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Blue Jays Look to Maintain Division Lead as Twins Struggle in Series Finale

In this Twins at Blue Jays prediction, the Twins and Blue Jays are set to wrap up their three-game series in Toronto on Wednesday night. The Twins are struggling after making key trades at the deadline, while the Blue Jays are leading the AL East Division and looking strong for a playoff run. The pitching matchup features Twins' Zebby Matthews and Blue Jays' Eric Lauer. Be sure to read on for more details and tips to enhance your betting strategy.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Twins +160 | Blue Jays -180
• Spread: Twins +1.5 (-135) | Blue Jays -1.5 (+115)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 64%.

Minnesota Twins

The Minnesota Twins have made significant changes to their roster, focusing on prospects and future assets after trading away key players including Carlos Correa. The team is currently on a three-game losing streak and is just ahead of the last-place White Sox in the AL Central. In Monday night's game against the Blue Jays, starter Joe Ryan struggled, allowing six runs over five innings in a 10-4 loss. Rightfielder Matt Wallner had a strong offensive performance with two home runs and three RBI. The Twins are now 59-72 heading into their next game against the Jays, with Zebby Matthews scheduled to start. Matthews has a 5.30 ERA and a 1.52 WHIP this season, with limited success in his previous starts. The team is also dealing with several key injuries to their pitching staff.

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays are currently leading the American League East division as they head into September. They have won three of their last five games, including a 10-4 victory over the Twins in their most recent matchup. Starter Max Scherzer has been performing well, winning his third straight start with strong offensive support. Second baseman Andre Gimenez had a standout performance in the win, going 2-for-3 with a home run and three runs scored. The Blue Jays hold a five-game lead over the Red Sox and will be sending out lefty Eric Lauer for the series finale against the Twins. Lauer has an impressive record this season and the team has won four of his last five starts. Several key players are currently out due to injuries, including Alek Manoah and Anthony Santander.

Blue Jays Soaring, Twins Faltering in Home Stretch of Baseball Season

The Blue Jays and Twins are currently experiencing diverging trajectories as the baseball season nears its conclusion. Over the past few weeks, the Blue Jays have demonstrated strong performance with four wins in the last five starts by Lauer. On the other hand, the Twins have struggled, losing three of Matthews' last five starts, particularly evident by his road ERA approaching six. Conversely, Lauer boasts an impressive ERA of under 2.50 when playing at home this season.

Furthermore, the Twins have encountered difficulties facing left-handed pitchers, evidenced by their collective .229 batting average against southpaws. In contrast, the Blue Jays exhibit exceptional offensive prowess at Rogers Center in Toronto, hitting .267 as a team and boasting a .427 slugging percentage. With a remarkable 22-game advantage at home, the Jays present a strong case for a favorable money line wager.

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