Toronto Blue Jays vs New York Yankees Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/19

MLB game preview

The Toronto Blue Jays are set to take on the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 7:05 PM. Fans can catch the game on the YES channel.

The Blue Jays come into this game with a 21-26 record, sitting third in the AL East. They have gone 5-5 in their last 10 games. The Yankees, with a 29-19 record, hold second place in the division and have a 3-7 record over their last 10 games.

Toronto Blue Jays Team Preview

The Toronto Blue Jays have had a mixed run in their recent games. In their latest outing against the New York Yankees, they lost 7-6. Ernie Clement and George Springer both hit home runs, contributing to the team’s nine hits in the game.

Earlier in the week, the Blue Jays secured a 4-1 win over the Detroit Tigers. Kevin Gausman pitched six innings without giving up any earned runs. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Daulton Varsho made notable contributions with their hitting.

The Blue Jays’ batting average this season ranks eighth at .243. Their pitching staff has a 4.03 ERA, placing them 14th in the league. Dylan Cease is expected to start the next game, with a current record of 3-1 and a 2.41 ERA.

Blue Jays vs Yankees Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Toronto Blue Jays vs. New York Yankees
  • Venue: Yankee Stadium in New York, NY
  • Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Blue Jays Moneyline +117, Yankees Moneyline -142, Blue Jays Runline +1.5 (-177), Yankees Runline -1.5 (+147), Total Over 9.0 (-105), Total Under 9.0 (-115)

New York Yankees Team Preview

The New York Yankees recently had mixed results in their games. They secured a 7-6 win against the Toronto Blue Jays on May 18th, 2026, with strong performances from their hitters. Paul Goldschmidt, Jazz Chisholm Jr., and Cody Bellinger each hit a home run in this close game.

In their game against the New York Mets on May 17th, 2026, the Yankees lost 7-6. Anthony Volpe was a standout with a hit and three RBIs. Despite the loss, Elmer Rodríguez had a solid outing, allowing just one earned run in 4 1/3 innings.

The Yankees’ team batting average is .237, ranking them 12th in the league. They lead the league with 71 home runs, showcasing their power at the plate. On the pitching side, the team holds a 3.35 ERA, placing them 4th in the league, with a strong performance from their starters and relievers. Will Warren, with a 5-1 record and 3.42 ERA, is set to start in their next game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Yankees are favored to win with a moneyline of -142. They have a strong pitching staff, ranking 4th in ERA and 3rd in batting average against. Their hitting is also powerful, leading the league in home runs. This combination makes them the pick to win, with a projected score of Yankees 5, Blue Jays 3.

The total for this game is set at 9.0 runs. The Yankees have a top-ranked slugging percentage, while the Blue Jays have the highest number of strikeouts. This suggests a lower-scoring game. Therefore, the under 9.0 is recommended, as the projected total score is 8 runs.