MLB Game Preview: Houston Astros (38-43) vs. Toronto Blue Jays (39-40)

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TORONTO – The Houston Astros continue their road trip Wednesday night when they face the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre, with Beau Burrows set to start for Houston against Chase Yesavage for Toronto. First pitch is scheduled for 7:07 p.m. ET.

Houston enters at 38–43, trying to climb back toward contention after an uneven first half. Toronto, at 39–40, is looking to get back to .500 and stay in the AL Wild Card race.

Venue

Rogers Centre — Toronto, Ontario

First pitch: 7:07 p.m. ET

Surface: Artificial turf

Roof: Expected closed due to rain threat

Probable Pitchers

Houston: RHP Beau Burrows

Burrows has shown flashes of reliability but remains inconsistent, particularly with command. His fastball‑curveball mix can generate swings and misses, but he has struggled with hard contact when falling behind in counts.

Toronto: RHP Chase Yesavage

Yesavage has emerged as one of Toronto’s most promising young arms, featuring a high‑spin fastball and sharp slider. His home splits have been strong, and he has held right‑handed hitters to low exit velocities throughout June.

Injury Report

Houston Astros

  • Kyle Tucker — OUT (shin)
  • Yordan Alvarez — ACTIVE
  • Jose Altuve — ACTIVE
  • Justin Verlander — OUT (shoulder)
  • Framber Valdez — ACTIVE

Toronto Blue Jays

  • Bo Bichette — ACTIVE
  • Vladimir Guerrero Jr. — ACTIVE
  • George Springer — ACTIVE
  • Kevin Gausman — OUT (forearm)
  • Jordan Romano — OUT (elbow)

Team Records & Recent Form

Houston Astros (38–43)

  • Last 10: 4–6
  • Trend: Offense inconsistent; rotation depth tested
  • Strength: Middle‑order power
  • Weakness: Bullpen reliability, road performance

Toronto Blue Jays (39–40)

  • Last 10: 6–4
  • Trend: Pitching stabilizing; lineup improving at home
  • Strength: Contact hitting, home‑field advantage
  • Weakness: Late‑inning relief without Romano

Key Player Matchups

Yordan Alvarez (HOU) vs Chase Yesavage (TOR)

Alvarez’s ability to punish high fastballs will be tested against Yesavage’s elite velocity. The slider away will be the key pitch.

Bo Bichette (TOR) vs Beau Burrows (HOU)

Bichette thrives against pitchers who rely heavily on breaking balls. Burrows’ curveball command will determine this matchup.

Jose Altuve (HOU) vs Blue Jays Bullpen

If Yesavage exits early, Altuve’s ability to jump on first‑pitch strikes becomes a major factor.

Series History

  • Season series: Blue Jays lead 2–1
  • At Rogers Centre: Toronto has won 6 of last 9
  • Recent trend: Blue Jays have outscored Houston 20–14 across their last five meetings

Betting Trends

Houston Astros

  • 2–6 in last eight road games
  • Over has hit in 5 of last 7
  • 1–4 in Burrows’ last five starts

Toronto Blue Jays

  • 5–1 in last six home games
  • Under has hit in 4 of last 6
  • 4–1 in Yesavage’s last five starts

Game Odds

Houston Astros                 8.5

Toronto Blue Jays             – 154

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, June 23, 2026

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