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Blue Jays vs. Astros Prediction: Toronto Looks to Bounce Back Against Houston with Chris Bassitt on the Mound

In this Blue Jays vs. Astros prediction for the second game of their three-game series, the Toronto Blue Jays are looking to bounce back after losing two of three at home against the Mariners. They will have Chris Bassitt, who has an impressive 0.77 ERA, starting on the mound. The Houston Astros, coming off a series win against the Padres, have Ronel Blanco (6.48 ERA) starting for them. Despite Houston opening as the betting favorite at -115, the current line is now Houston -112. The first pitch is scheduled for 8:10 EST. Stay updated for the latest updates on this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays +102 | Astros -112
• Spread: Blue Jays -1.5 (+155) | Astros +1.5 (-189)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 53%.

Toronto vs Houston Stats

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays recently lost their lead in the competitive AL East division to the Yankees, currently trailing them by two games. Despite dropping two out of three games in a recent series against the Mariners, the Blue Jays still hold second place in the division. Shortstop Bo Bichette leads the team in RBIs and hits this season, while also maintaining a strong batting average. The addition of Anthony Santander from the Orioles has yet to boost the offense significantly, as he is batting .205 and has only two home runs on the season. Star player Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has ten RBIs and one home run so far. Pitcher Chris Bassitt will take the mound for the Blue Jays in their upcoming game, boasting a 2-0 record with an impressive 0.77 ERA. Toronto ranks 22nd in offense, 7th in defense, and currently holds a 12-10 record for the season.

Houston Astros Analysis

The Houston Astros are currently fourth in the highly competitive AL West division, trailing the division leading Rangers by 2.5 games with a 10-11 record. They had a successful series against the Padres, winning two out of three games. Yordan Alvarez had a notable RBI in the fifth inning, but they fell short in a 3-2 loss. Alvarez, the left fielder, has two home runs and 11 RBIs with a .206 batting average. Jose Altuve has been the most productive player with a .302 batting average and three home runs, primarily playing as a DH. Third baseman Isaac Parades has also contributed with three home runs and a .231 batting average. Ronel Blanco, a right-handed pitcher, has a 1-2 record with an ERA of 6.48 in five starts.

In terms of power rankings, the Astros are ranked 13th overall, 23rd in offense (averaging 3.75 points per game), and 5th in defense (allowing an average of 3.80 points per game). Most recently, Toronto won two out of three games against Houston.

Chris Bassitt's Strong Pitching Performance Should Be Utilized in Upcoming Game Against Struggling Blanco

We should consider utilizing the strong performance of Chris Bassitt in this upcoming game, as he has demonstrated superior pitching compared to Blanco so far this season. Bassitt currently boasts an impressive 0.77 ERA across four games, highlighted by a recent standout performance against the Braves where he achieved ten strikeouts in just five innings without allowing a run. In his 23 innings pitched, Bassitt has only given up two earned runs, showcasing dominant baseball with 31 strikeouts and only five walks. Conversely, Blanco has struggled in his four starts this season, consistently giving up two or more earned runs and allowing home runs in consecutive games. With their recent momentum, the Astros may face a challenge against the Blue Jays, who have a strong starting pitcher and a talented offense supporting him. It is recommended to favor the Blue Jays in this matchup.

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