The Athletics will visit the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The game is set to begin at 7:07 PM and will be played under the lights. Fans can expect an exciting night game between these two teams.
Athletics vs. Blue Jays Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Blue Jays MoneyLine: -146. The Blue Jays have a better home record at 16-12. José Berríos is starting, and his ERA is higher than Jacob Lopez’s, but the Blue Jays’ overall pitching stats are stronger.
- Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-111). Both teams have shown lower scoring in recent games. The Blue Jays have a solid pitching staff, and the Athletics’ top hitter, Jacob Wilson, is uncertain to play.
Team Trends
- The Athletics have a balanced road record of 14-14 this season.
- The Blue Jays have a strong home record of 16-12 this season.
- In their recent game against the Astros, the Athletics had 5 extra base hits but still lost 5-3.
- The Blue Jays recently won against the Rangers with a score of 2-0, allowing only 1 hit.
- The Athletics are currently 8 games back in the AL West, while the Blue Jays are 8 games back in the AL East.
Athletics vs Blue Jays Preview
On Thursday, May 29, 2025, the Athletics will take on the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. The game will start at 7:07 PM, and both teams are ready for action under the night sky. The Athletics have Jacob Lopez on the mound. He has an ERA of 2.57 and a WHIP of 1.57, showing strong performance this season.
The Blue Jays will counter with José Berríos as their starting pitcher. Berríos has an ERA of 4.22 and a WHIP of 1.36. The Blue Jays hope he can deliver a solid outing. Fans at Rogers Centre are in for an interesting game as these teams meet in Toronto.
Toronto Blue Jays: Key Players and Pitching Insights
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leads the Blue Jays with a .279 batting average. He has hit 7 home runs and scored 31 runs, both ranking first in the league. His on-base percentage is .384, showing his ability to get on base. Bo Bichette is another key player for the Blue Jays. He has a .273 batting average and leads the team with 27 RBIs. Despite dealing with lower back tightness, he is expected to be available for the game. José Berríos will start as the pitcher for the Blue Jays. His ERA is 4.22, and his WHIP is 1.36. The team’s pitching overall has a .235 batting average against, ranking 8th in the league.
Athletics: Key Players and Pitching Challenges
Jacob Wilson leads the Athletics with a .353 batting average. He has hit 7 home runs and scored 30 runs. However, he is dealing with a left forearm injury, and his availability is uncertain. Tyler Soderstrom has been a top performer for the Athletics. He leads the team with 10 home runs and 31 RBIs. His batting average stands at .259, contributing to the team’s overall performance. Jacob Lopez will be the starting pitcher for the Athletics. He has an ERA of 2.57 and a WHIP of 1.57. The team’s pitching has struggled with a 5.39 ERA, ranking 28th in the league.
Final Betting Pick
The Blue Jays have a solid home record of 16-12, which supports the MoneyLine pick of -146. Despite José Berríos having a higher ERA than Jacob Lopez, the Blue Jays’ overall pitching stats are stronger. Their WHIP and strikeout numbers are better, which could limit the Athletics’ scoring chances.
The Under 8.5 prediction is backed by recent low-scoring games from both teams. The Athletics’ top hitter, Jacob Wilson, is uncertain to play, which could affect their offense. The Blue Jays’ pitching staff has been effective, allowing fewer hits and maintaining a lower ERA than the Athletics.
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Last updated:June 6, 2025 Athletics, Blue Jays