Toronto Blue Jays vs. Oakland Athletics 6/7/24 – As we approach a mid-season clash that sports enthusiasts and bettors alike eagerly anticipate, the Toronto Blue Jays and the Oakland Athletics prepare to face off in what promises to be a riveting matchup. The Blue Jays, with a slightly under .500 record of 28-31, are looking to climb back to a more dominant standing, while the Athletics sit at 24-37, hoping to turn their fortunes around. Set to take place at the Oakland Coliseum, this game is a significant one for both teams as they navigate through their season’s challenges. Fans and bettors can catch this game live on MLBN or stream it on MLB.TV, making it accessible to a wide audience through premier online sportsbooks.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Oakland Athletics 6/7/24
| When: | Friday, June 7, 2024 at 9:40 PM ET |
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| Where: | Oakland Coliseum |
| TV: | MLBN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Oakland Athletics 6/7/24
| Team | RL | TOTAL | ML | |
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| Blue Jays | TBD | TBD | TBD |  |
| Athletics | TBD | TBD | TBD | |
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Currently, the betting odds for this game are yet to be announced, but the trends and statistics suggest it will be a closely contested affair. Bettors should keep an eye on updates as game day approaches and consider the historical performance and current season statistics of both teams when placing their bets.
Chris Bassitt (6-6, 4.13 ERA) vs. Hogan Harris (0-0, 3.14 ERA)
Starting pitcher Chris Bassitt of the Blue Jays is not at his best as he comes with a nondescript season record. Looking at Bassitt’s performance in the season, he stands with a win-loss record of 6-6 with ERA of 4.13 which can be rated as mixed in some aspects, but with the flexibility of 63 strike outs and 26 walks in 65.1 innings pitched, he can be rated high. He gives up a high amount of hits and home runs but due to the experience he can look to dominate through the Athletics lineup.
Contrary to this, Hogan Harris plays a very appealing option for the Athletics. Despite having been called up recently for his rookie season, Harris has only 14.1 innings pitched this season; however, he has a decent 3.14 ERA and 1.26 WHIP meaning he does a good job controlling hits and walks on the field. His strikeouts are 15, while the home runs given up are 2, as such, his performance will be important especially with the challenging Blue Jays’ hitters to contend with.
A Closer Look at the Blue Jays’ Offensive Prowess
The Toronto Blue Jays’ team stats reveal a mixed bag of offensive capabilities. With a batting average of .234 and a slugging percentage of .372, they have been moderately successful in turning hits into runs. The Blue Jays have tallied 233 runs and 51 home runs this season, powered by their reasonable .312 on-base percentage. While their power hitting isn’t the most intimidating, their ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities could be a key factor against the Athletics’ pitching staff.
Analyzing the Athletics’ Defensive and Offensive Balance
The Oakland Athletics, despite their less favorable win-loss record, hold a comparable batting profile with a .223 average and a slightly better slugging percentage of .383, indicating a knack for more impactful hits, given their 73 home runs. Their on-base percentage sits at .296, which is lower than the Blue Jays’, suggesting fewer overall opportunities to score runs. Defensively, with an ERA of 4.28 and a WHIP of 1.33, they closely match Toronto’s pitching, making the defensive game potentially tight and competitive.
Trends
Toronto Blue Jays Betting Trends
Blue Jays are 3-2 in their last 5 games.
Toronto Blue Jays are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Blue Jays are 16-15 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Blue Jays’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 12 of Blue Jays’ 28 last games at home
Oakland Athletics Betting Trends
Athletics are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Oakland Athletics are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Athletics are 16-16 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Athletics’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 15 of Athletics’ 29 last games at home
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Oakland Athletics Betting Picks
Considering the current dynamics and recent performances, this matchup presents several intriguing betting angles. While both teams have shown vulnerabilities, the Blue Jays’ slightly better overall performance and depth might give them the edge. For those looking at prop bets, considering players who are likely to hit home runs or tally RBIs could be profitable, especially given the sluggers in both lineups.
Given both teams’ recent OVER trends and the starting pitchers’ susceptibility to allowing runs, betting on a higher total might be wise. Thus, our MLB winning free picks lean towards a high-scoring game, favoring the Blue Jays to exploit the Athletics’ inconsistencies.
Score Prediction: Blue Jays 6, Athletics 4.
