Boston Falls 9-3 to Toronto - Recap
Toronto got a 9-3 victory over Boston on Wednesday, with Jesse Litsch earning the victory and helping Blue Jays moneyline bettors cash out.
Bettors who backed the Blue Jays were rewarded as +120 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 9.5.
Jesse Litsch earned the victory for the Blue Jays, throwing 5 2/3 innings of work, striking out 4, walking 1, and allowing 6 hits and 3 earned runs. That effort was supported by 3 RBIs from John McDonald in the win.
Boston got a 6 2/3-inning outing from John Lackey in the loss. He gave up 9 earned runs, 5 walks and 9 hits in his time on the mound, while Adrian Gonzalez had 2 hits in the loss for the Red Sox.
Toronto outhit their counterparts 12-7 in the game.
Toronto looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Minnesota. Boston will aim to get back on the winning track at New York.