The Toronto Blue Jays are set to play against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. This game is scheduled for Monday, April 21, 2025, at 8:10 PM. Fans can expect a night game under the lights.
Blue Jays vs. Astros Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Blue Jays MoneyLine: 119. The Blue Jays have a slightly better record and Kevin Gausman has been strong with a 2.49 ERA. This gives them good value as underdogs.
- Over/Under Prediction: Under 7.5 (-109). Both teams have solid pitching, with Gausman and Brown showing low ERAs. This suggests a low-scoring game.
Team Trends
- Toronto Blue Jays have a regular season record of 12-10 and are 2 games back in the AL East.
- Houston Astros hold a regular season record of 10-11 and are 2 games back in the AL West.
- In their recent game against the Seattle Mariners, the Blue Jays’ Tyler Heineman went 3/4 with 1 RBI.
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit a home run and had 2 RBIs in the Blue Jays’ win against the Atlanta Braves on April 16th.
- Houston Astros’ Cam Smith hit 2 home runs and had 4 RBIs in their win against the San Diego Padres on April 18th.
Blue Jays vs Astros Preview
The Toronto Blue Jays head to Daikin Park to take on the Houston Astros. Kevin Gausman will start for the Blue Jays. He has pitched well this season, with a 2.49 ERA over 25 1/3 innings. His last outing against the Braves saw him give up two runs over six innings.
The Astros will have Hunter Brown on the mound. Brown has a 1.50 ERA in 24 innings this season. In his last game against the Cardinals, he pitched six scoreless innings. Fans can expect a pitching duel between Gausman and Brown in this night game.
Astros’ Key Players and Game Insights
The Houston Astros have some strong hitters this season. Jeremy Peña leads the team in home runs and runs with 3 and 11, respectively. Isaac Paredes is also doing well, with 11 RBIs, the highest on the team. Jose Altuve is another standout player for the Astros. He has a batting average of .302, the highest among the team’s top hitters. Altuve also has 3 home runs and 11 runs, tying with Peña in those categories. Hunter Brown is the starting pitcher for the Astros. He has an ERA of 1.50 over 24 innings pitched. Brown has not allowed any runs in his last two games, showing strong performance on the mound.
Blue Jays’ Lineup and Pitching Preview
Andrés Giménez leads the Blue Jays in home runs and runs. He has 3 home runs and 14 runs in 22 games. His batting average is .205, but he is still making an impact. Bo Bichette is another strong player for Toronto. He has a batting average of .312 and leads the team with 13 RBIs. Bichette has not hit any home runs but has scored 9 runs. George Springer is expected to play despite a wrist injury. He has a batting average of .344 with 2 home runs. Springer also has 11 RBIs, making him a key player for the Blue Jays.
Final Betting Pick
The Blue Jays offer good value on the money line at 119. Kevin Gausman has been strong with a 2.49 ERA, showing consistency in his recent starts. The Blue Jays have a slightly better record at 12-10, compared to the Astros’ 10-11, which supports this pick.
For the over/under, taking the under 7.5 at -109 seems wise. Both teams have solid pitching, with Gausman and Hunter Brown both having low ERAs. The Astros’ hitting has been weaker, with a .222 batting average, which further suggests a low-scoring game.
All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!
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Last updated:April 21, 2025 Astros, Blue Jays