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08-28-21 | Ravens v. Washington Football Team +4 | Top | 37-3 | Loss | -102 | 58 h 30 m | Show |
My 10* NFLX Game of the Week is on the Was FB Team at 6:00 ET. Washington is 1-1 SU and 0-2 ATS in the preseason. Baltimore is 2-0 SU/ATS so far in the preseason. The Ravens have now won 19 straight pre-season games in a row. That's remarkable, but as the old saying goes, "all good things have to come to an end." I understand that John Harbaugh takes the preseason more seriously than other coaches. I get it. Clearly, he does with a 19 game winning streak on the line. But I don't think Harbaugh could care less about setting any preseason records. Tyler Huntley is expected to see most of the time for Baltimore under center in this one. Last week he had 187 yards and an INT. Washington has much more to work on than Harbaugh and the Ravens. The Football team is off a decent 17-13 win over the Bengals in Week 2 and I believe they'll be out to finish up the preseason strong. Ryan Fitzpatrick continues to play with a chip on his shoulder, as the veteran finished for 96 yards. Taylor Heinicke had 80 yards passing, while RB Jaret Patterson had 71 rushing yards and a TD. I think Washington will be out to not only build on their win from last week, but to also snap the Ravens' preseason streak, and make sure they don't get the record here on their own field. Lastly, note that The Football Team is still 5-1 ATS in its last six as an underdog. Outright win? Definitely not out of the realm of possibility in my opinion. However, my official recommendation will be to grab as many points as you can. Good luck...Larry |
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08-27-21 | Yankees v. A's +133 | Top | 8-2 | Loss | -100 | 15 h 38 m | Show |
My 9* Las Vegas Insider is on the Oak A's at 9:40 ET. The Yankees keep winning. The A's keep losing ground. Oakland made it close, but it was "no cigar" in the end for the home side in yesterday's series opener, as the A's fell 6-5 to the "Evil Empire." Streaks, both winning and losing, don't last forever. I say today is the day that the Yanks take a mental step back. New York hands the ball to Gerrit Cole (12-6, 2.92 ERA), who went six scoreless against the Twins in his last outing. Overall, Cole has been sharp this season. I have a difficult time finding anything negative to say about him, so I've decided I won't bother trying. The bottom line is, I simply feel that Cole (and the Yanks), are now finally in the wrong spot at the wrong time. The home side counters with Sean Manaea (8-8, 3.77), who gave up two runs and struck out three over five innings in a no-decision to the league-leading Giants in his last outing. It's been a poor August for Manaea, but a decent season overall. He'll look to build off his last effort, note that he's 4-3 with a 3.61 ERA at home this year. I say the Yanks aren't as good as their current win streak would indicate, while the A's are much better than their current scuffling slide shows as well. I look for the hungry home side to dig deep and find a way to deliver in this important contest on Friday night. The play is Oakland. Good luck...Larry |
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08-27-21 | Steelers v. Panthers -3.5 | Top | 9-34 | Win | 100 | 9 h 19 m | Show |
My 9* Weekly Wipeout is on the Car Panthers at 7:10 ET. It's going to be a different regular season. We now have 17 games in the regular season, while just the three in the preseason. This though will actually be the Steelers' fourth game. They played in the Hall of Fame Game, and so they come into this meaningless final preseason contest having already gone a perfect 3-0 straight up and 2-1 against the spread. They beat the Lions 26-20 last weekend but were unable to cover the seven-point spread. But regardless, I think that Mike Tomlin has seen enough. Look for Pittsburgh to just go through the motions here in Carolina this weekend. But for the Panthers, they could really use something positive before heading into the regular season after starting out the preseason by going 0-2 straight up and against the spread. This one simply means MORE to Matt Rhule and the home side. And in this meaningless Week 3 preseason NFL contest, I think that's going to be the difference-maker. Mason Rudolph looked pretty good against a poor Lions team last time out for the Steelers. He saw most of the time in that one, meaning that Dwayne Haskins will likely see most of the time today under center for Pittsburgh. On the other side of the field, the Panthers lost their second straight preseason game, falling 20-3 to Baltimore. Will Grier was efficient though, going 11 of 14 for 144 yards passing. Pittsburgh faded down the stretch there against the Lions last week as it allowed two meaningless touchdowns really late to let Detroit sneak in through the back door. And as I said off the top, I think it'll just go through the motions here as well today. There's nothing left to prove, to figure out, or to play for today for the visiting side. While as I've also outlined, this one sure does mean much more to the winless home side. Albeit winless in the preseason. That's my read in this one. I expect Carolina to keep the foot on the gas from start to finish. Lay the short points. Good luck...Larry |
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08-27-21 | Reds -138 v. Marlins | Top | 6-0 | Win | 100 | 12 h 16 m | Show |
My 10* Grand Slam is on the Cin Reds at 7:10 ET. The Reds are very much in the hunt for the second Wildcard spot. Here's a favorable matchup which I think they can take advantage of. In this first game anyways. The visiting side hands the ball to Wade Miley (10-4, 2.88 ERA), while the home side counters with rookie Zach Thompson (2-5, 2.97). Cincinnati has won five of its last seven games. Miley is 2-2 with a 1.86 ERA in six career starts against Miami. The Reds have also gone a sharp 15-8 in all of Miley's starts this season. And at this time of year, his veteran knowledge is invaluable. The Marlins on the other hand have lost seven of Thompson's last eight starts. His ERA has been steadily climbing over the last three months. Miami will also be without center fielder Lewis Brinson tonight, who left yesterday's 7-5 win over the Nationals with a sprained left thumb. It's a perfect storm of factors working in favor of Miley and the Reds today. The price is great in my opinion considering all of the above situational and trend based stats working in favor of the visiting tonight. Lay the price, the play is the Reds. Good luck...Larry |
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08-26-21 | Yankees v. A's +101 | Top | 7-6 | Loss | -100 | 15 h 54 m | Show |
My 10* Oddsmaker's Error "Best of the Best" is on the Oak A's at 9:40 ET. The storyline heading into this one is that the Yanks are on fire. They've won 11 straight. Can anyone say "letdown" spot? New York has admittedly looked great since the All-Star break, but a late night West coast road game here against this now desperate A's team is not what the doctor ordered for the Yankees to keep the good times rolling in my opinion. For argument's sake, I think these starting pitchers are completely even. Jameson Taillon (8-4, 3.94 ERA) has been superb ever since he came over to New York. And James Kaprielian (7-4, 3.25) has been a consistent bright spot for Oakland all season long. It would not be hard to write a convincing argument for either of these starters to step up here and dominate. This pick is a situational one for me. I think the desperate home side (which is 7-2 in its last nine home games as a home underdog in the +101 to +110 range) is the correct call. All things considered, I believe this to be the very definition of "great line value." The play is Oakland. Good luck...Larry |
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08-26-21 | Giants -123 v. Mets | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 12 h 48 m | Show | |
My 8* Las Vegas Insider is on the SF Giants at 7:10 ET. San Francisco owns the best record in the league. It's on a mission to finish ahead of the Dodgers it appears, who also just keep on winning. The Giants have won seven of their last ten, including four in a row. That includes yesterday's series opening victory by a score of 3-2. Of course, at some point San Francisco will have a bit of a letdown, but I don't think that'll be today in this favorable starting pitching matchup. The visitors hands the ball to Alex Wood (10-4, 4.11 ERA), who is off a loss to the A's on Friday, allowing two runs over five innings. He struck out nine. Wood hasn't been at his best over the last month, but he'll look to turn things around againts the soft-hitting Mets on the road, a place where he's 3-2 with a 4.29 ERA in. The home side counters with the volatile Carlos Carrasco (0-2, 8.82), who has given up at least three runs in three straight games. Unfortunately, a date at home is not what the doctor ordered for Carrasco here to get back on track, as he's 0-1 with a ballooned 14.14 ERA in friendly confines. Get down on this one as quickly as you can, as the price is sure to creep higher and higher before this one starts. And for good reason! The play is San Francisco. Good luck...Larry |
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08-26-21 | White Sox -104 v. Blue Jays | Top | 10-7 | Win | 100 | 9 h 40 m | Show |
My 9* Getaway Day Game of the Week is on the Chi White Sox at 3:07 ET. Both teams need victories. Toronto won the opener of this four-game series by a score of 2-1. Chicago then took the second game by a score of 5-2. The Jays then rallied and held on for a 3-1 victory last night. These teams have been trading wins throughout this series and I expect that trend to continue here. The White Sox hand the ball to Carlos Rodon (9-5, 2.38 ERA), who is off the ten-day IL and who threw a bullpen session earlier in the week. Rodon has to be feeling confident here, as he's 6-2 with a 2.21 ERA away from friendly confines this season. The home side counters with Hyun Jin Ryu (12-6, 3.54), who owns a 111/29 K/W over 140 innings of work this season. He's off a dominant win over the Tigers on Saturday, holding them scoreless over seven. These starters are a "wash" in my opinion. And in a scenario like that, I feel that the value swings to the undervalued underdog. Also note that the White Sox are 7-2 in their last nine in trying to revenge a road loss against an opponent in which they were held to one or less runs. Look for Chicago to get back into the win column after yesterday's loss. Good luck...Larry |
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08-25-21 | Dodgers v. Padres +134 | Top | 5-3 | Loss | -100 | 15 h 5 m | Show |
My 9* NL Rivalry Game of the Month is on the SD Padres at 10:10 ET. The Padres have lost eight of ten, including two in a row. That includes a 5-2 loss here to the Dodgers in yesterday's series Opener. The Dodgers have won nine of their last ten. One of these teams enters Wednesday's contest feeling pretty good about itself. The other, not so much. I believe this one does finally set up well for the desperate Padres though. The defending champs hand the ball to Walker Buehler (13-2, 2.11 ERA), who gave up two runs over seven innings in a win over the Mets on Friday. Difficult to say anything negative at all about Buehler, so I won't bother. I just feel that San Diego starter Blake Snell (6-5, 4.82), will be able to match Buehler inning for inning. Snell is 1-0 with a 2.35 ERA in three starts against the Dodgers already this year (and in 28 1/3 innings against them lifetime, he's posted a tiny 2.30 ERA.) Look for the revenge-minded and desperate Padres to finally deliver a quality victory (and at a great price!) The play is San Diego. Good luck...Larry |
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08-25-21 | Twins v. Red Sox UNDER 10.5 | Top | 9-6 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 20 m | Show |
My 10* Situational Stunner O/U is on Min/Bos Under at 7:10 ET. These team's played to a higher-scoring affair in Boston's 11-9 victory yesterday, but I expect much more of a "duel" here on Wednesday night. The Twins hand the ball to Bailey Ober (1-2, 4.38 ERA), who gave up two runs over six innings in what turned out to be an unfortunate loss to the Indians on Tuesday. With his last start skipped over, Ober comes in extra fresh here and I say that matters. The home side counters with Nick Pivetta (9-6, 4.43), who is off an outing to forget against the Yankees, allowing four runs over just 1.2 innings last Wednesday. It was literally the shortest outing of his professional career. Previous to that dud, Pivetta had pitched back-to-back gems. I think the veteran will bounce back at home here in this favorable matchup. Finally, note that the Twins have seen the total go under the number in seven of their last ten in trying to revenge a road loss against an opponent in which they conceded ten or more runs in. This number is high, the play is the under. Good luck...Larry |
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08-25-21 | White Sox v. Blue Jays -117 | Top | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 58 m | Show |
My 9* Weekly Wipeout is on the Tor Blue Jays at 7:07 ET. I've played the White Sox over the first two games of this series. The Jays won the first game (so I lost with that one), while the Sox then bounced back with a 5-2 victory on Tuesday. In the finale of this AL series on Wednesday, I like the home side to bounce back and answer. The White Sox hand the ball to Lucas Giolito (9-9, 3.77 ERA), who is off a no-decision to the Rays on Friday, allowing two runs over seven innings. Giolito has been sharp since the All Star break, but I simply feel he's in the wrong place at the wrong time today vs. this revenge-minded Jays side. Toronto counters with Robbie Ray (9-5, 2.79), who gave up on e run and struck out 11 over eight innings in an unfortunate no-decision to the Tigers on Friday. Over 145.1 innings of work the right-handers owns a sharp 178/36 K/W. I like Ray to come out with a chip on his shoulder here after getting a no-decision for his superb effort last time out. Toronto is 8-2 in its last ten in trying to revenge a home loss against an opponent in which it was held to two or less runs. Expect this strong trend to continue on Wednesday. Great value here on the hungry Blue Jays. Good luck...Larry |
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08-24-21 | Yankees v. Braves UNDER 9.5 | Top | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 13 h 50 m | Show |
My MLB 10* Total of the Week is on the NYY/Atl Under at 7:20 ET. These teams played to a lower-scoring affair last night, and everything points to another tight affair this evening. New York hands the ball to Andrew Heaney, while Atlanta counters with Charlie Morton. Heaney (8-8, 5.51 ERA) is coming off his strongest outing yet for the Yanks out of five tries, allowing one run over seven innings in a victory over the Red Sox. Morton (12-4, 3.47), is 4-2 with a 3.59 ERA in 11 career starts against New York. These teams have been under machines of late and I expect that trend to carry over for at least one more game. Morton has in fact allowed three or fewer runs in each of his last four starts. I think Heaney will continue his progression as well. Look for these two competent starters to throw into the latter frames and as a result, expect this total to once again stay under the posted number. Good luck...Larry |
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08-24-21 | White Sox +116 v. Blue Jays | Top | 5-2 | Win | 116 | 12 h 15 m | Show |
The 3rd pick in my STP is a 9* on the Chi White Sox at 7:07 ET. I had a play on Chicago, and while that one came up short, I believe the hungry White Sox will rally and find a way to bounce back here North of the border on Tuesday. The visitors hand the ball to Dylan Cease (9-6, 4.06 ERA), who allowed three runs and struck out five over six innings on Thursday against the Athletics. He received a no-decision, but it was his third quality start in his las five outings. Over 130.2 innings of work, Cease has posted 170 K's and 53 walks. He'll be opposed by Jose Berrios (1-1, 3.86), who is also off a no-decision in his last trip to the hill, allowing three runs over five innings against the Nationals on Wednesday. So far he owns a 19/8 K/W over 21.1 innings since coming over from Minnesota. Despite the setback last night, the White Sox are still 9-4 in their last 13 on the road against Toronto in this building. There's no doubt that Berrios is tough, but Chicago is no stranger to his performances after he spent so long in the AL Central. I'm banking on Cease and the White Sox getting back into the winners circle here. Great value on the undervalued underdog. Good luck...Larry |
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08-24-21 | Rays v. Phillies +107 | 3-1 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 17 m | Show | |
The 2nd pick of my STP is an 8* the Phi Phillies at 7:05 ET. The Phillies are healthy. They haven't been playing great. They need to start winning games immediately though if they have any shot at a Wildcard. They're off a 7-5 win at San Diego on Sunday night and I say they carry that momentum over here. The Rays continue to overachieve, as they have a slew of injuries right now. I say this finally catches up to them this evening on the road in this interleague matchup. The visiting side hands the ball to Drew Rasmussen (1-1, 3.64 ERA), who is in the rotation today out of necessity. He has bounced around in many different roles. I simply feel he's in over his head here on the road against this desperate Phillies side. The home side counters with Ranger Suarez (5-4, 1.47), who gave up three runs and struck out two over 4.2 innings in a 4-2 loss to the Diamondbacks on Wednesday. He's 4-0 with a 1.37 ERA at home this season. All things considered, I would call this the very definition of "great line value." The play is Philadelphia. Good luck...Larry |
