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Red-Hot Yankees, Judge Take On Slumping Blue Jays
After a strong interleague and AL Central start, the New York Yankees are back to divisional business. On Friday, they open a nine-game stretch against the American League East, starting with the Toronto Blue Jays, who are searching for answers during a rough skid.
The Yankees enter the series at 17-8, fresh off a 5-1 win over Cleveland and a 4-3 road trip. Their power lineup—and especially Aaron Judge—is heating up fast.
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Aaron Judge: MLB’s Most Dangerous Hitter Right Now
Aaron Judge is on an absolute tear. He leads all of Major League Baseball with a .415 average and a 1.247 OPS. Over his past 21 games, he’s reached base consistently and is now 33-for-79 (.418) with multiple on-base games in 19 of those.
He tripled and reached base three times in Wednesday’s win, fueling the Yankees’ offense alongside teammate Paul Goldschmidt, who’s hitting .383 on the year and .419 over his last 19 games.
“He’s a great hitter. Very smart. Obviously, physically gifted but does a lot of little things that stick out,” said Goldschmidt.
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Blue Jays’ Offensive Woes Deepen
Things couldn’t be more different in Toronto. The Blue Jays have dropped five in a row, outscored 31-9 during that stretch. Their lineup is collectively hitting just .188, with 46 strikeouts and just 15 walks over those five games.
The recent sweep by Houston saw the Jays go 9-for-90 across three games. Key hitters like Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette are performing below their standards. Anthony Santander is mired in an 0-for-17 slump, while Alejandro Kirk and Andres Gimenez are struggling to get the ball in play.
“Everybody believes in each other, and that’s the only thing that matters,” said George Springer, who’s one of the few hitting well (.333).
Injury updates, lineup adjustments, and slump analysis are all covered on the MLB Expert Betting Guide.
Friday’s Pitching Duel: Berrios vs. Carrasco
Right-hander Jose Berrios (1-1, 5.02 ERA) has been inconsistent in April. He pitched well early but has since given up seven runs over his last two outings, including a six-inning loss to Seattle. He even accused Cal Raleigh of sign-stealing in that matchup.
Berrios has historically struggled against the Yankees—posting a 4-8 record with a 5.22 ERA in 14 starts. Judge in particular has crushed him, going 11-for-32 with 4 HRs and 9 RBIs.
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Yankees Counter With Carrasco
The Yankees send Carlos Carrasco (2-1, 6.53 ERA) to the mound. After a solid start against the Royals, he faltered versus Tampa Bay, allowing four runs in four innings.
Carrasco has been better historically against Toronto, with a 5-2 record and 4.70 ERA in 11 appearances. He last faced the Jays in June 2024, tossing six sharp innings and striking out seven.
Get matchup details and predictive models on both pitchers at the MLB Odds Page.
FAQs About Yankees vs Blue Jays Series
How is Aaron Judge performing right now?
Judge leads MLB in batting average (.415) and OPS (1.247), and is reaching base in nearly every game.
What’s wrong with the Blue Jays’ offense?
They’re in a team-wide slump, hitting just .188 during a five-game losing streak and struggling to move runners.
Who’s pitching in Friday’s game?
Jose Berrios (Blue Jays) vs. Carlos Carrasco (Yankees). Both have had inconsistent Aprils.
How does Berrios perform vs. the Yankees?
He’s 4-8 with a 5.22 ERA and has struggled particularly against Aaron Judge.
Is Paul Goldschmidt bouncing back?
Yes. He’s hitting .383 on the year and .419 over his last 19 games, helping balance the Yankees’ offense.
Where can I get daily predictions and picks?
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