Toronto Blue Jays vs Philadelphia Phillies Betting Picks & Predictions
In this article, we provide a prediction for the middle game of an interleague series between the Blue Jays and Phillies in Philadelphia. Both teams are coming off wins in
Game outlook
In this article, we provide a prediction for the middle game of an interleague series between the Blue Jays and Phillies in Philadelphia. Both teams are coming off wins in their previous series, with Toronto sweeping St. Louis and Philadelphia defeating the Cubs. Bowden Francis will start for the Blue Jays and Cristopher Sanchez will start for the Phillies. Philadelphia is favored to win, with the betting line opening at -155 and remaining unchanged. This article was written before the conclusion of the series opener. Stay tuned for more updates from MLB cappers.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blue Jays +139 | Phillies -155
Spread: Blue Jays +1.5 (-150) | Phillies -1.5 (+130)
Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Philadelphia will win straight-up is 61%.
Toronto Blue Jays
The Toronto Blue Jays recently swept St. Louis on the road, earning their 12th win in 14 games. They currently have a record of 38-30 and are second in the AL East, trailing the Yankees by 4.5 games. In their last game against St. Louis, Toronto had 10 hits, with Ernie Clement leading the team with three. The Blue Jays struggled with runners in scoring position, going two for 10 in that situation. Eric Lauer pitched 4.1 innings, allowing two runs, while Spencer Turnbull earned the win by throwing two scoreless innings. Yariel Rodriguez closed the game for his first save of the season. Bowden Francis will make his 14th start of the season for the Blue Jays, entering the game with a 2-8 record and a 6.13 ERA. Toronto is ranked 14th in offense, averaging 4.34 runs per game, and 19th in defense, allowing 4.33 runs per game.