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08-24-21 | Mariners v. A's -137 | 5-1 | Loss | -137 | 9 h 55 m | Show | |
The 1st pick of my STP is a 7* on the Oak A's at 3:37 ET. The A's can't afford to lose any more games. They've lost seven of ten, including three in a row. That includes the opener of this series with Seattle as well by a score of 5-3 yesterday. The Mariners are now only two games back of Oakland in the Wildcard race. Enough is enough though as far as the A's are concerned. I think the home side will dig deep and finally get off the schneid this afternoon though. The visitors go with Chris Flexen (10-5, 3.65 ERA), who continued his strong rookie season against the Rangers on Thursday, allowing two runs while striking out five over seven innings. Flexen has been fantastic. One thing I'll point out though, while he does sport a great 4-1 win/loss record on the road, his ERA goes from 2.72 at home, to a poor 5.01 away from friendly confines. The home side counters with Cole Irving (9-11, 3.57), who gave up three runs over six innings in a win over the White Sox on Thursday. Irvin hasn't been at his best of late, but I don't think there's any reason to hit the panic button. Oakland is 7-2 in its last nine after three or more consecutive losses in a row. Expect this strong trend to continue here in this crucial contest. Lay the price, the play is the A's. Good luck...Larry |
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08-23-21 | Mariners +116 v. A's | Top | 5-3 | Win | 116 | 14 h 15 m | Show |
My 10* Division Game of the Month (AL West) is on the Sea Mariners at 9:40 ET. This is an interesting series and matchup. Marco Gonzalez is flying "under the radar" here though, and while most of the public will likely back the home side Athletics at this price, it's my opinion that the value actually lies on the visiting side today. Oakland is now 3.5 games back of Houston in the West, while the Mariners sit three games back of the Athletics. Seattle has to be feeling confident it can make up ground with Gonzalez (5-5, 4.10 ERA) on the mound, as he's gone 2-0 with a minuscule 0.67 ERA in four August starts. He's unbeaten over his last seven trips to the hill, going 4-0 with a 1.87 ERA since early July. That included a home win over the A's in late July. He's 6-3 with a 3.77 ERA in 13 career appearances against Oakland. The A's counter with the volatile Paul Blackburn (0-1, 5.06), who is in the rotation out of necessity with Chris Bassitt now on the injured list. Blackburn is 1-1 with a 7.20 ERA in two career starts against Seattle. Oakland's bullpen was terrible over the weekend in losses in San Francisco. I say Seattle takes advantage. And with the clearly superior starter on the mound, there's no doubt in my mind that we're definitely getting great value on Seattle here. And that's the play, the Mariners. Good luck...Larry |
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08-23-21 | Jaguars v. Saints -4 | Top | 21-23 | Loss | -108 | 14 h 42 m | Show |
My 10* MNF Magic Play is on the NO Saints at 8:00 ET. After this, there's only one week left in the NFLX preseason. New Orleans is off a tough 17-14 Week 1 loss at Baltimore, but I think it'll rebound and give a bigger effort here in Week 2 at home. Jacksonsville fell 23-13 at home to Cleveland. Remember, Urban Meyer is the new head coach of the Jaguars. The Jags' defense looked shaky, allowing 319 passing yards to Cleveland. Last year Jacksonville conceded 264.4 yards passing per game, which ranked 24th in the league. Jacksonville rookie QB Trevor Lawrence was six of nine for 71 yards. The Saints can pin their loss on sloppy play last week, as they committed eight turnovers on offense. Last year the Saints averaged just 1.2 turnovers per game last year. New Orleans' QB Jameis Winston was 7 of 12 for 96 yards and a touchdown. I think New Orleans will clean up its play here though, and that'll be the differene in the end. Jacksonville has so many things to work on, that it's disorginaztion will lead to another poor collective effort. Look for the Saints' defense to take advantage at home and for New Orleans' more experienced offensive unit to do the rest. Lay the points, the play is New Orleans. Good luck...Larry |
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08-23-21 | White Sox -107 v. Blue Jays | Top | 1-2 | Loss | -107 | 12 h 35 m | Show |
My 9* Las Vegas Insider is on the Chi White Sox at 7:07 ET. Both teams have been scuffling. Both teams are desperate for victories. Each has plenty of issues to work on. The bottom line for this pick though, is that I think we're getting great value here on Lance Lynn the veteran. Lynn (10-3, 2.26 ERA) was ejected from his latest outing against the A's on Wednesday. He gave up one run and struck out four over four innings. The umpires wanted to check his gear for foreign substances, and Lynn lost it and threw his gear out onto the field, which led to the ejection. It was the first such thing to ever happen to him. Note that Lynn is 4-1 with a 2.50 ERA on the road this season. The home side counters with Alek Manoah (5-2, 3.34), who has been reinstated off the bereavement list. Manoah has been great in his rookie season, but will this off-field, real World distraction throw a monkey wrench into his current form/chemistry? As I say, I trust Lynn the veteran here. Lynn's throwing a chip on his shoulder as well after the most recent ejection. Manoah could still be mentally distracted here. Great value on Lynn and the hard-hitting White Sox on Monday night. Good luck...Larry |
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08-22-21 | Angels +128 v. Indians | Top | 0-3 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 55 m | Show |
My 10* Sunday Night Game of the Month is on the LA Angels at 7:10 ET. It's not the most exciting Sunday night matchup, but I really like the way this one sets up for the revenge-minded Angels, who will be eager to avoid the three-game series sweep. The visitors hand the ball to Jose Suarez (5-6, 3.88 ERA), who gave up two runs and struck out six over five innings in a loss to the Yankees on Monday. Suarez has struggled of late, but he has to be feeling confident here, as note that he's 0-3 with a 5.68 ERA at home, while going 5-3 with a 3.07 ERA on the road. The home side counters with Cal Quantrill (3-2, 3.24), who gave up three runs off eight hits over five innings in what turned out to be a no-decision to the Twins. Quantrill's been sharp. It's difficult to say anything negative about him. I'm not going to bother. I simply feel that he's in the wrong place at the wrong time here. I believe that Suarez can match Qunatrill inning for innings, and in a scenario like that, the value swings to the hungry and undervalued underdog. LA is 7-2 in its last nine in trying to revenge back-to-back road losses against an opponent. Look for that strong trend to continue here. The play is the Angels. Good luck...Larry |
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08-22-21 | Giants +101 v. A's | Top | 2-1 | Win | 101 | 8 h 15 m | Show |
My 9* 'Battle 4 the Bay' Part 2 is on the SF Giants at 4:07 ET. The Giants came from behind to knock off the Atheltics last night. Oakland won the first game of this cross state rivalry. However, I think this one does set up well for the visiting side, who I expect to get an early lead in this one, and then never look back. The visitors hand the ball to Logan Webb (7-3, 2.92 ERA), who is off a win over the Mets on Tuesday, going eight innings and allowing two runs and sriking out eight. He's now struck out at least eight over his last three starts and he owns a sharp 1.64 ERA and 0.91 WHIP in that span. The A's counter with Frankie Montas (9-9, 4.04), who gave up three runs off eight hits with three walks over five innings in a loss to the White Sox on Monday. Overall Montas has been good this year and starts like that have been few and far between. Note though that he's just 4-6 with a 4.42 ERA at home this season. I think Webb is the correct call here. Recent form is an important factor that I always take into consideration when judging starting pitching and in my opinion, Webb is going to get the job done here. Lay the short price, the play is San Francisco. Good luck...Larry |
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08-22-21 | White Sox +115 v. Rays | Top | 0-9 | Loss | -100 | 6 h 56 m | Show |
My 9* Series 'Rubber Match' is on the Chi White Sox at 1:10 ET. The White Sox won 7-5 in extra innings in the opener of this series, before then falling here 8-4 yesterday. I like the way this one sets up for Reynaldo Lopez and the visiting side on Sunday afternoon though. Lopez (2-0, 1.08 ERA) has been fantastic in filling in for Carlos Rodon, who is out with injury. So far he's gone eight scoreless frames, allowing just two hits while striking out eight. He'll be opposed by confirmed "gas can" Chris Archer (0-1, 6.23), who has gotten the call back to the big leagues after a stint on the injured list and couple re-hab starts with Triple-A Durham. Archer has been recalled out of necessity. The bottom line is I don't trust Archer at all, and he'll be under a "short leash" anyways. Considering all of the above information, I really do feel we're getting a great price here on Chicago. And that's the play! Good luck...Larry |
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08-21-21 | Phillies v. Padres OVER 8 | Top | 3-4 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 1 m | Show |
My IL 10* Total of the Year is on Phi/SD Over at 8:40 ET. Both teams have been struggling to plate runs. The Phillies are coming in off a much-needed 4-3 win last night. That broke a four-game slide. Philadelphia has now seen the total go under in four straight and in nine of its last ten. San Diego is the one reeling now, as it's lost eight of ten, including four in a row. It's seen the total go under the number in seven of its last ten, including in its last four losses. These are two talented hitting line-ups and I think that tonight's posted total is finally a little too low. And that's because both of these starting pitchers are in poor form right now. The Phillies hand the ball to Aaron Nola (7-7, 4.48 ERA), who is 4-3 with a 3.32 ERA at home, and only 3-4 with a 5.59 ERA on the road. The home side counters with Joe Musgrove (8-8, 3.11), who was shelled for six earned runs off ten hits over five innings in a loss to Arizona last weekend. The Padres are kicking themselves for not taking advantage of the ten walks allowed last night. They're clearly desperate now. Finally note, the Padres have seen the total go over the number in seven of their last ten after playing to three or more straight unders in a row. Considering all of the above information, I do indeed feel this number is low. The play is the over. Good luck...Larry |
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08-21-21 | Lions +6.5 v. Steelers | Top | 20-26 | Win | 100 | 15 h 46 m | Show |
The 3rd pick of my STTP is a 10* on the Det Lions at 7:30 ET. The bottom line for this one is, I think this is a great overall situational play. I believe that after two straight wins to open up the NFLX preseason (Pittsburgh won in the Hall of Fame Game as well), that the Steelers are going to take the proverbial foot off the gas finally. Detroit has opened up the preseason by going 0-1. It fell 16-15 at home to the Bills last weekend. Detroit has plenty to work on in the preseason after the departure of main-stay QB Matt Stafford. The Lions actually scored 12 points in the fourth quarter last week and I think they can carry over that momentum from that final frame, to the opener of this one. Remember, this isn't a regular-season game. You can't use the same logic in this instance as you would normally handicap a regular season or playoff contest. I believe that it's foolish to judge a team based upon its form from the previous week in the preseason. Jared Goff threw for 56 yards on 7 of 9 passing and Tim Boyle had 38 yards on 8 of 15 through the air for the Lions last week. Dwayne Haskins saw the majority of the time under center last week for Pittsburgh, and he had 161 yards passing and a TD. I think he'll have his hands full today though with what I expect to be an aggressive Lions rush. I'm banking on the "hungrier" team with more to work on to at the very least, keep this one competitive down the stretch. Grab the points, the play is Detroit.Good luck...Larry |
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08-21-21 | Ravens v. Panthers +3.5 | Top | 20-3 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 18 m | Show |
The 2nd pick of my STP is 9* on the Car Panthers at 7:00 ET. Outright win? Very possible. But in a contest which could very well be decided late, I'll recommend to grab as many points as you can. The Ravens beat the Saints in Week 1 of the NFL preseason, while the Panthers are looking to rebound after losing to the Colts. The Ravens somehow managed to win last week despite posting 308 yards of offense, while allowing 366. Trace McSorley had 86 passing yards and one interception while Tyler Huntley had 79 yards passing. Once again starting quarterback Lamar Jackson won't see any time. The Panthers looked pretty good through three quarter last week, but then blew it in the fourth. They posted 313 yards and allowed 427. P.J. Walker led the Panthers with 161 passing yards and one touchdown while Will Grier had 31 passing yards. Clearly the focus for the home side will be on the defensive end this week. Last week it allowed 24 first downs. But I think we'll indeed see a better effort here in Week 2 in front of the home town crowd. The bottom line is, this is the preseason. It's not the regular season or playoffs. Judging a team's form from the previous week (whether good or bad), isn't helpful. This one definitely means a lot more to Carolina. As I say, I think the outright is possible, but in the end let's grab the points. Good luck...Larry |
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08-21-21 | Jets v. Packers +2.5 | Top | 23-14 | Loss | -107 | 12 h 44 m | Show |
The 1st pick of my STP is a 9* on the GB Packers at 4:25 ET. The Jets are 1-0. The Packers are 0-1. I say that Green Bay is the "hungrier" dog in this fight and while I certainly wouldn't rule out an outright victory, my official call on this one will be to grab as many points as you can. The Jets are coming off a satisfying 12-7 win over the Giants. Mike White had 127 yards passing, while Zach Wilson threw for 63 yards. It was an awkward victory and I think they'll struggle again with consistency today, especially in this difficult road venue, facing a determined Green Bay side that's seeking its first win of the preseason. The Packers have a lot to work on for sure after their 26-7 loss to Houston. I had the Texans in that one. Jordan Love actually looked pretty good, finishing 12 of 17 for 122 yards and a touchdown. He left with an injury though. And then Kurt Benkert would go for 88 yards and an INT the rest of the way for the Packers. Both teams will be playing backups and wannabe's today. New York though is just 1-8 ATS in its last nine as a favorite. Give me the hungrier and more determined home side in this one! Good luck...Larry |
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08-21-21 | Giants -115 v. A's | Top | 6-5 | Win | 100 | 9 h 16 m | Show |
My 9* 'Battle 4 the Bay' is on the SF Giants at 4:07 ET. I had a play on Oakland last night, but I think the league-leading Giants will respond on Saturday. The visiting side hands the ball to Kevin Gausman (12-5, 2.40 ERA), who gave up three runs and posted seven strikeouts over five innings in a win over the Mets on Monday. It was his third straight victory. Gausman had a poor July (for his lofty standards), but he's rebounded in August with three straight wins, striking out 20 over 16 frames and conceding just five runs in that span (also note that he's 6-2 with a 1.56 ERA on the road.) The A's counter with Sean Manaea (8-8, 3.77), who has been terrible in August, going 0-2 with a ballooned 12.27 ERA over three starts. The current form of these starters makes San Francisco the correct call here in my opinion. I love Gausman in this matchup, the play is the Giants. Good luck...Larry |
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08-21-21 | White Sox +123 v. Rays | Top | 4-8 | Loss | -100 | 6 h 25 m | Show |
My 9* Situational Stunner is on the Chi White Sox at 1:10 ET. I had a play on the White Sox last night. I think they'll find a way to get the job done again here on Saturday afternoon. Chicago hands the ball to Dallas Keuchel (8-6, 4.48 ERA), gave up two runs and two walks and struck out two over five innings in a victory over the dangerous Athletics on Monday. It's been a grind for Keuchel in the second half, but this was a big step in the right direction. I think he carries that momentum over here. The home side counters with Luis Patino (2-3, 4.73), who gave up two runs and two hits to go along with five walks over just three innings in no-decision to the light-hitting Twins on Sunday. I think Keuchel is the correct call here. The Twins are also 7-3 in their last ten road games as an underdog in the +115 to +135 range. Great value here on the hungry visiting side. Good luck...Larry |
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08-20-21 | Giants v. A's +110 | 1-4 | Win | 110 | 14 h 27 m | Show | |
