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09-12-20 | Cubs v. Brewers +119 | 4-2 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 19 m | Show | |
Chicago Cubs at Milwaukee 7:10 ET Brewers over Cubs- Man, I don't mind playing on Milwaukee hear having won withy them yesterday but I hate playing against Kyle Hendricks (5-4 3.41 ERA) as I know how difficult he is to hit when everything is working. Milwaukee starter Brett Anderson cant match Hendricks class (2-3, 4.64) , but, the Brewers are making there move and the Cubs are in front of them. it's not Dr. Evil...it's the MOJO...take MILWAUKEE! |
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09-12-20 | Mets -177 v. Blue Jays | 2-3 | Loss | -177 | 8 h 54 m | Show | |
New York Mets at Toronto 3:35 ET Mets over Blue Jays- I don't want some people to get too excited but it looks as though the Mets have 'bottomed-out' and are starting to eager from the depths. Rookie of the Year Alonso has found his stoke and power again and finally Dennis Smith is delivering at the plate. And that bring us to Seth logo (2-2, 2.05 ERA) who has been over-powering from day one in 2020. He received little support early as deGrom suffered but he has 31 K's in just 22 innings with on only 16 hits. Robbie Ray starts for the Blue Jays (0-0, 6.14) Mets hitting stride and the ball. Take the M-E-T-S! |
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09-12-20 | Duke +20.5 v. Notre Dame | 13-27 | Win | 100 | 15 h 12 m | Show | |
Duke at Notre Dame 2:30 ET Blue Devils (+) over Fighting Irish- Hey, why am I able to say 'Fighting Irish' when I can't say Orangemen. Oh well, last season Notre Dame destroyed the Devils 38-7 while the last time these two met under the Golden Dome Duke upset the Irish 38-35 in 2016. Different folks this time around for both sides as Duke is coming off a 5-7 season missing a bowl game for the second time in four years. But, what this game will be known is that it is the first Conference game ever for formally independent Notre Dame now a member of the ACC. The Irish are 7-2 ATS in their last nine home games and the Devils are 10-3 ATS in September but just 1-4 as road underdogs. Still, Duke needs to atone for last season's embarrassment. Take the BLUE DEVILS! |
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09-11-20 | Celtics v. Raptors +3 | Top | 92-87 | Loss | -115 | 10 h 25 m | Show |
Boston vs Toronto 9:00 ET Raptors (+) over Celtics- The well balanced Boston Celtics in the back of their minds have to be thinking 'what if' that miracle shot that won Game 3 fell short. Instead of a commanding 3-0 lead the Celtics now find themselves 3-3 and in a do-or-die game. Kemba Walker had one of his worst nights of the season and still it took Toronto two overtimes to defeat Boston to tie the series. Karma is a bitch...take CLIPPERS! |
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09-11-20 | Indians v. Twins +100 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 9 h 7 m | Show | |
Cleveland at Minnesota 8:10 ET Twins over Indians- Runs should be difficult to come by in this one as two of the AL's top righties will face-off at Target Field in Minnesota where the Twins are 17-5. Cleveland who has played better on the road 14-7 than they have at home (12-11) have scored just one run in their last two games and will up against Kenta Maeda (4-1, 2.77 ERA) who has two wins over the Indians and an ERA of 0.82. Cleveland will send Cy Young front runner Shane Bieber (7-0, 1.25) is 2-0 over the Twins this season but Minnesota is 10-2 at home verses right-handed starters. Take TWINS! |
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09-11-20 | Reds -120 v. Cardinals | Top | 3-1 | Win | 100 | 9 h 56 m | Show |
Cincinnati at St. Louis 8:15 ET Reds over Cardinals- Boy, I know that 'we' have had a rough 10 days with MLB but this one makes no sense what-so-ever. Can somebody explain to me how Adam Wainwright (4-0, 2.68 ERA) can be an underdog at home. Here is Cincinnati six games under .500 starting Luis Castillo (1-5, 3.95) and are favored on the road in St. Louis. He is 3-4 with a 4.29 ERA in 10 career starts against the Red Birds and Wainwright is 10-12 with a 5.14 ERA in 33 career starts against the Reds. The Cards are 36-17 against Cincy and have their 'best' on the mound and are a dog...'Don't Make Sense' to me...Take CINCINNATI! |
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09-11-20 | Cubs v. Brewers -165 | 0-1 | Win | 100 | 8 h 55 m | Show | |
Chicago at Milwaukee 8:10 ET Brewers over Cubs- I hate 'laying' this kind of price especially against a quality pitcher but there is a 'tell' in the Vegas number that has been posted on this game . Jon Lester (2-2, 5.80 ERA) started the season with a pair of wins but has been hit hard ever since and he is 5-4 with a 3.33 ERA in 12 career starts against the Brewers. Milwaukee was off to a slow start but is coming on strong and scored 19 runs with 13 extra-base hits on Wednesday. The Brewers play 13 of their final 10 against the Cubs and Cardinals the two teams ahead of them in the playoff hunt. Brandon Woodruff (2-3, 3.91) one of the hardest thrower in the NL has 55 K's on just 46 innings while allowing only 41 hits. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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09-11-20 | Nuggets +8 v. Clippers | 111-105 | Win | 100 | 8 h 48 m | Show | |
Denver vs L.A. Clippers 6:30 ET Nuggets (+) over Clippers- No. 3 seed Denver is once again down 3-1 in a playoff series and most regroup immediately for the series to continue. The Nuggets need to get off to a quick start as the trailed the entire game in the last meeting. The Clippers are where they expected to be and are anxious to play in the Western Finals and will be playing with confidence and the knowledge that they have some leeway with a 3-1 in games advantage, Take NUGGETS! |
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09-10-20 | Texans v. Chiefs -9 | 20-34 | Win | 100 | 7 h 39 m | Show | |
Houston at Kansas City 8:20 ET Chiefs (-) over Texans- Kansas City returns 17 of 22 starters and that is very unusual for a Super Bowl Champions as player develop big egos and believe the 'grass is greener' elsewhere. Of course the storyline in this meetings goes back to their last meetings when the Texans blew a 24-0 lead in the playoffs and were destroyed 51-31. Normally one would think that this is a 'big' number considering Houston was a playoff team slat season but Jim O'Brien has a way up coming up short. Sure he has Deshaun Watson but what he as GM has done to the roster is like blood letting. He's killing this team softly with his actions. The best I can say about this matchup is that the road team is 9-3 ATS so these two do play tough against each other but tonight it won't matter. Take KANSAS CITY! |
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09-10-20 | Reds -128 v. Cubs | Top | 5-8 | Loss | -128 | 9 h 10 m | Show |
Cincinnati at Chicago Cubs- 8:15 ET Reds over Cubs- Two day's ago I got ambushed with the Reds as the Cubs prevailed 3-0 and after upsetting Yu Darvish yesterday I'm back with Cincinnati. This is mostly because of starter Sonny Gray (5-2, 3.19 ERA) and he is off one of his worst career appearances.allowing six runs against the Cardinals getting only two outs. Gray is 4-2 with a 2.38 ERA in seven career starts against Chicago with 50 K's in just 40 innings. The first-place Cubs have lost five of its last eight games and are 18-38 in their last 56 when underdogs. Take CINCINNATI! |
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09-10-20 | UAB +14.5 v. Miami-FL | 14-31 | Loss | -110 | 10 h 40 m | Show | |
U-AB at Miami-Fl 8:00 ET Blazers (+) over Hurricanes- There are many questions surrounding this Miami Hurricane team that has been turmoil for nearly a decade. From campus shootings gang rapes and other egregious offensive Miami jettisoned their coach and handed the reins to Marc Reich who returned to his amalgamate only to leave a year later. But, shooting and criminal offensives are down and so are the wins. Under first year head coach the Canes dropped their final three and closed the season 6-7. UAB who was out of NCAA football a few years ago was 9-5 last season losing it's final two games the final in the championship game. This year is UAB that has lost a player to a shooting as linebacker Allen Merrick was a life that mattered. This season they opened with a 45-35 win over C. Arkansas. With a game under their belt would gravitate toward the Blazers but their is an X-factor that I have yet to mention. Transfer D'Eriq King accounted for 50 touchdowns 36 passing and 14 running with the Houston Cougars and is now behind center for Miami. Even with King until I see a more disciplined Miami team that has more fight than dog in it I'm taking the points! Take BLAZERS! |
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09-10-20 | Lakers v. Rockets +5 | Top | 110-100 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 56 m | Show |
L.A. Lakers vs Houston 8:30 ET Rockets (+) over Lakers- When looking at this series I get the feeling that the :Lakers are blowing Houston out, but that's not the case as the series is just 2-1 LA and today is Game 4. Houston hasn't changed much in recent seasons they will try and out-run you and out gun you and when they are on they are tough to beat. The problems with shooting teams is the streaks they incur. All that goes by the wayside while Rockets play the Lakers as they dominated L.A. in recent years and are 17-10 ATS in the last 27 meetings and the Lakers are 6-10 ATS as favorites and just 6-11 ATS in their last 17 games overall. Take HOUSTON! |
