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Toronto Blue Jays Favored to Win Against Kansas City Royals in Third Game of Series at Kauffman Stadium

The Toronto Blue Jays will face the Kansas City Royals in the third game of their four-game series on Wednesday night at Kauffman Stadium. Yariel Rodriguez will start for the Blue Jays with a 2.35 ERA, while Alec Marsh will pitch for the Royals with a 3.22 ERA. Toronto, with a 9-1 record in their last 10 games against Kansas City, is the betting favorite to win this matchup. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:40 PM. ET.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays -120 | Royals +107
• Spread: Blue Jays -1.5 (+135) | Royals +1.5 (-155)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 55%.

Toronto vs Kansas City Stats

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have been on a winning streak, winning their last four series. They are currently third in the AL East, 2.5 games behind Baltimore. Toronto will be looking to cut into the Orioles' lead with a win on Wednesday. The team is averaging 3.96 runs per game, with a .233 batting average ranking 21st in the league. Justin Turner leads the team with a .299 batting average, while Daulton Varsho leads in home runs and RBI. The pitching has struggled, giving up 4.22 runs per game with a .249 batting average against opponents. Rodriguez had a strong performance in his last start, and Toronto will need a similar effort from him to secure a win. The team is ranked 20th in power rankings, 21st in offense, and 17th in defense, with a record of 13-11 this season.

Kansas City Royals Analysis

The Kansas City Royals recently suffered a series loss to Baltimore following a series win over the White Sox. Heading into Wednesday's game, the team will be looking to avoid another series loss. Offensively, the Royals are averaging 4.83 runs per game with a batting average of .237, ranking 19th in the league. Salvador Perez has been a standout player, leading the team in batting average, home runs, and RBI. On the defensive side, the Royals have been solid, giving up 3.22 runs per game with a .241 opponents' batting average. In their last game, pitcher Marsh delivered a strong performance, pitching 5.2 innings without allowing any runs. The team will be counting on him for another solid start in the upcoming game. Additionally, the Royals currently hold a power ranking of 5 and rank #11 in offense and #1 in defense, with an overall record of 14-10.

Toronto Blue Jays Expected to Dominate Kansas City Royals in upcoming Game

The Toronto Blue Jays have been on a strong offensive streak, winning three of their last five games and scoring at least five runs in four of their last six matchups. Their success at the plate is expected to continue in their upcoming game, especially against right-handed pitcher Marsh, who has struggled on the mound recently, allowing seven runs in his last three starts. Although Marsh gave up only one run in four innings against the Blue Jays last season, their offense is predicted to exploit Kansas City's struggling bullpen.

On the other hand, the Kansas City Royals have lost four of their last five games and have been struggling offensively, scoring just 10 runs in their last three home games. Their offensive woes are likely to persist in the upcoming game, facing Blue Jays pitcher Rodriguez, who has performed well on the mound, giving up only two runs in his two starts. With Rodriguez expected to stifle Kansas City's offense, it is recommended to bet on Toronto covering the money line.

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