/9 across eight starts and 25 relief appearances.

  • Last outing: Win, 2-0, with 5 IP, 2 H, 1 BB and 3 K Sept. 14 vs. Blue Jays.
  • Rasmussen is 1-0 against Toronto this year with a 0.00 ERA (7 IP), 3 H, 1 BB and 5 K in one start and one bullpen outing.
  • vs. Blue Jays on the current roster (23 PA): 2.07 FIP with a .091 BA, .122 wOBA, .437 xSLG, 21.7 K% and 92.1 mph EV.

Blue Jays at Rays odds, lines, picks and prediction

MLB odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 12:03 p.m. ET.

  • Money line: Blue Jays -108 (bet $108 to win $100) | Rays -112 (bet $112 to win $100)
  • Against the spread/ATS: Blue Jays -1.5 (+145) | Rays +1.5 (-180)
  • Over/Under: 8.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Prediction

Blue Jays 7, Rays 4

Money line (ML)

“LEAN” to the BLUE JAYS (-108) because Manoah is an ace, their lineup has been a little better against right-handed pitching and Toronto’s bullpen has been one of the best units in baseball this month.

Manoah’s pitching peripherals vs. active Tampa hitters are as amazing as his basic numbers. He grades in 93rd percentile in hard-hit rate, 85th in EV and 84th in xSLG while Rasmussen ranks in the 1st percentile in hard-hit rate and 8th percentile in EV.

Toronto’s lineup has been by far the most productive in baseball this month. The Blue Jays’ 149 wRC+ in September is 14 higher than the next closest team, their .393 wOBA is 28 percentage points more than the second-place team and they are way out in front of WAR too.

It’s only a “lean” toward Toronto because Tampa is the best team in the AL and Manoah is less effective on the road compared to at home. Manoah has 0 ER in 15 IP with 20/1 K/BB in two home starts vs. the Rays but gave up 2 ER over 3 2/3 IP in his visit to Tampa.

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Run line/Against the spread (ATS)

PASS with a slight “lean” on the Blue Jays -1.5 (+145) because this price-point is almost big enough to take a stab at Toronto’s run line. However, Tampa is 10-6 ATS as a home underdog and Toronto is 18-20 as a road favorite.

Over/Under (O/U)

Slight “LEAN” to the OVER 8.5 (-112) for a tiny wager because I much prefer the Toronto side than the total in this spot. However, the market is hammering the Over and I’d prefer to fade the one-sided action than follow it.

The situation (high stakes game between division rivals with playoff implications) lends itself more so to a lower-scoring affair. Both of these bullpens have been dialed in this month and each starter has “top of the rotation” caliber stuff.

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