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Baltimore Orioles Slight Favorites in Final Match Against Toronto Blue Jays - Pitching Matchup In Focus

The Toronto Blue Jays and Baltimore Orioles are set to play their final game of the series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, with the Orioles holding slight favorites (-130 moneyline) with their starting pitcher Cade Povich. Both teams are looking to bounce back from a closely contested game on Saturday, where Baltimore secured a 5-4 win. Jose Berrios will be starting for the Blue Jays, while Cade Povich will be starting for the Orioles. The current betting line favors Baltimore at -133. Keep an eye on this matchup for potential betting opportunities and check out more MLB picks.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays +119 | Orioles -133
• Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-170) | Orioles -1.5 (+148)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 57%.

Toronto vs Baltimore Stats

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays enter this game with an 8-7 record, struggling offensively as of late with an average of 3.3 runs per game over their last 10 outings and hitting only six home runs this season. However, George Springer has been a standout player with a .400 batting average and 10 RBIs, while Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette have also contributed solid numbers. Despite offensive challenges, the team's pitching staff has been reliable, boasting a team ERA of 3.35. José Berríos will be starting today's game with a record of 1-1 and a 4.58 ERA, looking to bounce back from a previous loss to Baltimore. Toronto holds a power ranking of 22, ranking 21st in offense, 6th in defense, and standing at 8-7 for the season.

Baltimore Orioles Analysis

The Baltimore Orioles are seeking to maintain their momentum after a comeback victory on Saturday, where Cedric Mullins and Adley Rutschman played pivotal roles offensively. Mullins' two-run double and Rutschman's clutch home run in the sixth inning helped secure the win, with Heston Kjerstad also contributing with a two-run homer. The Orioles' defense was exceptional, turning five double plays to stifle Toronto's offense. Cade Povich will be starting on the mound for Baltimore today. In terms of power rankings, the Orioles are ranked 14th and are 15th for offense, averaging 4.23 runs per game and 19th for defense, giving up an average of 4.69 runs per game. Overall, the Orioles are currently 6-8, with Toronto winning 2 out of their last 3 matchups against Baltimore.

Jose Berrios Holds Advantage Over Cade Povich in Orioles vs Blue Jays Matchup

In his 17 career appearances against the Orioles, Jose Berrios has demonstrated notable success with a record of 10-2 and an ERA of 3.31. Recent statistics show that Berrios has also maintained strong performance against Toronto, going 3-1 with a 2.76 ERA in his last five starts at Camden Yards. Conversely, Cade Povich has struggled in his two career starts against Toronto, accumulating a record of 0-2 and an elevated ERA of 8.38. While starting pitching is just one aspect of the game, both teams present a well-balanced matchup. However, the Blue Jays hold an edge in the first five innings, which may prove advantageous for them to secure a strong start and sustain their lead. Considering these factors, I predict that the road underdog will rebound in this matchup.

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