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Blue Jays to Face Nationals in Interleague Series Showdown as Gausman Takes the Mound

On Saturday afternoon, the Toronto Blue Jays and the Washington Nationals will continue a three-game interleague series. The Blue Jays (15-17) will have Kevin Gausman on the mound, while the Nationals (15-16) will start Jake Irvin. The Blue Jays were victorious in two out of three games against the Nationals last season. Gausman has an ERA of 4.5, and Irvin has an ERA of 4.28. Toronto opened as the betting favorite at -167, and the line has remained steady leading up to the game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blue Jays -167 | Nationals +145
• Spread: Blue Jays -1.5 (+100) | Nationals +1.5 (-121)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Toronto will win straight-up is 63%.

Toronto vs Washington Stats

Toronto Blue Jays

Kevin Gausman will be starting for the Blue Jays on Saturday after a strong performance in his last outing against the Dodgers. Despite a shaky start to the season, Gausman has been on a roll recently, allowing only two runs in his last three games. He will be facing the Nationals, a team he has struggled against in the past. The Blue Jays have been struggling offensively, scoring only eight runs in their recent series. Justin Turner has been a standout hitter for the Jays with a .298 average and 15 RBIs. Overall, Toronto is currently ranked 28th in offense, 20th in defense, and has a 15-17 record for the season.

Washington Nationals Analysis

The Washington Nationals will have Jake Irvin on the mound for their upcoming game. Irvin has been performing well, with strong outings in his last few games and an improved ERA. The Nationals are feeling confident after a recent sweep against the Marlins and winning three of their last four series. CJ Abrams is having a breakout season, with impressive stats and recent success at the plate. The team is currently averaging 3.84 runs per game and has a power ranking of 17. Toronto recently went 1-2 against Washington in their last three matchups.

Toronto Blue Jays Struggling on the Road While Washington Nationals Show Strong Form

The Toronto Blue Jays have encountered difficulties while playing away, as evidenced by their 1-4 record in the last five games. Additionally, leading up to Friday night, they have suffered defeats in seven of their last nine matches. In contrast, the Washington Nationals are performing admirably, securing victories in five of their last seven outings. Despite Kevin Gausman's consistent performance, the team has struggled to secure wins when he is the starting pitcher, losing four out of his last five starts. Gausman has historically struggled against the Nationals with a disappointing 4.83 ERA. On the other hand, Nationals' pitcher Jake Irvin has been exceptional, only conceding two or fewer runs in three of his last four starts.

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