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Blue Jays vs. Astros: Exactly Where to Watch & Stream Tonight (Aug 4)
Blue Jays vs. Astros: Your Complete Game Guide for August 4, 2026
Quick Summary: The Toronto Blue Jays visit the Houston Astros on Tuesday night at Daikin Park. Houston leads the AL West while Toronto sits last in the AL East. Jeremy Peña is chasing a 15-game hitting streak!
Game Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Toronto Blue Jays @ Houston Astros |
| Date | Tuesday, August 4, 2026 |
| Time | 8:10 PM Eastern Time |
| Location | Daikin Park, Houston, TX |
| Astros Record | 58-56 (1st in AL West) |
| Blue Jays Record | 53-60 (5th in AL East) |
Starting Pitchers: Who’s on the Mound?
Houston Astros: Hayden Wesneski
- Record: 1-0
- ERA: 4.76 (This means he allows about 4.76 runs per 9 innings on average)
- Status: Making the start for Houston
Toronto Blue Jays: Trey Yesavage
- Record: 5-5
- ERA: 3.73 (Better than Wesneski – allows fewer runs per game)
- Status: Expected to start for Toronto
ELI5 Explanation: ERA stands for "Earned Run Average." Think of it like a golf score – lower is better. A 3.73 ERA is like shooting par, while 4.76 is a few strokes over par.
How to Watch
The article mentions a "How to watch" section but doesn’t list specific channels. Typically, you can find this game on:
- Regional Sports Networks (Space City Home Network for Astros, Sportsnet for Blue Jays)
- MLB.tv (if you’re out of market)
- Streaming services that carry MLB games (check your local listings)
Betting Odds Breakdown
| Bet Type | Odds | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Astros Moneyline | -145 | Bet $145 to win $100 (Astros are favorites) |
| Blue Jays Moneyline | +120 | Bet $100 to win $120 (Blue Jays are underdogs) |
| Total Runs (Over/Under) | 8.5 | Combined runs scored by both teams |
| Over 8.5 Runs | -102 | Bet $102 to win $100 |
| Under 8.5 Runs | -118 | Bet $118 to win $100 |
Important: Betting involves risk. Only bet what you can afford to lose. Odds provided by partners of The Athletic. Restrictions may apply.
Injury Reports: Who’s Out?
Houston Astros
| Player | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Brice Matthews | Knee | 10-Day IL |
| Mike Burrows | Elbow | 15-Day IL |
| Carlos Correa | Ankle | 60-Day IL |
| Brandon Walter | Elbow | 60-Day IL |
Toronto Blue Jays
| Player | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Jonatan Clase | Foot | 10-Day IL |
| Spencer Arrighetti | Foot | 15-Day IL |
| Patrick Corbin | Shoulder | 15-Day IL |
| Cody Ponce | Knee | 60-Day IL |
| Anthony Santander | Shoulder | 60-Day IL |
| Bowden Francis | Elbow | 60-Day IL |
| Joe Mantiply | Knee | 60-Day IL |
| Addison Barger | Elbow | 60-Day IL |
| Yimi Garcia | Elbow | 60-Day IL |
| José Berríos | Elbow | 60-Day IL |
| Lenyn Sosa | Wrist | 60-Day IL |
| Vladimir Guerrero Jr. | Hamstring | Day-to-Day |
KEY INJURY WATCH: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (Toronto’s star first baseman) is day-to-day with a hamstring issue. This means he might play, but could also sit out. Check lineups before game time!
ELI5: "IL" = Injured List. "10-Day" or "15-Day" = minimum time out. "60-Day" = serious injury, out for a long time. "Day-to-Day" = evaluated daily, could play any game.
