Looking at the MLB schedule, a very interesting fight is prepared between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Texas Rangers, both teams of which have an even standing of 72-79 as of now this season. This encounter is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 8:05 PM ET and occur at the Globe Life Field. Fans will be able to watch the game on SNET, ESPN, and MLB.TV. For those who are looking at the most optimal premium best picks, this clash offers them the chance to analyze such baseball teams that all season long were very inconsistent but had their moments of deserving illumination as well.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Texas Rangers 9/18/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 8:05 PM ET |
| Where: | Globe Life Field |
| Watch: | SNET, ESPN, MLB.TV |
| Blue Jays odds: | +118 Moneyline |
| Rangers odds: | -128 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 8 |
Toronto Blue Jays (72-79) vs. Texas Rangers (72-79)
The Toronto Blue Jays, currently standing at 72-79, have shown a mixed performance in their recent matchups. In their last five games, they secured victories against the Cardinals in three separate encounters but faltered against the Texas Rangers and New York Mets, with losses of 8-13 and 2-6 respectively. These games underscore their struggle for consistency as they oscillate between solid wins and disappointing losses.
| Toronto Blue Jays Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 17, 2024 | TEX | 8-13 | Lose |
| Sep 15, 2024 | STL | 3-2 | Win |
| Sep 14, 2024 | STL | 7-2 | Win |
| Sep 13, 2024 | STL | 4-3 | Win |
| Sep 11, 2024 | NYM | 2-6 | Lose |
On the other hand, the Texas Rangers, also with a 72-79 record, exhibit a similar inconsistency. They triumphed impressively over the Blue Jays with a 13-8 win but suffered three consecutive losses to Seattle before pulling off a narrow 5-4 victory against the same team. These outcomes highlight their resilience at home and struggle to maintain momentum, painting a picture of a formidable team at home but occasionally vulnerable.
| Texas Rangers Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 17, 2024 | TOR | 13-8 | Win |
| Sep 15, 2024 | SEA | 0-7 | Lose |
| Sep 14, 2024 | SEA | 4-5 | Lose |
| Sep 13, 2024 | SEA | 4-5 | Lose |
| Sep 12, 2024 | SEA | 5-4 | Win |
Bowden Francis (8-4, 3.5 ERA) vs. Cody Bradford (5-3, 3.97 ERA)
Bogden Francis of Toronto has a good record coming in, sporting an ERA of 3.5 and a WHIP of 0.93 over a span of 92.2 innings. Simply put, the more he’s able to contain hits and walks, the more favorable outcome the Blue Jays can expect from this match and thus he is of great importance in this particular contest. Francis will be very important this season against the Rangers, and their offense, when it gets going, is dangerous.
On the other hand, a right-handed pitcher for the Rangers, left-handed pitcher Cody Bradford is less worn out but may still strike with a good 3.97 ERA and an impressive 0.96 WHIP. There are not many pitchers in Texas who could pitch effectively without allowing base runners or walks and hits which Bradford is capable of doing. The outcome of these two will probably control the game’s speed and style of play.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Toronto Blue Jays -1.5 (+158), Total Odds: 8
Current betting insights suggest both teams have the head-to-head, with the Rangers having a slim edge in the case of moneyline but the Blue Jays are given a spread advantage. The total points proposed is 8 which relates to pitching ability, hence one might expect fewer runs in the game, something that might be looked at by the bettors.
Toronto Blue Jays Betting Trends
The Blue Jays bet requires a lot of confidence in the team, especially when playing away from home and in this case, Globe Life Field. The last few bouts have proven too volatile as any decision expects to be influenced, especially for a 1-4 SU away record in the last 5 encounters with Texas.
Texas Rangers Betting Trends
The level-up is that the Rangers have been exploiting home advantage winning 6 of the last 7 home games at Globe Life Field. With that and their current scoring barrage against the Blue Jays, it makes them a hard team to face at their Arena.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Texas Rangers 9/18/24 Betting Picks
Based on their recent performance as well as their assessment, the Texas Rangers are expected to take advantage of the home ground. Given Bradford’s current pitching performance plus the nature of the Texas teams at itinerant Globe Life Field, it is wise to put your money on the Rangers. Their performance of late particularly against the Blue Jays shows that they are ready to add one more victory to the wins count.
Regarding stake placement specifics, it seems that the superior alternative will be the Chicago Rangers on the moneyline. For those with balance options, the resulting pitchers’ duel indicates a low-scoring fight, thus making the UNDER more appealing. This free expert MLB preview includes a predicted score with the Texas Rangers winning over the Toronto Blue Jays by four to two. Therefore, making a straight bet on Texas seems to be a better idea, as well as prop one.