MLB Game Preview: New York Yankees (55-45) vs. Toronto Blue Jays (59-41)

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The Blue Jays are riding an 11-game home winning streak and holding a 6–2 edge in the season series. This matchup features elite talent like Aaron Judge, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and Max Scherzer, making it a must-watch for MLB fans, fantasy baseball players, and sports bettors alike.

Game Details

  • Venue: Rogers Centre, Toronto, ON
  • Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
  • Time: 7:07 PM ET
  • Broadcast: YES Network (Yankees), Sportsnet (Blue Jays)
  • Streaming: MLB.TV, FuboTV (regional restrictions may apply)

Starting Pitchers

TeamPitcherRecordERAWHIPK/BB
YankeesCam Schlittler (RHP)1–05.061.427/2
Blue JaysMax Scherzer (RHP)1–04.701.3324/6
  • Cam Schlittler makes his second career MLB start after allowing 3 ER and 2 HR in 5.1 innings in his debut. He faces a lefty-heavy Blue Jays lineup that thrives against hard-throwing righties.
  • Max Scherzer, a future Hall of Famer, is coming off a strong 6-inning, 8-strikeout performance and looks to extend Toronto’s dominance at home.

Players to Watch

Toronto Blue Jays

  • Vladimir Guerrero Jr.: .279 AVG, 13 HR, 60 BB; .903 OPS vs. RHP
  • Bo Bichette: 15-for-38 (.395) over last 10 games; key 2-RBI double in Monday’s win
  • George Springer: Leads team with 17 HR; .279 AVG and 54 RBI
  • Alejandro Kirk: Team-best .309 AVG; .313 over last 5 games

New York Yankees

  • Aaron Judge: .349 AVG, 36 HR, 82 RBI; ranks 2nd in MLB HR and 3rd in RBI
  • Cody Bellinger: .280 AVG, 17 HR, 56 RBI; 15-for-41 (.366) over last 10 games
  • Giancarlo Stanton: Homered in Monday’s loss; .241 AVG, 29% K rate
  • Trent Grisham: .255 AVG, 17 HR, 44 BB; 4-for-10 in last 3 games

Team Trends & Stats

StatYankeesBlue Jays
Batting Average.257 (Top 10 MLB).260 (Best in MLB)
Runs Per Game5.95.0
Team ERA4.253.11
Home Record36–1611-game win streak
Season Series2–6 vs. TOR6–2 vs. NYY

Toronto has won five straight against the Yankees and is 17–4 in its last 21 games, including a franchise-record 11 consecutive home wins.

Final Takeaway

The Yankees vs. Blue Jays game on July 22, 2025, is a marquee AL East battle with playoff implications. Toronto’s red-hot home form, deep lineup, and Max Scherzer’s veteran presence give them the edge. The Yankees will need a breakout performance from Cam Schlittler and continued power from Aaron Judge to even the series.

Game Odds

New York Yankees           9

Toronto Blue Jays             – 128

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Monday, July 21, 2025

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