Ernie Clement's MLB Props - Tampa Bay Rays vs Toronto Blue Jays 7/23

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Game Summary

The Tampa Bay Rays and Toronto Blue Jays are set to clash in a three-game series starting on Tuesday, 7:07 p.m. EDT at the Rogers Centre in Toronto. The Rays hold a 50-50 record and sit fourth in the AL East, while the Blue Jays are fifth with a 45-54 record. Toronto has struggled at home with a 22-26 record but boasts the seventh-best team on-base percentage in the AL at .311. Tampa Bay, on the other hand, has a balanced 23-23 record on the road. The Rays have the upper hand in the season series, leading 4-3 in head-to-head matchups.

Both teams have had mixed fortunes in their recent ten games. The Blue Jays have gone 5-5 with a .259 batting average and a 5.70 ERA, while the Rays have a slightly better record at 6-4 with a .236 batting average and an impressive 3.07 ERA. Key performers for the Blue Jays include Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who leads the team with 16 home runs and a .473 slugging percentage. George Springer has also been in fine form, hitting four home runs and driving in 12 runs over the past ten games.

For the Rays, Isaac Paredes has been a standout, leading the team with 35 extra-base hits. Randy Arozarena has also been productive, hitting four home runs and driving in six runs over the last ten games. Both teams have had injury struggles, with key players like Bo Bichette and Isiah Kiner-Falefa on the IL for the Blue Jays and several pitchers like Shane McClanahan and Drew Rasmussen sidelined for the Rays.

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Player Prop Odds for Ernie Clement

Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+370), Under 0.5 (-600)

Batter Hits: Over 1.5 (+200)

Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+205), Under 0.5 (-290)

Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+175), Under 0.5 (-245)

Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-140), Under 0.5 (+100)

Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+145), Under 1.5 (-200)

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Player Analysis

Ernie Clement has been a solid contributor for the Toronto Blue Jays this season. While he may not be a household name, his ability to get on base and make consistent contact has been invaluable for the team. Clement’s batting average stands at .252, and he has contributed 16 home runs and 51 RBIs. His versatility allows him to play multiple infield positions, which has been crucial given the Blue Jays' injury woes.

In his last ten games, Clement has shown flashes of brilliance, including multiple multi-hit games. His keen eye at the plate and ability to put the ball in play make him a valuable asset, especially in clutch situations. Given the current odds, there are several intriguing prop bets for Clement, particularly in the hits and total bases categories.

Opposing Analysis

For the Tampa Bay Rays, Shawn Armstrong will be taking the mound. Armstrong has had a challenging season, posting a 5.91 ERA with a 1.64 WHIP. His struggles have been evident, especially against teams with strong batting lineups. Armstrong has allowed 52 hits and 18 walks in just 42.2 innings, giving opposing hitters plenty of opportunities to capitalize.

Given Armstrong's struggles, especially against right-handed hitters, Clement could find himself in favorable matchups throughout the game. The Rays' bullpen has been relatively solid, but if Armstrong gets into early trouble, Clement could have multiple opportunities to make an impact at the plate.

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Pitching Probables

Pitcher	Team	W-L	ERA	Strikeouts
Shawn Armstrong	TBR	2-2	5.91	45
Jose Berrios	TOR	8-7	4.01	87

Team Previews

Tampa Bay Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays have been a rollercoaster team this season. Offensively, they rank 25th in runs scored with 402 and 27th in hits with 772. Their team batting average sits at .237, ranking 20th in MLB. Despite their offensive struggles, their pitching has been a mixed bag. The Rays have a team ERA of 4.47, which is 25th in the league. Their bullpen has been relatively solid, securing 24 saves, which ranks 19th overall.

Defensively, the Rays have committed 57 errors, putting them 10th in MLB. Their starting pitchers have struggled with consistency, which has put additional pressure on their bullpen. Injuries have also plagued the team, with key players like Shane McClanahan and Drew Rasmussen on the 60-day IL.

Toronto Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have also had their share of struggles this season. Offensively, they rank 27th in runs scored with 393 and 24th in hits with 782. Their team batting average is .235, ranking 22nd. However, they have the seventh-best team on-base percentage in the AL at .311, indicating their ability to get on base but struggle to drive in runs.

The Blue Jays' pitching has been slightly better, with a team ERA of 4.23, ranking 22nd. Their bullpen has been a strong point, securing 32 saves, which is 4th in MLB. Defensively, the Blue Jays have committed 51 errors, ranking 17th. Injuries to key players like Bo Bichette and Isiah Kiner-Falefa have also impacted their performance.

Team Injuries

Player	Position	Injury Status
Ryan Pepiot	RP	15-Day IL (knee)
Richard Lovelady	RP	15-Day IL (forearm)
Jacob Waguespack	RP	60-Day IL (shoulder)
Jeffrey Springs	RP	60-Day IL (elbow)
Drew Rasmussen	SP	60-Day IL (elbow)
Shane McClanahan	SP	60-Day IL (forearm)
Bo Bichette	SS	10-Day IL (calf)
Isiah Kiner-Falefa	2B	10-Day IL (knee)
Jordan Romano	RP	15-Day IL (elbow)
Alek Manoah	SP	15-Day IL (elbow)

Recent Games

Tampa Bay Rays

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ New York	L 6-1	L
@ New York	W 9-1	W
@ New York	W 6-4	W
@ New York	L 9-1	L
@ Toronto	Upcoming	-

Toronto Blue Jays

Opponent	Score	W/L
vs Detroit	L 5-4	L
vs Detroit	L 7-3	L
vs Detroit	W 5-4	W
vs Tampa Bay	Upcoming	-
vs Tampa Bay	Upcoming	-

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Prediction

Given the current odds and Ernie Clement's recent performance, the prop bet that stands out is for him to record over 0.5 singles at -140. Clement has been consistent at getting on base and has shown the ability to hit against struggling pitchers like Armstrong. Additionally, the favorable odds for over 1.5 total bases at +145 are worth considering, given Armstrong's high WHIP and tendency to allow hits.

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