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Blue Jays Favored to Win as they Face Off Against the Angels: Preview and Prediction for upcoming game

This article provides a preview of the upcoming game between the Los Angeles Angels and the Toronto Blue Jays. Both teams are coming off recent series with mixed results. The Angels lost their previous game against the Braves, while the Blue Jays secured a win against the Yankees. The Angels are looking to build on their previous series win against the Blue Jays earlier in the season. Kyle Hendricks will start for the Angels, while Eric Lauer will take the mound for the Blue Jays. Toronto is currently favored to win with a betting line of -158. Stay tuned for our Angels vs. Blue Jays prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Angels +140 | Blue Jays -158
• Spread: Angels +1.5 (-140) | Blue Jays -1.5 (+120)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 61%.

Los Angeles vs Toronto Stats

Los Angeles Angels

The Los Angeles Angels have been inconsistent in their last six games, alternating wins and losses. They were routed by the Braves in the middle game of their recent interleague series. Currently standing at 42-43, they are tied for third in the AL West, 9.5 games behind the Astros. In their recent game against Atlanta, the Angels had seven hits with Jorge Soler hitting his ninth home run. Pitcher Yusei Kikuchi had a solid performance, but the Angels ultimately lost. Kyle Hendricks will start the next game for the Angels, with a record of 5-6 and a 4.66 ERA. The Angels are ranked 16th in offense, 24th in defense, and have a record of 43-43 this season.

Toronto Blue Jays Analysis

The Toronto Blue Jays won their fourth straight game and sixth in the last seven, recovering after blowing an eight-run lead to beat the Yankees for the third straight game on Wednesday night. Toronto is currently tied for the top spot in the AL East with the Yankees with a record of 48-38. In their latest victory against New York, the Blue Jays had a strong offensive performance with multiple players contributing hits and runs. Davis Schneider and Addison Barger each hit home runs in the win. Pitcher Jose Berrios started the game but did not factor in the decision, with Yimi Garcia ultimately earning the win despite blowing the save. Eric Lauer gets the start for the Blue Jays in the upcoming game. The team has a power ranking of 15, ranking 12th in offense and 21st in defense, with an overall record of 49-38. Toronto has been successful in recent matchups against Los Angeles, winning two out of three games.

Blue Jays Favored Over Inconsistent Angels Pitching

Hendricks has seen success in his recent outings, with a 3-0 record in his last six starts. However, the Angels have struggled in preventing runs, particularly on away games. With Hendricks being a finesse pitcher who relies on contact, facing a Toronto team that has been powerful offensively in June with a .266/.329/.406 slash line could present challenges. The Blue Jays have scored 23 runs in their first two games in July and appear to be in top form. For these reasons, it is recommended to support the Toronto team in this upcoming game as they aim to secure an early lead in the series.

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