Toronto Blue Jays vs
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Blue Jays Look to Extend Winning Streak in Interleague Showdown Against Phillies

The Blue Jays and Phillies will conclude their interleague series on Sunday, with Toronto starting pitcher Jose Berrios (3.38 ERA) facing off against Philadelphia's Zack Wheeler (2.85 ERA). The teams previously met in June, where the Blue Jays took two out of three games at home. Philadelphia won the first game of this series on Friday 8-0. Philadelphia is the betting favorite for Sunday's game, opening at -175.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays +158 | Phillies -175
• Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-140) | Phillies -1.5 (+116)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 64%.

Toronto vs Philadelphia Stats

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays are currently holding the second spot in the strong AL East, 4.5 games behind the Yankees and only a game up on the Rays. They are in position to grab the first Wild Card spot if the season ended today. In Friday's game against the Phillies, Alejandro Kirk had two hits, but the team could not generate any runs in the 8-0 loss. Kirk is batting third in the lineup as their catcher and has a .328 batting average, which is the 5th best in Major League Baseball. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. bats second and has eight home runs and 30 RBIs with a .275 batting average. George Springer leads the team with 10 homers and 31 RBIs. Jose Berrios will make his 15th start of the season, with a 2-2 record and a 3.38 ERA. The team has won in each of his last three starts. With a power ranking of 3, Toronto is ranked 13th in offense, 17th in defense, and are currently 38-31 this season.

Philadelphia Phillies Analysis

The Philadelphia Phillies faced a tough stretch early in June, dropping five consecutive games, but have since rebounded with wins against the Cubs and a strong performance in the current series. Despite being second in the NL East, they are 4.5 games behind the Mets. Kyle Schwarber, who recently hit a three-run home run, has been a standout player since joining the team, with 22 home runs this season. Trea Turner and Alec Bohm have also contributed to the team's offense. Zack Wheeler, the ace of the rotation, recently recorded his 1,000th strikeout and boasts a 6-2 record with a 2.85 ERA. The Phillies rank 8th in offense, 19th in defense, have a 40-29 record, and recently won 2 out of 3 games against Toronto.

Blue Jays Expected to Continue Dominant Streak Against Slumping Phillies

In this upcoming matchup, two competitive teams will be facing off with their top pitchers on the mound. Berrios, who recently delivered an outstanding performance against the Phillies, only allowing one earned run and four hits in a decisive win for Toronto. Meanwhile, Wheeler, the ace pitcher for the Phillies, has struggled in recent games, surrendering six earned runs in just 5.1 innings against Atlanta. Philadelphia is currently facing challenges with key players out of the lineup, such as Bryce Harper, and lacks power hitters aside from Schwarber. On the other hand, Toronto has demonstrated strong performances, winning seven of their last nine games. Considering these factors, it is likely that the Blue Jays will maintain their momentum and secure a victory in this matchup. It is advisable to place your bet on the Blue Jays for this game.

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