Stats to Know: The Big Bats
Houston’s Superstar: Yordan Alvarez
Having an MVP-caliber season!
| Stat | Number | MLB Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Batting Average | .330 | Elite |
| On-Base % | .443 | Elite |
| Slugging % | .648 | Elite |
| OPS | 1.091 | #1 in MLB |
| Home Runs | 35 | #1 in MLB |
| RBIs | 84 | #2 in MLB |
| Runs Scored | 77 | Excellent |
| Strikeout Rate | 17% | Very Good |
| Walk Rate | 16% | Excellent |
ELI5: OPS = On-Base Plus Slugging. It combines how often a player gets on base + how much power they have. 1.091 is incredible – like getting an A+ on every test!
Houston’s Isaac Paredes
| Stat | Number |
|---|---|
| Batting Average | .252 |
| OPS | .766 |
| Home Runs | 15 |
| RBIs | 60 |
| Runs | 44 |
Toronto’s Ernie Clement
| Stat | Number |
|---|---|
| Batting Average | .288 |
| OPS | .725 |
| Home Runs | 8 |
| RBIs | 36 |
| Runs | 47 |
| Strikeout Rate | 9.4% (Very Low!) |
Toronto’s Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (If He Plays)
| Stat | Number |
|---|---|
| Batting Average | .261 |
| OPS | .690 |
| Home Runs | 6 |
| RBIs | 44 |
| Runs | 56 |
| Stolen Bases | 7 (in 10 attempts) |
Key Storylines to Watch
- Jeremy Peña’s Hitting Streak – Can the Astros shortstop extend his 15-game hitting streak?
- Guerrero’s Hamstring – Will Toronto’s franchise cornerstone play through the injury?
- Division Leaders vs. Cellar Dwellers – Houston (1st in AL West) vs. Toronto (5th in AL East)
- Pitching Matchup – Yesavage (3.73 ERA) has the edge over Wesneski (4.76 ERA) on paper
- Home Run Battle – Alvarez (35 HR) vs. Guerrero (6 HR) – massive power gap
Summary
The Houston Astros (58-56, AL West leaders) host the Toronto Blue Jays (53-60, AL East last place) on Tuesday at 8:10 PM ET.
Key advantages for Houston:
- Home field at Daikin Park
- Yordan Alvarez having historic season (MLB leader in HR & OPS)
- Jeremy Peña riding 15-game hit streak
- Fewer key injuries
Toronto’s hopes rest on:
- Trey Yesavage outpitching Hayden Wesneski (3.73 vs 4.76 ERA)
- Ernie Clement’s contact skills (only 9.4% strikeout rate)
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s availability (day-to-day hamstring)
Betting markets favor Houston (-145 moneyline), with the total set at 8.5 runs.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What time does the game start in my time zone?
- Eastern: 8:10 PM
- Central: 7:10 PM
- Mountain: 6:10 PM
- Pacific: 5:10 PM
2. What does "day-to-day" mean for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.?
It means the team evaluates him each day. He could play Tuesday, sit Tuesday but play Wednesday, or miss several games. Check the official lineup ~2 hours before first pitch.
3. Why is Yordan Alvarez’s OPS of 1.091 so special?
Only a handful of players in MLB history finish a season above 1.000 OPS. It means he’s both getting on base at an elite rate (.443) and hitting for tremendous power (.648 slugging). He’s the complete offensive package.
4. How do betting odds work with negative and positive numbers?
- Negative (-145): How much you must bet to win $100 (favorite)
- Positive (+120): How much you win on a $100 bet (underdog)
- Example: Bet $145 on Astros → win $100 profit. Bet $100 on Blue Jays → win $120 profit.
5. Why does Toronto have so many more players on the 60-Day IL?
The Blue Jays have 9 players on the 60-Day IL vs. Houston’s 2. This usually indicates either:
- Worse injury luck this season
- More pitchers with serious arm injuries (elbow/shoulder)
- Strategic roster management (60-Day IL opens 40-man roster spots)
This game guide was created using information from The Athletic. Betting/odds, ticketing, and streaming links are provided by partners. The Athletic maintains full editorial independence. Photo credits: Jamie Squire, Ishika Samant, Scott Taetsch, Alika Jenner / Getty Images.
