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09-16-17 | Kentucky v. South Carolina -4.5 | 23-13 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 1 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on South Carolina. The Gamecocks have upset the apple cart so far this season, winning as an underdog against N.C. State and Missouri. Their defense has been impressive, holding Missouri to just 13 points last week. This will be a revenge game of sorts for South Carolina, hosting the Kentucky Wildcats who have defeated them in three straight seasons. Last year's game was a defensive battle, with Kentucky winning by a score of 17-10. In 2015 the Gamecocks lost at home by a score of 26-22 to Kentucky. To say that the Gamecocks have a history of playing low scoring games within their conference, would be an understatement of epic proportions. The under is 10-1 in South Carolina's last 11 games versus SEC teams. |
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09-15-17 | Arizona -23 v. UTEP | 63-16 | Win | 100 | 18 h 33 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Arizona Wildcats.
The UTEP Miners do not have a competitive football team this season, and this is clear after they have lost their first two games of the season by a combined 65 points. While you can't fault them for losing to Oklahoma in their opener, last week's home loss to Rice was a pretty poor result. The Owls ran all over the UTEP defense, totaling 306 rushing yards and three rushing TDs. Arizona has a far more potent ground game, ranking 6th nationally in rushing offense. They have averaged 329 yards per game, totaling eight rushing TDs. Arizona might not be the playoff contender that Oklahoma is, but they have all the tools to run up the score on a team like UTEP. The Miners are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 non-conference games, and they have failed to cover in five of their last seven home games. Take ARI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-12-17 | Braves +1.5 v. Nationals | 8-0 | Win | 100 | 8 h 55 m | Show | |
  This is an 8* play on the Atlanta Braves +1.5.  The Nats have played four straight one-run ballgames, and seven of their last 10 games have been decided by one run. We should expect a pitcher's duel in the nation's capital tonight, and I like the Braves plus the runs.  Julio Teheran will toe the slab for the Braves, and he's been sharp on the road all season. He's 7-2 with a 3.09 ERA in 13 starts on the road, and he's 2-1 with a 4.50 ERA in three starts against Washington. He's won twice at National's Park, allowing just two runs in those games.  The Nats hand the ball to Gio Gonzalez, who has been deadly at home. He's 4-2 with a 1.87 ERA in 13 home starts, but he's 0-1 with a 5.40 ERA in two starts against the Braves this season.  Atlanta is 8-3 in Teheran's last 11 starts on the road, and the under is 5-0-1 in his last six starts versus a team with a winning record.  Take ATL.  GL, Â
Jesse Schule |
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09-11-17 | Chargers +3.5 v. Broncos | 21-24 | Win | 100 | 83 h 28 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the LA Chargers.
The Broncos were just 5-3 at home last season, and when you look at those five wins, they were not that impressive. They beat Carolina by one point, then defeated Indianapolis by a score of 34-20. The Colts trailed by just three points with five minutes to play in that game, but Denver went on to score twice in the final two minutes. After losing to the Chargers in San Diego, the Broncos got their revenge with a 27-19 home win in Week 8. Trevor Siemian threw for 276 yards and an INT on 20-of-38 passing in that game, and he really shouldn't be a starting quarterback in the NFL. Most teams have a backup quarterback who is more qualified to start than Siemian, but Denver has made a mess of it's quarterback situation. Phillip Rivers is still one of the top quarterbacks in the league, and with Keenan Allen back, he's likely to get off to a good start. The Chargers have played the Broncos tough in Denver, going 8-2-4 ATS in their last 14 trips to Mile High. The road team is also 10-3-1 in the last 14 meetings between the two teams. Take LAC. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-10-17 | Giants +5 v. Cowboys | 3-19 | Loss | -115 | 1390 h 4 m | Show | |
 This is an 8* play on the NYG.  After beating the Cowboys twice last season, the Giants are getting a bunch of points here in this Week 1 matchup versus a division rival. Dallas is a team that comes into the season with high expectations, but I am a bit skeptical. Keep in mind that their offense relies on a pair of rookies with just one good season under their belt. It's been a troubled off-season for Ezekiel Elliot, and a likely suspension looms. Dak Prescott was great as a rookie, but then again, so was Colin Kaepernick, Robert Griffin III and Vince Young. His numbers against the Giants were pretty bad. He completed 42-of-82 passes for 392 yards with a TD and two INTs in a pair of losses.  Take NYG.  GL, Jesse Schule
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09-10-17 | Raiders +1 v. Titans | Top | 26-16 | Win | 100 | 2256 h 49 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Oakland Raiders.  The Raiders won at Tennessee last year, winning by a score of 17-10. Derek Carr threw for 249 yards and a TD on 21-of-35 passing. They open the 2017 season on the road at Tennessee this year, and I like their chances of picking up a "W". The Titans are solid, and have been competitive for years. They never seem to have enough talent to get over the hump though, and I don't see any reason why that will change this year. Marcus Mariota is a decent quarterback, but a lackluster receiving corps has made his first two seasons a challenge. Tennessee has a solid defense and a strong running game, but that's no longer the recipe for success in today's NFL. The running game was a weakness for Oakland last season, but the arrival of Marshawn Lynch may change that in a hurry. I believe Lynch has a chance to make plenty of noise early in the season, the question will be how long he can keep it up.  Take OAK.  GL, Jesse Schule
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09-10-17 | Eagles v. Redskins | 30-17 | Win | 100 | 96 h 22 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Philadelphia Eagles. |
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09-09-17 | Boise State v. Washington State -10 | 44-47 | Loss | -110 | 14 h 44 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington State Cougars 1/H. The Cougars opened the season with a 31-0 shutout win against Montana State, while the Broncos barely escaped with a win against minnows Troy. Quarterback Brad Rypien threw for just 160 yards and an INT on 13-of-23 passing. The Broncos beat the Cougars on the Blue Turf last season, but no thanks to Rypien. He threw three INTs and just one TD, while Luke Falk threw for 480 yards and four TDs in a losing effort. Washington State is 4-1 straight up and 5-0 ATS in their last five games against Boise State. I like the Cougars to execute revenge for last year's loss with a comfortable win here at home in Pullman. Take WSU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-09-17 | Stanford +7 v. USC | Top | 24-42 | Loss | -125 | 142 h 42 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Stanford Cardinal.
USC was brutal last season, losing three of their first four games. Sam Darnold took over at quarterback in Week 5 against Arizona State, and the Trojans went on to win their next nine games. There's no doubt that Darnold is a talented player, but perhaps it's a bit premature to award him the Heisman, and crown USC as the champions of the PAC12? He's off to a rather suspect start, looking nothing like a Heisman favorite in Week 1 versus Western Michigan. He threw for just 289 yards and a couple of INTs on 23-of-33 passing. Even more concerning for the Trojans, the defense allowed the Broncos to rack up 263 yards and two TDs on the ground, and the game was tied in the fourth quarter. Stanford whupped the Trojans last season, running for over 300 yards and two TDs in a 27-10 win. Sam Darnod completed five of seven attempts with an INT and no TDs. The Cardinal may no longer have Christian McCaffrey, but they still have a monster offensive line and they looked pretty formidable in their season opener. Bryce Love ran for 180 yards and a TD on just 13 carries in the win over Rice. I expect a "whole lotta Love" here in Pasadena this Saturday. The Trojans are asked to cover seven points in a rivalry game against an opponent that has had their number over the years. Stanford has covered the spread in seven of the last 10 meetings, and during that span USC is 0-4 ATS as a favorite. Take STAN. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-09-17 | Oklahoma +7.5 v. Ohio State | 31-16 | Win | 100 | 14 h 4 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Oklahoma Sooners.
The Sooners last loss came at home versus Ohio State last season. They've won 11 straight games since, four of those wins coming against ranked teams. The Buckeyes are coming off a shaky game against unranked Indiana, trailing at halftime before kicking things into gear in the second half. The Hoosiers quarterback threw for a whopping 410 yards and three TDs in a losing effort. That seems troubling ahead of this week's game against perhaps the best quarterback in the country. Baker Mayfield is one of the favorites to win the Heisman, and he's coming off an impressive Week 1 performance. He completed 19-of-20 passes for 329 yards and three TDs. Mayfield really only had one bad game last season, and that was the loss to Ohio State. He threw for 226 yards with 2 TDs and 2 INTs on 17-of-32 passing. While you have to give credit to the OSU defense, I am expecting a much better performance from Mayfield here in this revenge spot. The Buckeyes are a public darling, notoriously overrated. That is evidenced by the fact that they've failed to cover in seven of their last 10 overall, and they are 2-6 ATS in their last eight versus teams with a winning record. Take OKLA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-09-17 | Nebraska v. Oregon -13 | 35-42 | Loss | -104 | 8 h 12 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Oregon Ducks 1/H. The Ducks are coming off their worst season in decades, but there's plenty of reason to be optimistic about 2017. Justin Herbert took over at quarterback half way through last season, and threw for nearly 2000 yards with 19 TDs and just four INTs. The defense was terrible in 2016, but the good news is that it can only get better. They held the Southern Utah Eagles scoreless in the second half of a 77-21 win in Week 1. Nebraska comes into Eugene off a lackluster Week 1 win over Arkansas State. Their defense gave up almost 500 yards in that game, and they probably would have lost if it wasn't for a pair of turnovers by the Red Wolves. The Cornhuskers just don't have the weapons to keep up with the Ducks offense, and if their defense couldn't stop Arkansas State, they are really going to struggle against Oregon. Take ORE. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-07-17 | Cubs v. Pirates +1.5 | 8-2 | Loss | -140 | 9 h 40 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Pittsburgh Pirates +1.5. Jesse Schule |
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09-06-17 | Diamondbacks +1.5 v. Dodgers | 3-1 | Win | 100 | 10 h 37 m | Show | |
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09-04-17 | Diamondbacks +1.5 v. Dodgers | 13-0 | Win | 100 | 14 h 8 m | Show | |
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09-04-17 | Tennessee -2.5 v. Georgia Tech | 42-41 | Loss | -120 | 83 h 19 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Tennessee Volunteers. |
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09-04-17 | Cardinals v. Padres +1.5 | 2-0 | Loss | -120 | 10 h 28 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the San Diego Padres +1.5. The Padres have won five of their last six, and they have a solid winning record at home. I like the Friars as a home dog in Game 1 versus the Cardinals. Luis Perdomo will toe the slab for San Diego, and he's coming off back to back wins. One of those was against St. Louis, allowing a pair of runs on seven hits over six innings in a 4-3 win at Busch Stadium. The 24 year old is 5-3 with a 4.80 ERA in 13 starts at PETCO this season. The Cardinals hand the ball to Carlos Martinez, who hasn't lived up to expectations in St. Louis. He's coming off back to back losses, allowing eight runs on 17 hits over 12 2/3 innings in losses to San Diego and Milwaukee. He's 4-7 with a 3.84 ERA in 14 starts on the road in 2017. The Padres are 6-2 in their last eight home games when Perdomo starts. Take SD. GL,Â
Jesse Schule |
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09-03-17 | Red Sox v. Yankees +1.5 | Top | 2-9 | Win | 100 | 12 h 29 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the New York Yankees +1.5. |
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09-03-17 | West Virginia +5 v. Virginia Tech | Top | 24-31 | Loss | -110 | 12 h 26 m | Show |
This is an 8* play on the West Virginia Mountaineers.
