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Blue Jays at Rangers Prediction: Rangers Look to Capitalize on Home Advantage Against Blue Jays

In this Blue Jays at Rangers prediction, the Blue Jays will face off against the slumping Rangers in Arlington. The Blue Jays, despite a mediocre start, are still very much in contention in the AL East. On the other hand, the Rangers have cooled off after a hot start to the season. The Blue Jays will have Kevin Gausman on the mound, who has a 4-4 record and a 4.03 ERA, while the Rangers will start Jacob deGrom, who has a 4-1 record with a 2.33 ERA. The game is set to start at 4:10 PM EST, with Texas opening as the favorite at -155. For more insights and tips, continue reading our Blue Jays/Rangers prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays +135 | Rangers -154
• Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-166) | Rangers -1.5 (+141)
• Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas will win straight-up is 61%.

Toronto vs Texas Stats

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays are in Arlington looking to stay competitive in a tight race in the AL East, with the Yankees leading the pack. Despite recent losses to the Tampa Bay Rays, the Blue Jays are hopeful as they turn to ace Kevin Gausman to lead them to victory against the Rangers. Gausman has a solid record this season with 4-4 in 10 starts and a 4.03 ERA. The team will be without RP Nick Sandlin due to injury. Toronto is currently ranked 22nd in offense, 19th in defense, and has a season record of 25-27.

Texas Rangers Analysis

The Texas Rangers, currently struggling with a lack of offense and battling injuries, managed to salvage a win on a tough road trip by defeating the White Sox. They are hoping former NL Cy Young winner Jacob deGrom can help turn their season around as he continues to perform well after returning from Tommy John surgery. Despite a power ranking of 9 and strong defensive performance, the Rangers are currently ranked 28th in offense, scoring an average of 3.34 runs per game. Key players like SS Corey Seager and RF Trevor Hauver are out with injuries. Despite their challenges, the Rangers hope to improve their record as they face the Yankees and White Sox in upcoming series.

Rangers Primed for Victory In Matchup Against deGrom and Gausman

The upcoming matchup between deGrom and Gausman in Texas presents a favorable opportunity for the Rangers. deGrom, who has shown promising signs of returning to his elite pitching form, boasts a remarkable 3-1 record at home this season with an impressive 1.47 ERA. In contrast, Gausman has struggled on the road, sporting a 1-3 record and a 5.27 ERA in away games. While Gausman is coming off a recent strong start, his inconsistency on the road raises concerns. With deGrom's dominance and Gausman's road woes in mind, the Rangers are poised to secure a victory in this matchup. I recommend taking the Rangers with the money line for this game.

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