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Texas (61-63) at Toronto (73-51)
- When: Aug 17 2025, 1:37 PM
- Where: Rogers Centre, Toronto
- Where to watch: RSN
Rangers vs. Blue Jays – Game Betting Preview & Prediction
Moneyline: Texas -111
Spread: Texas -1.5 (+150)
Total: 8.0
Texas Rangers Betting Preview
The Rangers enter Sunday as slim moneyline favorites (-111), but it’s been a rough stretch. They’ve lost four in a row, including two heartbreakers in Toronto to open this series. Saturday’s 14-2 drubbing highlighted just how thin their bullpen is, with position players forced to pitch late innings.
Nathan Eovaldi (10-3, 1.71 ERA) will take the ball for Texas. While his season numbers look sharp, his history against Toronto is not encouraging: a 1-3 record with a 5.62 ERA in 15 appearances. If he struggles with command like he did against Arizona earlier this week, Texas could be in trouble again.
For bettors, the Rangers’ recent skid and shaky bullpen make them a risky play despite being favorites. They’ll need Eovaldi to go deep and keep Toronto’s bats quiet if they want to salvage the finale.
Toronto Blue Jays Betting Preview
Toronto has looked dominant this series, outscoring Texas 20-7 across the first two games. Saturday’s offensive explosion saw unlikely hero Myles Straw crush two home runs with five RBIs, while the entire outfield combined for homers, multi-hit games, and constant traffic on the bases.
Jose Berríos (9-4, 3.74 ERA) gets the start for Toronto. While his overall numbers are solid, his 5.61 ERA in seven career starts against Texas is concerning. However, with Toronto’s bats heating up and George Springer back from the IL, the Blue Jays look dangerous against a Texas team that’s struggling in all phases.
MLB Betting Outlook & Prediction
The Rangers are slight favorites, but momentum heavily favors Toronto after two convincing wins. Texas’ offense hasn’t been able to keep pace, and their bullpen depth is getting exposed.
Toronto completes the sweep and cashes as a live small underdog play, with the total leaning toward the Over 8.0.
Score Prediction: Blue Jays 6, Rangers 4
Pick: Toronto (-106)
Total: Over 8.0 (-109)
- MLB Odds source: MyBookie Sportsbook
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