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03-04-22 | Penguins v. Hurricanes OVER 6 | Top | 2-3 | Loss | -117 | 6 h 51 m | Show |
NHL Situational Slaughter Friday 10* Top Play OVER 6 in Carolina Hurricanes vs Pittsburgh Penguins @ 7:05 ET - The fact both teams were in action last night means back-up goalies likely involved in tonight's game. No matter who is guarding the cage at either end I also like the fact that Carolina is off a shutout loss and will be fully ready to respond here. I also like the fact that Penguins off an upset win at Tampa Bay. That sets this one up well for a quickly early explosion in the offensive zone from the Hurricanes as well as a solid response from a Pittsburgh club that has plenty of firepower on offense. The Pens had that on full display last night against the Lightning and the won't go down without a fight here against the Canes. As a result, we should see plenty of goals in this one. 10* OVER 6 in Carolina |
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03-04-22 | Ball State v. Western Michigan +3.5 | Top | 64-63 | Win | 100 | 7 h 50 m | Show |
CBB MAC Game of the Year Friday 10* Top Play Western Michigan Broncos +3.5 vs Ball State Cardinals @ 6 ET - Love this spot for the Broncos. Western Michigan has lost 3 straight games to the Cardinals but they enter this game on a bit of a roll. Indeed the Broncos have won B2B games outright as underdogs and have won 4 of last 6 games overall and are on a 7-1 ATS run. That said, and playing their home finale with triple revenge, Western Michigan is in a great spot for another upset win. Ball State is actually in a tough stretch that has seen them lose 6 of 9 since defeating the Broncos. Also, the Cardinals just got blasted by 19 points at home versus Akron and that is the same Zips team that Western Michigan beat once this season and only lost to by a single point in the other game. The point is that the Broncos are the hotter team right now, playing better, have triple revenge here, and are on their home floor. It all adds up to a great spot to back the host as an underdog in this one. 10* WESTERN MICHIGAN +3.5 |
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03-03-22 | Grizzlies -2.5 v. Celtics | Top | 107-120 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 59 m | Show |
NBA TNT Game of the Week Thursday 10* Top Play Memphis Grizzlies -2.5 @ Boston Celtics @ 7:40 ET - The Celtics Jaylen Brown is out for this game with a sprained ankle. The Grizzlies are currently riding a very special run from a very special player Ja Morant! Memphis has won 11 of 14 games and 6 of last 7 on the road. Boston is off a major comeback win versus the Hawks but will not be able to do the same against a streaking Grizzlies team playing with a ton of confidence right now. Before rallying from a double digit halftime deficit to defeat Atlanta, the Celtics were on a 1-3 ATS run. The road team pulls away as this one goes on as Morant and Company prove to be too much against a Celtics team that will really miss Brown in this game. 10* MEMPHIS -2.5 |
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03-03-22 | Senators v. Panthers OVER 6.5 | Top | 0-3 | Loss | -120 | 8 h 34 m | Show |
NHL Atlantic Division Total of the Year Thursday 10* Top Play OVER 6.5 in Florida Panthers vs Ottawa Senators @ 7:05 ET - The Panthers have lost 3 straight games and will want to inflict a beating upon the Senators in this one. However, Florida has had trouble stopping opponents and this scrappy Ottawa team will score some goals here. The result should be a game that flies over the total. The Panthers have allowed 5.3 goals per game last 3 games. Florida, however, is a team averaging scoring 4.6 goals per game last 24 games! 19 of those 24 games totaled 7 or more goals and fully expect this one will as well. The Sens have had recent games against quality teams like Tampa Bay, Minnesota, and St Louis all total 7 or more goals and now they face the highest scoring team in the league. Additionally, Ottawa's last 3 road games have seen them score an average of 3 goals per game and I am looking for at least a 5-3 final in this one as I expect the Panthers to "go off" in the offensive zone and be relentless here. This is even at the risk of the continued struggles they have had defending their own cage. 10* OVER 6.5 in Florida |
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03-03-22 | Cincinnati v. SMU OVER 140.5 | Top | 71-76 | Win | 100 | 8 h 8 m | Show |
CBB AAC Total of the Year Thursday 10* Top Play OVER 140.5 in SMU Mustangs vs Cincinnati Bearcats @ 7 ET - This is a chance for both teams to have huge breakout games offensively after each team was stifled in their most recent game because they faced league-leading Houston. Keep in mind, the Bearcats are still on a 6-3 run to the over which included a recent 5 game stretch in which they scored an average of 75.4 points per game. After a string of match-ups that were defensive-minded grinders this one will be a much more wide-open affair. SMU is a high-quality team hungry to bounce back after the disappointing result versus the Cougars. The Mustangs have scored an average of 78.8 points per game at home this season and they are favored by 7.5 here. That put this game at a 79 to 72 estimated final which totals 10 points above the current posted total on this game. I feel we have good value with both teams coming off games in which they were held to 61 or less points. 10* OVER 140.5 in SMU |
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03-02-22 | Knicks v. 76ers OVER 221.5 | Top | 108-123 | Win | 100 | 11 h 6 m | Show |
NBA ESPN Smash Pass Wednesday 10* Top Play OVER 221.5 in Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks @ 7:30 ET - The 76ers have been piling up points since James Harden hit the floor with Joel Embiid and now it will be his debut in front of the home fans for the first time. It will be a raucous atmosphere and I am expecting a fast-paced contest with a ton of scoring in this rematch with the Knicks after these teams met in New York Sunday. The over is on a 10-3 run in Knicks games. The over is on a 4-0 run in 76ers games. More of the same here. 10* OVER 221.5 in Philadelphia |
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03-02-22 | Sabres v. Maple Leafs OVER 6.5 | Top | 5-1 | Loss | -106 | 9 h 41 m | Show |
NHL Situational Slaughter Wednesday 10* Top Play OVER 6.5 in Toronto Maple Leafs vs Buffalo Sabres @ 7:35 ET - The Sabres have lost 6 of last 7 road games and allowed an average of 4.7 goals per game in these 7 as travelers. Buffalo has averaged 3 goals per game last 9 games and scored 4 in a home loss to Toronto earlier this season. Based on the big line here, Maple Leafs expected to win this game by a 2-goal margin. Don't be surprised if we see a 5-3 type game here. Buffalo has been scoring well enough to do some damage here but they will not be able to stop the Maple Leafs here. 16 of last 21 Toronto games have totaled at least 7 goals. Going back even further, 22 of last 30 Maple Leafs games have totaled 7 or more goals. With this total at a 6.5 we definitely have solid line value to work with here. 10* OVER 6.5 in Toronto |
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03-02-22 | Fordham v. Massachusetts OVER 141.5 | Top | 73-81 | Win | 100 | 9 h 30 m | Show |
CBB A-10 Total of the Month Wednesday 10* Top Play OVER 141.5 in Massachusetts Minutemen vs Fordham Rams @ 7 ET - This match-up flew over the total Sunday even though Darius Quisenberry, star guard for Fordham, returned to action with a surprisingly poor shooting performance. Look for him to be much stronger in his second game back. Quisenberry is the leading scorer for the Rams but he scored just 8 points in Sunday's win and the rest of the team piled up 77 on UMass. Now this is the home finale for UMass and I love the fact they scored 73 points in Sunday's loss even though they shot a putrid 6 of 29 from three point land. The Minutemen will be much better on their home floor this evening but again will struggle to stop a Rams team rejuvenated by the return of Quisenberry. Look for good pace to this contest just like we saw in Sunday's game. 10* OVER 141.5 in Massachusetts |
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03-01-22 | Wisc-Milwaukee v. Illinois-Chicago -2.5 | Top | 69-80 | Win | 100 | 9 h 8 m | Show |
CBB Tourney Topper Tuesday 10* Top Play Illinois-Chicago Flames -2.5 @ Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers @ 8 ET - We are getting line value here because this game is at UW-Milw even though UIC had the better record in the Horizon League regular season. So the higher-rated Flames are being hosted by the Panthers and the result is a much lower line on the much better team in my opinion. Coming into this season big things were expected from the Panthers because of Bradley, Jr (considered an NBA prospect) and Vin Baker (Boston College transfer who had to sit out last season.). However, Bradley ended up injury prone and has been shut down for the season and Bradley just not materialize into the big contributor he was expected to be. Conversely, the Flames hopes were riding on a number of transfers and those hopes did materialize for them. Of course I am not saying UIC is a great team but they have exceeded expectations and are certainly a better team that the Panthers. Already 2-0 against them this season and UIC had big turnover edges in the match-ups this season plus a big rebounding edge in the 2nd meeting and overall had 28 more field goal attempts combined in the two games. Couple all that with only having to lay a small number here and you have solid value in my opinion. Look for Flames to advance to 2nd round of Horizon League tourney in convincing fashion. 10* ILLINOIS-CHICAGO -2.5 |
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03-01-22 | Devils v. Blue Jackets OVER 6.5 | Top | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 8 h 33 m | Show |
NHL Situational Slaughter Monday 10* Top Play OVER 6.5 in Columbus Blue Jackets vs New Jersey Devils @ 7:05 ET - New Jersey is in the 2nd game of a B2B and is off a 7-2 win over the Canucks yesterday. Because this is a back to back, the Devils are likely turning to Jon Gillies for this one. Not only are his numbers rough this season but he has particularly struggled in his last 4 appearances with no less than 19 goals allowed! More of the same expected here and look for another wild one with the Devils in this one. New Jersey has seen 8 of last 10 games total 7 or more goals. Those 10 games have averaged nearly 9 goals per game so expecting this one to get to at least 7 is really not expecting too much. Love the value here. The Blue Jackets are off a 3-2 loss to Pittsburgh and this followed a 4-0 shutout at Carolina. Prior to these two losses though, Columbus was 9-2 last 11 games and 10 of those games totaled at least 7 goals. The Blue Jackets will get back on track on home ice here and score a pile of goals but the Devils high-scoring ways continues as well in a back and forth game that should fly over the total. 10* OVER 6.5 in Columbus |
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03-01-22 | Leicester v. Burnley OVER 2.5 | Top | 2-0 | Loss | -100 | 6 h 54 m | Show |
EPL Daytime Dominator Tuesday 10* Top Play OVER 2.5 +100 in Burnley vs Leicester @ 2:45 ET - This total opened up with the over in the -130 range on the price and now the over is available at even money. I like the added value here. I understand market perception here but I do no agree with it. The markets are putting too much emphasis on the fact Burnley's home matches average about 2 goals each while not emphasizing enough the fact that Leicester's road matches average about 4 goals each! Overall, Leicester's last 4 matches across all competitions have each totaled 3 or more goals and these matches actually averaged 4 goals apiece. Burnley has scored 1.7 goals in last 3 matches and they'll have to score well here to defeat Leicester. That said, I am looking for at least a 2-1 final in this one. 10* OVER 2.5 +100 in Burnley |
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02-28-22 | Canucks v. Devils OVER 6.5 | Top | 2-7 | Win | 105 | 8 h 14 m | Show |
NHL Situational Slaughter Monday 10* Top Play OVER 6.5 +105 in New Jersey Devils vs Vancouver Canucks @ 7:35 ET - There is still some over 6 available at the time of this write-up but it has a big -130 price on it and I would rather grab the +105 with the over 6.5 in this one. Vancouver is in the 2nd game of a B2B and is off a 5-2 win over the Rangers yesterday. The surging Canucks have won 3 straight and 6 of 8 games and scored an average of 5 goals in the 6 victories. But, because this is a back to back, Vancouver is likely turning to little used Jaroslav Halak for this one. Not only will he be rusty but he has struggled in his last two appearances. More of the same expected here but look for a wild one with the Devils in this one. New Jersey has seen 7 of last 9 games total 7 or more goals. Those 9 games have averaged nearly 9 goals per game so expecting this one to get to at least 7 is really not expecting too much. Love the value here. 10* OVER 6.5 +105 in New Jersey |