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09-10-20 | Phillies v. Marlins +101 | 6-7 | Win | 101 | 7 h 29 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Miami 6:40 ET Marlins over Phillies- It just seems that how well he does as an individual Bryce Harper teams just seem to under-achieve. Philadelphia has won 12 of their last 16 and open this seven game series with Jake Arrieta (3-4, 5.67 ERA) on the mound facing Marlins Sandy Alcantara (2-1, 3.78). With Arrieta's lifetime record of 8-1 with 3.55 ERA lifetime against Miami I'm surprised the line is a virtual pick-em. Miami surrendered 29 runs yesterday but is 2-1 against the Phillies this season and starter Alcantara is 4-1 with a 2.51 ERA in five starts against them. Take MIAMI! |
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09-09-20 | Clippers -8 v. Nuggets | 96-85 | Win | 100 | 11 h 55 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers vs Denver 9:00 ET Clippers (-) over Nuggets- The difference in this series for the Nuggets compared to their last series against Utah is Jamal Murray. Against the Jazz Murray posted games with 50,42 and 50 points in three straight games but as of now he has scored 17 or less in three of four games with a low of 12 points in Game 1 of this series. L.A is 7-3 ATS as favorites and 17-8 ATS overall in their last 25. Take CLIPPERS! |
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09-09-20 | Raptors +3.5 v. Celtics | Top | 125-122 | Win | 100 | 8 h 22 m | Show |
Toronto vs Boston 6:30 ET Raptors (+) over Celtics- The well balanced Boston Celtics are one win away from the Eastern Conference Finals and the Raptors find themselves in the same position as last season, down 3-2 in a seven game series. Both these clubs have been great all season long and trends say that both of these clubs are worthy of a wager. Even with Serge Ibaka in a walking boot the Raptors will be all in. So take TORONTO! |
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09-08-20 | Lakers v. Rockets +5 | 112-102 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 28 m | Show | |
Houston vs L.A. Lakers 8:30 ET Rockets (+) over Lakers- Houston who has not had the respect of NBA pundits who just don't believe in 'small ball' and little respect for any team that doesn't play much defense. All that goes by the wayside while Rockets play the Lakers as they dominated L.A. in recent years and are 17-9 ATS in the last 26 meetings. Houston is 5-2 ATS in their last seven as underdogs and the Lakers are 5-10 ATS as favorites and just 5-11 ATS in their last 16 games overall. Take HOUSTON! |
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09-08-20 | Reds -103 v. Cubs | Top | 0-3 | Loss | -103 | 9 h 52 m | Show |
Cincinnati at Chicago Cubs 8:15 ET Reds over Cubs- With 18 games left in the 'regular' season the Cubs have a 2.5-game lead over St. Louis while Cincinnati trails by 5.5-games. Today, Chicago will start Alec Mills (3-3, 5.50 ERA) who is 2-0 lifetime against the Reds while he will face Tyler Mahle (1-1, 3.90) who is 1-1 lifetime against Chicago. Mahle has been outstanding allowing just 20 hits in 30 innings with 35 strikeouts with a 1.07 WHIP. Mills has surrendered eight homers in seven starts and falls short today. Take CINCINNATI! |
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09-08-20 | Angels -123 v. Rangers | 1-7 | Loss | -123 | 9 h 40 m | Show | |
L.A. Angels at Texas 9:05 ET Angels over Rangers- A pair of AL bottom feeders go at it in Texas as the Rangers host the LA Angels. The 'Lone Star' state boys have dropped six straight while Los Angeles has won five straight but has lost their last five in Arlington. The Rangers will start this season's ace Lance Lynn (4-2, 2.67 ERA) he was off to a great start but has surrendered 10 runs in his last two start in 12 innings work. The Angels will start Andrew Heaney (3-2, 3.89) who is off his best performance of the season. Take LA ANGELS! |
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09-08-20 | Yankees +104 v. Blue Jays | 1-2 | Loss | -100 | 7 h 10 m | Show | |
N.Y. Yankees at Toronto (Buffalo) 6:37 ET Yankees over Blue Jays- New York having lost four straight and 14-of-19 is just a shell of what they should be as the are missing four regular starters among the eight position players and hav three hurlers in the IL as well. New York was expected to run away with the AL East but is now struggling to qualify for the expanded playoff format. Toronto will start newly acquired Taijuan Walker (3-2, 3.26 ERA) who hasn't faced the Yankees in five years but is 0-2 against them while New York will start former Blue Jay J.A. Happ (1-1, 4.68) who is 3-2 lifetime against Toronto. Shit happens...Yankees win today. Take NEW YORK! |
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09-08-20 | Heat v. Bucks +4 | 103-94 | Loss | -106 | 7 h 56 m | Show | |
Milwaukee vs Miami 3:30 ET Bucks (+) over Heat- The NBA's No. 1 seed is still on the brink of elimination as Milwaukee just hasn't lived up to expectations once again in the NBA playoffs. Last season the Bucks were ousted by Toronto after taking a 2-0 series lead and this time around the have shown their weakness. What is their weakness...Giannis Antetokounmpo. The League MVP and Defensive Player of the Year just can shoot beyond the arc. He was exposed in the 2019 playoffs as a poor 3-point shooter and this year has been even worse. Giannis who's 3-point shooting is 3-14 has left too much slack. With virtually no shot at winning this series the Bucks can play relaxed and I expect more from them today. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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09-07-20 | Astros v. A's -135 | 0-6 | Win | 100 | 10 h 20 m | Show | |
Houston at Oakland 9:10 ET A's over Astros- What a difference at the plate when you know what pitches are coming and the 'Cheatin' Stros are living proof. Houston is 5-13 on the road where they have no hint what pitch is coming...A's are 14-6 at home and teach these guys a lesson in humility. Take OAKLAND! |
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09-07-20 | BYU v. Navy +1 | Top | 55-3 | Loss | -104 | 19 h 45 m | Show |
B.Y.U. at Navy 8:00 ET Midshipman (+) over Cougars- As always there are a number of ways to approach any game as there is here. BYU has one of the more prolific NCAA passers in Zach Wilson who has thrown for 3,960 yards in two seasons the second of which he missed significant time due to injury. Navy of course is a ground game school (go figure) and led the nation with 360 yards per game in 2019 but now they will be without Malcom Perry who ran for 2017 yards of an overall 3,700 team yards rushing. It won't matter and I'll tell you why after I slip this in. Navy is 7-1 ATS in their last eight at home and 13-3-1 ATS in their last 16 overall and add that the Cougars are 0-7 ATS in their last seven as favorites, but those are not the sole reason 'we' should have the Middies. You know, during the COVID time and even without it the Navy does not take days off. They are together all year long, this is a job, it is their service and they are in sync and have an early season advantage over the others. And by the way, if the line moves Navy is 20-8 ATS at home as favorites..Take NAVY! |
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09-07-20 | Diamondbacks +109 v. Giants | Top | 2-4 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 24 m | Show |
Arizona at San Francisco 8:05 ET D'backs over Giants- For me it's about Zac Gallen (1-0, 1.80 ERA) the most impressive one win pitcher in baseball. In 50 innings of work he has 54 strikeouts and has surrendered just 32 hits and his WHIP of 0.80. Arizona with no power and little run producing talent will be up against Giants starter Kevin Gausman (2-2, 4.43) who has been very hit-able his entire career so they may score here. The 'numbers' say Arizona 1-5 as a road favorite and Giants are 5-2 as home dogs. I'm looking to beat the odds...Take the DIAMONDBACKS! |
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09-07-20 | Celtics v. Raptors +1.5 | Top | 111-89 | Loss | -110 | 17 h 2 m | Show |
Boston vs Toronto 6:30 ET Raptors (+) over Celtics- I can't help but think the Celtics had in their minds that they were leading this series 3-0...and then OG Anunoby changed the playoffs gods over to his side and Boston has been sunk ever since and they know it. How's that sound...we have seen it happen. I could support my instincts with more fodder and stats but they won't matter in the 'Bubble'. So take TORONTO! |
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09-07-20 | Yankees v. Blue Jays -123 | 7-12 | Win | 100 | 8 h 42 m | Show | |
New York Yankees vs Toronto 6:35 ET Blue Jays over Yankees- There are so many parts of the Yankees that are missing it is difficult to call them the Bronx Bombers anymore. Sunday, New York had a six players bat who are hitting under .200 and a seventh at .201 and today they start Jordon Montgomery (2-2, 5.76 ERA) who has only nine innings under his belt in his last three starts. Toronto will start Hyun-jin Ryu (3-1, 2.72) for the Blue Jays and he has had four straight quality starts. Yanks are just too beat up and normal rules don't apply. Take TORONTO! |