West Virginia won 10 games last season, but they return just seven starters on both sides of the ball. The good news is that they have a proven quarterback coming in to replace Skyler Howard. Will Grier has never lost as a starter, going 6-0 with the Florida Gators before a positive drug test resulted in a suspension that kept him off the field for the last two seasons. The Hokies turn to freshman Josh Jackson at quarterback, and he'll be thrown right into the fire here in Week 1, playing in a nationally televised game in an NFL stadium. The Hokies come as a significant favorite, but it sure sounds like Dana Holgerson is confident in his own squad: "Will's as good as advertised," Dana Holgorsen said. "I like the kid's demeanor. He's got complete control of the huddle. He has a really good idea of what we want him to do offensively." Take WVU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-03-17 | Winnipeg +3 v. Saskatchewan | Top | 24-38 | Loss | -105 | 9 h 47 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. The Bombers lead the CFL in scoring, and they come into this Sunday's game at Saskatchewan riding a five game winning streak. They have won six of their last seven overall, and their only loss during that span came by a score of 45-42 at the B.C. Lions. They won a thriller at Saskatchewan earlier this season, by a score of 43-40. After losing four of their first six games, the Riders have won back to back games in blowout fashion. They might have caught the Lions and the Eskimos at a good time though. Edmonton has been dealing with a staggering amount of injuries, while B.C. couldn't get anything going offensively with Jonathon Jennings at quarterback. Winnipeg has won three of their last four visits to Regina, and I like the visitors getting points here on Sunday. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-02-17 | BYU v. LSU -14.5 | 0-27 | Win | 100 | 42 h 58 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on LSU. After a 2-2 start last season, the Tigers fired head coach Les Miles. When Ed Orgeron took over as the interim coach, nobody thought he had a chance to keep the job. LSU finished the season strong, winning six of their final eight games, and crushing Louisville in the Wild Wings Bowl. Junior runningback Darius Guice ran for over 250 yards twice in the final three games of last season, and led the SEC in rushing yards. The offense gets a boost with Matt Canada coming in at offensive coordinator, and he has plenty of talent to work with. BYU only lost four games last year, and none of those losses came by more than three points. They didn't play a team as talented as LSU though, and they really didn't look that sharp in a 20-6 win over Portland State in their 2017 opener. Tanner Mangum threw for just 194 yards on 16-of-27 passing in that game, and he's going to be terrorized by one of the nation's top defenses here in New Orleans. The last time Mangum faced an elite defense was when BYU lost 31-0 to Michigan two seasons ago. He threw for just 55 yards on 12-of-28 passing in that game.  Take LSU.  GL,  Jesse Schule |
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09-02-17 | Florida State v. Alabama -7 | 7-24 | Win | 100 | 892 h 7 m | Show | |
This is a 10* play on Alabama.  Florida State might be in for a rough ride in Week 1, playing SEC Champs Alabama in Atlanta. The Seminoles played an SEC team in Week 1 last year, and they rallied from an early 22 point deficit in a 45-34 win over Mississippi. The good start didn't last long though, as they were completely dismantled in a 63-20 loss at Louisville just a few weeks later. They had no answer for Louisville's dual threat QB, allowing Lamar Jackson to run for 146 yards and four TDs. The Tide lost several defensive stars from last season, but another strong recruiting class should fill all those holes. The offense is in good shape with Jalen Hurts, Bo Scarborough and Calvin Ridley. I am expecting Nick Saban's squad to lay the smack down here in Week 1.  Take BAMA.  GL,  Jesse Schule
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09-02-17 | Louisville -24.5 v. Purdue | 35-28 | Loss | -110 | 39 h 18 m | Show | |
 This is an 8* play on the Louisville Cardinals.  The Cardinal were ranked as high as #3 halfway through the 2016 season, and quarterback Lamar Jackson won the Heisman Trophy. They closed out the season with three straight losses, and fell to LSU by a score of 29-9 in the Wild Wings Bowl. Few people are picking the Cardinal to win the ACC and contend for a playoff spot, but perhaps they are flying under the radar a little. I expect Lamar Jackson to be even better this year than he was a year ago, and Louisville still has one of the most prolific offenses in the country. They were particularly good at piling on the points when facing inferior opponents, and I think that will be the case here in Week 1 versus Purdue. The Boilermakers lost by a combined 67 points in two games against ranked teams last year.  Take LOU.  GL, Jesse Schule |
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09-02-17 | Michigan v. Florida +4 | 33-17 | Loss | -105 | 94 h 32 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Florida Gators. Â Last year there was more money wagered on Michigan to win the national championship than any other team. I had the Wolverines pegged as overrated from the get go, and while they dominated earlier in the year, when the schedule got tougher they couldn't get over the hump. They played just three ranked teams, and lost two of those three games. They also lost on the road to unranked Iowa. Despite losing almost all their defensive starters from last year, there is still plenty of hype surrounding this year's Michigan team. Jim Harbaugh and the Wolverines open the season as a significant favorite in a neutral site game against the Florida Gators. The Gators won nine games last year, and faced Alabama in the SEC Championship Game for the second consecutive season. Florida crushed the Iowa Hawkeyes by a score of 30-3 in their bowl game. A lot has been made about several starters for Florida sitting out this game because of suspensions. I believe the Gators have enough talent to handle Michigan, even without some of their top players. Florida is 7-2 ATS in it's last nine neutral site games. Â Take FLA. Â GL,Â
Jesse Schule |
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09-01-17 | Colorado State v. Colorado -5 | 3-17 | Win | 100 | 66 h 29 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Colorado Buffaloes. After losing to the Buffs by a score of 44-7 last season, the Colorado State Rams are expecting better things against their in state rivals this season. There is plenty to be optimistic about, coming off a blowout win over Oregon State last week. A closer look at that 58-27 victory though reveals what might just amount to fools gold. The Beavers turned the ball over five times, and gave up a whopping 24 points in the fourth quarter. The Rams defense still conceded 456 total yards, and gave up the first down in 10-of-16 third down situations. They can't count on five turnovers saving their asses here against Colorado, a team with plenty of talent returning from last season's squad that went to the PAC12 Championship game. They will start Steven Montez at quarterback, and he was 2-1 as a starter last year filling in for the injured Liufau. Senior runningback Phillip Lindsay led the PAC12 with 16 TDs last season. This game should be a bit of a shootout, but Colorado is likely to win by double-digits. Tale CU. GL,Â
Jesse Schule |
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08-26-17 | Toronto +10 v. Calgary | Top | 7-23 | Loss | -110 | 128 h 32 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Toronto Argonauts. |
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08-25-17 | Giants v. Diamondbacks -1.5 | 3-4 | Loss | -105 | 10 h 26 m | Show | |
This is a 10* play on the Arizona D'Backs -1.5.
The D'Backs return home after taking three of four in a series in New York. I like Arizona as a big favorite in Game 1 of a home series versus San Francisco. \Zack Greinke will toe the slab for the D'Backs, and he's having a phenomenal year. The veteran allowed five runs on seven hits in four innings in a loss at Minnesota his last time out, but he's 11-1 with a 2.34 ERA in 14 home starts in 2017. His last home start was a 2-0 win over Houston, tossing 6 2/3 scoreless innings and striking out nine batters. The Giants hand the ball to Ty Blach, who has been roughed up in his last two starts. The 26 year old has allowed a dozen runs on 17 hits over 11 1/3 innings in back to back losses. He's 3-4 with a 5.50 ERA in 12 appearances on the road. San Francisco has lost four of Blach's last five road starts. Take ARI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-24-17 | Nationals +1.5 v. Astros | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 8 h 0 m | Show | |
8* |
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08-24-17 | Winnipeg -1 v. Montreal | 34-31 | Win | 100 | 78 h 39 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
The Bombers have won four straight, and their last victory came at home versus the league leading Edmonton Eskimos. Montreal is coming off an ugly 38-6 loss at Toronto. Darian Durant had a rough game, throwing for just 93 yards and an INT on 14-of-27 passing. Montreal's defense had no answer for Ricky Ray, who threw for 377 yards and four TDs, completing over 80 percent of his passes. I don't think home field is going to be enough for the ALs here this week, facing one of the league's hottest teams. Montreal has failed to cover in 11 of their last 16 home games, while the Bombers have been a good bet on the road. Winnipeg is 14-3 ATS in it's last 17 road games. The Bombers won 32-18 at Montreal last year, and I expect more of the same here on Thursday. Take WPG. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-23-17 | Nationals +1.5 v. Astros | 1-6 | Loss | -120 | 26 h 60 m | Show | |
This is a 10* play on the Washington Nationals.
