Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox Picks and Predictions April 29th 2025

Red Sox vs Blue Jays Game Preview: AL East Rivals Reignite in Toronto

Two American League East clubs searching for rhythm collide Tuesday night when the Boston Red Sox open a three-game set against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Boston enters the series riding the high of an offensive explosion, while Toronto is hoping to shake off a disastrous road trip.

At the center of this matchup is left-hander Garrett Crochet, who will take the mound for Boston with one goal in mind: reestablish his dominance early. His last outing was uncharacteristic, and the Red Sox ace seems determined to get back to his roots as a power pitcher.

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Crochet Vows to Pitch With Power After Last Outing

Garrett Crochet’s last start—against the Seattle Mariners—left much to be desired. Over five innings, he surrendered four runs on five hits and walked a career-high five batters. Most of the damage came early, as the Mariners struck for two runs in each of the first two innings.

After the game, Crochet took full responsibility for the loss. “The game was the first two innings that I pitched,” he said bluntly. “That was really what lost us the game.”

But what stood out most in his postgame reflection was a renewed mindset. Crochet admitted he spent too much time trying to place pitches rather than unleashing his elite velocity.

“It became something where I was trying to pitch instead of just throwing,” he explained. “Once I started getting back to my roots and just being a power pitcher, I was able to get guys out.”

Crochet’s performance this season still paints a positive picture overall. He holds a 2-2 record with a 1.95 ERA and enters this start with solid confidence despite the stumble. This will be his second meeting with Toronto in 2024. Back on April 8 at Fenway Park, he allowed four runs—only one earned—across 5 2/3 innings. In four career outings (two starts) against the Blue Jays, he’s 2-1 with a sparkling 0.66 ERA over 13 2/3 innings.

For deeper insight into how he matches up against Toronto’s hitters, use the MLB Expert Betting Guide for matchup analysis and strategy.

Toronto Sends Out Bowden Francis

Facing off against Crochet will be right-hander Bowden Francis, who brings a 2-3 record and 3.58 ERA into the contest. He’s yet to face Boston this season but has enjoyed strong results against them historically. Over five career games (including two starts), Francis owns a 1-0 record and a 0.00 ERA with 11 strikeouts in 14 2/3 innings.

His ability to keep Boston hitters off balance could be critical, especially given how locked in the Red Sox lineup looked over the weekend.

Red Sox Offense Erupts Against Cleveland

Boston closed out their last series with a statement, crushing the Cleveland Guardians 13-3 on Sunday. It was an all-around offensive clinic, with several players contributing—but no one stood out more than Kristian Campbell.

The rookie went 2-for-2 with four runs scored, a double, three walks, two RBIs, and a stolen base. Manager Alex Cora called it “probably one of his best, if not the best, game of the season.”

That type of performance was just what the Red Sox needed to regain confidence after splitting the first two games in Cleveland. And with a visit to Toronto on deck, their timing couldn’t be better.

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Blue Jays Hope Home Cooking Reverses Slide

Toronto returns to Rogers Centre desperate for a turnaround after a 1-5 road trip that included being swept by the New York Yankees in a Sunday doubleheader. The Jays managed just seven runs in three games at Yankee Stadium and struggled mightily with runners in scoring position—going 2-for-17 in the twin bill alone.

Before that, Toronto also dropped three straight to the Houston Astros, scoring just two total runs in that series. The offense is clearly in a funk, and manager John Schneider knows what has to change.

“Better at-bats with guys on base and taking advantage of mistakes,” Schneider said. “We talk about this all the time. We know we have the guys that can do it.”

One encouraging note for Toronto: center fielder Daulton Varsho is expected to return soon from a minor league rehab assignment after undergoing offseason rotator cuff surgery. The Jays are counting on his return to bolster their outfield depth and give a boost to their struggling lineup.

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Series Overview: What to Watch

This three-game series presents contrasting narratives. The Red Sox are surging at the plate, while the Blue Jays are looking to wake up theirs. On the mound, Crochet will be in bounce-back mode, likely attacking with velocity early. Francis will try to build on his career success against Boston and give Toronto a much-needed quality start.

The Red Sox are entering a pivotal part of their schedule and will be tested by divisional opponents. A strong showing in Toronto could help solidify their case as legitimate AL East contenders.

Toronto, on the other hand, needs wins—and fast. They’ll hope the friendly confines of Rogers Centre bring better fortune than what they saw on the road.

You can track live betting lines and in-game developments through the MLB Odds Portal for this series.

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FAQs

When is the Red Sox vs Blue Jays game?
Tuesday night in Toronto, opening a three-game AL East series.

Who are the expected starters?
Garrett Crochet (Red Sox) and Bowden Francis (Blue Jays) are the probable starters.

What’s Crochet’s record against Toronto?
He’s 2-1 with a 0.66 ERA in four appearances.

Why has Toronto struggled lately?
The Blue Jays have struggled with runners in scoring position and totaled just seven runs in their last three games.

Who stood out for Boston in their last series?
Kristian Campbell had a huge game against the Guardians with four runs, two RBIs, and three walks.

Where can I get more betting info for this matchup?
Visit the MLB Picks Page for daily predictions and player props.