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02-27-22 | Mavs +4 v. Warriors | Top | 107-101 | Win | 100 | 9 h 0 m | Show |
NBA ESPN Smash Pass Sunday 10* Top Play Dallas Mavericks +4 @ Golden State Warriors @ 7:30 ET - The Mavericks are off a loss by 5 points at Utah in a game in which the Mavericks had 14 more field goal attempts! Yes, it was a bit of a phony final as the Jazz shot 54% from the field. Now the Mavs are only getting about 4 points against Warriors team that is 26-6 at home while Dallas is only about a .500 team on the road. If you look up the definition of "trap line" in a bettors dictionary they could use this game as an example. Looks so easy to lay a short number with the Warriors on their home floor, especially off a huge win. However, that big win came against a very short-handed Blazers team and note Golden State had lost 4 of 5 heading into that game. Dallas is a fantastic 6-1 the last 7 times they were off a loss. Also, the Mavs lone loss in those 7 games came in OT. The Mavericks have shown a propensity for responding off losses and I expect that to continue here. Adding fuel to the fire for Dallas here is the fact that Golden State destroyed the Mavericks by 38 points last month. Payback time is here and now. 10* DALLAS +4 |
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02-27-22 | Penguins v. Blue Jackets OVER 6.5 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 50 m | Show |
NHL Situational Slaughter Sunday 10* Top Play OVER 6.5 in Pittsburgh Penguins vs Columbus Blue Jackets @ 6:05 ET - Blue Jackets off a shutout loss Friday and Penguins off a shutout win Saturday. That makes this an excellent situational play on the over. Columbus had seen 10 of last 11 games total 7 or more goals before the 4-0 loss at Carolina. Pittsburgh is off a 1-0 win over the Rangers yesterday and 9 of Penguins last 12 home games had totaled 7 or more goal before that surprising result. Since Jarry was in goal for the Pens yesterday that means DeSmith the likely starter tonight and Penguins have given up 12 goals in his last 3 home starts. More of the same here. 10* OVER 6.5 in Pittsburgh |
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02-27-22 | St. John's -125 v. DePaul | Top | 94-99 | Loss | -125 | 9 h 9 m | Show |
CBB Money Line Mauling Sunday 10* Top Play St John's Red Storm Money Line -115 @ DePaul Blue Demons @ 5 ET - I like grabbing Red Storm off a home loss here. St John's is on a 4-0 ATS run when off a home loss. The Red Storm are on a 4-1 SU run in road games and have covered 5 in a row away from home. The Blue Demons are a respectable team but they are still just 4-13 SU in Big East games this season. DePaul is off a win at Georgetown but this was on the heels of a 2-8 SU stretch and one of those two wins was also against those same Hoyas. Keep in mind Georgetown is on a 17-game losing streak. So, when facing teams other than the Hoyas, the Blue Demons are on a 1-8 SU run and just 2-13 SU against Big East teams not named Georgetown. This line is in the -1.5 range but I feel we get even more value here by playing the money line which is in the -115 to -125 range. Look for the Red Storm to continue their strong road play here. 10* ST JOHN'S -115 |
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02-27-22 | Jets -1.5 v. Coyotes | Top | 5-3 | Win | 135 | 6 h 23 m | Show |
NHL Puck Line Punisher Sunday 9* Top Play Winnipeg Jets -1.5 +135 @ Arizona Coyotes @ 4:05 ET - Great set up here as Jets are on a losing streak but have faced a tough stretch of opposition and now finally get a chance to bounce back against one of the weakest teams in the league. The set up is strengthened here because the Coyotes off a rare win and that was a big one too as it was a victory over Vegas Friday. Note that Arizona has lost 11 of 13 times this season when off a win. Also, most recent loss was a 1-goal loss but 10 of 13 defeats prior to that one had been by 2+ goals. 15 of Winnipeg's last 17 wins have been by 2+ goals. Look for this to be another big win for the Jets by a comfortable margin on the road. 9* WINNIPEG -1.5 +135 |
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02-27-22 | Oilers v. Hurricanes OVER 6.5 | Top | 1-2 | Loss | -110 | 4 h 46 m | Show |
Earliest Cash NHL Sunday 9* Top Play OVER 6.5 in Carolina Hurricanes vs Edmonton Oilers @ 1:05 ET - The Hurricanes off a 4-0 shutout win as the Blue Jackets seemingly did not show up for that game. Prior to that, Carolina had allowed at least 3 goals in 5 straight and 7 of last 8. That said, facing an Oilers team off a 4-3 win at Florida last night, you can expect plenty of goals in this one Sunday. Edmonton has scored an average of 4.3 goals per game last 6 games but also allowed 3.7 goals per game during this stretch. The Canes so dangerous in the offensive zone so look for this one to turn into a wild back and forth non-conference barn-burner. 9* OVER 6.5 in Carolina |
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02-27-22 | Wolverhampton Wanderers v. West Ham United OVER 2.5 | Top | 0-1 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 59 m | Show |
EPL Total of the Month Sunday 10* Top Play OVER 2.5 +130 in West Ham United vs Wolverhampton @ 9 AM ET - I fully understand the low total here as it is available as low as 2 goals -140 on the over in some spots but I am taking the over 2.5 for the solid plus money which is currently in the +130 range. I say I understand the low total because Wolverhampton known for low-scoring matches overall this season. But when you dive in here you can see why the situation is screaming for a little more offensive attack in this one. Wolverhampton is off a 2-1 loss to Arsenal in which they led 1-0 most of the match and then allowed two late goals in the loss in a match in which they were completely dominated because they tried to sit on the 1-0 lead. Wolverhampton must be more aggressive throughout in this match and keep in mind they did score 2 goals in each of their two matches preceding that 2-1 loss. West Ham also desperate for getting the full 3 points in the table in this one and I see them being aggressive after having to settle for B2B draws in their last two matches. West Ham has a shot at a top four position in the table but they must start getting victories to achieve that goal. That said, a little more attacking likely from both clubs here and, keep in, the visitors have scored 5 goals last 3 matches and the hosts have scored 6 goals their last 4 matches across all competitions. Given the situation we should get to at least 3 goals here in a highly spirited match. 10* OVER 2.5 goals +130 in West Ham United |
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02-26-22 | Raptors v. Hawks OVER 224 | Top | 100-127 | Win | 100 | 9 h 32 m | Show |
NBA Total of the Month Saturday 10* OVER 224 in Atlanta Hawks vs Toronto Raptors @ 7:40 ET - The Raptors in 2nd game of a back to back and scored only 93 points at Charlotte last night. Toronto is on a 3-0 run to the over when playing 2nd game of back to back this month. The Hawks are off a low-scoring loss at Chicago Thursday and should bounce back big here. The over is on a 4-0 run in Atlanta's last 4 home games. All 4 of those Hawks total at least 239 points and the average points scored was 245. In other words, we have excellent line value with this total posted in the mid-220s. Yes the Raptors have not scored well of late but Hawks will force an up-tempo game here and Toronto did score 125 when these teams met 3 weeks ago. More of the same expected here and we take advantage of the extra line value here with both teams coming off low-scoring losses heading into this one. 10* OVER 224 in Atlanta |
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02-26-22 | Lightning v. Predators +160 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 29 m | Show |
NHL TNT Annihilation Saturday 10* Top Play Nashville Predators Money Line +160 vs Tampa Bay Lightning @ 7:30 ET - Last season, with the divisions reconfigured due to the pandemic impacting scheduling and cross-border travel, these teams ended up in the same division. The Lightning dominated the Predators on their way to a 2nd consecutive Stanley Cup title. That said, this game means an awful lot to Nashville. It is an outdoor game in their home city and a chance to get some revenge against a Tampa Bay team that held the upper hand in their season series last season. I know this game still means something to the Bolts of course and they are excited about playing outdoors. However, I still feel this one means a helluva lot more to a hungry Predators team and and this Nashville team has gotten back on track with back to back wins after a rare tough recent patch. Look for the Preds to carry momentum right into this game. Adding to the value is the fact the price has constantly risen on TB leading into this one and I feel we have phenomenal line avlue with the home dog here as a result. 10* NASHVILLE +160 |
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02-26-22 | Georgia Tech v. Notre Dame OVER 137.5 | Top | 56-90 | Win | 100 | 6 h 30 m | Show |
CBB Total of the Month Saturday 10* Top Play OVER 137.5 in Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets @ 5 ET - The over is 4-0 in last 4 meetings between these teams. Notre Dame enters this game on a 4-0 run to the over. Look for a free-flowing game here as one of the best teams in the ACC takes on one of the worst. The Yellow Jackets susceptible to allowing a ton of points in this one but look for them to score well as Notre Dame has no reason to be overly intense on defense here. By the way, the Irish have scored an average of 79 points last 4 games and that does not include OT points. At the same time, the Fighting Irish have allowed 78 points last 3 games and again this is not including overtime points. Notre Dame has won 16 of 19 games and can roll to another easy win here and I expect a good pace as neither team has anything to lose really. Georgia Tech is muddling near the bottom of the ACC and the Fighting Irish don't need to play lockdown D here to roll to a comfortable win. The hosts are a double digit favorite for a reason. Given all of the above stats and the situation an 80-70 final sounds about right in this one and that puts it well above the posted total. 10* OVER 137.5 in Notre Dame |
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02-26-22 | Rangers v. Penguins OVER 5.5 | Top | 0-1 | Loss | -119 | 6 h 27 m | Show |
NHL National TV Rout Saturday 9* Top Play OVER 5.5 in Pittsburgh Penguins vs New York Rangers @ 3:05 ET - First off, I know the Rangers have been getting strong goaltending. However, it is not going to be easy to stifle a Penguins team with plenty of offensive firepower and on their home ice for this game. Pittsburgh has scored an average of 4.5 goals last 4 games versus Rangers. However, this Pens team currently struggling and allowing too many goals. Pittsburgh has allowed 4.5 goals per game last 4 games. This total opened up at a 6 and I expected a drop to 5.5 which has happened and now I am all in on the value with this one! 10* OVER 5.5 in Pittsburgh |
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02-26-22 | Capitals v. Flyers +165 | Top | 1-2 | Win | 165 | 5 h 34 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Cash Saturday 9* Top Play Philadelphia Flyers Money Line +165 vs Washington Capitals @ 12:35 ET - Flyers seek revenge for a 5-3 loss a week ago in which they actually led 3-2 late in the third period! Carter Hart expected back in goal for this one and Philadelphia is getting healthier with the return of guys like Joel Farabee and Derek Brassard expected for this one. This is simply too much value to be given a home dog that is desperate for a win and has been playing better of late than what their record shows. The tide is starting to turn and they are getting healthier and I don't see Philly being denied here. 9* PHILADELPHIA +165 |
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02-26-22 | Manchester City v. Everton OVER 3 | Top | 1-0 | Loss | -119 | 5 h 11 m | Show |
EPL Daytime Dominator Saturday 10* Top Play OVER 3 in Everton vs Manchester City @ 12:30 ET - This is a fantastic situation in terms of expecting to see a relentless attack from both sides. Everton is on their home pitch for this one and ready to respond off a very disappointing 2-0 loss at Southampton in which they generated no shots on goal. This followed 3 straight Everton matches that all totaled 3 or more goals and in which they themselves scored an average of 2.7 goals per match. Manchester City is clinging to the top spot in the table but desperate for a huge effort here as they lost 3-2 to Tottenham last week. That means City is going to be relentless here no matter the score as they want to leave no doubt in getting the full 3 points in the table. Manchester City has scored an average of 3.4 goals in last 5 matches across all competitions and I am expecting at least a 3-1 final here. I say that because I do expect Everton to find the back of the net at least once as they are averaging 1.6 goals on their home pitch this season. I like the fact this total is available at 3 goals in many spots as of early morning Saturday. 10* OVER 3 in Everton |