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09-06-20 | Rockets +5.5 v. Lakers | Top | 109-117 | Loss | -104 | 11 h 44 m | Show |
Houston vs L.A. Lakers 8:30 ET Rockets (+) over Lakers- Houston who has not had the respect of NBA pundits who just don't believe in 'small ball' and little respect for any team that doesn't play much defense. All that goes by the wayside while Rockets play the Lakers as they dominated L.A. in recent years and are 17-8 ATS in the last 25 meetings. Houston is 5-1 ATS in their last six as underdogs and the Lakers are 4-10 ATS as favorites and just 4-11 ATS in their last 15 games overall. Take HOUSTON! |
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09-06-20 | Cardinals -101 v. Cubs | 7-3 | Win | 100 | 8 h 41 m | Show | |
St. Louis at Chicago Cubs 7:08 ET Cardinals over Cubs- Okay this should be short and sweet! Here is Chicago leading the NL Central at home with their best big-game hurler Jon Lester (2-1, 5.11 ERA) on the mound. In his 20 career starts against St. Louis Lester is 8-6 with an excellent 3.26 ERA but he has struggled in his last three starts lasting just 14 innings while posting a 9.00 ERA with a WHIP of 2.07. The Cubs have lost three of four while the Cardinals have won seven of nine in Chicago. Take ST.LOUIS! |
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09-06-20 | Padres +101 v. A's | Top | 5-3 | Win | 101 | 5 h 50 m | Show |
San Diego at Oakland 4:10 ET Padres over A's- The A's evened the series at 1-1 and delivered an 8-4 VHL win for 'us' Saturday and today the AL 'Best in the West' is a pick-em at home.This is a bit disconcerting as Oakland's starter Mike Fiers (4-1, 4.86 ERA) is 14-2 at home since being acquired from Milwaukee. He is 0-1 with a 6.00 ERA in his one career start against the Padres. Garrett Richards (1-2, 4.63) has been tough on the road where he is 1-0 with a 2.82 ERA in four starts. The Padres are 10-1 in their last 11 starts against a right-hander and are 5-0 after a loss while Oakland is 3-7 in their last 10 games against teams with winning records. Take SAN DIEGO! |
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09-06-20 | Bucks +2.5 v. Heat | 118-115 | Win | 100 | 5 h 21 m | Show | |
Milwaukee vs Miami 3:30 ET Bucks (+) over Heat- The NBA's No. 1 seed is on the brink of elimination as Milwaukee just hasn't lived up to expectations once again in the NBA playoffs. Last season the Bucks were ousted by Toronto after taking a 2-0 series lead and this time around the have shown their weakness. What is their weakness...Giannis Antetokounmpo. The League MVP and Defensive Player of the Year just can shoot beyond the arc. He was exposed in the 2019 playoffs as a poor 3-point shooter and this year has been even worse. Giannis who's 3-point shooting is 2-13 has left too much slack. With virtually no shot at winning this series the Bucks can play relaxed and I expect more from them today. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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09-06-20 | Phillies v. Mets -148 | 1-14 | Win | 100 | 2 h 47 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at New York Mets 1:10 ET Mets over Phillies- This always sucks! I mean having to take the Mets when Jake deGrom (2-1, 1.76 ERA) is on the mound because as good as he is (and he is great) the Muts just don't score runs for the dude. He has had 30 no-decisions since the start of the 2018 by far the most in MLB and he is 7-1 with a 2.23 ERA against Philadelphia. The Phillies are 10-2 in their last 12 games overall but are just 4-13 in their last 17 games as an underdog. Take the METS! |
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09-05-20 | Nuggets v. Clippers -9 | 110-101 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 24 m | Show | |
Denver vs L.A. Clippers 9:00 ET Nuggets (-) over Clippers- I have already heard that this series is history and that Denver won't win a single game. Well, they were the No. 3 seed in the West and have to ability to bounce back after a loss as they are 15-7-2 ATS in their last 24 games following a straight-up loss. The Clippers are most likely destined to make the Western Conference Finals for a showdown with the Lakers and are 9-2 ATS playing teams with winning records. L.A. shot 57.1% while Denver was at 42.2% and they should bothy move toward the c enter with that. It's not that I think the Clippers are taking anything for granted because they have yet to win anything. But, the Nuggets should come to play. Take DENVER! |
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09-05-20 | Phillies v. Mets -158 | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 8 h 50 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at New York Mets 7:10 ET Mets over Phillies- Philadelphia has now won 10 of 11 games and I hate playing against teams that are in mist of a winning streak. I'm not one of those 'due' guys that just expect a team to win or lose. But, how can the Phillies be such a heavy underdog at the Mets who they have beaten six times in-a-row. They are also 7-0 in their last seven against a right-handed starter. The reason is Seth Lugo (1-2, 2.12 ERA) who has 253 K's in 17 innings while allowing just 12 hits. The Phillies will start Spencer Howard (1-1, 5.40) who has surrendered 24 hits in 16 innings walking seven and allowing five home runs. Take the METS! |
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09-05-20 | Brewers +111 v. Indians | 3-4 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 48 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Cleveland 7:10 ET Brewers over Indians- Milwaukee finds themselves with a .217 team batting average and the Indians have the best starting pitchers ERA at 2.74. Cleveland has also had trouble scoring runs and getting the bat on the ball and they are 2-6 in their last eight starts against right-handers. The Brewers will start Brandon woodruff (2-3, 3.67 ERA) and this hard throwing righty has 48 K's in 41 innings while allowing just 37 hits with a WHIP of 1.18. Aaron Civale (3-4, 3.72) will start after surrendering five earned runs in his last outing. Take the BREWERS! |
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09-05-20 | Raptors -105 v. Celtics | Top | 100-93 | Win | 100 | 19 h 40 m | Show |
Toronto vs Boston 6:30 ET Raptors (+) over Celtics- Uh-oh! Funny things happen in sports we've seen it time and again before, I can recall The Cavs down 3-1 and the Mavs having all but eliminate the Heat and then...Shit Happens! The Celtics have to be thinking of how close they were to taking a 3-0 lead in this series and now the Raptors are right back ion it and have got to be feeling great because if it was 0-3 they would have already started packing for the 'Great White North.' The dramatic series changing shot ending Game 3 will buoy the Raptors while depressing the Celtics. Take TORONTO! Thank you and Good Luck! |
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09-05-20 | Raptors v. Celtics OVER 213.5 | 100-93 | Loss | -115 | 19 h 38 m | Show | |
Toronto vs Boston Total 6:30 ET Raptors/Celtics OVER- Every conceivable Totals trend is overwhelming to the Under with 19 out 20 Boston trends say 'under' and believe it or not 20 of 20 of the Raptors totals trends say 'under'. Now, some might say that I'm taking the OVER because I am such a contrarian but that's not it. It's that one trend of Boston's and is, the OVER is good 12-3 after a Celtics outright loss. And it's way too much overkill with all those 'other' trends. Take the OVER! Good Luck! |
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09-05-20 | Padres v. A's -107 | 4-8 | Win | 100 | 5 h 47 m | Show | |
San Diego at Oakland 4:10 ET A's over Padres- San Diego's 7-0 win over the A's late night was just their 2nd in seven tries against Oakland. I expect the A's top bounce-back Saturday as they are 40-15 in their last 55 home games and 20-8 after scoring two runs or less. Padres will start ace Chris Paddack (3-3, 4.43 ERA) who hasn't pitched to expectations surrendering 10 homer in just 42 innings and he is facing the A's for the first time. Sean Manaea (2-2, 5.64) hasn't been at his best either but has won his last two starts. Take OAKLAND! |
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09-04-20 | Padres v. A's -134 | 7-0 | Loss | -134 | 10 h 11 m | Show | |
San Diego at Oakland 9:40 ET A's over Padres- Without a doubt San Diego has emerged as a threat in the West as the added firepower is delivering big time. Oakland meanwhile who is 13-4 at home last played Sunday and were swept in a double-headed by the Astros in Houston. The layoff was cause by an A's player testing positive for COVID-19 on August 28. Zach Davies (5-2, 2.61 ERA) gets the start for the Padres while Jesus Luzardo (2-1, 3.74) who hasn't pitched in 11 days. Oakland has won seven of eight meetings and 11 of 15 at home against the Padres. Take the ATHLETICS! |
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09-04-20 | Astros v. Angels +105 | 5-6 | Win | 105 | 10 h 42 m | Show | |
Houston at L.A. Angels 9:10 ET Angels over Astros- Houston is finding it a bit difficult on the road this winning just five of 14 away games this season. It appears that the Astros do a lot better when they know what pitch is coming. The will start right-hander Lance McCullers (3-2, 5.06 ERA) who is 3-3 with a 3.83 ERA in 12 career starts against the Halos. He has had one appearance against LA this season surrendering four runs on six hits and four walks in a no-decision. The Angles will start this season's best Dylan Bundy (4-2, 2.47) and he is looking to post his first career win (0-3) against the Astros. Take LA ANGELS! |
