Blue Jays vs. Rays: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Blue Jays vs. Rays MLB game on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Blue Jays
José Soriano 9-6, 3.17 ERA
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5
Tropicana Field
Rays
Nick Martinez 12-3, 2.74 ERA
Tropicana Field
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Blue Jays
2 0 2 2 2 0 2 0 0 10 17 0
Rays
0 0 0 3 0 0 0 2 0 5 13 1
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Blue Jays
    100%
  • Rays
    0%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Jonathan Aranda flies out to left field to Myles Straw.
Quick Box Score
Blue Jays Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 B. Bateman CF6121001.3330.666
2 N. Lukes RF5110012.2000.533
3 A. Kirk C6233100.5001.667
4 G. Springer DH4131011.7501.800
5 M. Straw LF1000000.0000.000
6 K. Okamoto 1B5111101.2001.000
7 A. Giménez SS5010000.2000.400
8 E. Clement 2B5330000.6001.200
9 J. Smith 3B4122101.5001.750
Rays Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 C. Simpson LF5020000.4000.800
2 J. Caminero 3B5020000.4000.800
3 J. Aranda 1B5010002.2000.400
4 Y. Díaz DH4120000.5001.000
5 L. Hicks C4110000.2500.500
6 R. Vilade RF3120000.6671.334
7 C. Mullins CF3111000.3330.583
8 R. Palacios 2B3111000.3330.583
9 T. Walls SS4012001.2500.500

Blue Jays vs. Rays: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Tuesday

  • Teams: Toronto Blue Jays vs. Tampa Bay Rays
  • Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
  • Time: 6:40PM ET
  • Venue: Tropicana Field

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Blue Jays (+1.5, -170), Rays (-1.5, +167)
  • Moneyline: Blue Jays +122, Rays -125
  • Total (Over/Under): 7.5 runs (+104/-104)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Blue Jays: 47.1%
  • Rays: 52.9%

Dimers' predictive MLB model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Blue Jays a win probability of 47.1%, while the Rays have a win probability of 52.9%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Rays are more likely to beat the Blue Jays in the MLB game at Tropicana Field on Tuesday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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