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07-01-22 | Braves -1.5 v. Reds | 9-1 | Win | 100 | 17 h 56 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Atlanta -1.5. The Braves won two of three games in Philly, and both wins came by 2+ runs. Atlanta ranks among the league leaders in wins by more than one run, The Reds have lost 10 of their last 13, and nine of those 10 losses came by more than one run. Cincinnati ranks among the league leaders with 79 percent of their losses coming by 2+ runs. Mike Minor will toe the rubber for the Reds, and he's been rocked for 10 runs on 14 hits over 11 innings in his last two starts. He's 0-3 with a 7.53 ERA in three home starts. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-30-22 | Braves +1.5 v. Phillies | 4-14 | Loss | -154 | 17 h 41 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Atlanta +1.5. Bryce Harper leads the Phillies in hits, RBI and batting average, so it makes sense that they have lost back to back games in this home series versus Atlanta. They are the favorite here in Game 3, but I expect the Braves to give them a run for their money. Ian Anderson will toe the slab for Atlanta, and his numbers are better on the road than they are at home. He's 5-2 with a 3.55 ERA in eight starts on the road. The Phillies hand the ball to Aaron Nola, who is also better on the road than he is at home. His ERA at home is almost double what it is on the road. The Braves are 11-2 in their last 13 road games, and they are 16-5 in their last 21 games following a win. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-29-22 | White Sox v. Angels -1.5 | 1-4 | Win | 115 | 9 h 9 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on LAA -1.5. In general the Angels are one of the most overrated teams in the major leagues, and Shohei Ohtani as great as he is has been hyped up to the point where there is very little value backing him as a pitcher. That being said, while the Angels on the moneyline looks like a sucker bet, there appears to be value in backing LA on the runline. A glance at the MLB charts showing wins and losses by 2+ runs reveals that 30 of LA's 36 wins have come by 2+ runs. The White Sox on the other hand have a total of 38 losses, and 30 of those came by 2+ runs. This sets up a decent plus money bet on LA -1.5. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-28-22 | Orioles +1.5 v. Mariners | 0-2 | Loss | -140 | 24 h 52 m | Show | |
This is a 4* play on the Orioles +1.5. The Orioles come into this series with more road wins than the Mariners have home wins. Seattle has won six of the last 10 head to head meetings, but only three of those wins came by more than one run. Dan Kremer will toe the slab for the Orioles, and he's allowed just one run in his last three starts. Robbie Ray is a big name Cy Young winner, but he hasn't been the same pitcher this year that he was a year ago. The Orioles haven't been fooled by Ray, batting a combined .316 over 94 at bats against him. The Orioles are 13-3 in their last 16 games following a loss. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-27-22 | Rangers -1.5 v. Royals | 10-4 | Win | 130 | 18 h 54 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Texas. Texas is now in second place in the AL West, and they look good as a road favorite at Kansas City Monday. Martin Perez will toe the rubber for the Rangers, and he's having a career year. He's 5-2 with a 1.96 ERA in 14 starts. He's 1-0 with a 1.76 ERA in six starts on the road. The Royals hand the ball to Kris Bubic, who has struggled at home. He's 0-3 with a 7.78 ERA in six home starts. The Rangers are 10-4 in the last 14 meetings in Kansas City, and they are 28-8 in the last 36 head to head meetings. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-27-22 | Red Sox +1.5 v. Blue Jays | 2-7 | Loss | -125 | 17 h 51 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Boston. The Red Sox are the hottest team in the major leagues, and they come into Toronto as winners of 10 of their last 12. The Blue Jays have lost seven of their last 10, and yet they are a big favorite in Game 1. Kevin Gausman will toe the slab for the Jays, and he's really struggled in his last five starts. He's 1-3 with a 5.48 ERA in five starts over the last 30 days. The Red Sox hand the ball to a 26 year old rookie making just his second career start. Needless to say, we aren't banking on Connor Seabold to be great here. The Red Sox are 7-2 in their last nine road games versus a right-handed starter. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-22-22 | Diamondbacks +1.5 v. Padres | 4-10 | Loss | -152 | 14 h 56 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on ARZ +1.5. The first two games of this series have been low scoring, and we can expect that trend to continue given the injury to Manny Machado. Mad Bum will toe the slab for Arizona in Game 3, and he's had plenty of success against San Diego. He is is 13-13 with an ERA of 3.72 and 256 strikeouts in 42 appearances against the Padres in his career. The Padres hand the ball to Mike Clevinger, who is making just his 5th start of the season. He's failed to go five innings in four of his five appearances this season. The Padres rank 6th in the majors in scoring with 324 runs. The D'Backs rank 21st with just 280 runs scored. If you take away the 46 runs driven in by Machado, the Padres would have scored fewer runs than Arizona. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-18-22 | Saskatchewan -6.5 v. Edmonton Elks | Top | 26-16 | Win | 100 | 120 h 27 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Saskatchewan. The Riders won 30-13 at home versus Hamilton in Week 1, and they head out on the road to face the Elks in Edmonton in Week 2. Edmonton looks like the worst team in the CFL after giving up 59 points in a loss to BC in their season opener. Home field might not help, as the Elks were 0-7 in Edmonton last year. Starting QB Nick Arbuckle threw for 254 yards on 20-of-29 passing, with no TDs and three INTs in the loss to BC. The Elks are 3-10 ATS in their last 13 home games, and they are 4-9-1 ATS in their last 14 games following a ATS loss. The Roughriders are 11-5 ATS in their last 16 road games, and they have won five straight head to head versus Edmonton. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-18-22 | Lightning +1.5 v. Avalanche | 0-7 | Loss | -190 | 10 h 5 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on TB +1.5. After winning four straight versus the Rangers in the East Final, it was no surprise to see the Lightning suffer a let down in the first period of Game 1. Anrei Vailevskij was lit up for three goals in the first period, but then held the Avs scoreless for the remainder of regulation. Tampa showed plenty of character battling back to tie the game, and we should expect this series to be quite competitive moving forward. The Lightning have won five of their last seven at Colorado, and they are 13-4 in their last 17 playoff games as an underdog. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-15-22 | Orioles v. Blue Jays -1.5 | 6-7 | Loss | -133 | 9 h 44 m | Show | |
This is a 8* play on Toronto. The Blue Jays have split the first two games of this home series versus Baltimore, but they have a favorable matchup in Game 3. Bruce Zimmerman will toe the slab for Baltimore, and he's been brutal this season. He was torched for seven runs on 10 hits over 4 ⅔ innings in a loss to the Royals his last time out. He's 0-3 with a 9.47 ERA in his last five starts. The Blue Jays hand the ball to Jose Berrios, who is 3-0 with a 3.00 ERA in five home starts. He's 3-0 with a 3.52 ERA in his last five starts overall. The Blue Jays are 37-14 in their last 51 games following a loss. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-09-22 | Orioles v. Royals +1.5 | Top | 5-7 | Win | 100 | 24 h 50 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on KC. |
