Cincinnati Reds vs Toronto Blue Jays Predictions Today: Nick Lodolo vs Jose Soriano
The Toronto Blue Jays will beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-3 in a narrow forecast built on Toronto’s lower season runs-allowed average and José Soriano’s stronger ERA, if he starts. Toronto’s recent struggles and unsettled pitching assignment keep confidence low. Neither the supplied run-line prices nor the 7.5-run total offers a persuasive betting edge, making the official recommendation Pass.
Cincinnati Reds vs Toronto Blue Jays prediction and best bet
Toronto gets the nod because its season run prevention gives it the stronger foundation for a close game. The Blue Jays allow 4.30 runs per game compared with Cincinnati’s 5.12. Covers also lists a potential starting-pitcher advantage: Soriano’s 3.72 ERA against Nick Lodolo’s official 5.04 mark.
That advantage comes with a significant qualification. Baseball Savant lists Toronto’s starter as to be announced, so Soriano’s involvement remains provisional. Toronto has also gone 3-7 over its last 10 games, and his recent numbers are less convincing than his season line. The forecast is Toronto Blue Jays 4, Cincinnati Reds 3, with low confidence. Best bet: Pass.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Cincinnati Reds at Toronto Blue Jays, 2026 MLB season.
Time: Friday, September 25, 2026, at 7:07 p.m. ET.
Venue: Rogers Centre.
Records: Cincinnati 74-85, 4-6 in its last 10; Toronto 77-82, 3-7 in its last 10.
Probable starters: Cincinnati lists left-hander Nick Lodolo. Covers names right-hander José Soriano for Toronto; Baseball Savant lists the assignment as to be announced.
SportsJaw moneyline: Cincinnati +116; Toronto -136. Run line: Cincinnati +1.5 (-210); Toronto -1.5 (+170). Total: Over 7.5 (-115); Under 7.5 (-105).