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02-25-22 | Devils v. Blackhawks OVER 6 | Top | 5-8 | Win | 100 | 8 h 2 m | Show |
NHL Network Rout Friday 10* Top Play OVER 6 in Chicago Blackhawks vs New Jersey Devils @ 8:35 ET - The Devils are off a huge 6-1 win at Pittsburgh last night but the B2B means it is likely a struggling Gillies back between the pipes tonight and I expect goals aplenty here as the Blackhawks are likely to go with Lankinen rather than Fleury tonight between the pipes. Regardless of who is guarding the cage for either team tonight, some key facts point to a high-scoring affair here. New Jersey's last 8 games have featured 7 totaling 6 or more and 6 totaling 7 or more goals. The average total goals scored in those 8 games is 8 goals! As for Chicago, their goal-scoring has been spotty at times for sure but I am expecting the Devils to have a bit of a defensive letdown here after the huge upset win over the division rival Penguins last night! So the Blackhawks should score very well here on home ice but, at the other end of the ice, they have allowed 4 goals per game last 10 games. Look for a wild one here. 10* OVER 6 in Chicago |
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02-25-22 | Blue Jackets v. Hurricanes OVER 6.5 | Top | 0-4 | Loss | -120 | 7 h 49 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Dominator Friday 9* Top Play OVER 6.5 in Carolina Hurricanes vs Columbus Blue Jackets @ 7:05 ET - The Blue Jackets off huge 6-3 win at Florida last night. Columbus games have now totaled 7 or more goals in 10 of last 11 games. The Jackets, especially considering they are in 2nd game of a back to back are not going to be able to stop Carolina here. The Hurricanes are one of the top teams in the league and scoring an average of 4 goals per game during 3-game winning streak but also have allowed at least 3 goals in 5 straight games. Look for a 5-3 Canes win here but even if it ends up 4-3 or 5-2 we get the win with this play also. All signs point to plenty of goals here as Columbus is playing with a lot of confidence right now and the Hurricanes will not be stopped. 9* OVER 6.5 in Carolina |
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02-25-22 | Akron +8 v. Ohio | Top | 91-83 | Win | 100 | 8 h 26 m | Show |
CBB Earliest Cash Friday 10* Top Play Akron Zips +8 @ Ohio University Bobcats @ 6 ET - The Zips Bryan Trimble Jr was recently placed on a leave of absence. Akron had just wrapped up a 3-game losing streak - all losses by 4 or less points - and the Zips have responded with back to back wins by an average margin of 16.5 points per victory. Granted, the wins were against weaker teams in the MAC but the point is that this team has banded together and is better off without Trimble. Team chemistry is so important and these guys are really working hard now for each other and working well together and playing solid defense and crashing the boards. I don't see them getting blown out here at Ohio. Yes the Bobcats are a very strong team and they did win the first meeting by 6 points at Akron. However, Ohio shot 50% from the field in that game while the Zips had a rare 9 for 17 shooting performance from the free throw line in that one. All that and yet Akron sill lost by only 6 points. This Zips team is starting to jell at the right time and I look for them to be very tough on the Bobcats in this one and it goes down to the wire. 10* AKRON |
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02-25-22 | Norwich City v. Southampton OVER 2.5 | Top | 0-2 | Loss | -130 | 6 h 11 m | Show |
EPL Daytime Dominator Friday 10* Top Play OVER 2.5 goals in Southampton vs Norwich City @ 3 ET - Both clubs have been generating plenty of positive momentum of late and I look for that to translate to at least a 2-1 match here. Norwich has scored in 5 of last 6 across all competitions and the only time they did not find the back of the net was against league-leading Manchester City. In the other 5 matches, Norwich City averaged scoring 1.6 goals. As for Southampton, they have scored at least 1 goal in 11 straight matches across all competitions dating back to mid-December. Southampton has averaged scoring 2.1 goals per match during this stretch. Each of the last 3 meetings between these clubs in Premier League action have totaled at least 3 goals and I fully expect this one will as well. There is a lot of confidence for both clubs right now and that means a little extra attacking time for each in this one as well as they go strong in this fixture seeking the full 3 points in the table. I expect at least a 2-1 match as a final result here. 10* OVER 2.5 goals in Southampton |
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02-24-22 | Capitals v. Rangers OVER 5.5 | Top | 1-4 | Loss | -120 | 6 h 22 m | Show |
NHL ESPN Smash Pass Thursday 10* Top Play OVER 5.5 -120 in New York Rangers vs Washington Capitals @ 7:05 ET - Value here as total has dropped from a 6 to a 5.5 and I like the over in this spot. Capitals are expected to still be without Vitek Vanecek and he had been their top goalie. The good news for Washington is Nicklas Backstrom is probable for this game. So offensive firepower on hand but still concerns in goal. I know the Rangers have been getting good goaltending and have been involved in low-scoring games of late but I am expecting the powerful Caps to put a lot of pressure on them in the offensive zone. The issue for the Capitals will be struggling to stop the Rangers. Washington has allowed 3.3 goals per game last 7 games but has averaged scoring 4 goals per game last 8 games. That means we have excellent value with the over here. In particular, the Caps have been strong on the road and averaged 4.3 goals per game last 6 road games! 4 of last 6 road games for Washington have totaled 7 or more goals and we just need 6 to be a winner here. I like our chances of getting to that number! 10* OVER 5.5 in New York Rangers |
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02-24-22 | Maryland v. Indiana -6 | Top | 64-74 | Win | 100 | 7 h 51 m | Show |
CBB Contrarian Crusher Thursday 10* Top Play Indiana Hoosiers -6 vs Maryland Terrapins @ 7 ET - The Hoosiers have lost 5 straight games and are off a crazy OT loss at Ohio State where they failed to cover as underdog. That was a nice break (seems rare but always do admit it) for me as the Buckeyes -6.5 were my play there. Now I come back with a fired up Indiana team off that tough loss from earlier this week. The Hoosiers have faced 4 ranked teams during this 5-game losing streak. In other words, they have simply faced a murderers row of opponents and have paid for that. Now they get a chance against a lesser team plus they are at home. I like the fact that Maryland is on a 2-game winning streak but faced a Penn State team that is below .500 on the season and a Nebraska team that is the worst in the Big Ten. Also, Fatts Russell had huge games against both the Nittany Lions and Cornhuskers but the Hoosiers held him to a rough performance when they faced the Terrapins earlier this season. As Russell goes, so go the Terps and because of that key factor and the situational edges here I am fully expecting a home blowout here. 10* INDIANA |
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02-24-22 | Wolverhampton Wanderers v. Arsenal OVER 2.5 | Top | 1-2 | Win | 125 | 5 h 44 m | Show |
EPL Daytime Dominator Thursday 10* Top Play OVER 2.5 goals +125 in Arsenal vs Wolverhampton @ 2:45 ET - These clubs met two weeks ago and Wolverhampton did not score. This was despite finishing the game with an edge as Arsenal was down to 10 men from the 69' mark on. Wolverhampton is not stupid, what they did in the first match between these clubs did not work and they fell short 1-0 two weeks ago. Look for Wolverhampton to be more aggressive in the reverse fixture. Wolverhampton has 7 road victories this season and, though known as a defensive-minded club, they have scored better on the road compared to at home. Arsenal has scored better as a host than on the road and they are happy to be on their home pitch for this one as they have already won 8 matches here this season. That said you have a couple confident clubs squaring off here in a key battle for the full 3 points in the table. I don't see either team delivering a clean sheet nor do I see either club settling for a 1-1 draw. In other words this one gets to 2-1 at a minimum and I will grab the solid plus money on the over 2.5 for this one. Wolverhampton has scored at least 2 goals in 5 of last 7 fixtures across all competitions. Arsenal's last 10 matches within Premier League competitions have seen 7 of the fixtures total at least 3 goals. More of the same expected here. 10* OVER 2.5 goals +125 in Arsenal |
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02-23-22 | Sabres v. Canadiens OVER 6 | Top | 0-4 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 11 m | Show |
NHL Annihilation Wednesday 10* Top Play OVER 6 in Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres @ 7:35 ET - The Sabres have won all 3 meetings with the Canadiens this season and have scored an average of 4.7 goals per game. However, the Habs are playing better of late and I expect them to be ultra competitive on their home ice for this one. The result should be plenty of goals because Buffalo enters this game on a run in which 6 of their last 7 games have totaled 7 or more goals. Those 6 games have averaged 8 goals per game! As for Montreal, they have been won 3 straight games and are off a 5-2 win versus Toronto. The Canadiens enter this game on a run in which 11 of their last 15 games have totaled 7 or more goals. The Habs have been better defensively of late and in goal but the Sabres continue to give them trouble here and the result will be a back and forth high-scoring game. Look for a barn-burner to continue the high-scoring trend involving both these teams. 10* OVER 6 in Montreal |
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02-23-22 | Xavier +2.5 v. Providence | Top | 92-99 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 38 m | Show |
CBB Big East Beast Wednesday 10* Top Play Xavier Musketeers +2.5 @ Providence Friars @ 7 ET - If you look up "trap line" in a "dictionary for bettors" and it gave you examples this one would be a perfect fit. The Friars are at home, they are a ranked team and they are hosting an unranked team they already beat on the road this season and have beaten 3 of last 4 times overall and also 6 of last 8 times when hosting. Consider all that and then consider the fact this line opened up at very nearly a pick'em even though the Musketeers come into this game having lost 4 of 5 games and Providence comes into this game winners of 9 of 10. This game has "trap" written all over it in my opinion and sure enough the betting markets are already falling for it! The line is up to a 2.5 and I would not be surprised if it climbs even higher. Either way though, I am pulling the trigger now early this morning and taking advantage of the added line value. This one all the way up to a 2.5 as of early morning Wednesday. Grab the points with the road dog but I am expecting an outright upset. 10* XAVIER +2.5 |
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02-23-22 | Crystal Palace v. Watford OVER 2.5 | Top | 4-1 | Win | 125 | 6 h 54 m | Show |
EPL Daytime Dominator Wednesday 10* Top Play OVER 2.5 +125 in Watford vs Crystal Palace @ 2:30 ET - I know each of these teams is known for struggling to score goals but Watford is off a key 1-0 win and could surprise here at home. Also, Crystal Palace does have a solid group of attackers that could give Watford's defense some trouble here. Additionally, you can't just look at the scoring here, what about the goals conceded this season. Watford has allowed an average of 2.3 goals per match at home! Crystal Palace has allowed 1.7 goals per match on the road this season. Of course simple math tells you that totals 4 goals and we need only 3 to be a winner here. I also like the money move here as the plus money keeps growing on the over side of this total of 2.5 goals. I'll grab the extra value being offered. 10* OVER 2.5 +125 in Watford |
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02-22-22 | Maple Leafs v. Blue Jackets OVER 6.5 | Top | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 7 h 22 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Cash Tuesday 9* Top Play OVER 6.5 -135 in Columbus Blue Jackets vs Toronto Maple Leafs @ 7:05 ET - Yes we have to lay a little extra juice to grab this over here but it is a fantastic situation. The Maple Leafs have so much firepower on offense but can not stop anyone of late as their goaltending has struggled and that was the case again in yesterday's loss at Montreal. Now the Maple Leafs are at Columbus and note that the Blue Jackets are heating up and scoring plenty of goals. The Jackets have won 7 of 9 games and 8 of their last 9 games have totaled 7 or more goals. As for the Leafs, 13 of their last 17 games have totaled 7 or more. Lay the juice to get the 6.5 here! 9* OVER 6.5 -135 in Columbus |
