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05-18-24 | White Sox v. Yankees -1.5 | 1-6 | Win | 100 | 3 h 20 m | Show | |
New York Yankees on the run line. Morning Coffee Winner. Game 964. 10:05 AM PST/1:05 PM EST. Very simply, New York is the best team in the American League, while Chicago is the worst. The Yankees possess the AL's best record, at 31-15, while the White Sox own the AL’s poorest mark, at 14-31. Game 1 of this series yesterday saw New York prevail, 4-2. That victory was the Bronx Bombers fifth consecutive overall over the last six days. Today they send Luis Gil to the hill. He can join Clark Schmidt as New York’s second five game winner. The right-hander is 4-1 with a 2.51 ERA on the campaign. Taking the mound on the road is Brad Keller, who does own some respectable numbers this season. However, over his career in three appearances, which includes two starts against the Yankees, he is with a 6.17 ERA. I just don't see the Majors worst scoring offense (2.89 RPG) keeping pace on the scoreboard with the explosive lineup of the New York. Take he Yankees on the run line. Thank you. |
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05-17-24 | Storm v. Lynx +2.5 | 93-102 | Win | 100 | 21 h 26 m | Show | |
Minnesota Lynx. Friday Night Lights Winner. Game 606. 6:30 PM PST/9:30 PM EST. No, it's not déjà vu. These two teams met on Tuesday to open the WNBA season. The game was played in Seattle in which the storm was an 8.0-point favorite. However, Minnesota one outright, 83–70. That was the fourth SU win for the Lynx over the Storm in the last five meetings. And now they play their home opener at the Target Center, coming in here still as an underdog. That cannot sit well with this team. By the way, they've covered four in a row in this series as an underdog. We're going to side with the trends here and take the \home team ‘dog. Take Minnesota. Thank you. |
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05-17-24 | Knicks +5.5 v. Pacers | 103-116 | Loss | -105 | 25 h 44 m | Show | |
New York Knicks. EARLY INFO MOVE. Game 529. 5:30 PM PST/8:30 PM EST. Sport fans, I am well aware the home team has won each game in this series straight up. But as we all know, sports betting isn't about which team wins, it's about which team covers. New York has covered three of the last four overall meetings in this series. If you recall in the last series with Philadelphia, they covered two of three as a guest. The Knicks have a chance to close out this series here, and I believe they'll come into this matchup still riding momentum from the Game 5, 121-91 victory at home a few days back. New York dominated the boards in that last matchup, outrebounding Indiana, 53-29. Not only that, but despite a less than stellar percentage from downtown overall from the floor, they shot 47%, and made most of the free throws. Once again, I feel this will be a physical contest which will give New York the edge. Hartenstein and Hart are monsters down low. And let's face it, Brunson has been absolutely stellar. I just feel this is way too many points to give the scrappy Knicks. Especially, if they want to face the Celtics in the Conference Finals a bit fresh. Take New York. Thank you. |
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05-17-24 | Twins v. Guardians -115 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 7 h 16 m | Show | |
Cleveland Guardians. Home Run. Game 920. I know we’ve just passed the 25% mark of the regular season. But I think it's evident that the Guardians and Twins along with the Royals are going to compete for the American League Central crown. This matchup is going to be an exciting one. Going back to last June, the Cleveland has taken seven of the last 10 meetings with Minnesota, which includes both matchups this season. The Twins comes off a three-game sweeping at the hands of New York at home. Cleveland has won three of their last four and finished a seven-game road trip two days ago. They return home where they are 12-6 this season at Progressive Field. Both at the plate on the mound, the Guardians statistics are significantly stronger. Starting pitchers are scheduled to be Woods-Richardson and McKenzie. While the Twins right-hander has a bright future, he just doesn't have enough experience as a starter yet. Meanwhile, the Guardians right-hander, after a rough start has looked sharp in his last five outings, sporting a 2.28 ERA. Too many factors point to the home team here. Take Cleveland. Thank you. |
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05-17-24 | Rays v. Blue Jays OVER 8.5 | 4-3 | Loss | -105 | 7 h 17 m | Show | |
Over in the Rays/Blue Jays. AL Total of the MONTH. Games 917/918. 4:05 PM PST/7:05 PM EST. Very simply, nine of the last 10 meetings in this American League East rivalry have gone over the total. This does include three of four matchups this season alone. If you look at both offenses you will find they're both about average. However, the Rays lineup is starting to surge. But it is the pitching staffs that really made me raise an eyebrow here. They both rank in the bottom third in baseball in Team ERA. Speaking of pitching, Tyler Alexander and Chris Bassitt are scheduled here. The Tampa Bay right-hander is 1-2 with a 5.45 ERA on the campaign, while the Toronto right-hander is 3-5 with a 5.06 ERA this season. Once again, we cannot deny that when these two rivals get together, they erupt for a ton of runs scored. Take the over. Thank you. |
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05-16-24 | Reds v. Dodgers -1.5 | Top | 7-2 | Loss | -145 | 11 h 43 m | Show |
Los Angeles Dodgers on the run line. NO LIMIT. Game 956. 7:10 PM PST/10:10 PM EST. The Dodgers, which are really putting some distance between themselves and the rest of the NL West, enter this matchup coming off a loss yesterday on the road at the Giants, 4-1. This is a team that has not dropped back-to-back games since April 20, helping to extend their division lead to 7.5-games. To go further, they probably had this series marked since the schedule came out. A season ago, the Reds took four of six meetings in this NL rivalry. Trust me when I tell you Los Angeles does not like losing. Speaking of Cincinnati, they enter this matchup dropping eight of their last 10, and own some very mediocre statistics. They rank 17th in scoring, 29th in team batting average, and 15th in team ERA. If you want to compare those numbers to the home team here, which rank either first or second in just about every major offensive category, and third in pitching, it's spells doom for the visitors. Speaking of pitching, today we “most likely” see left-hander, Brent Suter take the hill. Guys this guy is a reliever. So, I don't expect him to go more than an inning or two if he does get to start. (AS OF POST), He may be the starter or he may come in after a late designated starter. Either way, the Cincinnati pitching staff is just bad. And there's no way they're going to be able to contain, let alone stop the mighty Los Angeles lineup. Speaking of LA, they will send Tyler Glasnow to the hill. The right-hander has risen to be the ace of the staff, going 6-1 with a 2.53 ERA this season. As a matter fact, the team has won seven of his nine starts in 2024. I look for the Dodgers to bounce back after being held down yesterday against a team that got the better of them a season ago, and exact a lot of revenge. Take Los Angeles on the run line. Thank you. |
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05-16-24 | Nuggets +2.5 v. Wolves | 70-115 | Loss | -115 | 9 h 7 m | Show | |
Denver Nuggets. RD 2 TOP PLAY. Game 525. 5:30 PM PST/8:30 PM EST. I don't think it's a stretch to say the defending NBA Champions were embarrassed in the first two games of this round of the 2024 playoff. They finished the regular season on fire, then went into the first round and took down the Los Angeles Lakers in five games with authority. Games 1 and 2 of this series, they lost at home by seven and 26 points. This was one of the best home teams in the league this season. However, those defeats lit a fire under their butts and they then came out to win Games 3, 4, and 5, both straight up and against the spread. As a matter fact, the average margin of victory over the last three games in this series was 16.6 points per game. There's no way they're going to allow Minnesota to tie this series up. I see them winning out right. But I'll take the points with better than a basket here. Take the Nuggets. Thank you. |
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05-16-24 | Rangers +1.5 v. Hurricanes | 5-3 | Win | 100 | 8 h 39 m | Show | |
New York Rangers on the puck line. SLAPSHOT. Game 11. 4:00 PM PST/7;00 PM EST. New York was on a nine-game win streak, taking the first three games of this series. They have lost the last two contests, and now must win this Game 6. Trust me when I tell you, they do not want to go to a Game 7. They dominated this rivalry to say the least. But the last two games, they have been outplayed. But it is the last game that specifically prompts me to take them here today. They were embarrassed at home in Game 5, by a score of 4-1. That's not going to sit well with this team. Oh, and by the way, that's only the second time in the last 10 meetings between these two teams that was separated by more than just one goal. I see this team bouncing back here and being a lot more competitive, a lot more sharp, and a lot more physical. It's the physicality of the Rangers that had them take a commanding, 3-0 lead in this series. They're going to come out here tonight and be very physical, be very competitive, and keep this game close, very close. Take New York on the puck line. Thank you. |
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05-14-24 | Wolves +4.5 v. Nuggets | 97-112 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 15 m | Show | |
Minnesota Timberwolves. VI Move. Game 519. 7:30 PM PST/10:30 PM EST. If you've been watching this series, then you know Minnesota took the first two games on the road only to get embarrassed in the next two games at home. Now we see, because the Nuggets are returning home and have won the last two games, that they are a big price here. I just don't see them being this much of a price against a team this good. Please understand, the last two games the Timberwolves allowed a combined 232 points. This cannot sit well with the No. 1 defense in the NBA. That's right, Minnesota leads the NBA in points allowed and field goal percentage allowed. They just let Denver shoot a combined 55.3% the L2 matchups. I see their defense tightening up here, thus allowing their offense to succeed in transition. By the way, they've also covered four of the last five meetings played at the Ball Arena. Take the Timberwolves. Thank you. |
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05-14-24 | Mercury v. Aces -16 | 80-89 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 51 m | Show | |
Las Vegas Aces. TV Game Winner. Game 628. 7:00 PM PST/10:00 PM EST. There is no question the defending WNBA Champions are once again touted to be the best team in basketball. Let's face it, not only do they have talent on their starting-five, they are deep on the bench, well-coached, and will open their season in front of their loyal fans here. If you're worried about laying such a high number, don't be. They have taken nine consecutive meetings SU over today's opponent, going 7-2 ATS. During those eight consecutive wins, Las Vegas has outscored Phoenix by an average of 23.1 points per game. They will come out here and prove why the last two years was no fluke. Take the Aces. Thank you. |
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05-14-24 | Canucks +175 v. Oilers | 2-3 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 36 m | Show | |
Vancouver Canucks. Game 4 Winner. Game 7. 6:30 PM PST/9:30 PM EST. Oh wow! How do you think the Canucks feel coming into Game 4 of this series a huge underdog? They have taken two of the three games so far in this Rd. 2 matchup. And going back a bit, six of the last seven meetings, just this season alone. While I give Edmonton a lot of credit. They certainly deserve to be here. Their kryptonite is this opponent. They just can't beat them with authority. The one game that they took in the series was taken in overtime. Granted, the Oilers might be a little more explosive and exciting. But the Canucks defense has done well this postseason. And let's face it, no matter how much you can score offensively, it comes down to defense and goaltending. This is way too much of a price to give a team that has dominated this rivalry. Take Vancouver. Thank you. |
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05-14-24 | Fever v. Sun -7 | 71-92 | Win | 100 | 7 h 28 m | Show | |
Connecticut Sun. Season Tipoff Winner. Game 624. 4:30 PM PST/7:30 PM EST. The Connecticut Sun are a darn good basketball team. A season ago, they finished in second place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 27-13. But I will tell you that I feel they are tired of being a bridesmaid and taking a backseat to the New York Liberty. On the other hand, the Indiana Fever are the worst team in the Eastern Conference. Last season, they finished with a dismal, 13-27 record. Going back a bit, Connecticut has taken eight consecutive meetings in this series SU. I feel they come out here against a lesser opponent and make a statement to the Conference that they are the team to be reckoned with. Take the Sun. Thank you. |
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05-12-24 | Phillies -1.5 v. Marlins | 6-7 | Loss | -130 | 3 h 32 m | Show | |
Philadelphia Phillies on the RUN LINE. No Limit. Game 953. 10:40 AM PST/1:40 PM EST. Very quietly, the Philadelphia Phillies have not just taken over the NL East with a 2.0 game lead over the Atlanta Braves. They also own the best record in the National League. Oh, and by the way, at 28-12, they possess the best overall record in baseball. This does include one of the best road records in the Majors at 13-5 away from home. This team is playing some great baseball. They enter this Game 3 matchup winning nine of their last 10, which does include both contests in this series. As a matter fact, they've taken four straight and seven of the last 10 meetings with their division rival. Offensively, they rank in the top-five in every major category, including the number two scoring offense in baseball, accounting for over 5.17 runs per game. A lot can be said for the Marlins. I don't think anybody expects too much from them this season. And yet, they're still underachieving (lol). They rank at or near the bottom in just about every offensive area, including runs scored. The are 28th, averaging a dismal, 3.61 runs per game. If you flipped that around and start talking about pitching, they are outclassed in this matchup there as well. The Phillies own the leagues fourth-ranked pitching staff with a team ERA of 3.22. Meanwhile, their counterpart ranks 29th, with a team ERA of 5.27. Speaking of starting pictures, Zack Wheeler and Braxton Garret are scheduled here. The Philadelphia right-hander is 4-0 his last four starts. Overall, on the campaign, he has an ERA of 1.64. he travels well too, going 2-1 with a 2.00 ERA away from home. On the other hand, the Miami left-hander is set to make his 2024 debut. His numbers aren't that great as we look into them. He is 2-1 with a 4.50 ERA in five career starts against the Phillies. But in 30 career appearances at home, which includes 29 starts, he is 6-10. Oh, by the way, the Philadelphia starter is 10-4 with a 2.4 ERA in 22 career games against Miami. No matter how you cut it, the Phillies are the play here. Take Philadelphia on the run line. Thank you. |
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05-11-24 | Stars v. Avalanche -130 | 4-1 | Loss | -130 | 12 h 15 m | Show | |
Colorado Avalanche. Best Bet. Game 56. 7:00 PM PST/10:00 PM EST.
