Blue Jays vs Athletics starting pitchers
- Hogan Harris for Oakland Athletics
- Chris Bassitt for Toronto Blue Jays
Blue Jays vs Athletics statistics
| Stat |
Blue Jays |
Athletics |
| Hits |
471 (22nd) |
469 (Tied-23rd) |
| Batting Average |
.234 (20th) |
.223 (28th) |
| Runs Batted In |
224 (27th) |
225 (Tied-25th) |
| Runs |
237 (25th) |
236 (26th) |
| Home Runs |
52 (25th) |
74 (5th) |
| Walks |
208 (7th) |
199 (12th) |
| Stolen Bases |
32 (Tied-20th) |
32 (Tied-20th) |
| Strikeouts |
437 (28th) |
612 (2nd) |
| Pitches |
8958 (18th) |
9139 (12th) |
Oakland Athletics recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 6/6/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
L |
3-0 |
| 6/5/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
W |
2-1 |
| 6/4/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
L |
4-3 |
| 6/2/24 |
@ Atlanta Braves |
L |
3-1 |
| 6/1/24 |
@ Atlanta Braves |
W |
11-9 |
Toronto Blue Jays recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 6/6/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
W |
6-5 |
| 6/5/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
W |
3-2 |
| 6/4/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
L |
10-1 |
| 6/3/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
L |
7-2 |
| 6/2/24 |
vs Pittsburgh Pirates |
W |
5-4 |
Blue Jays vs Athletics predictions
Heading into the game at Oakland Coliseum, some of the Toronto Blue Jays players to watch include Vladimir Guerrero Jr., whose powerful hitting could be key. He's projected to put up some impressive numbers, and I'm expecting him to continue his hot streak with a solid batting average that could see him driving in crucial runs. Additionally, Bo Bichette looks primed to keep up his momentum and contribute significantly on the score sheet. His ability to connect with the ball could play a pivotal role in putting the Athletics' pitchers under pressure.
On the flip side, the Oakland Athletics have their own set of aces to bank on. Brent Rooker has been swinging a strong bat, leading the team with home runs and RBIs. I believe he'll be a major threat at the plate, potentially adding to his home run tally in this series. Another player worth mentioning is Abraham Toro, who has been quite consistent with his batting average. Keep an eye on him to deliver key hits and help set the stage for Oakland's scoring drives, potentially turning the game around for his team.
Considering the current form and stats, the matchup seems tilted slightly in favor of the Toronto Blue Jays. They've demonstrated a more robust batting lineup recently, which could be the determining factor. Oakland Athletics, while spirited, might struggle to keep up, especially with the pitching challenges they face. Therefore, I’m leaning towards a win for the Blue Jays in what promises to be an engaging contest filled with exciting moments.
Oakland Athletics injuries
- J.T. Ginn (SP): Day-To-Day
- Esteury Ruiz (LF): 10-Day-IL
- Max Muncy (SS): Day-To-Day
- Jacob Wilson (SS): Day-To-Day
- Alex Wood (SP): 15-Day-IL
Toronto Blue Jays injuries
- Damiano Palmegiani (3B): Day-To-Day
- Payton Henry (C): Day-To-Day
- Yariel Rodriguez (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Luis De Los Santos (3B): Day-To-Day
- Ricky Tiedemann (SP): Day-To-Day
Blue Jays vs Athletics game info
| Venue |
Oakland Coliseum |
| Location |
Oakland, California |
| First pitch |
Fri 9:40 PM |
| Temperature |
56° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