The 3rd Pick of my STP is an 8* on the Oak A's at 9:40 ET. I think we're getting great value here on the hungry home side which just broke a four-game slide last night with a 5-4 victory at the White Sox. Conversely, after a long stretch of winnings, the league-leading Giants are desinted for a bit of a mental letdown here in this interleague contest. as their three-game win streak was just snapped in a 6-2 loss at home to the Mets in their latest action. The Giants hand the ball to Alex Wood (10-3, 4.14 ERA), while the home side counters with James Kaprielian (6-4, 3.33) It's a very even pitching matchup, but I like the way it sets up for Oakland from a situational stand point. The A's are also 8-2 in their last ten interleague home games as the underdog. As stated off the top, great value here on Oakland. Good luck...Larry |
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08-20-21 | Bengals v. Washington Football Team -4.5 | Top | 13-17 | Loss | -110 | 55 h 27 m | Show |
My 10* NFLX Game Of the Year is the Washington Football Team at 8:00 ET. This line opened -3.5. Then it was announced that Joe Burrow was not going to be playing at all for the visiting Bengals and the line climbed a few points higher. Regardless of who is under center for the Bengals, I like Washington to not only win on Friday night but to win by a comfortable margin. The Bengals are primed for an immediate letdown as well after their big win over Tampa Bay in Week 1 of the preseason, holding on for the 19-14 victory. Backup QB Kyle Shurmur had 108 yards and an interception on 12 of 19 passing while Brandon Allen threw for 77 yards and a pick as well. Washington is off a loss in New England. It was in contention in the first half, but then it took the foot off the gas. I don't expect the same thing to happen here though at home. Steven Montez has 108 yards passing, a touchdown, and an interception in the setback, while Taylor Heinicke threw for 86 yards. Ryan Fitzpatrick had 58 yards in his first game in a Washington uniform. Ron Rivera is known for taking the preseason more seriously than others, and in his first home game of the year with fans in the stands, I expect him to have his team fired up to perform. Expect this to translate into production on both sides of the field for the home side. Lay the points, the play is the Washington Football Team. Good luck...Larry |
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08-20-21 | White Sox -120 v. Rays | 7-5 | Win | 100 | 12 h 3 m | Show | |
The 1st Pick of my STP is an 8* on the Chi White Sox at 7:10 ET. Both teams hungry for a win here. I think the White Sox' advantage with this starting pitching matchup will be the difference in the end though. I like how this sets up for Lucas Giolito (9-9, 3.83 ERA), who gave up three runs over four innings, despite also striking out eight in a loss to the Yankees on Sunday. New York is crushing the ball right now, so I'm giving Giolito a "mulligan" on that one. Note that he's 5-3 with a 3.80 ERA on the road. The home side counters with the volatile Michael Wacha (2-4, 5.91), who was shelled for seven runs off 11 hits over five innings in a 12-0 loss to the Twins on Saturday. Wacha has been regressing for a while, but he's been particularly poor of late, allowing 30 hits and 18 earned runs over his last 14 frames of work. Yes, the Rays are tough at home. But this is a major starting pitching mismatch. I'm laying the short price, the play is the White Sox. Good luck...Larry |
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08-20-21 | Angels +107 v. Indians | Top | 1-9 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 1 m | Show |
The 2nd Pick of my STP is a 9* on the LA Angels at 7:10 ET. Cleveland is stumbling towards the finish line. LA though is now 62-61 and looking to build on a three-game win skein. These teams are moving in opposite directions. This is a starting pitching mismatch as well. The Angels hand the ball to Jaime Barria (2-1, 4.71 ERA), who is off a crummy outing against the Astros on Saturday, allowing three runs over three innings. He'll be feeling confident here though, as he faced Cleveland earlier in the season in relief, allowing one hit over four scoreless innings. Cleveland counters with confirmed gas-can Sam Hentges (1-4, 7.95), who allowed three runs over two innings in a fortunate no-decision to the Tigers on Saturday. LA has the momentum and the superior starter on the hill. In my opinion, this is the very definition of "great line value." The play is the Angels. Good luck...Larry |
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08-20-21 | Tigers v. Blue Jays UNDER 9.5 | Top | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 13 h 27 m | Show |
My 10* O/U Oddsmaker's Error of the Month is on Det/Tor Under at 7:07 ET. Detroit has been crushing the ball of late. It's been in several high-scoring games lately, as it's seen the total go over the number in six of its last seven, including in yesterday's 13-10 setback at home to the Angels. The Jays will be eager to return to the winners circle after losing five of their last six. That includes back-to-back road games in Washington, falling 12-6 and 8-5. Toronto has seen the total eclipse the posted number in four in a row. But I expect a duel here in the opener of this one. The Tigers hand the ball to Tyler Alexander (2-2, 4.57 ERA), who gave up four runs over five innings in a loss to the Indians last Friday. Despite the pedestrian outing, he's still posted a combined 3.77 ERA over his last three starts. But I do really like Robbie Ray. I'm not going to lay the large price on the home side, but I do expect Ray to have a big night. He's 9-5 with a 2.88 ERA this season. He most recently conceded two runs with eight strikeouts over seven innings against the Mariners. It was the southpaws fifth straight quality start. One O/U ATS trend worth mentioning sees that Jays having seen the total go under the number in eight of their last 11 after playing to three or more straight overs in a row. This number is a tad high, the play is the under. Good luck...Larry |
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08-19-21 | Patriots v. Eagles +3 | Top | 35-0 | Loss | -105 | 79 h 57 m | Show |
My 9* Las Vegas Insider is on the Phi Eagles at 7:30 ET. The preseason has changed. There are now only three weeks being played. This is significant. Traditionally Week 3 of the preseason has been the "dress rehearsal" for the "real thing." That's the game in which the starters see most of the action. But with injuries on the rise, the preseason has been cut to just three games. What effect this will have on how or when starters will see action will differ moving forward. It's going to be a "game to game" thing. And it's going to be different from one team to the next, depending on just which areas they need to work on. Philadelphia looked great in the first half of its Week 1 matchup against the Steelers, as it went into the break with a 16-7 lead. The Eagles clearly took the foot off the gas in the second half though, getting outscored 17-0 the rest of the way. However, having back-to-back home games to open the preseason is not something that I believe the Eagles will take for granted here in Week 2, and before hitting the road in their finale. Polar opposite situation for the Patriots. They were down 7-6 at home to Washington in their preseason opener last weekend, before then outscoring The Football Team 16-6 in the second half. With that satisfying come from behind win in front of the home town crowd, I just can't help but feel the Patriots are primed for a major letdown here. Handicapping preseason NFL games from a "situational" standpoint is a great place to start. And for this pick, it's also where it's going to end. Regardless of who starts, from a situational standpoint, this one sets up great for the home side in my opinion and while the outright win certainly isn't out of the question, in the end I'll recommend to grab as many points as you can. The play is Philadelphia. Good luck...Larry |
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08-19-21 | A's v. White Sox OVER 8.5 | Top | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 7 h 4 m | Show |
My 10* AL Total of the Year is on Oak/CWS Over at 2:10 ET. Oakland is second in the AL West at 68-53. Houston is 70-50. After four straight losses, clearly the A's are now desperate to get back into the winners circle. I think this desperation is going to lead to some production at the plate in the finale of this four-game series. So far Chicago has taken the first three games, winning 5-2, 9-0 and 3-2. Both starters have been decent, but I think the overall situation will lead to a higher-scoring game here finally. The A's hand the ball to Cole Irvin (8-11, 3.52 ERA), who is starting to show some cracks in the armor, most recently allowing five runs off eight hits over five innings to the lowly Rangers on Friday. The rookie has likely exceeded expectations to this point, but there's no doubt he draws a difficult assignment in a tough road venue tonight. The home side counters with Dylan Cease (9-6, 4.04), who gave up three runs in a no-decision against the Yankees on Saturday. Cease will have his hands full against this hungry Oakland team though in my estimation, as note that the Athletics have seen the total go over the number in seven of their last nine after playing to three or more straight unders in a row. The overall situation points to this contest eclipsing the posted number as it gets into the latter frames. The play is the over. Good luck...Larry |
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08-18-21 | Brewers v. Cardinals +110 | Top | 6-4 | Loss | -100 | 13 h 51 m | Show |
My 10* PERFECT STORM is on the StL Cardinals at 7:45 ET. I had a play on the Cardinals last night. They lost 2-0. This is a big series for both teams, but more so for St. Louis, which now sits 11 games back of the Brewers in the division. The Cardinals are gunning for a Wildcard spot and obviously won't be lacking for motivation today. I like the revenge-minded home side to dig deep here and find a way to deliver. The visitors go with Freddy Peralta (9-3, 2.26 ERA), who gave up two runs over five innings in the first game of a double-header against the Cubs. Hard to find any fault with Peralta, he's been "on point" all season. I simply feel that he's in the wrong place at the wrong time today. St. Louis counters with Jack Flaherty (9-1, 2.65), who gave up only two hits over six shutout innings in a win over the Royals on Friday. It was his first appearance since May 31st and he didn't look like he missed a single day. Over 68 innings this year, Flaherty now owns a 72/20 K/W. He's 4-0 with a 1.44 ERA at home. I like Flaherty and the revenge-minded, much "hungrier" home side. The play is St. Louis. Good luck...Larry |
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08-18-21 | Red Sox +102 v. Yankees | Top | 2-5 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 7 m | Show |
My 9* Rivalry Rout is on the Bos Red Sox at 7:05 ET. Boston lost both games of the double-header here in New York yesterday, falling 5-3 and 2-0. Suffice it to say, I think the hungry visiting side will dig deep here and find a way to win on Wednesday. The Sox swept the Orioles at home previous to that. New York has won five in a row. A letdown does seem imminent at some point, especially with the lowly Twins coming to town for a four games series tomorrow. I think Boston has the superior starting pitcher on the hill as well. The visitors hand the ball to Nick Pivetta (9-5, 4.20 ERA), who enters off a win over Baltimore in Friday, allowing one run over six innings. Over 124.1 innings of work he now owns a 1.25 WHIP and 139/52 K/W through 23 starts. He's also been great on the road so far, going 5-3 with a 3.09 ERA. He'll be opposed by the volatile Andrew Heaney (7-8, 5.78), who was shelled for seven runs over five innings in a loss to the White Sox on Thursday. He actually received a no-decsion for his poor effort, despite also allowing three home runs. Finally, note that the Red Sox are 7-3 in their last ten in trying to revenge back-to-back losses to an opponent. I like the revenge-minded visiting side to deliver today. The play is Boston. Good luck...Larry |
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08-18-21 | Padres -117 v. Rockies | Top | 5-7 | Loss | -117 | 7 h 59 m | Show |
My 9* Getaway Day Game of the Week is on the SD Padres at 3:10 ET. The Padres aren't playing well right now. They've lost six of their last ten, including the first two games of this series. Enough is enough! Neither of these starting pitchers instills a ton of confidence, but for a number of different reasons, I like San Diego to dig deep here, to avoid the three-game series sweep, and to finally get back on the winning track with a convincing effort. As I said, the starting pitching matchup leaves everything to be desired. San Diego hands the ball to the newly acquired Jake Arrieta (5-11, 6.88 ERA), while the home side counters with Chi Chi Gonzalez (3-6, 6.06). I give the slight nod to Arrieta here though, not only because it's his first start for his new team, but also because Gonzalez is making his first trip to the mound after being ont he COVID 19 list (is expected to make only 70 to 80 pitches today.) Arrieta was brought in out of necessity. He's here to just eat innings until Yu Darvish and others can return. However, this is a big opportunity for the veteran and his team will be ultra focussed to break its current slide as well. Considering all of the above information, I absolutely feel that the Padres could/should in fact be much larger favorites in this spot. Lay the short price, the play is San Diego. Good luck...Larry |
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08-17-21 | A's -112 v. White Sox | Top | 0-9 | Loss | -112 | 13 h 8 m | Show |
My 9* Las Vegas Insider is on the Oak A's at 8:10 ET. After losing three of its last four, including two in a row (including yesterday's series opener here by a score of 5-2), I like the A's to get back on track with their "ace" on the mound. The White Sox snapped a two-game skid with yesterday's win. They've been inconsistent of late though, with just two wins in their last six games. The visitors hand the ball to Chris Bassitt (12-3, 3.06 ERA), who went six scoreless in a win over the Indians on Thursday, striking out six. He's now worked into at least the sixth inning in eight of his last tne starts, a period in which he's posted an elite 62/12 K/W over 63.1 frames of work. Bassitt has been a beast on the road as well, going 8-0 with a 3.47 ERA. He'll be opposed by Reynaldo Lopez (1-0, 1.35), who makes his second turn through the rotation for the injured Carlos Rodon. He struck out four over three scoreless innings vs. the Twins last week. Last year he was 1-2 with an 8.39 ERA at home. I say regression is in order for Lopez tonight. All things considered, I actually believe that the A's should/could in fact be favored by a lot more in this spot. Great value on Oakland. Good luck...Larry |
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08-17-21 | Brewers v. Cardinals +142 | Top | 2-0 | Loss | -100 | 13 h 46 m | Show |
My 10* Game of the Week is on the StL Cards at 7:45 ET. This is a big series. This is a big opening game. These teams have split their season series to this point, but St. Louis sits ten games back of the first placed Brewers in the playoff race. Both teams have been playing really well lately as well. St. Louis was just 6-0 on its most current road trip through Pittsburgh and Kansas City. Beating up on the Royals and Pirates is one thing, but doing the same to the Brewers is quite another. Milwaukee has gone 6-1 in its last seven. As I say, clearly these teams are evenly matched right now. These starting pitchers are evenly matched too. Corbin Burnes (7-4, 2.23 ERA) gets the nod for the visitors. He's given up one or zero runs in seven of his last eight trips to the hill. Burnes dominated the Cards in his lone start vs. them this season, but for his career he's a pedestrian 1-3 with a 4.60 ERA in nine appearances, including six starts, against them. Adam Wainwright (11-6, 3.27) blanked the Pirates in his last start, striking out seven in the complete game effort. He's allowed two runs or fewer in four of his last five starts. He faced Milwaukee once this season as well and dominated, holding it to one run over five innings in what turned out to be an unfortunate no-decision. Wainwright though has 'owned' the Brewers throughout his career, going 18-11 with a 2.48 ERA in 45 appearances and 38 starts. St. Louis is the "hungrier" team today. It is also playing its best baseball of the season right now (note that the Cardinals have posted four or more runs in 11 consecutive games.) Give me the hungry home side in a slight upset on Tuesday night. Good luck...Larry |
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08-17-21 | Braves v. Marlins +117 | Top | 2-0 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 36 m | Show |
My 9* Division Dominator (NL East) is on the Mia Marlins at 7:10 ET. Atlanta's been playing well, but I think it finally has a letdown here. The Braves have won eight of ten and four in a row. That includes a 12-6 victory here in yesterday's series opener. Previous to yesterday's setback though, the Marlins had won four straight. Miami won't be in the playoffs, but it plays better at home and I think it offers great value to bounce back here and pull off the slight upset on Tuesday night. The Braves hand the ball to Huascar Ynoa (4-2, 3.02 ERA), who enters off the injured list to make this start. In in his final rehab start he struck out seven over 4.2 innings, but he also allowed three runs off four hits. The rookie has been better than expected for Atlanta. But he's coming off the injured list and a questionable re-hab start. He's also just 1-2 with a 4.69 ERA on the road. This one spells disaster for ATL bettors in my opinion. Because the Marlins counter with ace Sandy Alcantara (7-10, 3.52), who enters off a gem against the Padres on Wednesday, aloowing no runs over seven innings while striking out seven. Previous to that he got shelled for ten runs at Coors Field, but note that Alcantara owns a 2.60 ERA at home, compared to 4.43 on the road. The Marlins are also 7-2 in their last nine in trying to revenge a home loss against an opponent in which they conceded ten or more runs in. I love Alcantara in this spot. The play is the Marlins. Good luck...Larry |
