05-01-18 |
Dodgers v. Diamondbacks +178 |
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3-4 |
Win
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178 |
11 h 42 m |
Show
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Taking ARIZONA. Will grab these guys again. Dodgers slumping right now. I know Kershaw is a beast. But he has just lost to Miami. LAD just not playing well. Arizona rolling right now. Getting this big number, with a 10-3 home team, 20-8 overall, playing over .700 ball. Worth the shot. 4* Money Maker ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
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05-01-18 |
Rays v. Tigers +134 |
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1-2 |
Win
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134 |
8 h 15 m |
Show
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Taking the TIGERS. Going to fade Archer. He has given up 4 or more runs in 5 of his 6 starts. A 7 ERA at home, 6 on the road. 1.88 WHIP out of Tampa. That shouldn't shock us. He had a 5.97 road ERA in 2017 and 5.44 in 2016 each logging 17 starts. So a significant sample size. I know that the Tigers are bad. But will grab Detroit as a nice dog. Boyd winless in 4 starts, but with a decent 2.74 ERA. And that includes his last out, his worse on the year, 4 runs in 3+ vs the Pirates. Before that, 19.1 innings, 9 hits, 3 earned. 4* Money Maker DETROIT TIGERS
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04-30-18 |
Dodgers v. Diamondbacks -132 |
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5-8 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 44 m |
Show
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Taking ARIZONA. Now. Really not a fan of backing a team coming back home after an east coast road trip. But I can't overlook how bad LA had been. Dodgers really struggling. Proof is in the pudding people. 12-15 on the year. Just lost to the Giants, and sitting 7 back of the 19-8 NL West leading DBacks. Greinke has been solid in his 2 home starts. LA 1-6 last 7 trips to Arizona. 4* Money Maker ARIZONA D-BACKS
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04-30-18 |
Yankees v. Astros -148 |
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1-2 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 18 m |
Show
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Taking the ASTROS. Was thinking about the +135 Run Line here. But will lay it. This is getting to the most I will lay on a MLB fave. Sometimes I just pass. Other times, a RL. But I can't get behind Gray for the Yanks. More cloudy than Sonny from the guy. Now. I did have Angels RL last night. Thought they would get to CC. NYY now at what, 9 in a row! - Off the Sunday night game -Travel to Texas, to face the World Series Champs. No lack of motivation for the visitors. But what about the home team out to show they are still the top dogs of the AL. Laying the heavy wood. 4* Money Maker HOUSTON ASTROS
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04-30-18 |
Pirates +105 v. Nationals |
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2-3 |
Loss |
-100 |
7 h 20 m |
Show
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Taking the PIRATES. What a run by these guys. 11-4. Dropped a bunch. Now 5 straight. Hurt me as we had STL last series. But I will ride the win streak tonight. Nats just not playing good. I wish we would be getting more back on the dog. But I guess the books have caught on that 12-16 and 3-7 last 10 isn't a winning record. How about Washington 4-9 at home to boot. Give me Pitt. 4* Money Maker PITTSBURGH PIRATES
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04-29-18 |
Braves +115 v. Phillies |
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10-1 |
Win
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115 |
2 h 29 m |
Show
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Taking the BRAVES. Now we always hear, especially come NFL Playoffs - Tough to beat a good team 3 times. Well. In this case, we have McCarthy/ Velasquez 3 and we aren't even out of April. McCarthy the clear winner so far vs Philly. 2-0 2.53 10.2 innings 11 hits, 3 ERs 11Ks 5 walks. Velasquez 0-2 7.27 ERA 10 runs allowed 7 ERs 16 hits in 8.2 innings. He was blitzed in that opening series for 7 runs in 2+ innings of work. We know that McCarthy will get us to the 6th in good shape. He has in all 5 starts this year. Not sure what to expect from Vince though. Braves look like they have his number. Braves 5-1 last 6 games facing Velasquez. 4* Money Maker ATLANTA BRAVES
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04-29-18 |
Mariners +105 v. Indians |
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10-4 |
Win
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105 |
2 h 57 m |
Show
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Taking the MARINERS. Not a lot value on the line as we are barely dogs here. But have to fade Tomlin. Guy is clearly struggling this year. 8 HRs allowed in 12+ innings of work. Yikes. He has 4 games, 3 starts under his belt. The lone inning of relief he gave up an unearned run on 3 hits and a walk. So it isn't like his ERA of 9.74 was based on a skewed relief appearance. 4* Money Maker SEATTLE MARINERS
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04-29-18 |
Rockies v. Marlins +104 |
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0-3 |
Win
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104 |
2 h 48 m |
Show
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Taking the MARLINS. Had the Rockies in Game 1 of the series. But have to say. This line is a bit fishy no? Bettis with a 2.40 ERA in 5 starts. But he has only gotten out of the 5th innings twice. So maybe a bit of regression coming. Caleb Smith with an ERA near 6. The Yanks did a number on him for 5 runs in 2+ innings. He also gave up 3 in 3 to the Phillies on the road. He has struck out 15 in 10.1 innings in his 2 home starts and has 32Ks in 21+ innings of work. I'm calling upset, albeit a small one based on this number. 4* Money Maker MIAMI MARLINS
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04-28-18 |
Cardinals -119 v. Pirates |
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2-6 |
Loss |
-119 |
10 h 49 m |
Show
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Taking STL, again. What a brutal loss last night on the Cards. But I am still not a believer in the Pirates. Again, short price like this I will grab the road favorite. 4* Money Maker STL CARDINALS
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04-28-18 |
Diamondbacks -122 v. Nationals |
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4-3 |
Win
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100 |
7 h 54 m |
Show
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Taking ARIZONA. Cashed the Diamondbacks last night (though lost the under) and will come right back again on the road team. Edge on the hill with Corbin. Guy has been great so far 1.89 ERA .66 WHIP - 16 hits allowed in 33 innings, 48Ks to just 6 walks. A .140 BAA . How can we not take him against Hell-Boy. I have tried numerous times with painful results backing Hellickson over the years. He is a back-end guy. Last year gave up 35HRs. At this price, it might be too good to be true. But we are in the road faves. 4* Money Maker ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
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04-27-18 |
Rockies -126 v. Marlins |
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1-0 |
Win
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100 |
6 h 40 m |
Show
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Taking the ROCKIES. Again, like STL, laying a short road fave. I have lost a couple times backing Urena. Guy just has not figured it out this month. 4 of his 5 games he hasn't gotten to the 6th inning. 4* Money Maker COLORADO ROCKIES
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04-27-18 |
Cardinals -125 v. Pirates |
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5-6 |
Loss |
-125 |
6 h 39 m |
Show
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Taking the CARDS. Almost want to go +135 on the RL. Think we will see the real Pirates showing their faces as we close out April. This is not going to be a good team. STL on the other hand, always a contender. Sign me up on Mikolas - Kid has a 1.00 WHIP on the year, 20Ks and just 2 walks. Brault, well 15Ks to 12 walks. Extra runners will always hurt you. 4* Money Maker STL CARDINALS
