Albert
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1d
My Prediction
Toronto Blue Jays by 2This showdown at the Rogers Centre should have both teams hankering for a win, with the majestic cityscape of Toronto rolling out the backdrop. And if you love a stadium that leans a tad more favorable towards the pitchers, you are in for a treat, my friend!
Taking the hill for the Yanks is Will Warren, boasting a slightly inflated 4.31 ERA and a 1.36 WHIP-- not the star of the show, but hardly the worst act either. His counterpart for the evening on the Blue Jays’ mound is Jose Berrios, a namesake that’s no stranger to the sport with an impressive 3.27 ERA and a 1.22 WHIP this season. Can we expect an aerial fireworks display? Perhaps not, but don’t rule out some gems from either side of the hill because, as they say, pitchers have their moments too.
The Yanks' lineup poses a real threat, headlined by Jazz Chisholm Jr., whose sparkling .308 batting average matches his jazzy personality. Then there's Cody Bellinger batting at .295 and the man they call 'The Judge', Aaron Judge, who likes it when the ball takes flight, evidenced by his 11 homers this season.
However, the 'Stro Show' isn't to be overlooked. Top of the order is Ernie Clement swinging at a .346 average, followed by Alejandro Kirk and his .323 average and George Springer, who is a general nuisance for opponents with his knack for timely hitting. And let's not ignore the young bucks, Barger, and Bichette, who look more than capable of pulling the Blue Jays through.
Looking at the review mirror at previous matchups, it seems the ping pong was rather back and forth. But most recent battles went Toronto's way — something Yankee fans must be shedding their pinstriped tears over. The Yankees have a win-loss record of 48-37, just edging out the Jays 47-38. However, that's a difference as negligible as a single popcorn kernel at a ball game, folks!
Let's meander down memory lane. The Yankees had a rough last two games against the Blue Jays but rallied hard against the Athletics earlier. The Blue Jays, ecstatic after beating the Yanks, also had a topsy-turvy series against the Red Sox. Boy, it’s like a rollercoaster ride, only without the safety bars and the hysteric screaming.
In the end, I’m leaning towards the group of men named after a bird species who aren't even blue in reality! With their near impressive record, recent boost in form and, the Berrios magic on their side, they seem just about good for it.
Albert’s Prediction: Toronto Blue Jays by 2