Blue Jays vs Astros

Toronto enters this matchup with a three-game loss streak but have a healthier, sharper rotation, while Houston continues to juggle injuries and early inconsistency. With their much of their rotation sidelined and recent struggles from key bats, the Astros face a tough test against a starter who’s thrived in this ballpark. The Blue Jays, meanwhile, have been swinging it well and carry an edge in both matchup history and current form.

Given how evenly this one is priced, siding with the hotter and more stable squad makes sense. Toronto checks more boxes right now, and that gives them real value as a slight road lean. Grade: B.

Toronto comes in looking to snap a short skid, while Houston rides the wave of an uptick in form into this tightly matched showdown. Both starters have strong track records against their opponent’s lineup, and with neither offense at full strength and bullpen workloads light, the ingredients favor a controlled, low-scoring affair. Factor in Houston’s roof-closed setting and early-season air, and offensive fireworks seem unlikely.

This one shapes up like a classic pitcher’s duel—two proven arms, cool conditions, and rested relievers ready to shut it down late. At a fair price, the under holds up as a sharp B-grade value play.

Houston looks to bounce back at home behind a strong matchup on the mound and some favorable splits at the plate. With a strong arm set to face a Toronto team still missing key bullpen pieces and dealing with rotation uncertainty, the Astros are well-positioned to capitalize. The return of a veteran bat only strengthens a lineup that’s already tough on right-handers, especially in a ballpark that rewards their lefty power.

The trends and matchup angles line up nicely here—solid starting edge, deeper lineup, and home-field comfort against a club they’ve handled well recently. Backing Houston to cover the run line grades out as a confident B-level play.