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02-22-22 | Wild v. Senators OVER 6 | Top | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 7 h 41 m | Show |
NHL Annihilation Tuesday 10* Top Play OVER 6 -115 in Ottawa Senators vs Minnesota Wild @ 7:05 ET - The Wild are scoring plenty of goals but continue to have some issues in goal. This is why Minnesota's last 4 games have all totaled 8 or more goals and have, in fact, averaged a ridiculous 9.5 goals per game. Minnesota is off a big win at Edmonton and has a tough match-up with Toronto on deck. That sets this up as a dangerous game for the Wild against an Ottawa team that could surprise them. I know the Senators have not been scoring a lot of goals but they are playing well overall and with confidence even though they have fallen just short on the scoreboard quite often. The key here is I do expect another close game but they'll have to score plenty to keep up. That was also the case when these teams met in Minneapolis earlier this season and the Wild prevailed in a 5-4 OT win. Look for another "wild" one involving the Wild in this one! 10* OVER 6 in Ottawa |
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02-22-22 | Yale -2.5 v. Dartmouth | Top | 66-61 | Win | 100 | 7 h 4 m | Show |
CBB Ivy League Game of the Year Tuesday 10* Top Play Yale Bulldogs -2.5 @ Dartmouth Big Green @ 6 ET - The Bulldogs laying a short number here on the road. I understand the low line as Dartmouth has the home court edge plus revenge factor in their favor here. However, the Big Green just 4-7 in conference games and has a poor overall record on the season. Yale, on the other hand, has a 9-2 record in Ivy League action plus a solid overall record on the season. What I especially like about this game is having the Bulldogs off a loss. Yale just lost to Princeton in what was a battle for first place. However, there will be no sulking and hanging of heads here for Yale. In fact, now it is more important than ever for the Bulldogs to win out and they have a pair of weaker foes on deck after this clash with Dartmouth. For an understanding of how much value we have here, note that Yale lost to Princeton by just 6 points plus had beaten them by 6 points earlier this season. Conversely, the Big Green lost at home to the Tigers by 4 and also got blasted at Princeton by 45 points. As noted above, the Bulldogs only have 2 conference losses this season. The other one was to Pennsylvania and the Quakers are another strong team that also beat Dartmouth by double digits. The points is that catching Yale off a loss is a great situation for laying a short price away from home as other results this season also show that the Bulldogs, comparatively with the Big Green, are the better team. 10* YALE -2.5 |
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02-21-22 | Indiana v. Ohio State -6.5 | Top | 69-80 | Win | 100 | 9 h 52 m | Show |
CBB Revenge Game of the Year Monday 10* Top Play Ohio State Buckeyes -6.5 vs Indiana Hoosiers @ 7 ET - The Buckeyes are off a loss Saturday versus Iowa. Also, Ohio State lost at Indiana by 16 points early last month. In other words, the set up here is perfect for a revenge win by a large margin. Adding to the value is the fact that the Buckeyes are a PERFECT 6-0 this SEASON when off a loss. When facing a Big Ten team and Ohio State is coming off a loss they have won all 4 games and by an average margin of 10 points! I am looking for a win here by a double digit margin as Indiana's slump continues. The Hoosiers have lost 4 straight both SU and ATS. Also, the home team is a perfect 4-0 SU and ATS in meetings between these teams. Going further back and looking at meetings in Columbus, the Buckeyes are a rock solid 13-6 both SU and ATS when hosting Indiana. Before their loss to Iowa Saturday, Ohio State was on a 6-1 ATS run. As for the Hoosiers, they are 2-6 ATS in road games this season. Look for these trends to continue here as the Buckeyes get big-time revenge payback. 10* OHIO STATE -6.5 |
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02-21-22 | Jets v. Flames OVER 6 | Top | 1-3 | Loss | -100 | 7 h 31 m | Show |
NHL Total of the Month Monday 10* Top Play OVER 6 in Calgary Flames vs Winnipeg Jets @ 4:05 ET - Calgary is on a 9-game winning streak and has won 11 of 12 after a 2-1 win versus Seattle Saturday. The fact that one was low-scoring has certainly been the exception rather than the norm for the red hot Flames of late. In their 11-1 run only 2 victories were of the low-scoring variety. In the other 9 wins Calgary has scored an average of 5.4 goals per game! Now they host a Jets team that has scored at least 4 goals in each of its last 3 games against the Flames. You can see why I am forecasting a high-scoring battle in this one! Winnipeg is off a 4-2 loss to Edmonton Saturday but this followed the Jets scoring an average of 4 goals per game over a 5-game stretch heading into that one against the Oilers. The Jets have allowed 13 goals last 4 games and that was even with Hellebuyck in goal for 3 of them. With Winnipeg having good recent history against the Flames they will build on that and score well here but I don't see the Jets being able to slow down this offensive juggernaut. 10* OVER 6 in Calgary |
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02-21-22 | Avalanche v. Bruins OVER 6 | Top | 1-5 | Push | 0 | 5 h 58 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Cash 9* Top Play OVER 6 in Boston Bruins vs Colorado Avalanche @ 1:05 ET - The Bruins have not been scoring well recently and are still without Brad Marchand. However, other than Marchand being out this team is basically healthy and they are capable of solid scoring against the Avalanche here. The Avs do tend to allow more goals on the road than at home. Also, they just allowed 3 goals in their win at Buffalo Saturday with Kuemper in goal. Colorado, in the game most recently started by Francouz, allowed 4 goals. So look for Boston, especially being on home ice, to get back on track offensively here. But the Bruins will need all they can muster because they won't slow down this Colorado juggernaut. The Avalanche are healthy and firing on all cylinders right now. The Avs have scored about 4 goals per game on the season and about 3.5 goals last 9 games. Look for the big 5-3 win over the Sabres Saturday to help build momentum for them as they deliver another offensive onslaught here against a Bruins team that will struggle to match their team speed and have issues trying to slow them down. 9* OVER 6 in Boston |
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02-20-22 | Sabres v. Blue Jackets OVER 6.5 | Top | 3-7 | Win | 100 | 8 h 35 m | Show |
NHL Annihilation Sunday 10* Top Play OVER 6.5 in Columbus Blue Jackets vs Buffalo Sabres @ 6:05 ET - The Blue Jackets are off a 7-4 win at Chicago Thursday and 7 of last 8 games for Columbus have totaled 7 or more goals. Now the Sabres are in town in the 2nd game of a B2B - lost 5-3 versus Colorado yesterday - and I expect the high-scoring trend to continue. That's because Buffalo has seen 5 of their last 6 games total 7 or more goals. Both teams having goalie issues and issues defensively but both teams continuing to score a lot of goals as well. I see no reason for this pattern to change here and this one gets my highest rating. 10* OVER 6.5 in Columbus |
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02-20-22 | Marquette v. Creighton OVER 141 | Top | 82-83 | Win | 100 | 5 h 30 m | Show |
CBB Contrarian Crusher Sunday 10* Top Play OVER 141 in Creighton Bluejays vs Marquette Golden Eagles @ 3 ET - The Bluejays averaging 76 points last 4 games against Marquette. The Golden Eagles enter this game on a 3-1 run to the over with their last 4 games averaging 78 points per game. Given these numbers you can see why I would not be surprised to see this one get into the 150s and I am expecting at least 140s in this game. Creighton is building confidence right with 3 straight wins and scoring an average of 80 points per game in those contests. Look for an entertaining affair between these teams Sunday afternoon as both teams are okay with an uptempo game and the pacing and scoring confidence of these teams (based on recent trending) indicates a high-scoring game is likely here. 10* OVER 141 in Creighton |
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02-20-22 | Hurricanes +112 v. Penguins | Top | 4-3 | Win | 112 | 3 h 2 m | Show |
NHL Network Rout Sunday 9* Top Play Carolina Hurricanes Money Line +110 @ Pittsburgh Penguins @ 1 ET - This play is all about the line value. The Hurricanes have a better road record than Pittsburgh's home record. However, the Penguins are favored here simply because they are on home ice. Keep in mind, the Pens were fortunate to get the win over the Flyers Tuesday and this followed 4 straight losses in their 4 preceding home games. In other words, Pittsburgh could very easily be on a 5-game losing streak in home games! Now they enter this game off a 4-1 loss at Toronto and the Canes, in my mind, are absolutely the better of these two teams this season. I am grabbing the line value with the road dog. 9* CAROLINA +110 |
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02-20-22 | Leicester v. Wolverhampton Wanderers OVER 2.5 | Top | 1-2 | Win | 115 | 3 h 15 m | Show |
EPL USA Network Rout Sunday 10* Top Play OVER 2.5 +130 in Wolverhampton vs Leicester @ 11:30 AM ET - I am well aware of the fact that Wolverhampton matches this season have a tendency to be some of the lowest scoring matches consistently week after week. However, the reason this total is holding at 2.5 goals in my opinion is because we actually have a solid shot at the over with this particular match-up. So grabbing the plus money on the over is the way to go as Leicester has been known for high-scoring matches particularly on the road. Leicester is allowing 2.3 goals per match away from home this season but also scoring 1.6 goals per match on the campaign. Given those numbers could we see 4 goals here? Yes we could but Wolverhampton really does tend to keep the scoring down and my forecast here is 3. Neither club settles for many draws as between the two of them they only have 10 draws in a combined 45 matches. That means we only have about a 22% chance of a draw from a statistical standpoint. That said, given Leicester's high-scoring ways I don't see them being held off the scoresheet nor being able to stop the Wolves. so the result should be at least a 2-1 final as I see it. 10* OVER 2.5 goals +130 in Wolverhampton |
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02-19-22 | Blues v. Maple Leafs OVER 6.5 | Top | 6-3 | Win | 105 | 8 h 3 m | Show |
NHL Annihilation Saturday 10* Top Play OVER 6.5 in Toronto Maple Leafs vs St Louis Blues @ 7:05 ET - The Blues are off a disappointing 3-2 loss in OT at Montreal. Prior to that defeat, St Louis had won 6 of 9 games and scored an average of 4.4 goals last 10 games! The Blues will bounce back here but they are facing a high-scoring Maple Leafs club. The last time these teams met it was a 6-5 Toronto win at St Louis. The Leafs are off a 4-1 win versus Pittsburgh that burned us because we had over 6 in that game and it went scoreless the final 14 minutes. We'll get some payback here. Before that 4-1 victory over the Penguins, the Maple Leafs last 23 games featured 17 that totaled 7 or more goals. Look for another wild one here. 10* OVER 6.5 in Toronto |
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02-19-22 | Georgetown v. Villanova OVER 142.5 | Top | 66-74 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 17 m | Show |
CBB Big East Total of the Year Saturday 10* Top Play OVER 142.5 in Villanova Wildcats vs Georgetown Hoyas @ 5 ET - The over is 3-0 in last 3 meetings between these teams. Villanova games have gone over the total in 5 straight entering this one and it is the perfect situation for an over. The Wildcats are off a big win over a ranked Providence team and have a ranked Connecticut team on deck. The Cats will probably be willing to simply "run and gun" here with a Georgetown team that can't beat anybody these days. The Hoyas are on a horrific losing streak and it has a lot to do with a lack of attention to defense! Georgetown allowing 81 points last 6 games. Villanova allowing 75.4 points last 5 games. This one should play out a very entertaining pace and hot shooting for the Wildcats at home continues. 10* OVER 142.5 in Villanova |
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02-19-22 | Oilers -119 v. Jets | Top | 4-2 | Win | 100 | 6 h 31 m | Show |
