The Tampa Bay Rays (77-82) and Toronto Blue Jays (91-68) meet Friday to open a 3-game series. First pitch from Rogers Centre is set for 7:07 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's MLB odds around the Rays vs. Blue Jays odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Rays lead 7-3

The Rays, who sit fourth in the AL East and are out of playoff contention, lost 6-5 at the Baltimore Orioles Thursday, closing as -111 favorites with the Over (8.5) cashing. RP Kevin Kelly came in and took the loss, allowing 2 earned runs in 1/3 innings. Tampa Bay has struggled over the last few weeks, going 4-7 in its last 11 games.

The Blue Jays, who are still aiming for the No. 1 seed in the AL, are tied at the top with the New York Yankees,

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