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08-16-21 | Padres -124 v. Rockies | Top | 5-6 | Loss | -124 | 14 h 55 m | Show |
My 10* Division Game of the Month (NL West) is on the SD Padres at 8;40 ET. The Padres snapped a four-game slide with an 8-2 win at Arizona last night. San Diego can't afford to take the foot off the gas though, or look past any opponent. I say the Padres find a way to win here at Coors Field. The Padres hand the ball to Ryan Weathers (4-5, 4.72 ERA), who is off an outing to forget against the Marlins on Wednesday, allowing six runs (including three home runs) over 4.2 innings. The silver lining was that he struck out seven. Weathers has hit a tough stretch, but he draws a favorable opponent here (albeit in an unfavorable park.) One last thing about Weathers though is that he's 2-4 with a 6.61 ERA at home and 2-1 with a 2.31 ERA on the road. And he'll be opposed by Antonio Senzatela (2-9, 4.71), who gave up three runs off nine hits over six innings in a loss to Houston on Wednesday. It was his ninth straight start in which he's conceded at least seven hits. This is an important series for the Padres, who are trying to catch the Giants and Dodgers, while also holding on to their current Wildcard spot. Colorado is just 1-5 in its last six in the underdog role. Expect that trend to continue here. I like San Diego to strike first in this series on Monday night. Good luck...Larry |
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08-16-21 | A's v. White Sox UNDER 9 | Top | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 13 h 11 m | Show |
My 9* O/U Situational Stunner is on Oak/CWS Under at 8:10 ET. Both teams are hungry for a victory. I say the opener of this series sets up as pitchers duel. The A's hand the ball to Frankie Montas (9-8, 3.98 ERA), who gave up two runs (one earned) with six strikeouts over six innings in a no-decision to the Indians on Wednesday. It was his sixth straight quality start. Montas now owns a sharp 146/36 K/W over 131 innings of work and he's been at his best on the road, going 5-2 with a 3.50 ERA away from friendly confines thus far. The home side counters with Dallas Keuchel (7-6, 4.51), who gave up four runs over six innings in a loss to the Twins. Still, Keuchel has gone at least six innings in four of his last six outings and he's 4-2 with a 3.99 ERA at home this season. Five of the last seven between these clubs have indeed fallen under the number and as outlined here, I expect that low-scoring trend to carry over here in Game 1 of this series. The play is the under. Good luck...Larry |
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08-15-21 | Dodgers v. Mets OVER 7.5 | Top | 14-4 | Win | 100 | 13 h 42 m | Show |
My 10* Sunday Night Total of the Month is on the LAD/NYM Over at 7:08 ET. The opener of this series flew well over the posted number in the Dodgers 6-5 victory. Yesterday's 2-1 win for LA went well under it. I believe that tonight's finale definitely sets up as a slug-fest though. The defending champs turn to Max Scherzer (9-4, 2.67 ERA), who had his last start cut short due to rain. He went three scoreless against the Phillies. Since coming over from Washingtno he's given up two earned runs over 10.1 innings. Scherzer is the man for sure, but this play is based upon the fact that I don't trust the Mets Carlos Carrasco. I'm not going to lay this price on the road favorite, but I do expect some runs to be scored here. Carrasco (0-0, 6.75) most recently was shelled for four runs off four hits over one inning in a rain shortened outing against the Nationals on Tuesday. He's 0-0 with a 9.00 ERA at home. The Mets won't go down without a fight though. I think they'll plate some runs. Finally note, the Mets have in fact seen the total go over the number in eight of their last 11 in trying to revenge a home loss against an opponent in which they were held to one or less runs in. This number is low, the play is the over. Good luck...Larry |
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08-15-21 | Blue Jays -114 v. Mariners | Top | 8-3 | Win | 100 | 10 h 44 m | Show |
My 10* Signature 37-Club Play is on the Tor Blue Jays at 4:10 ET. Toronto has some work to do. It's 5-5 in its last ten. It's now lost three straight, including both games to open this series in Seattle. It's scorching in the Pacific Northwest right now, but the Jays' big bats have gone quiet. I say that ends today though. Toronto has the superior starting pitcher in this matchup and it's much more motivated to break out of this scuffling stretch. Considering these motivational factors working in its favor, I absolutely believe that Toronto is undervalued by the bookmakers in this spot, and that makes this pick a prime candidate for my 37 CLUB PLAY release. The Jays turn to Steven Matz (9-7, 4.28 ERA), who is off a loss in a double-header format to the Angels on Tuesday, allowing four runs (two earned) and striking out five over five innings. There were plenty of silver linings. It was a third straight start he's avoided giving up a home run and he's now posted a 3.45 ERA over his last six outings (one last thing to mention about Matz, is that he's excelled in all "day" games, going 4-2 with a 2.68 ERA, compared to 5-5 with a 5.20 ERA in all night contests.) He'll be opposed by Logan Gilbert (5-3, 4.05), who is off a no-decision to the Rangers on TUesday, allowing two runs over six innings. Gilbert did decently against a terrible Rangers' line-up, but he's a poor 1-2 with a 4.79 ERA at home this season. Gilbert's been OK. Not great. He's in the wrong place at the wrong time today for sure. Finally note, the Jays are 7-2 in their last nine in trying to revenge two straight losses against an opponent. For all the reasons listed above, the play is Toronto. Good luck...Larry |
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08-15-21 | Reds v. Phillies -132 | 7-4 | Loss | -132 | 7 h 36 m | Show | |
My 8* MLB "1st Pitch" is on the Phi Phillies at 1:05 ET. The Phillies won here 6-1 yesterday. I say they find a way to clinch the series this afternoon with their "ace" on the mound. Aaron Nola (7-6, 4.35 ERA), has had much better campaigns. Nola has always been a "Jeckyll and Hyde" hurler, being much better at home than on the road, but he's been particularly poor away from friendly confines this season. Nola is 3-4 with a 5.59 ERA on the road, while he's 4-2 with a 2.99 ERA at home. The Phillies themselves play much better overall in front of the home town crowd as well, as they're 25-32 on the road this season, and 36-24 on the road. The Reds have started to slide back down into mediocrity again, as they've now lost four of their last five. And I don't think that Sonny Gray (4-6, 4.40) is the answer that the Reds need right now. Gray is off a good outing against the Braves on Tuesday, but he's been consistently inconsistent all season (especially in all "day" contests, where he's a poor 1-3 with a 5.01 ERA.) Considering the talent gap on the mound today, I truly believe that this line could/should in fact be much larger. Lay the price, the play is Philadelphia. Good luck...Larry |
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08-14-21 | Blue Jays v. Mariners +138 | Top | 3-9 | Win | 138 | 15 h 39 m | Show |
My 9* Situational Stunner is on the Sea Mariners at 10:10 ET. I had a free play on the Mariners last night. Seattle managed to secure the 3-2 victory and now I think it'll find a way to deliver again on Saturday night. At first glance, this starting pitching matchup looks even. But the recent form of Seattle starter Yusei Kikuchi Hyun Jin Ryu (11-5, 3.62 ERA) is off a fortunate no-decision to th eRed Sox on Sunday, allowing seven runs off ten hits over three innings. Ryu has put together another solid campaign, but there's no doubt he's been regressing the last two months. He's posted a pedestrian 4.14 ERA since the start of the July, a stretch which has seen him pitch four superb games, and three terrible ones. Kikuchi (7-6, 3.73) has been solid all year as well. He's been hot since the All Star game. Most recently he went five scoreless and struck out six in an unfortunate no-decision to New York last weekend. Since the Mid-Summer classic he's posted a 2.86 ERA and 1.41 WHIP spanning 22 innings of work. Both teams are pushing for a playoff spot. I don't think that the home field advantage can be overlooked here either. Fantastic value here in my opinion on Kikuchi and the home side. The play is Seattle. Good luck...Larry |
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08-14-21 | Chiefs v. 49ers OVER 37 | Top | 19-16 | Loss | -134 | 109 h 40 m | Show |
My 10* NFLX Total of the Week is on KC/SF Over at 8:30 ET. I don't expect to see two awesome offenses on the field of play in Week 1 of the regular season or anything, but more than anything, I don't see a lick of defense being played here today. The Chiefs finished 14-2 last year and lost in the Super Bowl. Most teams that lose in the Super Bowl, then go on to struggle the next season. That's almost assuredly not going to happen to Kansas City this season. That said, not many starters (if any?), will be starting today for either team. San Francisco went 6-10 last year. In the previous season it went 13-3. This is a big season for fifth year head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch. I don't think either team will be taking the preseason lightly. Both have plenty of things to work on on the offensive side of the ball and that's what I expect each to concentrate on in Week 1 of the preseason. This number is a little low, the play is the over. Good luck...Larry |
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08-14-21 | Texans +3 v. Packers | Top | 26-7 | Win | 100 | 82 h 32 m | Show |
My NFLX 10* Week 1 AFC/NFC "GAME OF THE MONTH" is on the Hou Texans at 8:00 ET. The Houston Texans are coming off a four win season. Their starting QB DeShaun Watson is embroiled in an off-field controversy which will have a lasting effect on the organization moving forward. David Culley is the new head coach of Houston and he'll be eager to post a win here and to start a new narrative for the club. Houston has a decent stable of "backups." Watson isn't expected to play with Houston this year, so Tyrod Taylor, Davis Mills and Jeff Driskel will all see time in the preseason. The Packers have had to deal with plenty of off-field issues as well. Aaron Rodgers has finally decided to stay for at least one more year with the Packers, but he won't be seeing any time today. Instead it'll be Jordan Love and Kurt Benkert getting the snaps. The biggest weakness last year for Green Bay was on the defensive side. That'll be an issue again this season. But despite losing JJ Watt in FA, the Texans remain stout on that side of the ball, with veteran Vincent Taylor leading the way. Both teams have plenty of issues. If this was Week 1 of the regular season, I'd likely be backing the Packers in a blowout. But it's not Week 1 of the regular season, it's Week 1 of the preaseason. I think Houston will take this game much more seriously and while the outright is possible, in the end my official call is to grab as many points as you can. Good luck...Larry |
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08-14-21 | Yankees v. White Sox -122 | Top | 7-5 | Loss | -122 | 13 h 51 m | Show |
My 10* MLB Grand Slam is on the Chi White Sox at 7:10 ET. The White Sox won in dramatic fashion in the bottom of the ninth in the Field Of Dreams Game over New York two nights ago, and I believe they'll carry that momentum over here. Jameson Taillon (7-4, 3.82 ERA) gets the nod for the Yankees. He's coming off a good outing against the Royals, giving up one run over six innings. Taillon has been excellent over the last two months, posting a 1.25 ERA since the start of July. I'll point out though, while he's 4-1 with a 3.23 ERA in front of the home town crowd, he's a pedestrian 3-3 with a 4.67 ERA on the road. The home side counters with Dylan Cease (9-6, 3.99), who gave up three runs over five innings, while striking out ten in a win over the Cubs in his last outing. Cease has been locked in since the All Star break, posting 38 strikeouts over his last 32.2 innings of work. And there's no question at all that he's been better at home than on the road, going 4-4 with a 5.89 ERA away from friendly confines, and 5-2 with a 2.21 ERA here in Chicago. I like Cease to continue his progression here and for Chicago to build off its big Field Of Dreams victory. Lay the short price, the play is Chicago. Good luck...Larry |
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08-14-21 | Saints +3 v. Ravens | 14-17 | Push | 0 | 81 h 47 m | Show | |
My 8* Weekend Wipeout is on the NO Saints at 7:00 ET. Will the Baltimore Ravens finish with a better record than the New Orleans Saints this year. While not even in the same Conference, the answer is still probably "yes." And that's because Drew Brees is no longer under center for the Saints. The thing is, the Ravens aren't going to have LaMar Jackson under center either. While Baltimore moves ahead into the season with their No. 1 QB secured and locked in, the Saints have themselves a big time competition in the preseason. And it's this competition which I think will be the difference-maker for the Saints. So who will it be, Taysum Hill or Jamies Winston? The biggest improvement for New Orleans last year did not come on the offensive side of the ball, but on the defensive, as New Orleans allowd the fourth least yards allowed in 2020. New Orleans isn't starting its second and third string QB's today. It's starting its first and second string QB's. In Week 1, I think the "hungrier" team with more to work on finds a way to deliver (that said, make sure to grab as many points as you can!) The play is the Saints. Good luck...Larry |
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08-13-21 | Padres v. Diamondbacks UNDER 8.5 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 105 | 13 h 0 m | Show |
The 3rd pick of my STP is a 9* on SD/Arz Under at 9:40 ET. Arizona won here 12-3 last night, but I expect a much lower-scoring "duel" here on Friday. The visitors hand the ball to Blake Snell (6-4, 4.86 ERA), who enters off a gem against these very D-Back, holding them scoreless over seven innings. He also had 13 strikeouts. The former Cy Young winner has now won both his August starts, allowing a single run over 12 innings of work. The home side counters with Madison Bumgarner (6-7, 4.42), who iss off a loss to these very Padres on Sunday, allowing two runs with five strikeouts over six innings. Since returning from injury in mid July, the veteran has gone 2-2 with a 1.96 ERA and 25 K's over 32 innings. And the icing on the cake for me today is that San Diego has seen the total dip under the posted number in eight of its last ten in trying to revenge a road loss against an opponent in which it conceded ten or more runs in. This number is a little high in my estimation, the play is the under. Good luck...Larry |
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08-13-21 | Cardinals -132 v. Royals | Top | 6-0 | Win | 100 | 13 h 59 m | Show |
My 9* Rivalry Game of the Month is on the StL Cardinals at 8:10 ET. St. Louis has won five of its last six, including three in a row. I say it keeps the momentum rolling here in this favorable matchup. Kansas City is just 2-4 in its last six, and it's coming off a 5-2 loss here against the Yanks in its most recent action. The visitors hand the ball to Jack Flaherty (8-1, 2.90 ERA), who has finally been cleared to return to action after straining his oblique in late May. He has to be feeling confident here, as he's 3-0 with a 0.95 ERA in three career outings against the hapless Royals. Mike Minor (8-10, 5.39) counters for KC. He's coming off a loss to these very Cardinals in St. Louis last week, allowing four runs off seven hits over five innings. Minor is 2-3 with a ballooned 6.11 ERA lifetime against the Cardinals. KC is just 15-37 in its last 53 home games agaisnt St. Louis, while the Cardinals are 4-1 in their last five on the road. I think a rested Flaherty is the correct call here. Lay the price, the play is St. Louis. Good luck...Larry |
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08-13-21 | Cubs v. Marlins -114 | 10-14 | Win | 100 | 12 h 55 m | Show | |
10 ET. St. Louis has won five of its last six, including three in a row. I say it keeps the momentum rolling here in this favorable matchup. Kansas City is just 2-4 in its last six, and it's coming off a 5-2 loss here against the Yanks in its most recent action. The visitors hand the ball to Jack Flaherty (8-1, 2.90 ERA), who has finally been cleared to return to action after straining his oblique in late May. He has to be feeling confident here, as he's 3-0 with a 0.95 ERA in three career outings against the hapless Royals. Mike Minor (8-10, 5.39) counters for KC. He's coming off a loss to these very Cardinals in St. Louis last week, allowing four runs off seven hits over five innings. Minor is 2-3 with a ballooned 6.11 ERA lifetime against the Cardinals. KC is just 15-37 in its last 53 home games agaisnt St. Louis, while the Cardinals are 4-1 in their last five on the road. I think a rested Flaherty is the correct call here. Lay the price, the play is St. Louis. Good luck...Larry |
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08-13-21 | Indians -113 v. Tigers | 7-4 | Win | 100 | 11 h 6 m | Show | |