My friends, with all respect to the Dallas Stars, which did win Game 2 of this series, I just don't see them succeeding here in Game 3. I think we can all agree the Colorado Avalanche have dominated this rivalry, taking seven of the last 10 meetings, which does include four of six this season. Funny thing about those last 10 games, the Stars have never prevailed in back-to-back contests. Let's talk about Game 2: Dallas was up 4-0 when Colorado scored three unanswered goals. It shows you how good this team is, how disciplined this team is, and how talented this team is. I see them carrying that over into this matchup here tonight. Many people don't realize it, but the Avalanche possessed the best home record in the NHL during the regular season. They are also undefeated in Denver during this postseason. Both teams here have explosive offenses. However, when you possess the top-scoring team in the NHL, it's hard to keep pace on the scoreboard. Colorado. Thank you. |
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05-11-24 | Dodgers -139 v. Padres | 5-0 | Win | 100 | 9 h 4 m | Show | |
Los Angeles Dodgers. No Limit. Game 911. 5:40 PM PST/8:40 PM EST.
This is a very good opportunity for us today, sports fans. I feel the line is a little short here because San Diego has taken four of six meetings with Los Angeles this season. Going back a bit further, they've taken six of the last 10 matchups. The Dodgers aren't ones to take losing lightly, especially against division opponents. They go out of their way to beat N.L. West teams and they truly love ruling the division. Yesterday's series-opening loss broke their seven-game win streak. They're not one to fall in back-to-back situations. They possess a very impressive, 11-6 road record this season. Compare that to the Padres, which are a dismal, 9-12 at Petco Park in 2024. Los Angeles was held to just one run yesterday. Trust me when I tell you, baseball's top-scoring offense, which accounts for over 5.38 runs per game, is going to bounce back here with a vengeance. Not only do they score runs, they also lead the Majors in team batting average and OPS, while ranking second in home runs. Today's starters are scheduled to be James Paxton and Matt Waldron. The Dodgers have won five of Paxton’s six starts this season, while the Padres have dropped six of Waldron’s seven outings. Too many factors here prompt me to take Los Angeles. Take the Dodgers. Thank you. |
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05-11-24 | Thunder +3 v. Mavs | 101-105 | Loss | -115 | 6 h 4 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City Thunder. Game 3 Winner. Game 505. 12:30 PM PST/3:30 PM EST.
The Oklahoma City Thunder have certainly dominated the Dallas Mavericks, taking seven of the last 10 meetings, which does include four of six matchups this season alone. The funny thing about these matchups, are each time the Mavericks got a win, they immediately got a loss for the next several contests with the Thunder. I really feel Oklahoma City, which by no accident is the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference this postseason, and owns a 26-17 straight up road record, is the better team. No disrespect to Dallas, which is the No. 5 seed, and let's face it, is a very good team. But I just don't see the matchups for them. On top of all that, the Thunder enter this game following their first loss after riding a 10-game win streak. They are an excellent bounce-back team, my friends. They have also won and covered both away games during this postseason. I feel you will see them still a bit fresher as they didn't have as long of a series in their opening round as did their counterpart. I think you're going to see Giddey shine here following a couple of games in which he struggled in this series. I think you're also going to see less success from downtown in this Game 3 matchup for both Washington and Doncic. Take Oklahoma City. Thank you.
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05-10-24 | Oilers v. Canucks +110 | 4-3 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 53 m | Show | |
Vancouver Canucks. Game 2 Winner. Game 52. 7:00 PM PST/10:00 PM EST. My friends, I've been doing this one way or another for 45 years. I started when I was 10 years old in the schoolyard with football sheets. And I can't for the life of me understand why Vancouver is an underdog here at home. They have taken all five meetings with Edmonton this campaign, between the regular and postseasons. This does include all three matchups played at the Rogers Arena. We all watched the series-opener as the Oilers were up, 4-1. Losing the opening game of a series is tough enough. But giving away a three-goal lead just to lose, 5-4 is demoralizing, and very few teams can bounce back from that. I just don't see Edmonton bouncing back. They have been dominated by Vancouver. They are also just 2-3 their last five games played on the road. I'm not looking to upset Oilers fans, because they are a good team. But I just see the Canucks feisty, ferocious, and frustrating defense once again containing the Oilers. Meanwhile, you can't argue the fact Vancouver, which averaged over 3.4 goals per game this season are explosive offensively. Not only that but they do have some great team leaders on the ice. Take the home team here. Take the Canucks. Thank you. |
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05-10-24 | Royals -107 v. Angels | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 9 h 18 m | Show | |
Kansas City Royals. Late Bailout. Game 971. 6:35 PM PST/9:35 PM EST. Don't look now, but the Royals are starting to heat up again. They've won two in a row and six of their last nine, which does include Game 1 of this series yesterday, by a score of 10-4. I don't think anyone really expected too much from the Angels this season, and yet they are still underachieving with an overall record of 14-24. Their home mark of 4-12 is the worst in the A.L. thus far. To be honest with you, their offense isn't explosive, but does possess some mediocre numbers. It has been their pitching that has been downright awful. They rank 27th in the Majors with a Team ERA of 4.87. This does not bode well going up against the surging, Royals lineup. To make matters worse, Kansas City ranks eight in baseball with a Team ERA of 3.39. Speaking of starting pitchers, the Royals will send Alec Marsh to the hill. The right-hander is 3-0 with a 2.70 ERA this season. The Angels have right-hander, Griffin Canning on the mound. He is 1-4 with a 6.69 ERA in 2024. Guys, both on the mound, and the plate, K.C. out classes L.A. Takes the Royals. Thank you. |
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05-10-24 | Phillies -1.5 v. Marlins | 8-2 | Win | 100 | 7 h 54 m | Show | |
Philadelphia Phillies on the RUN LINE. No Limit. Game 955. 4:10 PM PST/7:10 PM EST. Very quietly, the Philadelphia Phillies are the owners of the best overall record of the National League at 26-12. Currently they have a 2.0 game lead over the Atlanta Braves, and love to beat up on division opponents. What better team to face than the lowly, Miami Marlins, which possess the worst record in the NL East, and the second poorest overall record in the N.L., at 10-29. The Phillies were rolling, riding a seven-game win streak prior to dropping Wednesday's matchup with the Blue Jays. I look for them to bounce back here against a team they have dominated, winning six of the last nine meetings. It doesn't end there my friends. Philadelphia is averaging nearly one and a half more per game than Miami, while they're pitching staff allows nearly two runs less per game. Speaking of pitching, Ranger Suarez and Trevor Rogers are scheduled to start here. The Phillies left-hander is 6-0 with an anemic, 1.77 ERA on the campaign. The Marlins left-hander is 0-5 with a 6.15 ERA this season. As a matter fact, the team has lost all seven of his starts while the Phillies have won all seven of today’s starters outings this season. I look for Philadelphia to get back on track, and bounce back with a huge victory here. Take the Phillies on the run line. Thank you. |
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05-09-24 | Avalanche +107 v. Stars | 3-5 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 30 m | Show | |
Colorado Avalanche. Best Bet. Game 47. 6:30 PM PST/9:30 PM EST.
I know a lot of sports bettors and sports handicappers out there take the angle of coming in with a home team favorite in a series after dropping Game 1 at home. And I understand this angle. With all respect to the Dallas Stars, they just don't match up well with the Colorado Avalanche. Colorado has taking seven of the last nine meetings in this rivalry going back to November of 2022. This season alone, they've taken four of five matchups, which does include the series opener. As good as the Stars are, and they are a good team, the Avalanche are just as good. Many may not realize this, but Colorado boasts a very impressive, 22-17 -6 record the road this season. They enter this contest winning five in a row, which does include all three of the away games played during that span. Dallas has dropped four of their last eight, and let's face it, going seven games with Vegas took its toll on this team. By the way, they dropped three of the last four played at the American Airlines Center as well. While they are very good team, I just don't see them keeping pace goal per goal with the visitor here tonight. Take Colorado. Thank you. |
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05-09-24 | Rangers +146 v. Hurricanes | 3-2 | Win | 146 | 9 h 51 m | Show | |
New York Rangers. Game 3 Winner. Game 45. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST.
As of posting this play very early in the morning here in Vegas, I see most of the money coming in on the Carolina Hurricanes. I get it. The New York Rangers took Games 1 and 2 at home in Madison Square Garden, and now have to play on the road at the PNC Arena. Don't get me wrong, Carolina is a very good team, particularly at home. But this is a very different series than their opening round matchup with the New York Islanders. The Rangers seem to have a big physical advantage here. Let's not forget they've also won eight straight games coming into Game 3. During those eight games, they've accounted for over 30 goals, while only yielding 15 goals. I see New York matching up very well with Carolina, I really do. I mean let's face, they've taken eight of the last 10 overall meetings in this rivalry going back to May of 2022. By the way, that also includes consecutive four victories as a visitor. Take the Ranger. Thank you. |
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05-08-24 | Astros v. Yankees -142 | 4-9 | Win | 100 | 7 h 17 m | Show | |
New York Yankees. No Limit. Game 970. 4:05 PM PST/7:05 PM EST.
The Yankees are playing some great baseball due to their lineup starting to hit again. Technically, they share the top-spot in the American League East with the Orioles. As we all know, New York hates to share. They have won four a row and seven of the last 10, which includes Game 1 of this series yesterday, thumping Houston, 10-3. The victory gave the Yankees their eighth consecutive against the Astros, going back to September 1, of 2023. They have dominated Houston, to say the least. Speaking of the Astros, they currently occupy last place in the AL West at 12-23, which happens to be the second-poorest record in the American League right now. They are struggling, both at the plate and on the mound. I mean, they average a respectable 4.40 runs per game and have a decent team batting average. But facing an opponent which averages over 4.76 runs per game and is equally dangerous in team batting average, OPS, and home runs, won’t be good for them. The big difference is the pitching staff. Houston’s staff ranks 27th, with a team ERA of 4.92, while New York's staff ranks second in the Majors, with a team ERA of 2.94. Speaking of pitching, Spencer Arrighetti and Carlos Rodon are scheduled. The Astros rookie, right-hander is 0-3, with an 8.27 ERA this season. When he takes the hill on the road, his numbers soar even higher, going 0-2 with a 14.85 ERA. The Yankees left-hander is a respectable, 2-2, with a 3.68 ERA on the campaign. He comes off his poorest outing of the season. I look for him to bounce back here, especially in a situation against a team he owns a perfect 3-0 record against, with a 2.47 ERA in 10 career starts. Take New York. Thank you.
