Pick details
| MATCHUP | Toronto Blue Jays | New York Yankees |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 21-27 | 30-19 |
| Where | Yankee Stadium, Bronx, New York | |
| When | Wednesday, May 20, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:05 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
The Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Yankees will meet on Wednesday night in the third game of a four‑game American League East series at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York.
Toronto Blue Jays Betting Preview
The Toronto Blue Jays enter Wednesday’s contest with a 21–27 overall record (3rd in the American League East) and an abysmal 8–16 mark on the road. The Blue Jays offense has been inconsistent to this point in the season. Through 48 games played in 2026, the Toronto Blue Jays have compiled 198 runs scored (23rd in MLB), 71 doubles (20th in MLB), a .243 batting average and 44 home runs which ranks a rather low 20th in Major League Baseball.
The Blue Jays arrive at tomorrow’s game in poor form. More specifically, Toronto has lost six of the team’s last nine games played this season, including an 8–5 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays last week.
Toronto will turn to right hander Trey Yesavage in this contest. In four starts made this season, Yesavage has compiled a 1–1 win‑loss record, a 1.40 ERA, a 1.29 WHIP and 21 strikeouts, while allowing 17 hits and 8 walks in 19.1 innings pitched. Yesavage will look to continue his strong early season performance in tomorrow night’s matchup with the New York Yankees.
Shifting our attention to the Blue Jays offense, the Toronto lineup features third baseman Ernie Clement and first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Ernie Clement has amassed a .287 batting average, 13 doubles, 7 walks, 16 RBIs and a .721 OPS. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has tallied a .280 batting average, 3 home runs, 7 doubles, 23 walks, 21 RBIs and a .741 OPS.
New York Yankees Betting Preview
The New York Yankees enter Wednesday night’s matchup with a 30–19 overall record (2nd in the American League East) and a 16–6 mark at home. New York has played competitive baseball recently, winning two consecutive games, including a thrilling 7–6 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays two days ago.
New York will start right hander Cam Schlittler, who has undoubtedly been one of the most dominant pitchers in Major League Baseball this season. Let’s dive into Schlittler’s relevant player data to better shed light on my previous statement. In ten starts made this season, Schlittler has compiled a 6–1 record (2nd in MLB), a 1.35 ERA (1st in MLB), a 0.78 WHIP and a whopping 68 strikeouts (5th in MLB), while allowing 36 hits and 11 walks in 60.0 innings pitched.
The New York Yankees have compiled a productive lineup this season featuring Aaron Judge and Ben Rice. Judge enters this contest with a .261 batting average, 16 home runs (3rd in MLB), 30 RBIs, and a rather impressive .975 OPS. Ben Rice has compiled a .297 batting average, 33 RBIs, 16 home runs and a 1.068 OPS which ranks first in Major League Baseball.
Why the Toronto Blue Jays will win.
• Offensive balance. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Ernie continue to anchor the Blue Jays lineup.
• Enhanced motivation. The Toronto Blue Jays have lost six of the team’s last nine games played this season.
Why the New York Yankees will win.
• Starting pitching edge. In ten starts made this season, Cam Schlittler has compiled a 6–1 record (2nd in MLB), a 1.35 ERA (1st in MLB), a 0.78 WHIP and 68 strikeouts (5th in MLB) in 60.0 innings pitched.
• Home field advantage. The Yankees have amassed a 16–6 record at Yankee Stadium this season.
• Offensive production. Aaron Judge and Ben Rice provide a strong core to the Yankees lineup.
Toronto Blue Jays vs. New York Yankees Prediction
In my view, this matchup favors the New York Yankees. Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler enters tomorrow night’s contest with a strong 6-1 record and a 1.35 ERA which leads Major League Baseball. Conversely, Toronto hurler Trey Yesavage has been far more inconsistent, which is concerning when facing an outstanding New York lineup. It should also be noted that the Yankees have played exceptional baseball at home compiling a 16-6 win-loss record. With that said, I am backing the New York Yankees on the moneyline in this game.
Hans Geevers's Pick: New York Yankees ML