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04-27-18 |
Diamondbacks +147 v. Nationals |
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5-4 |
Win
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147 |
5 h 15 m |
Show
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Taking ARIZONA here. Like Godley. Really off to a nice start. Will be on the Under 7 tonight also. Nats back after a week on the west coast. I like to fade a team first game back, especially laying a decent size number. Strasburg looks good also out of the gate. Just think we are getting a little extra value and will grab the dog. 4* Money Maker ARIZONA
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04-26-18 |
Rays v. Orioles -117 |
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9-5 |
Loss |
-117 |
9 h 41 m |
Show
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Taking the ORIOLES here. Nearly went +165 Run Line with Bundy tonight. But need to just stacking some W's on the bases. 53-60 (-471) on the year. Not going to sugar coat things. Not what I want early. But will grind with our dogs and run lines for the next 5 months. And we might be under .500 record wise, but we will be a Top 5 money maker with our MLB - So Bundy. Guy has been great out of the gate. A 1.11 WHIP. 1.42 ERA - 40 Strikeouts in 31.2 innings. Just 9 walks and 1 HR allowed. Looking like the 1st rounder he was selected as. I like Archer, but not on the road that often. And not here. 1-5 6 6.69 ERA at Camden Yards. 4* Money Maker BALTIMORE ORIOLES
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04-26-18 |
Mariners -103 v. Indians |
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5-4 |
Win
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100 |
8 h 52 m |
Show
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Taking the MARINERS. Like Paxton. Beat up in his last start. But his previous 3, 2.65 ERA and 24Ks in 17 innings. Clevinger off arguably his best game ever. Lost a little value on the M's as this line has come down. Will still back the road team though. 4* Money Maker SEATTLE MARINERS
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04-25-18 |
Padres +152 v. Rockies |
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2-5 |
Loss |
-100 |
5 h 9 m |
Show
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Taking the PADRES. Can't think of backing Gray here. Guy has been hammered his last few starts. 7-5-7 runs allowed his last 3 starts. After shutting out SD for 7 innings on 4 hits, the Padres batter him for 7 runs on 10 hits in 5 innings in his very next start. Now, off a 8-0, I expect SD to get back in the win column. 4* Money Maker SAN DIEGO PADRES
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04-24-18 |
Braves -117 v. Reds |
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7-9 |
Loss |
-117 |
9 h 32 m |
Show
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Taking the BRAVES. Lost here with these guys last night. But will back them again at this short price. What is there really to say. Reds have been brutal. Atlanta has actually beaten some teams. McCarthy with a 2.91 ERA and will get us to the 6th in good shape. I'll lay it on the road tonight. 4* Money Maker ATLANTA BRAVES
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04-24-18 |
Twins +130 v. Yankees |
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3-8 |
Loss |
-100 |
8 h 18 m |
Show
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Taking the TWINS, again. Lost last night here on Minny. But will back them with Berrios on the bump. Been trying to make money fading CC for the last year +. Will do it again Tuesday. Just 2 pitchers in different spots. Berrios, on upswing to be what CC was his entire career. A work-horse #1. 4* Money Maker MINNESOTA TWINS
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04-24-18 |
Cubs v. Indians -107 |
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10-3 |
Loss |
-107 |
8 h 52 m |
Show
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Taking the INDIANS. At this price, have to take the home team. Both clubs a bit of underachievers to say the least. But I like the Tribe better. 4* Money Maker CLEVELAND INDIANS
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04-23-18 |
Nationals v. Giants +103 |
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2-4 |
Win
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103 |
12 h 16 m |
Show
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Taking the GIANTS. I normally like to fade the teams coming out of the Sunday night ESPN game. We get a pair of top World Series contenders in the Nats and LAD last night. I will be on the Under later when posted in that Dodgers game, but right now, we will take San Fran. People must be thinking along the same lines as this number has dropped a bit. I have faded SF quite a few times already this year. But in this scheduling spot, i'll back them. 4* Money Maker SF GIANTS
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04-23-18 |
Twins +183 v. Yankees |
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1-14 |
Loss |
-100 |
9 h 16 m |
Show
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Taking the TWINS tonight. Will also be on the Over 9 in this game. Look. I know the Yanks have owned Minny for years. But I am tossing out those numbers. These are new teams, new players. Twins a young bunch. They come in like new kids on the block with something to prove. And really. How do you lay this with Tanaka. Guy is always a pitch away from his arm snapping. He was roughed up by Boston and Miami in his last 2 starts. At the Red Sox. I get. They were red hot coming out of the gate. Marlins. Eh. Maybe just a bad outing. Orioles tagged him in his other home start. So vs Miami and the O's, 10 runs 11.1 inning 14 hits. Twins can lob some bombs over the fence. I'll take a stab on the big road dogs. 4* Money Maker MINNESOTA TWINS
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04-23-18 |
Braves -125 v. Reds |
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4-10 |
Loss |
-125 |
9 h 58 m |
Show
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Taking the BRAVES. Had Folty on tap for yesterday, but was washed out. Back on him against the Reds. Cincy a bad team. I have said already this Atlanta team is a scrappy bunch. Back to Folty real fast though. 4 starts, 2 vs Nats, 2 vs Phils. Division foes who have seen him. And a pair of teams that are regarded as pretty good squads this year. Well, 1-1 2.54 ERA in those games shows me he can handle things. He couldn't go deep in those games (21.1 innings), but I contribute that to his 7-8Ks a game getting him to that magic 100 pitches - where starters turn into flowers or something. At this price, we will lay it with the small road faves. 4* Money Maker ATLANTA BRAVES
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04-22-18 |
Red Sox v. A's +130 |
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1-4 |
Win
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130 |
5 h 4 m |
Show
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Taking OAKLAND. Have cashed with these guys a few times already this year. Not high on Price. As I have said in the past, the Price is not right - Bad spot in my eyes for the Sox. First loss in weeks. No-hit. Traveling back home after a west coast swing. I'll roll the dice on the home dog. 4* Money Maker OAKLAND A's
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04-22-18 |
Pirates v. Phillies -140 |
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2-3 |
Win
|
100 |
3 h 37 m |
Show
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Taking the PHILLIES. Well, after that hot start, looks like Pitt is coming back to Earth. Regression was coming sometime for the Pirates. After their off-season, I had them pegged as an under play on team wins. Phillies will be a decent team this year. I'll lay this number even though I thought about a Run Line play. 4* Money Maker PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES
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04-21-18 |
Marlins +158 v. Brewers |
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5-6 |
