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Oakland Athletics Favored to Win Against Toronto Blue Jays with Osvaldo Bido Set to Start

The Oakland Athletics will be facing off against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre, with Osvaldo Bido set to start on the mound for the Athletics and Yariel Rodriguez expected to start for the Blue Jays. The first pitch is scheduled for 3:07 PM EST. Toronto is the favored team with a -135 betting line that has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Athletics +124 | Blue Jays -135
• Spread: Athletics +1.5 (-164) | Blue Jays -1.5 (+146)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 57%.

Oakland vs Toronto Stats

Oakland Athletics

Before the results of their Friday night contest, it was reported that Osvaldo Bido was expected to pitch for the Jays. In his last start, he went six innings, giving up six hits, three walks, two earned runs, and striking out six in a loss against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Bido currently holds a record of 2-3 with a 4.64 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, and a 34/18 K/BB ratio in four starts and 10 total appearances, with opposing batters hitting .233 against him. The Oakland Athletics have struggled offensively this season, ranking in the bottom 10 of the league in various offensive categories. On the pitching side, the Athletics' staff has also underperformed, ranking in the bottom 10 in several pitching statistics. With a power ranking of 8, Oakland is currently ranked 25th in offense, 22nd in defense, and has a 48-68 record this season. It is unlikely that Oakland will make the playoffs.

Toronto Blue Jays Analysis

The Toronto Blue Jays recently played a game with Yariel Rodriguez on the mound. Rodriguez has a 1-4 record with a 3.86 ERA this season and has been performing well against opposing batters. However, the Blue Jays have struggled on offense and their pitching staff has been poor, resulting in a last place standing in the AL East. They have a power ranking of 29 and are ranked 24th in offense and 27th in defense. The team has an overall record of 53-62 and Oakland has recently won 2 out of 3 matchups against them.

Osvaldo Bido Leads Oakland Athletics as Favorite in Matchup Against Toronto Blue Jays

Osvaldo Bido is projected to be the starting pitcher for Oakland in the upcoming game. In his four starts and 10 total appearances, he has displayed a respectable performance. Bido has held opposing batters to a .233 batting average. The Athletics have demonstrated strong power at the plate, ranking among the top five teams in the league for home runs. Conversely, the Blue Jays have struggled offensively this season, ranking in the bottom 10 in several key offensive categories. Considering these factors, Oakland appears to be a favorable underdog pick for this matchup and is expected to emerge victorious. It is recommended to place a wager on Oakland to win the game based on the money line.

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