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Tigers vs Blue Jays

Hot-streak Tigers eye another pelt in chilly Toronto

Detroit Tigers

Tigers (29-15) VS Blue Jays (21-21)

16 May 2025 | 7:07 PM ET | Rogers Centre, Toronto

Toronto Blue Jays
Moneyline Pick - Detroit Tigers (-130): B+

Detroit enters this matchup on a three-game heater and turns to a red-hot starter who’s dominated this opponent in previous outings. Toronto, on the other hand, is struggling to find traction, playing .500 ball in their last ten and dealing with injuries to key middle-of-the-order bats. Even in a hitter-friendly environment, Detroit’s pitching edge—both in the rotation and the bullpen—gives them a strong upper hand, especially against a starter they’ve had success against before.

Despite being on the road, the value still sides with the favorite here. The Tigers are clicking in all the right areas while the Blue Jays look patchwork and vulnerable late in games. It’s not a deep underdog hunt, but it’s a well-priced pick with trends, matchups, and health all breaking the right way.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 16/05/2025 09:49

Over/Under Pick - Over 8.5 (-110): B+

Detroit’s offense has been rolling during their recent streak, and even with some bullpen pieces missing, they’ve managed to keep games in control. Still, a road relief ERA over of 6.00 opens the door for a Toronto lineup that’s had recent success against Tigers pitching. With both teams well-rested and playing under a closed roof that favors power, there’s a strong case for offensive production on both sides—especially with a righty on the mound for Toronto who’s struggled against left-handed bats.

This one shapes up to be more of a back-and-forth than a pitcher’s duel. With both clubs motivated to stay in the mix and lineups likely intact for the full nine, there’s little reason to expect a quiet scoreboard. The over at 8.5 has room to cash comfortably, and the conditions all lean in that direction.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 16/05/2025 09:49

Spread Pick - Toronto Blue Jays, -1.5 (-210): B

Toronto enters this one stumbling in their last few games, sparked by a red-hot stretch from their lineup leader, while Detroit comes in winning three straight but is without its rotation anchor. The Blue Jays send a usually reliable arm to the mound—one with a strong track record against Detroit—while their bullpen remains in good shape. Meanwhile, the Tigers turn to a starter who’s struggled to find consistency, and their offense has lacked the punch to cover for it.

With momentum, matchup history, and bullpen depth all favoring Toronto, laying the run and a half feels justified despite the heavier price tag. The Tigers are vulnerable without their ace, and the Blue Jays’ offense is rolling at the right time.

Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 16/05/2025 09:49

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