Toronto Blue Jays vs St. Louis Cardinals Betting Picks & Predictions
The St. Louis Cardinals are set to face off against the Toronto Blue Jays in the final game of their three-game series, with both teams looking to gain momentum in their
Game outlook
The St. Louis Cardinals are set to face off against the Toronto Blue Jays in the final game of their three-game series, with both teams looking to gain momentum in their division races. After a close opener on Monday, both clubs are fighting to secure wins as they sit second in their respective divisions, four games behind the leaders. The Blue Jays will have Eric Lauer on the mound with an impressive ERA of 2.08, while the Cardinals will rely on Matthew Liberatore with an ERA of 3.82. St. Louis opens as the favorite in this matchup with the current line at St. Louis -133.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blue Jays +118 | Cardinals -133
Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-178) | Cardinals -1.5 (+155)
Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that St. Louis will win straight-up is 57%.
Toronto Blue Jays
In June, the Toronto Blue Jays have shown impressive resilience and success, winning nine of their last eleven games. Their balanced offense ranks ninth in batting average, with a middle-of-the-pack performance in runs per game and home runs. The team has been able to produce timely rallies and their bullpen has been a significant asset, ranking eighth in MLB with a 3.38 ERA. While the starting pitcher for Wednesday's game has not been confirmed, reports suggest that Max Scherzer is nearing a return but is not expected to pitch in the upcoming series. Kevin Gausman could potentially start, boasting a 5-4 record with a 3.87 ERA in 13 starts this season. Toronto's strength will be tested again in late innings, especially if the game remains close. With a power ranking of 3, the Blue Jays are ranked 16 in offense, 18 in defense, and currently hold a 37-30 record for the season.