This is an 8* play on the Yankees.

With a line like this, clearly the oddsmakers feel that these two teams are evenly matched. And they are obviously, as it would not be too difficult to write a convincing argument for either team to win today.

As good as the Jays appear though, we ultimatley feel here that they're getting a little bit TOO much respect from the oddsmakers on their first true road trip of the season.

The Jays looked shaky as well in their 2-1 series win over the Rangers, having to come from behind on Opening night and losing badly by a score of 12-6 on Sunday.

New York is 2-1 as well, but had a much more difficult opponent in the Red Sox to face.

For arguments sakes, let's call these starting pitchers a wash.

Both teams loaded with talent, but the Yankees are still a near-perfect 8-1 in their last nine divisional home games as a favorite in the -101 to -118 range.

Home field DOES matter in the opener, the play is NEW YORK.

Good luck, NP