The Nats took Game 1 of this series in Houston, and they are a big underdog in Game 2. With Dallas Keuchel pitching in the series finale, this looks like a bit of a look ahead spot for the Astros. Edwin Jackson will toe the slab for the Nats, and he's been great for Washington. The veteran is 4-2 with a 3.42 ERA in six starts since joining the club. He's held opponents to one run or less in three of his last four starts. The Astros hand the ball to Mike Fiers, who is winless in his last five starts. He allowed three runs on seven hits and two walks, surrendering a pair of home runs in a 4-0 home loss to Arizona his last time out. He's allowed multiple home runs in each of his last four starts. Houston has just one more win that Washington, and this price seems a little out of hand. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-23-17 | Philadelphia Union v. Toronto FC -1 | 0-3 | Win | 100 | 29 h 31 m | Show | |
8* |
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08-23-17 | Brewers +1.5 v. Giants | 2-4 | Loss | -165 | 22 h 36 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Milwaukee Brewers +1.5.
The Brewers trail the Cubs by just 2.5 games in the NL Central, and they came into this series at San Francisco as winners of seven of eight. I like the Brew Crew as a dog with Matt Garza on the mound in a matinee Wednesday. Garza (6-7, 4.81 ERA) was lit up in a loss at Colorado his last time out. This looks like a far better spot for the veteran, he's been far better in day games than he has been under the lights. He allowed one run on eight hits, striking out five in four innings in a no decision in his last start in San Francisco. The Giants hand the ball to southpaw Matt Moore, who has had a terrible season. He allowed a pair of runs on two hits and four walks over seven innings in a home win over Philly his last time out, but had lost four straight starts prior to that. Only the lowly Phillies have scored fewer runs against rigth-handed pitchers than the Giants in 2017. Take MIL. Â GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-23-17 | A's v. Orioles -1.5 | 7-8 | Loss | -105 | 2 h 30 m | Show | |
Oakland has earned a split here in the first two games at Camden Yards, but I like the O's in the series finale Wednesday. Dylan Bundy will toe the slab for Baltimore, and he's on a roll. The 24 year old has allowed five runs on 12 hits, striking out a whopping 20 batters in 13 innings in his last two starts. He allowed three runs on seven hits, striking out 10 batters in six innings in a win at Oakland earlier this season. The A's hand the ball to Daniel Gosset, who steps up to replace Sean Manaea. Gosset owns a 6.37 ERA in six appearances in day games this season. Baltimore has the best home record in the AL East. Take BAL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-22-17 | Dodgers v. Pirates +1.5 | 8-5 | Loss | -160 | 25 h 32 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Pittsburgh Pirates +1.5.
The Dodgers are by far the best team in the major leagues, but at this point in the regular season, the wins don't mean quite as much for LA. With a comfortable lead in the standings, this is the time of year that the Dodgers need to think about resting veteran players and going into the post-season healthy. They are a favorite on the road at Pittsburgh Tuesday, and I like the Pirates in this spot. Jameson Taillon will toe the slab for Pittsburgh, and he's pitched reasonably well of late. The right-hander allowed four runs on seven hits over five innings in a no decision versus St. Louis his last time out. Prior to that he had allowed four runs on 11 hits, striking out 15 in 12 1/3 innings in back to back wins. The Dodgers hand the ball to Brock Stewart, who has worked primarily out of the bullpen. He's been torched for nine runs on 11 hits over nine innings in his last three appearances. Prior to this series, the Dodgers had lost eight of their previous nine at PNC Park. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-20-17 | Phillies v. Giants -1.5 | 5-2 | Loss | -100 | 4 h 9 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the San Francisco Giants.
The Giants have taken two of three games in this home series versus Philly, and I like San Fran in the series finale Sunday. Madison Bumgarner will toe the slab for the Giants, and he's coming off back to back wins. Mad Bum allowed four runs on nine hits over six innings in a 9-4 win at Miami his last time out. He gave up just one run on five hits, striking out seven in seven innings in a home win over the Cubs prior to that. He's 3-1 with a 3.38 ERA in his last six starts versus the Phillies. Philly will hand the ball to Ben Lively, who has appeared in six straight losses. The 25 year old was tagged for four runs on five hits in four innings in a 5-2 home loss to the Pirates his last time out. He's 0-3 with a 4.21 ERA in four starts on the road. The Phillies have lost nine of their last 11 at San Francisco. Take SF. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-19-17 | Bears v. Cardinals -2.5 | 24-23 | Loss | -120 | 49 h 35 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Arizona Cardinals.
The Cardinals will play their third pre-season game at home against the Chicago Bears. They have to be pleased with the play of their backup quarterbacks so far. Blaine Gabbert threw for 185 yards on 11-of-14 passing the Hall of Fame Game, and Drew Stanton threw for 112 yards and a TD on 11-of-15 passing in last week's 20-10 win over Oakland. We should see a little more of Carson Palmer this week, but there might be an intense competition for the backup role. The Bears are trying to find a starter, and in their first game of the pre-season most of the snaps went to rookie Mitch Trubisky. Mike Glennon and Marc Sanchez each completed just 25 percent of their passes in a 24-17 home loss to Denver last week. The extra game might benefit the Cardinals here, having more time to work out the kinks and get into game shape. After committing eight penalties in their first game against the Cowboys, Arizona was penalized just three times last week versus Oakland. Take ARI. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-18-17 | A's v. Astros -1.5 | Top | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 24 h 35 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Houston Astros. Jesse Schule |
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08-17-17 | Edmonton v. Winnipeg +1 | Top | 26-33 | Win | 100 | 55 h 3 m | Show |
10* |
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08-17-17 | Bucs v. Jaguars +1.5 | 12-8 | Loss | -110 | 23 h 42 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The Jaguars looked pretty good in a 31-24 win over the Patriots at Foxboro last week. Perhaps most impressive was the play of backup quarterback Chad Henne, who threw for 139 yards and a TD on 5-of-6 passing. Henne will likely see a lot of snaps again this week, and starter Blake Bortles will might be under pressure to perform well if he wants to keep his job. Corey Grant ran for 120 yards and a TD on eight carries, and he's likely to see plenty of snaps again this week. Jameis Winston saw plenty of action in the first pre-season game, but the Bucs lost 23-12 to Cincinnati. Tampa's backup quarterbacks don't inspire a lot of confidence. Last week Ryan Fitzpatrick threw for just 45 yards and an INT on 6-of-13 passing. Take JAGS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-13-17 | Seahawks +2.5 v. Chargers | Top | 48-17 | Win | 100 | 9 h 1 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Seattle Seahawks.