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05-07-24 | Avalanche +110 v. Stars | 4-3 | Win | 110 | 28 h 54 m | Show | |
Colorado Avalanche. Best Bet. Game 35. 6:30 PM PST/9:30 PM EST. I'm going to keep this breakdown very brief and throw away the bones and just give you the meat my friends lol. I know they're playing in Dallas for this series opener. The Stars will come into this round extremely tired. It took them seven games to defeat Vegas in the first-round matchup. That means the visitor has had five days, that's right, five extra days off to rest, heal, and prepare for this matchup. Not only that, but Colorado dispatched of Winnipeg in just five games. They really did have their way with them, taking the last four in the series. It wasn't the most physical series at that. I feel Dallas is going to come in here a little tired and a little underprepared. Please understand that rest is a big part of being successful come the NHL postseason. Oh, by the way, the Avalanche have also taken four of the last five meetings in this rivalry at the American Airlines Center. Thank you. |
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05-07-24 | Mavs v. Thunder -154 | Top | 95-117 | Win | 100 | 28 h 49 m | Show |
Oklahoma City Thunder on the ML. Early Info Move GOM. Game 558. 6:30 PM PST/9:30 PM EST. My friends, the Oklahoma City aren’t in the second round of the playoffs by accident. They are the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference and breezed through, or should I say trampled over the New Orleans Pelicans in the first round, sweeping them 4-0. They enter this Rd. 2 matchup well rested and well prepared. They closed out the series New Orleans on April 29, giving them four extra days to get ready for this round. To say they are streaking, would be an understatement. Oklahoma City has won nine consecutive games straight up, and seven of the last eight ATS. This is a team that was absolutely money at home this season, sporting a 35-8 record at the Paycom Center. They have taken three of four meetings straight up this season with Dallas, going back a bit, six of the last eight overall matchups SU. Oh, by the way, they've also covered eight of the last 10 against this opponent. Speaking of which, the Mavericks played well in the opening round, taking down the Clippers in six-games. Both teams are amongst the best in the league in scoring, as the Mavericks average over 117.9 points per game and the Thunder average 120.1 points per game. However offensively, Oklahoma City is significantly more accurate overall from the field, from downtown, and from the line. To make matters worse for the visitors, the home team also possesses the more frustrating and stingier defense. Inside and out, the Thunder are the better squad. I am releasing this game early. So just do err on the side of caution, take Oklahoma City on the money line. Thank you. |
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05-07-24 | Hurricanes v. Rangers +110 | 3-4 | Win | 110 | 25 h 17 m | Show | |
New York Rangers. Game 2 Winner. Game 40. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST. I'm gonna’ keep this breakdown just like me, very short and very sweet lol. My friends I am going to keep this analysis very simple. The Game 1 matchup in which the New York Rangers prevailed, 4-3, wasn't nearly as close as the score. I watched as the home team Rangers dominated the visiting Hurricanes through most of the game. After a comfortable lead, it got a little closer on the scoreboard. That victory gave New York their eighth over the last meetings with Carolina. The Hurricanes certainly earned a right to be in the postseason. But they did lose three of the last four on the road and now once again have to play in the very loud, rowdy, Madison Square Garden. The Rangers are striding, winning seven consecutive outings. During that span, their defense/goaltending have allowed opponents to score a mere, 1.7 goals per game. Meanwhile they've accounted for 3.71 goals per game. I just see them having their opponent’s number in this round. They also know that being up 2-0 is a big advantage when they have to travel for Game 3. Take New York. Thank you. |
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05-07-24 | Blue Jays v. Phillies -116 | 1-10 | Win | 100 | 8 h 30 m | Show | |
Philadelphia Phillies. Best Bet. Game 924. 3:40 PM PST/6:40 PM EST. Philadelphia hasn't just taken a stronghold atop the N.L. East at 25-11, they've also sent a message to the rest of the National League, sporting the best overall record. They are a whopping, 14-6 at Citizens Bank Park this season, and enter today's series-opener with Toronto, extremely confident. The Phillies have taken four of the last five meetings against the Blue Jays, going back to May of 2023. Both, on the mound and at the plate, they are significantly better. Jose Barrios and Christopher Sanchez are slated here. The Blue Jays right-hander has some very respectable numbers, don't get me wrong. But when your team ranks 24th in scoring, 23rd in batting average, 20th in OPS, 23rd in Home Runs, and 19th in stolen bases, no matter how good you pitch, you just can't get support for the win. To make matters worse, I am really not crazy about the Blue Jays bullpen. Offensively, Philadelphia ranks in the top-five in every major category, while they rank fifth in baseball with a team ERA of 3.27. This game will get ugly. Take the home team Philadelphia Phillies. Thank you. |
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05-06-24 | Pacers +6 v. Knicks | 117-121 | Win | 100 | 9 h 44 m | Show | |
Indiana Pacers. Game 1 Winner. Game 555. 4:30 PM PST/7:30 PM EST. There are a few underlying story plots in this Pacers/Knicks matchup. For starters, New York PG, Jalen Brunson, who leads all the NBA players in scoring this postseason, and Indiana HC, Rick Carlisle do not like one another at all. This stems back from their time together in Dallas. Then there is despite New York dropping two of three this season against Indiana, they are a six-point favorite (as of this post). Both teams defeated solid opposition in the opening round of the playoffs, as the Pacers ousted the Bucks in six games, while the Knicks dispatched of the 76ers, also in six games. Neither has had any extra time to rest, heal, or prepare for this round. Both squads have some personnel that are listed as questionable (check status). The old adage of "offense gets glory, but defense wins the games" is resonating here. The Pacers possess the League’s No.1 scoring offense as well as its best squad in field goal percentage. The Knicks happened to own the NBA's second-ranked scoring defense. They are also monsters at both end of the court on the boards. I really do feel these two teams not only know each other well, but dislike each other even more. I do feel the Indiana offense is going to be able to put up points, especially behind their stellar, three-point shooting. This is a place in which the Knicks had some difficulty this year defensively. As a matter fact, it has been their Achilles heel. And I think this will be the difference maker. Taking the Pacers. Thank you. |
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05-05-24 | Hurricanes v. Rangers +105 | 3-4 | Win | 105 | 16 h 16 m | Show | |
New York Rangers. Best Bet. Game 24. 1;00 PM PST/4:00 PM EST. There is no question both of these teams have earned the right to be here. However, New York is playing at home, they've taken two of three meetings this season with Carolina, and they've had a few extra days to rest, heal, and prepare for this round. Oh, and by the way, they come in here red-hot, winning six in a row and 17 of the last 22. Too many factors point to the home team here. Take the Rangers. Thank you. |
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05-05-24 | Mariners +123 v. Astros | 5-4 | Win | 123 | 4 h 22 m | Show | |
Seattle Mariners. Early Winner. Game 917. 11:10 AM PST/2:10 PM EST. Although it's just by a slim, half-game margin, the Seattle Mariners have taken control of American League West, sporting an overall record of 18-15. They face the Divisions fourth place team today, the Houston Astros. To say the Astros are underachieving, would be another statement. They are just 12-21 overall, which include a 7-11 record at Minute Maid Park. These two teams split Games 1 and 2 of the series, and going back a bit prior to that, the Mariners took five of the previous seven meetings. It is the pitching matchups that further compel me side with a visitor here. Bryce Miller and Hunter Brown are scheduled. The Seattle right-hander is 3-2 overall, with a 2.04 ERA on the campaign, which does include a 1-1 away record, along with an anemic, 1.64 ERA. The team has won four of his last five starts this season. The Houston right-hander is 0-4 overall, with the whopping ERA of 9.78, which does include a 0-1 mark at home, with a 4.70 ERA. The team has dropped five of six starts this season. The Mariners know how vital this series is, and they will take no prisoners. Take Seattle. Thank you. |
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05-04-24 | Maple Leafs +125 v. Bruins | 1-2 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 26 m | Show | |
Toronto Maple Leafs. Power Play. Game 13. 5:00 PM PST/8:00 PM EST. Playing on your own ice usually gives the home team an advantage. There is no denying Toronto is just as good on the road as Boston is at home. As a matter fact, there are 26-12-6 away from home, while the Bruins are 25-12-7 at the TD Garden. The Maple Leafs have also taken the last two games played in Boston in this series. While the Boston defense/goaltending ranks in the top 10 in the NHL, offensively they have struggled a bit. I just don't see them dominating here. I certainly don't see them being this high of a favorite. Psychologically, they were up 3-1 in this series and now it is all even. The Maple Leafs have to come in here confident for sure, riding momentum. Take Toronto. Thank you. |
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05-04-24 | Wolves +4.5 v. Nuggets | 106-99 | Win | 100 | 10 h 32 m | Show | |
Minnesota Timberwolves. Game 1 Winner. Game 529. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST. In my opinion this is the most anticipated matchup in the second round of the playoffs. Regardless of who wins the Cavaliers/Magic Game 7 meeting on Sunday, none of the other three matchups consist of teams seeded this low. The No. 3 Timberwolves and the No. 2 Nuggets will square off here. These two teams met four times this season, splitting out the four meetings straight up. However, the Timberwolves have covered three of the four this season. Going back to last season, Minnesota has covered five of the last six overall matchups. Many people thought they would not get past Phoenix in the opening round because they could not beat them in any of the meetings during the regular season. But they dispatched them in four games. The Nuggets devoured the Lakers in five games. While the T-Wolves had an extra day off to rest, heal, and prepare for this round, they also enter this matchup covering four consecutive outings. Meanwhile the Nuggets are on a 1-3 ATS run. Going back to the matchups this season, Minnesota, in their two victories in those matchups really had their way with Denver. Meanwhile the two matchups that the Nuggets prevailed, were a lot closer. While nobody can deny the experience of Denver, Minny can keep pace with them offensively, and possess the NBA's No. 1 defense, allowing 106.5 points per game. They also top the league in field goal percentage allowed. While Denver is not far behind them in both of those categories, I just don't see them having their way here. I believe the frustrating defense of the Timberwolves will be the difference and keep this game extremely close. Take Minnesota. Thank you. |
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05-04-24 | Marlins v. A's -127 | 4-20 | Win | 100 | 6 h 52 m | Show | |
Oakland A’s. No Limit. Game 976. 1:05 PM PST/4:05 PM EST. You may not realize it, but the Oakland Athletics are one of the hottest teams in baseball, riding a five-game win streak. Not only are they just one victory away from reaching a .500 mark, they're also sitting just 1.5 games back in the AL West. At 9-25, which includes a 4-10 away record, the Miami Marlins, own one of the worst records in all of baseball. It's true, a season ago, they swept a three-game series with today's opponent. But these two teams right now are very different from a season ago. Baseball is arguably the streakiest of all the major sports and right now, the A's are streaking. Miami has lost all six of left-hander, Trevor Rogers starts this season. Overall, he is 0-4 with a 4.31 ERA. On the other hand, Oakland has won five of six starts for right-hander, Paul Blackburn, who possesses an overall record of 2-1 with an ERA of 3.34, which includes a 1-0 mark, with an anemic ERA of 1.42 at home. I see Oakland continuing to flex their muscles against a lesser opponent. Take the A's. Thank you. |
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05-03-24 | Rangers v. Royals -109 | 1-7 | Win | 100 | 8 h 9 m | Show | |
Kansas City Royals. No Limit. Game 916. 4:40 PM PST/7:40 PM EST. I think we can all agree Kansas City is not a top medium market. If it was, then the Royals would be getting a heck of a lot more ink than they are currently receiving. Very quietly, this team is playing some of the best baseball out there right now. They have won two in a row, and six of their last 10, tallying an overall record of 19-13. They sit just 1.5 GB behind the Cleveland Guardians in the American League Central. Oh, by the way, they're also the best home team in the American League, going 12-5 at Kauffman Stadium this season. I understand that if you look at recent matchups, Texas has dominated in this rivalry. And they do come in here winning three of their last four. But, both at the plate and on the mound, Kansas City boasts significantly stronger numbers. Particularly on the mound, where they own a Team ERA of 3.14, which ranks them fifth in baseball. Speaking of pitching, today we see Brady Singer taking he mound at home, while Michael Lorenzen gets the nod on the road. Both have put up good numbers this season. However, Singer has looked more consistent. Past performances against today's lineups, to be quite honest, the Rangers right-hander has better numbers. But the Royals right-hander has looked sharper, and boasts a 2.59 ERA with a record of 2-1 at home this season. Let's face it, their bullpen is much stronger. Take Kansas City. Thank you. |
