Los Angeles Dodgers vs Toronto Blue Jays Picks and Predictions October 29th 2025

Toronto Blue Jays vs Los Angeles Dodgers Game 5 Preview

The Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers square off in Game 5 of the World Series on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Dodger Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET on FOX. The series is tied 2-2 after Toronto evened things with a 6-2 victory in Game 4 behind Shane Bieber’s steady start and a home run from Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

With the championship now a best-of-three, the Dodgers turn to ace Blake Snell (2.35 ERA), while Toronto counters with rookie sensation Trey Yesavage (3.21 ERA). Snell looks to avenge a rough Game 1 outing, while Yesavage aims to replicate his poised performance that opened the series.

Line Movement and Odds

Opening odds list the Dodgers as -206 favorites, while the Blue Jays sit as +173 underdogs. The total is 7.5 runs, with early money leaning toward the over after four straight games topping the number.

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Toronto Blue Jays Outlook

Toronto’s balanced approach has carried them through this postseason. Despite limited playoff experience, Trey Yesavage has displayed remarkable poise. The 22-year-old righty held the Dodgers to two runs over four innings in Game 1 before handing things off to a dominant bullpen.

At the plate, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. continues to anchor the offense. He’s homered in back-to-back games and leads the postseason with nine RBIs. Bo Bichette and Alejandro Kirk have also been key contributors, with Kirk’s Game 1 grand slam setting the tone for the series.

Toronto finished the regular season ranked first in batting average (.265) and second in on-base percentage (.331), emphasizing their ability to generate consistent contact. Their bullpen remains a major asset, allowing just three earned runs over the past 16 innings.

Injury Report

• George Springer (RF) – Day-to-Day, Side
• Yimi García (RP) – Out, Elbow
• Ryan Burr (RP) – Out, Shoulder
• Nick Sandlin (RP) – Out, Elbow
• Bowden Francis (SP) – Out, Shoulder
• Robinson Piña (SP) – Out, Elbow
• Angel Bastardo (SP) – Out, Elbow

Los Angeles Dodgers Outlook

After a marathon 18-inning Game 3 victory, the Dodgers’ bats cooled in Game 4, scoring just two runs and failing to capitalize with runners in scoring position. Shohei Ohtani went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts after reaching base 11 consecutive times over the previous two games, while Mookie Betts and Will Smith remain hitless in key moments since the series returned to Los Angeles.

Blake Snell gets the ball in Game 5, looking to rebound after giving up five earned runs in his previous start against Toronto. Before that outing, Snell had been dominant, going 3-0 with a 0.86 ERA through three postseason appearances. He has a strong history against the Blue Jays, boasting a 2.39 ERA across 16 career starts.

If the Dodgers can provide early run support, their bullpen — anchored by lefty Alex Vesia and long man Will Klein — will have a chance to control the late innings. Expect manager Dave Roberts to use a quick hook if Snell encounters trouble.

Injury Report

• Evan Phillips (RP) – Out, Elbow
• Brusdar Graterol (RP) – Out, Shoulder
• Tony Gonsolin (SP) – Out, Elbow
• Michael Grove (SP) – Out, Shoulder
• Nick Frasso (RP) – Out, Undisclosed
• Kyle Hurt (RP) – Out, Elbow
• Gavin Stone (SP) – Out, Shoulder
• River Ryan (SP) – Out, Elbow

Key Matchup / Path to Victory

The pitching duel between Blake Snell and Trey Yesavage defines Game 5. Snell’s postseason experience and strikeout ability contrast sharply with Yesavage’s youth and calm approach. Toronto’s bullpen depth could once again prove decisive, particularly if Yesavage delivers five steady innings.

The Dodgers’ offensive turnaround hinges on Ohtani, Freeman, and Betts finding rhythm at the top of the order. If they can pressure Toronto early and chase Yesavage, Los Angeles can regain series momentum heading back north.

Betting Trends

• Toronto is 6-3 straight up as underdogs in the 2025 postseason.
• Toronto is 7-2 against the runline as underdogs this postseason.
• The Dodgers are 11-3 straight up in night games during the 2025 playoffs.
• The Dodgers are 9-1 against league opponents in postseason play.
• The over has hit in 7 of the Blue Jays’ last 10 games.

Best Bets and Prediction

The Dodgers are favored behind Blake Snell’s postseason pedigree, but Toronto’s contact hitting and bullpen depth make them live underdogs. With the total at 7.5 and both lineups showing signs of offensive life, the over carries value.

Projected Score: Dodgers 5, Blue Jays 3
Best Bet: Dodgers Moneyline (-206)
Secondary Lean: Over 7.5 (-117)

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