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The Kansas City Royals (35-53) will once again visit the Toronto Blue Jays (47-42) in Toronto on Friday, July 15 at Rogers Centre. As we move through the middle part of the season, both of these teams will of course be searching for a win to set the tone for the rest of the season. Catch all the action live at 7:07 PM ET!
For context related to Friday’s regular season game, let’s take a look at how Toronto and Kansas City have managed against each other historically.
This season, these two clubs have fought in four contests as the Blue Jays have claimed victory twice against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Thursday, the Toronto Blue Jays came out on top by a score of 1-3. The Blue Jays scored one run on 12 hits, while the Royals tallied three runs on 12 hits. We’ll see who comes out on top this time when they meet at Rogers Centre.
Betting Preview for the Kansas City Royals vs Toronto Blue Jays MLB Game on July 15 2022
Where: Rogers Centre in Toronto, ON
When: Friday, July 15, 2022 at 7:07 PM ET
Betting on the Kansas City Royals
Record: (36W-53L) | American League Central Standing: 5
The Royals were beaten by the Toronto Blue Jays 1-3 the last time they met on Thursday, and we can’t wait to find out if they can muster up a hard-fought win in this one. The overall regular season batting average for the team right now is .246 and specifically Edward Olivares is leading his team with a .313 average. In terms of defense, the team is carrying an ERA of 4.79 and a .987 fielding percentage. Before you place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances, be sure to consult our odds assessment!
Absences and Injuries
Regarding inactive players, the Royals are missing Joshua Staumont (Neck), Salvador Perez (Thumb), Jonathan Heasley (Shoudler), Raúl Mondesi (Knee), Jacob Brentz (Flexor), Tyler Zuber (Shoulder), and Daniel A. Lynch (Blister).
Betting on the Toronto Blue Jays
Record: (47W-43L) | American League East Standing: 4
On Thursday, the Blue Jays outplayed the Kansas City Royals. So far this season, the team is currently batting .259 thanks in large part to their top hitter, Santiago Espinal, who has a batting average of .268. On defense, they carry an ERA of 4.03 and a .986 fielding percentage. Make sure you check out our odds analysis further down before selecting your picks!
Absences and Injuries
It’s confirmed that the Blue Jays are without Julian Merryweather (Side), Hyun Jin Ryu (Forearm), Nathan Pearson (Mono), Tayler Saucedo (Hip), Yusei Kikuchi (Neck), and Andrew Vasquez (Ankle).
Kansas City Royals vs Toronto Blue Jays | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Toronto Blue Jays (-360) at FanDuel
The Toronto Blue Jays are considered the favorite per oddsmakers in this one. The team could be experiencing a more fruitful July, coming into this game with a winning percentage of 28.57% for this month, a record of four victories in total. Comparatively, the Kansas City Royals’ winning percentage is larger at 60% for this month, accounting a total of nine wins.
Over/Under Pick: Under 8.5 Total Runs (-118) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated O/U is under 8.5. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 8.5.
Runline Pick: Toronto Blue Jays -1.5 Runs (-164) at FanDuel
The Toronto Blue Jays will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover a runline of -1.5.
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