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Blue Jays set to take on Red Sox at Fenway Park with Berrios and Pivetta as starting pitchers

The Toronto Blue Jays will face off against the Boston Red Sox on Monday night at Fenway Park in the first game of a three-game series. Starting pitchers Jose Berrios for the Blue Jays and Nick Pivetta for the Red Sox will take the mound. The game is set to begin at 7:10 PM ET, with Boston opening as the home favorite with odds of -157, which have remained unchanged. Berrios boasts an ERA of 3.79, while Pivetta comes in with an ERA of 4.7.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays +144 | Red Sox -157
• Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-145) | Red Sox -1.5 (+125)
• Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 61%.

Toronto vs Boston Stats

Toronto Blue Jays

Jose Berrios will be starting the first game of the road series against the Red Sox after earning a win in his last outing against the Reds. He pitched seven innings, allowing two runs on six hits and struck out seven batters. Berrios has won three straight starts and four of his last five appearances, with a 2.72 ERA over 33 innings in that span. Overall, he holds a 3.79 ERA with a 1.17 WHIP and has 123 strikeouts to 46 walks in 156.2 innings this season. Meanwhile, Daulton Varsho extended his on-base streak to 22 games with an infield hit on Saturday, providing one of the few bright spots in a disappointing second half for the Blue Jays. The team currently sits in last place in the competitive American League East and made several changes at the deadline, potentially indicating a rebuild in the future. The Blue Jays have a power ranking of 13 and are ranked 20th in offense, scoring an average of 4.20 runs per game, 26th in defense, allowing 4.79 runs per game, and hold a 60-68 record this season.

Boston Red Sox Analysis

The Boston Red Sox will be starting Nick Pivetta in the first game of their upcoming set, despite recent struggles. Pivetta has allowed multiple home runs in five straight starts, with a 4.70 ERA and 1.16 WHIP for the season. Despite these issues, the team is expecting outfielder Tyler O'Neill to play in the upcoming game after missing the last three due to a swollen finger. In terms of power ranking, the Red Sox are currently ranked 17th, with a strong offense ranked 4th, but a weaker defense ranked 25th, and an overall record of 67-59. Toronto has recently had success against Boston, winning two out of their last three matchups.

Jose Berrios to Lead Toronto Blue Jays Against Boston Red Sox in Key Road Series Opener

Jose Berrios will be the starting pitcher for the opening game of the upcoming road series against the Boston Red Sox. In his latest performance, he secured a victory against the Cincinnati Reds by allowing only two runs on six hits and two walks over seven innings. With seven strikeouts in the game, Berrios has consistently demonstrated his value as a key player for the Toronto Blue Jays this season. Following the trade of Yusei Kikuchi at the deadline, the team's chances of making the playoffs appear slim unless they embark on a remarkable winning streak. Meanwhile, the Boston Red Sox remain in contention for a wild-card spot, underscoring the importance of every victory moving forward. Considering these factors, I predict a successful outing for Berrios and the Blue Jays in the upcoming game against Boston on the road.

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