NHL Contrarian Crusher Saturday 9* Top Play Edmonton Oilers Money Line -120 @ Winnipeg Jets @ 4:05 ET - The Oilers are hot as they have won 4 straight games. Winnipeg is playing better too and has won back to back games. However, the Jets have struggled to put together long winning streaks and had won just 3 of 12 games before notching these back to back victories. They have a strong goalie in Connor Hellebuyck but I feel the streaking Oilers are just going to prove to be too much here. Edmonton is not just winning here, they are dominating. The Oilers have won 9 of 12 games and their last 6 wins by a combined score of 30 to 11. Lay it! 9* EDMONTON -120 |
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02-19-22 | Avalanche v. Sabres OVER 6 | Top | 5-3 | Win | 100 | 3 h 0 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Cash Saturday 9* Top Play OVER 6 in Buffalo Sabres vs Colorado Avalanche @ 1:05 ET - This is the final home game for Buffalo until nearly two weeks from now. The Sabres will want to make the most of it and they do score better at home than on the road. The problem for Buffalo is they struggle to stop teams and here they are hosting one of the most dynamic teams in the league as the Avalanche are in town. Colorado is likely to score a pile of goals here and note that the Sabres have allowed 3.5 goals last 10 games. In home games, Buffalo had scored 4.2 goals last 5 games before a tough 3-1 loss versus Ottawa Thursday. The Sabres bounce back with a stronger effort here but can't stop the Avs so we see a very high-scoring game here. 9* OVER 6 in Buffalo |
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02-19-22 | Tottenham Hotspur v. Manchester City OVER 3 | Top | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 4 h 54 m | Show |
EPL National TV Rout Saturday 10* Top Play OVER 3 in Manchester City vs Tottenham @ 12:30 ET - Manchester City is scoring an average of 3 goals per match on their home pitch this season. Tottenham defeated them 1-0 earlier this season in the reverse fixture. That said, in this revenge situation, Manchester City will not hold back in piling up goals if given the chance. The fact they are facing an "out of form" Tottenham, I absolutely believe they will have that opportunity. Of course this is why City is such a massive money line favorite in this match. Where we get the best value, in my opinion, is with the total. I do not expect Tottenham to be held off the scoresheet but I expect the hosts to be relentless on the attack here. The result should be a 3-1 type match here and that gets us the money with the least amount of risk here. Tottenham has scored a total of 5 goals in last 4 Premier League competitions against City while also conceding 3 times in the last meeting in Manchester. Look for a huge effort from the hosts and they dictate the pace of this one which will be an aggressive attacking one after the 1-0 loss way back in August. 10* OVER 3 in Manchester City |
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02-18-22 | Panthers v. Wild +115 | Top | 6-2 | Loss | -100 | 7 h 5 m | Show |
NHL Contrarian Crusher Friday 10* Top Play Minnesota Wild Money Line +115 vs Florida Panthers @ 8:05 ET - Undoubtedly Florida is a great team but so too is Minnesota. That said, based on situational value and home ice value, the Panthers are over-priced here and the Wild are offering great line value. Florida is at the top of the Atlantic Division but they have lost 12 of 22 road games this season! Also, the Panthers are off a huge win at Carolina in which they rallied for the late tying goal and then won in overtime! Minnesota is in second place in the Central Division and has won 16 of 20 games on home ice this season! Plus the Wild are off a 6-3 loss at Winnipeg. After that ugly loss, I expect a Minny team that had won 11 of 13 including 6 in a row on home ice, to bounce back big in this one. Home dog value off the charts here! 10* MINNESOTA +115 |
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02-18-22 | Predators v. Hurricanes OVER 5.5 | Top | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 6 h 23 m | Show |
NHL Early Dominator Friday 9* Top Play OVER 5.5 in Carolina Hurricanes vs Nashville Predators @ 7:05 ET - The Hurricanes are angry off an OT loss in a game they let slip away versus Florida Wednesday. Carolina is off B2B 3-2 losses and this was preceded by a 6-0 win. The Canes know they must be aggressive and start scoring a ton of goals again. Enter the Predators! Nashville is the most penalized team in the league and they continue to give up too many goals of late as Saros suddenly struggling between the pipes. The Preds have allowed 4 or more goals in 3 straight games. I do expect Nashville to battle hard here though and that is why I like the over. I expect the Canes to be so aggressive in the offensive zone that it will lead to some quick scoring opportunities for the Predators going the other way. With this total available at 5.5 I feel we have excellent line value on the over here. 9* OVER 5.5 in Carolina |
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02-18-22 | Northern Kentucky v. Detroit OVER 135 | Top | 52-60 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 49 m | Show |
CBB Situational Slaughter CBB 10* Top Play OVER 135 in Detroit Mercy Titans vs Northern Kentucky Norse @ 7 ET - This total has dropped from the 140 range to the 135 range and I love the value here with the over. Detroit is finally back home where they have averaged 86.6 points per game this season. Northern Kentucky enters this game on a run of 5-1 to the over and they have scored an average of 76 points per game last 6 games. The Titans have hardly played any home games this season so this is huge for them and they have scored so well at home. From a situational standpoint, the Titans off a road loss in which they scored just 59 points and now being back home sets this one up perfectly for a high-scoring affair. 10* OVER 135 in Detroit |
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02-17-22 | Wizards v. Nets OVER 214.5 | Top | 117-103 | Win | 100 | 8 h 8 m | Show |
Rickenbach NBA Situational Slaughter Thursday 10* Top Play OVER 214.5 in Brooklyn Nets vs Washington Wizards @ 7:40 ET - I don't expect much defense here. Brooklyn expended a lot of energy last night as they held the Knicks to 41 second half points in rallying back from a 21 point half-time deficit for a big comeback road win. As for Washington, they fell just short at Indiana last night and will be pushing hard to get the road win tonight. The Wizards have allowed 112 points or more in 4 of last 5 and 8 of last 11. Neither team has been that impressive on the defensive end in recent weeks until Brooklyn came up stronger last two games. Here they run out of gas in that regard and this one turns into a bit of a run and gun high-scoring affair for that reason. I also love the fact the total has dropped from the 220 range to the 215 range and will take advantage of the added line value here. 10* OVER 214.5 in Brooklyn |
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02-17-22 | Bruins -101 v. Islanders | Top | 1-4 | Loss | -101 | 7 h 50 m | Show |
Scott "The Bulldog" Rickenbach 10* Top Play Boston Bruins Money Line -100 @ New York Islanders @ 7:35 ET - My regular analysis in hockey will resume tomorrow. Today only, my package of 3 hockey plays is being loaded without my regular analysis. 10* Top Play Boston Bruins Money Line -100 |
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02-17-22 | Penguins v. Maple Leafs OVER 6 | Top | 1-4 | Loss | -125 | 7 h 31 m | Show |
10* Top Play OVER 6 in Toronto Maple Leafs vs Pittsburgh Penguins @ 7:05 ET - My regular analysis in hockey will resume tomorrow. Today only, my package of 3 hockey plays is being loaded without my regular analysis. 10* OVER 6 in Toronto |
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02-17-22 | Capitals v. Flyers +155 | Top | 5-3 | Loss | -100 | 6 h 25 m | Show |
Scott "The Bulldog" Rickenbach 9* Top Play Philadelphia Flyers Money Line +155 vs Washington Capitals @ 7:05 ET - My regular analysis in hockey will resume tomorrow. Today only, my package of 3 hockey plays is being loaded without my regular analysis. 9* Top Play Philadelphia Flyers Money Line +155 |
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02-17-22 | Towson v. NC-Wilmington OVER 135.5 | Top | 79-55 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 49 m | Show |
Rickenbach CBB Early Dominator Thursday 10* Top Play OVER 135.5 in NC-Wilmington Seahawks vs Towson Tigers @ 6 ET - Towson blew a double digit lead when they hosted NC-Wilmington earlier this season and that ended up forcing overtime and the Tigers went on to lose to the Seahawks in the extra session. That said, we have excellent line value here with this low total. Towson is the best team in the CAA but still are behind NC-Wilmington in the standings. That is why the Tigers are favored on the road here. What I love about the value here is that Towson will be relentless in this game no matter the score. In other words, if they get up big again (which I do expect) they will keep their foot on the gas and not let the game slip away from them late again. This is going to lead to a higher-scoring game here in my opinion. 3 of the last 4 meetings between these teams went over the total. The Seahawks are on a 7-3 run to the over last 10 games. 10* OVER 135.5 in NC Wilmington |
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02-17-22 | Minnesota +6.5 v. Penn State | Top | 46-67 | Loss | -110 | 6 h 21 m | Show |
Rickenbach CBB Afternoon Annihilation Thursday 9* Top Play Minnesota Golden Gophers +6.5 @ Penn State Nittany Lions @ 4 ET - Yes the Golden Gophers have been struggling but this spot sets up very well. The Nittany Lions are off a huge comeback win over Michigan State. Minnesota is off a game in which they got thoroughly embarrassed and scored just 45 points at Ohio State. Minny has struggled like I said but they did beat Penn State on Saturday. PSU also, prior to the win over the Spartans Tuesday, had lost 6 of last 7 games. The Nittany Lions are the much better rebounding team but the Golden Gophers the better team in terms of not turning the ball over. Grab the points here in a game with upset potential. 9* MINNESOTA +6.5 |
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02-16-22 | Wizards v. Pacers OVER 225.5 | Top | 108-113 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 18 m | Show |
NBA Earliest Cash Wednesday 10* Top Play OVER 225.5 in Indiana Pacers vs Washington Wizards @ 7:40 ET - The last time Washington played they burned us with the over courtesy of a 4th quarter in which the Wizards and their opponent each totaled only 16 points. Here we get payback! Washington is visiting Indiana and the Wizards had gone over in 3 straight before Monday's ridiculous finish. As for the Pacers they have gone over in 11 of last 12 games. Also, Indiana's last 6 games against the Wizards have ALL been overs. Here is number 7 in a row. 10* OVER 225.5 in Indiana |
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02-16-22 | Panthers v. Hurricanes OVER 6.5 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -108 | 8 h 9 m | Show |
NHL Total of the Week Wednesday 10* Top Play OVER 6.5 in Florida Panthers vs Carolina Hurricanes @ 7:35 ET - Two of the highest-scoring teams in the league. Yes these teams are also strong in their own zone and get solid goaltending from time to time too. But the big story with both these clubs is how highly skilled they are when it comes to creating excellent scoring chances. Panthers have so much team speed and guys flying all over the ice. The Hurricanes so strong on the forecheck and create excellent scoring chances and a lot of offensive zone time because of this. The Canes have won 13 of 19 games and averaged scoring 4 goals per game during this run. The Panthers are 14-4 last 18 games and averaged scoring 5 goals per game during this run. Just a ton of firepower in this match-up and I also like the fact that each club off a loss in which they were held to just 2 goals in the defeat. There has been only 1 under in last 6 meetings between these teams. That trend continues here. 10* OVER 6.5 in Florida |
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02-16-22 | Wild v. Jets +120 | Top | 3-6 | Win | 120 | 8 h 9 m | Show |
NHL Divisional Dominator Wednesday 9* Top Play Winnipeg Jets Money Line +120 vs Minnesota Wild @ 7:05 ET - The Jets are off a 3-1 home loss to the Blackhawks in a game that slipped away from them late. However, Winnipeg is 3-0 L3 times when off a loss and I like them as a home dog here to a Wild team they just recently defeated in a 2-0 shutout win. The Jets Connor Hellebuyck rates the edge over Minnesota's Cam Talbot in my opinion. Yes, the Wild have been really hot but this is still a team that is 5-6 in last 11 road/neutral site games. I feel they are over-priced here on the road against a Jets team that dominated the face-off circle 35-14 in most recent meeting. The home team has taken 5 of the last 6 meetings and I look for that trend to continue here. 9* WINNIPEG +120 |
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02-16-22 | George Mason v. St. Joe's OVER 139.5 | Top | 75-70 | Win | 100 | 10 h 20 m | Show |