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09-04-20 | Phillies v. Mets -120 | Top | 5-3 | Loss | -120 | 8 h 42 m | Show |
Philadelphia at New York Mets 7:10 ET Mets over Phillies- Philadelphia was in a bad way two weeks ago as they were 5-games under .500 but a 4-game sweep of the Nationals and now they have won nine of 10. The Phillies have already swept (3-0) the Mets in a series at Philadelphia and have won five in-a-row against the 'Muts' and are 5-2 in New York. The former 'Whiz Kids' will start Jake Arrieta (2-4, 6.49 ERA) who is struggling and is 1-4 with a 4.06 ERA in New York. As bad as the Mets have been they are still 8-3 at home against teams with winning records. The Amazin's will start Rick Porcello (1-4, 6.00) who has actually thrown better than his record and looks to atone for an earlier season loss to the Phillies. Take the M-E-T-S! |
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09-04-20 | Bucks -5.5 v. Heat | Top | 100-115 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 10 m | Show |
Milwaukee vs Miami 6:30 ET Bucks (-) over Heat- Having had the Heat in both Games 1 & 2 I feel comfortable switching sides in Game 3. Playing against Miami might not be the wisest though I've had as they are 6-0 both ATS and straight-up in the playoffs and have won 10 of 11 overall in the playoffs and are 6-1 over the Bucks in the last seven meetings. Okay, that's all well and good but the way Milwaukee closed last years playoffs blowing a 2-0 games lead over Toronto and having the media whisper that maybe, just maybe Giannis Antetokounmpo isn't a 'big game' player. Well, Milwaukee finished with the best recored in the NBA and it's time for them to measure up against the Heat. Take the BUCKS! |
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09-03-20 | Raptors v. Celtics +1.5 | Top | 104-103 | Win | 100 | 8 h 18 m | Show |
Toronto vs Boston 5:30 ET Celtics (+) over Toronto- The Raptors had the best 'regular' season finish in the 'bubble' coming away with seven wins in eight games and then went out and swept (4-0) Brooklyn before getting run over by the Celtics in Game 1. Now, it is Boston that is streaking having won six straight and 10 of 11 and are 21-8 ATS as underdogs. Toronto is 24-10-1 ATS in their last 35 games following an ATS loss and 8-4 ATS following a straight-up loss and are going down again tonight. Take BOSTON! |
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09-03-20 | Yankees v. Mets -101 | Top | 7-9 | Win | 100 | 6 h 35 m | Show |
N.Y. Yankees at N.Y. Mets 4:10 ET Mets over Yankees- The Yankees are hurting in more ways than one as they have four players in their lineup that are hitting .213 or lower withy three starters still under .200 including the 'Hoax' Gary Sanchez who not only can't catch but can't hit either (.130). The is a bad stretch for the bronx Bombers as they have lost 9-of-13 overall and are 3-8 in their last 11 games on the road as well as 1-4 in their last five inter-league games. The Mets on the other hand are 5-1 in their last six games as inter-league underdogs. Mets haven't played that well but are 12-5 in their last 17 home games against teams with winning records. Take M-E-T-S! |
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09-02-20 | Thunder v. Rockets -5.5 | Top | 102-104 | Loss | -105 | 11 h 35 m | Show |
Oklahoma City vs Houston 9:00 ET Thunder (+) over Rockets- Oklahoma City has been the most pleasant surprise this NBA season and they have shown resiliency coming back from an 0-2 deficit and then again winning game 6 when facing elimination. The Thunder are 8-3 ATS in the last 11 meetings and are 35-17 ATS in their last 52 games as underdogs. Houston on the flip side is just 2-5 ATS as favorites and 3-8 ATS following a straight-up loss. Today the Rockets respond! Take HOUSTON! |
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09-02-20 | Tigers v. Brewers -160 | 5-8 | Win | 100 | 7 h 19 m | Show | |
Detroit at Milwaukee 7:40 ET Brewers over Tigers- Can you believe that Detroit has a six-game winning streak and are now 17-16 on the season. Spencer Turnbull (3-2, 2.97 ERA) gets the start for the tigers and he had a short stint last time out lasting just two innings after walking four batters. Milwaukee who is just 7-10 at home will start Adrian Houser (1-3, 4.36) who is off his shortest career start. The Brewers are 6-2 in eight meetings with the Tigers and 4-1 as hosts and 5-2 as home favorites in their last seven games. Take MILWAUKEE! |
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09-02-20 | Rays v. Yankees -125 | Top | 5-2 | Loss | -125 | 7 h 59 m | Show |
Tampa Bay at New York Yankees 7:05 ET Yankees over Rays- When this shortened season began the Yankees were the over-whelming favorite to run the table into the post-season. But, it appears that the rays want to have a say in that and had defeated new York six straight times before the Yanks win last night. NY is ladened with injuries to key personal but still have great depth. Tonight, Tampa Bay will start Charlie Morton (1-1, 5.40 ERA) who has had a pair of quality starts after getting bombed his first time out, he is 4-2 with a 3.99 ERA lifetime against New York. The Yanks will start Jordan Montgomery (2-1, 4.44) who is 1-1 with a 3.54 ERA in five career starts against NY. Despite their recent success the Rays are just 17-38 in their last 55 meetings at Yankee Stadium. Take NEW YORK YANKS! Thank you and Good Luck! |
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09-02-20 | Cardinals v. Reds -148 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 6 h 25 m | Show | |
St. Louis at Cincinnati 6:40 ET Reds over Cardinals- When the season began Cincinnati was considered the 'Dark horse' in the NL Central and have been a major disappointment to date trailing the Cubs by seven games with just 24 games to go. St. Louis has played just 27 games and the schedule has become heavy with games as they start Johan Oviedo (0-1, 3.60 ERA) who is making his third start of the season. The Reds will start Tyler Mahle (1-1, 3.96) and he is up against a Cards team that is 20-7 in their last 27 meetings in Cincinnati. The Reds have yet to win a home series but with this line being what it is I suspect they win here. Take CINCINNATI! |
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09-02-20 | Heat +5 v. Bucks | 116-114 | Win | 100 | 8 h 40 m | Show | |
Miami vs Milwaukee 6:30 ET Heat (+) over Bucks- Milwaukee seems to have a habit of losing the first game of playoff series that has put them in a hole to start with before. They were able to rebound against Orlando after dropping game one but this time their opponent has leg up on the Bucks as Miami plays well against them going 9-4 ATS in the last 13 meetings. Miami gets ready for Conference Semifinal games going 29-13 ATS over the years and are 5-0 ATS in the playoffs. The 'Greek Freak' once again is feeling playoff pressure taking only 12 shots and committing six turnovers. Take the HEAT! |
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09-02-20 | Heat v. Bucks UNDER 221 | 116-114 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 34 m | Show | |
Miami vs Milwaukee 6:30 ET Heat/Bucks UNDER- Both of these clubs play a different brand of defense when up against tougher competition. Miami is 5-1 'under' in their last six playoff games and the Bucks are 14-6-2 UNDER in their last 22 games when playing a team with a winning record. The 'Greek Freak' is feeling playoff pressure once again and his offense has suffered. Play UNDER! |
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09-01-20 | Jazz -106 v. Nuggets | Top | 78-80 | Loss | -106 | 10 h 2 m | Show |
Utah vs Denver 8:30 ET Jazz (+) over Nuggets- Denver took the opening game of this series and then Utah stormed back with three straight wins before the Nuggets rebounded with a pair of victories to even the series at 3-3.6-2 ATS as playoff favorites. Denver is faced with a franchise first if they can manage a win here as they have never won a playoff series after trailing 3-1 (it has been done11 times in NBA history). On the flip side Utah has never lost a series when leading 3-1 in games and although the Nuggets Jamal Murray has had a pair of 50-point games he has been matched by Utah's Donovan Mitchell who has posted two 50-point games as well. Starting as the higher Denver and as a 4.5-point favorite in Game 1 and now they opened a 1-point dog and have gone to a small favorite. Take UTAH! |
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09-01-20 | Jazz v. Nuggets UNDER 217 | 78-80 | Win | 100 | 10 h 48 m | Show | |
Jazz/Nuggets UNDER- Two power packed offensive teams are getting down to the nitty-gritty and when that happens it win revolves around defense. Although these two have played to the over in head-to-head meetings this game has special significance as the loser is eliminated. I doubt there will be any 50-point scorers tonight (there have been four 50-point performances). Play UNDER! |
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09-01-20 | White Sox v. Twins +101 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 101 | 9 h 6 m | Show |
