New York Mets vs Toronto Blue Jays Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The New York Mets are set to face off against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre, with Paul Blackburn projected to start for the Mets and Chris Bassitt for the Blue Jays. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:07 PM EST. Despite being the favorite with opening odds of -112, the betting line remains unchanged.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Mets -112 | Blue Jays +102

Spread: Mets -1.25 (+126) | Blue Jays +1.25 (-154)

Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 53%.

New York Mets

The New York Mets are set to face off against their opponent with Paul Blackburn expected to start on the mound. Blackburn has had a mixed season, with a record of 5-4 and a 4.66 ERA. Despite his struggles, the Mets have been strong on offense this season, ranking in the top 10 in various offensive categories. Their pitching staff has also been solid, ranking in the top 10 in hits allowed and strikeouts. New York is currently in a tight race for a wild-card spot and will need to continue their strong performance to secure a playoff spot. They have a power ranking of 4 and are ranked 7 in offense, 16 in defense, and have a record of 78-64 this season.

Toronto Blue Jays Analysis

The Toronto Blue Jays are set to face off against the New York Yankees, with Chris Bassitt expected to pitch for the Jays. Despite a record of 9-13 and a 4.30 ERA this season, Bassitt has shown potential in previous starts. The Blue Jays have struggled offensively, ranking near the bottom of the league in various categories. Their pitching staff has also underperformed, leading to a last-place standing in the AL East and unlikely playoff hopes. The Yankees, on the other hand, have dominated recent matchups against Toronto and have a higher power ranking of 2.