The Los Angeles Angels (52-66) welcome the Toronto Blue Jays (54-64) on Monday at Angel Stadium for the first of three games. First pitch is scheduled for 9:38 p.m. ET. Let’s check out FanDuel Sportsbook’s odds around the Blue Jays vs. Angels Opportunities and place your best bets with our expert MLB tips and predictions.
Season series: First meeting in 2024; Blue Jays won 4-2 in 2023
The Blue Jays, ranked 5th in the AL East, lost to the Oakland A’s 8-4 on Sunday as -146 home favorites, with the over conceding (8). Toronto lost 2 of 3 in the series and has struggled in recent weeks, posting a 5-8 record in its last 13 games. Toronto has a 25-33 road record and 56-62 against record (ATS) this season, according to Teamrankings.com.
The Angels avoided a weekend sweep with a 6-4 win at the Washington Nationals on Sunday. LA was a +139 underdog and the over (9) hit. The Angels had won the previous two series, beating the New York Yankees and New York Mets 2 of 3 each. Los Angeles has a 26-35 record at home this season, including 4-6 in their last 10 games in Big A. The Angels are 4th in the major leagues with a 65-53 ATS record.
Expected starters for Blue Jays at Angels
RHP Francis of Bowden against RHP Davis Daniel
Francis (4-3, 5.44 ERA) makes his 6th start and 20th appearance. He has a WHIP of 1.39, 2.9 BB/9 and 7.8 K/9 in 49 2/3 innings.
- Last start: No decision, 5 IP, 2 ER, 3 H, 1 BB, 7 K in the 7-3 home loss to Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday
- 2024 Away Splits: 2-3, 5.28 ERA (29 IP, 17 ER), 1.41 WHIP, 8 HR, 8.1 K/9 in 10 appearances (4 starts)
- I have never faced angels
Daniel (1-3, 6.04 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a WHIP of 1.38, 1.4 BB/9 and 8.2 K/9 in 25 1/3 innings.
- Last start: Loss, 3 1/3 IP, 5 ER, 7 H, 2 BB, 4 K in a 5-2 loss to the New York Yankees on Wednesday
- 2024 Home Splits: 1-1, 4.32 ERA (16 2/3 IP, 8 ER), 1.08 WHIP, 1 HR, 8.6 K/9 in 3 starts
- Has never played a game against the Blue Jays in his career
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Odds for Blue Jays vs Angels
Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; for a complete list visit the USA TODAY sports scores and betting odds hub. Odds last updated at 10:41 p.m. ET on Sunday.
- Moneyline (ML): Blue Jays -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Angels -106 (bet $106 to win $100)
- Running Line (RL)/Against the Spread (ATS): Blue Jays -1.5 (+140) | Angels +1.5 (-172)
- Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: +106 | U: -130)
Tips and predictions for the Blue Jays at the Angels
forecast
Blue Jays 6, Angels 5
Money line
BET ON THE BLUE JAYS (-110).
The Angels have lost Daniels’ last 4 starts. He has an ERA of 8.83 (17 1/3 IP, 17 ER) in the 4 games and has allowed 4 or more runs in 3 of the games. Angels pitchers have allowed at least 4 runs in 3 of the last 4 games and as mentioned, LA has lost 2 of the last 3 games.
Although Toronto lost 1-2 to Oakland over the weekend, the pitching staff was in good shape, allowing just 1 run each on Friday (3-1 win) and Saturday (1-0 loss). Although the offense rarely puts up big numbers, Toronto has scored at least 3 or more runs in 9 of its last 10 games, so the consistency factor is there.
Given these trends BACK BLUE JAYS (-110).
Running Line/Against the Spread
HAPPEN.
The Blue Jays -1.5 (+140) are too risky as run-line favorites, especially given Francis’s struggles on the road. Likewise, the Angels +1.5 (-172) are too expensive as home underdogs.
Over/Under
Bet over 9.5 (+106).
Neither team has a pitcher who has been consistently successful this season. Both starters have an ERA of over 5.
The Blue Jays have won over in 3 of their last 5 games and are 64-51-3 O/U overall. They have allowed at least 6 runs in 3 of their last 5 games. The Angels are 56-56-6 O/U this season and 3-1-1 O/U in their last 5 games. Los Angeles has scored at least 4 runs in 4 of their last 5 games.
Both teams were able to score points easily. Against these weaker starters, TAKEOVER 9.5 (+106).
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