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06-07-22 | Rockies v. Giants -1.5 | 5-3 | Loss | -108 | 11 h 52 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Over. The Giants rank 3rd in the major leagues in runs scored, and with warm air and strong winds blowing out in San Francisco we expect a slugfest in Game 1 of this home series versus Colorado. German Marquez will toe the rubber for Colorado, and he's struggled on the road. He's 0-3 with a 6.89 ERA in three starts on the road. The over is 13-3 in the Giants last 16 home games, and they have gone over in five of their last six versus Colorado. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-07-22 | Blue Jays -1.5 v. Royals | 7-0 | Win | 100 | 23 h 40 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on TOR. The Blue Jays won Game 1 by a score of 8-0, and that's not much of a surprise when you consider the Royals have the worst record in the majors. Expect more of the same in Game 2. Alek Manoah will toe the slab for Toronto, and he's been dealing this season. Manoah (6-1, 1.98 ERA) allowed two hits while pitching seven scoreless innings in a win the last time he faced the Royals. Kansas City will hand the ball to Brad Keller, who hasn't missed many bats lately. He's 0-4 with a 6.67 ERA in his last five starts. The Blue Jays are 9-3 in their last 12 versus Kansas City, and they covered the spread in each of their last seven wins over the Royals. GL, Jesse Schule |
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06-02-22 | Oilers +1.5 v. Avalanche | 0-4 | Loss | -145 | 18 h 21 m | Show | |
This is a 2* play on EDM (+1.5). Here is what I said prior to Game 1: “The Avs came into these playoffs as the favorite to win the Stanley Cup, while Edmonton was a big underdog in their second round series versus Calgary. There is no doubt that the Oilers were more impressive against the Flames than Colorado was against St. Louis. If it wasn't for the injury to Jordan Binnginton, the Avs could have ended up losing that series. After allowing one goal on 31 shots in Game 2, the series was tied heading into Game 3 and Binnington had been the best player in the series to that point. Nazem Kadri took out the Blues goaltender (maybe unintentionally) injuring him for the rest of the playoffs early in Game 3. The Oilers have had plenty of success in head to head meetings versus Colorado, winning five games outright and going 7-3 ATS in the last 10. The Avs won two of three meetings in 2022 but both of those wins came in overtime. Don't be surprised if Game 1 is another close game.” Sure enough it was a close game, but an empty netter with seconds on the clock prevented Edmonton from covering. The Oilers rally came after Darcy Keumper was replaced by Pavel Francouz. Keumper's status is in doubt for Game 2. Meanwhile, we have already seen Mike Smith put a poor performance behind him, so he should be good to go. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-31-22 | Oilers +1.5 v. Avalanche | 6-8 | Loss | -150 | 8 h 20 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Oilers +1.5. The Avs came into these playoffs as the favorite to win the Stanley Cup, while Edmonton was a big underdog in their second round series versus Calgary. There is no doubt that the Oilers were more impressive against the Flames than Colorado was against St. Louis. If it wasn't for the injury to Jordan Binnginton, the Avs could have ended up losing that series. After allowing one goal on 31 shots in Game 2, the series was tied heading into Game 3 and Binnington had been the best player in the series to that point. Nazem Kadri took out the Blues goaltender (maybe unintentionally) injuring him for the rest of the playoffs early in Game 3. The Oilers have had plenty of success in head to head meetings versus Colorado, winning five games outright and going 7-3 ATS in the last 10. The Avs won two of three meetings in 2022 but both of those wins came in overtime. Don't be surprised if Game 1 is another close game. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-27-22 | Heat v. Celtics -8.5 | 111-103 | Loss | -110 | 18 h 49 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Celtics. I said this before Game 5: "So far this series has been back and forth, and the team coming off a loss has bounced back each time. The Heat come in looking to avenge a brutal 102-82 loss in Boston in Game 4. They are back home for Game 5, and with a healthy squad you would expect them to be far better on their home court. They don't have a healthy squad though, and without a healthy Jimmy Butler they are going to struggle to keep up to Boston. Butler scored just six points on 3-of-14 shooting in 27 minutes in Game 4. He's struggled while playing through a knee injury, and he's certainly not going to be at 100 percent just a few days later. The Celtics are 19-6-1 ATS in their last 26 road games, and they should have more healthy bodies to throw out there in tonight's game." It was another disappointing performance from Jimmy Butler, and the injuries appear to have derailed the Heat. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-26-22 | Mavs v. Warriors -6.5 | 110-120 | Win | 100 | 17 h 22 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on GSW. |
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05-25-22 | Blues v. Avalanche -1.5 | 5-4 | Loss | -100 | 19 h 32 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Colorado. The Blues will be singing a sad song when this series is over, as they appeared to be in great shape prior to the injury to Jordan Binnington. Since coming in to replace Binnington, Ville Husso has allowed nine goals on 59 shots. The Avs won back to back games by a combined six goal margin. They return home for Game 5 looking to book their spot in the conference finals, and I think this is going to be a blowout. The Avalanche are 17-5 in the last 22 meetings, and the Blues are 4-10 in their last 14 playoff games as an underdog. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-24-22 | Warriors v. Mavs | 109-119 | Win | 100 | 19 h 22 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Dallas. This isn't the first time in these playoffs that the Warriors have had a chance to sweep. After going up 3-0 on Denver, they came out flat in Game 4. The Nuggets had a double digit lead at halftime, and went on to win by a score of 126-121. In the second round against the Grizzlies, they had a chance to close out the series in Game 5. Memphis jumped all over them early, clobbering them by a score of 134-95 to extend the series. It certainly wouldn't be any shock at all if the Warriors turned in another lackluster effort here, and then take the series back home in Game 5. The old saying goes: "History Repeats Itself". GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-23-22 | Rockies +1.5 v. Pirates | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 15 h 37 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Colorado. The Rockies have been brutal on the road, but they do have a better overall record than the Pirates, and they have a favorable pitching matchup in Game 1 in Pittsburgh. Chad Kuhl will toe the rubber for the Rockies, and he's been great as long as he isn't facing the Giants. He got rocked for 11 runs on 15 hits in 7 2/3 innings in back to back losses to San Francisco. Prior to that he had gone 3-0 with a 1.90 ERA in four starts in April. The Pirates hand the ball to J.T. Brubaker, who is still in search of his first win of the season. Brubaker (0-4, 5.50 ERA) allowed six runs on six hits and three walks in 5 2/3 innings in a 7-0 loss to the Cubs his last time out. The Rockies are 4-0 in the last four head to head meetings. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-21-22 | Avalanche v. Blues +1.5 | 5-2 | Loss | -172 | 17 h 52 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on STL. A few weeks before the playoffs, the head coach of the Calgary Flames (Daryl Sutter) said that whoever played Colorado in the first round of the playoffs was wasting their time. It seemed like an odd comment from a coach who won a Stanley Cup as an 8th seed during his tenure in LA. He of all people should know that points earned the regular season don't always translate into an advantage in the playoffs. No matter how good a team is, they are always in danger of running into a hot goaltender that can steal a game or two, or even a series. The Blues come home for Game 3 with the series tied 1-1, and they are still the significant underdog. Jordan Binnington saved 51-of-54 shots in Game 1, and then stopped 30-of-31 shots in Game 2. The Avs have the more talented team, but that might not matter when the Blues have a Stanley Cup champion goaltender. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-21-22 | Rangers v. Astros -1.5 | 1-2 | Loss | -113 | 8 h 51 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Houston. The Astros have split the first two games of this home series versus Texas, but the first place team in the AL West looks good with their ace on the mound in the rubber match. Justin Verlander will toe the slab for Houston, and he's turning back the clock in 2022. The 39 year old is 4-0 with a 1.65 ERA in his last five starts. The Rangers hand the ball to Jon Gray, who hasn't missed many bats lately. He's 0-1 with a 5.51 ERA in four starts on the road. The Rangers are 3-23 in the last 26 meetings in Houston. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-21-22 | Reds v. Blue Jays -1.5 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 4 h 49 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on TOR. The Blue Jays lost seven of nine games on their last road trip, but their fortunes have changed since they arrived back in Toronto. They come into today's game as winners of three of four on this current home stand. Alek Manoah will toe the slab for Toronto today, and he's been lights out in his second year in the big leagues. Manoah (4-1, 1.71 ERA) is undefeated at home, allowing just three runs in three starts. The Reds hand the ball to Hunter Greene, who hasn't missed many bats lately. Greene (1-6, 6.21 ERA) is 0-5 with a 7.04 ERA in his last five starts. The Reds are 6-21 in their last 27 games as a road underdog. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-19-22 | Blues v. Avalanche -1.5 | 4-1 | Loss | -100 | 21 h 37 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Colorado. So the Blues hung around in Game 1 and ended up losing in overtime, so does that mean we have a series on our hands? Not necessarily. After a long layoff it's not surprising that Colorado started slowly in Game 1. Jordan Binnington was incredible in Game 1, stopping 51 of 54 shots. Darcy Keumper was asked to deal with just 25 shots. Asking Binnington to be the hero night in and night out is a recipe for disaster against the most talented team in the league. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-19-22 | Celtics +3.5 v. Heat | 127-102 | Win | 100 | 20 h 41 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Boston. The Celtics got off to a strong start in Game 1, but the Heat took over the game in the third quarter and went on to win 118-107. Boston has proven the ability to bounce back from a loss, covering in four straight when coming off a loss. The Celtics are 13-6 ATS in the last 19 meetings in Miami, and they are are 19-7-1 ATS in their last 27 road games. While it looks like Al Horford will miss Game 2, Marcus Smart is expected to be in the lineup. I like Boston to even this series at 1-1. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-18-22 | Oilers +1.5 v. Flames | 6-9 | Loss | -175 | 22 h 19 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on EDM +1.5. The Flames are the favorite in the Battle of Alberta, but this series should be anything but one sided. These teams have split the last 10 head to head meetings, with each team winning five games. Both teams are coming off a grueling seven game series in the first round, and there is every indication that another long series is ahead. The Flames won three of four home games in the first round, but only one of those wins came by 2 or more goals. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-18-22 | Mavs v. Warriors -4.5 | 87-112 | Win | 100 | 21 h 29 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on GSW. After crushing the Suns in Game 7, there are no shortage of believers in this Dallas team. The Mavs do look like the real deal, but Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals looks like a let down spot for Dallas. The Warriors have won all six of their home games in these playoffs, and they are 4-1-1 ATS in their last six Conference Finals games. Prior to their win in Game 7, the Mavs had lost all three road games in their series versus Phoenix. You might here a lot of talk of how the Mavs won the season series 3-1, but it's important to put those games into perspective. Draymond Green wasn't even in the lineup in three of those games. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-17-22 | Lightning +1.5 v. Panthers | 4-1 | Win | 100 | 21 h 3 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on TB. The Lightning are the reigning back to back Stanley Cup Champions, and in the second round of the playoffs that means a lot more than the Florida Panthers finishing with the best record in the NHL during the regular season. Florida struggled in the first round as a huge favorite versus Washington, and I really think they are overvalued here as a favorite versus Tampa. The Lightning are 11-3 in their last 14 playoff games as an underdog, and they are 24-5 in their last 29 Conference Semifinals games. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-15-22 | Mavs v. Suns -6 | 123-90 | Loss | -110 | 18 h 19 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on PHX. The home team is 6-0 in this series heading back to Phoenix for Game 7. Historically home court advantage has been quite significant when an NBA series goes to a seventh game. The Mavericks are 3-10 ATS in the last 13 meetings in Phoenix. They shot just 38 percent from the field and scored just 80 points while losing Game 5 here at the Footprint Center. The Suns are 11-3 ATS in their last 14 Conference Semifinals games, and they are 5-1 ATS in their last six games following a loss. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-15-22 | Bucks +5.5 v. Celtics | 81-109 | Loss | -115 | 14 h 43 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Milwaukee Bucks. Here is what I said before Game 6: "The Celtics are reeling after blowing a big lead late in Game 5, and now they have to win on the road in Milwaukee in Game 6 to avoid elimination. Boston looks banged up with Marcus Smart limping on the floor and Robert Williams siting out the last two games. Don't be fooled by the fact that Jason Tatum is coming off back to back 30 point games. He's just 5-for-21 from beyond the arc in those games. If the Celtics have to rely on Al Horford to be the best player on the floor, my money is on Giannis and the Bucks at home." Neither of these teams has won back to back games in this series, and I expect that trend to continue in Game 7. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-14-22 | Kings +1.5 v. Oilers | 0-2 | Loss | -130 | 13 h 10 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on LAK, This first round series between the Kings and the Oilers is tied 3-3 with the seventh and deciding game going tonight. Despite the fact that the series has been back and forth and the Kings have won two of three games at Edmonton, the bookmakers have the Oilers as a 2-1 favorite here. Two of the three games in Edmonton were decided by one goal, and Game 5 went to overtime. There is every reason to expect another close game here in this elimination game. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-12-22 | Oilers v. Kings +1.5 | 4-2 | Loss | -185 | 21 h 57 m | Show | |
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05-12-22 | Suns v. Mavs +2 | 86-113 | Win | 100 | 21 h 54 m | Show | |
This is a 2* play on Dallas. I said the following before Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinal: "Call me a conspiracy theorist, but it's no secret that it's in the best interest of the NBA to extend a series when one team is facing elimination. That's particularly true when the game is officiated by Scott Foster. Teams facing elimination are 20-5 in such games that he's called in his career. As of now (Tuesday night), there is no guarantee Foster will be the crew chief for this game. Regardless, expect the Grizzlies to get the benefit of the doubt, and a few favorable calls." So fa the home team has won all five games in this series, and there is every indication that trend will continue. The Suns are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games playing on 1 days rest, and they are 2-6 ATS in their last eight games as a road favorite. The Mavericks are 18-7 ATS in their last 25 games following a ATS loss. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-11-22 | Warriors v. Grizzlies +4.5 | Top | 95-134 | Win | 100 | 21 h 40 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on the Grizz. Call me a conspiracy theorist, but it's no secret that it's in the best interest of the NBA to extend a series when one team is facing elimination. That's particularly true when the game is officiated by Scott Foster. Teams facing elimination are 20-5 in such games that he's called in his career. As of now (Tuesday night), there is no guarantee Foster will be the crew chief for this game. Regardless, expect the Grizzlies to get the benefit of the doubt, and a few favorable calls. When it was announced that Ja Morant will not play Game 5, the line moved 2.5 points. Of course Morant didn't play Game 4 in Golden State and that game went right down to the wire. Memphis is now 20-6 straight up in games without Morant this season. The Warriors are 0-5 ATS in the last five meetings in Memphis, and the Grizzlies are 7-1 ATS in their last eight games as a home underdog. I'll take the points. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-11-22 | Capitals +1.5 v. Panthers | 3-5 | Loss | -128 | 18 h 26 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Caps. I said this before Game 4: "Washington heads into Game 4 on home ice with a 2-1 series lead, yet they are the underdog tonight. Florida is reeling after Sergei Bobrovsky allowed five goals on 30 shots in Game 3. The Panthers are 8-20 in the last 28 meetings in Washington, and the home team has won six of the last seven head to head meetings. The Capitals are 4-1 in their last five games as a home underdog. I like Washington's chances of keeping this game close." Florida came from behind to win in overtime, and send the series back home tied 2-2. We should expect another close one in Game 5. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-11-22 | Bucks v. Celtics -5 | 110-107 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 0 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play Boston. The Celtics stole all the momentum in this series with a come from behind win in Milwaukee in Game 4. Al Horford took the game over in the 4th quarter, scoring 30 points on 11-of-14 shooting. A pivotal Game 5 on the road looks like a tough spot for Milwaukee. The Bucks are 8-18 ATS in their last 26 games as a road underdog, and they have failed to cover in five of their last six at The Garden. They are are 1-9-1 ATS in the last 11 head to head meetings. My money is on the home team. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-11-22 | Rockies +1.5 v. Giants | Top | 1-7 | Loss | -125 | 15 h 42 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Colorado. The Giants have won the first two games of this series by a combined score of 17-7, but the pitching matchup in Game 3 favors the Rockies. Chad Kuhl will toe the rubber for the Rockies, and he's been dealing in 2022. Kuhl (3-0, 1.82 ERA) allowed one run on three hits, fanning five in six innings in no decision at Arizona his last time out. The Giants hand the ball to Alex Cobb, who hasn't missed many bats lately. Cobb (1-1, 4,80 ERA) has allowed seven runs on seven hits in six innings in his last two starts. The Rockies lead the major leagues in team batting average. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-10-22 | Kings +1.5 v. Oilers | 5-4 | Win | 100 | 19 h 4 m | Show | |
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05-10-22 | Mavs v. Suns -5.5 | 80-110 | Win | 100 | 45 h 59 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on PHX. I said this prior to Game 2: "The Suns just barely covered in Game 1, after allowing Dallas to score 35 in the fourth quarter. That being said the game was never in doubt, the Suns were up by 13 points at the half and they took a 17 point lead into the 4th quarter. The Mavericks are 8-22 ATS in the last 30 meetings, and they are 3-8 ATS in the last 11 meetings in Phoenix. The Suns have won 10 straight versus Dallas dating back to 2020. The Suns are 10-1-1 ATS in their last 12 Conference Semifinals games. As impressive as the Mavs were in the first round, they were facing a Jazz team that is notorious for falling apart in the Playoffs. Phoenix is looking to get back to the Finals, and at this point it's tough to see anyone stopping them." The Mavs went on to win both games in Dallas drawing level in the series, and Chris Paul really struggled in those games. CP3 has something to prove here, and I like the Suns to blow the doors off early. The home team has won the first quarter in all four games in this series so far. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-10-22 | Rockies +1.5 v. Giants | 2-9 | Loss | -130 | 20 h 19 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on COL. The Giants won Game 1 of this series by a score of 8-5, and another slugfest is expected Tuesday. Alex Wood will toe the slab for San Francisco, and he's struggled at home so far. He allowed five runs on eight hits in five innings in a loss to Washington in his last home start. The Rockies hand the ball to Antonio Senzatela, who has been brutal on the road. He owns a record of 1-8 on the road dating back to the beginning of last season. The Rockies rank 1st in the majors in team batting average, and the over is 5-2 in their last seven games following a loss. Colorado is 13-6 in their last 19 games versus a left-handed starter. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-10-22 | Bruins +1.5 v. Hurricanes | 1-5 | Loss | -210 | 16 h 45 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Bruins (1P) Game 1 of this series looks like a blowout when you see the final score, but that doesn't accurately describe what happened. The Bruins looked like the better team in the first period, and the Canes were a little fortunate to take a 2-0 lead into the third period. Boston scored early in the third and it looked like it was game on, but then the Canes piled on with a string of late goals. Boston dominated shots on goal, with a 36-24 edge. They need to make life more difficult for Annti Ranta, with traffic in front of the net and constant pressure. This is a veteran team that is sure to push back. Expect Brad Marchand to be on top form tonight. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-09-22 | Flames v. Stars +1.5 | 4-1 | Loss | -195 | 21 h 33 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Dallas. The Flames came into this series heavily favored, but Dallas has a chance to take a commanding 3-1 series lead with a win on home ice in Game 4. The Flames have scored just three goals in the first three games, and Jake Ottinger stopped 39-of-41 shots in Game 3. The Flames are 1-5 in their last six Conference Quarterfinals games. The Stars are 27-11 in their last 38 home games, and they are 5-1 in their last six Conference Quarterfinals games. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-09-22 | Celtics +1.5 v. Bucks | 116-108 | Win | 100 | 19 h 34 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Celtics. The Bucks held on to win Game 3 as the Celtics game tying shot came just after the time expired. There was a lot of talk about controversial calls, and neither team was happy about the officiating. The fact that Jason Tatum scored 10 points on 4-of-19 shooting and the game nearly went to overtime might actually be a good sign heading into Game 4. Surely Tatum will be better here on Monday. The Celtics are 16-5-1 ATS in their last 22 road games, and they are 7-2 ATS in their last nine coming off a loss. The Celtics are 8-1-1 ATS in the last 10 head to head meetings. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-09-22 | Panthers v. Capitals +1.5 | 3-2 | Win | 100 | 8 h 42 m | Show | |
This is a 2* play on the Caps 1P. Washington heads into Game 4 on home ice with a 2-1 series lead, yet they are the underdog tonight. Florida is reeling after Sergei Bobrovsky allowed five goals on 30 shots in Game 3. The Panthers are 8-20 in the last 28 meetings in Washington, and the home team has won six of the last seven head to head meetings. The Capitals are 4-1 in their last five games as a home underdog. I like Washington's chances of keeping this game close. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-08-22 | Oilers v. Kings +1.5 | 0-4 | Win | 100 | 19 h 52 m | Show | |
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05-07-22 | Flames v. Stars +1.5 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 17 h 44 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Dallas +1.5. If Dallas hadn't of scored the empty net goal in Game 2, it would have been seven of the last 10 meetings between these two teams that have been decided by one goal. It also would be been the second consecutive 1-0 game. The series shifts to Dallas for Game 3, and the Flames are still heavily favored on the road. Both starting goaltenders have allowed just one goal through the first two games, and it seems more than likely that we will see another defensive battle and it would be no surprise if we see overtime. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-07-22 | Grizzlies v. Warriors -6 | 112-142 | Win | 100 | 69 h 58 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on GSW. The Grizzlies have had trouble with slow starts in these playoffs, and they are strutting into San Francisco with their chests puffed out after a big win in Game 2. This sets them up for a big let down here in Game 3, and I expect the Warriors to blow the doors off early. The Warriors lost once in their first round series versus Denver, and in the next game they started strong leading 30-25 after the first quarter. The Grizzlies are 6-14 ATS in their last 20 playoff games as an underdog. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-06-22 | Oilers v. Kings +1.5 | 8-2 | Loss | -200 | 25 h 26 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the LAK. The Oilers are heavily favored to win this series, but after splitting the first two games on home ice, they find themselves favored on the road in LA. This is despite the fact that starting goaltender Mike Smith blew it in Game 1, and he's lost 10 of his last 12 starts in the post-season. Jonathan Quick on the other hand is a two time Stanley Cup Champion and Conn Smythe winner. Six of the last meetings between these teams have been decided by one goal. Another close game should be expected here in LA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-06-22 | Rockies +1.5 v. Diamondbacks | 1-4 | Loss | -160 | 24 h 29 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Colorado. Both the Rockies and the D'Backs come into Game 1 as winners of five of their last six. The D'Backs though still rank dead last in the majors with a team batting average of .191. The Rockies on the other hand have the best team batting average in baseball (.263). Chad Kuhl will toe the rubber for the Rockies, and he's 3-0 with a 1.90 ERA in four starts. The Rockies have won all four games that he's started. The D'Backs hand the ball to Merrill Kelly, who has been dealing in his own right. He's 2-1 with a 1.27 ERA in five starts this season, but he's 0-1 with a 5.29 ERA in his last three starts against the Rockies. The Diamondbacks are 4-17 in their last 21 games following an off day. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-05-22 | Cardinals +1.5 v. Giants | 7-1 | Win | 100 | 8 h 12 m | Show | |
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05-05-22 | Predators v. Avalanche -1.5 | 1-2 | Loss | -135 | 8 h 44 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Colorado. The Avs are the favorites to win the Stanley Cup, and they finished at the top of the standings in the Western Conference. They host the Nashville Predators, who were always going to be overmatched in this series. Starting Game 1 without their #1 goalie is going to make things even tougher for the Preds. Jusse Saros was 38-25-3 with a 2.64 GAA this season, but both their 2nd and 3rd strings goaltenders had a GAA over 3.50. David Rittich started two games against Colorado during the regular season, going 1-1 with a 4.80 GAA. He was pulled after allowing five goals on 13 shots in Game 1. The situation in net is a bit of a disaster for Nashville. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-05-22 | Nationals +1.5 v. Rockies | 7-9 | Loss | -150 | 13 h 4 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on WAS. The Rockies have won four of five on their current home stand, and they have been hot at the plate. The Rockies lead the major league in team batting average hitting a combined .262. Antonio Senzatela will toe the rubber for the Rockies, and he has solid numbers with a record of 3-1 with a 3.66 ERA. That doesn't tell the whole story though, as he's been putting plenty of runners on base. He's allowed 33 hits over 19 2/2 innings in four starts. The Nats hand the ball to Aaron Sanchez, who is making just his third start of the season. He's allowed seven runs on a dozen hits over 9 1/3 innings in two starts. The over is 12-4 in the Nats last 16 games at Coors Field. