On the evening of September 24, 2024, the Rogers Centre will be the stage for a pivotal MLB showdown as the Boston Red Sox go head-to-head with the Toronto Blue Jays, starting at 7:07 PM under light rain conditions. Brayan Bello, with a current ERA of 4.598, will start for the Red Sox, while the Blue Jays will counter with Bowden Francis, who holds an ERA of 3.466.

Looking at the standings within the 2024 AL East Division, the Red Sox find themselves in 9th place with a record of 79-78 and a winning percentage of .500. They boast 23 divisional victories against 24 losses, securing the 3rd position in the division race. With a strong recent performance of 5 wins in their last 10 matches and a current winning streak of three, they have shown resilience both at home and away. The Red Sox have scored a total of 738 runs this season while conceding 726.

Conversely, the Toronto Blue Jays are ranked 12th in the division, with a record of 73-84 and a winning percentage of .460. Positioned 5th in the division with 20 wins and 30 losses, they’ve won 4 of their last 10 games but are currently on a four-game losing streak. The Jays have balanced home (38-38) and road (35-46) records and have scored 653 runs while allowing 710 to their opponents.

As for the betting odds, the point spread is set at -1.5, and the over/under line is at 8.0. The money line odds are marked at +114 for the Red Sox, showing optimism for an away win, while the Blue Jays, favored at home, stand at -134. These odds underscore the close competitiveness expected in this late-season game, suggesting tight scoring and potential for either team to tip the balance.