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Mariners-Blue Jays Game‌ 5: Lean to the​ Under Amidst Playoff Pressure

Toronto,‌ ON – As the American League Championship series heads to a decisive Game 5, betting leans toward a low-scoring affair despite‍ a starting pitching matchup that ‍initially favors‍ the Toronto Blue Jays. According to odds at ⁢FanDuel, the Under 7 runs is currently ‌priced at -104.

The Mariners and Blue Jays are both facing immense ​pressure – Seattle seeking its frist-ever World Series appearance, and Toronto aiming to break a 30-year drought as their 1993 ‍championship.This high-stakes habitat, coupled with a more complex pitching dynamic⁤ than initially perceived, is‌ expected to limit run production. While Blue Jays starter⁣ Kevin gausman pitched well in Game 1,he was outdueled by Mariners pitcher George Kirby,who despite a rocky regular ​season,delivered​ a strong performance allowing only one run.

Seattle won’t rely heavily on Kirby in Game 5. Ace Bryan ‌Woo is prepared to enter⁣ in relief, possibly bridging the gap between the starter and a⁤ bullpen that was heavily used in Game 4, though manager‍ Dan Wilson reports no fatigue concerns. A shift in​ the betting line towards Toronto reflects the perceived⁣ pitching advantage, but Woo’s availability coudl level the ​playing field. If Seattle’s‍ odds continue to improve ⁢into plus-money territory,it could become a tempting wager.

However, sports bettor Michael Leboff, with 10 years of experience in the ‍gambling industry, recommends focusing on the Over/Under. “This is a high-stakes game with massive amounts of pressure ​on both sides,” Leboff stated. “That pressure, along with a pitching matchup that is trickier⁤ than meets the eye, should make this a pretty challenging run-scoring environment Friday night.”

The Play: Under 7 (-104, FanDuel)