Chicago White Sox at Minnesota 8:10 ET Twins over White Sox- Minnesota is looking forward to the return of Michael Pineda who was suspended last September and is still considered the twins ace. Pineda was 4-0 against Chicago last season with a 2.88 ERA in four starts. The White Sox will start veteran Dallas Keuchel (5-2, 2.70 ERA) who is 4-3 lifetime against Minnesota but just 1-2 at Target Field where the Twins have defeated the Sox 10 of 14 times and 19 of last 17 meetings. Take MINNESOTA! |
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09-01-20 | Celtics +1.5 v. Raptors | 102-99 | Win | 103 | 7 h 2 m | Show | |
Boston vs Toronto 5:30 ET The Raptors had the best 'regular' season finish in the 'bubble' coming away with seven wins in eight games and then went out and swept (4-0) Brooklyn before getting run over by the Celtics in Game 1. Now, it is Boston that is streaking having won five straight and nine of 10 and the are 20-8 ATS as underdogs but just 2-5 ATS as playoff underdogs. Toronto is 24-9-1 ATS in their last 34 games following an ATS loss and 8-3 ATS following a straight-up loss and are going down again tonight. Take BOSTON! |
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08-31-20 | Padres v. Rockies -108 | Top | 6-0 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 36 m | Show |
San Diego at Colorado 9:40 ET Rockies over Padres- Let me start by saying the San Diego is for real as their latino sluggers Tatis and Machado are leading the way. The Padres haven't been to the post season since 2006 and they have made four trades before the deadline and are serious about picking up some pitching. Tonight they will start one of the hurlers that they have counted on and he is struggling. Garrett Richards (1-2, 5.17 ERA) has been hit hard of late and one start at Coors Field this season he allowed four runs and eight hits in 5.2 innings. German Marquez (2-4, 4.50) and he is 5-2 lifetime against the Padres with 69 K's in 55 innings. San Diego is just 4-12 as road dogs while the Rockies are 6-2 as hosts against the Pods and 4-1 versus the NL West. Take COLORADO! |
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08-31-20 | Rockets v. Thunder +6 | Top | 100-104 | Win | 100 | 12 h 31 m | Show |
Houston vs Oklahoma City 9:00 ET Thunder (+) over Rockets-This is strictly a home-and-home series with which ever team is designated to wear their home colors is the winner and has been the case in all five playoff meetings. These two had closed the regular season meetings with the Thunder having a five-game win and cover streak. This game should play toward the 'number' as Houston is just 2-5 ATS in their last s even games after scoring 100 the previous game while the Thunder is 11-3 ATS in their last 14 game following a straight-up loss of more than 10 points. Take OKLAHOMA CITY |
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08-31-20 | Rockets v. Thunder UNDER 225.5 | 100-104 | Win | 100 | 11 h 17 m | Show | |
Rockets/Thunder UNDER – You would think of sparks could happen on the court with the explosive offensive weapons these guys bring to the table. But, in pressure games meaningful game both during the regular season and especially in the post season. Three of the four games that they have split have gone 'over' the number and now with OKC back in the hunt the Rockets will have to tighten up on the defensive end and that leads to tightening up on the other end as well. Play UNDER! |
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08-31-20 | Heat +5.5 v. Bucks | 115-104 | Win | 100 | 9 h 40 m | Show | |
Miami vs Milwaukee 6:30 ET Heat (+) over Bucks- Miami won both regular season meetings until they met in the 'Bubble' when the Bucks prevailed 130-116 as the Heat's Jimmy Butler sat out. These two met March 2nd in Miami once during the regular season and the Bucks were favored (-5) so now playing in a neutral site they price hasn't moved. The Heat were affected by the quick NBA boycott as they had already swept the Pacers. Advantage Miami and as Conference Semi-finals they are 28-18-1 ATS while the Bucks are 2-6-1 ATS in their last nine games following a straight-up win. Take MIAMI! |
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08-30-20 | Nuggets +2.5 v. Jazz | Top | 119-107 | Win | 100 | 9 h 7 m | Show |
Denver vs Utah 4:00 ET Nuggets (+) over Jazz- Denver won all three regular season meetings and then took a 1-0 lead in the Playoffs by winning Game 1 135-125 in overtime and then dropped the last three before overcoming a 15-point third quarter deficit and won easy 117-107. Utah now has a 3-2 series lead but are still 2-6 ATS in the last eight meetings. The Jazz who have come alive are just 4-17-2 ATS in their last 23 games as favorites while the Nuggets are not any better as they are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games after an ATS win. Denver entered the 6th seed and Utah the 3rd seed and will leave it all on the floor here as they face elimination. Take the NUGGETS! |
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08-30-20 | Braves v. Phillies -119 | Top | 12-10 | Loss | -119 | 8 h 7 m | Show |
Atlanta at Philadelphia 7:10 ET Phillies over Braves- The Phillies after a rough start have pulled themselves up the hard way and have now won five straight to bring them at .500 at 14-14 with 32 games left to play. Philadelphia will start Jake Arrieta (2-3, 4.32 ERA) who is 6-3 with a 2.93 ERA in 10 lifetime starts against Atlanta. The Braves who will debut Huascar Ynoa (0-0, 4.32) as a starter and his road support will be lacking. The Braves who are 2-14 as road underdogs in their last 16 and 2-6 on the road in their last eight. The Phillies have won their last five at home and defeated Atlanta 6-of-8 at home. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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08-30-20 | Celtics +2 v. Raptors | Top | 112-94 | Win | 100 | 2 h 2 m | Show |
Boston vs Toronto 6:30 ET Celtics (+) over Raptors- The Raptors helped as a Power Play winner over Brooklyn 150-122 and defeated the Nets by 82 points in their four game sweep. Boston swept Philadelphia 4-0 but not necessarily in such dominating fashion. I rarely have problems thing about playing 'against' any team that scores 150 points in a night. The competition near is much tougher and better seasoned than the Nets. The Celtics are 5-2 ATS in the last seven meetings and are 15-5 ATS as underdogs. Toronto is still NBA Champs and they are 6-2 ATS in right playoff games as the favorite. But today...it's BOSTON! Thank you and Good Luck! |
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08-29-20 | Blazers +13.5 v. Lakers | 122-131 | Win | 100 | 23 h 18 m | Show | |
L.A. Lakers vs Portland 9:00 ET Trailblazers (+) over Lakers- Well, the Lakers rolled over the Blazers in Game 4 but before that game many thought Portland had a shot to knock the Lakers out of the playoffs. Portland has given Los Angeles fits over the years going 47-23 ATS in the last 70 regular season meetings. But, this is the playoffs and the Lakers got their 'wakeup' call in Game 1 which was their sixth straight ATS loss to the Blazers and they came alive for Games 2, 3 and 4 and they aren't stopping here. Damian Lillard is out and the line will be inflated. But, what bothers me is that their were just two teams that voted to cancel the rest of the Playoffs and The Lakers were one of them. I wonder if their hearts will be in it? Take the BLAZERS |
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08-29-20 | Nationals v. Red Sox +102 | Top | 3-5 | Win | 102 | 9 h 34 m | Show |
Washington at Boston 7:30 ET Red Sox over Nationals- In a 'new' MLB playoff system that will add more teams into the post-season these two clubs most likely will not qualify. Boston will start Chris Mazza (0-1, 6.35 ERA) who at 30 years of age in making just his 12the MLB start. The Nationals will send Anibal Sanchez ( 1-3, 6.48) who is coming off his first solid performance of the year. Washington beats-up on lefties but are just 6-18 against right handers. Boston who is 66-29 in inter-league games are 5-2 in the last seven meetings. Take BOSTON! |
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08-29-20 | Thunder +5 v. Rockets | Top | 80-114 | Loss | -103 | 21 h 49 m | Show |
Houston vs Oklahoma City 6:30 ET Thunder (+) over Rockets- As I said last time out the Rockets hot shooting would taper off and it did in Game 4. The question here is has Houston recovered enough after having fallen off with their 3-point shooting. OKC had won five straight in the series until these playoffs and it seems Houston has been saving it all up for this but the Thunder responded with a win in Games 3 & 4 and have evened the series. As I said before this game will show which club has more character. I don't believe that simply changing uniforms without the benefit of a home crown cheering for you makes much difference although the listed home team has won all four. Ha! The Thunder were one of the league's biggest surprises this season and had the best ATS record in the NBA and with desperate times at hand they will respond. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! |
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08-29-20 | A's v. Astros -103 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 5 h 5 m | Show | |
