The New York Yankees head north to Toronto with a clear edge on the mound, and the betting market has noticed. Right-hander Cam Schlittler has been one of the best starters in baseball, and he draws a date with Blue Jays veteran Kevin Gausman at Rogers Centre. New York opened as a road favorite and sits at -131 on the moneyline, with the run line priced at -1.5 (+135). Below, we break down the matchup and land on our featured side, total, and a bonus angle worth a look.
Last Updated: Saturday, June 13, 2026
NEW YORK YANKEES VS TORONTO BLUE JAYS DATE, TIME & HOW TO WATCH | |
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| Where | Rogers Centre, Toronto, Ontario |
| When | Saturday, June 13 – 3:07 PM ET |
| TV | YES Network (New York) / Sportsnet (Canada), stream on MLB.TV |
New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays Game Preview
The pitching matchup drives this game. Schlittler has been dominant, carrying a 1.87 ERA and a 0.87 WHIP that both rank near the top of the American League. He sits at 7-3 on the season and has limited hard contact and walks all year. You can review Cam Schlittler's 1.87 ERA and full game log for the supporting detail.
Gausman counters with steadier, more uneven numbers. The veteran righty is 4-4 with a 3.60 ERA and 79 strikeouts across 14 appearances. He still misses bats, however his run prevention has slipped from his early-season peak. The Blue Jays detailed Kevin Gausman's strong start to the 2026 season, but recent outings have been more vulnerable.
The team form tilts toward New York as well. The Yankees sit second in the AL East and have been a strong road club, entering on a short winning streak. Toronto, in contrast, has hovered near .500 and trails New York in the division. Still, the Blue Jays play better at home, where their record stands well above their road mark. That home comfort is the main equalizer here.
NEW YORK YANKEES VS TORONTO BLUE JAYS ODDS | |||
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| Run Line | Moneyline | Total | |
| NEW YORK YANKEES | -1.5 (+135) | -131 | U 7.5 (+100) |
| TORONTO BLUE JAYS | +1.5 (-160) | +109 | O 7.5 (-120) |
Odds accurate as of Saturday, June 13, 2026 via TheSpread.com. Odds change, get the latest MLB Odds - Futures - Props
NEW YORK YANKEES VS TORONTO BLUE JAYS WHO IS THE PUBLIC BETTING? | |||
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| NEW YORK YANKEES | 86% | 14% | TORONTO BLUE JAYS |
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Run Line Pick — New York Yankees -1.5
The Pick: New York Yankees Run Line -1.5 (+135)
The case for laying the run line starts with the arm. Schlittler has the profile to control a game, and his sub-1.00 WHIP means base runners are scarce. When an elite starter limits traffic, the favorite is more likely to win by multiple runs. At +135, the price pays better than even money, so you are getting a plus-money return on a side with a real edge. For a comparison of how these clubs were priced a day earlier, see Friday's matchup in this series.
The case against is also real. Baseball is a one-run sport, and run-line favorites lose plenty of games they win outright. Gausman can still spin a quality start and keep this close, which would push the result to a single run. The public is also heavily involved, with 86% of run-line bets on New York, so there is little hidden value left in the number. Toronto's home edge adds further risk. We still side with the Yankees, but a straight moneyline play is the more conservative route for cautious bettors.
Total Pick — Under 7.5
The Pick: Under 7.5 (+100)
Two capable starters point this total toward the Under. Schlittler has suppressed runs all year, and Gausman misses enough bats to work through a strong Yankees lineup. The total opened at 7.5 with even juice on both sides. It has since moved to Over -120 and Under +100, which means the Under now offers a plus-money price. That added value is the draw.
The other side deserves respect, though. New York's bats can change a game in one swing, and Gausman's ERA has crept up in recent outings. If the Toronto offense gets to Schlittler early or the bullpens leak late, the Over cashes. The juice moving toward the Over also signals money on the high side. We lean Under at the plus price, but acknowledge the path to seven-plus runs is not far-fetched.
Final Thoughts and Bonus Angle
If you want a lower-variance angle that leans on the starter gap, the first five innings stand out. The Bonus Angle: lean New York Yankees over the first five innings (F5). This route removes both bullpens from the equation and isolates the Schlittler-versus-Gausman edge that defines the matchup. The trade-off is a shorter sample, since one early Toronto rally can flip a five-inning bet quickly.
The swing factors to watch are simple. Schlittler's command and pitch count will decide how deep he goes, and Toronto's home lineup needs traffic to threaten. Should Gausman match zeros, the run line tightens and the Under gains steam. To round out your card, our latest MLB best bets coverage covers the rest of the board.
Here is a clean summary of our picks for this game: New York Yankees Run Line -1.5 (+135) as the featured side, Under 7.5 (+100) on the total, and a lean to the Yankees over the first five innings as the bonus angle.
MLB New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays Prediction FAQ
What time does the Yankees vs. Blue Jays game start?
First pitch is set for 3:07 PM ET on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Rogers Centre in Toronto.
What channel is the Yankees vs. Blue Jays game on?
The game airs on YES Network in the New York market and Sportsnet in Canada, with streaming available on MLB.TV.
Who is pitching for the Yankees?
Right-hander Cam Schlittler is the probable starter for New York. He carries a 1.87 ERA and a 0.87 WHIP this season.
Who is favored in the Yankees vs. Blue Jays game?
The Yankees are favored at -131 on the moneyline. The Blue Jays are the home underdog at +109.