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05-03-24 | Cavs v. Magic -3.5 | 96-103 | Win | 100 | 8 h 37 m | Show | |
Orlando Magic. Game 6 Winner. Game 524. 4:00 PM PST/7;00 PM EST. When it comes to playing at home, there is certainly a big advantage, especially in the NBA. To go one further, particularly in the playoffs. The home team has won each of the five meetings in this Rd. 1 series. However, the Magic have covered the last three meetings. They return home where they sport an overall record of 31-12, while the Cavaliers are just 22-21 as visitor this season. After suffering a one-point loss on the road a few days ago in Game 5, I see Orlando returning home, and evening out of series with authority. Take the Magic. Thank you. |
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05-03-24 | Canucks +112 v. Predators | 1-0 | Win | 112 | 7 h 29 m | Show | |
Vancouver Canucks. Power play. Game 5. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST. No doubt this is one of the more exciting series in the opening round of the NHL playoffs. But making the Canucks, which are up 3-2 in the series, an underdog, is a mistake. Vancouver is one of the best road teams in the NHL. And let's face, they have certainly dominated Nashville, taking seven of the last nine meetings, going back to March of 2023. They have won three of the last 4 overall road games, while the Predators have dropped three of their last four at the Bridgestone Arena. I look for the Canucks to close out the series tonight and get ready for their next opponent. Take Vancouver. Thank you. |
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05-01-24 | Golden Knights +140 v. Stars | 2-3 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 1 m | Show | |
Vegas Golden Knights. Back of the Net. Game 61. 4:30 PM PST/7:30 PM EST. My friends, I might be the only Las Vegas resident who has not twisted their ankle jumping on the Golden Knights bandwagon. I grew up in New York City and although not a Rangers fan (most in NYC are) fan, I grew up loving the islanders. Having said that, we cannot dismiss the success of the Las Vegas hockey team. I understand their old coach is now the head coach of their opponent here. And the last few years his team was ousted from the postseason by this very same Golden Knights team. Being up 2-0 in a series and then allowing your adversary to even it out, has got to weigh down on Vegas. But this is a very good team, a very deep team, a very smart team, and a very experienced playoff team as well. Something I want you to know. I felt this series was evenly matched prior to it beginning. But a stat that just jumps out at me is the fact the Golden Knights have taken five consecutive meetings with the Stars played at the American Airlines Center. Obviously, that includes Games 1 and 2 of this Rd. 1 matchup. They happen to dominate and win in Dallas. Not only that, but it's desperation time for Vegas. And when a team has their back up against the wall, they become very dangerous. Especially when they're a dangerous team to begin with. Take Las Vegas. Thank you. |
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05-01-24 | Royals +120 v. Blue Jays | 6-1 | Win | 120 | 4 h 59 m | Show | |
Kansas City Royals. American League Annihilator Game 911. 12:05 PM PST/3:05 PM EST. Kansas City has bested Toronto in four of their last five meetings this season. Statistically, both at the plate and on the mound, the Royals own significantly stronger numbers. They score more, while they're pitching staff allows less. Plain and simple. Starters are Seth Lugo and Chris Bassitt. The Kansas City right-hander is 4-1 with a 1.66 ERA this season, while the Toronto right-hander is just 2-4 with a whopping ERA of 5.64. I see the Royals trending again on an upswing. Take Kansas City. Thank you. |
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04-30-24 | Cubs +114 v. Mets | 2-4 | Loss | -100 | 6 h 21 m | Show | |
Chicago Cubs. NO LIMIT. Game 953. 4:10 PM PST/7:10 PM EST. The Chicago Cubs have very quietly moved into first place in the NL Central with a half-game lead over the Milwaukee Brewers, sporting an overall record of 18-11. They need to keep their foot in the gas, my friends. Meanwhile, the New York Mets are once again struggling, dropping six of their last eight outings. That does include yesterday's series opener, by a score of 3-1. Chicago has certainly have had their way with New York, taking seven of the last 10 meetings, which does include five of the last seven played at Citi Field. I just don't see the struggling Mets offense keeping pace here with the seventh-ranked scoring offense of the Cubs, which are accounting for over 5.07 runs per game. Throw into the mix, today starters which happened to be Javier Assad and Sean Manaea, and I really do feel strongly about the visitor in this matchup. The right-hander is 2-0 with a 2.00 ERA on the campaign, and in two career games, which includes one start against New York, he is 1-1 with a 1.42 ERA. The Mets left-hander is a respectable, 1-1 with a 3.33 ERA and 2024. However, in four games, which includes two starts against the Cubs, he is 0-1 with a 4.67 ERA. The Cubs just have the Mets number. Take Chicago. Thank you. |
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04-30-24 | Maple Leafs v. Bruins -142 | 2-1 | Loss | -142 | 6 h 8 m | Show | |
Boston Bruins. SLAP SHOT. Game 50. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST. Guys, as you know me, I rarely put up a favorite of this price. But a win is a win is a win! The Bruins certainly have the Maple Leafs number, taking nine of the last 10 meetings, which does include seven of eight this season. After watching last nights Stars/Golden Knights game, I doubt Boston is going to ease up at all here. I do put a lot of stock in trending teams in the postseason, and let's face it, Toronto is just 1-7 the last eight. I don't think they expect to be doing anything next week but playing golf. Take the Bruins. Thank you. |
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04-29-24 | Stars v. Golden Knights +111 | Top | 4-2 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 38 m | Show |
Vegas Golden Knights. BEST BET. Game 44. 6:30 PM PST/9:30 PM EST. The Golden Knights are a darn good…no, they are a damn good hockey team. Obviously, we all know there are the defending Stanley Cup Champions. And we are all aware this season they struggled a bit more than most expected. However, just before the postseason began, they got healthy with the return of several key players. They opened up this Round 1 series taking both Games 1 and 2 in Dallas. Game 3 was to be played at The Fortress. And it was a very competitive game. But the Las Vegas home team fell short in overtime. Being up 2-0 is huge in the playoffs. We all know that. The Golden Knights must win this evening or the series becomes tied 2-2 and returns back to Dallas. The entire scenario changes and the odds of Vegas taking this series declines significantly. They know this. There's no way they' are going to drop back-to-back games on their home ice. There's no way they're going to allow the Stars back into this series. Take the Golden Knights. Thank you. |
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04-29-24 | Dodgers -123 v. Diamondbacks | 8-4 | Win | 100 | 10 h 12 m | Show | |
Los Angeles Dodgers. |
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04-29-24 | Phillies -132 v. Angels | 5-6 | Loss | -132 | 10 h 6 m | Show | |
Philadelphia Phillies. |
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04-29-24 | Thunder -4.5 v. Pelicans | 97-89 | Win | 100 | 9 h 16 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City Thunder. |
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04-29-24 | Nationals +124 v. Marlins | 7-2 | Win | 124 | 7 h 16 m | Show | |
Washington Nationals. |
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04-27-24 | Pirates v. Giants -140 | 4-3 | Loss | -140 | 11 h 33 m | Show | |
San Francisco Giants. Top Play. Game 908. 6:05 PM PST/9:05 PM EST. The Pittsburgh Pirates started off the regular season red-hot, winning nine of their first 11 games. But since April 9, have cooled off significantly. They are currently riding a 4-12 slide. They must face an opponent here that has certainly had their number. That's right, the Pirates have dropped eight of the last 10 meetings with the Giants. This does include yesterday’s series opener, 3-0. Speaking of the Giants, they're starting to heat up. They've taken six of their last nine contests coming into Game 2 of this series. And are just one victory away from playing .500 baseball. San Francisco sits at 13-14 on the campaign, and would love to get over that hump. I feel baseball is the streakiest of all the major sports, and in this matchup we see two team streaking in opposite directions. That would be enough for me to side with the home team here. However, the starting pitchers make my argument even stronger. Pittsburgh's left-hander, Martin Perez has not pitched that badly. However, the team has dropped his last three starts. San Francisco right-hander, Jordan Hicks is 2-0 on the campaign with an anemic ERA of 1.61. Let's take the Giants. Thank you. |
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04-27-24 | Bruins +105 v. Maple Leafs | 3-1 | Win | 105 | 11 h 39 m | Show | |
Boston Bruins. SLAP SHOT. Game 29. 5:00 PM PST/8:00 PM EST. Going back a while, Boston has dominated this series, for sure. The Bruins have taken eight of the last 10 meetings over the Maple Leafs. Normally, in a Game 4 situation on the road, I would be a little apprehensive. However, following a Game 2 defeat at home, Boston bounced back and took Game 3 on the road with authority. Toronto is a good team. But they just can't seem to beat this opponent. The Bruins have the confidence of knowing that they truly dominate this adversary, and will not allow them to even the series up. Take Boston. Thank you. |
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04-27-24 | Panthers -120 v. Lightning | Top | 3-6 | Loss | -120 | 8 h 30 m | Show |
Florida Panthers. BEST BET. Game 27. 5:00 PM PST/8:00 PM EST. In today's NHL, sweeping a team in the postseason isn't the easiest thing to do. However, the Florida Panthers are a monster away team, and seem to have the Tampa Bay Lightning’s number. Obviously. we know they're up 3-0 in this series. Going back a bit, they have taken seven of the last eight meetings in this rivalry. If you're worried about being on the road at the Amalie Arena, don't be. The Panthers are one of the stronger road teams in hockey, and have taken four straight meetings on their opponent’s home ice. While Tampa Bay has now dropped seven of their last nine overall, Florida is riding a seven-game win streak. I just don't see them letting the Lightning have any glimmer of hope and letting them back in this series. Take the Panthers. Thank you. |
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04-27-24 | Thunder -115 v. Pelicans | 106-85 | Win | 100 | 6 h 9 m | Show | |
Oklahoma City Thunder on the ML. NBA PS GOW. Game 543. 12:30 PM PST/7:30 PM EST. It was no accident the Oklahoma City Thunder finished the regular season the top seed in the western Conference. This is a solid basketball team. They also have a big leg up on a lot of the other playoff squads due to the fact they have no significant injuries. On the other hand, the New Orleans Pelicans sort of limped into the postseason. Let's face it, it seems without their star player, Zion Williamson, this team falls way short or competing with this level of opponent. The Thunder have taken six of the last seven meetings in this rivalry, covering five of those meetings. The team as well as all of us are well aware, taking a 3-0 lead in this first round is huge. As a matter fact, it's usually any round. If Oklahoma City allows New Orleans to get back into the series with a win here, it becomes a whole different scenario. The Thunder are by far the better team, they have had their opponents number, and they enter this Game 3 matchup red-hot, winning seven consecutive contests. The number is off here. Let's take advantage of it. Take Oklahoma City. Thank you. |
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04-26-24 | Jets +148 v. Avalanche | 2-6 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 58 m | Show | |
Winnipeg Jets. SLAP SHOT play. Game 21. 7:00 PM PST/10:00 PM EST.
Guys, I've made a pretty successful career going against the grain. Today I'm once again going to buck the tide, and go against the general public as I'm taking the Winnipeg Jets. I am well aware the Colorado Avalanche finished the regular season the top-scoring team in the NHL. I am also aware they are a strong team when playing at the Ball Arena. However, the Winnipeg Jets are a darn good road team. They also score quite a bit of goals. But it is their defense that prompts me to side with them here. They finished the regular season the second ranked team in hockey, yielding just 2.4 goals per game, and that will be the difference here. Especially after the Game 2 defeat in which they allowed five goals. Please remember the Jets dominate this rivalry, taking eight of the last 10 meetings, which doesn't include three of the last four played as a visitor. Take Winnipeg. Thank you. |
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04-25-24 | Panthers -102 v. Lightning | 5-3 | Win | 100 | 8 h 16 m | Show | |
Florida Panthers. Slap Shot play. Game 9. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST.
