Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox 8/5/2023 Game Predictions

Toronto Blue Jays (61-50) vs Boston Red Sox ( 57-52)

Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox 8/5/2023 – On Saturday afternoon, following the latest rounds of the hottest MLB picks, the Toronto Blue Jays will square off with the home-team Boston Red Sox in Game 2 of an MLB American League East Division three-game series on the road at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts. Toronto, boasting an improved overall record of 61-50 after securing victories in two of their last three games, and with a 31-26 record in away games after their recent road triumph, now comfortably sits third in the challenging AL East, leading Boston by three games. The Blue Jays have demonstrated exceptional gameplay, amassing a total of 498 runs scored to date while losing 455, leading to a commendable +43 run difference over the campaign. Toronto, featured in the hottest MLB picks, aims to continue their winning spree in this match-up after tasting victory in two of the last three contests, including a decisive 7-3 win on the road against the Red Sox. As a cherry on top, Davis Schneider nailed a home run in his first major league at-bat as the Blue Jays equaled their season-high five home runs in a 7-3 road victory over the Red Sox on Friday night.

After Shortstop Bo Bichette was put on a 10-day injured list, First Baseman led Toronto in batting average at .265 with a team-high 17 home runs and 67 runs batted in for the season. Second Baseman Whit Merrifield contributed a team-leading 112 hits for the Blue Jays. On Saturday, the Toronto Blue Jays management will give the ball to righty Jose Berrios to start game 2 of a series against the Boston Red Sox. The right-handed thrower posted an 8-7 record on the season with a nice 3.31 ERA, a solid 1.20 WHlP, and struck out a total of 123 batters with 116 hits, 40 free bases, and 14 home runs granted through 130.1 innings pitched in his starts.

The totals went UNDER in 8 of Toronto’s last 9 outings while the Blue Jays are 2-4 SU in their last 6 matches played. The Toronto Blue Jays are 1-7 straight up in their last 8 contests played versus Boston, and the Blue Jays are 4-1 SU in their last 5 road games. The totals went OVER in 5 of the Toronto Blue Jays’ last 6 outings when playing on the road against the Red Sox.

Blue Jays vs. Red Sox Game Info

Alek Manoah (3-8, 5.7 ERA) vs Pitcher James Paxton (6-3, 3.60 ERA)

The Boston Red Sox are limping when they return home looking to snap a two-game losing streak and will try to get back on the winning track when hosting game 2 of a series versus the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday. Boston fell to 57-52 overall after losing five of the last six contests played, dropped to 27-28 at home after the recent home loss, and placed fourth in the tough AL East with 3 games behind Toronto in the third place. The Red Sox posted 538 runs scored to date while also wasting 499 for a run-difference of +39 over the year. The Boston Red Sox struggled in winning games as of late after losing four of the last six road tours and the recent 3-7 home loss to the Blue Jays last time out. Boston was limited to just 6 hits and 3 runs scored while Starting Pitcher James Paxton (6-3, 3.60 ERA) allowed 9 hits, 4 earned runs, and 2 free walks with 4 strikeouts across 5.0 innings pitched in the losing effort.

Left Fielder Masataka Yoshida averages .305 at the plate while adding a team-high 113 total hits and an on-base percentage at .366 in leading the Red Sox on the season. Third Baseman Rafael Devers contributed a team-leading 25 home runs and 76 runs batted in for Boston. The BoSox recorded a team batting average of .263 with a slugging percentage at .433 for the year. The Boston Red Sox management has not decided yet who will start game 2 of a three-game series against the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday afternoon.

MLB Odds/Point Spread: Boston Red Sox -157  

The totals went UNDER in 7 of Boston’s last 10 contests while the Red Sox are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games played. The totals went OVER in 10 of Boston’s last 12 outings played versus Toronto and also went UNDER in 6 of the Red Sox’s last 7 home matches. The totals went OVER in 5 of the Boston Red Sox’s last 6 contests when playing at home against the Blue Jays.

Toronto Blue Jays Betting Trends

The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Toronto’s last 9 games.
Toronto are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games.
Blue Jays are 1-7 SU in their last 8 games against Boston.
Toronto are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games on the road.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Toronto’s last 6 games when playing on the road against Boston.
The total has gone UNDER in 11 of Toronto’s last 13 games against an opponent in the American League.
Toronto are 4-15 SU in their last 19 games against an opponent in the American League East Division division.

Boston Red Sox Betting Trends

The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Boston’s last 10 games.
Boston are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games.
The total has gone OVER in 10 of Boston’s last 12 games against Toronto.
Total has gone UNDER in 6 of Boston’s last 7 games at home.
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Boston’s last 6 games when playing at home against Toronto.
Boston are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games against an opponent in the American League.
Boston are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games against an opponent in the American League East Division division.

Toronto Blue Jays vs. Boston Red Sox 8/5/2023 Betting Trends

The Toronto Blue Jays and Boston Red Sox will face off in an intriguing match-up, providing an interesting context for those interested in free sports picks. The Blue Jays currently hold a solid record overall, having an impressive run difference thanks to their potent offense. They’ve also shown recent form by winning two out of the last three games. However, the team has struggled in their recent outings against the Red Sox, losing seven out of their last eight encounters.

Toronto’s right-handed pitcher, Jose Berrios, has posted decent numbers with an 8-7 win-loss record and a 3.31 ERA, but he’s had some difficulties when facing Boston’s lineup this season. This could be a crucial point to consider for free sports picks enthusiasts.

On the other hand, the Boston Red Sox have a relatively balanced win-loss record. They have particularly shown dominance over the Blue Jays, with victories in seven of the last eight head-to-head matches. Left Fielder Masataka Yoshida has been instrumental in Boston’s performance, boasting a .305 batting average and leading the team in total hits.

Betting trends, a major factor for determining free sports picks, lean towards low-scoring games for both teams, with the totals going UNDER in the majority of recent outings for both Toronto and Boston. However, when Boston hosts Toronto, games have tended to go OVER in totals, adding another interesting layer to consider for free sports picks.