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Tampa Bay Rays Look to Extend Dominance Over Toronto Blue Jays in Middle Game of Series

The Tampa Bay Rays are set to face off against the Toronto Blue Jays in the middle game of a three-game series. The Rays have lost four of their last six games and trail first place in the AL East by 5 ½ games. Meanwhile, the Blue Jays have won four straight and trail first place by 3 ½ games. Both teams will be missing several key players due to injuries. Ryan Pepiot will start for the Rays, while Chris Bassitt will start for the Blue Jays. Toronto is the betting favorite with a -141 opening line that has not moved. Be sure to check out our in-depth prediction for this exciting matchup between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Toronto Blue Jays.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rays +126 | Blue Jays -141
• Spread: Rays +1.5 (-170) | Blue Jays -1.5 (+150)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 59%.

Tampa Bay vs Toronto Stats

Tampa Bay Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays' offensive statistics place them in the middle of the league, with Junior Caminero leading in home runs and Yandy Diaz leading in RBI. The team has shown strength in extra base hits, with 92 in 40 games. On the pitching side, they rank well in Quality Starts and WHIP, with Taj Bradley leading in wins and Shane Baz in strikeouts. Ryan Pepiot will be starting on Wednesday with a 2-4 record and a 3.86 ERA. The team's power ranking is 20, with solid defense but an average offense, resulting in an 18-22 record for the season.

Toronto Blue Jays Analysis

The Toronto Blue Jays currently have a power ranking of 23 and are ranked 23rd for offense, 22nd for defense, and have an overall record of 20-20. They are 11th in batting average, 14th in on-base percentage, and 22nd in runs scored. George Springer leads the team in home runs and RBI, while Chris Bassitt leads in wins, strikeouts, and ERA for starters. Toronto has strong offensive production with seven players having 10 or more RBI. The Blue Jays have had success against Tampa Bay in their recent matchups.

Tampa Bay Rays Continue to Dominate Toronto Blue Jays with Strong Road Performances

The Tampa Bay Rays have demonstrated dominance in recent matchups against the Toronto Blue Jays, winning five of the last six head-to-head contests. Additionally, the Rays have shown strength on the road this season, securing victories in seven of their last eight away games. Tampa Bay has historically performed well on the road versus Toronto, winning six of the last eight matchups against the Blue Jays in that setting. Pitcher Ryan Pepiot of the Rays has posted respectable numbers with a 3.86 ERA and 1.31 WHIP, ranking 52nd and 62nd, respectively. Pepiot has delivered three consecutive above-average outings, allowing only 10 hits and four runs in 16.1 innings. In contrast, Toronto's starter Chris Bassitt has struggled in his last four appearances, conceding 28 hits, 15 earned runs, and six home runs. With Pepiot in strong form, Tampa Bay holds a competitive edge heading into this matchup.

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