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-04-22 | Lightning +1.5 v. Maple Leafs | 5-3 | Win | 100 | 6 h 2 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on TB. The Leafs looked like the best team in the NHL in Game 1, but I am not ready to discount two decades of playoff futility after just 60 minutes of hockey. The Lightning are defending champions two years running, with a Vezina winner and Conn Smythe winner in goal. It would be naive not to expect some push back from the Lightning in Game 2. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-03-22 | Predators v. Avalanche -1.5 | 2-7 | Win | 100 | 24 h 40 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Colorado. The Avs are the favorites to win the Stanley Cup, and they finished at the top of the standings in the Western Conference. They host the Nashville Predators, who were always going to be overmatched in this series. Starting Game 1 without their #1 goalie is going to make things even tougher for the Preds. Jusse Saros was 38-25-3 with a 2.64 GAA this season, but both their 2nd and 3rd strings goaltenders had a GAA over 3.50. David Rittich started two games against Colorado during the regular season, going 1-1 with a 4.80 GAA. He will likely start for Nashville in Game 1. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-03-22 | Bucks +4.5 v. Celtics | 86-109 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 9 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Bucks. The Celtics had no answer for Milwaukee in Game 1, and it's difficult to imagine how they are going to turn things around a few days later without Marcus Smart. Boston was a 4.5 point favorite in Game 1, and they are again asked to cover points in Game 2. It seems quite clear that even if the Celtics can win this game (and that might be a big if) they shouldn't be asked to cover a bunch of points against a the two time MVP and defending NBA Champions. The Bucks are 7-1 ATS in their last eight road games. GL, Jesse Schule |
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05-02-22 | Mavs v. Suns -5.5 | 114-121 | Win | 100 | 20 h 51 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on PHX. The Suns came into the post-season as the best team in the NBA, and in the first round they survived an injury to Devin Booker. They host the Mavs in the second round, and Booker is back at full strength. Chris Paul ia coming off a perfect shooting night, going 14-of-14 from the field in Game 6 versus the Pelicans. The Suns have won nine straight versus Dallas dating back to 2020. The Suns are 9-1-1 ATS in their last 11 Conference Semifinals games. As impressive as the Mavs were in the first round, they were facing a Jazz team that is notorious for falling apart in the Playoffs. Phoenix is looking to get back to the Finals, and at this point it's tough to see anyone stopping them. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-27-22 | Royals +1.5 v. White Sox | 3-7 | Loss | -133 | 11 h 48 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on KC Runline. The Royals shut out the White Sox in Game 1 in Chicago, and despite losing eight in a row, the White Sox are the favorite in Game 2. Zack Greinke will toe the slab for KC, and he's been solid in three starts. He was 6-2 with a 3.45 ERA in 14 starts on the road last season. The White Sox hand the ball to Dylan Cease, who lost at Cleveland in his last start. He allowed four runs on eight hits and two walks in 5 1/3 innings in that game. Chicago is dealing with several injuries to key players in the lineup, and they have lost seven of their last 10 versus the Royals. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-26-22 | Hawks v. Heat -7 | 94-97 | Loss | -110 | 19 h 59 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Miami. I bet Miami in Game 4, and here is what I said prior to the game: "The Hawks win in Game 3 will prevent them from being swept, but I don't think they are back in the series. Trae Young hit the game winner in the final seconds, but it wasn't really a convincing performance. Kyle Lowry might be out with a hamstring injury, but the Heat were 12-7 in games he missed during the regular season. The Hawks are 5-15 ATS in their last 20 games following a straight up win. The Heat are 10-3-1 ATS in their last 14 road games, and I expect them to want it more here in Game 4." Back in Miami it's going to get ugly for Trae Young and the Hawks. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-26-22 | Real Madrid +1.25 v. Manchester City | Top | 3-4 | Win | 50 | 21 h 16 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Real Madrid +1.5. Manchester City has no business being such a big favorite here in the first leg of this Champions League tie. While City is under heavy pressure in a heated Premier League battle with Liverpool, Madrid is on the verge of clinching another La Liga title. Karim Benzema looks like the best player in the world at the moment, with a dozen goals in nine matches in Champions League play. Manchester City has injury concerns that might cause Gabriel Jesus to play out of position at right back. We expect a cautious approach from both teams, and a draw seems like a likely result. Only once in the last five head to head meetings has either of these teams won by more than one goal. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-23-22 | Canadiens +1.5 v. Senators | 4-6 | Loss | -190 | 23 h 24 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on MTL. The Habs have lost seven straight, and there really isn't a lot left to motivate this team this season. Tonight's game could be a bit different though, as everyone in Canada will be mourning the loss of Hall of Famer Guy LaFleur. It's also a rivalry game against the Senators, who are playing on back to back nights after a Game in Columbus on Friday. The Senators are 15-48 in their last 63 games playing on 0 days rest. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-20-22 | Bulls +10 v. Bucks | 114-110 | Win | 100 | 31 h 50 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Bulls. DeRozan after Game 1: "I'm not gonna go 6-for25 again". The Bulls shot 32 % from the field and just 18 % from beyond the arc in Game 1 and still almost won. While I am not convinced the Bulls won't get swept, I think it's asking a lot for the Bucks to be a double digit favorite after nearly blowing the series opener. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-18-22 | Raptors v. 76ers -6.5 | 97-112 | Win | 100 | 24 h 32 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Philly. I had high hopes for the Raptors in this series, but losing three key players (Barnes, Trent Jr. and Young) in Game 1 doesn't bode well heading into Game 2 in Philly. The MVP Joel Embiid scored just 19 points on 5 -of-15 shooting in Game 1, and the Sixers won by 20. You can expect Embiid to be better in Game 2, and all of a sudden the Raptors are at a huge disadvantage. Toronto was in foul trouble throughout Game 1, and Van Fleet and Boucher both fouled out. Staying out of foul trouble is going to be that much more difficult with fewer bodies to through out there. