Atlanta Braves vs Toronto Blue Jays MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedApril 16, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:April 16, 2025 ,

MLB Atlanta Braves vs Toronto Blue Jays Prediction 4/16

On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, the Atlanta Braves will play against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. The game is scheduled to start at 1:07 PM. Fans can look forward to an exciting night game between these two teams.

Braves vs. Blue Jays Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Blue Jays MoneyLine: 123. The Blue Jays have a better record and are playing at home. Chris Bassitt’s strong pitching performance this season gives them an edge.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-114). Both teams have shown solid pitching, and the Blue Jays’ pitching stats suggest a low-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Atlanta Braves have a road record of 2-10 this season.
  • The Toronto Blue Jays have a home record of 6-3 this season.
  • In their recent game on April 15th, the Braves had more hits than the Blue Jays, but still lost 6-3.
  • During the April 14th game, Austin Riley of the Braves hit two home runs and had five RBIs.
  • The Blue Jays’ Anthony Santander hit a home run and had three RBIs in the April 15th game against the Braves.

Braves vs Blue Jays Preview

On April 16, 2025, the Atlanta Braves will play against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. The game will begin at 1:07 PM. This night game will feature Spencer Strider on the mound for the Braves. Strider has shown promise during spring training, with a standout performance against the Red Sox where he struck out six batters in 2 2/3 innings.

Chris Bassitt will start for the Blue Jays. He has been strong in the regular season with a 0.98 ERA over three games. In his last game against the Red Sox, Bassitt pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing just one run. Fans can look forward to seeing how these pitchers perform in this matchup.

Toronto Blue Jays: Key Players and Team Performance

The Toronto Blue Jays have some standout players this season. Andrés Giménez has played 18 games, hitting a .215 average. He leads the team in home runs and runs, with three and 13, respectively. George Springer also contributes with a .375 average, though he is dealing with a wrist injury. Bo Bichette has been steady at the plate with a .295 average. He has not hit any home runs but has scored seven runs. Bichette ties with Springer for the most RBIs on the team, both having ten. The Blue Jays’ team batting average is .258, ranking fourth in the league. Chris Bassitt is a key pitcher for the Blue Jays. He has a 1-0 record with a .98 ERA over three games. Bassitt’s performance includes 18 1/3 innings pitched and 21 strikeouts. The team’s pitching staff ranks ninth in ERA at 3.60 and sixth in batting average against at .216.

Atlanta Braves: Key Contributors and Team Outlook

The Atlanta Braves have some strong hitters in their lineup. Austin Riley stands out with a .300 average and leads the league in home runs and runs with five and ten, respectively. Ozzie Albies adds power with four home runs and nine runs scored. Marcell Ozuna has a .306 average but is currently out with a leg injury. Spencer Strider is set to pitch for the Braves. His recent spring training games show promise, with solid strikeout numbers. However, he has not yet pitched in the regular season. This game will be a test for him against the Blue Jays’ lineup. The Braves’ team batting average sits at .226, placing them 14th in the league. They rank fifth in home runs with 21, showing their power potential. On the pitching side, their ERA is 4.52, ranking 24th, indicating room for improvement.

Final Betting Pick

The Blue Jays are a solid pick for the money line at 123. They have a better overall record and perform well at home with a 6-3 record. Chris Bassitt’s pitching has been strong, with an ERA of 0.98 over 18 1/3 innings. This gives the Blue Jays a good chance against the Braves, who have struggled on the road with a 2-10 record.

For the over/under, taking the under at 7.5 (-114) is reasonable. Both teams have shown good pitching, with the Blue Jays having a team ERA of 3.60, ranking 9th in the league. The Braves have a higher ERA of 4.52, but their recent games show they can limit scoring. This suggests a low-scoring game is likely, supporting the under prediction.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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