The Chargers have spent the last several seasons struggling through an unusual amount of injuries. I don't expect coach Mike McCoy to take any risks with his starters here in the first week of pre-season. Expect the first unit to appear briefly, if at all. Pete Carroll has a different approach than most when it comes to the pre-season, and he's always been known to play his starters a little longer, going for the win. Trevone Boykin should get the bulk of the snaps at quarterback for Seattle, but he proved he was capable in last year's pre-season, when Seattle won three of four games. The Seahawks have a healthy competition at running back, with Eddie Lacy, CJ Prosise, Thomas Rawls and Alex Collins all fighting for starting jobs. Take SEA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-12-17 | Red Sox +1.5 v. Yankees | 10-5 | Win | 100 | 6 h 32 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Boston Red Sox +1.5. The Yankees took Game 1 of this home series versus Boston by a score of 5-4, and I expect another close game this afternoon. Drew Pomeranz will toe the slab for the Sox, and he's having a career year. He's allowed two runs or less in eight of his last 10 starts, and one run or less in six of those games. He's 4-2 with a 3.27 ERA in 10 starts on the road this season, and 1-0 with a 4.09 ERA in two starts versus the Yankees. The Bronx Bombers hand the ball to Luis Severino, who has won six straight starts. He's owned the Red Sox this year, but he was 0-2 with a 7.30 ERA in three appearances versus Boston last year. The Yankees rank 24th in the majors in runs scored since the All Star break. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-11-17 | Padres v. Dodgers -1.5 | 4-3 | Loss | -125 | 4 h 54 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the LAD -1.5. The Dodgers are a 3-1 home favorite against San Diego tonight, and this one looks like quite a mismatch. Clayton Richard will toe the slab for the Padres, and the Dodgers have punished him already this season. He's winless in his last nine starts, and 1-2 with a 6.23 ERA in three starts versus LA. He's 0-3 with a 7.06 ERA in his last five starts. The Dodgers will hand the ball to Rich Hill, who is 3-0 with a 2.86 ERA since the All Star break. He's 2-0 with a 0.75 ERA in two previous starts against the Padres. Will Myers is really struggling, batting just .176 in August. He's 1-for-8 with five strikeouts lifetime versus Hill. Take LAD. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-11-17 | Reds v. Brewers -1.5 | 11-10 | Loss | -100 | 3 h 53 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Milwaukee Brewers.  The Brewers will try to snap a five game losing streak in Game 1 of a home series versus the Reds, and I like their chances with a red hot pitcher on the mound.  Jimmy Nelson will toe the slab for the Brewers, and he's having a career year. Nelson (9-5, 3.24 ERA) allowed one run on six hits, striking out nine in eight innings in a 2-1 loss at Tampa his last time out. He's 5-3 with a 2.43 ERA in 11 home starts, and 2-0 with a 1.93 ERA in two starts versus the Brewers this year.  The Red hand the ball to Homer Bailey, who has been just hammered since returning to Cinci. Bailey (3-6, 8.86 ERA) gave up 10 runs on 10 hits and four walks in just 3 1/3 innings in a home loss to St. Louis his last time out. The Brewers tagged him for six runs on six hits and three walks in just three innings the last time he faced them.  Milwaukee is batting .333 with a five home runs and 16 RBIs over a combined 63 at bats in previous meetings versus Bailey.  Take MIL.  GL, Jesse SchuleÂ
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08-11-17 | Toronto +10 v. Montreal | 9-21 | Loss | -130 | 2 h 48 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Toronto Argos. Toronto is sitting in first place in the East, and they play at second place Montreal tonight. The Argos lost starting quarterback Ricky Ray in last week's loss to Calgary, and they will start second stringer Jeff Mathews this week. The 25 year old Mathews has starting experience, and I think the bookmakers have overreacted by making the ALs such a big favorite here. Montreal has scored just 141 points in six games, and only the winless Hamilton Tigercats have scored fewer. The ALs two wins this season have come by a total of eight points, yet they are asked to win this game by double digits. The Argos are solid defensively, and last week against Calgary they managed six sacks on Bo Levi Mitchell. The Argos have covered the spread in five of their last seven trips to Montreal, while the ALs are just 4-11 ATS in their last 15 home games. Take TOR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-10-17 | Jaguars v. Patriots -3 | 31-24 | Loss | -125 | 17 h 21 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the New England Patriots.  The Pats open the pre-season at home against the Jags, and I think superior depth on offense will favor the home team here. Of course we aren't expecting the starters to see many snaps, but when you look at some of the second and third stringers on the New England depth chart, the Pats appear to be in good shape. Jimmy G will probably see plenty of action, and he impressed when he had the opportunity last year. New England is particularly deep in the backfield with Mike Gillislee, Dion Lewis, DJ Foster, Rex Burkhead, James White and Brandon Bolden. Bill Belichick owns a winning record in the pre-season (39-31) and the Pats were 3-1 last season. Doug Marrone is just 3-6 in his career in the pre-season, and he was 1-3 last year. The Pats won by double digits at home to New Orleans in last year's pre-season opener, and I expect a similar result here.  Take NE.  GL,  Jesse SchuleÂ
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08-09-17 | Texans +1 v. Panthers | 17-27 | Loss | -110 | 8 h 56 m | Show | |
This is a  5* play on HOU. Cam Newton will not play tonight, leaving the Panthers at a disadvantage at the QB position. Derek Anderson threw just two TD passes and five picks while appearing in five games last year. Third string QB Joe Webb has a career passer rating of 66.6. The Texans have a raging battle for the starting QB job, between first round pick Deshaun Watson and last year's starter Tom Savage. Even third stringer Brandon Weeden is better than either Webb or Anderson in my opinion. He threw for over 1000 yards, with five TDs, two picks and a 98.6 passer rating while appearing in six games in 2015. Riverboat Ron (Rivera) has a mediocre 13-11 record in the pre-season, and the Panthers were 2-2 laat year. The Texas were 4-0 in last year's pre-season, and Bill O'Brien is 8-4 in the pre-season in his career. Take HOU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-08-17 | Dodgers v. Diamondbacks +1.5 | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 6 h 50 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Arizona D'Backs.  The Dodgers are the best team in baseball, but I don't think they should be a favorite on the road at Arizona. The D'Backs are 36-18 at home, which is one of the best home records in the majors.  Zack Godley will toe the slab for the home team, and he's quietly been one of the best pitchers in the majors this season. He's coming off back to back shutouts in wins over the Cubs and the Cardinals, and he pitched well in his only start against the Dodgers this season. He allowed one run on three hits, striking out six in 5 2/3 innings, taking a tough luck loss against LA earlier in the year.  The Dodgers hand the ball to Kenta Maeda, who is 0-1 with a 10.00 ERA in two starts versus Arizona this season. He gave up four home runs in his last start at Chase Field.  LA has lost four of Maeda's last five road starts versus teams with a winning record.  Take ARI.  GL, Jesse SchuleÂ
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08-06-17 | Atlanta United +0.5 v. Sporting Kansas City | 1-1 | Win | 100 | 27 h 10 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the draw between Sporting KC vs Atlanta FC. Kansas City sits top of the table in the Western Conference, while Atlanta is 5th in the East. Only two points separate the two teams though, and Atlanta has played one fewer match. Kansas City has an MLS leading nine draws, and has drawn in three of it's last five matches. Atlanta is coming off a draw versus Orlando, and I wouldn't be surprised to see the visitors give KC a run for their money here Sunday. Atlanta is the highest scoring team in the MLS this season, while Kansas City is by far the best team defensively. There's no doubt that the home team will want to have a conservative approach to this match, and I don't think a draw would be too much of a disappointment for either side. Take DRAW. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-05-17 | White Sox v. Red Sox -1.5 | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 6 h 35 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Boston Red Sox. After dealing away most of their starting talent at the trade deadline, the current White Sox lineup is closer to a Triple-A team than a competitive major league team. They have lost four straight, and back to back games here in Boston. I expect more of the same in Game 3 Saturday. Drew Pomeranz will toe the slab for the Red Sox, and he's 6-2 with a 3.64 ERA in 11 starts at Fenway this season. He faced the White Sox once already this season, allowing one run on seven hits, striking out eight in seven innings. The White Sox hand the ball to Big Game James, who hasn't had many big games lately. He's surrendered at least five runs in five of his last seven starts, and he's been clobbered in his last two starts, allowing 11 runs on 13 hits over 10 innings. Mookie Betts is 2-for-3 lifetime versus Shields. Take BOS. GL. Jesse Schule |
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08-04-17 | Dodgers v. Mets +1.5 | 6-0 | Loss | -150 | 18 h 15 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the NYM +1.5. The Mets host the Dodgers in Game 1 of a home series at Citi Field Friday, and we should see a picher's duel with Yu Darvish starting opposite Jacob deGrom. The Dodgers come in with the best record in the majors, and they are 6-0 in their last six versus the Mets. New York is 5-0 in deGrom's last 5 home starts, and 8-1 overall in his last 9 starts. deGrom (12-4, 3.29 ERA) allowed just three runs on five hits, striking out 10 in six innings in a 3-2 loss at Seattle his last time out. He had won eight straight before that, and he's 6-2 with a 2.27 ERA in 10 home starts this season. The Dodgers have hit just .232 against him over a combined 82 at bats. Darvish is making his Dodgers debut, coming off one of the worst starts of his career in a 22-10 loss to Miami. He's a great pitcher when he's in his comfort zone, but he might be feeling the nerves here in his first start with a new team. Take NYM. GL, Jesse Schule |
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08-03-17 | Diamondbacks +1.5 v. Cubs | 10-8 | Win | 100 | 6 h 50 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Arizona D'Backs (RL)  The Cubs host Arizona in the rubber match of this series at Wrigley this afternoon. I like the visitors as an underdog.  Zack Greinke will toe the slab for the D'Backs, and he's having another Cy Young caliber season. Greinke (13-4, 2.84 ERA) allowed one run on four hits, fanning nine in seven innings in a 7-1 win at St. Louis his last time out. He's 2-0 with a 2.70 ERA in his last three starts.  The Cubs hand the ball to Jose Quintana, who has won two of three since joining the Cubs. His debut for Chicago was incredible, striking out a dozen in seven scoreless innings in a win at Baltimore. He was rocked for eight runs on eight hits over just 4 1/3 innings in a loss to Arizona earlier this season.  The D'Backs have hit Quintana hard in the past, batting .296 over a combined 81 at bats.  Take ARI.  GL, Jesse SchuleÂ
