Game Details:
Matchup: Blue Jays vs Dodgers
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | 10:10 PM ET
Venue: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
Betting Line: Dodgers -1.5 | Over/Under: 8.5
Key Storylines
Postseason Implications in Play: The Blue Jays travel west to take on the Dodgers in a crucial late-season matchup that could shape the postseason outlook for both clubs. Toronto is fighting to secure a Wild Card spot in the American League, while the Dodgers aim to solidify home-field advantage throughout the National League playoffs.
Pitching Duel Looms: The game is expected to feature a marquee pitching battle between Blue Jays ace Kevin Gausman and Dodgers workhorse Walker Buehler. Gausman, who owns a 3.12 ERA and 215 strikeouts on the season, will look to outduel Buehler, who has quietly returned to form post-injury with a 2.98 ERA since the All-Star break.
Dodgers’ Recent Dominance: Los Angeles has been playing its best baseball in September and October, winning 13 of their last 16 games. With Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman heating up at the right time, the Dodgers have surged to one of the best records in MLB.
Injury Report
Blue Jays:
Out: Jordan Romano (elbow), Danny Jansen (wrist)
Questionable: Matt Chapman (quad)
Dodgers:
Out: Max Muncy (oblique), Dustin May (Tommy John), Joe Kelly (forearm)
Questionable: Gavin Lux (hamstring)
Betting Trends
Against the Spread (Run Line):
Blue Jays: 71-81 ATS
Dodgers: 84-68 ATS
Over/Under Trends:
Total has gone over in 5 of the last 7 games between these teams
Total has gone under in 7 of Dodgers’ last 10 home games
Moneyline Performance:
Dodgers are 49-28 at home this season
Blue Jays are 38-39 on the road
Player Props to Watch
Bo Bichette (Blue Jays) – Hits Total: 1.5
Bichette has hit safely in 8 of his last 10 games, and a warm night at Dodger Stadium could be favorable for hitters.
Mookie Betts (Dodgers) – Total Bases: 2.5
Betts has four multi-hit games in his last five and is a strong over candidate with the way he’s locked in at the plate.
Prediction & Best Bets
Spread: Dodgers -1.5 → With Buehler pitching at home and the Dodgers lineup playing with swagger, they are well-positioned to cover the run line.
Total: Under 8.5 → The pitching matchup strongly favors the under, especially with both starters capable of going deep into games.
Player Prop: Mookie Betts Over 2.5 total bases → Betts is blistering the ball lately, and he should continue to thrive in this high-profile matchup.
Expect a tightly contested game early, but Los Angeles’ depth and bullpen advantage may prove decisive late. The Blue Jays will need Gausman at his absolute best to steal this one at Chavez Ravine.
Final Score Prediction: Dodgers 4, Blue Jays 2
