The Atlanta Braves (5-12) and Toronto Blue Jays (10-8) are set to face off in the final game of their three-game series at Rogers Centre in Toronto. The Blue Jays are looking to secure the series win after splitting the first two games, while the Braves aim to bounce back from their recent struggles.
Game Details
- Matchup: Atlanta Braves (5-12) vs. Toronto Blue Jays (10-8)
- Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
- Time: 1:07 PM ET
- Location: Rogers Centre, Toronto, ON
- TV Broadcast: MLB Network, Sportsnet (Canada), Bally Sports South (Atlanta)
- Betting Odds: Braves (-146), Blue Jays (+122) Over/Under: 8 runs
Team Breakdown
Toronto Blue Jays
- Record: 10-8 (2nd in AL East)
- Recent Performance: The Blue Jays rebounded from their 8-4 loss on Monday with a 6-3 victory on Tuesday. Kevin Gausman pitched six strong innings, allowing just two runs, while Anthony Santander delivered a three-run homer to seal the win.
- Key Players:
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (1B) – Batting .289 with 3 HR and 12 RBI.
- Bo Bichette (SS) – Leads the team with five doubles and 10 RBI.
- George Springer (OF) – Batting .364 over his last 10 games.
- Pitching Matchup: Chris Bassitt (1-0, 0.98 ERA, 21 K) will take the mound for Toronto. He has been dominant, allowing just one earned run over 18 1/3 innings this season.
Atlanta Braves
- Record: 5-12 (5th in NL East)
- Recent Performance: The Braves won the series opener 8-4, powered by Austin Riley’s two home runs and five RBI. However, they struggled in Game 2, managing just three runs.
- Key Players:
- Austin Riley (3B) – Batting .386 with 5 HR and 15 RBI.
- Matt Olson (1B) – Hit a solo homer in Tuesday’s loss.
- Ozzie Albies (2B) – Batting .271 with 3 HR and 9 RBI.
- Pitching Matchup: Spencer Strider returns from Tommy John surgery to make his first start of the season. The 26-year-old right-hander had a 7.00 ERA in limited action last year.
Game Outlook
The Blue Jays have been solid at home (6-3 record), while the Braves have struggled on the road (2-9 record). Toronto’s offense has been more consistent, ranking 14th in MLB with 67 runs scored, while Atlanta ranks 25th with just 57 runs.
With Bassitt in strong form and Strider making his return, expect a low-scoring battle. If the Braves can get early offense from Riley and Olson, they have a chance to steal the win. However, Toronto’s balanced lineup and home-field advantage give them the edge.
Atlanta Braves – 142
Toronto Blue Jays 7
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, April 15, 2025