Loss |
-100 |
8 h 9 m |
Show
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Taking the MARLINS. This is more a fade of Suter than anything else. Just don't like what I have seen. Miami is bad, but they Urena who I think, despite his horrible ERA, is a decent pitcher. I will take a shot with the nice dog here. 4* Money Maker MIAMI MARLINS
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04-21-18 |
Blue Jays +138 v. Yankees |
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1-9 |
Loss |
-100 |
13 h 47 m |
Show
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Taking the BLUE JAYS, again. Cashed as a nice dog last night, will grab them to start our day. Nothing to really say here. Jays a tough group. Wish Stroman has been pitching better, but we get what we get. He's been struggling, and that is putting it kindly. He had some shoulder discomfort to back in January that plagued him during Spring. I think his first 3 starts were almost like Spring Training games. I've backed him already this year. At this price, I have to grab him. I'll tell you this though. If he struggles through another 4 inning 4 earned run game, I will have to back off him as a dog, or if he is laying a hefty number, fade him. 4* Money Maker TORONTO BLUE JAYS
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04-20-18 |
Nationals v. Dodgers -135 |
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5-2 |
Loss |
-135 |
13 h 28 m |
Show
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Taking the DODGERS. So - We have the Nats (9-10) and LAD (8-9), two teams that people think could be in the World Series, not even .500. I get wanting to take Mad Max. Guy is a potential no-no to happen every time he takes the mound. But I am laying the number with Kershaw. When will see him this low at home? LAD 50-11 in his last 61 home starts. Dodgers a perfect 7-0 in Clayton's last 7 home starts vs Nats. 11-2 1.97 ERA for Kershaw vs Washington. Nationals on 6-13 L19 and 10-27 L37 trends in LA. 4* Money Maker LA DODGERS
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04-20-18 |
Cubs v. Rockies -109 |
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16-5 |
Loss |
-109 |
12 h 6 m |
Show
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Taking the ROCKIES. Not a fan of the Cubs. Lost taking STL yesterday though. Rockies have had their number though. 4-1 last 5. 18-8 last 26. Chicago hasn't been very good out of the gate sitting at 8-8. Rox a little better at 11-9. Think this team is just a tad better being at home. 4* Money Maker COLORADO ROCKIES
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04-20-18 |
Blue Jays +175 v. Yankees |
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8-5 |
Win
|
175 |
10 h 17 m |
Show
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Taking the BLUE JAYS, again. Couldn't push a run across with bases loaded and nobody out. Ugh. Tough loss. But getting this number - I'm in. I like Gray. Think it was a nice deal to bring him to the Bronx. But not nice enough to back him laying -190. Especially with what has been an up and down bullpen so far. Plus, just 2 regulars hitting over .262. Toronto 6-0 in Estrada's last 6 starts in New York. 4* Money Maker TORONTO BLUE JAYS
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04-19-18 |
Blue Jays +143 v. Yankees |
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3-4 |
Loss |
-100 |
9 h 48 m |
Show
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Taking the BLUE JAYS here. Why is CC laying this? I will be the first to say that I have faded this guy multiple times over the last couple years with mixed results. But he is off a brief DL stint. Jays faced him already this year. Sanchez looks like he is shaping into 2016 form. Toronto 9-3 last 12 facing CC. 4* Money Maker TORONTO BLUE JAYS
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04-19-18 |
Cardinals +101 v. Cubs |
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5-8 |
Loss |
-100 |
5 h 40 m |
Show
|
Taking the CARDS here. Would have been on them yesterday, but that game was called before 9am! Might be on the under also whenever they post it. I am not a Lester backer. I would prefer to be getting a little more plus money back. But I think this line is what is as people realize the Cubs aren't playing that good right now. 4* Money Maker STL CARDINALS
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04-18-18 |
Phillies v. Braves -106 |
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3-7 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 11 m |
Show
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Taking the BRAVES. I know that Philly is the 'it' team of the season. But let's not sell Atlanta short. This team can hit. They are a good little club. I think they will surprise some people. Nearly went RL. Think we have edge on the bump also with McCarthy. 4* Money Maker ATLANTA BRAVES
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04-18-18 |
White Sox +190 v. A's |
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11-12 |
Loss |
-100 |
5 h 15 m |
Show
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Taking the WHITE SOX. Well. Yesterday we went Twins big dog and it lost. Guess we should have went bigger dog and grabbed the Marlins. Today, Chicago. I have said before several times this early season how I like both of these teams to go over their win totals. Now, I don't like backing teams on 3 or more losing streaks. But getting nearly 2-1, I have to grab the road team. A's are still the A's. We have though seen them outscore CWS 18-3 so far. I think Chicago battles back and avoids the sweep. Will be using the Over here on the free pick video. 4* Money Maker CHICAGO WHITE SOX
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04-18-18 |
Orioles -121 v. Tigers |
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5-6 |
Loss |
-121 |
3 h 57 m |
Show
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Taking the ORIOLES. Think the Baltimore bats get to Boyd this afternoon. Yeah, the guy has given up a run in each of his first 2 starts spanning 13 innings. Wins over KC, and a ND against the Indians. And we have seen how that Cleveland line up has struggled. Think the lineups favor BLT. 4* Money Maker BALTIMORE ORIOLES
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04-17-18 |
Giants v. Diamondbacks -126 |
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0-1 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 1 m |
Show
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Taking ARIZONA. Still not loving the Giants. Cueto first start off DL, and on the road. Corbin has been sharp out of the gate. A .93 WHIP in 3 starts, 29 Ks in 18 innings, just 4 walks. Lay it. 4* Money Maker ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
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04-17-18 |
Nationals -113 v. Mets |
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5-2 |
Win
|
100 |
9 h 43 m |
Show
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Taking the NATS here. Man. I lost a bit of change last year waiting on a Gio regression that never came. And he is out of the gate the same way, pitching great. How about GG is 10-1 1.69 ERA in 15 starts at Citi Field. Add in that bullpen collapse yesterday and we are on the road team. 4* Money Maker WASHINGTON NATIONALS
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04-17-18 |
Indians v. Twins +176 |
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6-1 |
Loss |
-100 |
9 h 36 m |
Show
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Taking the TWINS. Big dogs in Puerto Rico. Look. This is strictly what I think is a value play. Indians haven't been hitting all that well. Kluber has extra rest. As do both teams. Tribe off since Friday, Twins off since Thursday. Hello April Showers. Odorizzi hasn't been terrible. Yes, a 2.20 ERA in 16 innings allowing 12 hits. But 10 walks scares me a bit. Those will come back to bite him in the butt. 4* Money Maker MINNESOTA TWINS
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04-16-18 |
White Sox +130 v. A's |
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1-8 |
Loss |
-100 |
11 h 28 m |
Show
