Struggling Blue Jays Face Astros: Betting Odds, AI Picks & Predictions (April 2nd)
The Houston Astros dominated the Toronto Blue Jays 10-0 in the final game of their series. Here’s a quick look at the action and the Blue Jays vs Astros Odds:
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Astros Erupt: Houston’s offense exploded for 10 runs, launching five home runs. Kyle Tucker and Yainer Diaz each went yard twice, while Jeremy Pena added another homer and 3 RBIs.
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Blanco Shines: Astros’ starter Ronel Blanco was lights-out, pitching a complete-game shutout, allowing no hits and striking out seven.
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Blue Jays Struggle: Toronto’s offense was silenced, failing to record a single hit against Blanco. Starter Bowden Francis took the loss, surrendering seven earned runs in just one inning.
Can the Blue Jays bounce back with their bats alive in the next matchup, or will the Astros’ offensive power continue? This Astros vs Blue Jays Matchup promises a clash of MLB teams seeking to get back on track.
Game Information
| Toronto Blue Jays vs Houston Astros |
| Location of the Game: Minute Maid Park, Houston |
| Date and Time: Tuesday, April 2nd 8:10 ET |
| Reason: 2024 MLB Regular Season |
| How to watch: watchlivesports.co |
AI Predictions and Sport Betting AI Picks
These are the MLB Computer Picks for this MLB Schedule game:
| TEAM | PITCHER | 2024 RECORD | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
| Blue Jays | J. Berrios | 2-3 | 5 | 11 | RUN LINE TOR +1.5 (-160) |
MONEYLINE HOU -158 |
TOTAL OVER 8.5 |
| Astros | F. Valdez | 1-4 | 6 | ||||
- AI Picks: Houston Astros 6 – Toronto Blue Jays 5
- Sport Betting AI Picks: Run Line Blue Jays +1.5 -160 | ML Astros -158 | OVER 8.5 RUNS
Blue Jays vs Astros Odds
Next, we have the MLB odds for this MLB Matchup.
Toronto Blue Jays Game Analysis
José Berríos gets the start for the Toronto Blue Jays tonight (April 2nd) as they aim to build on his strong opening outing (6 innings, 2 ER) against the Houston Astros. Here’s what to watch on offense:
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Hit Machine: Bo Bichette leads the Blue Jays in projected hits and ranks 15th best in the MLB standings today.
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Power Surge: Look for Justin Turner (14th best HR projection today) and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (tied for 14th) to provide some pop for Toronto.
Houston Astros Game Analysis
Framber Valdez gets the ball for the Houston Astros’ home opener tonight (April 2nd) against the Toronto Blue Jays. Valdez will look to sharpen up after allowing 3 earned runs in his first outing. Here’s what to watch for the Astros:
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Altuve’s All-Around Threat: Look for veteran Jose Altuve (7th best projected hits today & 11th best HR odds) to be a key offensive force.
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Astros’ Powerhouse: Yordan Alvarez boasts the team’s best home run projection (7th in MLB today), while Yainer Diaz sits at 9th for homer odds according to MLB player stats.
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Balanced Offense: José Abreu is another threat with a strong projection for total hits (14th today).
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