First pitch is scheduled for 7:07 PM ET, with the winner claiming the three-game series and gaining ground in the AL East standings. The Yankees snapped a five-game losing streak to Toronto with a 5–4 win on Tuesday, powered by a clutch ninth-inning homer from Ben Rice.
Matchup Overview
- Venue: Rogers Centre, Toronto, ON
- Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2025
- Time: 7:07 PM ET
- Broadcast: Amazon Prime Video, Sportsnet
- Streaming: MLB.TV, FuboTV (regional restrictions may apply)
Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yankees | Max Fried (LHP) | 11–3 | 2.43 | 1.01 | 113 |
| Blue Jays | Chris Bassitt (RHP) | 10–4 | 3.89 | 1.36 | 109 |
- Max Fried returns from a blister issue and is 3–0 lifetime vs. Toronto with a 1.74 ERA. He’s a Cy Young contender and has held opponents to a .211 batting average.
- Chris Bassitt has dominated the Yankees historically, boasting a 4–1 record and 2.03 ERA against them. He’s allowed just four homers in his last nine starts and ranks in the 94th percentile in exit velocity suppression.
Key Players to Watch
New York Yankees
- Aaron Judge: .349 AVG, 36 HR, 82 RBI – ranks 2nd in MLB in homers and 3rd in RBI.
- Cody Bellinger: .280 AVG, 17 HR – homered Tuesday and has hits in 21 straight games vs. winning teams.
- Jazz Chisholm Jr.: 18 HR – launched a three-run blast Tuesday to open the scoring.
- Ben Rice: 15 HR – delivered the game-winning homer in the ninth inning Tuesday.
Toronto Blue Jays
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr.: .279 AVG, 13 HR, 60 RBI – hitting .412 over his last five games.
- George Springer: 17 HR – 8-for-18 since the All-Star break; career .333 hitter vs. Fried.
- Bo Bichette: 29 doubles – 14-for-38 over his last 10 games.
- Addison Barger: 2 RBI Tuesday – clutch bat in the middle of the lineup.
Team Stats & Trends
| Category | Yankees | Blue Jays |
|---|---|---|
| Batting Average | .255 (5th MLB) | .260 (1st AL) |
| Slugging Percentage | .454 (Top 5) | .407 |
| Home Runs | 157 (1st MLB) | 105 |
| Runs Scored | 535 (1st MLB) | 457 |
| Team ERA | 3.86 | 4.10 |
- Yankees are 43–11 when outhitting opponents.
- Blue Jays are 36–17 at home and have won 5 of their last 6 vs. New York.
Final Takeaway
The Yankees vs. Blue Jays matchup on July 23, 2025, is a high-stakes battle between two AL East contenders. With Max Fried and Chris Bassitt toeing the rubber, expect a tight, low-scoring duel. The Yankees bring power and momentum, while Toronto counters with home-field advantage and contact hitting. This game is a must-watch for fans tracking the AL playoff race, building DFS lineups, or seeking sports betting value.
Game Odds
New York Yankees – 139
Toronto Blue Jays 8.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Tuesday, July 22, 2025