The 2nd pick of my STP is an 8* on the Cle Indians at 7:10 ET. Neither of these clubs will be in the playoffs. But after sweeping the Orioles earlier this week (I had a play on Detroit in all three games!), I believe the Tigers are finally destined for a letdown here. Cleveland won't be lacking for motivation after three straight losses. Zach Plesac (6-4, 4.84 ERA) gets the nod for the visiting side, while the home side counters with Tyler Alexander (2-1, 4.35.) Alexander is off a win over these very Indians last week, holding them scoreless over five innings. Plesac faced the Tigers and allowed five runs over four innings. Both Plesac and the Indians play with immediate revenge here. Note, that despite the uncharacteristically poor outing against Detroit, Plesac still has to be feeling confident here, as he's 3-1 with a 1.82 ERA in six career starts against the Tigers. Cleveland is 10-6 so far in this season series and I like it to add to that record with a victory on Friday as well. Lay the short price, the play is the Indians. Good luck...Larry |
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08-13-21 | Dodgers -145 v. Mets | 6-5 | Win | 100 | 11 h 5 m | Show | |
The 1st pick of my STP is a 7* on the LA Dodgers at 7:10 ET. The Dodgers are rolling their way towards the playoffs, but off a 2-1 loss at Philadelphia yesterday, I think they'll bounce back here in this favorable matchup. The Mets have won three in a row, after losing four straight. In my opinion, a letdown is imminent here. LA hands the ball to Julio Urias (13-3, 3.41 ERA), who is off a no-decision to the Angels on Saturday, allowing three runs over five innings. Urias enters on top form overall though, as he's now allowed four runs or less in eight straight starts. The Mets counter with Tyler Megill (1-2, 3.20), who is off a loss to the Phillies on Saturday, allowing four runs over four innings. Megill has now allowed four dingers over his last three starts, which has led to an 0-2 record and a ballooned 5.40 ERA over his last 15 innings of work. LA is 7-2 in its last nine off a road loss as well in which it was held to one or less runs in. I like LA to bounce back from yesterday's loss in fine fashion here. Lay the price. Good luck...Larry |
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08-13-21 | Bills v. Lions | Top | 16-15 | Loss | -114 | 51 h 58 m | Show |
My 9* PERFECT STORM is on the Det Lions at 7:00 ET. The Bills are predicted to be a Top 5 team. However, this Week 1 Preseason game definitely "means" more to the Lions in my estimation. Remember, in this abbreviated preseason, starters will see even less time. And the time that backups and wannabe's DO have, will be even more precious. Buffalo is an exciting team. I'm excited for "Bills Mafia." QB Josh Allen just signed a huge contract. Overall last season the Bills averaged 31.3 PPG, while allowing 23.4. The Lions have a new head coach and a new QB under center. If this was Week 1 of the regular season, I'd likely be on the Bills in a blowout. But with almost their entire starting line-up resolved, Buffalo doesn't have a lot to work on the pre-season. David Blough and Tim Boyle are backing up Jared Goff in Detroit, and they'll be in a fight for that No. 2 spot throughout the preseason. The Lions averaged only 23.4 PPG, while allowing 32.4 last year, a big reason why there have been so many changes in the offseason. Look for the more determined home side to earn its first victory for its new coach. The play is the Lions. Good luck...Larry |
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08-12-21 | Blue Jays -123 v. Angels | Top | 3-6 | Loss | -123 | 15 h 30 m | Show |
My 10* AL Game of the Month is on the Tor Blue Jays at 9:38 ET. This is the fourth game of a four-game set. The Blue Jays bats are hot right now and I think that trend will continue here. Toronto lost the first game 6-3, but it's since bounced back to win the next two, 4-0 and 10-2 yesterday. Jose Berrios (8-5, 3.23 ERA) allowed one run and struck out six in a no-decision to the Red Sox in his last outing. He's allowed just two walks over his last four starts. He's also allowed just one run over his last three outings. He'll be opposed by Shohei Ohtani (6-1, 2.93) who gave up one run over six innings in a victory over the Rangers on Wednesday. These starters are a "wash." Ohtani simply doesn't have an advantage over Berrios here, who enters on top form. This one comes down to these line-ups, and Toronto's bats have once again woken up. I like Berrios to easily match Ohtani and for the Jays' sluggers to do the rest. Lay the short price with confidence, the play is Toronto. Good luck...Larry |
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08-12-21 | Steelers +1 v. Eagles | Top | 24-16 | Win | 100 | 43 h 40 m | Show |
My 9* NFLX Rivalry Game of the Month is on the Pit Steelers at 7:30 ET. I like the Steelers to build off their Hall Of Fame Game victory. They beat the Cowboys by a score of 16-3. In this abbreviated pre-season, the backups and wannabes have even less time to impress, and any tiny advantages these players have is signficant. With one game under their belts, the Steelers are the savvy move here on Thursday in my opinion. The Eagles have a new head coach in Nick Siranni, and second-year QB Jalen Hurts is now the man under center with Carson Wentz having departed for the Colts. The Steelers' offense was shaky in the HOF Game, but the defense sure looked sharp. Mason Rudolph is fighting for a spot behind Big Ben, and will be in a constant competion with Dwayne Haskins and Joshua Dobbs. The defense forced three turnovers and had four sacks. Joe Flacco and Nick Mullins are going to see the majority of the snaps for the Eagles today. Suffice it to say, I trust neither against this opportunistic Steelers defensive unit. Yes, Siranni would LOVE to win his "first" game as head coach for his new team. But this is the preason. I say it's Mike Tomlin and the Steelers who are more organized and who will find a way to deliver on Thursday night. Good luck...Larry |
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08-12-21 | Tigers +134 v. Orioles | Top | 6-4 | Win | 134 | 9 h 4 m | Show |
My 9* Getaway Day Game of the Month is on the Det Tigers at 4:05 ET. Break out the brooms gentlemen, because the Tigers are out to sweep this road series in Baltimore this afternoon. I've been on the Tigers each of the last two games and I think this hot hitting line-up will once again get the job done, despite facing Orioles' ace John Means. Means (5-3, 2.79 ERA), gave up two runs off eight hits over five innings in what turned out to be a no-decision against the Rays on Friday. It's difficult to say anything negative about Means. However, it should definitely be noted that he's been much better on the road (4-2, 1.99 ERA), than at home (1-1, 4.50). Detroit counters with Matt Manning (2-5, 6.33), who gave up six runs over four innings in a 6-1 loss to the Indians on Friday. There were a copule of silver linings for the rookie though, as he kept the ball in the yard and didn't give up a walk. He won't be lacking for motivation, and he does catch a break here facing this weak O's line-up. Miguel Cabrera will be in the line-up for Detroit today. He's still seeking his 500th home run. Momentum is a very real, tangible factor in sports, and the Tigers enter with a TON of it this afternoon. Look for Detroit's hot hitting line-up to be the difference maker here. Great value on the "surging" Tigers. Good luck...Larry |
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08-11-21 | Tigers -113 v. Orioles | Top | 5-2 | Win | 100 | 13 h 28 m | Show |
My 10* "Signature" 37 Club Play is on the Det Tigers at 7:05 ET. I had a play on the Tigers yesterday and they eventually pulled away for the victory. I like the way this one sets up for them as well. Now granted, Matt Harvey (6-10, 6.13 ERA) has lookeed much better of late, posting a 0.83 ERA over his last 22.1 innings of work. But does anyone think these sparkling numbers are sustainable? We're talking about Matt Harvey here. They're completely unrealistic and I think a hard crash is imminent here. And unfortuantely for Harvey, friendly confines is NOT what the doctor ordered to get untracked, as he's actually been better on the road than at home this year (is 4-4 with a 5.68 ERA on the road, and 2-6 with a 6.79 ERA at home.) Tarik Skubal will try to take advantage. Skubal (7-10, 4.32) has exceeded expectations in his rookie year. He's off a solid outing against the Red Sox, holding them scoreless over five innings. Dominating the Red Sox' line-up is one thing, and dominating the Orioles' line-up is quite another. Here's a much more manageable matchup for Skubal. Detroit is also 7-1 in its last eight against teams with a winning percentage under .400, while Baltimore is a woeful 18-37 in its 55 at home. I look for Detroit to maintain its momentum. Lay the short price, the play is the Tigers. Good luck...Larry |
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08-11-21 | Reds +100 v. Braves | Top | 6-8 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 49 m | Show |
My 9* Situational Stunner is on the Cin Reds at 7:20 ET. The Reds have now lost two in a row after winning five straight. The Braves have been playing better, as they've won seven of their last ten, including two in a row. And that includes yesterday's series opener here by a score of 3-2. Suffice it to say, I think that the hungrier Reds will find a way to bounce back here and to avoid a three-game slide at the same time. The visitors hand the ball to Wade Miley (9-4, 2.75 ERA0, who is off a 10-0 win over the Pirates, holding them scoreless over seven innings, striking out five. Miley enters on top form, having posted five quality starts out of his last six trips to the hill, to go along with a 2.06 ERA, 1.45 WHIP and 24/16 K/W in that span. The Braves counter with Touki Toussaint (1-2, 4.43), who is off a no-decision to the Cardinals after allowing three runs over five innings. He's been adequate. Not great. I think Miley has a huge advantage here. The veteran isn't showing any signs of slowing down. In fact, he's gotten progressively stronger as the season has worn on. I believe this progression continues here in this favorable matchup. The play is Cincinnati. Good luck...Larry |
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08-11-21 | Dodgers v. Phillies +125 | Top | 8-2 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 43 m | Show |
My 9* Las Vegas Insider is on the Phi Phillies at 7:05 ET. The Phillies eight game win streak came to a crashing halt in yesterday's 5-0 setback here to the Dodgers. Suffice it to say, I think the home side offers great value to bounce back here on Wednesday night. The defending champs hand the ball to David Price (4-1, 3.53 ERA), who gave up two runs over five innings in a no-decision to the Angels on Friday. Price has been solid in every respect. It's still a small sample size though, and there's no doubt he draws a tough opponent today in a tough road venue. And he draws a tough opponent in Kyle Gibson as well. Gibson (8-3, 2.79 ERA), who despite a sub-par 12/14 K/W over his last 18.2 innings, has still maintained a tiny 2.41 ERA in that span. Gibson has struggled against the Dodgers in the past. Many have. Price has done well against the Phillies in the past. Again, many have as well. That was then, and this is now. Gibson hasn't been perfect this season, but he's quietly putting together one of the best campaigns of his career. Price has so far been up to the task, but I believe that Gibson can match him inning for inning. And in a scenario like that, I'll take the hungrier, and also revenge-minded home side at a price like this every time. The play is Philadelphia. Good luck...Larry |
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08-10-21 | Tigers +100 v. Orioles | Top | 9-4 | Win | 100 | 15 h 51 m | Show |
My 9* "Best Bet" Situational Stunner is on the Det Tigers at 7:05 ET. Neither team is anything to write home about. Each has looked better since the All Star break. Detroit's probably looked a bit better than Baltimore and this is a starting pitching matchup which I think favors it. I look for the hungry Tigers to indeed step up here and find a way to post a victory. The visitors hand the ball to Casey Mize (6-6, 3.57 ERA), who gave up four runs over five innings in a loss to Boston on Wednesday. Previous to that he gave up one run over seven innings to these very Orioles. He's been solid on both the road and at home and I believe he'll easily outduel his counterpart this evening. Keegan Akin (0-5, 7.16) returns to the Orioles' rotation. Previous to being demoted he posted an 8.14 ERA and 1.83 WHIP over his final 48.2 innings with Baltimore. Akin's going to get lit up again here against this streaky Detroit hitting line-up in my estimation. In fact, I'd go so far as to call this the very definition of "great line value." The play is Detroit! Good luck...Larry |
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08-10-21 | A's -147 v. Indians | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 13 h 49 m | Show | |
My 7* Weekly Wipeout is on the Oak A's at 7:10 ET. Despite being on the road, I think that Oakland could/should in fact be a much larger favorite in this spot. The A's turn to Sean Manaea (8-7, 3.26 ERA), who is off an uncharacteristically poor outing against the Padres on Tuesday, allowing five runs and striking out four over five innings. The silver lining behind the "stinker" was that it was the first time he's given up that many runs since allowing seven all the way back on May 13th to the Red Sox. No need to hit the panic button if you're a Manaea fan obviously. Note that he's 4-4 with a highly respectable 2.64 ERA away from friendly confines. The home side counters with Triston McKenzie (1-5, 5.89), who gave up three runs over five innings in a loss to Toronto on Thursday. It was a decent outing, but note that he's still a pathetic 0-4 with a 6.60 ERA in all night games this year. I look for a focussed Manaea to deliver the goods in this bounce back spot. Lay the price, the play is Oakland. Good luck...Larry |
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08-10-21 | Cardinals -120 v. Pirates | Top | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 13 h 59 m | Show |
My 10* Division Game of the Month (NL Central) is on the StL Cards at 7:05 ET. I like JA Happ (0-0, 3.60 ERA) to find a way to build off his last outing and post a victory here for his new team in this favorable matchup. Happ is off a no-decision to the Braves on Wednesday, giving up two runs and four strikeouts over five innings. It was a marked improvement over his final three starts for the Twins which saw him post a combined 11.25 ERA. Steven Brault (0-0, 2.25), gets the call for the Pirates. He gave up a run over four innings in a no-decision to the Brewers on Wednesday. It was his season debut. He'll be under a leash again today, and I simply don't trust Brault on the road, or this Pirates bullpen down the stretch. Pittsburgh has lost five in a row and is just 5-15 in its last 20. Finally, note that Brault is 1-2 with a 4.95 ERA in 12 appearances against the Cardinals, while Happ is 5-3 with a 2.63 ERA in 11 career starts against the Pirates. Lay the short price, but expect a decisive outcome. The play is St. Louis. Good luck...Larry |
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08-08-21 | Giants -103 v. Brewers | Top | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 7 h 8 m | Show |
My 9* 'Best Bet' Weekend Wipeout is on the SF Giants at 2:10 ET. The team with the best record in MLB will go for a series victory on the road today. I think the Giants offer great value to do just that after their 9-6 win here last night. San Fran hands the ball to Johnny Cueto (7-6, 3.83 ERA), who gave up three runs and posted seven strikeouts over five innings in what turned out to be a loss to Arizona on Tuesay. Previous to that he held the Dodgers scoreles over six innings. Cueto wasn't at his best last time out, but note that he's definitely been his most consistent in all "day" games this year, going 5-3 with a 2.93 ERA (compared to 2-3 with a 4.78 ERA in all "night" contests.) The home side counters with Brett Anderson (4-5, 3.67), who has admittedly been on fire of late, posting a 1.31 ERA ove rhis last four appearances, but who I believe is in line for some regression finally today. San Francisco has won 35 of its 59 road games this year. It's been very comfortable away from friendly confines this season and I expect it to find a way to get the job done in the finale in Milwaukee this afternoon. Lay the short price, the play is the Giants. Good luck...Larry |
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08-08-21 | Mariners +125 v. Yankees | Top | 2-0 | Win | 125 | 6 h 9 m | Show |
My 10* AL Non-Division Game of the Month is on the Sea Mariners at 1:05 ET. Seattle is just 3-6 on its current ten-game road trip. This is the final game of that contest. New York has won the first three games of this series. It's never swept the Mariners in a four-game series though and I don't expect that trend to get broken today. I think the Yanks get caught looking ahead to their upcoming six-game road trip, starting in Kansas City tomorrow night. I also think that Seattle has the superior starting pitcher on the hill. Yusei Kikuchi (7-6, 3.89 ERA) has struggled against the Yanks in the past, but I still say he's the correct call here. He comes in on top form. He most recently allowed two runs over six innings in a win over the Rays. Over 120.1 innings this year he owns a sharp 129/40 K/W. He's also been at his best in "day" games (4-4 with a 4.97 ERA in night contests, compared to 3-2 with a 2.19 ERA in day games) and on the road (he's 2-4 with a 4.57 ERA at home and 5-2 with a 3.36 ERA on the road.) He'll be opposed by Luis Gil (1-0, 0.00) who remains in the rotation out of necessity. Gil's debut was a great one, as he went six shutout innings. It came against the Orioles though and I simply can't see the rookie duplicating those sparkling results. Gil could go on to become the next Jacob deGrom, but in my opinion the door is wide open here for some immediate regression. The Mariners are 7-2 in their last nine in trying to revenge three straight losses to an opponent. I say New York has the letdown here and Seattle rallies in its final game of its ten-game swing. The play is Seattle. Good luck...Larry |
