The Boston Red Sox face the Toronto Blue Jays in a three-game series starting April 27. Both teams are looking to improve their standings in the AL East after inconsistent starts to the season.
Key points
Red Sox are 11-17 and in fifth place in the AL East.
Blue Jays hold a 12-15 record and are in fourth place.
Dylan Cease has a 1-0 record and 2.10 ERA for Toronto.
Ranger Suarez has a 1-2 record and 4.00 ERA for Boston.
Blue Jays have been effective against left-handed pitchers at home.
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Red Sox vs. Blue Jays prediction: Odds, recent stats, trends, and best bets for April 27
The Boston Red Sox (11-17) open a three-game series against the Blue Jays (12-15) tonight north of the border in Toronto. They hope to build on the slight bit of momentum earned from back-to-back wins over the weekend in Baltimore. The Red Sox enter this matchup in fifth place in the AL East, attempting to climb back into contention after a surprisingly slow start to the 2026 season. Toronto, sitting just ahead in fourth, has shown similar inconsistency resulting in a 12-15 record overall, including an 8-7 mark at home. Both teams are desperate to start this series on a high note and establish dominance in a crowded AL East landscape.
Toronto holds an advantage on the mound as they start right-hander Dylan Cease. Cease has been dominant to start the season. He takes the ball with a 1-0 record, a 2.10 ERA, and an American League-leading 44 strikeouts over just 25.2 innings. The Blue Jays have won both of his previous home starts, and his high-strikeout ability makes him a formidable opponent for a Red Sox lineup that has been consistently inconsistent, ranking 27th in MLB with a .669 OPS.
The Red Sox will counter with left-hander Ranger Suarez, who brings a 1-2 record and a 4.00 ERA into the matchup. Much like Boston as a whole, Suarez has had an inconsistent start to his 2026 campaign, failing to complete five innings in three of his five starts, and will be tasked with slowing down a Blue Jays lineup that has performed better recently, going 5-5 in their last 10 games. Toronto has been effective against left-handed pitchers at home this season, batting .261, making this a challenging assignment for the lefty.
Lets dive into tonight’s matchup and find a sweat or two.
Q&A
What are the current records of the Red Sox and Blue Jays for April 27?
The Red Sox have an 11-17 record, while the Blue Jays are at 12-15.
Who is starting for the Blue Jays against the Red Sox on April 27?
Dylan Cease is starting for the Blue Jays, boasting a 1-0 record and a 2.10 ERA.
How has Ranger Suarez performed for the Red Sox this season?
Ranger Suarez has a 1-2 record with a 4.00 ERA and has struggled to complete five innings in three of his five starts.
What trends should bettors consider for the Red Sox vs. Blue Jays game?
Bettors should note that the Blue Jays have been effective against left-handed pitchers at home, batting .261, and have won both of Cease's previous home starts.
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Game Details and How to Watch: Red Sox vs. Blue Jays
Date: Monday, April 27, 2026
Time: 7:07PM EST
Site: Rogers Centre
City: Toronto, ON
Network/Streaming: MLB.TV, NESN, Sportsnet One
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The Blue Jays are 8-7 at home this season
The Red Sox are 6-9 on the road this season
The Red Sox are 9-19 on the Run Line this season
The Blue Jays are 10-17 on the Run Line this season
The OVER has cashed 15 times in Boston’s 28 games this season (15-13)
The OVER has cashed 14 times in the Jays’ 27 games this season (14-13)
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