| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOR | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 7.5 |
| TEX | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 13 | -127 |
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Texas Rangers favored to win against Toronto Blue Jays in upcoming series opener
The Toronto Blue Jays and Texas Rangers are set to face off in the first game of a three-game series on Tuesday night. The Blue Jays are coming off a 3-2 win against the Cardinals, while the Rangers suffered a 7-0 loss to the Mariners. Chris Bassitt will be pitching for Toronto, with Nathan Eovaldi taking the mound for Texas. The Rangers are the favorites in this matchup with the current line set at Texas -130.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Blue Jays +116 | Rangers -130
- Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-190) | Rangers -1.5 (+165)
- Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas will win straight-up is 57%.
Toronto vs Texas Stats
Toronto Blue Jays
The Toronto Blue Jays are currently in last place in the AL East with a record of 72-78 entering their upcoming game. Despite their position, the team has been performing well at the plate, ranking 15th in MLB with a .709 team OPS and averaging 4.23 runs per game. First baseman Vladimir Guerrero has been a standout player, hitting well with a .938 OPS and 28 home runs. Rookie right-hander Chris Bassitt has also been pitching decently, coming off a recent victory against the New York Mets. Overall, the Blue Jays have a power ranking of 3 and are ranked 17th in offense and 22nd in defense, with a season record of 70-78.
Texas Rangers Analysis
The Texas Rangers will not be in the playoffs this season to defend their World Series crown, currently holding a 71-79 record and sitting in third place in the AL West. The team has been struggling offensively with a .254/.304/.376 team slash line and an average of 4.15 runs per game. Third baseman Josh Smith has been a standout hitter for the team with a .261 batting average and .740 OPS. Veteran righty Nathan Eovaldi, with an 11-8 record and 3.67 ERA, will be starting the upcoming game. The Rangers have a power ranking of 20 and rank 23rd in offense, averaging 4.18 runs per game, and 20th in defense, giving up an average of 4.56 points per game. In their last three matchups, Toronto went 0-3 against Texas.
Texas Rangers poised for home victory against struggling Blue Jays, pitching and hitting stats reveal advantage
Despite both teams struggling this season, the Texas Rangers are poised to have the upper hand. Analysis of pitching road/home splits reveals a notable contrast, with Chris Bassitt boasting a 3-6 record, 3.65 ERA, and 1.38 WHIP in 66.2 innings on the road, while Nathan Eovaldi has a 7-3 record, 3.11 ERA, and .193 batting average against in 62.1 innings at Globe Life Field. Additionally, statistics show variations in hitting performance with runners on base, as the Blue Jays rank 15th in the league with a .256 team batting average in such situations, while the Rangers rank ninth with a .261 team batting average. Given these factors, it is recommended to favor the Texas Rangers for a home victory in the upcoming game to kickstart the series.
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