Pittsburgh Pirates vs Toronto Blue Jays Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/24

MLB game preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates travel to face the Toronto Blue Jays in an MLB regular season game. The game takes place at the Rogers Centre on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 12:15 PM. The Pirates have a record of 26-26 and are on a two-game losing streak, while the Blue Jays stand at 25-27 with a four-game winning streak.

Mitch Keller will start on the mound for the Pirates. He has a record of 4-2 with a 3.86 ERA this season. The Blue Jays will counter with Dylan Cease, who holds a 3-2 record and a 2.98 ERA. The game will air on PEAC, and though rain is in the forecast, the retractable roof at Rogers Centre should keep the conditions in check.

Pittsburgh Pirates Team Preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates have had mixed results in their recent games. In their most recent game on May 23rd against the Toronto Blue Jays, they lost 5-2. They managed only five hits, with Bryan Reynolds being the standout hitter, going 2 for 3 with a run.

In the game on May 22nd, the Pirates fell again to the Blue Jays with a score of 6-2. Bubba Chandler had a strong performance on the mound, striking out 11 over five innings. Despite Chandler’s efforts, the offense could not muster enough runs to support him.

However, the Pirates found success against the St. Louis Cardinals on May 21st with a 6-2 victory. Braxton Ashcraft pitched seven strong innings, allowing only one earned run. The team’s hitting was solid, with Brandon Lowe and Henry Davis each hitting home runs to contribute to the win.

Pirates vs Blue Jays Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Toronto Blue Jays
  • Venue: Rogers Centre in Toronto, ON
  • Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Pirates Moneyline +135, Blue Jays Moneyline -161

Toronto Blue Jays Team Preview

The Toronto Blue Jays have been on a winning streak in their recent games. They secured a 5-2 win against the Pittsburgh Pirates on May 23rd. George Springer and Tyler Heineman both hit home runs, contributing to the victory.

In the game on May 22nd, the Blue Jays won 6-2 over the Pirates. Kevin Gausman pitched 6 2/3 innings, allowing only 1 earned run. George Springer led the team with 2 RBIs.

On May 21st, the Blue Jays defeated the New York Yankees 2-0. Braydon Fisher pitched well, with 4 strikeouts in just over one inning. George Springer’s home run helped seal the win.

BTB Betting Pick

The Blue Jays are favored to win with a moneyline of -161. The Pirates have a moneyline of +135. The Blue Jays have a slightly better pitching ranking and a better on-base percentage, so they are the pick to win. The projected score for the game is Blue Jays 4, Pirates 3.

The total for this game is set at 7.5 runs. Both teams have strong pitching, with the Blue Jays having a slightly lower earned run average. With a projected total of 7 runs, the recommendation is to take the under at 7.5 (-110).