Blue Jays vs. Tigers Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Wednesday, April 12, 2023

The Toronto Blue Jays (7-4), led by Matt Chapman on a three-game home run streak, are -288 favorites on the moneyline to defeat the Detroit Tigers (2-8). First pitch is set for 7:07 PM ET Wednesday, live from Rogers Centre and airing on MLB Network.

Kevin Gausman takes the mound for Toronto while Eduardo Rodriguez is Detroit’s starter for the contest.

Blue Jays vs. Tigers Odds

  • Blue Jays odds to win: -288
  • Tigers odds to win: +235
  • Spread: Blue Jays -1.5
  • Total: 8.5 runs
  • Blue Jays vs. Tigers Promo Codes

    [bet-bonus id=”360167″ ]

    Game Time and Information

  • Date: Wednesday, April 12, 2023
  • Time: 7:07 PM ET
  • TV: MLB Network
  • [bet-bonus id=”360169″ ]

    Who Will Win Blue Jays vs. Tigers?

    Blue Jays and Tigers Betting Trends

    The Blue Jays have gone 5-2 in games they were favored on the moneyline (winning 71.4% of those games).

    Toronto has never played a game this season with moneyline odds of -288 or shorter.

    The Tigers have been underdogs in 10 games this season and won two (20%) of those contests.

    Detroit has played as an underdog of +235 or more once this season and won that game.

    The Blue Jays have played in 11 games with a set over/under, and have combined with their opponents to go over the total seven times (7-4-0).

    The Tigers and their opponents have hit the over in seven of their 10 games with a total this season.

    [single_bonus id=”94701″]

    Blue Jays Stats & Insights

    The Blue Jays score the fifth-most runs in baseball (63 total, 5.7 per game).

    Toronto averages 1.4 home runs per game to rank eighth in MLB action with 15 total home runs.

    The Blue Jays lead MLB with a .289 batting average.

    Toronto strikes out 8.4 times per game to rank ninth in MLB.

    The Blue Jays pitching staff ranks 17th in the majors with a collective 8.7 strikeouts per nine innings.

    Toronto has the 21st-ranked team ERA across all MLB pitching staffs (5.06).

    [single_bonus id=”94702″]

    Tigers Stats & Insights

    The Tigers have scored 30 runs (just 3.0 per game) this season, which ranks last in MLB.

    Detroit’s six home runs rank 28th in MLB this season.

    The Tigers have a team batting average of just .201 this season, which ranks 29th among MLB teams.

    Detroit ranks 13th in strikeouts per game (9.9) among MLB offenses.

    The Tigers strike out just 6.4 batters per nine innings as a pitching staff, worst in MLB.

    Detroit has the 29th-ranked ERA (7.14) in the majors this season.

    Blue Jays Key Players to Watch

    Gausman (1-1) takes the mound for the Blue Jays to make his third start of the season.

    Chapman leads Toronto in runs batted in with 15 while batting .477, which is also best on the team.

    Bo Bichette leads Toronto in home runs with four while driving in nine runs and slugging .627.

    Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is slashing .400/.472/.556 this season for the Blue Jays.

    George Springer has collected 12 hits this season and has an OBP of .300. He’s slugging .383 on the year.

    [single_bonus id=”94703″]

    Tigers Key Players to Watch

    The Tigers’ Rodriguez will make his third start of the season.

    Spencer Torkelson has put up a team-best six runs batted in.

    Matt Vierling has a club-high .290 batting average.

    Riley Greene is batting .256 with a triple, a home run and three walks.

    Nick Maton is batting .120 with a double, a home run and six walks.

    Blue Jays and Tigers Injuries

    Blue Jays: Mitchell White: 15 Day IL (Elbow), Chad Green: 60 Day IL (Undisclosed), Hyun-Jin Ryu: 60 Day IL (Elbow)

    Tigers: Austin Meadows: 10 Day IL (Anxiety), Matt Manning: 15 Day IL (Foot), Beau Brieske: 15 Day IL (Arm), Michael Lorenzen: 15 Day IL (Groin), Casey Mize: 60 Day IL (Elbow), Tarik Skubal: 60 Day IL (Elbow), Freddy Pacheco: 60 Day IL (Elbow)

    [single_bonus id=”94700″]

    Blue Jays vs. Tigers Prediction

  • Score Prediction: Blue Jays 5, Tigers 3
  • Total Prediction: Over 8.5 runs
  • [bet-bonus id=”360167″ ]

    How to Bet on Blue Jays vs. Tigers

    Get more MLB Picks, read the latest MLB game previews, and view the latest live MLB lines on Betsperts.

    If you are new to sports betting, read our in-depth guide on how to bet on Baseball and find the best MLB betting sites and promo codes.

    [bonus_as_per_category cat_id=105]

    written by

    Matt is from the Chicagoland area and has been working in Chicago sports since 2015 with stops at WGN Radio, the Chicago Blackhawks, Stadium, and NBC Sports Chicago prior to landing at Betsperts. Matt covers just about everything for Betsperts and Bleacher Nation but focuses on the NHL and college football.

    more mlb-picks news

    Best MLB Prop Bets Today, April 19, 2024

    In a Friday MLB schedule that includes 15 exciting contests, the Baltimore Orioles versus the Kansas City Royals is a game to watch.Scroll down and you'll discover MLB player prop bets for each and every contest on today's slate --...

    Reds vs. Angels Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

    The Cincinnati Reds (9-9) look to end a stretch of three losses as they face the Los Angeles Angels (9-10) on Friday at 6:40 PM ET.The Reds will call on Nick Lodolo (1-0) against the Angels and Tyler Anderson (2-1).Reds...

