The Toronto Blue Jays are set to clash with the Texas Rangers on September 17, 2024, at Globe Life Field, commencing at 8:05 pm under what is expected to be a clear sky. The pitching matchup will feature Chris Bassitt for the Blue Jays, who enters with a 4.196 ERA, against Nathan Eovaldi for the Rangers, sporting a 3.671 ERA.

As per the standings in the 2024 AL East Division, the Blue Jays currently hold the 11th position with a record of 72-78, marking a .480 win percentage. They’ve won 20 out of 46 divisional games, ranking 5th in this category. With a recent record of five wins in their last 10 games and a three-game winning streak, they show a somewhat consistent form. The Blue Jays have also posted a 38-37 record at home and 34-41 on the road, with a clearer advantage in night games where they have secured 40 wins compared to 32 in day games. The team’s total run score stands at 635, with 683 runs conceded.

Meanwhile, in the 2024 AL West Division, the Rangers are placed 12th with a 71-79 win-loss record, indicating a .470 win percentage. Positioned third in the division, they have amassed 20 wins from 43 division games. However, their recent performance has dipped with four wins in their last 10 games and a current losing streak of three. The Rangers have a stronger performance at home (41-34) compared to their struggles on the road (30-45). Their day game performance lags similarly with only 27 wins compared to 44 at night. They have totaled 623 runs while allowing 686 runs against them.

Looking at the betting landscape for this game, the odds are poised with the Toronto Blue Jays as slight favorites. The point spread is set at -1.5 with an over/under at 7.5. For those inclined towards moneyline bets, the Away team (Blue Jays) is listed at +123 while the Home team (Rangers) is favored at -146. Such odds suggest a competitive game ahead, potentially influenced by the starting pitchers’ performance and recent team trends.