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Taking the WHITE SOX. Will be honest here, though about Oakland for a minute. Sox haven't played since Thursday. But being such a young team, I don't think it matters much. It isn't like June, and they are off a 3 days. April schedules are always quirky. I don't like Mengden. I have backed both of these teams already a few times this season. I think both will be overachievers. I just think we have a bit of edge with Lopez on the hill. Kid has been impressive so far. 13 innings, 4 hits, 1 earned. A .69 ERA and .85 WHIP. Back to Mengden. Home splits. 0-10, 6.45 ERA in 13 starts. 4* Money Maker CHICAGO WHITE SOX
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04-16-18 |
Reds +120 v. Brewers |
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10-4 |
Win
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120 |
9 h 15 m |
Show
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4* Money Maker CINCINNATI REDS
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04-15-18 |
Giants v. Padres -115 |
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1-10 |
Win
|
100 |
5 h 41 m |
Show
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Taking the PADRES. A total potato play by me on San Diego RL yesterday. This early I guess I should just concentrate on building any bankroll instead of getting fancy. That being said, back on the Padres. No fan of San Fran. You know this. We fade. 4* Money Maker SAN DIEGO PADRES
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04-15-18 |
Diamondbacks +197 v. Dodgers |
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2-7 |
Loss |
-100 |
5 h 38 m |
Show
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Taking ARIZONA. What is there not to like about Godley? 1 run in 7 vs LAD the first they got together. .64 ERA and WHIP, 12Ks and 1 walk in 14 innings. Huge dog yes. But with numbers like that, I have to take a shot. Kershaw is what he is. But this LA offense hasn't been piling up runs in his starts. Have to grab the D-Backs. 4* Money Maker ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
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04-15-18 |
Pirates v. Marlins +138 |
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7-3 |
Loss |
-100 |
2 h 44 m |
Show
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Taking the MARLINS here. Also on the over. Just think these guys have not been that bad. I think Pitt has played a bit over their heads after their off-season deals. Give me the home dogs. 4* Money Maker MIAMI MARLINS
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04-14-18 |
Angels v. Royals +157 |
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5-3 |
Loss |
-100 |
10 h 14 m |
Show
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Taking the ROYALS - Not that I like backing teams on 4 game losing streaks, but I think we have value today. Junis has been very sharp out of the gate. 7 innings in both starts, 4 hits. A streaking Angels team, 9-1 L10 and 12-3 on the year will be a tall task. But let's look at Richards in this spot. He's going 5 innings in his 3 starts. The walks are what I think helps our cause today. 12 of them in those 15 innings. 12 walks, 12 hits, 3 HRs allowed. Getting a big number like this, have to jump on KC even if they are a bad team. 4* Money Maker KC ROYALS
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04-13-18 |
Blue Jays +120 v. Indians |
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8-4 |
Win
|
120 |
7 h 32 m |
Show
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Taking the BLUE JAYS. Said the other day with Stroman over the Rangers I like this guy on the hill. Now we get him as a short dog vs an Indians team that has been struggling at the plate. Stroman also tough on lefties which the Tribe will probably have in 7 spots tonight. Clevinger has faced the Royals and Tigers so I will not be very heavily swayed by his impressive numbers. But I will also be on the UNDER tonight as I think both of these starters are solid. 4* Money Maker TORONTO BLUE JAYS
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04-13-18 |
Brewers +110 v. Mets |
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5-6 |
Loss |
-100 |
6 h 28 m |
Show
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Taking the BREWERS here. What is up with this line? Mets 10-1. Playing as good as anyone. Pitching has been solid. This is one of those - looks too good to be true -- in my eyes. I will grab the small dogs. Milwaukee a solid team worth the shot. Matz has what looks like good numbers. But seems to be throwing a lot of pitches in his first 2 starts. Bullpen arrives by the 5th, maybe 6th tonight. 4* Money Maker MILWAUKEE BREWERS
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04-12-18 |
Yankees -103 v. Red Sox |
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3-6 |
Loss |
-103 |
8 h 27 m |
Show
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Taking the YANKS. Like Gray more than Porcello. Like the bullpen better than the Sox. Just that simple. 4* Money Maker NY YANKEES
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04-11-18 |
Angels +102 v. Rangers |
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7-2 |
Win
|
102 |
9 h 14 m |
Show
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Taking the ANGELS. The fade train of Texas continues. Matt Moore. ERA of 11 at home in his 2 starts, 12 hits 7 walks in 7 innings of work. Guy had a 7 road ERA last year (SF 4.21) and hitters ripped him for .312 clip. I don't care who is on the hill for LAA. Edge Angels across the board. 4* Money Maker LAA ANGELS
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04-11-18 |
Diamondbacks -119 v. Giants |
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7-3 |
Win
|
100 |
5 h 50 m |
Show
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Taking ARIZONA. Lost a tough last night here as we jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead. But I will back Ray at this price. Giants, like the Rangers, are a team that I will be looking to go against early and often. Especially at short numbers like this. 4* Money Maker ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
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04-11-18 |
Braves +114 v. Nationals |
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5-3 |
Win
|
114 |
2 h 57 m |
Show
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4* Money Maker ATLANTA BRAVES
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04-10-18 |
Diamondbacks +103 v. Giants |
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4-5 |
Loss |
-100 |
13 h 2 m |
Show
|
Taking ARIZONA. Will come back again on the DBacks. Like Corbin. Guy looks real sharp out of the gate to start the season. And again. How many times are we going to write about the Giants not being a good team. Probably about as many times as we are going to say the Rangers are a bad team. 4* Money Maker ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
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04-10-18 |
Mariners v. Royals +106 |
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8-3 |
Loss |
-100 |
11 h 45 m |
Show
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Taking the ROYALS. Have to fade King Felix. Guy was brutal getting hammered at SF. I had been down on him for a couple years as I have looked to fade him. KC broke out last night - and we had them on the RL +200. That will carry over against an average, at best, Hernandez. 4* Money Maker KC ROYALS
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04-10-18 |
Angels -135 v. Rangers |
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11-1 |
Win
|
100 |
11 h 32 m |
Show
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Taking the ANGELS. Have to continue our fade of the Rangers. This is a bad team. Angels lineup looking good right now. No fan of Perez. Skaggs, 2 starts 2 earned allowed for a 1.64 ERA, 8 hits in those 11 innings. We are approaching my peak road fave numbers in the 135-145 range. But I'll pull the trigger here. 4* Money Maker LAA ANGELS
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04-10-18 |
Blue Jays -117 v. Orioles |
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2-1 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 6 m |
