The Toronto Blue Jays (80-63) look to add to a three-game winning streak as they host the Texas Rangers (78-64) at 7:07 PM ET on Monday. The Blue Jays will call on Chris Bassitt (14-7) versus the Rangers and Dane Dunning (9-6).
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Toronto vs. Texas Pitcher Matchup Info
- When: Monday, September 11, 2023 at 7:07 PM ET
- Where: Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario
- How to Watch on TV: MLBN
- Probable Pitchers: Bassitt – TOR (14-7, 3.69 ERA) vs Dunning – TEX (9-6, 3.88 ERA)
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Blue Jays vs. Rangers Starting Pitcher Stats (2023)
| Bassitt | Dunning | |
|---|---|---|
| 29 | GS | 21 |
| 14-7 | W-L | 9-6 |
| 3.69 | ERA | 3.88 |
| 173.1 | IP | 146 |
| 52 | BB | 45 |
| 158 | SO | 115 |
Blue Jays Probable Starting Pitcher: Chris Bassitt
- In his most recent time out on Wednesday against the Oakland Athletics, the right-hander threw eight innings, giving up one earned run while surrendering seven hits.
- In 29 games this season, the 34-year-old has amassed an ERA of 3.69, with 8.2 strikeouts per nine innings. Opponents are batting .227 against him.
- Bassitt is trying to notch his third quality start in a row in this matchup.
- He has had eight appearances this season in which he held his opponents to zero earned runs.
- Among qualifying pitchers in MLB action this season, the 34-year-old’s 3.69 ERA ranks 24th, 1.165 WHIP ranks 18th, and 8.2 K/9 ranks 32nd.
- Bassitt and his team are 14-15-0 ATS this season when he starts.
- Games Bassitt has started this season hit the over 10 times in 29 chances.
Bassitt’s Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| at Athletics | Sep. 5 | 8.0 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| vs. Nationals | Aug. 30 | 8.0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| vs. Guardians | Aug. 25 | 5.2 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2 |
| at Reds | Aug. 19 | 6.0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 1 |
| vs. Cubs | Aug. 12 | 6.0 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 2 |
Rangers Probable Starting Pitcher: Dane Dunning
- The right-hander’s last appearance came in relief on Wednesday when he threw 5 1/3 innings out of the bullpen against the Houston Astros, giving up nine earned runs while allowing 11 hits.
- The 28-year-old has pitched in 30 games this season with an ERA of 3.88, a 2.56 strikeout-to-walk ratio and a WHIP of 1.267.
- He has earned a quality start 10 times in 21 starts this season.
- He has finished seven appearances without allowing an earned run in 30 chances this season.
- Among qualified Major League pitchers this season, the 28-year-old’s 3.88 ERA ranks 30th, 1.267 WHIP ranks 35th, and 7.1 K/9 ranks 43rd.
- The Rangers have a 12-9-0 record against the spread in Dunning’s starts.
- Dunning has started 21 contests with a total set by sportsbooks this season. The teams have combined to hit the over in nine of them.
Dunning’s Recent Performance
| Opponent | Date | IP | H | R | ER | K | BB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| vs. Astros | Sep. 5 | 5.1 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 2 |
| at Mets | Aug. 30 | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| at Twins | Aug. 25 | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| vs. Brewers | Aug. 19 | 5.0 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| at Giants | Aug. 13 | 7.0 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 0 |
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