As of posting this play, early money is coming in on the home team here. And I understand why. After all, the Tampa Bay Lightning are solid home team. But they did close the season winning just two of their final five at the Amalie Arena. To say the Florida Panthers have had their way with them, would be an understatement. Tampa Bay has lost six of the last seven meetings in this rivalry. This does include both games in this series thus far. While the Lightning are going to be a competitive team no matter what. I just feel the Panthers, which by the way are riding a six-game win streak, are truly their kryptonite. Making them an underdog only because they're playing on the road is a mistake. Take Tampa Bay. Thank you. |
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04-24-24 | Pelicans +7.5 v. Thunder | 92-124 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 58 m | Show | |
New Orleans Pelicans. ATR play. Game 519. 6:30 PM PST/9:30 PM EST. I think we can all agree that Zion Williamson is one of the most exciting young players in the NBA today. As far as the postseason goes, we kind of know, without him the team is going to be in a tough situation to advance. However, this team took down Sacramento on the 19th without their star player, and then lost a heartbreaker, 94-92 in Game 1 of this series, right here at the Paycom Center. This is a team that has played their counterpart very competitively, winning five of the last six meetings, straight up, covering four of those six, which does include three consecutive meetings. I don't see why this game will be any less competitive. Way too many points. Take New Orleans. Thank you. |
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04-24-24 | Golden Knights +145 v. Stars | 3-1 | Win | 145 | 9 h 46 m | Show | |
Las Vegas Golden Knights. SLAPSHOT play. Game 3. 6:30 PM PSTY/9:30 PM EST. I know that Game 2 bounce-backs for a home team are a popular bettor’s point of view. But Las Vegas knows Dallas all too well. The Golden Knights have had the Stars number, taking five in a row, and eight of the last 10 meetings. This does include all four matchups this season. That's a strong trend my friends. To go one further, they've taken three consecutive contests at the American Airlines Center. During the Golden Knights five-game win streak over the Stars, they have outscored their opponent by combined, 21-7. Trust me when I tell you the coach and the team know what the fans know…and it won't agree with them. I'm talking about defending Stanley Cup Champions, which have dominated their opponent and underdog of this magnitude, won't sit well with a team. Take Las Vegas. Thank you. |
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04-24-24 | Bruins -104 v. Maple Leafs | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 6 h 29 m | Show | |
Boston Bruins. BACK OF THE NET play. Game 1. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST. Even Joe DiMaggio's hitting streak had to end at 56 games. But after that streak ended, he then went on another respectable streak. My point being, the Bruins have dominated the Maple Leafs, winning eight consecutive meetings between January of 2023 and April of 2024. Monday's matchup, I think we can all agree, Boston let's slip away. This is a team that had a regular season away record of 23-9-9, which was one of the best in the NHL. I see this team bouncing back here, getting the win, and taking the series lead before they go back home. Take the Bruins. Thank you. |
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04-23-24 | Predators v. Canucks -147 | 4-1 | Loss | -147 | 9 h 49 m | Show | |
Vancouver Canucks. PP. Game 78. 7:00 PM PST/10:00 PM EST. Not only does Vancouver enter Game 2 of this matchup the hotter team, but they are playing at home where they have been one of the toughest teams in the NHL this season once again playing host. To make matters worse for the visiting Nashville team, the Canucks have dominated the Predators, taking five consecutive meetings with them, which does include Game 1 of the series, two days ago. Vancouver, during that five-game span, has outscored Nashville by a combined, 17-8. I don't see any reason why tonight's outcome would be any different. Take the Canucks. Thank you. |
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04-23-24 | Mavs +2 v. Clippers | 96-93 | Win | 100 | 9 h 55 m | Show | |
Dallas Mavericks. |
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04-23-24 | Avalanche v. Jets +106 | 5-2 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 23 m | Show | |
Winnipeg Jets. BB. Game 76. 6:30 PM PST/9:30 PM EST. With all respect to the Colorado Avalanche, I just don't see why they're getting the majority of the early wagers. The Winnipeg Jets have had their number, taking seven of the last nine meetings, including all four this season. The Avalanche lose a little luster when they travel. And, it goes without question, the Jets are one of the better home teams in the League. I am aware Colorado finished the regular season as the top-scoring team in the NHL. However, they also give up a lot of goals. And that's the difference here. Winnipeg can keep pace with them offensively, for sure. But it is their stellar goaltenders, which finished the regular season ranking second in the NHL, allowing just 2.4 goals per game, that will be the difference-maker. Take the home team, Winnipeg Jets. Thank you. |
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04-23-24 | Orioles -152 v. Angels | 4-7 | Loss | -152 | 8 h 21 m | Show | |
Baltimore Orioles. SMP. Game 927. 6:35 PM PST/9:35 PM EST. Baltimore has taken over the top spot in the American League East, winning three in a row, and sporting an overall record of 15-7. To say they have dominated Los Angeles, would be an understatement. The Orioles have taken eight of the last 10 meetings in this rivalry, which includes three of four this season. There is no question Grayson Rodriguez has been far superior than Griffin Canning. Take Baltimore. Thank you. |
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04-22-24 | Mets +103 v. Giants | 2-5 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 13 m | Show | |
New York Mets. NO LIMIT. Game 961. 6:45 PM PST/9:45 PM EST. The New York Mets will be sending Jose Quintana to the mound. The left-hand er is 1-1 with a 3.05 ERA on the campaign, yielding three runs or less in all four of his starts, as the team has won his last three outings. The San Francisco Giants will be sending Keaton Winn to the mound. The right-hander is just 1-3 on the season with an ERA of 4.09, as the team has dropped three of his four starts. That would be enough for me to side with the visitor here. However, let's keep going (LOL). New York possesses a very respectful, 6-3 road record, and have won eight of their last 10 overall games. San Francisco is playing just .500 ball at home this season, at 5-5, en route to an overall mark of 10-13. But I'm looking at this from a smart money point of view my, friends. Following a six-game win streak, the Mets took their worst loss, and embarrassing defeat in their last outing, at the hands of the Dodgers, 10-0. This is a very good team with a lot of pride. I see them bouncing back here and getting back on track, while making an example out of an inferior opponent. Take New York. Thank you. |
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04-22-24 | Magic v. Cavs -5.5 | 86-96 | Win | 100 | 7 h 29 m | Show | |
Cleveland Cavaliers. ABOVE THE RIM. Game 502. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST. I'm gonna’ keep this breakdown very short and very sweet, just like me (lol). Donovan Mitchell seems to have his injury issues in the rearview. The star player accounted for over 30 points in Saturday's game 1, 97-83 win and cover at home over the visiting Orlando Magic. That victory gave the Cavaliers seven wins over the last nine meetings with the Magic, as they have covered seven of those nine meetings as well. Furthermore Orlando, although is a decent team, struggles badly on the road, where they are just 18-24 this season. Most recently they have failed to cover five consecutive games played as a visitor. Maybe it's because they're so banged up. Yes, it's true Cleveland is a lot healthier. I just see the Cavaliers smell blood in the water here. Cleveland. Thank you. |
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04-22-24 | Maple Leafs v. Bruins -134 | 3-2 | Loss | -134 | 10 h 52 m | Show | |
Boston Bruins. BEST BET. Game 62. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST. The Boston Bruins took Game 1 of this series on Saturday, by a score of 5-1. It just seems they have the Toronto Maple Leafs number for sure. Boston has taken eight consecutive meetings in this rivalry, going back to January of 2023. This does include all five meetings this season. Going back to those eight matchups, the Bruins have outscored the Maple Leafs by a combined, 31-14. The Game 1 defeat was the fifth consecutive losing effort for Toronto, in which their goaltending has allowed a whopping, 27 goals, for an average of 5.4 goals per game. No matter how well you do offensively, if you're allowing that many goals per game, things aren't going to go well. Yes, Toronto did finish the regular season ranking second in goals scored, averaging over 3.6 goals per game. But they just don't match up well here. But not too many teams have, as the Bruins goaltending has been stellar all season, ranking sixth in the NHL, and allowing just 2.7 goals per game. Boston comes in here with a lot of confidence knowing all too well how they have dominated Toronto. They are playing at home, and they want nothing more than to take another game before heading off on the road in this series. Take the Bruins. Thank you. |
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04-21-24 | Avalanche v. Jets -105 | Top | 6-7 | Win | 100 | 12 h 50 m | Show |
Winnipeg Jets. BEST BET. Game 56. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST. This matchup might not be the flashiest or the most watched series in the first round. However, there is money to be made in it. The Colorado Avalanche are a very good team. They did finish the regular season with 50 wins and 107 points. But to be quite honest, when they take it on the road, they're just not as strong as when they're playing at home. As a host this season, this team was 39-9-1, while as a visitor, they are 19-16-6. They also top the NHL in scoring, averaging over 3.7 goals per game. But, this season, they've allowed over 3.1 goals per game. And if you remember, even Superman had kryptonite. And Colorado's kryptonite seems to be Winnipeg. The Jets have taken all three meetings in this series this season, outscoring the Avalanche by a combined, 17-4. Going back a little bit further, they've taken six of the last eight meetings. I always believe that momentum means a lot, particularly in the NHL. And Winnipeg finished the regular season as one of the hottest teams in hockey, winning their final eight contests. This does include four consecutive victories at the Canada Life Centre. On their own ice this season, they are very respectful, 27-11-3, en route to an overall record of 52-24, accumulating 110 points. That was good enough to finish as the second seed in the Western Conference. They average over 3.2 goals per game, while only allowing 2.4 goals per game, which was good enough to rank them second in the League. FYI, Colorado finished the campaign winning just four of their final 10 outings, which doesn't include a 1-3 record on the road. Winnipeg has their number, comes in here red-hot, and is playing at home in front of their loyal fans. Take the Jets. Thank you. |
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04-21-24 | Pacers -117 v. Bucks | 94-109 | Loss | -117 | 10 h 46 m | Show | |
Indiana Pacers on the moneyline. Slam Dunk. Game 583. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST. Obviously, the availability of Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo (check status) are unknown at this point. Most reports are stating the “Greek Freak” is most-likely sitting. Now we always must do our due diligence and confirm any injury information, especially in the NBA. But even if he does play, he is not 100%. What has been confirmed is that Lillard is still not 100%, even if he does play. Reports are the star PG is still hampered with a groin issue. Obviously, as we all know, the Bucks limped into the postseason, dropping eight of their final 11 contests. But even when they were healthy, the Pacers are a true thorn in their side. Indiana has taken five of the last seven meetings in this rivalry, which does include four of five this season, both straight up and against the spread. Meanwhile, the Pacers finished the campaign winning seven of their final 10 and covering six of those outings as well. They are relatively healthy and I believe their trademark pace of play will be a key factor here. I've never seen a team that moves as slowly as Indiana, but yet tops the NBA in scoring, averaging over 123.3 points per game as they top the League as well in field goal percentage from the floor, hitting over 50.7%. Granted, Milwaukee, when they are whole, can keep pace offensively with any opponent, but their defense just doesn't match up well with their opponent’s offense here. Take Indiana. Thank you. |
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04-20-24 | Maple Leafs v. Bruins -120 | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 19 h 56 m | Show | |
Boston Bruins. NHL BEST BET. Game 44. 5:00 PM PST/8:00 PM EST. To say Boston has had their way in this rivalry, would be an understatement. The Bruins have taken seven consecutive meetings against the Maple Leaf’s, which does include all four matchups this season. Toronto is a formidable opponent. But they enter the playoffs running cold, dropping four consecutive games to end the regular season. During their current slide, they have allowed opponents to average 5.5 goals per game. The Bruins ended the regular season ranking sixth, yielding just 2.7 goals per game. They've got a stingy, ferocious, frustrating defense and a solid man in goal. They come in here with confidence knowing they have handled the visitor here very easily. Take the Bruins. Thank you. |
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04-20-24 | Islanders +1.5 v. Hurricanes | 1-3 | Loss | -140 | 16 h 45 m | Show | |
New York Islanders on the puck line. Game 1 Winner. Game 41. 2:00 PM PST/5:00 PM EST. These two teams have met four times with each sweeping on their opponent’s home ice this season. New York enters this matchup running red-hot, winning eight of their last nine, which includes three of four road games. There is no doubt Carolina is a solid adversary. Looking at puck line statistics, the Islanders are 24-17 on the road while the Hurricanes are just 18-23 at home in that situation. These two teams know each other well, don't like each other too much, and play each other very competitively. Take New York on the puck line. Thank you. |
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04-20-24 | Mets +1.5 v. Dodgers | 6-4 | Win | 100 | 3 h 5 m | Show | |
