Toronto Blue Jays (89-73 last season) vs. Tampa Bay Rays (99-63 last season)
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Tampa Bay Rays March 29 2024 – The upcoming match-up between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Tampa Bay Rays is one of the early season’s most anticipated, as it pits two of last year’s playoff contenders against each other. Scheduled for Friday this game is a critical early test for both teams, aiming to assert their dominance in the AL East. With the Rays coming off a 99-win season and the Blue Jays not far behind, premier sports betting websites and fans alike are buzzing with predictions and analyses for this clash.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Tampa Bay Rays March 29, 2024 Game Info
| When: | Friday, March 29, 2024 at 6:50 PM ET |
| Where: | Tropicana Field |
| TV: | MLBN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Tampa Bay Rays Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Blue Jays | +111 |
+1.5 -213
|
o7.5 -123
|
| Rays | -132 |
-1.5 +170
|
u7.5 -104
|
As the betting odds are yet to be announced, this early in the season, both teams are considered to have their strengths and weaknesses. However, analyzing their previous performances and player stats could provide insights into potential outcomes.
Chris Bassitt (16-6 W-L, 3.6 ERA) vs. Aaron Civale (2-3 W-L, 5.36 ERA)
Chris Bassitt, who had an impressive season last year with a record of 16-6 and a 3.6 ERA, is a sure bet for the Jays and showing like this, he is the captain of this team. The 200 innings-worth 186 strikeouts will stand as a sure scale to his power of control and shots minimization as he faces a dangerous Rays lineup. In an even match, Bassitt’s praction and calmness with his pitches may be the game-changer.
Apart from the instance, this Aaron Civale, who is faced with a crucial season. Although 2021 had its fair share of challenges, 5.36 ERA and 2-3 record in 45.1 innings pitched by himself, making it impossible to challenge his ability. His strikeout rate suggests a capacity to wipe out batters, but the main thing thus far is all about reducing hits (51) and the number of home runs (7) allowed. If he repeated the great job against a competitive Blue Jays lineup, then it is likely that his other games will follow this pattern.
Blue Jays: A Powerhouse at the Plate
At last season’s offensive stats, the Blue Jays averaged 256 at bat and ran with 188 homers, illustrating their power and depth. His .340 on-base percentage and .455 slugging percentage, along with the whole batting order, are powerful enough to keep pitchers at any point of the competition on their toes all the time.
Rays: Slugging Their Way to Success
The Rays, with slightly higher averages at the plate (.260) and hitting an impressive 230 home runs, are also right there among the teams packing offensive firepower. Their .445 slugging percentage showcases the lineup one can always expect a deep shot at any moment, leaving the opposition lead constantly with vacillation as to where the next shot will come from.
Toronto Blue Jays Betting Trends
Blue Jays are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
Toronto Blue Jays are 2-3 in their last 5 games against the spread
Blue Jays are 39-42 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Blue Jays’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 32 of Blue Jays’ 81 last games at home
Tampa Bay Rays Betting Trends
Rays are 4-1 in their last 5 games.
Tampa Bay Rays are 4-1 in their last 5 games against the spread
Rays are 44-37 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 4 of Rays’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 51 of Rays’ 81 last games at home
Toronto Blue Jays vs. Tampa Bay Rays Betting Picks
Looking at the stats of the pitchers, results of the previous games and recent trends, this game will definitely be a close finish. Nevertheless, the Rays are slightly favored because they play with a balanced attack and have been in a good shape of late, particularly Civale, eager to display his wares against a tough side. The daily baseball betting prediction leans towards a Rays victory, but expect a tight game that could be decided by the bullpen.
The offensive capacities of both teams against each other could be a good option for the over on the total runs, although we should assume such a line will be set with the powerful lineups in mind. Finally, the Rays’ depth and the home-field advantage at Tropicana Field are the decisive factors.
Score Prediction: Rays 5, Blue Jays 4.
