The Baltimore Orioles and the Washington Nationals are both a win away from clinching the American League East and National League East division titles, respectively. Will each team accomplish the feat tonight? Or will the Toronto Orioles and the Atlanta Braves prevent the champagne bottles from bursting open – at least for tonight?
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[sc:MultiSportArticles ]Toronto Blue Jays vs. Baltimore Orioles (7:05 PM ET)
Line: Toronto Blue Jays (EVEN) at Baltimore Orioles (-110); total: 8.0 – view these lines
[sc:MLB240banner ]The Blue Jays can prolong the wait of Baltimore for its first division title in 17 years when the two teams resume their three-game series tonight. On the mound for the Blue Jays is Drew Hutchison (10-11, 4.36 ERA), who has a 2-0 record with an ERA of 1.78 over his last four mound appearances. He’ll duel with Ubaldo Jimenez (4-9, 4.96 ERA), whose last five starts have given Baltimore a 4-1 record.
Writer’s Prediction
Toronto wins.
Washington Nationals vs. Atlanta Braves (7:10 PM ET)
Line: Washington Nationals (-130) Atlanta Braves (+120); total: 7.0– view these lines
The Braves are pinning their hopes on Aaron Harang (11-10, 3.72 ERA) to arrest their four-game skid. The 36-year-old veteran has been superb against Washington this season, accumulating a 2-0 record with a 0.90 ERA in two starts opposite the Nats. The Nationals, meanwhile, will give the ball to Tanner Roark (13-10, 2.96), who keeps a 2-0 record with a 2.63 ERA in four career starts against the Braves.
Writer’s Prediction
Atlanta wins. Create a betting account now, and don’t miss to bet on these two big games.
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