New York Mets on the run line. SMART MONEY PLAY. Game 955. 1:05 PM PST/4:05 PM EST. My friends, the New York Mets are starting to heat up, while the Los Angeles Dodgers are certainly cooling down. Baseball is about streaks, and right now, the Mets are streaking. They have won five in a row and eight of their last 10, which does include all four road games during that span, and yesterday's Game 1 meeting inn this NL rivalry, 9-4. That victory gave New York six over the last meetings with Los Angeles. Jose Butto and Gavin Stone are slated. No question, the New York right-hander has showed a lot more promise and consistency than the Los Angeles right-hander. Take the Mets on the run line. Thank you. |
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04-20-24 | Red Sox +105 v. Pirates | 4-2 | Win | 105 | 3 h 59 m | Show | |
Boston Red Sox. NO LIMIT. Game 967. 1:05 PM PST/4:05 PM EST. Boston took Game 1 of this series yesterday, 8-1. There was a time when this team dominated at home in Fenway Park, while they struggled a bit on the road. However, this season, the opposite is ringing true. The Red Sox are an astounding, 8-3 on the road so far, this regular season and get to face a Pirates opponent here that is on a skid. Pittsburgh is riding a four-game losing streak. And overall, they have dropped seven of their last night. Kutter Crawford and Mitch Keller are slated here today. In 20.2 innings pitched so far this season, the Boston right-hander has allowed just one earned run. Overall, he sports an ERA of 0.42. While the Pirates right-hand has shown some durability, it would be safe to say the team has won three of his four starts this season because they have given him very good run support. The Red Sox are hot and win on the road. Take Boston. Thank you. |
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04-20-24 | Suns +1.5 v. Wolves | 95-120 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 18 m | Show | |
Phoenix Suns. GAME 1 MONEYMAKER. Game 577. 12:00 PM PST/3:00 PM EST. Yes, the Minnesota Timberwolves finished the regular season a very impressive, 56-26. But this is a team that must be nervous because they have been bounced out of the first round in each of the past two seasons. As a matter of fact, they haven't made it past the first round since 2004. On the other hand, Phoenix ended the regular season winning six of eight games, which does include their final three contests. It's no secret the Suns have dominated the Timberwolves, winning nine of the last 10 straight up, and covering nine consecutive meetings. Getting to the postseason is one thing. But succeeding in the playoffs is an entirely different monster, and Phoenix has made the playoffs for the fourth consecutive year. I think giving this team points is a mistake. Take the Suns. Thank you. |
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04-20-24 | Marlins v. Cubs -130 | 3-2 | Loss | -130 | 2 h 49 m | Show | |
Chicago Cubs in Game 1 of DH. |
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04-19-24 | Brewers -111 v. Cardinals | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 9 h 32 m | Show | |
Milwaukee Brewers. NO LIMIT. Game 903. 5:15 PM PST/8:15 PM EST. The Milwaukee Brewers are perched atop the NL Central, at 11-6, and are playing some very good ball. To go one further, they also possess one of the best road records in the NL, at 7-2 away from home this season. This is the first meeting of 2024 between these two Division rivals. Milwaukee has taken five of the last six meetings all played in last September. They entered this matchup bouncing back following their first three-game slide of the campaign, taking Wednesday's contest at home against the Padres. St. Louis dwells in the NL Central cellar, at 9-10, which includes a record of 3-3 at home. They have dropped seven of their last 10, which does include three or four played at home. The pitching matchups of Freddy Peralta and Kyle Gibson are slated. The Milwaukee right-hander is 2-0 with a 2.55 ERA on the campaign, as the team has won all three of his starts this season. The St. Louis right-hander is 1-2 on the campaign, with a 6.16 ERA, as the team has dropped his last two starts. The matchups heavily favor the visitor here. Take the Brewers. Thank you. |
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04-19-24 | Bulls +2.5 v. Heat | 91-112 | Loss | -115 | 7 h 13 m | Show | |
Chicago Bulls. SLAM DUNK. Game 559. 4:00 PM PST/7:00 PM EST. Just like me, I'm going to keep this breakdown very short, and extremely sweet (lol). The Miami Heat will be without both, Jimmy Butler and Terry Rozier. While I get why a lot of the general public are coming in on the home team here, I really don't think they grasp the severity of these two missing players in this specific matchup. These are two of their three highest-scoring players, not to mention their starting cornerstone. A few items I'd like to make you aware of; for starters, last years, PLAY IN matchup saw Miami finishing on a 15-1 run to overcome Chicago, and end their season. The Bulls must be salivating, knowing they get another chance at the Heat here. Oh, by the way, there's one more thing I want you to know: Chicago covered both meetings in Miami this season. I think it's going be a competitive game and a physical game. Right now, Chicago is a little deeper, a little hungrier, and is looking for a little payback. Take the Bulls. Thank you. |
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04-17-24 | Cardinals v. A's UNDER 8 | 3-6 | Loss | -105 | 4 h 24 m | Show | |
Under St. Louis/Oakland. TOTAL BEST BET. Games 927/928. 12:35 PM PST/3:35 PM EST. I know it's still very early in this regular season, but we cannot ignore a certain trend occurring between these two teams. Together, St. Louis and Oakland have combined to play 21 unders and just 12 overs this season. As a matter fact, the last four meetings in this matchup have all gone under the total, which includes both games 1 and 2 of this series. Statistically, both offenses rank in the bottom quarter in scoring: St. Louis accounts for just 3.72 runs per game and Oakland just 2.78 RPG. However, another coincidence is both pitching staffs rank in the Top-10. The Cardinals staff ranks eighth in baseball, with a Team ERA 3.59, while the A's Staff ranks 10th, with a 3.75 team ERA. Speaking of pitching, Matz and Blackburn our schedule today. The Cardinals left-hander is 1-0 with 1.80 ERA on the campaign, allowing two runs or less in all three of his starts. The Athletics right-hander is 1-0, and believe it or not, has not allowed an earned run yet in three starts. These two starters have pitched well and both bullpens are among the best in the League. With the obvious lack of offensive prowess in both lineups, we are compelled to take the UNDER. Thank you. |
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04-17-24 | Royals -1.5 v. White Sox | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 3 h 1 m | Show | |
Kansas City Royals on the run line. NO LIMIT. Game 917. 11:10 AM PST/2:10 PM EST. Don't look now, but Kansas City is playing some great baseball winning eight of their last 10, en route to overall record of 11-6. This includes Game 1 of this series yesterday, by a score of 2-0. Monday's victory gave Kansas City seven consecutive wins over Chicago. Oh, and by the way, only one of those victories has come by a single run. No matter how you slice it K.C. is a big win today as they send right-hander, Brady Singer to the mound. The team has won his last four outings going back to last season, which includes all three starts this season. Chicago has Jonathan Cannon making his first start of the campaign. The White Sox are a hot mess, dropping…well let me put it this way, they own an overall record of 2-14 (lol). Oh, by the way, the Royals are averaging a full 3.00 runs per game more offensively than the White Sox. Take Kansas City on the run line. Thank you. |
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04-17-24 | Pirates v. Mets -150 | 1-9 | Win | 100 | 2 h 5 m | Show | |
New York Mets. HIGH ROLLER. Game 906. 10:10 AM PST/1:10 PM EST. As many of you know, I came with the New York Mets yesterday, and it paid off very nicely for all of us. I mentioned in yesterday's analysis statistics and records can sometimes be deceiving. For example, the Pirates are 11-7 overall, the Mets, with yesterday's victory are over .500 at 9-8. However, Pittsburgh has cooled off quite a bit recently, dropping five of their last seven, while New York has heated up, winning seven of their last nine. The beginning of the season Pittsburgh started off hot while New York started cold. With yesterday's victory, the Mets have now taken seven of the last 10 meetings in this League rivalry. Don't get me wrong, Pittsburgh can score, and they have a decent pitching staff. But New York seems to have their number, and possesses the sixth-ranked staff in baseball, possessing a Team ERA of 3.33. Today's starters are Bailey Falter and Luis Severino. Both are undefeated against today's lineups (Severino 2-0 with a 0.82 ERA in two career starts against the Pirates, Falter 1-0 with 3.46 ERA in four appearances, which includes three starts vs. the Mets). I just see New York turning a corner here and revving their engine against an opponent that seems to be struggling badly. Take the Mets. Thank you. |
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04-16-24 | Braves -113 v. Astros | Top | 6-2 | Win | 100 | 5 h 28 m | Show |
Atlanta Braves. Best Bet. Game 975. 5:10 PM PST/8:10 PM EST. One of the best teams in the National League will take on one of the worst in the American League here in Game 2 of this series between the Atlanta Braves and the Houston Astros. Atlanta took Game 1 yesterday, 6-1. Granted a season ago, Houston had their way in this rivalry. But this season the Astros are just struggling at 6-12 overall. No matter how you slice it, the Braves, both on the mound and at the plate, are far superior. Currently, Atlanta ranks number one in the Majors in scoring, averaging over 6.47 runs per game, number one in Team Batting Average at .301, and number one in OPS, at .852. Houston's numbers in batting average and OPS and even home runs are impressive. They're just not consistent. That would be one thing if that was all it was. But they also rank 29th in the League with a Team ERA, a whopping 5.35. Today's matchup is scheduled to be Reynaldo Lopez and Hunter Brown. Going back to September of last season, the Braves have won four of their right-handers last five starts. Oh, and by the way, in those five starts, he has yielded a combined for earned runs in over 23.1 innings pitched. This game gets ugly. Take Atlanta. Thank you. |
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04-16-24 | Lakers +1.5 v. Pelicans | 110-106 | Win | 100 | 28 h 21 m | Show | |
Los Angeles Lakers. Game 541. 4:30 PM PST/7:30 PM EST. When it comes down to elimination time, cream rises to the top. And whether you like him or not, LeBron James does not like missing the playoffs. The Lakers have a fight on their hands right now to make sure they make the postseason cut line. This is a team that has taken five of the last six meetings with their opponent, going back to February of 2023. Oh, by the way they've also covered five of those six meetings (lol). They enter this matchup running pretty hot, winning seven of their last 10 straight up, while the pelicans, despite a strong road stand, in which they won all four games, failed to win their last outing, which coincidentally, was at home against this very opponent. I just don't see King James and Company not putting out their best effort here. Take the Lakers. Thank you. |
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04-16-24 | Pirates v. Mets -108 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 5 h 41 m | Show | |
New York Mets. High Roller. Game 956. 4:10 PM PST/7:10 PM EST. Very early on in any regular season, records can be very deceiving. For example, the Pirates enter this matchup at 11-6, while the Mets are just 8-8. It wouldn't be a stretch to say that since the first bit of the campaign, Pittsburgh has cooled off, while New York has heated up. As a matter fact Pittsburgh has dropped five of their last six overall games, while New York has won seven of their last 10. Not only that but the Pirates have dropped three of the last five on the road, while the Mets have won five of their last six at home. I also like the pitching matchups quite a bit here as Jared Jones and Jose Quintana are slated. The Pirates right-hander has been shaky, as the team has dropped two of his three outings this season. The Mets left-hander has looked sharp, as the team has won his last two outings. I look for the Mets to get a big win here and get above .500. Take New York. Thank you. |
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04-16-24 | Angels v. Rays -140 | 6-7 | Win | 100 | 4 h 16 m | Show | |
Tampa Bay Rays. No Limit Game 968. 3:50 PM PST/6:50 PM EST. The toughest division in baseball, once again looks to be the American League East. New York has jumped out to a Major League Baseball best, 12-5 record. while just behind them at 10-6 are the Baltimore Orioles. Then the Boston Red Sox, Tampa Bay Rays, and Toronto Blue Jays are all tied at 9-8. Understand this is still the most competitive division in baseball, and when you see teams on the bottom of this division, they're still very competitive against any other division in the MLB. The Angels are in second place in the AL West at 8-8. I think we can all agree that Los Angeles might be in for a long season. Having said that, they did take yesterday's matchup in this series, 7-3. However, prior to that, Tampa Bay took six of the previous nine. Yes, the Angels do sport a better road record than a home record, while Tampa Bay's stats show that they are a little bit better on the road than they are at home at the present time. But today everything changes. And on paper, the visitor does show better statistics both at the plate and on the mound, overall. Today's pitching changes all that as Jose Soriano and Aaron Civale are slated. The L.A. right-hander is 0-2 with a 6.30 ERA on the campaign, while the TB right-hander is 2-1 with a 2.12 ERA this season. Call it a hunch, but I think the Rays turn things around today and get on the winning path. Take Tampa Bay. Thank you. |
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04-15-24 | Reds +133 v. Mariners | 3-9 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 49 m | Show | |
Cincinnati Reds. Game 929. 6:45 PM PST/9:45 PM EST. You know, sometimes statistics and records can be very deceiving. The Cincinnati Reds are 9-6, which is a good record. They are tied with the Chicago Cubs for third place in the NL Central. However, there are still several teams ahead of them in the division, and as I mentioned their record can be deceiving. But this is a team which has won five of their six road games, has won three in a row, and possesses baseball’s third-ranked scoring offense, averaging over 6.00 RPG. Let's face it, Seattle is a mess. They are 6-10 overall, and have dropped their last few games. This is an offense averaging just 3.06 RPG. As a matter of fact, they rank near the bottom in just about every offensive category. There is no question, Red’s right-hander, Frankie Montas has showed a lot better control so far this season than Mariners right-hand, George Kirby. I like this situation here for the visitors. Take Cincinnati. Thank you. |
