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Dodgers Favored in Matchup Against Blue Jays Despite Bullpen Struggles - MLB Prediction for Saturday's Game

On Saturday, August 9, the Toronto Blue Jays will face off against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California as part of their three-game series. Our Blue Jays vs. Dodgers prediction is ready to provide you with insights for this interleague matchup. The game is scheduled to begin at 9:10 PM ET. Stay tuned for one of our MLB picks for Saturday's card.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays +140 | Dodgers -165
• Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-150) | Dodgers -1.5 (+124)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 62%.

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays bounced back from a rough stretch with an impressive three-game sweep of the Colorado Rockies, scoring 45 runs while only allowing six. This victory helped them maintain their position at the top of the AL East with the best record in the American League. Chris Bassitt is set to start on Saturday night against the Dodgers, coming off a strong performance in his last outing. Despite his past struggles against the Dodgers, the Blue Jays will look to continue their winning ways behind his pitching.

Los Angeles Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers have experienced a slight decline in performance since the All-Star break, with a record of 8-10 during this time. However, they have managed to win two out of their last three series against the Cincinnati Reds and the Tampa Bay Rays, but lost two out of three games against the St. Louis Cardinals. In their previous nine games, the Dodgers have scored 37 runs while giving up 29 runs. As of Friday morning, they are leading the NL West, two games ahead of the San Diego Padres. Blake Snell is expected to start on Saturday night, with a record of 1-1, a 3.21 ERA, and a 1.64 WHIP in three starts this season. After returning from a shoulder injury last Saturday, Snell pitched five innings in a 4-0 loss against the Rays. In his career, Snell has a record of 4-4 with a 2.55 ERA and a 1.23 WHIP in 15 starts against the Blue Jays. He previously faced Toronto in 2024 and threw five scoreless innings, allowing just one hit and three walks. The current Blue Jays lineup is 10-for-39 with two doubles against Snell.

Dodgers Favored in Matchup Against Blue Jays Despite Bullpen Struggles

Chris Bassitt had a strong performance in his last outing, although he struggled in a recent game against the Orioles, allowing six earned runs in just 2.1 innings. The Dodgers have historically performed well against Bassitt, making them the favored team in this matchup. While Blake Snell is still working on regaining his top form, the Blue Jays have been successful against left-handed pitchers lately. Despite this, Snell has a good track record against the Blue Jays, giving confidence that he will perform well and pitch effectively. Both teams have experienced inconsistencies in their respective bullpens, with the Dodgers showing signs of improvement while the Blue Jays have struggled recently. These trends suggest that the Dodgers may have an advantage when it comes to bullpen performance in this game.

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