Blue Jays vs. Rays prediction: MLB pick, odds, best bets Tuesday

The Canadiens had just nine shots on goal when they eliminated the Lightning in the opening round of the NHL playoffs.

Guests at my Kentucky Derby party had at least that many shots … of bourbon.

Hockey season may be over for Tampa Bay, but the Rays have been lighting the lamp now that they are back at Tropicana Field.

Drew Rasmussen has allowed just three runs in his last 11 innings.

Hockey season in Toronto ended in February. While the Rays have impressed, the Blue Jays have disappointed.

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen (57) warms up during the first inning. Pablo Robles-Imagn Images

Injuries have played a big part in the defending American League champions’ early-season collapse.

Toronto’s Kevin Gausman gave up four runs in 5 ²/₃ innings to the Twins but won his previous pair, allowing four runs in 12 ²/₃.

We will take Gausman and the Bluebirds for $50 (+110, FanDuel).

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It was Aaron Nola’s best start since his engine turned over on a three-degree morning.

Bryce Harper homered. Philly 1, Fish 0.

Up a season-high +627 mikeschmidts.

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