CBB A10 Total of the Year Wednesday 10* Top Play OVER 139.5 in St Joseph's Hawks vs George Mason Patriots @ 7 ET - Some key statistical edges in this one point to this total being too low. First off, the Hawks are averaging 73 points per game this season. Note that the Patriots opened up as a 2 point road favorite here for a reason. In other words the projection here would be 75-73 final based on those numbers and that puts this total in the 148 range. Also, George Mason is knocking down 38.5% of threes on the road this season and St Joseph's hitting 36.8% of threes at home this season. The Hawks have scored more than 70 in 9 of last 11 home games. They consistently get to at least the 70 mark when they are hosting and, again, Patriots are favored here so you can see why I am expecting 140s here. Additionally, the over is 6-3 last 9 George Mason games as they have been allowing a ton of points. Also, the Hawks have allowed 69 points or more in 5 of last 6 games with the lone exception being an OT game which was 60-60 at end of regulation. This one flies over the total. 10* OVER 139.5 in St Joseph's |
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02-15-22 | Capitals v. Predators OVER 6 | Top | 4-1 | Loss | -100 | 7 h 20 m | Show |
NHL Annihilation Tuesday 10* Top Play OVER 6 +105 in Nashville Predators vs Washington Capitals @ 8:05 ET - Vitek Vanecek, goalie for the Capitals, is traveling with the team on this road trip. However, even if he plays tonight he would likely be rusty from the time off dealing with an upper body injury. That is why I love the over in this spot because Washington has plenty of firepower and is ready to respond off an ugly 4-1 home loss to Ottawa but the Capitals also have goalie issues. Because of Vanecek being out, Washington has been struggling between the pipes with an average of 3.8 goals allowed in 5 games so far this month. The Caps though, before the bad loss to the Senators, had scored an average of 4 goals last 5 games and I expect a strong game from them in the offensive zone in this one tonight. As for the Predators, 13 of their last 18 games have totaled at least 6 goals. Nashville has allowed 9 goals last 2 games. The Preds, prior to a 5-2 home loss to Winnipeg, had scored an average of 3.7 goals per game last 6 games. Look for a surprisingly high-scoring game here even if Vanecek plays for Washington. 10* OVER 6 +105 in Nashville |
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02-15-22 | Cavs v. Hawks OVER 219.5 | Top | 116-124 | Win | 100 | 8 h 7 m | Show |
NBA Total of the Week Tuesday 10* Top Play OVER 219.5 in Atlanta Hawks vs Cleveland Cavaliers @ 7:40 ET - This total has been dropping this morning and it makes sense because each team is off an ugly, low-scoring loss. However, I love coming back with overs when teams are off duds. This is particularly true when a team has shown a knack in terms of bouncing back with strong efforts when off a low-scoring clunker. The last 3 times the Hawks were off a game in which they were held to 100 points or less, they have scored an average of 125 points in their next game. The Cavs have averaged a respectable 108 points the last 3 times they were off a game in which they were held to 95 or less points. The Hawks will dictate the tempo here on their home floor and the over was on a 4-1 run in Atlanta's games prior to the ugly loss at Boston. All 4 of those Hawks games totaled at least 239 points. While we won't see that many points here, we should see this one at least get into the 220s and the 230s would not be a big surprise to me either. 10* OVER 219.5 in Atlanta |
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02-15-22 | Blues v. Senators +1.5 | Top | 5-2 | Loss | -135 | 7 h 44 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Cash Tuesday 9* Top Play Ottawa Senators Puck Line +1.5 goals -135 vs St Louis Blues @ 7:05 - The Senators are catching the Blues off a big 5-1 win versus Marc-Andre Fleury and the Blackhawks. Not only that, St Louis was at home for that one and is on the road for this one and I really like the way Ottawa has been playing. The Sens have been getting fantastic goaltending and have been a tough team to beat and I especially like the value with the +1.5 goals on the puck line in this one. The Senators have allowed an average of only 1.8 goals per game in regulation time of their last dozen games. Also, Ottawa has a record of 6-4-2 in these 12 games and one of the regulation losses by just 1 goals so, at +1.5 goals, the Sens would be 9-3 last 12 games. The Blues are a solid 8-5 last 13 games but two of those wins by just a single goal so St Louis would be unimpressive 6-7 at -1.5 goals last 13 games. Just feel there is too much value with the way the Senators have been playing and the solid goal-tending they have been getting. The Blues, before their win over Chicago, had allowed 3.6 goals per game last 9 games. 9* OTTAWA +1.5 -135 |
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02-15-22 | Akron v. Western Michigan OVER 128 | Top | 57-61 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 54 m | Show |
CBB MAC Total of the Month Tuesday 10* Top Play OVER 128 in Western Michigan Broncos vs Akron Zips @ 6 ET - This total has dropped about 3 points from its opener and, while I do understand the line move, it has led to more value here for us with the over. Yes, these are two slower-paced teams. However, this also is a game comprised of two teams with rather sub-par defenses. The Broncos allowing 76 points per game this season. The Zips allowing 36% from three point land on the season. Western Michigan finally ended a long losing streak with a 77-63 win over Central Michigan Saturday and I look for that to give the Broncos a boost of confidence heading into this match-up with Akron. The Zips have averaged 69.4 points per game last 5 games and 4 of those 5 games totaled 130 points or more. Look for this to reach at least that mark as well. 10* OVER 128 in Western Michigan |
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02-15-22 | Brighton & Hove Albion v. Manchester United -130 | Top | 0-2 | Win | 100 | 5 h 45 m | Show |
EPL Annihilation Tuesday 9* Top Play Manchester United -130 vs Brighton & Hove Albion @ 3:15 ET - Manchester United has been a bit disappointing of late to say the least. This club still has so much firepower though and they are at home and I am envisioning a breakout game here. Manchester United has won each of the last 6 meetings between these clubs. More of the same here. 9* Manchester United -130 |
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02-15-22 | Brighton & Hove Albion v. Manchester United OVER 2.5 | Top | 0-2 | Loss | -105 | 5 h 32 m | Show |
EPL Total of the Week Tuesday 10* Top Play OVER 2.5 goals in Manchester United vs Brighton & Hove Albion @ 3:15 ET - Manchester United has been a bit disappointing of late to say the least. This club still has so much firepower though and they are at home and I am envisioning a breakout effort which will lead to a high-scoring match here. Each of the last 5 meetings between these clubs has totaled 3 or more goals. More of the same expected here. 10* OVER 2.5 in Manchester United |
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02-14-22 | Maple Leafs v. Seattle Kraken OVER 6 | Top | 6-2 | Win | 100 | 9 h 58 m | Show |
NHL Annihilation Monday 10* Top Play OVER 6 in Seattle Kraken vs Toronto Maple Leafs @ 9:05 ET - The total here has dropped from a 6.5 to a 6 and I love the additional value we are now getting on the over in this match-up. Toronto is off B2B losses and will be hungry to respond. The Kraken have often struggled on their home ice but have been scoring better of late overall. As a result, I expect goals galore in this one. Seattle has scored an average of 3 goals per game last 3 games. The Kraken have allowed 4 goals per game last 4 home games. The Maple Leafs have scored 4.2 goals per game last 10 games but also allowed 3 or more goals in 10 of last 13 games. A lot of value in a game here that should end with 7 or 8 goals given the above stats and considering the situation here. 10* OVER 6 in Seattle |
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02-14-22 | Spurs v. Bulls -4.5 | Top | 109-120 | Win | 100 | 9 h 55 m | Show |
NBA Contrarian Crusher Monday 10* Top Play Chicago Bulls -4.5 vs San Antonio Spurs @ 8:10 ET - Can you imagine how high this line would be if Zach LaVine was not out for the Bulls? Exactly! The point is we are getting a ton of line value here on a very good Chicago team that also is playing this game with triple revenge! Indeed the Bulls lost both games versus Spurs last season plus lost at San Antonio earlier this season. In that match-up however, SA shot a ridiculous percentage from 3-point land and outscored the Bulls by 24 points from beyond the arc. Of course this was the difference in the game and the Spurs aren't going to be hitting a ridiculous 16 threes in the rematch on the road. Also, Chicago is off a non-covering SU win versus OKC Saturday and the Bulls are 4-0 ATS the last 4 times they have entered a game off an ATS loss. The Spurs are off B2B wins and have not won 3 straight games since right around Christmas. From a situational standpoint, I love the value with the home team as a small favorite in this one. 10* CHICAGO -4.5 |
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02-14-22 | Red Wings v. Wild OVER 6 | Top | 4-7 | Win | 100 | 8 h 15 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Cash Monday 9* Top Play OVER 6 in Minnesota Wild vs Detroit Red Wings @ 8:05 ET - The Wild off tight 3-2 win versus a strong Carolina club and have a big game at Winnipeg on deck. That sets this one up well for an over in my opinion as Minnesota is now hosting a Red Wings club that has been skating very well and is playing with a lot of confidence. Detroit had one ugly 4-1 loss in last 11 games but in the other 10 games they have averaged nearly 4 goals per game. This game should feature plenty of goals as the Wild have won 7 of 8 games and have averaged scoring 4 goals per game during this stretch even including a shutout loss! 9* OVER 6 in Minnesota |
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02-14-22 | Pistons v. Wizards OVER 218 | Top | 94-103 | Loss | -111 | 8 h 16 m | Show |
NBA Earliest Cash Monday 9* Top Play OVER 218 in Washington Wizards vs Detroit Pistons @ 7:10 ET - The Wizards have gone over the total in 3 straight games and allowed 119 points on average in these 3. The Pistons have gone over the total in 2 straight games and allowed 122 points on average in last 4 games. Each of last two meetings between these teams totaled more than this total. This one flies over the total as both these teams continue to pay little attention on the defensive end! 9* OVER 218 in Washington |
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02-14-22 | St. Louis +2.5 v. St Bonaventure | Top | 79-83 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 22 m | Show |
CBB CBSSN Blowout Monday 10* Top Play St Louis Billikens +2.5 @ St Bonaventure @ 5 ET - The Billikens are off a loss that followed a 6-game winning streak. St Louis is a perfect 4-0 SU the last 4 times they entered game off a loss. The Bonnies are off B2B wins but this followed losses in 6 of 10 games and St Bonaventure has not won 3 straight games since early December. The set up is perfect for a road win here especially when you consider this is a revenge game as the Bonnies won at St Louis Friday. Payback time here for the Billikens as they return the favor by winning at St Bonaventure. 10* ST LOUIS +2.5 |
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02-14-22 | William & Mary v. NC-Wilmington OVER 140 | Top | 73-80 | Win | 100 | 6 h 14 m | Show |
CBB Daytime Dominator Monday 9* Top Play OVER 140 in NC-Wilmington Seahawks vs William & Mary Tribe @ 2 ET - Neither one of these teams is very good defensively as evidenced by their field goal percentage defense both inside and outside the arc. Also, William & Mary has allowed 80 points per game game last 4 games. NC-Wilmington has allowed 75 points per game last 4 games. I know the teams shot ridiculously high percentages when they met a little over a week ago and that is why the game totaled 162 points. However, even with lesser shooting percentages but a good pace in this one, it should get well into the 140s and I will grab the value here as neither team has impressed defensively of late. 9* OVER 140 in NC-Wilmington |
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02-13-22 | Colorado State +2.5 v. Boise State | Top | 77-74 | Win | 100 | 6 h 48 m | Show |
CBB Contrarian Crusher Sunday 10* Top Play Colorado State Rams +2.5 @ Boise State Broncos @ 4 ET - The Rams are the better team offensively. Statistically these teams are nearly equal on the defensive end but the shooting edge of Colorado State is the key here. Boise State is favored but that is only because they are at home. I love taking short dogs in college hoops. The Rams are about a 3 point dog here but have the offensive firepower to pull off the upset here because they can get key buckets when they need. They are the type of team that can thrive on the road and yet we get line value here because of the home court factored in for the Broncos. The Rams are 7-2 SU on the road and Boise State does have a pair of road losses already this season. 10* COLORADO STATE +2.5 |
