Athletics vs Blue Jays: Game 1 prediction, odds, injuries and picks

The Athletics and Toronto Blue Jays are set to begin a series on Thursday. Both these teams have been struggling lately but they have also shown that they can do some damage on offense.

The Athletics are 23-33 while the Blue Jays are 27-28. Here is a look at the odds for this matchup and some predictions.

Athletics vs. Blue Jays prediction

MLB: Toronto Blue Jays at Los Angeles Angels - Source: Imagn

Jacob Lopez is set to start for the Athletics in the series opener, with an ERA of 2.57. He has yet to win a game; however, he also hasn't been getting much run support.

Brent Rooker is leading the way with 12 home runs, and he is capable of breaking out at any time. The Athletics will need to score a lot of runs as they are facing a good offensive team.

Toronto has been getting good play from many players on its roster, including Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who leads the way with a .279 batting average. The Blue Jays continue to be a better team at home, which will be a key in this matchup.

Jose Berrios will be on the mound, and he is 1-2 with a 4.22 ERA. Look for him to set the tone as Toronto wins the series opener.

Prediction: Toronto Blue Jays 6, Athletics 3

Athletics vs. Blue Jays odds

Money Line: Athletics +140, Toronto Blue Jays -165

Run Spread: Athletics +1.5 (-150), Blue Jays -1.5 (+125)

Total Runs: Over 8.5 (EVEN), Under 8.5 (-120)

Athletics vs. Blue Jays injuries

Athletics injury report

Nick Kurtz (1B): 10-day IL (Left hip flexor strain)

Zack Gelof (2B): 60-day IL (Stress reaction in ribs)

Ken Waldichuk (LHP): 60-day IL (Left elbow sprain)

T.J. McFarland (LHP): 15-day IL (Left adductor strain)

Brady Basso (LHP): 60-day IL (Left shoulder strain)

Jose Leclerc (RHP): 60-day IL (Right lat strain)

Toronto Blue Jays injury report

Erik Swanson (RHP): 15-day IL (Median nerve entrapment)

Andres Gimenez (INF): 10-day IL (Right quad strain)

Max Scherzer (RHP): 60-day IL (Right thumb inflammation)

Nick Sandlin (RHP): 15-day IL (Right lat strain)

Yimi Garcia (RHP): TBD (Right shoulder impingement)

Ryan Burr (RHP): 60-day IL (Right shoulder inflammation)

Athletics vs. Bule Jays picks

This is a game that should be won by the Toronto Blue Jays, and they are the team to focus on when making picks.

Money Line: Toronto Blue Jays -165

Run Spread: Blue Jays -1.5 (+125)

Total Runs: Over 8.5 (EVEN)

About the author

Ryan Burks is a baseball journalist at Sportskeeda with over 7 years of experience in the field, writing for publications such as Knup Sports. Ryan graduated from Elmhurst College in 2009 with a degree in Communications.

Ryan is a huge Chicago Cubs fan and enjoys their storied history and traditions. His favorite sporting moment was when the Cubs won the 2016 World Series, breaking a championship drought that dated back to 1908.

His favorite player was Ken Griffey Jr., as Ryan grew up during his prime and he was the coolest player in league history. Greg Maddux also deserves a mention, as he was truly amazing on the mound.

When not working or watching sports, Ryan coaches basketball and baseball, loves fishing, and spends time with his family.

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Athletics vs Blue Jays: Game 1 prediction, odds, injuries and picks - May 29, 2025