Oakland at Houston 9:10 ET Astros over A's- Oakland has the best record in baseball winning 22 of 32 in with this shortened season and are starting a countdown on their 'magic' number looking to qualify for the playoffs early. Houston trails the A's by 4.5-games and are 0-6 in the last six meetings but are 46-15 as home favorites and 50-21 versus the AL West. The Astros after a slow start are 10-4 in their last 14 overall and need a win over the run-away Athletics. Houston's Lance McCullers (2-2, 5.74 ERA) is 4-2 with a 4.40 ERA in eight career starts against Oakland while Chris Bassitt (2-1, 3.51) starts for the A's and is 2-1 lifetime over the Astros. Houston needs this win over the A's in the worst way...take the ASTROS! Thank you and Good Luck! |
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08-29-20 | Magic +13.5 v. Bucks | 104-118 | Loss | -105 | 18 h 5 m | Show | |
Milwaukee vs Orlando 4:00 ET Magic (+) over Bucks- The Bucks made short work of the Magic in Games 3 and 4 and were aroused after their Game-1 loss a 25-point ATS loss. Orlando is 5-1 ATS after a double-digit loss but just 1-5 ATS in their last six as underdogs. Milwaukee's Khris Middleton was been invisible the first three games but came alive last time out. The Magic may disappear from the Playoffs after tonight be they will go down swinging. Take ORLANDO! |
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08-28-20 | Indians v. Cardinals +118 | 14-2 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 43 m | Show | |
Cleveland at St. Louis 8:15 ET Cardinals over Indians- Two of MLB's top pitching staffs are set to begin a series in St. Louis where the Cardinals and Indians are 9-2-1 Under in their last 12 meetings. The Red Birds will send Ponce de Leon (0-2, 5.25 ERA) who has struggled with control so far this season. Cleveland will start Triston McKenzie (1-0, 1,50) who will be making his 2nd MLB start ever and is up against a Cardinals club that has woN 4 of their last five. Take ST. LOUIS! |
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08-28-20 | Royals +134 v. White Sox | 5-6 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 1 m | Show | |
Kansas City at Chicago White Sox 8:10 ET Royals over White Sox- Teams with mirror records face off in Chicago where the 19-12 White Sox will host 12-19 Kansas City. The 'Pale Hose' have won 9-of-10 as they lead the AL with 59 homers and their starting pitching has an ERA of 2.60 since July 29. They will start Reynaldo Lopez (0-1, 13.50 ERA) who is 4-3 with a 5.19 ERA against the Royals in 12 career starts while KC starts veteran lefty Danny Duffy (202, 3.99) who is 10-6 with a 4.04 ERA lifetime against Chicago. In a mild surprise...play of KANSAS CITY! Thank you and Good Luck! |
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08-26-20 | Rockies v. Diamondbacks -132 | Top | 8-7 | Loss | -132 | 11 h 40 m | Show |
Colorado at Arizona 9:40 ET Diamondbacks over Rockies- Colorado who got off to a quick start in this shortened season but have come back to the pack going 2-8 in their last 10 games and sit with a break-even mark of 15-15 right now. A pair of 1-3 pitchers will take the hill today with inflated ERA. The Rockies send Jon Gray (1-3, 6.23 ERA) to the mound and he is 0-1 with a 5.40 ERA on the road. Arizona will start Robbie Ray (1-3, 8.33) who despite his record has 35 strikeouts in just 27 innings but his 25 walks have put him behind the 8-ball. Ray contends that his problems were mechanical and he has solved the issue. We will see! The Rockies are 1-8 in their last nine games as underdogs and 15-38 as road underdogs while Arizona is 7-1 in their last eight games as home favorites and are 9-4 over the Rockies in the last 13 meetings. Take the DIAMONDBACKS. Thank you and good luck! |
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08-25-20 | Mavs v. Clippers -6.5 | 111-154 | Win | 100 | 10 h 46 m | Show | |
Dallas vs L.A. Clippers 9:00 ET Clippers (-) over Mavericks- The Mavericks Luca Doncic at 21 years of age put on one of the most dominating playoff performances that are drawing him comparisons to Larry Bird as his 43 points, 17 rebounds and 13 assists along with his winning buzzer beater pushed Dallas over the hump. Kristaps Porzingis sat out Game 4 which set Doncic free and his status in day-to-day. The Mavs have difficulty posting back-to-back wins as they are 1-5 ATS after a straight-up win and just 2-6 ATS in their;last eight meetings. L.A. On the other hand is 20-6 ATS following a straight-up loss. Take the CLIPPERS! |
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08-25-20 | Reds +101 v. Brewers | Top | 2-3 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 42 m | Show |
Cincinnati at Milwaukee 8:10 ET Reds over Brewers- To start with I think Milwaukee's ship has sailed and their time be it small has passed as they just don't seem to have the mojo needed to compete consistently at the highest level. Hard throwing Brandon Woodruff (1-2, 3.23 ERA) take the hill for the Brewers and he's young with 33 K's in 30.2 innings while surrendering 29 hits, I like him I really do, but he hasn't gone more than five innings before trouble starts. Cincinnati will go with Luis Castillo (0-3, 4.44) who is looking for his first win in this his sixth start. Ever tough on batters he has 36 K's in just 26 innings and he's coming off a poor start against the Royals. Last season with the Reds he was 15-8 with 226 K's in 190 innings and allowed just 139 hits. I expect he returns to form here. Take CINCINNATI! |
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08-25-20 | Jazz v. Nuggets +3 | Top | 107-117 | Win | 100 | 8 h 33 m | Show |
Utah vs Denver 6:30 ET Nuggets (+) over Jazz- Denver won all three regular season meetings and then took a 1-0 lead in the Playoffs by winning Game 1 135-125 in overtime but have dropped the last three. Utah now has a 3-1 series lead but are still 2-5 ATS in the last seven meetings. The Jazz who have come alive are just 4-16-2 ATS in their last 22 games as favorites while the Nuggets are not any better as they are 2-7 ATS in their last nine games after an ATS win. Denver entered the 6th seed and Utah the 3rd seed and will leave it all on the floor here as they face elimination. Take the NUGGETS! |
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08-25-20 | Jazz v. Nuggets UNDER 221 | 107-117 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 18 m | Show | |
Jazz/Nuggets UNDER 221- I have spoken of trends when dealing with 'totals' so my side here may be surprising as Utah is 8-2 Over in their last 10 overall and play 7-2 to the Over after allowing 100 points or more in their previous game. Denver is 21-7-1 in their last 29 overall and 8-1 Over when playing as an underdog. So, why would I think of playing Under here, well because Under is 20-8 in the last 28 meetings and I believe Playoff pressure and necessity will be forefront for the Nuggets survive. Play UNDER! |
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08-24-20 | Lakers v. Blazers +7.5 | 135-115 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 52 m | Show | |
L.A. Lakers vs Portland 8:30 ET Trailblazers (+) over Lakers- Well, we got what we wanted winning the last two with the Lakers over the Blazers but Portland is the team that many feel can still knock the Lakers out of the playoffs. They have given Los Angeles fits over the years going 47-23 ATS in the last 70 regular season meetings. But, this is the playoffs and the Lakers got their 'wakeup' call in Game 1 which was their sixth straight ATS loss to the Blazers and came alive for Games 2 & 3 winners for us. Lillard isn't hurting enough to be stopped and LA will have to scratch their way out of this one. Take the TRAILBLAZERS!! |
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08-24-20 | Royals +166 v. Cardinals | 3-9 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 30 m | Show | |
Kansas City at St. Louis 8:15 ET Royals over Cardinals- St. Louis like all other teams have a 'personal' rival and for the Cardinals it is the Cubs but, like the Yankees and teams with great traditions they have other 'rivals' that may take the meeting with a sterner attitude. The Red Birds have won the last three meetings and six of seven between the two but they haven't played since a year ago August 2019. The attraction tonight will be on the mound as St. Louis sends their emerging ace Jack Flaherty (1-0, 3.12 ERA) who is 2-0 with a 1.29 ERA against the Royals while Kansas City will send out Brad Keller (3-0, 0.00) who has allowed just eight hits in 17.2 innings of work. This season KC's bats are strong while the Cards have played only 17 games and they have only 14 homers to 31 by the Royals in 28 games. The Royals are also hitting 25-points higher as a team .249/.224. Heavy dog with a gander...take KANSAS CITY! |
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08-24-20 | Twins v. Indians +108 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 44 m | Show |
Minnesota at Cleveland 7:10 ET Indians over Twins- These two will end up fighting it out for the AL Central title and right now Minnesota has a 1.5-game lead over the Indians thanks to a strong 12-3 record at home. The twins have taken 3-of-4 as hosts as the Tribe managed just four runs in three games. All eyes will be on Kenta Maeda (3-0, 2.27 ERA) who took a no-hitter into the ninth against the Brewers Tuesday while striking out 12. His mound opponent for Cleveland will be Aaron Civale (3-2, 2.91) who has 32 strikeouts in 31.2 innings with get this just three walks. I can see Maeda having difficulty staying focused after his huge letdown from losing the no-hitter and as a matter of fact he didn't even figure in the decision. I don't see him being 'up' or sharp for this outing. Take CLEVELAND! |
