Toronto Blue Jays vs Tampa Bay Rays MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedSeptember 16, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:September 16, 2025 ,

MLB Toronto Blue Jays vs Tampa Bay Rays Prediction 9/16

The Toronto Blue Jays will play against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 7:35 PM. The game will take place at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, FL. The Blue Jays hold a record of 88-62, while the Rays stand at 73-77. The weather is expected to be very hot with overcast clouds and a calm crosswind.

Blue Jays vs. Rays Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Toronto Blue Jays -109. The Blue Jays have a strong record and are on a five-game winning streak. The Rays have struggled recently, losing eight of their last ten games.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 8.5 (-116). Both teams have shown solid pitching, with the previous game ending 2-1. The Rays’ recent games have also been low-scoring.

Team Trends

  • The Toronto Blue Jays have a record of 88-62, ranking 1st in the AL East division.
  • The Tampa Bay Rays are on a 2-game losing streak and have a recent record of 2-8 in their last 10 games.
  • The Blue Jays are currently on a 5-game winning streak, with a 7-3 record in their last 10 games.
  • Toronto’s road record for the season is 38-37.
  • The Rays have a home record of 38-37 this season.

Blue Jays vs Rays Preview

The Toronto Blue Jays take on the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night. The Blue Jays are leading their division with an 88-62 record. They have been strong lately, winning their last five games. In contrast, the Rays are struggling, sitting fourth in the division with a 73-77 record and losing their last two games.

On the mound, José Berríos starts for the Blue Jays. He has a 3.99 ERA and a 9-5 record. The Rays will counter with Ryan Pepiot, who holds a 3.59 ERA and an 11-10 record. The game will be played at George M. Steinbrenner Field, where the weather will be very hot with overcast clouds.

Tampa Bay Rays: A Deep Dive Into Their Home Performance

The Tampa Bay Rays have shown strong hitting this season. Junior Caminero leads the team with 44 home runs and 108 RBIs. Yandy Díaz also contributes with a .295 batting average and 24 home runs. Ryan Pepiot will start for the Rays. He has an ERA of 3.59 and a WHIP of 1.13. Pepiot’s record stands at 11-10 this season. The Rays rank 7th in batting average with .251. They are 14th in home runs with 171. The team has stolen 183 bases, ranking 1st in the league.

Toronto Blue Jays: Battling on the Road

The Toronto Blue Jays bring a strong hitting lineup to the field. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. leads with a .301 batting average and 23 home runs. Bo Bichette supports the team with a .311 average and 94 RBIs. The Blue Jays have the best batting average in the league at .269. They also rank first in on-base percentage with .335. Their slugging percentage is .431, placing them sixth. José Berríos will start as the pitcher for the Blue Jays. His ERA is 3.99, and his WHIP is 1.29. Berríos has a 9-5 record this season.

Final Betting Pick

The Toronto Blue Jays are a solid pick for the money line at -109. They are on a five-game winning streak, showing consistent performance. Their recent road record of 38-37 adds confidence in their ability to perform away from home.

The prediction for the game to go under 8.5 runs is also supported by recent performances. Both teams have shown strong pitching, with the last game ending 2-1. The Rays have struggled to score, with their recent games being low-scoring, making the under a sensible choice.

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