Toronto Blue Jays vs Washington Nationals Betting Picks & Predictions
The Toronto Blue Jays and Washington Nationals are set to conclude their three-game series on Sunday in DC, showcasing two standout shortstops in Bo Bichette and CJ Abrams.
Game outlook
The Toronto Blue Jays and Washington Nationals are set to conclude their three-game series on Sunday in DC, showcasing two standout shortstops in Bo Bichette and CJ Abrams. Bichette, an AL batting champion, faces off against Abrams, who has shown power with seven home runs this season. The pitching matchup is still up in the air for the Blue Jays, with Alek Manoah a potential starter, while Mackenzie Gore will take the mound for the Nationals. The game is scheduled for 1:35 PM EST, with Toronto opening as the favorite and the current line at Toronto -110.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blue Jays -110 | Nationals -109
Spread: Blue Jays -1.5 (+150) | Nationals +1.5 (-175)
Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 52%.
Toronto Blue Jays
The Toronto Blue Jays have showcased a strong lineup and rotation in recent seasons but have struggled to make a deep playoff run. Despite dropping three out of five games prior to their series against the Nationals, they managed to secure a 6-3 win on Saturday, thanks to a solid performance from starter Kevin Gausman. Burly righty Alex Manoah is likely to start in the series finale on Sunday, following a successful rehab outing. The team is dealing with key injuries to several players, including 2B Adrian Pinto and CF Kevin Kiermaier. With a power ranking of 20, the Blue Jays are ranked 28th in offense and 23rd in defense, with a record of 79-83. For more insights and predictions on the MLB season, check out our Free MLB Picks.