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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Houston Astros vs. Toronto Blue Jays, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Thursday, June 8th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Astros vs. Blue Jays
The Astros take on the Blue Jays on Thursday, June 8th 2023 at Rogers Centre, Toronto. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Houston Astros (36-26) vs. Toronto Blue Jays (35-28)
- Date: Thursday, June 8th 2023
- Time: 7:07 ET
- Venue: Rogers Centre, Toronto
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Houston Astros - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
As the Houston Astros travel to take on the Toronto Blue Jays with a record of 36-26, placing them 2nd in the AL West. So far, Houston has been tough as the road team, putting together a mark of 18-12.
Having been favored in 71.0% of their games, Houston has an above .500 record against the runline at 33-29. With an average betting line of 8 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 30-31.
Houston pitcher Framber Valdez gets the start, looking to pick up another win, as his current record sits at 6-4. So far, Framber Valdez has put together an outstanding ERA of 2.17. Currently, opponents are batting just .225 against the left-hander. Framber Valdez has given up six home runs leading to a WOBA allowed of .274. With a total of 16 walks, Valdez has a WHIP of 1.02.
Houston enters play averaging 4.5 runs per game, placing them 11th in the MLB. The Astros have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .247 ranks 10th. So far, Houston's lineup has also been able to hit for power, with a total of 69 home runs, which ranks 11th. To date, Houston has the MLB's 17th-rated OBP, sitting at .316.
Toronto Blue Jays - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
At 35-28, the Houston Astros will host the Houston Astros, currently ranked 4th in the AL East. On the season, the Blue Jays have an above .500 home record, going 17-11 at Rogers Centre.
Despite having the advantage of being favored in 44 of their 63 games, Toronto's record vs. the runline is just 30-33. The team's over/under record comes in at 29-32 with an average betting line of 9.
For Toronto, José Berríos gets the start, currently holding a record of 5-4. Coming into play, Toronto Blue Jays has put together an ERA of 3.66. Currently, opponents are batting just .247 against the right-hander. Opposing hitters have gone deep seven times against José Berríos, who has a WOBA allowed of .313. Berríos has a WHIP of 1.25, with 22 walks allowed.
On the season, Toronto boasts the 8th-ranked scoring offense, averaging 4.6 runs per game. The Blue Jays have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .264 ranks 2nd. The team has also been strong in the power department, having hit 75 home runs which is 8th. To date, Toronto has the MLB's 4th best OBP at .333.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Astros vs. Blue Jays
Heading into today's matchup between Houston and Toronto, the Astros are the betting favorite at -129 on the moneyline. Houston's implied win probability sits at 56.33%. The MLB predictive model shows the Astros pitching to carry the team to a win. For aggressive bettors, there is enough of an advantage to take Houston on the runline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Astros -1.5
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