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Taking the BLUE JAYS. Yes, again - I like Sanchez. Think he is a solid arm. But I'll tell you this. I think this is a tricky line. Looks a bit low to me. But not worth taking +110 on Cashner and the Orioles. If Baltimore was getting anymore offense other than Machado, I might be more inclined to grab the home dogs. Cashner does have a 2.77 ERA in 2 starts at Toronto. Jays just playing really well and as a short fave, I'm in. Also liking the Under in this game. 4* Money Maker TORONTO BLUE JAYS
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04-09-18 |
Diamondbacks -115 v. Giants |
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2-1 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 5 m |
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Taking the DIAMONDBACKS. What am I missing here? SF is 4-4. They are off a pair of extra games vs the hated Dodgers. I'm not having huge faith backing Derek Holland. Give me Godley at this price in a 'no-brainer' type situation. I will say that I think that he takes a big step forward this year. So I am a bit biased in my opinion on him. But if him out-dueling Kershaw in his first start is any indication, he should have a strong season. 4* Money Maker ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
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04-09-18 |
Blue Jays +102 v. Orioles |
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7-1 |
Win
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102 |
8 h 17 m |
Show
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Taking the BLUE JAYS. Again. Yes. And why not. Playing well. We have Happ on the bump. Orioles off a blistering series vs NYY abusing their bullpen for extra innings. Plus. Time to fade Bundy. 4* Money Maker TORONTO BLUE JAYS
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04-09-18 |
Reds +118 v. Phillies |
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5-6 |
Loss |
-100 |
8 h 14 m |
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Taking the REDS. Fading Philly. Wish I moved on this last night as the number has dropped. Maybe Kapler is in over his head. A week into the season, guy is having a rough go. Reds haven't done much of anything. But I still think their is value as Philly is getting a bit of extra money added to them based on their bats last year. 4* Money Maker CINCINNATI REDS
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04-09-18 |
Brewers +129 v. Cardinals |
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5-4 |
Win
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129 |
8 h 10 m |
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Taking the BREWERS. Just think we have some extra value here. These two pitchers are facing the same bats as last week. Obviously, looking for improved results from Chacin. Mikolas gave up 3HRs in an 8-4 win while Chacin was on the end of a CMart going into the 9th striking out 10 (4 hits) in a 6-0 shutout. 4* Money Maker MILWAUKEE BREWERS
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04-09-18 |
Rays v. White Sox +122 |
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5-4 |
Loss |
-100 |
3 h 24 m |
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Taking the WHITE SOX. Can't back Tampa in any spot, even if they have the better starter in Archer on the hill. Rays have now lost 8 straight. Also will be looking at the under here. 4* Money Maker CHICAGO WHITE SOX
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04-08-18 |
Braves v. Rockies -135 |
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4-0 |
Loss |
-135 |
3 h 11 m |
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Taking the ROCKIES. Almost went +130 RL - Think Colorado has the edge here. Newcomb didn't look good out of the gate. Try not to weigh that heavily on 1 start and he wasn't bad in an August start here at Coors (6 innings 3 Earned (all solo HRs), 8Ks and 4BBs 5 hits . Might have avoided something a lot worse with those HRs and Walks. The free pass has plagued him. I think that comes back to haunt him this afternoon. Rox lineup too good not to take advantage. 4* Money Maker COLORADO ROCKIES
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04-08-18 |
Blue Jays -111 v. Rangers |
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7-4 |
Win
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100 |
3 h 13 m |
Show
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Taking the BLUE JAYS, again. Man. Guess I am not the only one looking to run away from Texas. Hamels goes from small fave to small dog. Garcia induced 16 worm killers in his first start of the season. Will look to continue that against the Rangers this afternoon. 4* Money Maker TORONTO BLUE JAYS
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04-07-18 |
A's -103 v. Angels |
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7-3 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 31 m |
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Taking OAKLAND. Had the over last night here and though about coming back on that today. Maybe a little lean there. But give me Triggs. I told you how I feel about this A' team. Wish I put this out last night where LAA opened at -130. Now we are at a pick. 4* Money Maker OAKLAND A's
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04-07-18 |
Blue Jays -115 v. Rangers |
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1-5 |
Loss |
-115 |
8 h 11 m |
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Taking the BLUE JAYS, again. Yep. Cashed these guys last night. Will look to do it again. Not really loving the line moving against us. Opened at -130. But I will take Stroman over Minor. Storman off his pitch count, so I think he goes 7 here. Mike Minor making his 2nd regular season start since 2014. 65 games of relief last year. Made it into the 5th vs the Astros in his first start. But do we really love the Rangers bullpen if he leaves with a lead? I think the Rangers will be a bad club. And the Jays are just better, especially laying a more than reasonable number. 4* Money Maker TEXAS RANGERS
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04-06-18 |
Blue Jays -120 v. Rangers |
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8-5 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 10 m |
Show
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Taking the JAYS. You know we have been fading away on Texas. Not yesterday though, as they scored a get-away win in Oakland. Toronto off. Rested 'pens help any time of year. Come on. Matt Moore. Just another to make money going against this year. I think this staff is brutal. 4* Money Maker TORONTO BLUE JAYS
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04-05-18 |
Reds +128 v. Pirates |
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2-5 |
Loss |
-100 |
9 h 4 m |
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Taking the REDS. Uh. I like Cincy. I think they they have some offense here. Bailey gave up 1 run to the Nats opening day so we have that on our side here in early in the season. But this is really to fade Brault. He was a bullpen who was stretched out in the Spring. He isn't going deep. Reds chomping at the bit after a couple postponements. 4* Money Maker CINCINNATI REDS
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04-04-18 |
Rays +220 v. Yankees |
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2-7 |
Loss |
-100 |
12 h 46 m |
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Taking the RAYS. Gladly take 2-1 odds this afternoon. I like Snell. Was sharp in his start vs the Red Sox. He has 2.54 career ERA in 22 road starts. Guy will keep us in the game. And getting huge odds, that is all we ask. Sevie and the Yanks are what they are. But Stanton, Gardy and Sanchez are still struggling at the dish. Judge hasn't hit a HR yet. The bullpen has given up 14 runs in 5 games. Big doggy early. 4* Money Maker TB RAYS
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04-03-18 |
Rangers v. A's -133 |
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4-1 |
Loss |
-133 |
12 h 0 m |
Show
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Taking OAKLAND, again. The fade of Texas continues. Nothing else to say. Hamels hasn't been the same pitcher in a few years. This A's team is tough. I have said it before. Just look over the lineup. They are not terrible. Good value to be found. Rangers 1-10 last 11 games in Oakland. 4* Money Maker OAKLAND A's
