Toronto Blue Jays vs
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Blue Jays Favored in Middle Game of Series Against Angels as Berrios Faces Kikuchi

The article provides a preview of the upcoming game between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Angels, which is the middle game of a three-game series. Both teams are coming off losses in their previous series. The starting pitchers for the game are Jose Berrios for the Blue Jays and Yusei Kikuchi for the Angels. Toronto is the betting favorite for the game. The article was published before the conclusion of the opening game of the series.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays -122 | Angels +105
• Spread: Blue Jays -1.5 (+135) | Angels +1.5 (-155)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 55%.

Toronto vs Los Angeles Stats

Toronto Blue Jays

Toronto dropped their second consecutive game after a three-game win streak, falling to Cleveland in the rubber game of their series on Sunday. The Blue Jays are currently tied for third in the AL East, standing 2.5 games behind the Yankees for the top spot with a 16-18 record. Despite getting two hits each from Bo Bichette and Andres Gimenez, Toronto struggled to capitalize with runners in scoring position, going four for 11 and leaving nine runners on base. Bowden Francis took the loss on the mound, giving up four runs over 4.1 innings. Jose Berrios will start the next game for the Blue Jays, boasting a 1-1 record with a 3.98 ERA this season. He had a strong performance in his last start against the Red Sox, allowing two runs over 6.2 innings with eight strikeouts. Toronto ranks 26th in power rankings, with the offense averaging 3.52 runs per game and the defense allowing 4.48 runs per game.

Los Angeles Angels Analysis

The Los Angeles Angels suffered their eighth loss in nine games, falling to the Tigers in a tough game at home. The team currently sits at 13-20 and is in last place in the AL West, 6.5 games behind the Mariners. In the recent game against Detroit, the Angels struggled at the plate, finishing with only five hits and going one for nine with runners in scoring position. Pitcher Jack Kochanowicz took the loss after allowing five runs over five innings. Yusei Kikuchi will be starting the next game for the Angels, looking to improve on his 0-4 record and 4.21 ERA this season. Against the Blue Jays, Kikuchi has a 2-0 record with a 1.77 ERA in three career starts. The Angels have a power ranking of 30, ranking #24 in offense and #27 in defense, averaging 3.63 runs scored and 5.25 runs allowed per game. Toronto has lost their last three matchups against Los Angeles.

Blue Jays Look to Rebound Against Struggling Angels

Two teams aiming to bounce back are set to face off as the Toronto Blue Jays, coming off two losses to Cleveland, prepare to take on the struggling Los Angeles Angels. Former Blue Jay pitcher Kikuchi, now with the Angels, has had a challenging start to the season and has historically struggled at Angel Stadium. On the other hand, Berrios of the Blue Jays has been performing well in recent outings, including a strong performance against Boston. Given the current struggles of the Angels, the Blue Jays are favored to come out on top in this matchup.

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