Tampa Bay Rays vs Toronto Blue Jays MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedMay 15, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:May 15, 2025 ,

MLB Tampa Bay Rays vs Toronto Blue Jays Prediction 5/15

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, the Tampa Bay Rays will play against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. The game is set to start at 3:07 PM. Fans can look forward to this night game as the Rays visit the Blue Jays’ home turf.

Rays vs. Blue Jays Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Rays MoneyLine: 144. The Rays present a good value as the underdog. Their road record is strong, and they have been competitive in recent games against the Blue Jays.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.0 (-102). Both teams have shown solid pitching performances recently, which could keep the total runs low.

Team Trends

  • The Tampa Bay Rays have a better road record (8-6) than their home record (11-17) this season.
  • The Toronto Blue Jays have a division record of 10-8, while the Tampa Bay Rays have a division record of 5-7.
  • In a recent game on May 14th, 2025, the Blue Jays defeated the Rays 3-1, with Chris Bassitt pitching 5 2/3 innings for the Blue Jays.
  • On May 13th, 2025, the Rays won against the Blue Jays 11-9, with Junior Caminero hitting a home run and driving in four runs.
  • The Blue Jays have a home record of 12-9, which is better than their road record of 9-12 this season.

Rays vs Blue Jays Preview

The Tampa Bay Rays will visit the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre on Thursday, May 15, 2025. The game is scheduled to start at 3:07 PM. This night game will feature two right-handed pitchers on the mound.

Zack Littell will start for the Rays. He has a 2-5 record this season with a 4.40 ERA. Kevin Gausman will pitch for the Blue Jays. He holds a 3-3 record and a 3.97 ERA. Both pitchers aim to help their teams secure a win.

Toronto Blue Jays: Key Players and Stats

The Toronto Blue Jays have some strong hitters this season. George Springer leads the team with a .288 batting average and five home runs. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette also contribute with solid performances. Guerrero Jr. has a .291 batting average, while Bichette has driven in 21 runs. On the mound, Kevin Gausman is a key player for the Blue Jays. He has started eight games this season. Gausman has a 3-3 record with a 3.97 ERA and a WHIP of .97. He has struck out 40 batters in 45 1/3 innings. As a team, the Blue Jays have a batting average of .251. They rank 10th in this category. Their pitching staff has a 4.31 ERA, placing them 23rd. The team also ranks 4th in strikeouts with 391 this season.

Tampa Bay Rays: Key Players and Performance

The Tampa Bay Rays have strong hitters this season. Jonathan Aranda leads with a .339 batting average and six home runs. Junior Caminero adds power with eight home runs. Yandy Díaz also has six home runs but is currently out for personal reasons. Zack Littell is an important pitcher for the Rays. He has started eight games with a 2-5 record. Littell holds a 4.40 ERA and a WHIP of 1.11. He has struck out 30 batters in 47 innings. The Rays have a team batting average of .241, ranking 14th. Their pitchers have a 3.86 ERA, placing 13th. The team is 4th in stolen bases with 48 this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Rays MoneyLine at 144 offers a favorable opportunity due to their strong road record of 8-6. Despite being the underdog, the Rays have shown they can compete against the Blue Jays, as seen in their recent games. Jonathan Aranda and Junior Caminero are key players, contributing significantly to the Rays’ offense, which can make a difference in this game.

The Under 8.0 prediction looks promising because both teams have solid pitching. Zack Littell and Kevin Gausman have been consistent, with Littell holding a 4.40 ERA and Gausman a 3.97 ERA. These stats suggest a low-scoring game, aligning with recent performances where runs have been limited. The Rays’ pitching ranks 13th in ERA, further supporting the under pick.

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

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