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04-03-18 |
Indians v. Angels -132 |
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2-13 |
Win
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100 |
12 h 53 m |
Show
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Taking the ANGELS. I know, I know. Tough to buck the numbers of Cleveland winning 5 straight. How about 23-8 last 31. But for me, this is about the line move. I also like to back a team that has been shutout, especially a team that has a some decent bats. We will lay the number tonight. 4* Money Maker LAA ANGELS
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04-03-18 |
Royals +105 v. Tigers |
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1-0 |
Win
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105 |
4 h 50 m |
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Taking the ROYALS. Junis had a solid rookie year going 9-3 4.30 ERA. He is also coming off a very strong Spring. A .176 BA Against, .70 WHIP in 4 starts and a 1.88 ERA - 20 strikeouts and just 1 walk in 14 innings of work. Now, I don't expect much from either club in the long run this season. Tigers have the bigger 'name' bats. But they are a little long in the tooth to feel comfortable this afternoon. Then we have Boyd pitching for Detroit. 2-4. 7.91 ERA in 9 career starts vs KC. 4* Money Maker KC ROYALS
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04-02-18 |
Rangers v. A's -140 |
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1-3 |
Win
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100 |
12 h 0 m |
Show
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Taking OAKLAND. Thought about going RL for +140 also. I will be fading Texas most of the year. I will be fading Texas very often when Big Sexy takes the hill. Colon still pitching! We had the A's vs the Angels in Game 1. This is a tough squad, especially at home. Oakland 8-2 last 10 vs the Rangers, winning 8 straight here at home in the series. 4* Money Maker OAKLAND A's
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04-02-18 |
Cardinals v. Brewers -113 |
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8-4 |
Loss |
-113 |
4 h 13 m |
Show
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Taking BREWERS here. Have to grab them with the short number. Playing well. Should be excited here. Big hopes for the Brew Crew this season. Milwaukee is 4-0 last 4 Davies start vs the Cards. 4* Money Maker MILWAUKEE BREWERS
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04-02-18 |
Twins +119 v. Pirates |
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4-5 |
Loss |
-100 |
3 h 15 m |
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Taking the TWINS. Pitt off a double dip. Twins coming to an NL park. But, they do have Lance Lynn. A former STL pitcher. He probably has a good notebook of scouting on his former division rivals. Yeah. He was signed late and probably won't go deep. But Minny off a nice SHO and the bullpen is fresh. 4* Money Maker MINNESOTA TWINS
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04-01-18 |
Astros -145 v. Rangers |
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8-2 |
Win
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100 |
16 h 9 m |
Show
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Taking the ASTROS here. Uh. This is nearly as high as I go with my MLB faves. Rarely you will something to -150/160. Was thinking RL -105 but feel strong about Cole. Guy was a top ace in the NL. I know the AL has hitters park and extra batters. Texas has a couple guys who a bit of power. I just feel that he is superior pitcher to Mike Minor. If this somehow becomes a wild 5-5 game in the 3rd, I have zero confidence in the Texas bullpen to slow the wave of runs. Houston has some reliable arms to put out a fire. 4* Money Maker HOUSTON ASTROS
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04-01-18 |
Yankees -109 v. Blue Jays |
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4-7 |
Loss |
-109 |
14 h 27 m |
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Taking the YANKEES here. Had the Jays yesterday, but will back off them in this spot. Now. With a 100% Stroman, I probably lean Toronto at this price. But, nursing a shoulder injury. Limited innings in Spring. Pitch count about 80-85. Have to back the Bombers. I like Sonny Gray. Guy is a solid arm. 2 or fewer runs allowed in 18 of his 27 starts last year. Only allowed more than 3 earned runs 6 times last season. Yanks still with the bullpen edge. And we won't have to worry about a Betances sighting either. Robertson, Chad Green and Chapman should be able to get the job done for us after a strong Sonny start. 4* Money Maker NY YANKEES
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03-31-18 |
Brewers v. Padres +110 |
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7-3 |
Loss |
-100 |
10 h 22 m |
Show
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Taking the PADRES. Like this kid Perdomo. Throws a lot of ground balls. SD has an improved defense behind him. They blew it late last night as Ryan Braun connected on his first hit of the season. I think the Brewers will be a good team, but I am backing the small home dogs tonight. 4* Money Maker SAN DIEGO PADRES
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03-31-18 |
White Sox -105 v. Royals |
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4-3 |
Win
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100 |
10 h 36 m |
Show
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Taking the WHITE SOX. Had these guys Opening Day, and will grab them again. KC is in for a long year. They send out Ian Kennedy who was 1-8 with an ERA over 6 at home. Giolito had a nice 7 game debut with the Sox last year. Obviously looking to build on that as he excellent during the Spring posting a .85 WHIP .169 BAA and 2.02 ERA striking out 17 in 17 innings (4 walks). Confidence is high after spotting KC a 4-0 lead and winning 14-7. 4* Money Maker CHICAGO WHITE SOX
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03-31-18 |
Yankees v. Blue Jays +100 |
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3-5 |
Win
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100 |
6 h 50 m |
Show
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Taking the BLUE JAYS. Had Toronto against Sevie, will take them vs CC. This is just a fade of CC. I think last year was a fluke. Guy is at the end of his career. And it was a very good one to say the least. But I think the Jays break out on offense vs the big guy this afternoon. 4* Money Maker TORONTO BLUE JAYS
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03-31-18 |
Nationals v. Reds +155 |
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13-7 |
Loss |
-100 |
16 h 8 m |
Show
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Taking the REDS here. Easy to think Nats. I won't ever lay heavy numbers on the road, so I can see where a RL on Washington might be enticing. But as bad as the Reds are expected to be, they still can hit the ball a bit. Now, losing 2-0 to Scherzer isn't bad. I am more impressed that they allowed just 2 runs. They scraped together 7 hits yesterday. Strasburgh has a pedestrian 4.40 ERA in 8 starts vs Cincy. A 4.50 in 2 starts last year. Luis Castillo was pretty impressive as a rookie last year. A 3.12 ERA in 15 starts (3-7 record) with a 1.07 WHIP and .202 BA against. He gave up 5 runs in 11 innings while striking out 11 in his 2 starts vs Nats last year. Worth a shot at this price. 4* Money Maker CINCINNATI REDS
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03-31-18 |
Cardinals +116 v. Mets |
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2-6 |
Loss |
-100 |
3 h 14 m |
Show
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Taking the CARDINALS here. So DeGrom had some back issues this Spring. Hello! This is the Mets. Their medical staff is like the Keystone Cops. I am not going to list the litany of misdiagnosis on this franchise recent past. DeGrom also off career highs in innings (strikeouts + starts too) so interested to see how he holds up season long. Cards off that ugly Opening Day loss. CMart walked 6, 9 total in the game. 2 Wild Pitches. An Error. Just a bad game in every aspect. STL is better than that. Small dog worth the play. 4* Money Maker STL CARDINALS
