Blue Jays vs Rockies Prediction, Odds, and Analysis for September 3

Get ready for an exciting clash on Sunday as the Toronto Blue Jays face off against the Colorado Rockies!

Date: Sunday, September 3, 2023
Time: 3:10 PM ET
Venue: Coors Field — Denver, Colorado
Coverage: SportsNet RM

Blue Jays vs Rockies Odds & Moneyline

The odds are heating up for this matchup, and we’ve got the latest updates for you.

Moneyline: TOR: (-250) | COL: (+205)
Spread: TOR: -1.5 (-154) | COL: +1.5 (+128)
Total: 11.5 — Over: (-115) | Under: (-105)

Probable Starting Pitchers

Let’s take a look at the pitching duel that’s about to unfold:

Blue Jays: Kevin Gausman (10-8, 3.30 ERA)
Rockies: Chase Anderson (0-4, 6.08 ERA)

Gausman’s record stands tall at 10-8, and he’s ready to bring the heat for the Blue Jays. Meanwhile, Anderson aims to make a mark for the Rockies despite his 0-4 record this season.

Matchup Analysis

When it comes to this pitching showdown, the Blue Jays have shown strength with Gausman on the mound. However, they’ve faced challenges against the spread in his starts this season, with an 8-18-0 record. On the other hand, Gausman’s team has managed a respectable 13-12 record this season when he takes the lead and stands as the favorite on the moneyline.

The Rockies, led by Anderson, have a 6-5-0 ATS record in his 11 starts with a set spread. Despite Anderson’s 0-4 record, the Rockies have shown resilience with a 6-4 standing in his 10 starts this season when they were the underdog on the moneyline.

Expert Prediction

Get ready for some excitement on the field! According to numberFire’s predictions, the Blue Jays are geared up for a victory with a win probability of 73.8%.

Betting Trends

Let’s dive into the trends that could shape this game:

The Blue Jays have secured victory 51 times (52.6%) out of 97 games where they were favorites this year.
Toronto has an impressive record, winning six out of seven chances when listed as a favorite of at least -250 on the moneyline.
The Blue Jays have seen games go over the total this season in 56 out of 135 opportunities.
On the other side, the Rockies have clinched victory in 37.6% of games where they were listed as the moneyline underdog.
When playing as a moneyline underdog with odds of +205 or longer, Colorado has a 1-21 record.
The Rockies have covered the spread in 48.5% of their games this season, boasting a 64-68-0 record against the spread.

Player Leaders

Let’s take a closer look at the key players for both teams:

Blue Jays:

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.: Batting .264, 27 doubles, 20 home runs, 51 walks, .337 OBP, .432 SLG
George Springer: 21 doubles, 1 triple, 17 home runs, 51 walks, .258 AVG, .404 SLG, .330 OBP
Whit Merrifield: Batting .291, .411 SLG, 60 RBI
Daulton Varsho: 16 home runs, 51 RBI, .224 AVG

Rockies:

Ryan McMahon: .253 AVG, .335 OBP, .458 SLG, 122 hits
Ezequiel Tovar: .258 AVG, .293 OBP, .429 SLG
Elias Diaz: 21 doubles, 1 triple, 13 home runs, 29 walks, .267 AVG
Charlie Blackmon: 16 doubles, 4 triples, 7 home runs, 32 walks, .292 AVG

Head to Head

In their recent encounters:

9/2/2023: Rockies won 8-7 (Favorite: Blue Jays, Spread: -1.5, Total: 11.5)
9/1/2023: Blue Jays won 13-9 (Favorite: Blue Jays, Spread: -1.5, Total: 12)

Get ready for another thrilling showdown as the Blue Jays and Rockies battle it out on September 3! Place your bets and get ready to witness some sensational baseball action. Remember, the odds can change, so stay updated for the latest on FanDuel Sportsbook!