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08-07-21 | Tigers +125 v. Indians | Top | 2-1 | Win | 125 | 13 h 6 m | Show |
My 9* Division Game of the Month (AL Central) is on the Det Tigers at 7:10 ET. Detroit's been exchanging wins/losses over its last four games. Off a 6-1 loss here yesterday, I think this pattern will continue. Detroit hands the ball to Tyler Alexander (1-1, 4.77 ERA), who gave up two runs over four innings in a no-decision to Baltimore on Sunday. Over 54.2 innings of work he now owns a 45/14 K/W. He'll be opposed by Elijah Morgan (1-3, 6.75) who gave up two runs over six innings in a no-decision to the Jays on Monday. Morgan's a rookie. Hard to know what you'll get from game to game. Note that he's 1-2 with an 8.94 ERA at home. Detroit has done well in this spot for bettors, going 7-2 in its last nine in trying to revenge a road loss against an opponent in which it was held to one or less runs in. I think Alexander is the correct call here between these two young starters. I look for Detroit to get the monkey off its back here and post a much-needed victory in this series. The play is the Tigers. Good luck...Larry |
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08-07-21 | Marlins v. Rockies -154 | Top | 4-7 | Win | 100 | 14 h 42 m | Show |
My 10* PERFECT STORM of the Month is on the Col Rockies at 8:10 ET. Colorado smashed the Fish 14-2 here last night. I expect another decisive victory this evening as well for the home side with what I believe to be the clear superior starting pitcher going for it. The Marlins hand the ball to Jesus Lazardo (3-4, 6.70 ERA), who is coming off a win over the Mets on Monday, allowing three runs over five innings. Luzardo has consistently been at his worst on the road this season though, going 1-2 with a ballooned 8.24 ERA away from friendly confines. The home side counters with Austin Gomber (8-6, 4.04), who gave up four runs over one inning in a loss to the Padres on Sunday. In his previous start against San Diego, he shut it out over eight frames. It was clearly his worst start of the season, or perhaps even his career. Starts like that though have been few and far between for Gomber of late, who is still 4-1 with a tiny 1.99 ERA at home. Gomber has excelled at Coors. I don't expect the same fate for Lazardo. Lay the price, expect a rout. Good luck...Larry |
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08-07-21 | Mariners v. Yankees OVER 9.5 | Top | 4-5 | Loss | -125 | 10 h 13 m | Show |
My 9* Saturday "1st Pitch" is on Sea/NYY Over at 1:05 ET. August in New York usually means that baseballs are going to be leaving Yankee Stadium, but that's not been the case over the first two games of this series. The Yanks have won both, but each has been low-scoring. New York is playing its most consistent baseball of the season right now, having won eight of its last ten. Seattle had been playing decently for a stretch, but that's now in the rear-view mirror. The Mariners won't be in the playoffs, but clearly they'll be eager to snap a three-game slide and to avoid a third-straight loss in this series. I think M's rookie Chris Flexen (10-5, 3.75 ERA) has been superb this year, but he's definitely been susceptible on the road, as he owns a 2.69 ERA at home, compared to a 5.50 ERA on the road. Andrew Heaney (6-7, 5.42) counters for the Yanks. He most recently allowed four runs over four innings in a loss to the lowly Orioles on Monday. He'd go on to give a season-high four home runs in that contest, as Heaney has now been rocked for 20 across 20 starts. I definitely don't trust Heaney and I believe Flexen's road issues continue here as well. While the first two games have gone well under the posted number, I say the stage is set for some offensive fireworks between these AL opponents on Saturday afternoon. The play is the over. Good luck...Larry |
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08-06-21 | Tigers v. Indians -150 | 1-6 | Win | 100 | 13 h 53 m | Show | |
My 8* Las Vegas Insider is on the Cle Indians at 7:10 ET. I think the talent discrepancy between starting pitchers today absolutely justifies in laying this reasonable mid-sized price. The Tigers have been playing well of late, but everything points to a letdown here with confirmed "gas can" Matt Manning (2-4, 5.59 ERA) taking the hill for the visiting side. He most recently was rocked for five runs off seven hits with two walks over five innings to the lowly Orioles on Saturday. Manning has been pedestrian at best this year, and he's been terrible on the road, going 0-3 with an 8.41 ERA. Cal Quantrill (2-2, 3.40) continued his consistent season last time out, allowing one run over six innings in what turned out to be an unfortunate no-decision to the White Sox on Sunday. It was his fourth consecutive trip to the hill in which he's allowed fewer than two runs. I love Quantrill in this matchup. The stage is set for a blowout home side victory. Lay the price, the play is Cleveland. Good luck...Larry |
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08-06-21 | Red Sox v. Blue Jays OVER 9 | Top | 4-12 | Win | 100 | 13 h 31 m | Show |
My 9* Situational Stunner is on Bos/Tor Over at 7:07 ET. Two AL East rivals square off on Friday night and I'm expecting some offensive fireworks. Nathan Eovaldi (9-6, 3.71 ERA) gets the nod for the Red Sox. He's been great overall this year for Boston, but he's starting to show some cracks in the armor, most recently allowing six runs over 5.1 innings in a setback to Tampa Bay. I think it's important to point out as well, while he's 5-3 with a 3.12 ERA at home, he's just 4-3 with a 4.68 ERA on the road. The home side counters with Alex Manoah (3-1, 2.47), who is off another strong outing, going seven scoreless in a win over the lowly Royals. It was his first start since July 9th. He has a sparkling 0.76 ERA over his last four outings. It's difficult to say anything negative whatsoever about Manoah, so I won't bother. I do think that regression is imminent and I also believe that he's just in the wrong place at the wrong time today. It's been a great overall season for the Red Sox, but they've now lost seven of their last ten. This is a big series for each club and I believe it'll be the offenses which garner most of the headlines in tomorrow's summaries of this contest. And that's my call, I think these starters get chased early and that'll ultimately help in driving this total over the number. Good luck...Larry |
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08-06-21 | Mets v. Phillies UNDER 9 | Top | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 13 h 31 m | Show |
My 10* Division Total of the Month (NL East) is on NYM/Phi Under at 7:05 ET. Two teams familiar with each other collide on Friday night and it features a couple of competent starting pitchers. I say Marcus Stroman of the Mets and Kyle Gibson of the Phillies battle deep into this one, which will ultimately help in driving this total under the posted number once it's all said and done. Stroman (7-10, 2.80 ERA) will be eager to return form here after giving up four runs over six innings in a loss to the Reds on Sunday. Over his last 44.2 innings of work, Stroman has conceded 22 runs. He has a respectable 1.14 WHIP and 101/28 K/W over 122.1 frames of work this season. Gibson (7-3, 2.86), is coming off a win over the Giants on Sunday, allowing two runs over seven innings and going on to strike out five. This was a big step in the right direction for Gibson after a scuffling stretch and I believe he can carry that momentum over here. This is a key weekend series for the Mets. The Phillies are on fire right now, seeking their sixth straight win. But I believe it'll be these starting pitchers which garner most of the headlines in tomorrow's summaries. I say this total is a little high, the play is the under. Good luck...Larry |
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08-05-21 | Twins v. Astros -1.5 | Top | 5-3 | Loss | -130 | 13 h 18 m | Show |
My 10* Run-Line Game of the Month is on the Hou Astros (run-line) at 8:10 ET. I think the massive talent discrepancy on the mound absolutely justifies in laying the 1.5 runs for the much better price. So that's my official call on this one, taking the Astros on the runline option. The hapless Twins turns to Griffin Jax (1-1, 6.41 ERA) out of necessity after trading a few pieces out of the starting rotation recently. The sample size is small, but I say he's in well over his head here on the road against the the Playoff surging Astros. Houston counters with Framber Valdez (7-2, 3.01), who gave up two runs off four hits while striking out six over five innings in a win over the hard-hitting Giants on Friday. So far Valdez has been perfect at home this season as well, going 3-0 with a 3.00 ERA. I like Valdez to go deep, and for Jax to get the hook early. I expect Houston to not only win today, but to do so by a significan margin. The play is Houston on the runline. Good luck...Larry |
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08-05-21 | Cowboys v. Steelers -1 | Top | 3-16 | Win | 100 | 35 h 16 m | Show |
My NFLX 10* Hall of Fame Game play is on the Pit Steelers at 8:00 ET Neither starting QB will see any action today. The Cowboys were a complete mess on the offensive side of the ball without Dak Prescott in the line-up last year and I believe that's going to again be the case in the Hall Of Fame Game. Dallas will also be without WR Amari Cooper. Garrett Gilbert will be getting the start under center for Dallas tonight (also Ben DiNucci and Cooper Rush will see time.) We'll also see the backups and wannabe's under WR and RB. Ben Roethlisberger won't be under center tonight for the Steelers, meaning you'd better get ready for a healthy dose of Mason Rudolph and Dwayne Haskins. What I do really like about Pittsburgh in this one though, is that it will be giving RB Najee Harris considerable touches throughout this game and entire preseason. This is the Hall of Fame Game. Pretty much anything can happen. That said, the key talent that's out on the Cowboys offense is significant and their defense, which was a weak point last season, is also a concern this year. Pittsburgh finished with the No. 3 defense last year. Rudolph has seen considerable time under center in the regular season and is probably the best QB on the field tonight. Give me the Steelers to cover the small number. Good luck...Larry |
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08-05-21 | Giants v. Diamondbacks OVER 8.5 | Top | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 9 h 1 m | Show |
My 8* Getaway Day Total of the Week is on SFG/Arz Over at 3:40 ET. Obviously Alex Wood (9-3, 3.83 ERA), has been excellent for the Giants this year. He's a big reason that San Fran has the best record in baseball right now. But perhaps his early rosy numbers were just a little too sparkling, as he's already started to show some cracks in the armor, most recently allowing five runs over five innings in a loss to the Astros on Saturday, lucky to earn a no-decision. And I have no faith at all in Merrill Kelly (7-8, 4.38), who gave up four runs off eight hits over six innings in a loss to the Dodgers on Saturday. He's 1-1 with a 5.06 ERA in three starts vs. the Giants this year. Sluggers Kris Bryant is 5 for 8 with three doubles off him, while Buster Posey is 7 for 17 and a homer off Kelly. This one has over written all over it. The play is indeed the over. Good luck...Larry |
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08-04-21 | Braves -114 v. Cardinals | Top | 7-4 | Win | 100 | 13 h 49 m | Show |
My 10* NL Game of the Week is on the Atl Braves at 8:15 ET. I won with the Braves yesterday and I expect them to find a way to deliver here as well in what I believe to be another favorable starting pitching matchup. Atlanta hands the ball to Drew Smyly (7-3, 4.40 ERA), who gave up three runs and struck out six over four innings in a no-decision to the Mets on Thursday. Smyly wasn't at his best obviously, but he still sports a highly respectable 83/34 K/W over 92 innings this season (he's been at his best on the road too, going 5-2 with a 4.24 ERA.) The home side counters with JA Happ (5-6, 6.77), who make his season debut for the Cardinals tonight. Happ has been terrible. Somehow he kept a spot in the Twins' rotation and somehow he was traded to St. Louis. There's nothing positive to say about Happ this season, as he's struggled in every facet. I don't expect him to simply "throw a switch" and solve all his problems in St. Louis. Finally note, the Cards are just 1-5 in their last six vs. southpaws, while the Braves are 4-1 in their last five road contests vs. lefties. All things considered, a great price in my opinion. The play is Atlanta. Good luck...Larry |
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08-04-21 | Mets v. Marlins +152 | Top | 5-3 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 54 m | Show |
My 9* Division Dominator (AL East) is on the Mia Marlins at 7:10 ET. The Mets are floundering and overpriced in my opinion. I love the Marlins at home here. New York has lost seven of ten and three in a row, while Miami has won two in a row after a four-game slide. Carlos Carrasco (0-0, 2.25 ERA) gets the nod for the visitors. He most recently allowed one run off three hits over four innings in a no-decision to the Reds on Friday. Carrasco has so far been under a short leash. He'll likely see more time today. The home side counters with Zach Thompson (2-4, 2.33) who is also coming off a strong outing, allowing one run and striking out five over six innings. He was very unfortunate to receive a loss for his effort. Over 38.2 innings of work though Thompson now owns a sharp 41/14 K/W (he's been at his best at home too, going 2-2 with a 2.12 ERA.) Miami is 7-3 in its last ten in this series. I think it'll extend that run here. The correct call is Thompson in my opinion at this price. Carrasco has yet to be truly tested since his return from injury and I think he'll struggle in that role today. Great value play here on the Marlins. Good luck...Larry |
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08-04-21 | Red Sox -141 v. Tigers | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 12 h 45 m | Show | |
My 8* Las Vegas Insider is on the Bos Red Sox at 7:10 ET. I had a play on Boston yesterday and while that pick came up short, I look for the Red Sox to get back on track here. Overall it's been a great year for the Red Sox, but obviously they're going to be eager to break this five-game skid, which represents their longest one of the season. Detroit's had a bad campaing overall, but it's been playing well of late. Howver, after two straight victories, I expect a letdown here finally. The Red Sox hand the ball to Eduardo Rodriguez (7-6, 5.60 ERA). He gave up six runs in a loss to Toronto last Thursday. He hasn't found his overall form from a year ago, but he'll be feeling confident facing the Tigers, as he's 4-1 with a 2.91 ERA in six career starts vs. them. Casey Mize (6-5, 3.41) has been exceptional for Detroit this year. Clearly, the rookie has exceeded expectations. It's difficult to say too many negative things about Mize, so I'm not going to bother. I simply feel he's in the wrong place at the wrong time today. As note, Boston is 8-3 in its last 11 after playing to five or more straight losses in a row. The Red Sox left nine runners on base last night. I don't expect that to happen twice. I believe that desperate Boston will find a way to deliver today. Good luck...Larry |
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08-03-21 | Cubs v. Rockies -134 | 6-13 | Win | 100 | 13 h 18 m | Show | |
My 8* Weekly Wipeout is on the Col Rockies at 8:40 ET. I like the Rockies and Kyle Freeland to continue to add to the Cubs' miseries tonight. Chicago has lost six of its last ten and five of its last six. Colorado hasn't been playing much better and has been out of contention for a while now, but I still think this is a matchup which favors the home side. Chicago hands the ball to Zach Davies (6-7, 4.39 ERA), who was shelled for four runs over six innings in a loss to the Reds in his last outing. Note that he's an unremarkable 2-3 with a 4.48 ERA on the road. Freeland (1-6, 4.52) gave up one run over six innings and struck out six in an unfortunate loss to the Padres on Thursday. Freeland has "turned the corner" and I look for him to build off that mometum, as note that he posted an impressive 2.40 ERA over five July starts. Finally, note that the Rockies are a whopping 14-3 in their last 17 as a favorite, while the Cubs are a poor 1-8 in their last nine against a right-handed starter. This one has rout written all over it. The play is Colorado. Good luck...Larry |
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08-03-21 | Braves -124 v. Cardinals | Top | 6-1 | Win | 100 | 13 h 2 m | Show |
My 10* "Best Bet" Situational Stunner of the Month is on the Atl Braves at 8:15 ET. The Braves been trading wins and losses over their last ten games and off a 2-1 setback to Milwaukee at home two nights ago, I expect this strong pattern to continue. St. Louis has been trading wins and losses over its last five games. Off a 7-3 win here two nights ago against Minnesota, all signs point to this pattern continuing as well. The visitors hand the ball to Max Fried (7-7, 4.32 ERA), who is off an unfortunate loss after allowing two runs over seven innings to the Mets. He also struck out nine, which was a season high. Over 91.2 innings Fried owns a very respectable 94/32 K/W. He'll be opposed by Jon Lester (3-5, 5.02), who started off the season OK with the Nationals, but who makes his season debut here for the Cardinals struggling overall. He's been decent over his last two outings, but note he's still 0-4 with a 7.07 ERA on the road (true, technically this is a home game for Lester, but because it's just his first start here as a member of the Cards, I believe his road record should be taking into account in this first matchup.) St. Louis is also just 1-5 in its last six vs. southpaws, while Atlanta is 4-0 in its last four as a favorite. The Braves haven't throw in the towel and this is definitely a starting pitching matchup which works in their favor. Look for Atlanta to step up and take advantage. Lay the short price, the play is the Braves. Good luck...Larry |
