Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox 8/5/2023 Forecast, Picks and Tips

Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox 8/5/2023 – The Toronto Blue Jays are gearing up for a pivotal three-game series against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. This highly anticipated matchup comes after a tough 6-1 loss to the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday, which left the Blue Jays with a 60-50 record. Toronto’s recent performance against the Orioles saw them drop two out of the three games in the series, with the Thursday finale ending in a disappointing five-run deficit. The Boston Red Sox will be winning this game as per the best baseball betting odds.

Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox 8/5/2023

Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox 8/5/2023

Team	RL	TOTAL	ML
Blue Jays	+1.5 -180	o9.5 -110	+112
Red Sox	-1.5 +160	u9.5 -110	-122

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Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays are facing a challenging phase as they recently dropped to a 60-50 record, losing four out of their last five games. Currently sitting 7 ½ games behind the first-place Baltimore Orioles in the American League East, the team is determined to overcome its struggles.

Injuries have taken a toll on their lineup, with Bo Bichette on the 10-day injured list. However, the presence of standout players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Whit Merrifield provides a glimmer of hope.

The Toronto Blue Jays had a tough series against the Baltimore Orioles earlier this week. Falling 4-2 and 13-3 in the first two games, they managed to salvage a 4-1 victory in the third game. George Springer played a crucial role in the lone victory, contributing with an RBI and a run. However, the team was outplayed in the last game, suffering a disappointing 6-1 loss and getting out-hit 15-5. Notably, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. remained a standout performer, delivering the sole RBI, while Whit Merrifield added two hits to his name.

Adding to their struggles is the absence of Bo Bichette, who is currently on the 10-day injured list. Despite this setback, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has stepped up as a leader, leading the team with a .265 batting average, 17 home runs, and 67 RBIs.

James Paxton to Start for Boston

One of the significant challenges the Blue Jays face is in the pitching department. James Paxton, who has been given the starter’s job for the upcoming game, has had a rough season so far. With a 2-8 record and a 5.87 ERA in 17 starts, Paxton’s performance has not met the desired standards. His last seven starts have been particularly disappointing, with a 1-4 record and a 7.27 ERA, giving up 21 earned runs in 26.0 innings.

In contrast, the team will be relying on Jose Berrios, who boasts an 8-7 record, a 3.31 ERA, and 123 strikeouts. Berrios’ impressive numbers provide hope for the Blue Jays to regain their momentum and turn their fortunes around in the upcoming games.

As the Toronto Blue Jays prepare to face the Baltimore Orioles once again, they find themselves in a pivotal position to turn the tide. With injuries affecting their lineup and pitching struggles to address, the team’s resilience will be tested. Facing a formidable Orioles team, the Blue Jays will need all hands on deck to secure a crucial victory and narrow the gap in the American League East.

Players to watch: Bo Bichette SS (GP 106, AB 449, R 50, H 144, 2B 25, 3B 1, HR 17, RBI 59, TB 222, BB 20, SO 86, SB 3, AVG 0.321, OBP 0.352, SLG 0.494, OPS 0.847, WAR 4.2, George Springer RF (GP 106, AB 419, R 58, H 103, 2B 15, 3B 1, HR 13, RBI 43, TB 159, BB 39, SO 83, SB 13, AVG 0.246, OBP 0.317, SLG 0.379, OPS 0.696, WAR 1.1

Boston Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox are coming off a 6-3 loss to the Seattle Mariners, marking their fourth defeat in the last five games. The recent series against the Mariners saw Boston claim a solitary victory with a 6-4 scoreline but stumble in the other two games, losing 6-2 and 6-3. The team’s struggles have dropped their record to 57-51, and they currently sit fourth in the American League East, trailing the first-place Baltimore Orioles by 9 ½ games.

The offensive load for Boston is carried by left fielder Masataka Yoshida, who leads the team with a .305 batting average, 113 hits, and an impressive on-base percentage of .366. Third baseman Rafael Devers has been a key power hitter for the team, boasting 25 home runs and 76 RBIs. As a collective unit, the Red Sox are batting .263 with a slugging percentage of .433.

Crucial Game for Boston

In the crucial second game of the series against the Toronto Blue Jays, the Red Sox have not yet announced their starting pitcher. However, James Paxton is set to take the mound for Boston in the Friday matchup. Paxton holds a 6-2 record this season with a respectable 3.34 ERA and 80 strikeouts in 70.0 innings pitched. Over his last seven starts, Paxton has performed well, with a 4-1 record and a 3.55 ERA, allowing 15 earned runs in 38.0 innings.

The Blue Jays, on the other hand, will be sending Jose Berrios to the mound. Berrios brings an 8-7 record, a 3.31 ERA, and 123 strikeouts to the matchup. This pitching duel promises to be a decisive factor in determining the outcome of the game, as both teams look to gain an edge over the other.

Players to watch: Rafael Devers 3B (GP 102, AB 394, R 58, H 104, 2B 23, 3B 0, HR 25, RBI 76, TB 202, BB 36, SO 87, SB 2, AVG 0.264, OBP 0.331, SLG 0.513, OPS 0.844, WAR 1.9, Justin Turner DH (GP 102, AB 391, R 66, H 112, 2B 25, 3B 0, HR 17, RBI 71, TB 188, BB 39, SO 71, SB 4, AVG 0.286, OBP 0.356, SLG 0.481, OPS 0.837, WAR 1.8

Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox Betting Numbers

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Toronto Blue Jays

The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Toronto’s last 9 games.
Toronto are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games.
Blue Jays are 1-7 SU in their last 8 games against Boston.
Toronto are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games on the road.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Toronto’s last 6 games when playing on the road against Boston.
The total has gone UNDER in 11 of Toronto’s last 13 games against an opponent in the American League.
Toronto are 4-15 SU in their last 19 games against an opponent in the American League East Division division.

Boston Red Sox

The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Boston’s last 10 games.
Boston are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games.
The total has gone OVER in 10 of Boston’s last 12 games against Toronto.
Total has gone UNDER in 6 of Boston’s last 7 games at home.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Boston’s last 6 games when playing at home against Toronto.
Boston are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games against an opponent in the American League.
Boston are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games against an opponent in the American League East Division division.