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08-24-20 | Cubs v. Tigers +126 | 9-3 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 35 m | Show | |
Chicago Cubs at Detroit 7:10 ET Tigers over Cubs- I feel like 'we' stole one yesterday laying over -170 in any game is not my style but I saw what Yu Darvish has been doing without any support. Sunday he allows a single run on a solo home and the Cubs eek out a 2-1 win for us. But, that is as far as I am going to go with this team at this time as Kris Bryant is out along with other key position players. The storyline on this game should be and will be focused on Detroit starter Casey Mize (0-0, 6.23 ERA) who had seven K's in 4.2 innings in his debut against the White Sox. Mize was the top pick from Auburn in the 2018 draft an has career ERA of 2.76 in 26 minor league starts. He will be opposed by Chicago's Alec Mills (2-2, 4.76) coming off his worst outing this season he will be facing Detroit for the first time. Cubbies started 13-3 but their bats have caught a virus and they are 3-7 in last 10 and add that they are 5-13 in the last 18 meetings with the Tigers. Of course tigers will aways get the best of cubs especially when they are hurting. Take DETROIT! |
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08-24-20 | Pacers v. Heat -6 | 87-99 | Win | 100 | 8 h 27 m | Show | |
Indiana vs Miami 6:30 ET Heat (-) over Pacers- Indiana has given it the good 'old college try' but injuries have taken the blood and guts out of this team. Entering this series the Pacers actually had a better record than Miami but they don't look like they belong on the same floor especially on offense. Although Indiana is tough going 6-2 ATS after a straight-up loss, they are 0-5-1 ATS in their last six games as playoff underdogs. The Heat are 5-1 ATS in the last six meetings and 5-0 ATS in their last five playoff games as favorites. Take MIAMI! |
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08-24-20 | Rockets v. Thunder +3.5 | Top | 114-117 | Win | 100 | 6 h 24 m | Show |
Houston vs Oklahoma City 4:00 ET Thunder (+) over Rockets- As I said last time out the Rockets hot shooting would taper off and it did in Game 3. The question here is has Houston recovered enough after having fallen off with their 3-point shooting. OKC had won five straight in the series until these playoffs and it seems Houston has been saving it all up for this but the Thunder responded with a win in Game 3 and this game will show which club has more character. The Thunder were one of the league's biggest surprises this season and had the best ATS record in the NBA and with desperate times at hand they will respond. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! |
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08-23-20 | Nuggets +3.5 v. Jazz | 127-129 | Win | 100 | 11 h 4 m | Show | |
Denver vs Utah 4:00 ET Here's a team that has had defensive issues all season now have problem with they are beat at and that is shooting the ball. The Nuggets have fallen behind early and then have difficulty finding their rhythm after the slow start. Rudy Gobert has taken over with his power game and Denver doesn't seem to have an answer. Utah has 'covered' the number in the past two victories by 59 points but had dropped four straight to Denver before this current two-game domination. After the way the Nuggets were steamrolled the past two contests makes me believe if that have any professionalism at all baring injury they will be ready to play.Take DENVER! |
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08-23-20 | Raptors v. Nets +13.5 | 150-122 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 53 m | Show | |
Toronto vs Brooklyn 1:30 ET Nets (+) over Raptors- Brooklyn has shown the Raptors that they can play and Toronto is taking nothing for granted as they look to prove last season was no fluke. The Raptors like the spacing of games as they are 44-20 ATS on one day's rest and they are 10-3 ATS in their last 13. The Nets have played themselves well with one day's rest going 16-6 ATS but are just 1-6 in last seven playoff games as underdogs but with show up today as the Raptors coast. Take BROOKLYN! |
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08-23-20 | Angels +120 v. A's | Top | 4-5 | Loss | -100 | 5 h 21 m | Show |
L.A. Angels at Oakland 4:10 ET Angels over A's- You know winning my Megabucks yesterday was fine, but to blow a pair of games in extra innings with leads (Boston) in the 10th and the Phillies blow a late four-run lead at Atalanta. Okay enough of that, well almost and I'm pissed two days ago with the Angels blowing a ninth inning lead to the A's. Okay, now...Dylan Bundy (3-2, 2.48 ERA) will start for L.A. And he is off a beating by the Giants while Oakland will start Frankie Montas (2-2, 4.74) who's control hasn't hit the mark yet. Montas was rocked by Arizona last time out as he complained of upper back stiffness. Take L.A. ANGELS! |
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08-23-20 | Astros v. Padres +105 | 3-5 | Win | 105 | 5 h 15 m | Show | |
Houston at San Diego 4:10 ET Padres over Astros- Now this is scary for a number of reasons. To start with Zack Greinke (1-0, 1.84 ERA) who has not only been outstanding this season but during his entire career against San Diego. Just, get a drift of this, he is 13-3 with a 2.37 ERA and a WHIP of 0.918. The Padres who lead the NL in homers with 54 in 29 games have hit five with the bases loaded and won six straight games. Houston should continue to struggle on the road 5-8 while Pods are 10-4 as hosts. Take the hot team over the hot pitcher. Take SAN DIEGO! |
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08-23-20 | Clippers v. Mavs +8 | 133-135 | Win | 102 | 6 h 40 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers vs Dallas 9:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Clippers- The Clippers closed out an impressive win over the Mavericks as Luke Donic turned his ankle ans sat out the fourth quarter. Despite that win the Clippers are just 3-7 ATS as playoff favorites and that about the worst I can say about them...really. The trends supporting LA here is very compelling and the Mavericks trends will make you turn away. But, with or without Doncic coach Rick Carlisle will keep them prepared. Take DALLAS! |
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08-23-20 | White Sox v. Cubs -172 | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 3 h 21 m | Show | |
Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs 2:00 ET Cubs over White Sox- I hate playing a club that is on a downslide and the Cubs fit that bill having lost their last two and seven of their last 10. The White Sox are on the other end having won their last seven and will start Dylan Cease (4-1, 3.16 ERA) who has won his last four starts with an ERA of 1.93. The Cubs are going with Yu Darvish (4-1, 1.80) and he is at his best since coming to the Cubs and is 3-1 with a 1.96 ERA at home. Take the CUBS! |
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08-22-20 | Rangers v. Mariners -134 | Top | 1-10 | Win | 100 | 10 h 27 m | Show |
Texas at Seattle 9:10 ET Mariners over Rangers- The lowly Mariners have a ray of hope in youngster Justus Sheffield (1-2, 4.12 ERA) who finally posted his first MLB win after nine big league starts. Texas will start Jordan Lyles (1-2, 7.52) who has allowed 10 earned runs in his last two starts and he is 1-2 with a 5.17 ERA against Seattle. Texas has dropped six straight and is 4-10 against left-handers and 1-6 as road dogs. Take SEATTLE! |
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08-22-20 | Lakers -7.5 v. Blazers | 116-108 | Win | 100 | 9 h 30 m | Show | |
L.A. Lakers vs Portland 8:30 ET Lakers (-) over Trailblazers- Portland is the team that many feel can knock the Lakers out of the playoffs as they have given Los Angeles fits over the years going 47-23 ATS in the last 70 regular season meetings. But, this is the playoffs and the Lakers got their 'wakeup' call in Game 1 which was their sixth straight ATS loss to the Blazers. Lillard is hurting and LA gets serious. Take the LAKERS! |
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08-22-20 | Red Sox -108 v. Orioles | 4-5 | Loss | -108 | 9 h 37 m | Show | |
Boston at Baltimore 7:35 ET Red Sox over Orioles- When you are hot you're hot and when you are not you're not. Boston when ended a nine-game losing streak with a win over Philadelphia and now two more over Baltimore and have a 3-game win streak working. The Red Sox will start Martin Perez (2-3, 4.07 ERA) who is 4-5 with a 5.19 ERA against the O's. The Birds will start Alex Cobb (1-2, 3.76) who is 8-6 with a 3.73 ERA lifetime against the Red Sox. Boston is 4-1 in their last five games when favored while Baltimore is 18-39 in their last 57 games against left-handers and jus 340-70 at home. Take BOSTON! |
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08-22-20 | Phillies -110 v. Braves | 5-6 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 19 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Atlanta 7:10 ET Phillies over Braves- Atlanta will start Robbie Erlin (0-0, 5.40 ERA) who was released by Pittsburgh the weakest team in baseball two weeks ago and now starts for the Braves. Do you realize how bad you have to be in order to get released by the Pirates? His mound opponent for the Phillies will be Zach Wheeler (3-0, 2.81) who is like a new man after being signed by Philadelphia as a free agent. Although the Phillies are just 4-11 in their last 15 games in Atlanta and 3-13 in their last 16 road games they have enough to beat the Braves tonight. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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08-22-20 | Rockets v. Thunder +2.5 | Top | 107-119 | Win | 100 | 6 h 11 m | Show |