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04-15-24 | Padres v. Brewers -110 | 7-3 | Loss | -110 | 6 h 53 m | Show | |
Milwaukee Brewers. Game 908. 4:40 PM PST/7:40 PM EST. Yes, it's true, the Brewers road record is a bit more impressive than their home record. But this is a team that comes off their first lost following a four-game win streak, and let's face it, they have the Padres number. Milwaukee has taken four in a row and six of the last seven meetings with San Diego. I do like the pitching matchups here as Joe Musgrove and Joe Ross are scheduled today. It's no secret San Diego both offensively and on the mound are putting up some decent numbers. However, Milwaukee possesses baseball's top-scoring team and rank in the top-10 in pitching as well. I just think that overall, this team is meshing a lot better at the moment and I look for them to continue their domination in this rivalry. Take the Brewers. Thank you. |
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04-15-24 | Royals -158 v. White Sox | 2-0 | Win | 100 | 6 h 50 m | Show | |
Kansas City Royals. Game 923. 4:40 PM PST/7:40 PM EST. Here we have two division rivals heading in opposite directions. The Chicago White Sox sport baseball's poorest record, at 2-13, and obviously dwell in the cellar of the American League Central, while the Kansas City Royals are 10-6 overall, and are just a half-game behind the Cleveland Guardians for the top spot in the division. The Royals have dominated the White Sox, taking six in a row and eight of the last 10 meetings, which includes all four meetings this season. Seth Lugo and Nick Nastirini are on the mound. Lugo is no stranger to big games. Nor is he a stranger to Chicago as he is one-zero with a 1.23 ERA in his career against them. The other hand the White Sox starter is making his major-league regular season debut. Take the Royals. Thank you. |
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04-15-24 | Pirates +113 v. Mets | 3-6 | Loss | -100 | 5 h 28 m | Show | |
Pittsburgh Pirates. Game 905. 4:10 PM PST 7:10 PM EST. Very quietly, the Pittsburgh Pirates have jumped to an 11-5 record thus far. Believe it or not, they are only one of six teams that have reached double-digits in wins so far this season. They enter today's match with a very reputable, 8-3 road record. Meanwhile, at 7-8, we can talk turkey and admit the New York Mets aren't off to a wonderful start. They are also just 3-6 at home in 2024. But it is the pitching matchup that I find very compelling here. Left-hander, Martin Perez is 1-0 with 1.89 ERA on the campaign, and over his career owns a very impressive record of 4-0 with a 2.88 ERRA in eight games, which includes four starts against the Mets. Right-hander, Adrian Houser is 0-1 with a 5.40 ERA this season, and in his career, is 4-3 with a 3.79 ERA in 14 games, which includes 10 starts against the Pirates. Both on the mound and at the plate, Pittsburgh is far superior and I see they're explosive bats lighting up the scoreboard here. Take the Pirates. Thank you. |
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04-15-24 | Islanders -115 v. Devils | Top | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 5 h 36 m | Show |
New York Islanders. Game 37. 4:05 PM PST/7:05 PM EST. Yes, I am well aware the Devils have taken all three meetings with the Islanders this season. However, New Jersey is eliminated from any postseason opportunities, while New York is still fighting for a slot. Not only that, but the Islanders come in here running hot. They won six in a row before Saturday's, 3-2 shootout loss on the road at the Rangers. I just don't see the Devils looking to play spoiler here. I don't see them jeopardizing any of their talent. Take New York. Thank you. |
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04-14-24 | Yankees -117 v. Guardians | 7-8 | Loss | -117 | 2 h 41 m | Show | |
New York Yankees. High Roller. Game 961 10:40 AM PST/1:40 PM EST. New York possesses the best overall record in baseball at 12-3. They had their way with Cleveland, taking eight of the last 10 meetings, which does include both Games 1 and 2 of this series. As a matter fact, the Yankees have outscored the Guardians by a combined, 11-4. Today's starters are scheduled to be Cortes and Allen. The team has won four of Cortes' last five starts going back to last season, while he comes off his best outing in a while, throwing 8.0 full innings, allowing just two hits and zero earned runs, six days ago, and getting the 7-0 shutout win. Meanwhile, Allen comes off his poorest performance in quite some time, getting shelled for five earned runs in just 4.0 innings pitched in a loss to the White Sox. New York surely has the power in their lineup to jump on the Cleveland starter and keep the pressure up while the League’s third-ranked pitching staff (Team ERA of 3.02) shut down the Guardians offense. New York. Thank you. |
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04-11-24 | Astros v. Royals +122 | 3-13 | Win | 122 | 3 h 23 m | Show | |
Kansas City Royals. Double Play. Game 910. 11:10 AM PST/210 PM EST. If you check the current standings, you'll see the Houston Astros possess the American League’s second poorest record, at 4-9. The Astros usually start a bit slow, but this year they are certainly looking more mortal than in previous campaigns. On the other hand, the Kansas City Royals sit in second place in their division, at 8-4. You know, a season ago this team finished 33-48 at home. Something has come over the Royals because they are 7-2 at Kauffman Stadium thus far. They have dominated their opponent here today, taking five in a row and eight of the last 10 meetings going back to July of 2022. This does include Games 1 and 2 of this series by combined score of 15-5. Hunter Brown and Brady Singer are slated here today. The Houston right-hander look good in his first outing despite getting a No Decision, but got shredded in his last outing for 5.0 earned runs in just 3.0 IP. As a matter fact, between his first two starts, he is averaging just 3.1 IP. The Kansas City right-hander is 1-0 this season, but has looked good in both starts, averaging over 6.2 innings pitched, while the team has won both of his outings. Oh, by the way, going back to last season, the Astros have dropped four of Brown's last five starts. If you check stats, you'll see the Royals are averaging almost a full run more per game offensively, while they're pitching staff has a Team ERA of almost 2 runs less per game. Take Kansas City. Thank you. |
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04-10-24 | Marlins v. Yankees -1.5 | 5-2 | Loss | -105 | 6 h 45 m | Show | |
New York Yankees on the run line. Best Bet. Game 978. 4:05 PM PST/7:05 PM EST. The New York Yankees own the best overall record in baseball, at 10-2. They're also dominating in the Bronx, sporting a 4-1 record at home so far this season. At 1-11, the Miami Marlins own the worst record in all of the Big Leagues. This does include a 1-4 away mark. New York has had their way with Miami, taking seven of the last 10 meetings going back four years, which includes both Games 1 and 2 of this series, by combined score of 10-2. No one expects too much from Miami this season. But, when you are outscored by more than a run a half a game and on both, the mound and at the plate your statistics rank among the poorest in the league, it's going to be a long season. It's the pitching situation here that prompts me even more to side with the Yankees. Marcus Stroman is 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA. If you recall, a season ago, he pitched at least six innings with the Cubs, 15 times. So far in this short campaign, he is already done the same in both of his outings. The righthander is 1-0 with a 3.00 ERA in six career starts against the Marlins. Speaking of Miami, left hander Ryan Weathers takes the hill at home. He is 0-1 with a 4.00 ERA, and since being acquired from San Diego last season, he is 0-3 with a 6.14 ERA in five appearances for the Marlins. New York and their mighty lineup is outscoring opponents by more than 2 1/2 runs per game, while the Leagues second-ranked pitching staff (Team ERA of 2.48) is getting the job done as well. Take the Yankees on the run line. Thank you. |
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04-08-24 | Dodgers -130 v. Twins | Top | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 7 h 10 m | Show |
Los Angeles Dodgers. April IL GOM. Game 975. 4:40 PM PST/7:40 PM EST. Unless you've been living on another planet for a while, you are well aware the Los Angeles Dodgers are once again one of the preseason teams predicted to buy not just for the pennant, but for the World Series. This is a very good team. They are loaded, both on the mound and at the plate. I really like today's matchup even more because they took their first humiliating beating of the season yesterday, getting thumped on the road at the Chicago Cubs, 8-1. This is a team that does not take losing lightly. And furthermore, they take embarrassing defeats even more seriously. I look for them to bounce back today against the struggling Minnesota Twins here. For starters, the Dodgers have taken nine of the last 10 meetings with the Twins going back to 2017. Just over the last season or two, they are 6-1 in this Inter League matchup. Let's talk about the pitchers: James Paxton gets the nod on the road, while Bailey takes the mound at home. The Los Angeles left-hander is 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA on the campaign. Over his career, he has made seven starts against the Twins, in which he owns a very respectful record of 4-1 with an ERA of 2.61. In 38 innings pitched against them, he has walked 11 and struck out 46. This does not bode well as the Twins are averaging just 3.00 runs per game as it is and rank between 27th and 30th in most every major offensive category. Oh, by the way, they also have knocked just three home runs and stolen just two bases. I don't see them keeping pace with the Dodgers on the scoreboard. Los Angeles averages over 5.75 runs per game and ranks in the top-10 in just about every offensive category. Overall, their pitching needs some improvement. But today's starter negates all that, as I mentioned earlier. For Minnesota, today's starter is 0-1 with a whopping ERA of 54.00. He has only one appearance against the Dodgers in his career, and that was back in May 2023. He pitched well against them. This season’s lineup won’t be giving any run support here today. Los Angeles. Thank you. |
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04-07-24 | Marlins v. Cardinals -137 | Top | 10-3 | Loss | -137 | 3 h 38 m | Show |
St. Louis Cardinals. NL Game of the Week. Game 908. 11:15 AM PST/2:15 PM EST. Every season it seems the Cardinals are predicted to be a major force to be reckoned with. Now I will admit after starting this regular season off at 3-4, we were scratching our heads a bit. However, all of those games were played on the road, and since they started playing at Busch Stadium, they are a perfect, 2-0, which happens to be wins in both Games 1 and 2 against the Miami Marlins. As you know, Miami is the only winless team in baseball, at 0-9. We can look at stats from last season and we will find the Marlins seem to struggle in the NL on the road, going 38-43 away from home. This is not a very good team overall. And when traveling, things go from bad to worse. To add insult to injury, the Cardinals right-hander, Kyle Gibson is significantly superior than Marlins right-hander, Max Meyer. Even if you look at their early season’s statistics, both at the plate and on the mound, you will find St. Louis is far and away the better team. They average nearly one run more per game offensively, while they're pitching staff gives up nearly a run and a half less per game. Take the home team here. Take the Cardinals. Thank you. |
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04-07-24 | Phillies -136 v. Nationals | 2-3 | Loss | -136 | 2 h 2 m | Show | |
Philadelphia Phillies. NL West Game of the Week. Game 903. 10:35 AM PST/1:35 PM EST. No one expects the Washington Nationals to do too much this year. They're currently on a three-game slide, in which the last two they were downed by the Philadelphia Phillies by a combined 9-2. Philadelphia has taking five of the last seven meetings with their division rival and enter today's matchup very confident. Christopher Sanchez and McKenzie Gore are scheduled here. The Phillies left-hander is a solid pitcher, my friends. Meanwhile the Nationals left-hander doesn't have the worst numbers. But he did not look very sharp in his first outing this season back in April 1, taking a no decision in the teams, 8-4 loss at home against the Pirates. Gore is 0-3 with a 6.65 ERA all-time against Philadelphia giving up five home runs in five games. Take the Phillies. Thank you. |
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04-06-24 | Alabama v. Connecticut -11.5 | 72-86 | Win | 100 | 7 h 12 m | Show | |
U Conn Huskies. Game 674. 5:45 PM PST/8:45 PM EST. I know this is a ton of points, my friends. But you just can't dismiss what the Huskies have done again this season. Getting to the Big Dance and then plowing down all comers like Connecticut did a season to go to become National Champions is a remarkable feat. But to get back to the Final Four the following year is so tough, with so much pressure. I have to tell you I feel this team is destined to win back-to-back titles. I know the Alabama Crimson Tide a good team. However, let's face it, when they take to the road they leave a little bit of luster. Granted, Alabama's offense tops college basketball, averaging over 90.8 points per game. But going up against one of the most frustrating, and most ferocious defenses like that of the Huskies, which allows a mere, 64.0 points per game on 39.8% shooting from the floor, is going to be fatal to this team. Understand Connecticut are also monsters at both ends of the court on the boards and will take away a lot of second chance opportunities for Alabama, while creating opportunities for themselves offensively. I know this is a lot of points. But this is one of the best college basketball teams we've seen come around in a long time. They will dominate this game from start to finish. Lay the points. Take the Huskies. Thank you. |
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04-06-24 | Mariners v. Brewers -114 | 5-3 | Loss | -114 | 6 h 35 m | Show | |