    Phillies vs. White Sox Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

    The Philadelphia Phillies (11-8) have an opportunity to add to their three-game winning streak as they host the Chicago White Sox (3-15) at Citizens Bank Park on Friday at 6:40 PM ET.The probable starters are Spencer Turnbull (1-0) for the...

    Pirates vs. Red Sox Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

    The Pittsburgh Pirates (11-8) look to end to a three-game skid as they host the Boston Red Sox (10-10) on Friday at 6:40 PM ET.The Pirates will give the nod to Quinn Priester and the Red Sox will turn to...

    Cubs vs. Marlins Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

    The Chicago Cubs (11-7) host the Miami Marlins (4-15) on Friday to kick off a four-game series at Wrigley Field. The matchup starts at 2:20 PM ET.The Cubs will give the nod to Jameson Taillon versus the Marlins and Andrew...

    Mariners vs. Rockies Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

    Following a stretch of three consecutive wins, the Seattle Mariners (9-10) play the Colorado Rockies (4-15) at 8:40 PM ET on Friday.This contest's pitching matchup is set, as the Mariners will send Emerson Hancock (1-2) to the mound, while Dakota...

    Brewers vs. Cardinals Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

    The Milwaukee Brewers (11-6) visit the St. Louis Cardinals (9-10) on Friday to kick off a three-game series at Busch Stadium. The matchup starts at 8:15 PM ET.This contest's pitching matchup is set, as the Brewers will send Freddy Peralta...

    Astros vs. Nationals Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

    The Washington Nationals (8-10) open a three-game series against the Houston Astros (6-14) with a Friday meeting at Nationals Park. First pitch is at 6:45 PM ET.The Astros will give the nod to Justin Verlander and the Nationals will turn...

    Yankees vs. Rays Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

    The Tampa Bay Rays (11-9) begin a three-game series against the New York Yankees (13-6) on Friday at Yankee Stadium. First pitch is at 7:05 PM.The probable pitchers are Clarke Schmidt (1-0) for the Yankees and Tyler Alexander (1-0) for...

    Braves vs. Rangers Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

    The Atlanta Braves (12-5) look to add to a four-game winning streak as they host the Texas Rangers (11-9) at 7:20 PM ET on Friday.The probable pitchers are Chris Sale (1-1) for the Braves and Andrew Heaney (0-2) for the...

    Latest News

    Alex Caruso Expects to Play Against Miami

    Alex Caruso could be missing a foot and would probably still suit up for a do-or-die game. The Chicago Bulls' defensive anchor told ESPN's Jamal Collier that he expects to play in tonight's Play-In Tournament game against the Miami Heat....

    Brewers vs. Cardinals Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, April 19, 2024

    The St. Louis Cardinals (9-10), led by Willson Contreras on an 11-game hitting streak, will meet the Milwaukee Brewers (11-6) Friday at Busch Stadium. The Brewers are -122 favorites for the matchup, which starts at 8:15 PM ET on BSMW.Milwaukee's...

    Orioles vs. Royals Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, April 19, 2024

    Two of the league's top power hitters meet Friday when the Baltimore Orioles (12-6) and Kansas City Royals (12-7) take the field at 7:40 PM ET, live on BSKC. Gunnar Henderson has six home runs for the Orioles (-139 favorites...

    Twins vs. Tigers Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, April 19, 2024

    The Minnesota Twins (6-11) are -151 favorites to break their four-game losing streak when they face the Detroit Tigers (10-9), losers of two in a row. The game begins Friday at 8:10 PM ET on BSDET, live from Target Field.Joe...

    Coby White Player Props: Three-Pointer Props and Odds vs. the Heat – Friday, April 19, 2024

    On Friday at 7:00 PM ET, the Chicago Bulls meet the Miami Heat in the NBA Play-In Tournament, and Coby White's 3-pointer prop for this clash requires three trifectas.Coby White's Three-Pointer Prop Odds vs. the HeatCoby White's over/under for three-pointers...

    Nikola Vucevic Player Props: Three-Pointer Props and Odds vs. the Heat – Friday, April 19, 2024

    Nikola Vucevic's Chicago Bulls face the Miami Heat on Friday at 7:00 PM ET in the NBA Play-In Tournament, and to beat his 3-point prop, he needs to make two from beyond the arc.Nikola Vucevic's Three-Pointer Prop Odds vs. the...

    DeMar DeRozan Player Props: Three-Pointer Props and Odds vs. the Heat – Friday, April 19, 2024

    At 7:00 PM ET on Friday, in the NBA Play-In Tournament, it'll be the Chicago Bulls against the Miami Heat -- with DeMar DeRozan needing to connect only once from beyond the arc to beat his 3-pointer prop.DeMar DeRozan's Three-Pointer...

    Bam Adebayo Player Props: Three-Pointer Props and Odds vs. the Bulls – Friday, April 19, 2024

    At 7:00 PM ET on Friday, in the NBA Play-In Tournament, it'll be the Miami Heat versus the Chicago Bulls -- with Bam Adebayo needing to score just once from beyond the arc to beat his 3-pointer prop.Bam Adebayo's Three-Pointer...

    Mariners vs. Rockies Probable Starting Pitchers – April 19

    Following a stretch of three consecutive wins, the Seattle Mariners (9-10) play the Colorado Rockies (4-15) at 8:40 PM ET on Friday.This contest's pitching matchup is set, as the Mariners will send Emerson Hancock (1-2) to the mound, while Dakota...

    Reds vs. Angels Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, April 19, 2024

    The Cincinnati Reds (9-9) will try to put a stop to their current three-game losing streak when they host the Los Angeles Angels (9-10) at 6:40 PM ET on BSOH Friday. Bookmakers consider the Reds to be -126 favorites to...

    more mlb-picks news