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Blue Jays vs Dodgers Prediction: Scherzer vs Kershaw Headlines Friday Night Showdown
Two future Hall of Fame arms take center stage Friday, August 8, 2025, as the Toronto Blue Jays visit the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. First pitch is set for 10:10 PM ET under clear skies, with both clubs looking to strengthen their hold atop their divisions.
The Blue Jays (68-48) ride a three-game winning streak into L.A., while the Dodgers (66-49) aim to bounce back from a 5-3 loss to St. Louis. Oddsmakers have the Dodgers favored at -151 on the moneyline, with the Blue Jays at +127 and the total sitting at 9.0 runs.
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Blue Jays Can Win If…
Max Scherzer turns back the clock. The 41-year-old righty (2-1, 4.39 ERA) is coming off his best start of the season, allowing just one run over six innings against Kansas City. Toronto’s offense is scorching after a 20-1 demolition of Colorado, pounding out 24 hits with 5 home runs.
The Jays lead MLB in batting average (.270) and on-base percentage (.338) while ranking second in doubles (212). Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (.296, 18 HR) and Bo Bichette (.301) continue to drive the attack, and if they get to Kershaw early, Scherzer may have the cushion he needs.
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Dodgers Can Win If…
Clayton Kershaw delivers another gem. The veteran lefty (5-2, 3.29 ERA) blanked Tampa Bay over six innings in his last start, showing improved slider command. L.A.’s lineup ranks second in both slugging percentage and home runs, led by Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman.
If Kershaw can neutralize Toronto’s high-contact bats and the Dodgers’ power shows up — they own a .255 team average — the home team should prevail.
Key MLB Betting Trends
| Trend Type | Blue Jays | Dodgers |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline Form | Won 3 straight | Lost 2 of last 3 |
| Run Line Record | Covered in 5 of last 7 wins | Covered in 4 of last 6 wins |
| Total (O/U) | Over is 6-2 in last 8 road games | Over is 4-1 in last 5 home games |
| Head-to-Head | Lost last 3 vs Dodgers | Won last 3 vs Blue Jays |
The Lean
This is as much of a showcase as it is a ballgame, but the edge goes to the Dodgers’ power and home-field advantage. My projection calls for Los Angeles to pull out a 5-4 win.
Best Bet: Dodgers ML (-151)
Bonus Lean: Over 9.0 (-111) — both lineups are in the top tier offensively and should give the legends on the mound a test.
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