Kansas City Royals vs
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Blue Jays Favored to Win Middle Game Against Royals with Strong Pitching Matchup

The Kansas City Royals and Toronto Blue Jays will face off in the middle game of their three-game series on Tuesday night in Toronto. This follows the Royals winning three out of four games in their previous meeting last week. The pitching matchup features lefty Cole Ragans (1-2, 3.90) for the Royals against Blue Jays' righty Jose Berrios (4-1, 1.23). The game is set to start at 7:07 PM EST, with Toronto opening as the betting favorite at -138.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Royals +120 | Blue Jays -138
• Spread: Royals +1.5 (-175) | Blue Jays -1.5 (+151)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 58%.

Kansas City vs Toronto Stats

Kansas City Royals

The Kansas City Royals are looking to build on their recent success over the Toronto Blue Jays as they arrive in Toronto this week. Despite coming off two consecutive losses to the Tigers, the Royals are determined to improve their road record of 5-7 this season. In game one against the Blue Jays, they fell short with a 6-5 loss, despite a strong performance from catcher Freddy Fermin. Lefty Cole Ragans will take the mound in game two, looking to replicate his previous success against the Blue Jays. The team is currently dealing with key injuries to SP Alec Marsh, RP Jake Brentz, RP Josh Taylor, and RP Jordan Lyles. With a power ranking of 8, the Royals are ranked 14 in offense and #1 in defense this season, with a record of 17-13. For more insights on the MLB season, fans can check out Free MLB Picks for potential betting opportunities.

Toronto Blue Jays Analysis

The Toronto Blue Jays are looking to gain momentum after a challenging start to the season, currently sitting one game below .500. Despite a series loss to the Dodgers, they secured their first win with a strong performance from pitcher Kevin Gausman. The team secured a second consecutive win against the Royals, with Justin Turner leading the way for Kansas City. Jose Berrios, the Jays' reliable starter, will take the mound in the upcoming game. The team is currently dealing with key injuries to several players. In terms of rankings, the Blue Jays are positioned at 20th, with offense ranked at 27th, defense at 18th, and an overall record of 15-15. In the recent matchups between Toronto and Kansas City, the Royals have won one out of the last three games.

Blue Jays Expected to Dominate Matchup Against Ragans with Strong Offense and Pitching

In the upcoming matchup between the Blue Jays and Ragans, I anticipate the Blue Jays will demonstrate strong offensive capabilities against the left-handed pitcher. Historically, the Blue Jays have performed well against left-handed pitchers, boasting a team batting average of .272 last year. The team's lineup includes formidable right-handed hitters such as Vlad Guerrero Jr., Bo Bichette, Justin Turner, and Alejandro Kirk, who are well-equipped to challenge a left-handed pitcher like Ragans. Ragans has shown a decline in performance this season compared to his previous year with the Royals, evident in his higher WHIP and number of hits allowed. Conversely, Berrios has demonstrated consistency and success in his pitching performances this season, with five quality starts out of six. With Berrios' strong pitching and the Blue Jays' offensive capabilities, I predict a successful outcome for the Blue Jays in their upcoming game against Ragans.

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