Toronto Blue Jays vs. Boston Red Sox 8/27/24 – A fascinating match is set to happen between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park this coming Tuesday night. The Blue Jays are at 65-68, and look to cash in on their recent form against the slightly superior-placed Red Sox (67-64). It promises to be a must-see game for fans and gamblers alike as it involves two teams that seek to compete towards gaining relevance in postseason baseball history. As we approach MLB’s twilight period each game turns out as if it was of playoff significance, thus making this game for premium game-day pick.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Boston Red Sox 8/27/24 Game Info |
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| When: | Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 7:10 PM ET |
| Where: | Fenway Park |
| TV: | – |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Toronto Blue Jays (65-68) vs. Boston Red Sox (67-64)
The Blue Jays enter this game with a not-so-good record, however their current form shows a team that is starting to get things together in the latter stages of the season. The batting average for Toronto stands at .240, which is not very high but does not indicate well that they can hit homers as seen by the 132 home runs they have made so far. However, their .313 on base percentage and .393 slugging percentage suggest room for improvement. This Angels-Tigers duel today could very well hinge on their ability to get on base more consistently and convert those opportunities into runs.
The Red Sox, on the other hand, are playing a little bit better for the most part this season with that record having them just beyond wild card places. Their batting line-up also is more powerfuler as it has hit .260 and boasts impressive power numbers: 164 homers, a .327 on-base percentage and a .439 slugging percentage. Their offensive output could be a critical factor in today’s Athletics vs. Reds game. Boston’s ability to capitalize on their slugging percentage could be the difference-maker.
Yariel Rodriguez (1-5, 4.40 ERA) vs. Cooper Criswell (5-4, 4.41 ERA)
Yariel Rodriguez makes his way to the hill for the Blue Jays, a record that belies his potential. In 59.1 innings, he has a 4.40 ERA and 1.33 WHIP, which are good measures of inconsistency within him. On the other hand, a pitcher who can handle pressure is indicated in his 63 strikes outs to 29 walks ratio but allowing some eight home runs may be interpreted as being sometimes not having perfect control. Thus Rodriguez will have to keep cool and handle the power hitters of Red Sox well enough.
The Red Sox can expect Cooper Criswell to come in as a counter since his ERA is almost the same as Rodriguez’s at 4.41 and WHIP of 1.34 over more innings (79.2). These numbers are similar between Rodriguez and Criswell, including both players’ troubles with home runs. Nevertheless, this season may be an advantage for Criswell due to the fact that it has been marked by important games, such as those against Blue Jays who want to return into playoff contention again.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Boston Red Sox -1.5 +133, Total Odds: Odds: 10
The odds reflect a close game, with the Red Sox slightly favored. The total set at 10 suggests that oddsmakers expect some runs, aligning with the potent batting stats both teams have posted recently.
Toronto Blue Jays Betting Trends
The Blue Jays have shown resilience on the road, with a commendable 38-26 record against the spread in away games. Their recent trend of going OVER in totals, including in three of their last five games, suggests they are part of high-scoring affairs, likely due to their ability to hit home runs even if their overall batting average is lower.
Boston Red Sox Betting Trends
The Red Sox have struggled against the spread in their recent fixtures, going 1-4 in their last five games. However, their home record against the spread is better than on the road, suggesting a comfort at Fenway Park that could play to their advantage. Like the Blue Jays, Boston also tends to be involved in higher-scoring games, with the total going OVER in three of their last five games.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Boston Red Sox 8/27/24 Betting Picks
Trends and stats show that this game should be one where a lot of runs are scored and it is difficult to predict the winner. Both teams have power but also feature pitchers who tend to allow many hits. Given the recent form of both sides and the kind of pitches seen at Fenway, it’s safe to say that OVER is very possible.
Some prop bets worth considering include those related to home run potential on both sides. On the other hand, the Red Sox are favored even though the Blue Jays appear as a strong pick due to their recent form, especially with run line giving them 1.5 runs cushion. Free MLB game picks often highlight how important momentum is which Toronto may just have more than enough of to win by a narrow margin.