Toronto Blue Jays (56-45) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (57-42)
The 2023 MLB season continues with a thrilling encounter on Monday, July 24, as the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Los Angeles Dodgers in an interleague matchup. The first pitch is set for 10:10 p.m. ET at the Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles, California.
The Dodgers, despite their recent hot streak, are facing some concerns with their pitching, especially with Michael Grove on the mound. On the other hand, the Blue Jays, backed by the impressive Jose Berrios, are looking to capitalize on this opportunity. The Dodgers are -160 moneyline favorites for this game, and the totals sit at 9 runs.
The Toronto Blue Jays have been performing well recently, ranking sixth in wRC+ over the last two weeks. Their disciplined approach at the plate has seen them walk in 10.2% of plate appearances while striking out in just 21.3%. The team has been making the most of their contact, hitting .281 with a .149 Isolated Power during this period.
The Blue Jays' hopes rest heavily on the shoulders of Jose Berrios. The right-hander has been in good form in 2023, limiting catastrophic outings to post a 3.39 ERA. In July, he has allowed just three earned runs in 18 1/3 innings. Despite occasional issues with walks, Berrios has managed to maintain a strikeout rate of 23.4% this season, a significant improvement from last season. His ground ball rate is also a solid 45.9%, which would be a career-best if maintained.