Toronto vs Pittsburgh MLB Props & Picks on Max Scherzer

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Toronto (73-53) at Pittsburgh (53-73)

• When: Aug 19 2025, 6:40 PM
• Where: PNC Park, Pittsburgh
• Where to watch: CTV Sportsnet Toronto

Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total

Toronto Blue Jays @ Pittsburgh Pirates
Moneyline
Toronto Blue Jays   -153
Pittsburgh Pirates   +128

Toronto Blue Jays @ Pittsburgh Pirates
Runline
Toronto Blue Jays   -1.5 (+115)
Pittsburgh Pirates   1.5 (-135)

Toronto Blue Jays @ Pittsburgh Pirates
Total
Over   8.0 (EVEN)
Under   8.0 (-120)

• Props source: Bovada Sportsbook
• Get real-time live scores & latest betting odds here!

Max Scherzer MLB Preview & Props

Max Scherzer has been a grinder all season, proving he still owns the mound with veteran poise and strikeout power. The Toronto Blue Jays trust his big-game mentality, and every start feels like a must-watch showdown. Bettors circle his outings, knowing Scherzer always brings fire, intensity, and the potential to tilt the odds in their favor.

Toronto Blue Jays @ Pittsburgh Pirates
Will Max Scherzer Record a Win?
Yes   +120
No   -160

Toronto Blue Jays @ Pittsburgh Pirates
Alternate Strikeouts – Max Scherzer (TOR)
3+ Strikeouts   -4500
4+ Strikeouts   -900
5+ Strikeouts   -300
7+ Strikeouts   +140
8+ Strikeouts   +275
9+ Strikeouts   +550
10+ Strikeouts   +1100

Toronto Blue Jays @ Pittsburgh Pirates
Total Hits Allowed – Max Scherzer (TOR)
Over   4.5 (-165)
Under   4.5 (+125)

Toronto Blue Jays @ Pittsburgh Pirates
Total Earned Runs – Max Scherzer (TOR)
Over   1.5 (-180)
Under   1.5 (+140)

Toronto Blue Jays @ Pittsburgh Pirates
Total Pitcher Walks – Max Scherzer (TOR)
Over   1.5 (+125)
Under   1.5 (-165)

Max Scherzer Statistics

WL	ERA	IP	K	BB	OBP
3-2	3.83	54.0	52	12	.278

Max Scherzer Last 10

Date	vs	S/R	Res	Score	IP	H	R	ER	K	BB	HR	P
8/14	CHC	S	W	2-1	7.0	5	1	1	3	1	1	78
8/8	@ LAD	S	L	1-5	6.0	6	2	2	5	3	1	98
8/2	KC	S	W	4-2	6.0	5	1	1	5	0	1	84
7/27	@ DET	S	L	4-10	7.0	3	3	3	11	0	1	96
7/22	NYY	S	ND	4-5	5.0	5	4	4	4	1	2	90
7/11	@ ATH	S	W	7-6	6.0	5	3	3	8	1	2	90
7/5	LAA	S	ND	4-3	4.0	5	2	2	4	3	0	72
6/30	NYY	S	ND	5-4	5.0	3	2	2	7	0	1	71
6/25	@ CLE	S	ND	4-5	5.0	6	3	3	4	3	0	83
3/29	BAL	S	ND	5-9	3.0	3	2	2	1	0	2	45

MLB Player Props Picks & Predictions

Max Scherzer faces a struggling Pirates lineup, giving him a strong chance to earn a win. With elite strikeout stuff and Toronto’s offense backing him, the value at +120 makes this props pick worth targeting.

Max Scherzer Props Pick: Will Record a Win? Yes (+120)
A $100 Bet on that Props will return $220

MLB Odds & Props source: Bovada Sportsbook

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