Top-tier handicappers are looking for an exciting break as the Toronto Blue Jays (68-75) play the Atlanta Braves (77-65) this Sunday, October 15. The match offers a hostile environment. BSSE, ESPN, and MLB.TV will all screen live, and fans of those teams will not have to miss out on this highly awaited encounter. This match promises to be interesting not only in terms of the level of play but also in the tactical complexity, and it will undoubtedly please baseball fans across the country.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Atlanta Braves 9/8/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Sunday, September 8, 2024, at 1:35 PM ET |
| Where: | Truist Park |
| Watch: | BSSE, ESPN, MLB.TV |
| Blue Jays odds: | +230 Moneyline |
| Braves odds: | -278 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 8 |
Toronto Blue Jays (68-75) vs. Atlanta Braves (77-65)
Toronto Blue Jays have recorded a rather mediocre season record. However, they have shone brightly in some circumstances, especially during the interleague competition with the Atlanta Braves. The offense is batting at .241 this season and has connected on 145 home runs, meaning a better performance is still hiding somewhere, and the pitching unit, who holds a 4.36 earned run average, is still yet to find their rhythm. The recent games have been a mixed bag for Toronto; they snatched a victory against Atlanta with a 9-5 score but suffered losses in their previous outings against Philadelphia and Minnesota.
| Toronto Blue Jays Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 7, 2024 | ATL | 9-5 | Win |
| Sep 6, 2024 | ATL | 1-3 | Lose |
| Sep 4, 2024 | PHI | 2-4 | Lose |
| Sep 3, 2024 | PHI | 9-10 | Lose |
| Sep 1, 2024 | MIN | 3-4 | Lose |
Within the corresponding span, the Atlanta Braves, in close vicinity regarding batting average and runs, have utilized their slugging capability, with the team having hit 181 home runs this season. Esteemed above all other pitching staffs, their earned run average has been pegged at 3.54, with relative success at home. Atlanta’s recent games reflect a solid form, securing wins over Colorado and Toronto despite a stumble against Toronto in their latest game.
| Atlanta Braves Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 7, 2024 | TOR | 5-9 | Lose |
| Sep 6, 2024 | TOR | 3-1 | Win |
| Sep 5, 2024 | COL | 1-3 | Lose |
| Sep 4, 2024 | COL | 5-2 | Win |
| Sep 3, 2024 | COL | 3-0 | Win |
Yariel Rodriguez (1-6, 4.61 ERA) vs. Chris Sale (16-3, 2.46 ERA)
Yariel Rodriguez steps to the mound after a cruel season that he would like to forget quickly. Rodriguez’s stats show a record of 4-6 with a 4.61 ERA, which does not help his quest. This particular skill may be useful in this game, as do allowing too many hits and giving up home runs, especially against a powerful hitting team like the Braves. It will be crucial for him in this game because the Blue Jays are looking to extend the streak against Atlanta they have built up in recent games.
On the other hand, it has been more than an exceptional season for Chris Sale, who holds a record of 16-3 with an impressive 2.46 ERA. His 206 strikeouts in just 160.2 innings pitched is precisely how one says this is a pitcher in form. They sure could do with Sale’s brilliant all-round showing, particularly at home, as they try to rectify their poor record to the Raptors within their last five games with them.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Atlanta Braves -1.5 (-128), Total Odds: 8
Current betting trends lean slightly towards an underdog surprise, given the Blue Jays’ remarkable 10-1 record in their last 11 games against the Braves. However, the odds favor the Braves, reflecting their overall stronger season performance and home-field advantage.
Toronto Blue Jays Betting Trends
Despite their poor SU record in recent games, the Blue Jays have consistently outperformed expectations against Atlanta, especially on the road. This peculiar trend might intrigue bettors looking for value in underdog bets.
Atlanta Braves Betting Trends
Atlanta’s strong showing in recent games, particularly their capacity to keep games low-scoring at home, suggests a propensity for the total going UNDER, as reflected in their last 11 home games.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Atlanta Braves 9/8/24 Betting Picks
Considering how the two teams compare and how the trends have developed, this matchup is bound to be close thanks to Chris Sale’s impressive pitching for the Braves and the historical tendencies of the underdogs, the Blue Jays. Given an impressive home record of the Braves and how the Blue Jays win unexpected games against Atlanta, bettors must proceed with limitations.
Due to the past performances of both clubs and their recent scoring, it would be best to wager on the under in total runs. Make sure also to add this to your daily MLB free previews. This game could go either way, but leaning towards a low-scoring affair seems prudent.