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08-01-17 | Twins v. Padres +1.5 | 0-3 | Win | 100 | 21 h 11 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the SD Padres (runline). The Padres are one of the worst teams in the major leagues, and nobody scores fewer runs. Despite their futility, I have bet one them several times this season when Jhoulys Chacin pitches at PETCO.  Here is what I said about Chacin before his last start: "Jhoulys Chacin will toe the slab for San Diego, and he's been lights out at home. The right-hander is 5-2 with a 1.94 ERA in 10 home starts, and he's 3-0 with a 2.41 ERA in his last four starts overall. " He went on to allow two runs on four hits, fanning five in 5 1/3 innings in a 6-3 win over the Mets. I like his chances here at home versus a Twins team that has lost six of it's last seven overall.  The Twins hand the ball to Jose Berrios, who has lost four straight starts on the road.  Take SD +1.5.  GL,  Jesse SchuleÂ
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07-30-17 | Giants +1.5 v. Dodgers | Top | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 7 h 29 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the San Francisco Giants +1.5.  As bad as the Giants have been this season, they have played the Dodgers pretty tough in the season series. They are a huge underdog here in Game 3 in LA on Sunday, and I like their chances with Madison Bumgarner on the mound.  The Giants ace is coming off his best start of the season, allowing one run on six hits over five innings in a win over the Pirates. He's pitched well against LA, with a record of 6-6 and a 2.79 ERA in his last 15 starts against the Dodgers.  LA will hand the ball to Hyun-Jin Ryu, who has not pitched well in past meetings with the Giants. He lost his only start against San Francisco this season, and he was 2-2 with a 7.31 ERA in his previous four starts against the Giants.  Hunter Pence hit a home run in a losing effort yesterday, and he's owned Ryu. Pence is 11-for-25 with seven RBIs lifetime versus the southpaw.  Take SF.  GL,  Jesse Schule |
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07-28-17 | Giants v. Dodgers -1.5 | 4-6 | Win | 100 | 30 h 15 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on LAD -1.5.  The Dodgers come into Game 1 of this home series versus San Francisco as winners of five in a row. They have the best home record in baseball (44-13) and the Giants are just 18-34 on the road.  Alex Wood will toe the slab for the Dodgers, and he's coming off his only bad start this season. He was lit up for nine runs on nine hits over 4 2/3 innings in a 12-3 loss to his former team (Atlanta). He's still 11-1 with a 2.17 ERA on the season, and he's 1-0 with a 3.27 ERA in two starts agains the Giants.  San Francisco will hand the ball to Matt Moore, who has had a disappointing season. He's been hit particularly hard on the road, with a record of 1-4 with a 7.61 ERA in 10 starts on the road in 2017. The Dodgers have tagged him for 10 runs on eight hits and eight walks over 10 1/3 innings in two starts.  Moore walked five, and gave up nine runs on six hits in 3 1/3 innings in a loss at LA earlier this season.  Take LAD.  GL, Jesse Schule
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07-26-17 | Mets v. Padres +1.5 | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 12 h 32 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the SD Padres (runline).  After taking three of four in a series in San Francisco, the Padres have dropped back to back games at home to the Mets. Both of those games were close, and I expect another close one here tonight.  Jhoulys Chacin will toe the slab for San Diego, and he's been lights out at home. The right-hander is 5-2 with a 1.94 ERA in 10 home starts, and he's 3-0 with a 2.41 ERA in his last four starts overall.  The Mets hand the ball to Stephen Matz, who has not been sharp this season. The 26 year old has surrendered 10 runs on 18 hits over six innings in his last two starts.  These teams have played close games, with five of the last nine meetings being decided by one run or less.  Take SD.  GL, Jesse SchuleÂ
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07-24-17 | Rockies +1.5 v. Cardinals | 2-8 | Loss | -180 | 28 h 49 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Colorado Rockies (runline).  The Rockies come into this series in St. Louis as winners of six of their last seven, and I like Colorado as an underdog here in Game 1.  Antonio Senzatela will toe the rubber for the Rockies, and he's got 10 wins already in 2017. The right-hander is 7-1 with a 3.54 ERA in eight starts at night. He won his only start against St. Louis, tossing eight scoreless innings, surrendering just five hits.  The Cardinals hand the ball to Mike Leake, who has been really roughed up in recent starts. He's allowed 17 runs on 27 hits over 10 2/3 innings in three straight losses. He lost his last start against the Rockies, allowing six runs on nine hits over five innings.  St. Louis has lost 11 of Leake's last 14 home starts.  Take COL.  GL, Jesse SchuleÂ
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07-23-17 | Cardinals +1.5 v. Cubs | 3-5 | Loss | -140 | 6 h 46 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the St. Louis Cardinals (runline) The Cubs and the Cardinals will play the rubber match of this series tonight, and both the previous two games have been decided by a single run.  Michael Wacha will toe the slab for St. Louis, and he's been dealing of late. Wacha (7-3, 3.71 ERA) went the distance, striking out eight and allowing just three hits in a 5-0 win over the Mets his last time out. He's racked up 35 strikeouts over 31 2/3 innings in five straight wins. His numbers against the Cubs are not spectacular, but he has struck out 29 batters in 28 innings in his last five starts at Wrigley.  The Cubs hand the ball to Jose Quintana, who is coming off a fantastic debut for Chicago. He tossed seven scoreless innings, striking out a dozen in an 8-0 win at Baltimore in his first start for the Cubs. Most of the Cardinals will be seeing Quintana for the first time, but Yadier Molina and Dexter Fowler have had success against him in past meetings. The duo are a combined 6-for-14 against the southpaw.  These two division rivals have played plenty of close games, and six of the last 10 meetings have been decided by just a single run.  Take STL.  GL, Jesse SchuleÂ
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07-22-17 | Blue Jays +1.5 v. Indians | Top | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 27 h 21 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Toronto Blue Jays +1.5. The Jays have had a disappointing season, but they come into Cleveland after splitting a four game series at division leading Boston. One of the lone bright spots for Toronto has been Marcus Stroman, who has been having a fantastic season.  Stroman (9-5, 3.10 ERA) allowed three runs (all unearned) on five hits over 6 2/3 innings in a 4-3 win at Boston his last time out. He's 5-2 with a 3.61 ERA in nine starts on the road, and he tossed six scoreless innings in his only start against the Indians this season.  The Tribe will hand the ball to Danny Salazar, who is making his first start since the beginning of June. He hasn't looked good at all this season, and he was really roughed up in his only start against Toronto. Coming off a shoulder injury, we could see Salazar get the hook early if his pitch count is high.  Toronto is 10-3 in Stroman's last 13 starts, while Cleveland has lost four of five when Salazar starts.  Take TOR.  GL, Jesse SchuleÂ
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07-21-17 | Braves v. Dodgers -1.5 | 12-3 | Loss | -115 | 8 h 28 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the LAD (spread).  The Dodgers had won 11 straight before losing Game 1 of a home series versus Atlanta last night. They send an undefeated pitcher to the mound in Game 2, and that's not good news for the Braves.  Alex Wood (11-0, 1.56 ERA) has allowed one run or less in nine of his last 10 starts. There is very little that need to be said about Wood, simply put... in 14 starts this season he's been virtually unhittable.  The Braves hand the ball to Jaime Garcia, who has given up at least five runs on four of his last five starts. He's 2-3 with a 4.17 ERA in nine starts on the road, and the Dodgers lineup is hitting over .300 against him.  The Dodgers have won five of the last six meetings in this series, and the Braves have lost 10 of their last 12 at LA.  Take LAD.  GL, Jesse Schule
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07-21-17 | Rangers v. Rays +1.5 | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 6 h 56 m | Show | |
Texas vs Tampa Bay Free Pick July 21, 2017. Texas will be a favorite in Tampa tonight, despite the fact that they are coming off five straight losses. The Rays are only 2.5 games out of first in the AL East, while Texas is 18 games back in the AL West.  Alex Cobb will toe the rubber for the Rays, and he's coming off a solid outing. The right-hander allowed one run on six hits over 7 2/3 innings in a 6-3 win at LA his last time out. He's 4-3 with a 2.64 ERA in seven home starts this season, and he blanked Texas for seven innings the last time he faced them.  The Rangers hand the ball to Yu Darvish, who has not picked up a win in any of his last six appearances. Texas has actually lost nine of 10 in his last 10 starts. He's surrendered at least three runs in four of his last six starts, and he owns a 5.40 ERA in the month of July.  Tampa has won four of it's last five versus Texas, and the Rays are 9-3 in their last 12 home games versus a right-handed starter.  Take TB.  GL, Jesse Schule |
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07-19-17 | Philadelphia Union +0.5 v. Montreal Impact | Top | 1-2 | Loss | -100 | 65 h 43 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on PHI@MTL to Draw.  The Philadelphia Union will play at Montreal on Wednesday, and these two teams appear to be evenly matched. They sit 8th and 9th in the Eastern Conference, with only two points separating the two clubs. They have played three draws in the last four head to head meetings. The Union have earned points in four straight matches, and two of their last three matches have been level after 90 minutes. I think the visitors will be content to play for a draw here, and they have been solid enough defensively to do just that.  Take DRAW.  GL, Jesse Schule
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07-19-17 | Mariners +1.5 v. Astros | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 11 h 20 m | Show | |
This is a 6* play on the Seattle Mariners +1.5.  The Mariners have split the first two games of this series in Houston, but I like Seattle in the rubber match Wednesday. They had won five straight before losing last night, and they have a favorable pitching matchup in Game 3. James Paxton will toe the slab for Seattle, and he's owned the Astros this year. He's faced them twice already, allowing just six hits while striking out 13 through 13 scoreless innings. He's 3-1 with a 4.05 ERA in six starts on the road, and 2-1 with a 2.60 ERA in three starts in the afternoon.  The Astros hand the ball to Charlie Morton, who has been having a great season. His 7-3 record has been aided by plenty of run support, as he's conceded four or more runs in three of his last five starts.  Houston will miss starting shortstop Carlos Correa who is sidelined for 6-8 weeks with a thumb injury.  Take SEA.  GL, Jesse Schule
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07-17-17 | Blue Jays +1.5 v. Red Sox | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 19 h 17 m | Show | |