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08-03-21 | Red Sox -130 v. Tigers | Top | 2-4 | Loss | -130 | 12 h 17 m | Show |
The first pick of my STP is a 9* on the Bos Red Sox at 7:10 ET. After taking two of three from the Yanks, the Red Sox enter having lost five in a row. That includes two straight to division rivals Toronto and three straight to division rival Tampa. Boston won't be lacking for motivation today. Detroit has been playing better over the the last month. It broke a two-game slide with a 6-2 win over Baltimore two nights ago, but I think it'll have its hands full here with this determined visiting side. Garrett Richards (6-6, 5.15 ERA), is out to turn things around after a poor stretch. He most recently allowed four runs over four innings in a loss to the Jays. In eight career appearances against the Tigers though, Richards is 2-2 with a 3.46 ERA. He'll be opposed by Wily Peralta (3-2, 3.64), who was most recently shelled for five runs over his last 5 2/3's innings of work. He's also 0-0 with a 5.16 ERA in four career appearances against Boston. The Tigers ended a 17 games in 16 days stretch with a win, but with a day off, I think they have a classic letdown here. Look for Richards to continue his consistent play against the Tigers and for Boston to get back into the winners circle with a much-needed victory. Good luck...Larry |
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08-03-21 | Twins v. Reds -130 | 7-5 | Loss | -130 | 12 h 14 m | Show | |
The 2nd pick of my STP is an 8* on the Cin Reds at 7:10 ET. The Reds have been playing well of late and I expect that momentum to get carried over here. The Twins have been terrible all year and I think they'll struggle again in this one. Kenta Maeda (4-4, 4.40 ERA) comes in off a strong start against Detroit, allowing one run over six innings. Maeda has been better of late, but while he owns a sharp 2.53 ERA at home, that balloons to 5.70 on the road. Tyler Mahle (8-3, 3.71), counters for the home side. He is off a win over the Cubs on Wednesday, going six scoreless. Mahle's actually been better on the road than at home, but note that he's 4-0 with a 2.90 ERA in all night contests. Cincinnait is also 5-0 in its last five against right-handed starters, while Minnesota is interestinly just 1-9 in its last ten when the total in the contest is set between 9 and 10.5 (does this stat really matter? It certainly doesn't hurt!) The Reds are locked in and playing their best ball of the season. Expect that trend to continue here in this favorable matchup. The play is Cincinnati. Good luck...Larry |
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08-03-21 | Mariners v. Rays -153 | 4-2 | Loss | -153 | 12 h 11 m | Show | |
The 3rd pick of my STP is a 7* on the TB Rays at 7:10 ET. After falling 8-2 yesterday, I like the home side to bounce back in fine fashion here. Seattle sends Yusei Kikuchi (6-6, 4.01 ERA) to the hill, who continued his proverbial slide down the crapper in his last outing, getting shelled for four runs off seven hits over five innings. Over his last four games Kikuchi now owns a terrible 7.71 ERA. The home side counters with Luis Patino (2-2, 4.26), who comes in off a strong outing against the Yanks in his last outing, striking out eight over six scoreless. Over 31.2 innings of work he has 36 strikeouts. Finally, note that Tampa is 7-1 in its last eight in trying to revenge a home loss against an opponent in which it was held to one or less runs in. Look for Patino to continue his strong play and for Kikuchi to contine to struggle. Lay the price with confidece, the play is Tampa. Good luck...Larry |
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08-01-21 | Red Sox +133 v. Rays | Top | 2-3 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 21 m | Show |
My 10* AL East Game of the Month is on the Bos Red Sox at 7:08 ET. Boston comes in hungry to break a four-game slide and to avoid the three-game series sweep here in Tampa. The Rays come in complacent after three straight victories and with the lowly Orioles coming to town tomorrow for a new series. The visitors hand the ball to Nick Pivetta (8-4, 4.51 ERA), who gave up four runs and struck out six over five innings in a no-decision to the hard-hitting Blue Jays on Monday. Pivetta hasn't been great or terrible over the last month, but pedestrian is probably the best word to describe his performance. That said, the second-year pro has been fantastic on the road this season, going 5-2 with a 3.22 ERA. The home side counters with Shane McClanahan (4-4, 3.93), who is off a loss to the Yankees on Tuesday, conceding three runs over six innings. With last night's win, the Rays have taken over the lead in the AL East by a half game. I think Pivetta can outduel his rookie counterpart here in this important game (also note that Boston is 7-2 in its last nine after a three games or longer losing streak.) For all the reasons listed above, I'm playing Boston. Good luck...Larry |
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08-01-21 | A's v. Angels -116 | 8-3 | Loss | -116 | 9 h 4 m | Show | |
The 3rd pick of my STP is an 8* on the LA Angels at 4:07 ET. The Angels eked out a 1-0 win here last night and I think they'll find a way to earn a series win here on Sunday. This is a battle of rookie starters that make their respective MLB debuts. However, that's where the similarities end between these two young hurlers. The form in which Angels' starter Reid Detmers enters makes him the correct call in this matchup. Detmers comes over from Triple-A Salt Lake, where he made one start, going six scoreless and striking out nine. The Athletics' Daulton Jefferies posted a 5.19 ERA and 1.29 WHIP across 59 frames in Triple A action (Jefferies actually made his MLB debut for the A's late last year, so this is his second ever MLB start, and first of the season.) LA trails Oakland by six games for the Wildcard spot and I look for it to build off yesterday's victory. Lay the short price, the play is LA. Good luck...Larry |
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08-01-21 | Astros v. Giants -106 | Top | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 9 h 15 m | Show |
My 9* Las Vegas Insider is on the SF Giants at 4:05 ET. The Giants have been alternating wins and losses over their last five games, but I say that pattern gets broken today after their 8-6 win yesterday. Houston's three-game win skein is snapped and with a night off before a two-game set at the defending champs, this also sets up as classic letdown/look-ahead spot in my estimation. I like the league leading Giants to take advantage. The Astros hand the ball to rookie Luis Garcia (7-5, 3.19 ERA), who is starting to show some cracks in the armor of late, most recently conceding six runs over four innings to the Mariners. He was lucky to escape with a no-decision. While he's 4-3 with a 2.25 ERA at home, Garcia is just 3-2 with a 4.59 ERA on the road. The home side counters with Logan Webb (4-3, 3.36), who gave up one run to go along with five strikeouts over six innings, unlucky to earn a no-decision vs. the Dodgers on Tuesday. Webb owns a 70/22 K/W over 67 innings of work and he's 2-0 with a 1.61 ERA at home. Look for Webb to continue his red hot play at home and for Garcia to continue to regress in thid difficult road venue. The play is the Giants. Good luck...Larry |
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08-01-21 | Twins v. Cardinals -133 | 3-7 | Win | 100 | 7 h 15 m | Show | |
The 2nd pick of my STP is an 8* on the StL Cardinals at 2:15 ET. I like the Cards to bounce back here in the finale of this interleague series. St. Louis took the first game by a score of 5-1, and then Minnesota won 8-1 yesterday. The visitors hand the ball to Michael Pineda (4-5, 3.86 ERA), who gave up two runs over six innings in a no-decision to the Tigers on Monday. Pineda has been a consistent bright spot in the Twins' rotation this year, but if he's had one knock against him, it's been his play on the road where he's just 2-2 with a pedestrian 4.98 ERA. The home side counters with Adam Wainwright (8-6, 3.51) who continues to enjoy a resurgent season, most recently allowing two runs over seven innings in a victory over the Tribe. He's now gone into the seventh inning six times in his last ten starts and over that span he's posted a 2.86 ERA and a 62/15 K/W over 66 frames of work (he has a 4.98 ERA on the road and a 2.70 ERA at home as well.) Look for St. Louis to bounce back here behind a superior start from Wainwright. Lay the price, the play is the Cardinals. Good luck...Larry |
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08-01-21 | Brewers +137 v. Braves | Top | 2-1 | Win | 137 | 6 h 24 m | Show |
The 1st pick of my STP is a 9* on the Mil Brewers at 1:20 ET. I had a play on the Braves last night and they went on to crush the Brewers by a score of 8-1. Tonight though I think the value has swung back the other way. The visitors hand the ball to Brett Anderson (3-5, 3.86 ERA), who comes in off a super strong outing against the Pirates on Tuesday, going six scoreless. He's now allowed just two runs over two starts since the All Star break and I believe he'll carry over that momentum here. The Braves counter with Charlie Morton (10-3, 3.72), who gave up three runs over five innings in a win over the Mets on Tuesday. Morton has been great of late, but the Brewers are 20-6 in their last 26 vs. right-handed starters. Milwaukee is also 8-2 in its last ten as a road dog. The Braves are only 26-26 at home, while the Brewers are 33-18 on the road. This one has slight upset written all over it. The play is Milwaukee. Good luck...Larry |
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07-31-21 | Brewers v. Braves +137 | Top | 1-8 | Win | 137 | 12 h 58 m | Show |
My 9* Las Vegas Insider is on the Atl Braves at 7:20 ET. The Braves have been trading wins and losses over their last ten games. After a 9-5 loss here in the opener of this series, I believe this pattern will continue. The Brewers have been playing well over the last few weeks, but after four straight wins, I say the "letdown" happens today. The Braves fly under the radar here at home as the underdog. These starting pitchers are more evenly matched than what Vegas is trying to lead us to believe in my opinion. The Brewers hand the ball to Brandon Woodruff (7-5, 2.14 ERA), who gav eup three runs over seven innings in what turned out to be a loss to the White Sox. Clearly, Woodruff has been superb this year. I just think that Braves rookie hurler Kyle Muller (2-3, 2.55) can match him inning for inning. Muller earned his second career win last time out, striking out three over five scoreless against the Mets. He's been better at home than on the road, but I still think he can match his counterpart here. The Braves though have done well in this spot for bettors, going 8-3 in their last 11 in trying to revenge a home loss against an opponent in which they conceded eight or more runs in. Great value on the hungry home side. The play is the Braves. Good luck...Larry |
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07-31-21 | Reds +112 v. Mets | Top | 4-5 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 55 m | Show |
My 10* PERFECT STORM is on the Cin Reds at 7:10 ET. The Cubs are on the verge of being eliminated from playoff contention, while the Reds are well on the way to securing a spot. These teams are moving in opposite directions right now and I expect that trend to continue. Cincinnati has won seven of ten and four in a row. I like going against "streaks/runs," whether those are winning or losing, but right now I think the Reds are "locked in." Rich Hill (6-4, 3.95 ERA) makes his second start for the Cubs. In his first he allowed three runs over five innings in a no-decision to the Jays. Hill is going to have his hands full though with a red hot Jonahthan India, who had two home runs and three RBI's in yesterday's 6-2 series opeing victory. The Mets got some crushing news as well when they learned that star pitcher Jacob deGrom will be shelved for the season with injury. New York's prospects aren't looking great right now, and I think that Reds' starter Wade Miley can take advantage. Miley (8-4, 2.86) is 4-0 with a 2.42 ERA in his last ten outings. Too many uncertainties for this Mets organization, while the Reds come in playing arguably their best baseball of the season. All things considered, I believe this to be the very definition of "great line value." The play is the Reds. Good luck...Larry |
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07-31-21 | Astros -102 v. Giants | 6-8 | Loss | -102 | 9 h 42 m | Show | |
NOTE: This is a play on the GIANTS, wrong side chosen by mistake.
My 8* AL West/NL West Showdown is on the SF Giants at 4:05 ET. The Giants own the best record in baseball and they'll be eager to get back to their winning ways after dropping the opener of this interleague series yesterday by a score of 9-6. The Astros have won eight of ten and three in a row. San Francisco has won six of ten, but it's dropped two of its last three. I say the Giants are the "hungrier" team today. San Francisco also is set to welcome slugger Kris Bryant to the line-up today, as he comes over in a trade from the Cubs. The home side will clearly be motivated today and it has a pitcher on the mound that can match Houston's inning for inning. The Astros hand the ball to Zach Greinke (10-3, 3.48 ERA), while the Giants counter with Alex Wood (9-3, 3.65). Both are coming off strong outings. Each has enjoyed success against their opponent today in the past. They're evenly matched in my books. San Francisco though has been resilient in this position for bettors, going 7-2 in its last nine in trying to revenge a home loss against an opponent in which it allowed eight or more runs in. Considering all of the situational and motivational factors I see working in favor of the Giants today and which are listed above, I think we're getting unbelievable value here on the home side. The play is San Francisco. Good luck...Larry |
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07-30-21 | A's v. Angels +110 | Top | 2-0 | Loss | -100 | 14 h 20 m | Show |
My 10* "Signature" LEGEND Play is on the LA Angels at 9:38 ET. The Angels trail the Athletics for the Wild card spot and they've lost six in a row to Oakland coming into this series. Clearly, the home side won't be lacking for motivation today. LA has been trading wins and losses over its last four games, and after yesterday's 4-0 series opening defeat here to the A's, I look for this pattern to continue. I say these starting pitchers are evenly matched. Their numbers certainly point to that being the case, as Oakland starter Chris Bassitt is 10-3 with a 3.46 ERA and 1.06 WHIP, while LA's Patrick Sandoval is 3-4 with a 3.53 ERA and 1.10 WHIP. This is a double-revenge spot for Sandoval as well, who has already gone up against Bassitt twice this year, losing 6-2 and 6-0. Sandoval in his last outing though struck out 13 in a win over the Twins and he's a big reason why I like the home side here. Bassitt is 5-3 with a 3.88 ERA in 11 appearances against LA. As I said, these starters are essentially a "wash," but I'll give Sandoval the slight edge for throwing at home here. Does the "double revenge" factor matter? I don't think it hurts! Finally, note that LA is 7-2 in its last nine in trying to revenge a shutout home loss to an opponent. A great situational play here on the Angels. Good luck...Larry |
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07-29-21 | Blue Jays +105 v. Red Sox | Top | 13-1 | Win | 105 | 12 h 16 m | Show |
My 10* PERFECT STORM is on the Tor Blue Jays at 7:10 ET. Toronto snapped a two-game slide with a big 4-1 win here yesterday and with its ace on the mound, I think the visiting side will find a way to deliver again here on Thursday. Hyun-Jin Ryu (9-5, 3.44 ERA) gave up three runs and struck out four over four innings in a no-decision to the Mets on the weekend. It was just the third start this year that he's failed to pitch at least five innings. No need to hit the panic button obviously. Note that Ryu is 5-3 with a 3.44 ERA on the road as well this season. The home side counters with Eduardo Rodriguez (7-5, 5.23), who has pitched much better over the last month, but he was just pulled from his last start after one inning due to migraine issues. He's been given the green light here, but I say, advantage Ryu! Note as well that Toronto is 7-2 in its last nine after holding its opponent to one or less runs in a road victory in its last outing. Look for Ryu to go deep and for Toronto to post a second straight victory. The play is the Jays. Good luck...Larry |
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07-29-21 | Dodgers v. Giants +114 | Top | 0-5 | Win | 114 | 9 h 56 m | Show |
