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The Toronto Blue Jays (48-43) will once again go up against the Kansas City Royals (36-54) in Toronto on Sunday, July 17 at Rogers Centre. Each of the rivals will of course be searching for a win to set the pace as we progress through the season. Don’t miss the first pitch at 12:05 PM ET!
Take a look at how the Blue Jays and Royals have performed against each other historically for context about Sunday’s regular season tilt.
At this point in the season, these two teams have fought in six matchups, in which the Blue Jays have earned a win four times against the Royals. The last time these two teams saw each other on Saturday, the Toronto Blue Jays walked away with a 6-5 victory. The Royals racked up five runs on nine hits while the Blue Jays put up six runs on 12 hits. We’ll see who comes out victorious this time when these two teams square off at Rogers Centre.
Betting Preview for the Kansas City Royals vs Toronto Blue Jays MLB Game on July 17 2022
Where: Rogers Centre in Toronto, ON
When: Sunday, July 17, 2022 at 12:05 PM ET
Betting on the Kansas City Royals
Record: (36W-55L) | American League Central Standing: 5
The Royals lost to the Toronto Blue Jays 6-5 in their most recent outing on Saturday, and we’ll be interested to see if this momentum continues. Overall this season, the team is currently batting .245 thanks in large part to their top hitter, Edward Olivares, who has a batting average of .308. Defensively, they have an ERA of 4.83 and a .987 fielding percentage. Prior to placing your bet, don’t forget to consult our odds assessment below!
Absences and Injuries
Per the latest inactive report, the Royals are without Salvador Perez (Thumb), Jonathan Heasley (Shoudler), Raúl Mondesi (Knee), Jacob Brentz (Flexor), and Tyler Zuber (Shoulder).
Betting on the Toronto Blue Jays
Record: (49W-43L) | American League East Standing: 3
In their most recent game on Saturday, the Blue Jays defeated the Kansas City Royals. For the regular season, the overall batting average for the team is currently .262 as Santiago Espinal leads the club hitting .268. Defensively speaking, the Blue Jays hold an ERA of 3.99 and a fielding percentage of .987. Be sure to review our odds assessment further down so you have all the info you need at your fingertips!
Absences and Injuries
Per the list of injuries and inactive players, 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 (-350) at FanDuel
The Toronto Blue Jays are considered the favorite in this one. The team could be experiencing a better July, coming into this matchup with a winning percentage of 37.5% for this month, accounting a total of six wins. Comparatively, the Kansas City Royals’ winning percentage is higher at 52.94% for this month, a record of nine victories in total.
Over/Under Pick: Under 9 Total Runs (-102) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated O/U is under 9. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 9.
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 the oddsmakers’ runline of -1.5.
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