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03-30-18 |
Giants +150 v. Dodgers |
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1-0 |
Win
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150 |
10 h 38 m |
Show
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Taking the GIANTS. They stole won against the best last night. What stands out is the lack of offense from LAD. Cueto has strong early season numbers. Giants, down their ace, might have a little pep in their step tonight. Unlike some teams on day 2. These guys are looking to rally around something. People counting them out down Mad-Bum. Wood has a career ERA over 5 vs San Fran. Cueto counters with a 2.67 number here at Chavez Revine. 4* Money Maker SF GIANTS
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03-30-18 |
Phillies -103 v. Braves |
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5-4 |
Win
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100 |
7 h 12 m |
Show
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Taking the PHILLIES. Oh. Hot seat time out of the bat for new Philly HC. Taking out your starter after 68 pitches? I think the Phils are better. At this price, I am willing to think they bounce back after a tough loss. It's day 2. If this was some huge September game I would think that it would be a deflating game to bounce back from. 4* Money Maker PHILADELPHIA PHILLES
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03-30-18 |
Red Sox v. Rays +130 |
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1-0 |
Loss |
-100 |
7 h 54 m |
Show
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Taking the RAYS here. Nice rally yesterday against the bullpen for Tampa. In this spot, I think Price and Snell are pretty equal pitchers. Snell might be a bit underrated in the eyes of many. Not a big name like Price. Will side with the Rays as the Price is right on the home dogs. 4* Money Maker TAMPA BAY RAYS
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03-30-18 |
Cubs v. Marlins +190 |
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1-2 |
Win
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190 |
7 h 50 m |
Show
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Taking the MARLINS. Thought about grabbing these guys yesterday. Lester is someone I will look to fade if we are getting a nice price. Yeah, Cubbies can hit. Not going to deny that. But Hendricks is another arm that I will look to go against sometimes. He just doesn't have that 'wow' stuff. Margin of error for me, getting nearly 2-1, worth a shot on the dogs. Caleb Smith is a youngster. I have see very good teams struggle facing new starters. He had a nice season at Triple A last year with 102KS in 100 innings and a 2.39 ERA. 4* Money Maker MIAMI MARLINS
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03-29-18 |
Rockies +101 v. Diamondbacks |
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2-8 |
Loss |
-100 |
12 h 21 m |
Show
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Taking the ROCKIES. Like the signings for the bullpen. This is a pretty good team. As always, like most teams. It is about starting pitching. We get a pair of early MVP guys in Arenado and Goldy in the new 'humidor' park in Arizona. Should be interesting to see how that plays out this year. Look. The Arizona lineup has a glaring whole where JD was. A lot to ask replace that kind of production. And unlike the Rox, the Dback bullpen is a little less secure. A lot trends point to Corbin and Arizona. But the line is telling me that Colorado is the play tonight. 4* Money Maker COLORADO ROCKIES
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03-29-18 |
White Sox +142 v. Royals |
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14-7 |
Win
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142 |
20 h 31 m |
Show
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Taking the WHITE SOX. First write up of the year in MLB! Look. Like these guys. Posted them on the site way back at the end of February to go over their 68.5, and I don't think KC will get to far past their 71. Now, both teams had good Springs. I really don't worry about bad Spring ERAs. Shields was over 6, Duffy over 8. What stands out for me is that Duffy also had 9 walks and 4 HRs in his starts. Both teams in rebuild, but Sox already with a year under their belts and the players ready to move into to the next step. KC lost Hosmer and Cain in the off-season, and now Perez to an injury. Nice dog here for us to start the season. 4* Money Maker CHICAGO WHITE SOX
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03-29-18 |
Angels v. A's +120 |
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5-6 |
Win
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120 |
18 h 30 m |
Show
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Taking OAKLAND. Everyone down on these guys and loving the Halos. I get it. Trout. The new guy who is suppose to pitch and hit like Ruth. They got Upton back. Cozart and Kinsler. But this is about Richards. 12 starts the last 2 years. 12.2 innings in Spring. Hasn't pitched since the 12th. A's gritty. This team has some pop. I think they sneak up on people and it starts Opening Day. 4* Money Maker OAKLAND As
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03-29-18 |
Yankees v. Blue Jays +138 |
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6-1 |
Loss |
-100 |
18 h 40 m |
Show
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Taking the BLUE JAYS. I know the Yanks have a couple guys in the lineup who are suppose to hit about 100 HRs this season. This is one game. Happ looked pretty good in the Spring. The old veteran needed to be sharp after a poor 2017. That was a team wide bad for Toronto. Though Happ did beat the Yanks twice last year allowing 2 runs in nearly 12 innings of work. Sevie was 0-1 allow 7 runs in his 2 starts vs the Jays. Jays have some bats. I know Sevie is off a break-out season. At this price, Jays worth it. They are 14-5 last 19 here vs NYY and Happ has won 8 of his last 9 starts vs New York including 4 of 5 here at home. 4* Money Maker TORONTO BLUE JAYS
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03-29-18 |
Twins +114 v. Orioles |
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2-3 |
Loss |
-100 |
18 h 41 m |
Show
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Taking the TWINS this afternoon. So we have mixed Springs from the pitchers. A pretty good one from Jake. A not so pretty one from Dylan. But Bundy's improved after his miserable 3 starts. That being said, Minny a trendy pick this year. What a breakout last year that nobody saw coming. We aren't laying anything. Taking back a little plus money. I know the O's can hit. But I think their bullpen, once their strength, is missing Britton. The starters had a league worse ERA last season (5.70). Give me the small puppy. 4* Money Maker MINNESOTA TWINS
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10-31-17 |
Astros +108 v. Dodgers |
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1-3 |
Loss |
-100 |
11 h 52 m |
Show
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Taking the ASTROS tonight. Can't back Hill. Just trying to figure out why he Hill hasn't gone more than 5 innings or 80 pitches this post-season. Were they saving him so he can go 8+ tonight? Verlander. What a run. 4-0 2 ERA so far this postseason. 9-0 1.53 ERA since coming to Houston. 4* Money Maker HOUSTON ASTROS
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10-28-17 |
Dodgers +124 v. Astros |
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6-2 |
Win
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124 |
11 h 54 m |
Show
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4* Money Maker LA DODGERS
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10-27-17 |
Dodgers +124 v. Astros |
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3-5 |
Loss |
-100 |
19 h 22 m |
Show