This is a 6* play on the Toronto Blue Jays +1.5.  The Jays are coming off a 6-5 loss at Detroit, and they send their ace to the mound in Game 1 of a new series in Boston on Monday. The Red Sox are coming off a taxing home series versus the Yankees, playing a 16 inning game Saturday followed by a double-header on Sunday. This looks like a spot where John Farrell might be inclined to rest some key players.  Marcus Stroman will toe the slab for Toronto, and he's been a bright spot in an otherwise dismal season for the Jays. Stroman (9-5, 3.28 ERA) allowed one run on six hits, fanning six in seven innings in a home win over Houston his last time out. He was hammered in his only start versus Boston this season, but was 4-1 with a 4.40 ERA in seven starts against the Sox the previous three seasons.  Boston will hand the ball to Eduardo Rodriguez, who was hammered by the Orioles in his first start coming off the DL. He was tagged for seven runs on eight hits, four home runs in just 5 2/3 innings. He's 0-2 with a 5.40 ERA in his last three starts versus Toronto.  The Red Sox have lost four of their last five when Rodriguez starts versus Toronto, and the Jays are 6-2 in their last eight at Fenway.  Take TOR +1.5.  GL, Jesse Schule |
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07-15-17 | Giants v. Padres +1.5 | Top | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 29 h 36 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the San Diego Padres +1.5.  The Padres are brutal, but maybe not quite as bad as San Francisco. The Giants are dead last in the NL West, five games behind San Diego. The Padres are a .500 team at home (22-22), while the Giants are a woeful 17-32 on the road.  Madison Bumgarner will toe the slab for San Francisco in Game 2 of this series at PETCO Saturday, and that means the Giants will be a heavy favorite. Mad Bum has't pitched in the majors in almost three months, and as good as he is, he's never been great against the Padres. That's especially true at PETCO, with a record of 1-2 with a 5.23 ERA in five starts since 2014.  The Padres hand the ball to Jhoulys Chacin, who has been nothing short of dominant at home. He's 5-2 with a 1.68 ERA in nine home starts this season, and he's 2-0 with a 2.31 ERA in two starts against the Giants.  It wouldn't be a surprise to see Bumgarner come out early, as he could be on a pitch count in his first game back. The Giants below average bullpen could prove to be the difference if this turns into a pitcher's duel.  Take SD (Runline).  GL,  Jesse Schule |
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07-11-17 | Canada +1 v. Costa Rica | Top | 1-1 | Win | 100 | 6 h 51 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Canada vs Costa Rica to draw. Costa Rica will be a big favorite in their Gold Cup match versus Canada, despite looking rather disappointing in a 1-0 win versus Honduras. Canada opened up a 3-0 lead in it's last match versus French Guiana, but they allowed a pair of late goals, and held on to win by a score of 4-2. These teams have played seven times over the last 10 years, and four of those matches finished in a draw. Canada won twice while Costa Rica only managed one win in those seven matches. With both teams coming off a win, playing for a draw wouldn't be a terrible result for either side. GL, Jesse Schule |
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07-09-17 | Tigers +1.5 v. Indians | 5-3 | Win | 100 | 4 h 20 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on DET RL. The Indians host the Tigers on Sunday Night Baseball, and Cleveland will be a huge favorite with the red hot Corey Kluber on the mound.  Kluber is the hottest pitcher in the major leagues, coming off five consecutive starts with 10 or more strikeouts. It might sound like a "Bold Prediction" to suggest that the Tigers can get to Kulber here today, but he has a history of struggling against Detroit. He was torched for 11 runs on 15 hits over 9 1/3 innings in two starts against the Tigers this season. Detroit's lineup is hitting a combined .289 with a whopping 14 home runs over 266 at bats versus Kluber. Miguel Cabrera has owned him, batting .423 with six home runs and a dozen RBIs in 52 at bats.  The Tigers hand the ball to Michael Fulmer, who also comes into this game on top form. Like Kluber, he's struggled in previous starts versus Cleveland. Edwin Encarnacion is 0-for-3 lifetime versus Fulmer, and he's been held without a hit in four of his last five games.  Take DET.  GL,  Jesse Schule |
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07-07-17 | Mets +1.5 v. Cardinals | 6-5 | Win | 100 | 29 h 26 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on NYM +1.5  We'll see a pitcher's duel in St. Louis in Game 1, as both the Mets and the Cards send their aces to the hill.  Jacob deGrom (8-3, 3.55 ERA) will toe the slab for the Mets, and he's been dominant in recent starts. The right-hander allowed one run on three hits, striking out 12 over seven innings in a 2-1 win over Philly his last time out. He's won four straight starts, and one of those was a home win over Washington. Carlos Martinez has lost three straight starts, allowing 10 runs on 17 hits over 17 innings in those games. The Cardinals have lost seven of their last 10 versus right-handed starters.  Take NYM.  GL,  Jesse SchuleÂ
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07-06-17 | Diamondbacks +1.5 v. Dodgers | 4-5 | Win | 100 | 8 h 28 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Arizona Diamondbacks.  After winning both of the first two games by a single run, the Dodgers will look to complete the sweep in the series finale against Arizona.  Robbie Ray will toe the slab for Arizona, and he's having a stellar season so far. Ray (8-4, 3.06 ERA) allowed four runs on five hits, striking out nine in six innings in a home loss to Colorado his last time out. He's racked up at least nine strikeouts in five of his last seven starts, and Arizona has won six of those games. The Dodgers are batting a combined .242 with more strikeouts (44) than hits (32) over 132 at bats versus Ray.  LA will hand the ball to Rich Hill, who only lasted three innings in a loss to Arizona earlier this season. He's been inconsistent this season, and this looks like a tough spot for the lefty.  Arizona is 4-1 in Ray's last five starts versus the Dodgers.  Take ARI.  GL,  Jesse Schule |
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07-02-17 | Nationals v. Cardinals +1.5 | 7-2 | Loss | -145 | 8 h 59 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the St. Louis Cardinals RL. We should see a pitchers duel in St. Louis tonight, with Mad Max starting opposite Cardinals ace Carlos Martinez. Scherzer (9-5, 2.06 ERA) has allowed one run or less in five of his last seven starts, and he's struck out at least 10 batters in six of his last seven starts. He has had trouble with the big bats in the Cardinals lineup though, as Matt Carpenter and Stephen Piscotty are a combined 10-for-24 against him. Martinez (6-6, 2.88 ERA) allowed a pair of runs on four hits, striking out 10 in six innings in a loss at Arizona his last time out. He's 4-1 with a 1.85 ERA in eight home starts. The Nats are batting a combined .133 over 45 at bats versus Martinez. The Nationals have statistically the worst bullpen in the National League, so if the Cards don't get to Scherzer, they may have a chance to steal one late. Take STL. GL, Jesse Schule. |
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06-30-17 | Dodgers -1.5 v. Padres | 10-4 | Win | 100 | 11 h 34 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the LA Dodgers (spread).  The Dodgers will play Game 1 of a new series at PETCO Friday, and they send a red hot pitcher to the mound.  Alex Wood has been almost unhittable this season, boasting a record of 8-0 with a 1.86 ERA. He's held opponents to one run or less in six of his last seven starts, and he's undefeated during that span. Wood is 2-1 with a 2.38 ERA in seven appearances versus the Padres over the last three seasons. San Diego will hand the ball to Clayton Richard, who has been roughed up in back to back starts. He allowed seven runs on 14 hits and five walks over 11 2/3 innings in losses to Detroit and Chicago. His worst start this season came against the Dodgers, allowing seven runs on five hits and six (YES SIX) walks over five innings.  The Padres rank dead last in the major leagues in runs scored, and their team batting average of .228 is the worst in baseball.  Take LAD.  GL,  Jesse Schule
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06-29-17 | Cubs +1.5 v. Nationals | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 3 h 41 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Chicago Cubs.  The Cubs won Game 1 of this series in Washington, but have since been blown out in back to back losses. I like Chicago's chances of salvaging a split in the rubber match this afternoon.  Jon Lester will toe the slab for the Cubs, and he's won three straight starts. Lester (5-4, 3.83 ERA) allowed three runs on four hits over seven innings in a 5-3 win over Miami his last time out. Washington's lineup hasn't been able to figure out Lester in past meetings, batting just .235 over a combined 136 at bats.  The Nats hand the ball to Joe Ross, who hasn't missed many bats this season. Ross (4-3, 5.40 ERA) allowed one run on six hits over seven innings in a win over Cincinnati his last time out. He's been hit hard in day games this season, with a record of 1-3 and and ERA of 7.13.  Ryan Zimmerman is just 1-for-11 in this series, and he's 1-for-11 lifetime versus Jon Lester.  Take CHC.  GL,  Jesse Schule |
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06-24-17 | Phillies v. Diamondbacks -1.5 | 2-9 | Win | 100 | 11 h 45 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Arizona. The Phillies ended a five game losing skid by winning the final game of a home series versus St. Louis Thursday, and now they head out on the road for four games in Arizona this weekend. They won Game 1 last night, but I think the D'Backs bounce back in Game 2. Ben Lively will toe the slab for Philly, and he's been hit hard this season. The 25 year old allowed three runs on eight hits over six innings in a loss to Arizona his last time out. The D'Backs will hand the ball to Robbie Ray, who has been solid at night. Ray (7-3, 2.37 ERA) allowed four runs on eight hits, striking out seven in 5 2/3 innings in a win at Philly his last time out. He's 6-3 with a 2.51 ERA in 11 starts under the lights. |
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06-22-17 | Pirates +1.5 v. Brewers | 2-4 | Loss | -195 | 4 h 15 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Pittsburgh Pirates. |
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06-17-17 | Cubs v. Pirates +1.5 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 19 h 45 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Even after rallying to score six runs in the top of the ninth to steal a win in Pittsburgh last night, the Cubs are still just 13-18 on the road in 2017. I don't think Chicago has any business being a favorite in Game 2 versus the Pirates. Jake Arrieta will toe the slab for the Cubbies, and he's been average at best this year. He's just 3-4 with a 5.20 ERA in eight starts on the road, and he's 1-2 with a 6.20 ERA in his last three starts in Pittsburgh. The Pirates hand the ball to Ivan Nova, who has had a solid season for the Bucs, and he’s pitched well overall going 6-4 with a 2.83 ERA in 13 starts. His ERA is actually slightly lower when pitching at night, but he hasn’t been picking up wins, with a record of 1-3 in six starts. This will likely even out, and is probably a result of poor run support. He's a strong 4-2 with a 2.29 ERA in six starts at PNC Park. The Cubs have lost 10 of their last 12 away from Wrigley. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-17-17 | Cardinals v. Orioles +1.5 | 7-15 | Win | 100 | 21 h 12 m | Show | |
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06-10-17 | Orioles v. Yankees -1.5 | Top | 3-16 | Win | 115 | 27 h 1 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the New York Yankees.