L.A. Lakers vs Portland 8:30 ET Lakers (-) over Trailblazers- Portland is the team that many feel can knock the Lakers out of the playoffs as they have given Los Angeles fits over the years going 47-23 ATS in the last 70 regular season meetings. But, this is the playoffs and the Lakers got their 'wakeup' call in Game 1 which was their sixth straight ATS loss to the Blazers. Lillard is hurting and LA gets serious. Take the LAKERS! |
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08-21-20 | Angels -120 v. A's | Top | 3-5 | Loss | -120 | 11 h 17 m | Show |
L.A. Angels at Oakland 9:40 ET Angels over A's- Talk about a 'Don't make sense' line on a game this is it today. Andrew Heaney (1-1, 4.74 ERA) was the Angels opening bday starter and things haven't gone as well as he had hoped. Los Angeles has lost four of his five starts to date and he opened the favorite against Oakland who has the best record in the AL and are 11-3 at home and yet an underdog here. Mike Fiers (2-1, 5.96) get his sixth start of the year and his third against the Angels and is 0-1 surrendering nine runs in 7.2 innings. He has allowed seven home runs the second most in the AL. Take the ANGELS! |
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08-21-20 | Clippers v. Mavs +5 | 130-122 | Loss | -102 | 10 h 42 m | Show | |
L.A. Clippers vs Dallas 9:00 ET Mavericks (+) over Clippers- Dallas closed out an impressive win over the Clippers despite 35 points from Leonard as the Mavs shot 45% from 3-point land. L.A. Has been consistent in as much that them bounce back from defeat as they are 19-7 after an ATS loss and more impressively are 8-1 ATS after bad loss of over 10 points. But, after Porzingis was thrown out of Game one overtime loss the Mavericks came together. Take DALLAS! |
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08-21-20 | White Sox -107 v. Cubs | 10-1 | Win | 100 | 9 h 25 m | Show | |
Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs 8:15 ET White Sox over Cubs- A great 'Windy City' matchup has the run-away division leader Cubs hosting their cross town rival the White Sox. The AL Sox will send Dallas Keuchel (3-2, 3.07 ERA) to the hill and he will be opposed by veteran ace Jon Lester (2-0, 2.74) who is as sharp as ever and carries a lifetime 11-6 with a 4.02 ERA in 19 career starts against his rivals. Keuchel is 9-7 in inter-league play with a 2.97 ERA) who gets the win today. Take the WHITE SOX! |
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08-21-20 | Phillies +100 v. Braves | 2-11 | Loss | -100 | 9 h 33 m | Show | |
Philadelphia at Atlanta 7:10 ET Phillies over Braves- Okay, here it is, both clubs are starting their aces as the first place and home town Braves send Max Fried (3-0, 1.24 ERA) who hasn't given up a run in his last two starts. Philadelphia will start Aaron Nola (2-1, 2.05) who has like Fried thrown 13 straight scoreless innings is 11-5 with a 2.82 ERA in 19 career starts against Atlanta. Fried is 2-2 with a 4.55 ERA lifetime against the Phillies. The fact that the visitor is just 4-10 at Atlanta and yet are favored over the Braves ace gives me pause to wonder why Nola is favored here. Add that Philly is 2-4 on the road and Atlanta 8-3 at home gives me the visitor that with this line. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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08-21-20 | Celtics v. 76ers +6 | Top | 102-94 | Loss | -107 | 8 h 0 m | Show |
Boston vs Philadelphia 6:30 ET 76ers (+) over Celtics- It really doesn't look the 76ers can play with Boston in this series. Joel Embiid is a one man gang but that hasn't been enough as they have dropped the first two scoring 101 points in both losses. The Sixers bench has not picked up the slack left since Ben Simmons went down but I expect more from them in Game 3. Philly is 5-1 ATS after a loss of 10-points or more. Take PHILADELPHIA! |
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08-20-20 | Blazers v. Lakers -6.5 | 88-111 | Win | 100 | 10 h 22 m | Show | |
Portland vs L.A. Lakers Lakers (-) over Trailblazers- Was it me or do the Lakers seem 'distant' or shall I say distracted as they never were able to exploit their dominating talent. The fact that it has been Portland that has given Los Angeles its biggest trouble over the years as they hold a 47-22 ATS advantage in the last 69 meetings. But, playoff action hasn't been kind to the Trailblazers as they are 11-26-2 ATS in their last 39 Conference Quarterfinal games. The Lakers are 0-6 ATS in their last six including the last five in the bubble. It's time to rise and shine. Take the LAKERS! Thank you and Good Luck! |
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08-20-20 | Reds -137 v. Cardinals | Top | 4-5 | Loss | -137 | 10 h 52 m | Show |
Cincinnati at St. Louis 8:15 ET Reds over Cardinals- St. Louis who miss 17 days because of COVID-19 outbreak last played at home on July 26 but have played eight games in five days in Chicago against the Cubs and White Sox. The Reds were also kept off the field because of a minor outbreak and missed four days themselves. The Cardinals have used 21 different pitchers in those eight games in the Windy City and 25 overall this season will start Adam Wainwright (2-0, 1.64 ERA) who has had little success against Cincinnati. He is 10-12 lifetime with a 5.25 ERA and was 1-1 with a 6.75 ERA last season in three starts. The Reds will start Sonny Gray (4-1, 2.05) who has allowed one run or fewer in four of five starts and he is 1-1 with a 1.08 ERA in three career starts against the Red Birds. Take CINCINNATI. Thank you and Good luck! |
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08-20-20 | Red Sox -134 v. Orioles | 7-1 | Win | 100 | 8 h 13 m | Show | |
Boston at Baltimore 7:35 ET Red Sox over Orioles- Boston is just where I love to see them...at the bottom of the heap as they have the fewest wins in the AL and are just 2-8 on the road. Yet, we seen the smelly Sox a favorite on the road here. Granted it is just the Orioles but Baltimore is a much improved club and is currently at 12-12 but are just 4-9 at home. They will start World Series hero Nathan Eovaldi (1-2, 5.93 ERA) who is 4-1 lifetime against the O's and Boston is 20-6 in their last 25 meetings in Baltimore and they are 25-9 as road favorites! Take BOSTON! |
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08-20-20 | Brewers v. Twins -101 | 1-7 | Win | 100 | 7 h 20 m | Show | |
Milwaukee at Minnesota 7:10 ET Twins over Brewers- Interesting pitching matchup as the Twins send Jose Barrios (1-3, 5.92 ERA) to the mound and his counterpart will be the Brewers Brandon Woodruff (1-1, 3.16). Barrios hasn't found his groove yet as his control has been spotty where as Woodruff is one of the hardest throwers in baseball and has 30 K's in 25.2 innings but is 0-1 in his only start against Minnesota. Brewers were no-hit for eight innings before losing in 10 last night and are just 2-5 in the last seven meetings. Take MINNESOTA |
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08-20-20 | Magic v. Bucks -12.5 | 96-111 | Win | 100 | 7 h 9 m | Show | |
Orlando vs Milwaukee 6:00 ET Bucks (-) over Magic- The Magic preformed a trick in Game 1 that few though possible as they un set the league's No. 1 seed 122-110. Orlando scored Milwaukee in every offensive category as the Bucks just didn't have the fire needed to win in the NBA. The Magic have been playing well and are 7-2 as underdogs and 13-5 ATS in their last 18 overall. But, Milwaukee is 5-0 ATS after a double-digit loss and 9-4 ATS as playoff favorites. Add that they are 31-14 ATS after a straight-up loss. Take the BUCKS! Thank You and Good Luck! |
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08-20-20 | Thunder +2.5 v. Rockets | Top | 98-111 | Loss | -110 | 5 h 55 m | Show |
Oklahoma City vs Houston 3:30 ET Thunder (+) over Rockets- Houston did their thing in Game 1 taking 52 3-point shots and when they are falling they are difficult to beat. The surprising Thunder weren't expected to be where they are at this time and will be ready for the Rockets who the have defeated five of the last six meetings. OKC has been under-rated all season and is 41-20 ATS in their last 61 games as underdogs and 10-2 ATS following a loss of 10 points. Houston is just 3-8 ATS in their last 11 as favorites and 4-9 after scoring more than 100 points. Take OKLAHOMA CITY! Thank you and Good Luck! |
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08-19-20 | Diamondbacks +149 v. A's | 1-4 | Loss | -100 | 10 h 54 m | Show | |
Arizona at Oakland 9:40 ET Diamondbacks over A's- Arizona started the year 3-8 and looked like an also-ran before the season was even two weeks old, but a turn around has them 10-3 since including winning their last six. Merrill Kelly (3-1, 1.71 ERA) is 7-2 with a 1.97 ERA in his last nine starts and has not allowed a run in his last 11 innings pitched. Oakland who is 9-3 at home will start Jesus Luzardo (1-0, 4.79) who was bombed by the Giants his last time out but received no decision. A's just 5-11 against the NL West. Take ARIZONA! |