My 9* Getaway Day Game of the Week is on the SF Giants at 3:45 ET. The Giants are the No. 1 team in MLB, but they'll be eager to get back into the winners circle after yesterday's humbling 8-0 defeat here to their rivals. LA is undermanned right now, but it still managed to get the job done, bouncing back from a 2-1 series opening defeat. The Giants are 7-3 in their last ten in trying to revenge a home loss against an opponent in which they were shut out in, so Johnny Cueto (6-5, 4.09 ERA) has to be feeling confident he can help his team bounce back today. Cueto most recently allowed three runs and struck out seven over five innings in a no-decision to the Pirates on Friday. Over 16 starts the veteran owns a respectable 77/17 K/W. And while Cueto is only 1-2 with a 5.13 ERA on the road, he's 5-3 with a 3.45 ERA at home. He'll be opposed by David Price (4-0, 3.35), who gave up three runs and struck out four over five innings in a no-decision to the Rockies in his last outing. In his limited time, Price has been sharp. Regression does seem imminent though in my opinion. I say it's Cueto that outduels Price. I like the Giants in this bounce-back revenge spot after getting blanked on Wednesday. The play is San Francisco. Good luck...Larry |
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07-28-21 | Dodgers v. Giants OVER 7.5 | 8-0 | Win | 100 | 13 h 15 m | Show | |
The 3rd pick of my STP is on LAD/SFG Over at 9:45 ET. While yesterday's series opener went under the number in the Giants 2-1 victory, and despite a couple of decent starting pitchers going head-to-head this evening, I still expect some offensive fireworks in this one. The visitors hand the ball to Walker Buehler (10-1, 2.30 ERA), who gave up one run over seven innings in what turned out to be a no-decision against these very Giants last Thursday. It's hard to say anything negative about Buehler, as he's been great. But regression at some point is going to happen. Is that tonight? The Giants own the best record in all of baseball, and their line-up is hard to contain. Note as well the Buehler's 3.20 FIP points to his sparkling ERA is on the cusp of collapsing. Both teams are down some players right now, but I don't think it'll matter. Finally, note that LA has seen the total go over the number in seven of its last ten in trying to revenge a road loss against an opponent in which it was held to one or less runs in. Look for this one to sneak over the number as the game goes down the stretch. Good luck...Larry |
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07-28-21 | White Sox -1.5 v. Royals | 2-3 | Loss | -112 | 12 h 44 m | Show | |
The 2nd pick of my STP is on the Chi White Sox (-1.5) at 8:10 ET. Yes, the White Sox have been alternating wins and losses over their last few games and yes, they're coming off a 5-3 win yesterday, but despite that, I expect Chicago to break that recent trend and to instead build off its victory with another big winning effort here. Chicago hands the ball to Lucas Giolito (8-7, 3.78 ERA), who will be eager to return to the winners circle after a hard-luck loss on Friday against the Brewers, allowing one run over six innings. Over 119 innings of work so far this year Giolito has a 136/38 K/W, and while he's a poor 4-5 with a 5.05 ERA in all day games, he's a great 4-2 with a 2.71 ERA in all night contests this season. The upstart Royals counter with Kris Bubic (3-4, 4.72), who gave up one run over six innings in a win over the Tigers last Friday. It was enough to earn him another start, as he's needed mostly out of necessity with others on the injured list. The Royals are just 1-10 in their last 11 home games here against the White Sox and I believe that trend of futility continues here. Chicago is 6-3 in its last nine on the road overall and I expect it to not only win today, but to win BIG. The play is the White Sox on the run line option. Good luck...Larry |
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07-28-21 | Reds +100 v. Cubs | Top | 8-2 | Win | 100 | 12 h 50 m | Show |
The 1st pick of my STP is on the Cin Reds at 8:05 ET. The Cubs are sellers at the trade deadline, while the Reds are in the hunt. Off their 7-4 win here yesterday, I like the visiting side to find a way to step up here and get the job done as well. Cincinnati hands the ball to Tyler Mahle (7-3, 3.92 ERA), who earned a no-decision against the Cardinals on Friday, allowing two runs over five innings and striking out five. Mahle has been scuffling a bit of late after a red hot start, but he's definitely been at his best on the road this season, going 2-2 with a ballooned 6.07 ERA at home, but 5-1 with a tiny 2.28 ERA on the road. The Cubs counter with Zach Davies (6-6, 4.30), who allowed two runs off seven hits over five innings in a win over the Diamondbacks on Friday. Davies has turned the corner with his performance over the last month, but I'll point out that he's 3-1 with a 2.85 ERA in all day contests, while only 3-5 with a 5.29 ERA in all night games. Chicago has actually lost four of the last five games started by Davies. Mahle has held the Cubs to two or less runs in his last three vs. them and I believe he's the correct call again here. Great value here on the hungry visitors, the play is Cincinnati. Good luck...Larry |
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07-28-21 | Yankees v. Rays -122 | Top | 3-1 | Loss | -122 | 12 h 48 m | Show |
My 10* Rivalry Game of the Month is on the TB Rays at 7:10 ET. Off yesterday's 4-3 defeat, I like the Rays to battle tough here and rebound with a victory in this revenge spot on Wednesday night. New York has been alternating wins/losses over its last four games and I think that pattern continues with rookie Nestor Cortes (0-0, 1.95 ERA) starting this one. Nestor has a sharp 34/10 K/W over his first 27.2 innings, but he returned from the injured list in his last outing and looked pedestrian by allowing three runs over two innings. This is a big test for Cortes here now in this difficult road venue and I say that he stumbles. Tampa comes in focussed now to break a two-game slide. Michael Wacha (2-2, 5.16) gets the nod for the home side. He's been inconsistent this year, but it's not entirely his fault as he's had to move around a lot this year, from the rotation, to the bullpen and then back again. In his last outing he allowed three runs over five innings in a no-decision to the Orioles. Wacha's been his most consistent at home though, going 1-0 with a 3.99 ERA. The Yanks are set to welcome back Aaron Judge, but I think that it'll be Nelson Cruz and the revenge-minded home side that find a way to get the job done at the end of the night. Lay the short price, the play is Tampa. Good luck...Larry |
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07-28-21 | A's v. Padres UNDER 8.5 | Top | 10-4 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 18 m | Show |
My 9* Afternoon Over/Under (IL) is on Oak/SD Under at 4:10 ET. Last night's contest flew well over the number in the Padres 7-4 victory, but all signs point to a classic duel between two stud starting pitchers on Wednesday night. Neither of these teams has been terribly consistent at the plate over the last month and I think that Sean Manaea (7-6, 3.16 ERA) of the A's and Blake Snell (4-3, 4.92) of the Friars will garner most of the headlines in tomorrow's summaries of this contest. Manaea has been a work-horse all season for the A's, he most recently gave up one run and struck out 13 over seven innings in a victory over the Mariners on Thursday. He's now struck out at least six in six straight outings and he owns a great 2.94 ERA on the road thus far. Snell hasn't been at his best overall this year, but he's coming off a great outing, allowing one run and striking out eight over six innings in a victory over Miami. He has a respectable 104/51 K/W over 80.1 innings of work and there's no question that he's been at his best at home this season. In fact, Snell is likely the biggest Jekyll and Hyde and pitcher in the league this year, going just 1-3 with an 8.10 ERA on the road, but 3-0 with a 1.45 ERA at home. As mentioned above, this one will be dominated by Manaea and Snell and that's going to lead to this total staying under once it's all said and done. Good luck...Larry |
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07-27-21 | Rockies v. Angels -132 | Top | 12-3 | Loss | -132 | 15 h 49 m | Show |
My MLB 9* Las Vegas Insider is on the LA Angels at 9:38 ET. The Angels have now won three in a row after yesterday's 6-2 win here over Colorado. I say that LA keeps the momentum rolling. The Rockies enter this one on the other end of the spectrum, losers of three straight. Everything points to this slide continuing in my opinion. The visitors see Austin Gomber (7-5, 3.74 ERA) toe the slab tonight, and he's off a win over the Mariners, allowing three runs over six innings. In 16 starts this year though Gomber has served up multiple home runs. The Angels counter with Jose Suarez (4-3, 2.85), who is coming off a loss to the A's, allowing four runs and striking out four over six innings. The rookie has been strong overall though, and I absolutely think he's the correct call in this starting matchup, especially as he'll be at home. I think Colorado's offensive issues continue and I expect the Angels to take advantage. Lay the price, the play is LA. Good luck...Larry |
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Date | Match Up | Rating | Score | Result | Profit | Lead Time | Analysis |
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08-28-21 | Ravens v. Washington Football Team +4 | Top | 37-3 | Loss | -102 | 58 h 30 m | Show |
08-27-21 | Yankees v. A's +133 | Top | 8-2 | Loss | -100 | 15 h 38 m | Show |
08-27-21 | Steelers v. Panthers -3.5 | Top | 9-34 | Win | 100 | 9 h 19 m | Show |
08-27-21 | Reds -138 v. Marlins | Top | 6-0 | Win | 100 | 12 h 16 m | Show |
08-26-21 | Yankees v. A's +101 | Top | 7-6 | Loss | -100 | 15 h 54 m | Show |
08-26-21 | Giants -123 v. Mets | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 12 h 48 m | Show | |
08-26-21 | White Sox -104 v. Blue Jays | Top | 10-7 | Win | 100 | 9 h 40 m | Show |
08-25-21 | Dodgers v. Padres +134 | Top | 5-3 | Loss | -100 | 15 h 5 m | Show |
08-25-21 | Twins v. Red Sox UNDER 10.5 | Top | 9-6 | Loss | -105 | 12 h 20 m | Show |
08-25-21 | White Sox v. Blue Jays -117 | Top | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 58 m | Show |
08-24-21 | Yankees v. Braves UNDER 9.5 | Top | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 13 h 50 m | Show |
08-24-21 | White Sox +116 v. Blue Jays | Top | 5-2 | Win | 116 | 12 h 15 m | Show |
08-24-21 | Rays v. Phillies +107 | 3-1 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 17 m | Show | |
08-24-21 | Mariners v. A's -137 | 5-1 | Loss | -137 | 9 h 55 m | Show | |
08-23-21 | Mariners +116 v. A's | Top | 5-3 | Win | 116 | 14 h 15 m | Show |
08-23-21 | Jaguars v. Saints -4 | Top | 21-23 | Loss | -108 | 14 h 42 m | Show |
08-23-21 | White Sox -107 v. Blue Jays | Top | 1-2 | Loss | -107 | 12 h 35 m | Show |
08-22-21 | Angels +128 v. Indians | Top | 0-3 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 55 m | Show |
08-22-21 | Giants +101 v. A's | Top | 2-1 | Win | 101 | 8 h 15 m | Show |
08-22-21 | White Sox +115 v. Rays | Top | 0-9 | Loss | -100 | 6 h 56 m | Show |
08-21-21 | Phillies v. Padres OVER 8 | Top | 3-4 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 1 m | Show |
08-21-21 | Lions +6.5 v. Steelers | Top | 20-26 | Win | 100 | 15 h 46 m | Show |
08-21-21 | Ravens v. Panthers +3.5 | Top | 20-3 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 18 m | Show |
08-21-21 | Jets v. Packers +2.5 | Top | 23-14 | Loss | -107 | 12 h 44 m | Show |
08-21-21 | Giants -115 v. A's | Top | 6-5 | Win | 100 | 9 h 16 m | Show |
08-21-21 | White Sox +123 v. Rays | Top | 4-8 | Loss | -100 | 6 h 25 m | Show |
08-20-21 | Giants v. A's +110 | 1-4 | Win | 110 | 14 h 27 m | Show | |
08-20-21 | Bengals v. Washington Football Team -4.5 | Top | 13-17 | Loss | -110 | 55 h 27 m | Show |
08-20-21 | White Sox -120 v. Rays | 7-5 | Win | 100 | 12 h 3 m | Show | |
08-20-21 | Angels +107 v. Indians | Top | 1-9 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 1 m | Show |
08-20-21 | Tigers v. Blue Jays UNDER 9.5 | Top | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 13 h 27 m | Show |
08-19-21 | Patriots v. Eagles +3 | Top | 35-0 | Loss | -105 | 79 h 57 m | Show |
08-19-21 | A's v. White Sox OVER 8.5 | Top | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 7 h 4 m | Show |
08-18-21 | Brewers v. Cardinals +110 | Top | 6-4 | Loss | -100 | 13 h 51 m | Show |
08-18-21 | Red Sox +102 v. Yankees | Top | 2-5 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 7 m | Show |
08-18-21 | Padres -117 v. Rockies | Top | 5-7 | Loss | -117 | 7 h 59 m | Show |
08-17-21 | A's -112 v. White Sox | Top | 0-9 | Loss | -112 | 13 h 8 m | Show |
08-17-21 | Brewers v. Cardinals +142 | Top | 2-0 | Loss | -100 | 13 h 46 m | Show |
08-17-21 | Braves v. Marlins +117 | Top | 2-0 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 36 m | Show |
08-16-21 | Padres -124 v. Rockies | Top | 5-6 | Loss | -124 | 14 h 55 m | Show |
08-16-21 | A's v. White Sox UNDER 9 | Top | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 13 h 11 m | Show |
08-15-21 | Dodgers v. Mets OVER 7.5 | Top | 14-4 | Win | 100 | 13 h 42 m | Show |
08-15-21 | Blue Jays -114 v. Mariners | Top | 8-3 | Win | 100 | 10 h 44 m | Show |
08-15-21 | Reds v. Phillies -132 | 7-4 | Loss | -132 | 7 h 36 m | Show | |
08-14-21 | Blue Jays v. Mariners +138 | Top | 3-9 | Win | 138 | 15 h 39 m | Show |
08-14-21 | Chiefs v. 49ers OVER 37 | Top | 19-16 | Loss | -134 | 109 h 40 m | Show |
08-14-21 | Texans +3 v. Packers | Top | 26-7 | Win | 100 | 82 h 32 m | Show |
08-14-21 | Yankees v. White Sox -122 | Top | 7-5 | Loss | -122 | 13 h 51 m | Show |
08-14-21 | Saints +3 v. Ravens | 14-17 | Push | 0 | 81 h 47 m | Show | |
08-13-21 | Padres v. Diamondbacks UNDER 8.5 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 105 | 13 h 0 m | Show |
08-13-21 | Cardinals -132 v. Royals | Top | 6-0 | Win | 100 | 13 h 59 m | Show |
08-13-21 | Cubs v. Marlins -114 | 10-14 | Win | 100 | 12 h 55 m | Show | |
08-13-21 | Indians -113 v. Tigers | 7-4 | Win | 100 | 11 h 6 m | Show | |
08-13-21 | Dodgers -145 v. Mets | 6-5 | Win | 100 | 11 h 5 m | Show | |
08-13-21 | Bills v. Lions | Top | 16-15 | Loss | -114 | 51 h 58 m | Show |
08-12-21 | Blue Jays -123 v. Angels | Top | 3-6 | Loss | -123 | 15 h 30 m | Show |
08-12-21 | Steelers +1 v. Eagles | Top | 24-16 | Win | 100 | 43 h 40 m | Show |
08-12-21 | Tigers +134 v. Orioles | Top | 6-4 | Win | 134 | 9 h 4 m | Show |
08-11-21 | Tigers -113 v. Orioles | Top | 5-2 | Win | 100 | 13 h 28 m | Show |
08-11-21 | Reds +100 v. Braves | Top | 6-8 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 49 m | Show |
08-11-21 | Dodgers v. Phillies +125 | Top | 8-2 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 43 m | Show |
08-10-21 | Tigers +100 v. Orioles | Top | 9-4 | Win | 100 | 15 h 51 m | Show |
08-10-21 | A's -147 v. Indians | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 13 h 49 m | Show | |
08-10-21 | Cardinals -120 v. Pirates | Top | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 13 h 59 m | Show |
08-08-21 | Giants -103 v. Brewers | Top | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 7 h 8 m | Show |
08-08-21 | Mariners +125 v. Yankees | Top | 2-0 | Win | 125 | 6 h 9 m | Show |
08-07-21 | Tigers +125 v. Indians | Top | 2-1 | Win | 125 | 13 h 6 m | Show |
08-07-21 | Marlins v. Rockies -154 | Top | 4-7 | Win | 100 | 14 h 42 m | Show |
08-07-21 | Mariners v. Yankees OVER 9.5 | Top | 4-5 | Loss | -125 | 10 h 13 m | Show |
08-06-21 | Tigers v. Indians -150 | 1-6 | Win | 100 | 13 h 53 m | Show | |
08-06-21 | Red Sox v. Blue Jays OVER 9 | Top | 4-12 | Win | 100 | 13 h 31 m | Show |
08-06-21 | Mets v. Phillies UNDER 9 | Top | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 13 h 31 m | Show |
08-05-21 | Twins v. Astros -1.5 | Top | 5-3 | Loss | -130 | 13 h 18 m | Show |
08-05-21 | Cowboys v. Steelers -1 | Top | 3-16 | Win | 100 | 35 h 16 m | Show |
08-05-21 | Giants v. Diamondbacks OVER 8.5 | Top | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 9 h 1 m | Show |
08-04-21 | Braves -114 v. Cardinals | Top | 7-4 | Win | 100 | 13 h 49 m | Show |
08-04-21 | Mets v. Marlins +152 | Top | 5-3 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 54 m | Show |
08-04-21 | Red Sox -141 v. Tigers | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 12 h 45 m | Show | |
08-03-21 | Cubs v. Rockies -134 | 6-13 | Win | 100 | 13 h 18 m | Show | |
08-03-21 | Braves -124 v. Cardinals | Top | 6-1 | Win | 100 | 13 h 2 m | Show |
08-03-21 | Red Sox -130 v. Tigers | Top | 2-4 | Loss | -130 | 12 h 17 m | Show |
08-03-21 | Twins v. Reds -130 | 7-5 | Loss | -130 | 12 h 14 m | Show | |
08-03-21 | Mariners v. Rays -153 | 4-2 | Loss | -153 | 12 h 11 m | Show | |
08-01-21 | Red Sox +133 v. Rays | Top | 2-3 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 21 m | Show |
08-01-21 | A's v. Angels -116 | 8-3 | Loss | -116 | 9 h 4 m | Show | |
08-01-21 | Astros v. Giants -106 | Top | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 9 h 15 m | Show |
08-01-21 | Twins v. Cardinals -133 | 3-7 | Win | 100 | 7 h 15 m | Show | |
08-01-21 | Brewers +137 v. Braves | Top | 2-1 | Win | 137 | 6 h 24 m | Show |
07-31-21 | Brewers v. Braves +137 | Top | 1-8 | Win | 137 | 12 h 58 m | Show |
07-31-21 | Reds +112 v. Mets | Top | 4-5 | Loss | -100 | 12 h 55 m | Show |
07-31-21 | Astros -102 v. Giants | 6-8 | Loss | -102 | 9 h 42 m | Show | |
07-30-21 | A's v. Angels +110 | Top | 2-0 | Loss | -100 | 14 h 20 m | Show |
07-29-21 | Blue Jays +105 v. Red Sox | Top | 13-1 | Win | 105 | 12 h 16 m | Show |
07-29-21 | Dodgers v. Giants +114 | Top | 0-5 | Win | 114 | 9 h 56 m | Show |
07-28-21 | Dodgers v. Giants OVER 7.5 | 8-0 | Win | 100 | 13 h 15 m | Show | |
07-28-21 | White Sox -1.5 v. Royals | 2-3 | Loss | -112 | 12 h 44 m | Show | |
07-28-21 | Reds +100 v. Cubs | Top | 8-2 | Win | 100 | 12 h 50 m | Show |
07-28-21 | Yankees v. Rays -122 | Top | 3-1 | Loss | -122 | 12 h 48 m | Show |
07-28-21 | A's v. Padres UNDER 8.5 | Top | 10-4 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 18 m | Show |
07-27-21 | Rockies v. Angels -132 | Top | 12-3 | Loss | -132 | 15 h 49 m | Show |