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02-13-22 | Hawks +7 v. Celtics | Top | 95-105 | Loss | -110 | 6 h 3 m | Show |
NBA Game of the Week Sunday 10* Top Play Atlanta Hawks +7 @ Boston Celtics @ 2:10 ET - Trae Young is probable for the Hawks in this one. Atlanta has won 4 of the last 5 meetings with Boston SU and is on an overall 6-2 ATS run last 8 meetings. I know the Celtics have won 7 straight games overall but their two most recent home wins each by 6 points and I love the value with the Hawks here off a loss. Atlanta had won 9 of 12 games before losing at home versus San Antonio Friday. Also, the Hawks are 3-1 SU last 4 times when off a loss. I would not be surprised at all to see an upset here but am grabbing the points for added insurance in this one and, yes, I am aware of the John Collins injury. 10* ATLANTA +7 |
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02-13-22 | Penguins v. Devils OVER 6.5 | Top | 4-2 | Loss | -100 | 4 h 57 m | Show |
NHL Divisional Dominator Sunday 10* Top Play OVER 6.5 +110 in New Jersey Devils vs Pittsburgh Penguins @ 1:35 ET - Not only are the Devils off back to back games in which they have scored 7 goals in each win, New Jersey has allowed 4 or more goals in 4 of last 5 games. Overall, 4 of last 5 NJ games have totaled 8 or more goals. Also, the Penguins have won 7 of last 9 road games and averaged scoring nearly 4 goals per game during this stretch. I know that the Penguins are off a shutout win but the last 3 times Pittsburgh was off a game in which they allowed 1 goal or loss their next game has totaled at least 7 goals all 3 times. More of the same expected here. 10* OVER 6.5 +110 in New Jersey |
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02-13-22 | Maryland v. Purdue OVER 147 | Top | 61-62 | Loss | -110 | 3 h 4 m | Show |
CBB Daytime Dominator Sunday 9* Top Play OVER 147 in Purdue Boilermakers vs Maryland Terrapins @ 1 ET - The Terrapins are off a 110 to 82 loss and that was even at home! Now Maryland is on the road and facing a Purdue team that is angry off an 82-56 loss at Michigan. The Boilermakers will bounce back and pile up the points here as they also have revenge from a loss at Maryland last season. The Terrapins are 7-2 to the over in road games this season and the Boilermakers were on a 10-2 run to the over before their game against the Wolverines stayed under the total. 9* OVER 147 in Purdue |
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02-13-22 | Sabres v. Canadiens OVER 6 | Top | 5-3 | Win | 101 | 3 h 29 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Cash Sunday 9* Top Play OVER 6 in Montreal Canadiens vs Buffalo Sabres @ 12:35 ET - The Canadiens in 2nd game of B2B and used Montembeault in goal yesterday which means it is likely going to be Primeau between the pipes for this one. Either way this is a tough spot for Montreal to keep the puck out of their own net even though they did a good job of that yesterday in a rare low-scoring 2-1 loss. Prior to this the Habs had been giving up a ton of goals and I expect that trend to resume here. Also, the Sabres are expected to go with Anderson between the pipes and he has allowed 5 goals in 2 of his last 3 starts including his most recent one. Both these teams have been giving up a lot of goals lately and I expect these trends to continue here. 9* OVER 6 in Montreal |
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02-13-22 | West Ham United v. Leicester OVER 2.5 | Top | 2-2 | Win | 100 | 4 h 55 m | Show |
EPL King Power Blowout Sunday 10* Top Play OVER 2.5 goals in Leicester vs West Ham @ 11:30 AM ET - This one takes place at King Power Stadium in Leicester and I am expecting plenty of goals in this one! The last 6 meetings between these clubs have all totaled 3 or more goals. Additionally, Leicester matches are averaging about 3.5 goals apiece this season and West Ham matches are averaging 3 goals each this season. Leicester is allowing an average of nearly a full 2 goals per match this season which is a big part of the reason they are so far down the table. While I expect their struggles with conceding goals to continue, I also expect the hosts to put up a fight on their home pitch. Leicester is averaging scoring 1.7 goals per match at home and I don't see either club having a clean sheet here nor either club settling for a share of the spoils here. Leicester has had only 2 draws in 11 matches this season and West Ham has had only 4 draws in 24 matches this season. Given all of the above, you can see why I am expecting at least a 2-1 final here. 10* OVER 2.5 goals in Leicester |
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02-12-22 | Islanders v. Flames OVER 5.5 | Top | 2-5 | Win | 112 | 14 h 33 m | Show |
NHL Situational Slaughter Saturday 10* Top Play OVER 5.5 +110 in Calgary Flames vs New York Islanders @ 10:05 ET - The Islanders peppered Edmonton with shots last night and deserved better in the 3-1 loss. I look for the Isles to keep on coming tonight but, at the same time, the Flames have been red hot and are likely to score a pile of goals here. Calgary will be helped by the fact that New York used their #1 goalie, Ilya Sorokin, last night. That means back-up netminder likely for the Isles and I know Flames goalie Jacob Markstrom has been hot but the Islanders looked very strong last night as they are healthier now and were flying all over the ice. The Isles will score their fair share tonight but note that the Flames have won 8 of 10 games and have scored at least 4 goals in 7 of those 8 victories! In fact, Calgary's last 10 games have featured 9 that totaled 6 or more goals. I understand this total of 5.5 goals involving the Flames and Islanders but look for it to prove to be too low. 10* OVER 5.5 +110 in Calgary |
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02-12-22 | Cavs +3.5 v. 76ers | Top | 93-103 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 54 m | Show |
NBA PA Dominator Saturday 10* Top Play Cleveland Cavaliers +3.5 @ Philadelphia 76ers @ 7:40 ET - Both teams off wins and both teams in 2nd game of back to back but I feel it will be much tougher on the 76ers than the Cavaliers. Keep in mind the Sixers lost Curry in the trade for Harden and they still don't have Harden available yet. Also, this is the 2nd game of a back to back and Embiid might be limited or possibly even miss the contest. You never know for sure these days but he could end up being in street clothes with it being 2nd game of a B2B and he is so injury-prone. In any event I like Cleveland taking on a team that is without a key outside shooter and they did struggle overall with the 3-ball yesterday and the Cavs are not the Thunder! OKC was missing a ton of personnel for yesterday's game but the red hot Cavaliers will present a much stiffer challenge. The Cavs have won 13 of 16 games! 10* CLEVELAND +3.5 |
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02-12-22 | Jets +180 v. Predators | Top | 5-2 | Win | 180 | 11 h 58 m | Show |
NHL Contrarian Crusher Saturday 9* Top Play Winnipeg Jets Money Line +180 @ Nashville Predators @ 7:05 ET - The Predators opened up as -165 favorites and then shot up to as high as -215 and, as per usual, I am fading the line move. This is a revenge game for the Jets and though they lost 5-2 at Nashville last month they outshot the Preds 38 to 23 in that game. Also, Nashville has lost 6 of 10 games and is over-priced here plain and simple. Yes this is a back to back for Winnipeg so Comrie might be between the pipes but he has actually been solid in recent outings. Additionally, the Jets are off a game in which they got ripped off on a bogus late-game penalty call that allowed Stars to take the lead. The Jets were the better team in that game last night but did go on to lose in OT and they deserved the full 2 points in the standings last night. Tonight they will get what they deserved last night. 9* WINNIPEG +180 |
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02-12-22 | Knicks v. Blazers OVER 216.5 | Top | 103-112 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 44 m | Show |
NBA Earliest Cash Saturday 9* Top Play OVER 216.5 in Portland Trailblazers vs New York Knicks @ 5 ET - The Knicks are 6-2 to over last 8 games. They have allowed 118 points last 5 games. New York has scored average of 111 points last 7 games. Neither of those numbers include any OT points. I know the Blazers have been trending under but Portland has allowed 114 per game last 7 home games and is off a SU win and ATS cover and is 3-1 to the over the last 4 times off an ATS win. 9* OVER 216.5 in Portland |
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02-12-22 | Georgia Tech v. Virginia OVER 122.5 | Top | 53-63 | Loss | -110 | 6 h 3 m | Show |
CBB ESPN Smash Pass Saturday 10* Top Play OVER 122.5 in Virginia Cavaliers vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets @ 4 ET - One can understand the low total posted here when you consider the long-term with Virginia basketball. However, a big key to the Cavaliers having won 3 straight and 5 of 7 has been their offensive production and the over is on a 6-1 run L7 Cavs games. Virginia has scored an average of 66.4 ppg in this 7-game stretch. The Yellow Jackets have allowed an average of 75.3 ppg their last 8 games against Division I opponents. Georgia Tech has averaged scoring 70.5 points last 4 road games. Don't be surprised when this one gets into the 130s. The Yellow Jackets don't have good defensive numbers and the Cavaliers are allowing higher shooting percentages than usual this season. Yes, the Cavs like to play a slow-tempo game but the way these two teams are going right now I fully expect another over in this one. 10* OVER 122.5 in Virginia |
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02-12-22 | Temple +4.5 v. Tulane | Top | 83-92 | Loss | -110 | 5 h 43 m | Show |
CBB Philly Insider Saturday 9* Top Play Temple Owls +4.5 @ Tulane Green Wave @ 2 ET - Even though Jake Forrester is likely to miss again, Jeremiah Williams and Damian Dunn are both expected to play in this one. Also, Temple is 8-0 SU at Tulane since the Green Wave joined the AAC beginning in 2014. We also get the Owls angry off a loss here as they lost at South Florida on a buzzer beater. Getting points with an angry road dog that should be healthier here is something I won't pass up on. Look for the Owls to make it 9 in a row SU in games played as a visitor against Tulane but we'll grab the points for added insurance here. 9* TEMPLE +4.5 |
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02-12-22 | Manchester City v. Norwich City OVER 3.5 | Top | 4-0 | Win | 120 | 5 h 14 m | Show |
EPL National TV Rout Saturday 10* Top Play OVER 3.5 +120 in Norwich City vs Manchester City @ 12:30 ET - Manchester City has won the last two meetings 5-0 but those two matches were as a host. The last time they visited Norwich City they lost 3-2 and this was recent enough that it is fresh in their minds. Manchester City wants to make sure they don't let that happen again. I am looking for a 4th straight time that a meeting between these clubs totals 5 or more goals and the good news is we need only 4 goals to be a winner here. Norwich has some extra confidence here as they enter this match unbeaten in their last 4 overall plus knowing the last time they hosted City they got the victory. That said, I do expect Norwich to find the back of the net at least once in this one but the trouble is they will not be able to stop the strongest team in the league and I look for Manchester City to put on a clinic in this one and score a pile of goals. 10* OVER 3.5 +120 in Norwich City |
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02-12-22 | Flyers +144 v. Red Wings | Top | 2-4 | Loss | -100 | 4 h 16 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Cash Saturday 9* Top Play Philadelphia Flyers Money Line +145 @ Detroit Red Wings @ 12:05 ET - Flyers get a change at revenge after a home loss versus Detroit Wednesday by a 6-3 count. Philadelphia had won back to back games before that loss and I expect them to respond here. This line opened up with the Red Wings at a -135 and has shot all the way up to a -165. I am grabbing the extra value on the other side of the move. 9* PHILADELPHIA +145 |
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02-11-22 | Islanders v. Oilers OVER 5.5 | Top | 1-3 | Loss | -115 | 12 h 56 m | Show |
NHL Contrarian Crusher Friday 10* Top Play OVER 5.5 in Edmonton Oilers vs New York Islanders @ 9:05 ET - I know the Oilers just fired their head coach and will respond here under their interim head coach who had been the team's AHL affiliate. However, that response is likely to involve more goals rather than stellar defense and goaltending. Simply put, Edmonton is built better for the former rather than the latter and I expect plenty of scoring here. Yes, the Islanders are known more for defense and goaltending - particularly when Sorokin is in the crease - but the Oilers have the high-end talent to create quality scoring chances when motivated. That said, I expect a highly motivated effort from the hosts in this one and that should lead to plenty of goals. The Islanders also looking to make a big push here as they have a chance to pick up major ground in the standings as they will be a busy team with makeup games over the next couple weeks. The Isles already won their first game after the All-star break with a 6-3 win at Vancouver. More of the same on tap tonight. 10* OVER 5.5 in Edmonton |
