Blue Jays debut pitcher José Soriano faces Phillies as betting odds shift
Former Angel José Soriano makes his first appearance for Toronto against Philadelphia, while Zack Wheeler returns to the mound for the Phillies.
The Philadelphia Phillies will host the Toronto Blue Jays this weekend, featuring the debut of former Angel José Soriano, who was acquired at the MLB trade deadline. Soriano’s most recent victory came on June 13, ending a stretch of seven starts without a win, and he previously shut out the Giants with only three hits allowed. On the mound for the Phillies, Zack Wheeler enters with a 10-2 record, though he has given up five runs in his last five innings.
Betting analysts recommend a $50 bet on Wheeler and the Phillies at -220 through BetMGM. The article also notes the credibility of one outlet’s baseball handicapper, who has been profitable twice since 2019. Overall, the preview outlines the pitchers’ recent performances and the betting market’s expectations for the series.
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