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Today's free MLB betting picks, odds, predictions for the Rays vs. Blue Jays on May 22, 2023. Our best bets and top picks for moneylines, run totals and more.
Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Toronto Blue Jays vs. Tampa Bay Rays, 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 Monday, May 22nd 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Blue Jays vs. Rays
The Blue Jays take on the Rays on Monday, May 22nd 2023 at Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Toronto Blue Jays (25-22) vs. Tampa Bay Rays (34-14)
- Date: Monday, May 22nd 2023
- Time: 6:40 ET
- Venue: Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg
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Toronto Blue Jays - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
At 25-22, the Toronto Blue Jays will host Toronto, currently ranked 5th in the AL East. The Blue Jays hope to avoid dropping below .500 when playing on the road, as they are currently 12-13.
Toronto's record against the runline stands at 22-25, even though they have been favored in 34 of their 47 games. The team's over/under record comes in at 22-23 with an average betting line of 9.
For Toronto, Chris Bassitt gets the start, currently holding a record of 5-2. Coming into play, Toronto Blue Jays has put together an ERA of 3.05. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .170 against him. So far, Bassitt has given up six home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .274. Bassitt has a WHIP of 1.00, with 23 walks allowed.
Toronto's offense enters play with the 13th-ranked scoring offense, averaging 4.6 runs per game. The Blue Jays have combined to hit .257, which ranks 11th in the league. So far, the team is the 18th-rated home run hitting team, with a total of 50 long balls. Throughout the season, Toronto's batters have been excellent at getting on base, posting the 9th best OBP of .329.
Tampa Bay Rays - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Rays get set to take on the Toronto Blue Jays, with an overall record of 34-14, placing them 1st in the AL East. So far, Tampa Bay has been tough at home, putting together a mark of 21-4.
Having been favored in 87.5% of their games, Tampa Bay has an above .500 record against the runline at 28-20. The team's over/under record comes in at 27-18 with an average betting line of 8.
Trevor Kelley gets the start for the Rays with a below .500 record at 0-1. Trevor Kelley will be looking to bring down an ERA of 7.50. Compared to other pitchers, he has an elevated batting average allowed (.250). Opposing hitters have gone deep two times against Trevor Kelley, who has a WOBA allowed of .357. Kelley's WHIP of 1.33 comes along with a total of two walks allowed.
On the season, Tampa Bay boasts the 2nd-ranked scoring offense, averaging 6.0 runs per game. The Rays have been able to drive in runs at an above average rate as their team batting average of .271 ranks 2nd in the league. So far, Tampa Bay's lineup has also been able to hit for power, with a total of 91 home runs, which ranks 1st. Up to this point, Tampa Bay has been one of the MLB's better teams at getting on base, ranking 1st at .347.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Blue Jays vs. Rays
Heading into today's matchup between Tampa Bay and Toronto, the Rays are the betting favorite at -121 on the moneyline. Tampa Bay's implied win probability sits at 54.75%. The MLB predictive model shows Tampa Bay picking up the win. For aggressive bettors, there is enough of an edge to take the Rays on the runline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Rays -1.5
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