Toronto Blue Jays vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/17
The Toronto Blue Jays will play against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field in Phoenix. The Blue Jays have a record of 7-11 and are ranked fifth in the AL East. They have lost their last two games and have won only three of their last ten games.
The Arizona Diamondbacks hold a record of 11-8 and are third in the NL West. They are on a winning streak of two games and have been successful in seven of their last ten games. The game is scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, at 9:40 PM and will air on ARID.
Toronto Blue Jays Team Preview
The Toronto Blue Jays are preparing for their next game with Eric Lauer as the probable starting pitcher. Lauer has a record of 1-2 this season. He holds a 7.82 ERA and has struck out 12 batters so far.
The Blue Jays have faced some close games recently, with two consecutive 2-1 losses to the Milwaukee Brewers. In those games, their hitting struggled with only five and six hits, respectively. However, they did manage a 9-7 win against the Brewers, showing their ability to score when needed.
Key players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Andrés Giménez have been consistent contributors. Guerrero Jr. has a batting average of .323, while Giménez has a .292 average. They are crucial in the lineup, providing offensive support for the team.
Blue Jays vs Diamondbacks Game Day Info
- Sport: MLB
- Teams: Toronto Blue Jays vs. Arizona Diamondbacks
- Venue: Chase Field in Phoenix, AZ
- Date: Friday, April 17, 2026
- Betting Odds: Blue Jays Moneyline +113, Diamondbacks Moneyline -137
Arizona Diamondbacks Team Preview
The Arizona Diamondbacks have had a solid run recently. In their last five games, they have won three times. They managed to secure victories over the Orioles and Phillies, showing good form on the road.
The Diamondbacks’ hitting lineup is showing strength with players like Ildemaro Vargas and Corbin Carroll. Vargas has a high batting average of .383, while Carroll has an average of .311. These players have been key contributors in recent games.
On the pitching side, Michael Soroka will be the starting pitcher against the Blue Jays. Soroka has an unbeaten record with three wins this season. His earned run average stands at 2.87, making him a reliable choice for the Diamondbacks.
BTB Betting Pick
The Diamondbacks are favored with a moneyline of -137. Their pitching, ranked 14th in ERA and 8th in batting average against, looks stronger than the Blue Jays. The Blue Jays’ pitching ERA is 23rd, which might give the Diamondbacks an edge. I recommend picking the Diamondbacks to win.
The total is set at 9.0. Both teams have similar home run stats, and their slugging percentages are close. The Blue Jays have a higher strikeout rate, ranked 1st. Given the pitching and hitting stats, I recommend taking the under 9.0 in this game.