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Taking the DODGERS tonight. Even after the Houston bats pounced on our LAD bullpen, I think we still hold the edge in that scope of the game. And the fact that LA had been absolutely flawless through the playoffs gives me reason to have faith in that belief. Yu Darvish is no stranger to the Astros, Texas, or Minute Maid Park. 4-1 2.61 ERA in 6 career games here with a .74 WHIP helps our cause tonight. So enter McCullers for Houston. 3 games, 2 starts. Against the Sox, 2 earned in 3 innings getting lifted after allowing 3 hits and 2 walks. Pitched a gem against the Yanks, and continued it in 4 innings of relief. But as good as that was, I still have my doubts. He had a 2.69 ERA end of June. End of the regular season it was 4.25. I guess you have to hit the DL for a month when you post an ERA approaching 10 in July in 4 starts. I guess he improved to an ERA near 7 in his 3 September starts. So maybe he is back in his May form that saw him give up 4 runs in 6 starts spanning 36+ innings for a .99 ERA. Darvish had a 2.49 ERA in 10 away games for Texas and a 2.30 ERA in 5 away games for LA. I know everyone was waiting for the Astro bats to come alive. But LA has a couple decent bats themselves. Have to grab LA as a dog here based on the value of the team and their starter tonight. 4* Money Maker LA DODGERS
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10-24-17 |
Astros v. Dodgers -165 |
Top |
1-3 |
Win
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100 |
24 h 34 m |
Show
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Taking the DODGERS. Would have liked to put this out when it was a bit cheaper. And this is really top end of where I want to be with any MLB fave. I will probably sprinkle some +135 RL on this also. Look. We all know about how Kershaw has poor postseason numbers. I will say, 5 HRs is a bit concerning this playoff run. But on the whole, HRs are up across the board in MLB and even the best pitchers have been serving up long bombs. Google a great article on Randy Johnson/ Kershaw postseason from Sporting News. He has had really 2 bad games in his 21 post season games. 15 earned in 2 starts. 4 inning 7 earned vs Cards in 2013. And 8 earned in 6.2 innings vs Cards in 2014 vs the Cards again. - So on to this series. As much as I like Keuchel, the guy is a different pitcher away from home. It is just that simple. 3.53 ERA road this year (2.26 home) -5.42 last year (3.60) - 3.77 in 2015 (1.46) - 3.04 in 2014 (2.79) . In 2013 he had 10 relieve appearances with his starts. But in 2012 his rookie year, 11.10 road ERA in 6 starts, and again 2.95 at home in 10 starts. Not saying he is getting shelled for 5 in 3 innings. But I think LAD can get some runs. And the clear edge of the Dodgers in the bullpen will probably be the difference maker in this series. 5* Best Bet LA DODGERS
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10-20-17 |
Yankees +124 v. Astros |
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1-7 |
Loss |
-100 |
37 h 1 m |
Show
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Taking the YANKEES today. No way the Astros lose 4 straight after 100+ win year right? No way Houston drops 4 straight, at home no-less. With Verlander? The guy has been awesome since the trade. Well. I will take a shot with Sevie as a small dog. Yanks again, like our last win on them, playing with house money. The noose is tight for Houston. No hitting at all. Batting .147 this series. Outscored 21-9. Yanks knock off another 100 win club en rout to the World Series. 4* Money Maker NY YANKEES
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10-19-17 |
Dodgers -155 v. Cubs |
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11-1 |
Win
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100 |
11 h 33 m |
Show
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Taking the DODGERS here. Lost last night with LA, but will lay it today with Kershaw. I don't think I have laid this much on a fave all year in MLB action. This Cubs team just has not been hitting the ball this series. One regular, Almora, hitting better than .214 this postseason. BETTER THAN 214! As a team, .163 vs the Dodgers this series. Almora again, heads and shoulders above his teammates facing LAD as he is hitting .250, next best, .222. I like Quintana, and getting the defending champs at this price as a dog is tempting. I just don't think you 'flip the switch' vs a guy like Kershaw, even with his poor post-season numbers. 4* Money Maker LA DODGERS
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10-18-17 |
Dodgers +106 v. Cubs |
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2-3 |
Loss |
-100 |
10 h 6 m |
Show
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Taking the DODGERS here. How can we not take these guys again. Cashed last night and scored with the miracle under. That being said, put a fork in the Cubbies. Maddon has no answers in the bullpen. Sticks with guys too long. Doesn't go to others. Arrieta probably in his last Cubs game barring a miracle. Not the same pitcher. Simply put. How can you list the Dodgers as a dog right now? They can wrap this up and have a nice rest for World Series play. 4* Money Maker LA DODGERS
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10-18-17 |
Astros v. Yankees +104 |
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0-5 |
Win
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104 |
7 h 31 m |
Show
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Taking the YANKEES today. Had these guys RL yesterday. Will back Tanaka this afternoon. Bad manager move by the 'Stros yesterday opens the door for a big NY comeback. That is a tough loss. Big mental hurdle for Houston. I am putting aside Keuchel's great postseason numbers, including his Wild-Card here a couple years ago when we cashed on the visitors. Road splits in our favor as Keuchel a pedestrian 3.53 ERA in 12 road starts (8-2). Tanaka's post season numbers not bad either (2.00 ERA in 3 starts .89 WHIP) and we have nice decent numbers this season. 3.22 ERA in 15 starts (9-5). He has been dealing his last 3 including 0 runs in 7 his last regular season start, and 1.38 ERA in his 2 postseason starts .69 WHIP and .159 BAA. Fact is Houston not hitting at all right now. Yanks feeling good playing with house money. Pressure clearly mounting for the Astros. 4* Money Maker NY YANKEES
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10-17-17 |
Dodgers +106 v. Cubs |
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6-1 |
Win
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106 |
6 h 11 m |
Show
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4* Money Maker LA DODGERS
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10-16-17 |
Astros +122 v. Yankees |
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1-8 |
Loss |
-100 |
10 h 2 m |
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Taking the ASTROS tonight. So MLB faves are something like 19-4 this postseason. It is safe to say it has not been a great playoff run for us, although we did hit some RL games early last round. In this spot, I think the value is on Houston. I am in NJ. I like the Yanks. I have the 'local' flavor of how people perceive things. But when the locals and the talking heads agree that this is going to be a 'series' and the Yanks came back against 100+ win Indians team, well, I am against that line of thinking. First off. Tanaka and Sevie have better stuff than CC right now. I don't think he will be able to dance around this lineup. I think it is clear after the last 2 years that the Indians have a real problem closing out teams. This Astros team is built for right now. They are good. I can't take last series and apply it to this one. Yea, Yanks playing with house money. But honestly, I can see a sweep here depending how this game goes tonight. A really tough loss and I think that NYY is flat in Game 4. We might have a shot at some in-game betting to salvage this dog if things get ugly early. That being said though, I can see the Astros hitters getting through against CC tonight. 4* Money Maker HOUSTON ASTROS
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10-15-17 |
Cubs +141 v. Dodgers |
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4* Money Maker CHICAGO CUBS
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10-14-17 |
Cubs +187 v. Dodgers |
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4* Money Maker CHICAGO CUBS
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10-14-17 |
Yankees +123 v. Astros |
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4* Money Maker NY YANKEES
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