Milwaukee Brewers. Home Run play. Game 978. 4:10 PM PST/7:10 PM EST. A season ago, the Milwaukee Brewers finished atop the NL Central at 92-70, possessing one of the best overall records in baseball, and certainly one of the best home records as well. The Brewers are currently 5-1, and playing some very good baseball at both sides of the field. They are a top-10 offense in several major categories, while they're pitching staff owns a Team ERA of just 3.50. Oh, by the way, they also have the fewest errors committed in baseball right now. The team is playing some solid ball. They play a Seattle Mariners opponent they have had their way with, taking four consecutive meetings, which does include Game 1 of this series yesterday. Speaking of the Mariners, they're struggling a bit. Put a pin in that. Today’s starting pictures are Bryce Miller and DL Hall. The Milwaukee left-hander certainly looked sharper in his only appearance this season than did the Seattle right-hander in his earlier outing. With the way the M’s offense…or I should say, lack of offense is looking (in the bottom in the league in every major category), I just don't see Seattle contending underscore board with Milwaukee. Take the Brewers. Thank you. |
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04-06-24 | Panthers v. Bruins -104 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 3 h 33 m | Show | |
Boston Bruins. Best Bet. Game 34. 12:35 PM PST/3:35 PM EST. With just a handful of games left in the regular season, the Boston Bruins are perched atop the Atlantic Division with 105 points. As a matter fact, they are second overall in the Eastern Conference just behind the New York Rangers (108 points). They have taken three consecutive meetings over the Florida Panthers, all played this season. Speaking of the Panthers, they are struggling right now for the first time this season, going just 3-6-0-1 their last 10 games. The line is way too short here. So, let's make the oddsmakers pay. Take the Bruins. Thank you. |
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04-05-24 | Blue Jays v. Yankees -143 | 3-0 | Loss | -143 | 3 h 54 m | Show | |
New York Yankees. Grand Slam. Game 912. 10:05 AM PST/1:05 PM EST. The New York Yankees have started this regular season off with a bang. They currently possess the best overall record in the American League, at 6-1. This is their first contest played at home in the Bronx at Yankee Stadium. They face the visiting Toronto Blue Jays which sit tied for last place in the division, at 3-4. New York has had their way with Toronto taking six of the last 10 meetings in this division rivalry. I believe the visitors are in way over their head here today. In five of their seven contests this season, their offense (or I should say, lack of offense) accounted for two runs or less. That's not going to go over very well when you're facing the explosive bats of the Bronx Bombers. A season ago when New York underachieved, one thing that was successful for the team was their pitching. Currently, the staff ranks fifth in the league with a team ERA of 2.53. Today's starters are Yusei Kikuchi and Marcus Stroman. The Yankees right-hander is 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA thus far on the campaign. He's making his second career appearance against the Blue Jays. For Toronto, their left-hander is 0-1 with a 6.23 in 2024. In 12 career appearances against New York, he is 4-3 with a 3.57 ERA. The Blue Jays bats are very erratic and taking it on the road to the Bronx will prove to be fatal for this team. Take the Yankees. Thank you. |
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03-31-24 | Tennessee v. Purdue -3.5 | Top | 66-72 | Win | 100 | 26 h 46 m | Show |
Purdue Boilermakers. BIG DANCE GOY. Game 656. 11:20 AM PST/2;20 PM EST. Both Tennessee and Purdue deserve to be here. However, make no mistake of it, the Volunteers are not in the same class as the Boilermakers. Purdue enters this matchup knowing that they took down Tennessee in a late-November matchup, at home 71-67. Since November, the Boilermakers have improved significantly. Don't get me wrong, the Volunteers are a damn good team. But when you have arguably the best college basketball player in the country as you're starting center, it's certainly going to give you a very large advantage. Zach Edey is one of the best college basketball players I have ever seen. He's an absolute monster. Forget about stopping him. Even if you tried to slow him down, the rest of the starters for Purdue are some of the most unselfish players in the country. On any given day any one of them can step up and take a game on his shoulders. Tennessee is accustomed to playing opponents that can score as much as them. Purdue can do just that my friends. And to make matters worse, they have a very good defense, are second in the nation in shooting from downtown, and on both ends of the court, possess a top-10 rebounding core. This game will get out of hand. Take the Boilermakers. Thank you. |
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03-30-24 | Clemson +3.5 v. Alabama | 82-89 | Loss | -108 | 8 h 1 m | Show | |
Clemson Tigers. OM play. Game 653. 5:45 PM PST/8:45 PM EST. In all sincerity, I think this line should be closer to a pick ‘em. However, the whole world would then bet Alabama because as we know the general public loves to bet those favorites. Clemson enters this match up running red-hot, winning and covering three in a row over the lights of New Mexico, Baylor, and Arizona. If there was going to be a letdown for this team, it would have come after the first or even the second Tourney game. But this team has their foot on the gas and they're playing excellent basketball right now. Granted, Alabama has won and covered their last three as well. But in all honesty, College of Charleston and Grand Canyon are not in the same class as Clemson. When they did step up and play a formidable opponent in North Carolina in their last outing, they were lucky to get away with a two-point win. Please understand that these two teams played earlier this season back at the end of November in Alabama, when Clemson prevailed, 85-77. Please understand that this team is an excellent team, the Tigers are. In their first matchup back a few months ago, they really outhustled Alabama. They shot better from the floor, better from downtown, and owned the boards. I don't see why this game isn't going to come out the same way. I look for a very competitive matchup here tonight. Take the Tigers. Thank you. |
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03-30-24 | Illinois v. Connecticut -8.5 | 52-77 | Win | 100 | 5 h 25 m | Show | |
Connecticut. Game 652. 3:05 PM PST/6:05 PM EST. With all respect to the Illinois Fighting Illini, I really think there are in over their heads here in this matchup. They are a very good team, don't get me wrong. I mean they are riding a seven-game straight up win streak, in which they covered six of those seven outings. But facing the likes of Morehead State, Duquesne, and Iowa State, are a big difference than facing an opponent like Connecticut. The Huskies are a monster team. They are 34-3 overall this season. Now I know that this game is being played in Boston, Massachusetts. However, this is going to be a very friendly, predominantly Huskies crowd there. I know it's not a true home game…of course it isn't. But this team is going to look in the stands and see a lot of their jerseys in the crowd and get a lot of support there. This is like a home game for this team, trust me when I tell you, my friends. And we all know they were 16-0 at home this season. I just don't see Illinois contending with Connecticut and they are very pesky defense. The Huskies rank 13th in the nation in points allowed, yielding a mere 64.0 points per game. They also yield just 39.8% shooting from the field. And to make things even tougher on their opponent tonight, they rank second in college basketball on the defensive boards. I just think they are a team that is on a mission to show everyone they can and will repeat as the National Champion. Take Connecticut. Thank you. |
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03-30-24 | Celtics -6 v. Pelicans | 104-92 | Win | 100 | 3 h 23 m | Show | |
Boston Celtics. Slam Dunk Play. Game 525. 2:10 PM PST/510 PM EST. The Celtics own the best record in all of pro basketball, at 57-16. However, this team enters this matchup, off back-to-back losses for only the third time during this regular season. That is why I'm compelled to side with the Celtics here. I look for them to bounce back strongly against a team that they've had their way with. They have taken five in a row straight up and seven of the last 10 in this rival. They have also been money in this rivalry covering seven of those 10 as well. Meanwhile the Pelicans are playing “hit or miss” basketball right now. It's hard to believe they have a better away record than they do a home record. That's right, they are just 21-14 at the Smoothie King Center, as opposed to 24-14 as a visitor this season. I just don't think the Celtics are going to allow themselves to fall into a little bit of a funk and drop another game so close to the regular season ending. Trust me when I tell you they want to coast into the last of the regular season games and go into the playoffs with momentum. Take Boston. Thank you. |
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03-30-24 | Guardians -122 v. A's | 12-3 | Win | 100 | 3 h 46 m | Show | |
Cleveland Guardians. Home Run Play. Game 919. 1:05 PM PST/4:05 PM EST. Well history seems to be repeating itself once again. The Oakland A's look to be in for another very long and unsuccessful season. They kicked off the campaign losing both Games 1 and 2 of this series with the Cleveland Guardians. As a matter fact, the Guardians have dominated the A's, taking six in a row and eight of the last nine matchups. Cleveland is a good team that plays in a very tough division. On the other hand, the A’s are absolutely horrible. Let's go to starting pitching as Tanner Bibbee and JP Sears are scheduled here. The Cleveland right-hander was a much stronger starter a season ago than the Oakland left-hander. Plus, I really don't see Oakland's bats coming alive here. No matter how bad their pitching is, it just seems like they're hitting could never compensate for it. Take Cleveland. Thank you. |
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03-30-24 | Golden Knights -115 v. Wild | Top | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 2 h 46 m | Show |
Vegas Golden Knights. Best Bet. Game 5. 12:35 PM PST/3:35 PM EST. The Defending Stanley Cup Champions don’t quite seem to be the same team that they were a season ago. As a resident of Las Vegas for 35 years, I can tell you I know this team very, very well. They have turned things around a little bit of late, getting a little bit hotter, winning four of their last five, which does include two of three on the road. They have had their way against Minnesota, taking six of the last eight meetings. This is a very smart, well-disciplined, well-coached team and they know what it means to go into the month of April winning. Take the Golden Knights. Thank you. |
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03-28-24 | Alabama v. North Carolina -4.5 | Top | 89-87 | Loss | -110 | 25 h 11 m | Show |
North Carolina Tar Heels. SWEET 16 GAME OF THE YEAR. Game 636. 6:40 PM PST/9:40 PM EST. Whether you are a novice or an expert in college basketball, you are familiar with the history of the Tar Heels. North Carolina is one of the most successful teams in the history of college basketball. Hubert Davis is the head coach of UNC. In his three seasons at the helm, it's been a hell of a ride. Going back even further, his career has been very impressive. He went to North Carolina, winning a national championship, and even averaging over 21.4 points per game in his senior season. He was a first-round draft pick to the New York Knicks, played on six teams in the NBA. He became an assistant coach of the Tar Heels back in 2012, and a few years ago named the head coach. In his first season at the helm, Davis team reached the National Championship game. Oddly enough last season, the team missed the Tournament altogether. Now this season, they come in as a number one seed in the West Region. I believe it was last year's absence that really lit a fire under this team and motivated them to win. They know they cannot take their opponent here lightly. Alabama is a heck of a team. They finished fifth in the SEC, and own an overall record of 23-11. They are a very good team. But I think we could all agree that when they travel away from the confines of their own home court, they lose a little bit of luster. They are just 5-5 away from home straight up this season. And just 4-4 SU on neutral sites. While, their offense is explosive, their defense is getting shredded for over 80.4 points per game. They're playing against a team which is as complete and well-balanced as any team in the country. The Tar Heels possess height, muscle, speed, strength, depth, and intelligence. Take North Carolina. Thank you. |
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03-28-24 | Cubs v. Rangers -114 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 8 h 41 m | Show | |
Texas Rangers. Opening Day Winner. Game 930. 4:35 PM PST/7:35 PM EST. We all know how difficult it is to repeat in any major sport. Particularly in the MLB. Well today, the Texas Rangers will take their first step on defending their World Series Title. This is a team with a target on its back, for sure. If you recall, a season ago, they went 90-72 and finished in second place in the American League West They then swept the Tampa Bay Rays and the Baltimore Orioles in the first two rounds of the playoffs before besting the Houston Astros in seven games during the American League Championship series. And of course, that was all before only needing five games to dispense of the Arizona Diamondbacks in the Fall Classic. The Rangers are a very good team. They are loaded at all key positions and have a solid pitching staff as well. Speaking of pitching, today's scheduled starter is Nathan Eovaldi. The right-hander is looking to pick up where he left off in 2023. I mean he went 12-5 with a 3.65 ERA in 25 starts during the regular season. Then in the postseason, he took it up a notch and was a perfect, 5-0 with a 2.95 ERA in six outings. Granted, his lifetime record against the Chicago Cubs is less than stellar at 0-2, but his 3.72 ERA in three career meetings with the team still very much impresses me. Let's face it, they face a Cubs team that is very “Jekyll and Hyde” and has to contend in a very competitive division themselves. Last season, the Cubs finished 83-79 and in second place in the NL Central. I think this is a good team. But I do not think this is a great team. Plus, you have to remember that when they take to the road things usually go from bad to worse for them. Just look at last season: 45-36 at home, 38-43 on the road. They finished the regular season on a 1-5 run all away from home. This team has a lot of problems when they travel. And going up against last year's defending World Series Champion is going to prove to be fatal for the Chicago Cubs team as well as their loyal fans. I just don't see them contending at the plate or on the mound with the Rangers. Take. Thank you. |