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-17-22 | Reds +1.5 v. Dodgers | 1-9 | Loss | -120 | 15 h 9 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Cinci. The Reds have lost five straight, and they look to avoid a sweep here in LA this afternoon. With a hot starting pitcher on the mound, they have a good chance to do just that. Tyle Mahle will toe the slab for Cinci, and he allowed on run on three hits, fanning seven in five innings in a win over Atlanta on Opening Day. The Dodgers lineup has hit a combined .243 with more strikeouts than hits over 59 at bats versus Mahle. The Dodgers hand the ball to Andrew Heaney, who was 8-9 with a 5.83 ERA in 23 starts last season. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-17-22 | A's v. Blue Jays -1.5 | 3-4 | Loss | -120 | 15 h 28 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on TOR. The Jays haven't quite lived up to high expectations so far, but one player who hasn't disappointed is starting pitcher Alek Manoah. All he did is going into the Bronx and toss six scoreless innings, giving up just one hit and fanning seven in his season debut. The A's will turn to the back end of their rotation in Game 3, and Adam Oller was lit up for five runs on five hits, a pair of home runs and three walks all in just 1 1/3 innings in his first appearance this season. The Athletics are 2-8 in their last 10 games versus a right-handed starter, and they have lost six of their last seven versus the Jays. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-16-22 | Raptors +4.5 v. 76ers | 111-131 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 48 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Toronto. I like the Raptors to steal Game 1 and win this series in six games or less. Philly is the favorite, but it's no secret that they don't match up well with this young, athletic Raptors team. James Harden is a proven playoff performer (proven to underperform). He averaged just over 10 points per game in the Eastern Conference Semi Finals versus Milwaukee last year. He averaged just over 15 points per game in the month of April, and it's obvious that he didn't come into this season in the best shape of his life. The Raptors are 7-2-1 ATS in their last 10 playoff games as an underdog, and they are 4-0 ATS in their last four versus Philly. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-15-22 | Nationals +1.5 v. Pirates | 7-2 | Win | 100 | 20 h 9 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Washington. Pittsburgh won Game 1 of this series by a score of 9-4, but the Nats have still won six of the last eight head to head meetings. Mitch Keller will toe the slab for the Pirates, and he wasn't sharp in his season debut. He allowed four runs on six hits and two walks in four innings in a loss to St. Louis. He was 2-8 with a 7.91 ERA in 15 home starts last season. The Nats hand the ball to Erick Fedde, who looked pretty good in his first start. He allowed two runs on five hits, fanning five in five innings in a win over the Mets. Fedde didn't allow a run in three starts in the pre-season. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-14-22 | Coyotes v. Canucks -1.5 | 1-7 | Win | 100 | 25 h 20 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Vancouver. The Canucks aren't going to the playoffs, but don't tell them that. They appear to be determined to keep fighting until the final whistle. They have won four straight, and one of those wins came at Arizona by a score of 5-1. Elias Petterson scored a goal and two assists in that game, and he has four goals and six assists during the Canucks four game winning streak. The Coyotes have lost five of their last six games, and all five of those losses came by 2+ goals. The Canucks have won four of the last five head to head meetings, and all four wins came by 2+ goals. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-14-22 | Blue Jays +1.5 v. Yankees | 0-3 | Loss | -160 | 24 h 52 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Toronto. The Blue Jays took a 2-1 series lead with a 6-4 win in Game 2 in the Bronx, and they look good as the underdog in the series finale Thursday. Kevin Gausman will toe the slab for Toronto, and he was dealing last season. He went 14-6 with a 2,81 ERA in 33 starts for San Francisco. If you think pitching in the Giants pitcher friendly park had something to do with it, think again. He was 8-2 with a 2.33 ERA in 19 starts on the road. The Yankees hand the ball to Luis Severino, who is coming back from a tough battle with injuries. He only last three innings, allowing a pair of runs on five hits versus Boston in his season debut. Vladdy Jr. is coming off a three home run performance in Game 3, and the Jays have won five of their last six in the Bronx. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-11-22 | Blue Jays +1.5 v. Yankees | 3-0 | Win | 100 | 18 h 36 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Toronto. The Blue Jays take on the Yankees in the Bronx on Monday, and they might have an advantage on the mound in Game 1. Alek Manoah will toe the slab for Toronto, and he is coming off a fantastic rookie season. He was 1-0 with a 2.21 ERA in two starts against the Yankees. The Yankees hand the ball to Jameson Taillon, who struggled against the Blue Jays last year. He was 0-2 with a 6.23 ERA in three starts versus the Jays. Vladdy Jr. and Bo Bichette are each 3-for-7 lifetime versus Taillon. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-10-22 | Heat v. Magic +12 | 111-125 | Win | 100 | 17 h 29 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Orlando. The Heat have already clinched first place in the East, so this is a meaningless game in Orlando. Jimmy Butler didn't travel with the team, and this should be a game where the starters give way to the backups. The Magic won their last home game by a score of 120-115 over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Heat have only covered twice in their last seven games at Orlando, and the Magic look good as a double digit home dog in a meaningless game. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-09-22 | Red Sox +1.5 v. Yankees | 2-4 | Loss | -125 | 17 h 5 m | Show | |
This is a 9* play on Boston +1.5. The Yankees rallied to win Game 1 in extra innings, and we can expect another battle here in Game 2 in the Bronx. Luis Severino will toe the slab for the Bronx Bombers, and he's only managed to start a handful of games over the last three seasons. He started three games this Spring posting an ERA of 8.22. The Red Sox hand the ball to Nick Pivetta, who is coming off a very solid 2021. He got plenty of work this Spring, and he impressed by going 1-1 with a 3.45 ERA and striking out 22 batters in 15 2/3 innings. The Red Sox are 8-3 in their last 11 games versus a right-handed starter. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-08-22 | Wolverhampton Wanderers +0.5 v. Newcastle United | 0-1 | Loss | -140 | 15 h 46 m | Show | |
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04-08-22 | Red Sox +1.5 v. Yankees | 5-6 | Win | 100 | 14 h 29 m | Show | |
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04-07-22 | Padres v. Diamondbacks +1.5 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 30 h 17 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Arizona +1.5. The D'Backs will be a home underdog on Opening Day against the Padres, and I feel that San Diego is overvalued here. Yu Darvish will toe the slab for San Diego, and he didn't pitch well in 2021. He was 8-11 with a 4.22 ERA in 30 starts. He was 0-2 with a 6.65 ERA in five starts versus Arizona. The D'Backs hand the ball to Mad Bum, who pitched well in the second half of last season. The Padres are 3-14 in their last 17 during Game 1 of a series. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-07-22 | Astros +1.5 v. Angels | 3-1 | Win | 100 | 30 h 15 m | Show | |