The Bronx Bombers won Game 1 of this home series versus Baltimore by a score of 8-2. I expect a similar result on Saturday with what appears to be a favorable matchup on the mound. Chris Tillman will toe the slab for the Orioles, and he was roughed up by the Yankees just two weeks ago. Tillman (1-3, 5.59 ERA) allowed five runs on seven hits and two walks over just 2 2/3 innings, losing 8-2 at home to New York. He's lost three straight starts, surrendering 14 runs on 22 hits and eight walks over 13 2/3 innings in those games. The Yankees hand the ball to Luis Severino, who has been dealing in recent starts. Severino (4-2, 2.90 ERA) allowed two runs on six hits, striking out seven over seven innings in a 3-2 loss at Toronto his last time out. He allowed one run on seven hits, striking out eight over 6 1/3 innings in a win at Baltimore. The Orioles are struggling on the road, they've lost 10 of their last 11 away from Camden Yards. Take NYY. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-09-17 | Warriors -5.5 v. Cavs | 116-137 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 33 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Warriors. The Cavs played about as well as they possibly can in Game 3, but in the end the Warriors won and covered, taking a commanding 3-0 lead. This sets up Cleveland for a let down (maybe even a lay down) spot at home in Game 4. It's hard to imagine that the Cavs are too motivated to force a 5th game, which would have them travel to Oakland, where they could watch the Warriors celebrate in front of a home crowd. LeBron James scored 39 points and came one assist away from a triple-double in Game 3, but he's traditionally struggled when facing elimination in the Finals. When the Warriors won in Cleveland in 2015, he scored 32 points, but shot just 13-of-33 from the field in the final game of the series. The Previous season, LeBron's Miami Heat lost to the Spurs in five games. LeBron scored 31 points in Game 5, shooting for a lower percentage than any of the previous four games in the series. The Cavs have no answer for Kevin Durant, who leads all scorers averaging 34 points per game in the Finals. I expect Durant to have a big night, helping the Warriors close out a 16-0 post-season with a win tonight.I also like the following props:  4TH quarter total UNDER 55.5 -110 @ Bet365  LeBron James no triple double -215 @ 5Dimes  Warriors first to score 30 points -150 @ 5Dimes  Kevin Durant to score more points than Curry, James, Irving +220 @ Bet365  LeBron James under 55.5 points + rebounds + assists -135 @ 5Dimes  GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-04-17 | Indians v. Royals +1.5 | 8-0 | Loss | -135 | 12 h 18 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Kansas City Royals. |
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05-30-17 | Yankees v. Orioles +1.5 | 8-3 | Loss | -140 | 17 h 6 m | Show | |
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05-30-17 | Dodgers v. Cardinals +1.5 | 9-4 | Loss | -165 | 17 h 6 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the St. Louis Cardinals +1.5. |
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05-30-17 | A's +1.5 v. Indians | 4-9 | Loss | -140 | 16 h 12 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Oakland Athletics +1.5.
The Cleveland Indians won Game 1 of this home series versus Oakland by a score of 5-3, but I think they could struggle in Game 2 versus Oakland's ace. Sonny Gray will toe the slab for the A's, and he's had a strong start to 2017. Gray (2-1, 3.34 ERA) allowed one run on three hits, striking out 11 in seven innings in a home win over Miami his last time out. He's 2-1 with a 3.93 ERA in his last three starts at Progressive Field. The Indians hand the ball to Trevor Bauer, who hasn't missed many bats lately. Bauer (4-4, 6.30 ERA) allowed a pair of runs on four hits and two walks over 5 1/3 innings in a 4-3 home loss to Cincinnati his last time out. He's winless in three starts versus Oakland since 2014. The Indians are 1-4 in their last five home games versus a right-handed starter. Take OAK. GL, Jesse Schule. |
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05-21-17 | Blue Jays +1.5 v. Orioles | 3-1 | Win | 100 | 13 h 17 m | Show | |
The Jays have blown leads in both the first two games of this series, and I like their chances of avoiding a sweep here on Sunday. Marco Estrada will toe the slab for the Jays, and he's owned the Orioles over the years. Estrada (2-2, 3.60 ERA) allowed five runs on eight hits over six innings in a home loss to Atlanta his last time out. He's faced Baltimore twice already this season, going 1-0 with a 1.38 ERA in those games. He's 4-1 with a 3.22 ERA in eight starts against the Orioles since 2014. Baltimore will hand the ball to Wade Miley, who has really struggled with his command lately. Miley (1-1, 3.02 ERA) allowed four runs on eight hits and four walks in five innings in a no decision versus Detroit his last time out. He's walked 19 batters over his last 15 2/3 innings pitched. The Orioles are 2-5 in their last 7 games versus a right-handed starter. Take TOR +1.5. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-20-17 | Warriors -6.5 v. Spurs | 120-108 | Win | 100 | 9 h 22 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Golden State Warriors. The Cleveland Cavaliers have put the Warriors on notice, and now the ball is in Golden State's court. Sure the Cavs are playing the Celtics, and the Warriors are playing the Spurs, but he reality is that these two teams are focused on a rematch of last year's Finals. Lebron James said that his team could play better after winning Game 1 in Boston by double-digits, and he wasn't kidding. Cleveland won Game 2 by a 44-point margin. With the Cavs well on their way to sweeping the Celtics, the pressure is on for Golden State to close out the Spurs as quickly as possible. Kawhi Leonard is not going to be healthy for Game 3, and he might not play at all. The Spurs have had no answer for Golden State without him, and I don't think that will change just because they are playing on their home court. They trailed at the half in their last home game in these playoffs, a 110-107 OT win over Houston. They trailed at the half in two of three home games during that series. The Warriors won their last game in San Antonio by a score of 110-98, and Kevin Durant didn't even play in that game. Take GS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-20-17 | Rockies +1.5 v. Reds | 8-12 | Loss | -180 | 4 h 29 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Colorado Rockies +1.5. The Rockies crushed Cinci in Game 1 of this series, and Colorado has won four of it's last five. The Reds have lost seven straight, but somehow the bookmakers have them favored to win Game 2? Tim Adleman will toe the rubber for the Reds, and he's coming off a rough outing. The 29 year old lasted just one inning, giving up four runs on three hits and a pair of walks in a loss at San Francisco. He has an ERA over .500, and the Reds have lost four of his six starts so far. The Rockies hand the ball to Antonio Senzatela, who has quietly gone 6-1 with a 3.31 ERA despite pitching in a notoriously hitter friendly park. His numbers on the road are even better, going 2-0 with a 2.50 ERA in three starts. The Reds are 0-5 in their last five games against a right-handed starter, while the Rockies are 7-1 in Senzatela's last eight starts. Take COL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-17-17 | Cavs v. Celtics +4.5 | Top | 117-104 | Loss | -110 | 23 h 0 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Boston Celtics. |
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05-15-17 | Wizards v. Celtics -4.5 | 105-115 | Win | 100 | 23 h 41 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Boston Celtics. The home team has won each and every game in this series, but Boston came very close to winning Game 6 in Washington. Bradley Beal led all scorers with 33 points in the last game, but he hasn't been the same player in Boston. He's totaled just 30 points on 11-of-31 shooting in the last two games at The Garden. History has certainly favored home teams in previous Game 7s. The home team has won 101 of a total of 126 Game 7s all time. The Celtics as a franchise have been the most successful in Game 7s, winning 21-of-29 all time. They are 18-4 all time at home in Game 7s. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-12-17 | Mets v. Brewers +1.5 | 4-7 | Win | 100 | 29 h 23 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Milwaukee Brewers +1.5. The Brewers won two of three in a home series versus Boston this week, and they are just two games out of first place in the NL Central. They host the Mets Friday, and New York is still below .500 for the season. Matt Harvey will toe the slab for the visitors, and he's coming off back to back poor performances. He allowed six runs on eight hits in 5 1/3 innings in a 9-7 loss at Atlanta his last time out. Prior to that he was torched for six runs on five hits and five walks in just 4 1/3 innings in a home loss to Atlanta. The Brewers hand the ball to Matt Garza, who has looked sharp in three starts this season. Garza (1-0, 2.55 ERA) allowed just one run on eight hits in seven innings in a no decision at Pittsburgh his last time out. Prior to that he allowed three runs on six hits, striking out seven in 6 2/3 innings in a home win over Atlanta. The Mets are 2-8 in Harvey's last 10 starts versus a team with a winning record. Take MIL. GL, Jesse Schule. |
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05-12-17 | Celtics v. Wizards -5 | 91-92 | Loss | -108 | 24 h 25 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington Wizards.
The home team has won every game in this series so far, and the home team won and covered in every meeting during the regular season as well. I bet on Washington in Game 4, and here is what I said prior to the game: "Washington has led at halftime in all three games in this series, and finally in Game 3 at home they were able to hold a lead. They will try to even the series at 2-2 in Game 4 on Sunday, and I like their chances of doing just that. Isaiah Thomas struggled in Game 3, playing just 29 minutes, scoring 13 points on 3-of-8 shooting. He missed the beginning of the second half after having a tooth knocked out earlier in the game. He needed surgery to repair the damage, and while he's expected to play, he's going to be hurting, especially if he takes any more shots to the jaw area. Washington was one of the best home teams in the league during the regular season, and they've won by double digits in each of their last three home games against the Celtics. The Wizards owned the boards in the last game, out-rebounding Boston 50-38. I expect to see this series go seven games, with the home team winning each and every game."Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-10-17 | Real Madrid v. Atltico Madrid | Top | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 18 h 60 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Atletico Madrid.
