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Toronto Blue Jays @ Texas Rangers - September 17, 2024

September 17, 2024, 9:01am EDT

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+1.5

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+1.5

-180

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8.5

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Alright, folks, it’s game day! The Toronto Blue Jays are strutting into Globe Life Field to take on the Texas Rangers in what promises to be an electric showdown. And let me tell you, I’m beyond excited for this one! My lucky jersey is freshly laundered and ready to go because nothing gets my blood pumping quite like watching our boys in blue play ball.

Currently riding a three-game winning streak, the Blue Jays are looking to capitalize on their momentum tonight. With a team record of 71-78, they’ve shown some grit lately by going 4-1 in their last five games. Let’s not forget that when they’re on the road, they’re also 4-1 against the spread. That tells me they know how to bring it even when they’re away from home turf!

On the mound for Toronto will be a right-hander with a record that might not scream dominance but has shown flashes of brilliance throughout the season with an ERA hovering around the mid-fours. You can bet he’ll be bringing his A-game tonight as he faces off against a Texas squad that’s lost three straight games. Their current form? Not so pretty at 1-5 in their last six matchups. Ouch!

Now let’s talk about the Rangers’ starter – another righty who boasts an impressive win-loss record but has had his share of ups and downs this season as well. His ERA is respectable enough but let’s face it: if there’s ever a time for our bats to come alive, it’s now! We’ve got a slight edge in runs per game (4.243 compared to their 4.181) and more RBIs on average too (4.054 vs 3.993).

The oddsmakers have pegged Texas as favorites, opening at -143 against us tonight; however, I’m not fazed by that one bit! I mean, sure, every underdog loves being underestimated – it only fuels our fire even more! The over/under sits at 8.5 runs which means they expect some scoring action; but here’s my hot take: I think we’re going under tonight! This could turn out to be a classic pitching duel where both starters buckle down and keep those runs at bay.

What can we expect? Well, if history tells us anything about our recent matchups and current form – I’m forecasting a Toronto victory! Our lineup has been putting up solid numbers while maintaining steady averages; plus with those RBI stats shining brighter than a shiny new trophy case—look out Rangers because we’re coming for you!

So grab your snacks and buckle up; it’s going to be one thrilling night of baseball action! Go Blue Jays!

Texas Rangers vs Toronto Blue Jays
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Wager TypeTexas RangersToronto Blue Jays
Spread-1.5 (+135) +1.5 (-180)
Moneyline-143+121
TotalUnder 8.5 (-119)Over 8.5 (-108)
Team DataTexas RangersToronto Blue Jays
Runs4.184.24
Hits8.038.12
Runs Batted In3.994.05
Batting Average0.2320.236
On-Base Slugging66.68%69.25%
Walks3.033.14
Strikeouts8.488.11
Earned Run Average4.444.38
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