Key Moments:
- Los Angeles Dodgers hold -210 favorite status against the Toronto Blue Jays (+170) at BetMGM for Game 4
- George Springer has been removed from the Blue Jays’ lineup following a core injury
- Shohei Ohtani’s MVP odds at FanDuel shift to -380 after a standout Game 3 showing
Market Movers Ahead of Game 4
After an extraordinary 18-inning matchup lasting 6 hours and 39 minutes, where the Dodgers edged out the Blue Jays 6-5 on a Freddie Freeman walk-off home run, betting attention has shifted quickly to Game 4. Oddsmakers have installed the Dodgers as -210 favorites, with the Blue Jays at +170 at BetMGM.
Shohei Ohtani’s exceptional Game 3 performance has led to an adjustment in his MVP odds, which now stand at -380. Bettors are eyeing both Ohtani and Blue Jays’ pitcher Shane Bieber’s strikeout props due to anticipated strong one-sided wagers for this evening’s contest.
Blue Jays OF George Springer (right side discomfort) is OUT for World Series Game 4.
Springer left Game 3 early with the injury. pic.twitter.com/RIrvBTsADi
— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) October 28, 2025
Blue Jays’ Lineup Hit Hard By Springer Injury
One dominant storyline is the status of George Springer. After swinging through a pitch and clutching his side in the seventh inning, Springer underwent an MRI, with results indicating a core injury. Manager John Schneider has confirmed Springer will not appear in Game 4. The Blue Jays have accordingly shifted Bo Bichette to designated hitter and Isiah Kiner-Falefa to second base.
Sportsnet’s Buck Martinez observed, “injuries like that aren’t typically short term.” The Blue Jays face additional lineup challenges as Bichette is managing a knee issue.
Pitching Matchup: Ohtani vs. Bieber
Shane Bieber takes the mound for the Blue Jays with mixed playoff performances so far, including a solid start in Seattle but less impressive outings in the ALCS and ALDS. Bieber will start Game 4 on seven days’ rest.
For the Dodgers, Ohtani returns to the mound after a monumental Game 3 when he reached base nine times and hit two home runs. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts noted to Sportsnet, “He’s spent. He was on base nine times tonight, running the bases. He’s elated. But, yeah, he’s taking the mound tomorrow. He’ll be ready.”
Prop Betting Action and Market Insights
Phill Gray, a sports betting consultant, forecasts heavy action on Ohtani over 6.5 strikeouts (-119) and Bieber under 4.5 strikeouts (+106). Gray commented, “Can Ohtani do it again even while pitching? +1 HR’s paying +206 likely as we’ve heard will be the most bet prop tonight,” and pointed out long shot home run props for Ernie Clement (+1040) and Andres Gimenez (+1360) due to possible bullpen fatigue.
Totals and Runline Movement
FanDuel lists the Over/Under at 8 (-114 Over, -106 Under), while ESPN BET offers 8.5 (Even Over, -120 Under). Props such as “pitcher to record the win” are being closely watched, with Ohtani at +112 and Bieber at +465. Early betting splits show 75% of runline wagers backing the Dodgers -1.5 (-103).
A breakdown of current market odds is shown below:
| Book | Market | Blue Jays | Dodgers |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetMGM | Moneyline | +170 | -210 |
| BetMGM | Runline | +0.5 (+115) | -0.5 (-150) |
| BetMGM | Over/Under 8 | -110 | |
| FanDuel | MVP Ohtani | -380 | |
Additional Betting Angles
Bettors are also eyeing “win the first 5 innings” props where the Blue Jays are listed at +180, with strong action anticipated due to the pricing. “I’m hearing money and tickets are split on the moneyline and total but 75% of both on Dodgers to cover runline -1.5 -103 right now.”
In summary, tonight’s contest presents significant betting narratives, from Springer’s absence to Ohtani’s market movement, and is set to draw continued attention from both sides of the sportsbook counter.
- Author
Daniel Williams
