Toronto Blue Jays vs
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San Diego Padres favored to win against Toronto Blue Jays with Jose Berrios and Randy Vasquez on the mound

The Toronto Blue Jays and the San Diego Padres are set to face off, with Jose Berrios (3-0, 1.05 ERA) starting for the Blue Jays and Randy Vasquez (2-2, 2.87 ERA) making his 2024 debut for the Padres. The Blue Jays have a 10-9 record so far this season, while the Padres are 11-10. The Padres are the current betting favorite, but the odds are close with Toronto just slightly behind. Written before Friday's results.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays -114 | Padres -103
• Spread: Blue Jays -1.5 (+145) | Padres +1.5 (-172)
• Total: Over/Under 8.25 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego will win straight-up is 51%.

Toronto vs San Diego Stats

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have been performing around .500 this season after a challenging start. Despite a decent offense ranking 18th in the league with a .688 team OPS, the team has only hit 16 home runs this season, tying them for 23rd in baseball. Third baseman Justin Turner has been a standout player with 18 hits, a homer, nine RBIs, and seven runs scored. Pitcher Jose Berrios has been pitching well, although his statistics on Baseball Savant page are not exceptional. He has five different pitches, with his slurve being the most effective. The team's injury report includes pitcher Chad Green (questionable) and pitcher Alec Manoah (OUT). With a power ranking of 24, Toronto ranks 21st in offense, 23rd in defense, and has a record of 11-9 this season. For those looking to place bets, the top sportsbooks are recommended for strong profits.

San Diego Padres Analysis

The San Diego Padres have demonstrated strong offensive performance this season, ranking sixth in the majors with a .751 team OPS and averaging 5.19 runs per game. They are tied for sixth in MLB for walks. Outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. has been a standout player with five home runs, 13 RBIs, and three stolen bases. Prospect Randy Vasquez has shown promise with his pitching arsenal and impressive stats from last season. The team is currently dealing with several injuries, including Jake Cronenworth, Yu Darvish, Luis Patino, Tucupita Marcano, and Pocket Glenn Otto. The Padres have a power ranking of 12 and are ranked eighth for offense, averaging 5.19 runs per game. Toronto has recently gone 1-2 in matchups against San Diego. For more insights on the MLB season, visit our Free MLB Picks section.

San Diego Padres Favored to Win Over Toronto Blue Jays in Upcoming Match

The San Diego Padres have demonstrated superior performance as a team, indicating their ability to excel in the upcoming match. While Jose Berrios has achieved impressive statistics recently, it is important to note that his success may be influenced by facing weaker opponents in two recent games. The Toronto Blue Jays possess a roster of talented hitters, however, their current performance does not suggest a consistent ability to score runs. Therefore, it is recommended to favor the San Diego Padres as the likely victors in the upcoming game.

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