Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers will face off against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first game of the 2025 World Series this Friday night. The Dodgers have made their way through the playoffs, defeating the Reds, Phillies, and Brewers to reach their second consecutive World Series. In contrast, the Blue Jays have outperformed the Yankees and Mariners, securing a spot in the World Series for the first time since 1993.
Left-handed pitcher Blake Snell, boasting a 3-0 record with a 0.86 ERA, will take the mound for the Dodgers, while Trey Yesavage, with a 2-1 record and 4.20 ERA, will pitch for the Blue Jays.
The game will kick off at Rogers Centre in Toronto at 8 p.m. ET. According to the latest odds from DraftKings Sportsbook, Los Angeles is favored at -156 on the money line (risk $156 to win $100), with Toronto positioned as underdogs at +131 (risk $100 to win $130). The total for the over/under is set at 7.5 runs.
The spotlight is also on Shohei Ohtani, who has several popular props, including total bases (over/under 1.5), hits (0.5), and runs batted in (0.5), with +210 odds of hitting a home run.
Before placing any bets, review the successful predictions and insights available from SportsLine’s expert model, which simulates every MLB game 10,000 times.
Why the Blue Jays Might Succeed
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been a formidable presence for Toronto this postseason, leading the team with a .442 batting average, 6 home runs, and 12 RBIs. He enters Game 1 on a strong four-game hitting streak.
George Springer has also been a key player, notably contributing with four home runs and nine RBIs during the playoffs, including a pivotal three-run homer in Game 7 of the ALCS.
Why the Dodgers Might Triumph
Two-way star Shohei Ohtani has excelled with five home runs and nine RBIs this postseason. Recently, he showcased his power by hitting three solo homers in a single game against the Brewers. Ohtani stands out with his stats, finishing the regular season with 55 home runs—the third highest in MLB—and 102 RBIs.
Lastly, right fielder Teoscar Hernandez is a crucial aspect for the Dodgers’ offense, leading the team with 11 RBIs and contributing to their overall successful season.
Making Informed Picks
According to SportsLine’s projections, there are betting opportunities worth considering, projecting a total of 9.4 runs for the game and emphasizing the over on Ohtani’s total bases.
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