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02-11-22 | Jets +140 v. Stars | Top | 3-4 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 52 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Cash Friday 9* Top Play Winnipeg Jets Money Line +140 @ Dallas Stars @ 8:35 ET - The Stars are a strong team but they are off a big win versus Nashville and have a huge game with Colorado on deck. For Winnipeg this is the front end of a back to back spot. That means Hellebuyck likely to start one game and Comrie start the other. No matter which guy is protecting the cage here I like my chances in this one. Hellebuyck is back "in the zone" again as he has been sharp in his last two starts and, when he is on his game, he is one of the best in the league. As for Comrie, he has been rock solid in recent appearances when called upon. Comrie has had one dud in his last 5 appearances but allowed a total of just 9 goals in the other 4. As for the Stars, they have had one strong performance from netminders last 4 games but allowed a total of 12 goals in the other 3 games! The Jets have only 9 regulation losses in 23 road games this season but have had some trouble with games going past regulation on the road. I look for them to get over the hump here as this team is better than their full season record shows and they are under-valued here. 9* WINNIPEG +140 |
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02-11-22 | Thunder v. 76ers -12.5 | Top | 87-100 | Win | 100 | 8 h 6 m | Show |
NBA PA Dominator Friday 9* Top Play Philadelphia 76ers -12.5 vs Oklahoma City Thunder @ 7 ET - Even if James Harden does not play tonight, Philly is bolstered by the huge trade that got rid of the toxic Ben Simmons and brought in a superstar. The Sixers will be bolstered by this trade no matter who is on the floor tonight and Philadelphia is hungry to bounce back after the home loss to Phoenix Tuesday. With two days off between games, the 76ers will have fresh legs here and they can run and gun their way to victory past a Thunder team that just does not have the horses to keep up. Oklahoma City is already one of the league's worst teams even when healthy but right now the Thunder are extremely short-handed. Yes this is a big number to lay but OKC is off B2B home losses by an average margin of 15.5 points and its last 4 road losses have also come by an average margin of 15.5 points. Lay it! 9* PHILADELPHIA -12.5 |
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02-11-22 | Cavs v. Pacers OVER 216.5 | Top | 120-113 | Win | 100 | 8 h 42 m | Show |
NBA Contrarian Crusher Friday 10* Top Play OVER 216.5 in Indiana Pacers vs Cleveland Cavaliers @ 7 ET - With all the personnel changes for the Pacers following the trade, one might be reluctant to invest in the over here. However, I feel this could lead to a rather fast-paced disorganized game where players on defense miss switches and/or are out of position. Things like this happen when a team has a new influx of players like Indiana does now. I also love the fact that these two teams just met and the game totaled only 183 points. Keep in mind, that is the only under the Pacers have had in their last 9 games. The Cavaliers have allowed 115 points or more in 3 of last 4 road games. Cleveland has a tendency to not score well but they now take on a Pacers team that, other than the one clunker against the Cavs, allowed 123.7 points per game in other 10 games dating back to January 20th. Look for plenty of points in this one. 10* OVER 216.5 in Indiana |
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02-11-22 | Wright State v. Wisc-Milwaukee OVER 146.5 | Top | 57-60 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 32 m | Show |
CBB Earliest Cash Friday 10* Top Play OVER 146.5 in Wisconsin-Milwaukee Panthers vs Wright State Raiders @ 7 ET - The Panthers just got held to only 39 points on their home floor in their most recent game! You know what is coming here from UW-Milwaukee after a game like that. Even though they will respond on the offensive end here, this Panthers team has allowed 76 points per game last 7 games. I am looking for a shootout here as a result as the Raiders come into this one having won 4 straight games and averaging 80 points per game during the win streak. Wright State has averaged scoring 79 points last 6 road games. The over is 4-0 in last 4 meetings between these teams and I look for that trend to continue here. 10* OVER 146.5 in Wisconsin-Milwaukee |
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02-10-22 | Hurricanes -130 v. Bruins | Top | 6-0 | Win | 100 | 8 h 49 m | Show |
NHL Earliest Dominator 9* Top Play Carolina Hurricanes Money Line -130 @ Boston Bruins @ 7:05 ET - The Bruins have lost 4 of 6 and now Brad Marchand is beginning a 6-game suspension and Patrice Bergeron is out with an upper body injury. Boston is hosting an angry Carolina team that is off B2B losses and is one of the best teams in the league. The Hurricanes respond in a big way with one of their best efforts of the season and take advantage of a short-handed Bruins club in this one. Lay the price as it should prove well worth it! 9* CAROLINA -130 |
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02-10-22 | Capitals v. Canadiens OVER 6 | Top | 5-2 | Win | 100 | 7 h 23 m | Show |
NHL Eastern Conference Total of the Month Thursday 10* Top Play OVER 6 in Montreal Canadiens vs Washington Capitals @ 7 ET - The Canadiens just made a head coaching change. Certainly the team should respond with a strong effort tonight. However, the new head coach can not come in and play goalie for the team and therein lies the current problem with Montreal. The Habs have lost 7 straight games and each of the last 5 games saw them allow at least 5 goals in all 5 regulation losses. The Capitals also have goalie issues right now because Vanecek is out. In the last 6 games started by someone other than Vanecek, Washington has allowed an average of 4.7 goals per game! That said, the fact Ovechkin is out for the Capitals tonight is merely serving to give us line value here as it should help this total hold at 6 when the reality is that it should be 6.5 in my opinion. The Caps have scored an average of 4 goals per game in their last 4 games and I am looking for that, coupled with a spirited effort from the Habs here, to result in a true barn-burner in this one. 10* OVER 6 in Montreal |
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02-10-22 | Iowa v. Maryland +4.5 | Top | 110-87 | Loss | -104 | 9 h 32 m | Show |
CBB Big Ten Game of the Month Thursday 10* Top Play Maryland Terrapins +4.5 vs Iowa Hawkeyes @ 7 ET - The Terrapins go as Fatts Russell and Eric Ayala go. That said, with those guys struggling overall the last 3 games it comes as no surprise that Maryland enters this one on a 3-game losing streak. However, match-ups certainly matter in basketball. That said, Russell and Ayala both had solid games against the Hawkeyes in the first meetings this season and that was at Iowa and ended up a loss by only a 5-point margin. Now the Terrapins are getting nearly that same number at home and note that the Hawkeyes are 2-5 on the road this season. This one sets up well for an upset and I like the extra value of having a few points on our side as well should Maryland fall just short. Note that Maryland is allowing only 65.5 ppg at home while Iowa is allowing 74.4 ppg on the road. The better defense at home and off 3 straight losses and catching some points...I'll take it! 10* MARYLAND +4.5 |
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02-10-22 | William & Mary v. Towson OVER 136.5 | Top | 60-75 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 21 m | Show |
CBB Earliest Cash Thursday 9* Top Play OVER 136.5 in Towson Tigers vs William & Mary Tribe @ 5 ET - This game is off the radar of most sports bettors and I feel that is why we are getting such a good value here. Towson is one of the best teams in the CAA and William & Mary is one of the worst which is why the spread on this game is 18. Where the value lies in my opinion is with the total. The last time these teams met the Tigers won 91-69 even though they were on the road for that one earlier this season! The Tribe enter this game having allowed 88 points per game their last two games even though they were at home! Towson is off an ugly low-scoring road loss in most recent game and that means they will not hold back and should score a pile of points here. Keep in mind, prior to that road loss the Tigers were on a 9-game stretch that saw them win 8 of 9 games. Towson, taking out the few clunkers in the bunch, averaged 78 points scored in the other 6 games and now they take on a team that is one of the worst in the league. That means the Tigers should get to 80+ easily and if the 18 point spread is right (which so often these numbers are good) that means this one flies over the total. 10* OVER 136.5 in Towson |
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02-10-22 | Arsenal v. Wolverhampton Wanderers +0.5 | Top | 1-0 | Loss | -130 | 6 h 11 m | Show |
EPL Goal Line Dominator Thursday 9* Top Play Wolverhampton +1/2 goal vs Arsenal @ 2:45 ET - Both these clubs have issues when it comes to scoring goals. This is likely to be a tight, low-scoring battle as evidenced by the posted O/U on this match of only 2 goals. That said, having the + on the goal line is likely to prove to be a big value in this one. Wolverhampton has earned at least a point in the table in 14 of 21 matches or 67%. Arsenal, on the road has won only 4 of 10 road matches or 40%. Also, in terms of current form, Wolverhampton has won 3 straight in Premier League action and overall 4 of last 5 across all competitions. Arsenal has not won any of its last 5 matches across all competitions and has not scored a single goal in the last 4! The hosts in this match-up are known for being stingy too as the Wolves have allowed only 16 goals on the season and only table-topping Manchester City has been better with just 14 goals conceded. A lot of home dog value here in my opinion. 9* WOLVERHAMPTON +1/2 goal |
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02-10-22 | Leicester v. Liverpool OVER 3.5 | Top | 0-2 | Loss | -102 | 6 h 44 m | Show |
EPL USA Network TV Rout Thursday 10* Top Play OVER 3.5 in Liverpool vs Leicester @ 2:45 ET - Liverpool is the highest scoring club in the Premier League this season and averaging nearly 3 goals per match. I know they have also been very strong defensively and particularly this is true at home. However, it will be tough to produce a clean sheet hosting a Leicester club known for its attacking style and having averaged scoring nearly 2 goals per match this season. Could we see a 3-2 type match here or a 4-1 match? Absolutely! Note that Leicester has a leaky defense and allows plenty of goals and that is why their road matches have seen them combine with their opponents for an average of 4 goals per game. Leicester's manager is an ex-manager of Liverpool and I have a feeling the heavily favored hosts want to not only win this match but to put an exclamation point on it! That said, I see this one getting over the total with an exciting attacking style being the theme for both clubs in this one. 10* OVER 3.5 in Liverpool |
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02-09-22 | Blackhawks v. Oilers OVER 6.5 | Top | 4-1 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 11 m | Show |
NHL Total of the Week Wednesday 10* Top Play OVER 6.5 +110 in Edmonton Oilers vs Chicago Blackhawks @ 8:05 ET - The Oilers got shutout on home ice yesterday and lost 4-0 to the Golden Knights. I fully expect Edmonton to bounce back tonight but, at the same time, I absolutely can not trust their defense or netminding. The good news for the Oilers is that the Blackhawks enter this game having allowed 4.8 goals per game their last 4 games. Chicago's Marc-Andre Fleury has been struggling between the pipes again. The bad news for Edmonton fans tonight is that the Oilers have allowed 4.2 goals per game their last 5 games on home ice. Edmonton is so strong in terms of their top-end talent and high-end scoring ability but their rather smallish and less physical blue line tends to come back to haunt them. They just do not have the grinders back there that they need and Chicago has talented forwards and will take advantage and score well in this one. Look for the Oilers to answer them goal for goal there and, of course, the hosts are favored heavily on the money line for a reason here. Look for a 4-3 or 5-3 type game in this one. 10* OVER 6.5 in Edmonton |