Real Madrid is level on points with Spanish league rivals Barcelona, while Atletico sits 10 points back in the La Liga standings. Atletico returns home for the second leg of this Champions League tie after suffering a 3-0 loss at the Bernabeu last week. It's going to take a miracle for Atletico to advance, needing at least four goals here at home versus Los Blancos. With a comfortable three goal lead, Real Madrid can afford to be conservative. Atletico is a formidable opponent for even the toughest challengers when they play on their home pitch. They are undefeated at home in Champions League play, and 13-3-2 in their domestic league. They have registered clean sheets in six of their last 10 matches, and have scored first in seven of those games. While I don't fancy their chances of overcoming a three goal deficit, they should find a way to win this game at home. Take Atletico. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-09-17 | Cubs v. Rockies +1.5 | 8-1 | Loss | -125 | 2 h 2 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Colorado Rockies. The Rockies are sitting in first place in the NL West, 2 games clear of the second place Dodgers. They host the Cubs tonight, and Chicago could be a little weary coming off a marathon 18 inning game against the Yankees Sunday. The two teams will play a double-header at Coors Field Tuesday, and despite the fact that the Cubs are 7-16 in their last 23 at Colorado, they will be favored in both games. John Lackey will toe the slab for the Cubs in Game 2, and he's having a tough start to the season. Lackey (2-3, 5.14 ERA) allowed three runs on nine hits over just five innings in a home win over Philly his last time out. He's only appeared in one game at Coors Field since 2014, and that ended in disaster. In just four innings he allowed 10 runs on 12 hits. The Rockies hand the ball to Kyle Freeland, who tossed seven scoreless innings in his last home start. He's 2-1 with a 3.57 ERA in his first three starts in Colorado. The bullpen has been an issue for Colorado in recent seasons, but so far in 2017 it has been a strength. The Rockies relievers rank 12th in the majors with a 3.81 ERA. Take COL. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-06-17 | White Sox v. Orioles -1.5 | Top | 5-6 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 23 m | Show |
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05-06-17 | Penguins +1.5 v. Capitals | 2-4 | Loss | -200 | 24 h 11 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins +1.5. |
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05-02-17 | Rangers +1.5 v. Astros | Top | 7-8 | Win | 100 | 20 h 5 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Texas Rangers +1.5.
The Rangers lost the series opener in Houston by a score of 6-2 last night, but I like Texas to even the series with their ace on the mound Tuesday. Cole Hamels will the rubber for the Rangers, and he owns Houston. Hamels (2-0, 3.03 ERA) allowed three runs on seven hits over 6 2/3 innings in a home win over the Twins his last time out. He's 2-0 with a 2.20 ERA in his last four starts versus the Astros. Houston will hand the ball to Mike Fiers, who is still looking for his first win of the season. Fiers (0-1, 5.12 ERA) allowed a pair of runs on five hits and three walks over just 4 1/3 innings in a loss to Cleveland his last time out. He's been really hurt by the long ball, surrendering a whopping eight home runs in just 19 innings pitched in 2017. Texas has won seven of it's last 10 at Minute Maid Park. Take TEX. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-01-17 | Rockets +6 v. Spurs | 126-99 | Win | 100 | 13 h 54 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Houston Rockets.
The Rockets will be getting six points in Game 1 of this second round series versus San Antonio, and during the regular season these teams played four close games. Not one of those games was decided by more than six points, and in fact three of the four were decided by just two points. Houston beat the Oklahoma City Thunder in just five games in the first round, winning Game 4 at Oklahoma City. The one loss in Game 3 came by just a two point margin. The Spurs dominated the Grizzlies at home, but lost two of three games at Memphis allowing the Grizzlies to extend that series to six games. The road team has covered the spread in each of the last five meetings between these two teams, and the Spurs have not had much post-season success the last two seasons. In 2015 they were ousted by the Clippers in the first round, and they lost two of three home games in that series. Last year they lost to Oklahoma City in the second round, again losing two of three at home. I'll take the points with Houston here in Game 1. Take HOU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-01-17 | Raptors +7 v. Cavs | Top | 105-116 | Loss | -107 | 56 h 44 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Toronto Raptors.
While the Cavs swept Indiana in the first round, they didn't really look sharp in those four games. Cleveland is asked to cover a seven point spread here in Game 1 versus the Raptors, despite the fact that all four games against the Pacers were decided by six points or less. LeBron James is still the best player in the NBA, but Kyrie Irving has looked pretty average lately. He shot over 40 percent from beyond the arc during the regular season, but is hitting just over 20 percent from three-point range in the playoffs. He averaged 5.8 assists per game during the season, but is averaging just 3 APG in the post-season. Cleveland won three of four versus the Raptors during the regular season, but all three of those wins came in gamed decided by less than five points. Toronto is 5-1 ATS in it's last six road games, while the Cavs are 0-4 ATS in their last five at home. The road team is 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings between the two teams. Take TOR. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-30-17 | Mets v. Nationals +1.5 | 5-23 | Win | 100 | 21 h 57 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington Nationals +1.5.
The Nats have lost back to back home games to the Mets, and they'll try to avoid the sweep in the series finale Sunday. Noah Syndergaard will toe the slab for the visitors, and he's coming off a couple below average performances. Syndergaard (1-1, 1.73 ERA) allowed five runs on seven hits in seven innings in a loss to the Phillies his last time out. Prior to that he allowed a pair of runs on six hits in six innings in a 3-2 loss to Miami. He's 2-3 with a 2.77 ERA in his last eight starts versus Washington. The Nats will hand the ball to Joe Ross, who is making his third start of the season. Both his previous starts came on the road, and the Nats won both those games. The Mets are really banged up, missing the big bats of Yoenis Cespedes and Lucas Duda. Noah Syndergaard refused to have a scheduled MRI on his sore biceps, and is expected to make his scheduled start today. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-30-17 | Rays +1.5 v. Blue Jays | 1-3 | Loss | -210 | 20 h 25 m | Show | |
This is a 6* play on the Tampa Rays +1.5.
The Rays are 4-2 versus the Blue Jays this season, and the rubber match of a three game series in Toronto goes Sunday. Chris Archer will toe the rubber for the Rays, and he's owned Toronto in his career. Archer (2-1, 3.94 ERA) allowed five runs on six hits over 6 2/3 innings in a 6-3 loss at Baltimore his last time out. He's 5-4 with a 3.49 ERA his last 12 starts against the Jays. Toronto will hand the ball to Aaron Sanchez, who is dealing with a finger injury. Sanchez (0-1, 4.38 ERA) was torched for five runs on seven hits in just 5 1/3 innings in a 6-4 loss to the Orioles his last time out. He's going to be on a strict pitch count today that could prevent him from going deep into the game. The Jays lineup is hitting a combined .210 with 67 strikeouts in 243 at bats versus Archer. Â Take TB. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-30-17 | Wizards +4.5 v. Celtics | 111-123 | Loss | -105 | 14 h 40 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Washington Wizards.
The Celtics came into the playoffs as the number one seed in the Eastern Conference, but they have the lowest point differential (+2.7 points) than any number one seed since the 78-79 Seattle Supersonics. They didn't look great against the Bulls, losing both Games 1 & 2 at home. If it wasn't for an injury to Rajon Rondo, the Bulls would have likely won the series. They host Washington in the second round, and the Wizards closed out Atlanta in six games, clinching the series on the road with a 115-99 win in Atlanta in Game 6. The Celtics leading scorer Isaiah Thomas averaged 28.9 points per game this season, but is averaging roughly five points less than that here in the post-season. He has really struggled with his three-point shooting, going 3-of-26 in his last three games. It's going to be tough for Thomas to keep up with John Wall, who went off for 42 points in Game 6 at Atlanta. The Celtics are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 home games, and I'll take the Wizards plus the points in Game 1. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-25-17 | Jazz +3.5 v. Clippers | Top | 96-92 | Win | 100 | 13 h 27 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Utah Jazz. |
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04-24-17 | Warriors v. Blazers +7.5 | Top | 128-103 | Loss | -110 | 28 h 38 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Portland Trail Blazers. |
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04-23-17 | Rockets +1 v. Thunder | 113-109 | Win | 100 | 5 h 24 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Houston Rockets. The Thunder came out like gangbusters in Game 3, taking a double digit lead to the locker room at halftime. Houston out-scored them 30-22 in the fourth quarter, coming up just short in a 113-11 loss. I like the Rockets chances of getting off to a better start here in Game 4, and taking a commanding 3-1 series lead. Here is what I said prior to Game 2: "James Harden played like an MVP in Game 1, scoring 37 points on 13-of-28 shooting, with nine assists and seven rebounds. Russell Westbrook really struggled, shooting just 6-of-23 from the field and 3-of-11 from beyond the arc. The Rockets crushed the Thunder on the boards, out-rebounding them 56-41. The final score was 118-87, and that shouldn't be much of a surprise considering the history between the two teams. The Rockets won three of four in the regular season series, and the last game at Houston (in the regular season) was a 137-125 win for the Rockets. Houston was one of the league's best home teams, while Oklahoma City had a losing record on the road. Oklahoma City has covered the spread just once in the last 11 meetings between the two teams, failing to cover in six of their last seven in Houston. Westbrook's "one man show" might play well for the fans during the regular season (in Oklahoma City), but it's not going to fly here in the playoffs." Take HOU. GL, Jesse Schule |
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