Baltimore Orioles Favored to Defeat Toronto Blue Jays in Rain-Postponed Makeup Game at Camden Yards
On Monday evening, the Toronto Blue Jays (48-56, 5th in AL East) will face off against the Baltimore Orioles (61-43, 1st in AL East) in the second game of their four-game
Game outlook
On Monday evening, the Toronto Blue Jays (48-56, 5th in AL East) will face off against the Baltimore Orioles (61-43, 1st in AL East) in the second game of their four-game series at Camden Yards. The game is a makeup from a rain-postponed contest originally scheduled for May 14. Blue Jays veteran Chris Bassitt (8-9, 3.78 ERA) will take the mound against Orioles righty Corbin Burnes (10-4, 2.45 ERA). The Blue Jays split their last series with the Orioles earlier this season. The game is set for 6:35 PM Eastern time, with Bowden Francis and Cade Povich as the starting pitchers. Baltimore is the favorite with the current line at -163.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blue Jays +145 | Orioles -163
Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-140) | Orioles -1.5 (+124)
Total: Over/Under 9.25 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Baltimore will win straight-up is 62%.
Toronto Blue Jays
The Toronto Blue Jays have recently seen success, winning two of their last three games, including a 7-3 victory over the Rangers. Starter Kevin Gausman had a strong performance, giving up only four hits and three runs to achieve his third career complete game and ninth win of the season. Left fielder Daulton Varsho's home run and four RBIs powered the team to victory, while first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. contributed with three hits and three runs. The team's offense has been performing well, scoring six runs or more in three of their last four games. Blue Jays manager John Schneider praised Gausman's execution and performance, highlighting his potential as a Cy Young Award candidate. However, key players like Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Bo Bichette remain on the injured list. In terms of overall performance, the Blue Jays are ranked 25th in offense, 26th in defense, and currently have a record of 49-55 this season, with a power ranking of 28.