This is a 7* play on Houston +1.5. The Astros will be an underdog on the road at LA on Opening Day, but I think expectations might be too high for the Angels. Framber Valdez will toe the slab for Houston, and his numbers were better on the road than they were at home last year. He owned LA, going 2-0 with a 3.00 ERA in two starts versus the Angels. The Halos hand the ball to Shohei Ohtani, who is the favorite to repeat as AL MVP. He didn't have much luck against the Astros last season, going 0-1 with a 6.10 ERA in two starts versus Houston. Houston has won six of their last eight at Angel Stadium. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-07-22 | Reds +1.5 v. Braves | 6-3 | Win | 100 | 45 h 47 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Reds +1.5. The Atlanta Braves will be a heavy favorite on Opening Day, but a World Series hangover is a bit of a concern. Max Fried will toe the slab for Atlanta, and he had an outstanding 2021 season. He was 0-1 with a 6.43 ERA in two starts this Spring, and he isn't expected to go deep into the ballgame so early in the season. The Reds hand the ball to Tyle Mahle, who got plenty of work this Spring. He started four games, going 2-0 with a 3.38 ERA. He was 8-2 with a 2.30 ERA in 18 starts on the road last season. The Braves lineup has hit just .189 against Mahle. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-07-22 | Indians v. Royals +1.5 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 41 h 43 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Royals +1.5. Cleveland will be the favorite on Opening Day in Kansas City, but I think the home team is getting disrespected here. Shane Beiber will toe the slab for the Guardians, and while he won the Cy Young in 2020, he is coming off a mediocre 2021 season. Beiber was 0-2 with a 13.50 ERA in two starts this pre-season. The Royals hand the ball to Zack Greinke, who had a solid season in Houston in 2021. The veteran was 1-0 with a 3.46 ERA in two starts versus Cleveland last season. Only Texas scored more runs than the Royals this Spring. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-04-22 | North Carolina +4.5 v. Kansas | Top | 69-72 | Win | 100 | 34 h 52 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on UNC. Here is what I said prior to the Tar Heels Final Four win: "Duke will be the favorite in their Final Four matchup versus North Carolina, and the question is how much better than the Tar Heels is this team. They finished with one more win in the ACC, and they both got eliminated by Virginia Tech in the ACC Tournament. The Tar Heels upset Duke in Coach K's final home game at Cameron Indoor Stadium, and they have been lighting it up in the NCAA Tournament. North Carolina ranked second in the ACC with a three-point percentage of .385, and the Tar Heels ranked first in the conference in free throw shooting hitting over 77%." As good as Kansas is, they aren't unbeatable. They had their hands full with Creighton and Providence in the tournament, and it seems like a big ask to cover and handful of points here in the Final. GL, Jesse Schule |
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04-02-22 | North Carolina +4.5 v. Duke | 81-77 | Win | 100 | 58 h 40 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on UNC. Duke will be the favorite in their Final Four matchup versus North Carolina, and the question is how much better than the Tar Heels is this team. They finished with one more win in the ACC, and they both got eliminated by Virginia Tech in the ACC Tournament. The Tar Heels upset Duke in Coach K's final home game at Cameron Indoor Stadium, and they have been lighting it up in the NCAA Tournament. North Carolina ranked second in the ACC with a three-point percentage of .385, and the Tar Heels ranked first in the conference in free throw shooting hitting over 77%. The Blue Devils are 3-7 ATS in their last 10 NCAA Tournament games as a favorite, and I am not sure they are 4.5 points better than UNC. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-27-22 | St. Peter's v. North Carolina -8 | 49-69 | Win | 100 | 31 h 13 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on UNC. There isn't a lot of room left on the St. Peters bandwagon, as it seems that everyone is a die hard Peacocks fan these days. It's impossible not to give them credit for making the Elite-8, but the road to the Final Four has a major obstacle ahead. North Carolina has scored an average of 87 points per game in the tournament so far, including a 93-86 win over defending champs and #1 seed Baylor. North Carolina ranked second in the ACC with a three-point percentage of .385, and the Tar Heels ranked first in the conference in free throw shooting hitting over 77%. Everyone loves a Cinderella Story, but we all know how it ends. The clock is about to strike midnight for the Peacocks. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-27-22 | Miami-FL +6.5 v. Kansas | 50-76 | Loss | -115 | 28 h 22 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Miami. While the Hurricanes are one of the few remaining teams that were not projected to be here, keep in mind that they finished just two games behind Duke and a game back of North Carolina in the ACC this year. They beat Duke at Cameron Indoor Stadium and won at home versus the Tar Heels. The were bounced from the ACC Tournament in an 80-76 loss to Duke. Kansas survived close games against Creighton and Providence, and they can expect to be challenged once again in the Elite-8 versus Miami. The Hurricanes are 19-6-1 ATS in their last 26 games as an underdog, and the Jayhawks are 1-5 ATS in their last six NCAA Tournament games. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-25-22 | North Carolina +2.5 v. UCLA | 73-66 | Win | 100 | 140 h 29 m | Show | |
This is a 10* play on UNC. The Tar Heels scored 90+ points in both their first two games of the tournament. UCLA struggled on offense in their first round matchup versus Akron, scoring just 57 points, and they have averaged less than 70 points over their last five games. The Tar Heels are 8-1 in their last nine games overall, and that includes a win at Duke in Coach K's last home game. North Carolina ranked second in the ACC with a three-point percentage of .385, and the Tar Heels ranked first in the conference in free throw shooting hitting over 77%. I will take the hot team as an underdog here. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-25-22 | Providence +7.5 v. Kansas | 61-66 | Win | 100 | 55 h 33 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Providence. I bet on the Friars in their win over Richmond, and here is what I said before tip off: "The Friars finished first in the Big East this season with a 14-3 record, half a game ahead of Villanova. The Wildcats are favored by 15 in their first round matchup versus a 15 seed. The Friars are just a slight favorite here against 12 seed Richmond." They won the game by 28 points, and they look good as a big underdog here versus Kansas. The Friars are 19-7 ATS in their last 26 games as an underdog, and the Jayhawks are 1-4 ATS in their last five NCAA Tournament games. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-24-22 | Michigan v. Villanova -4.5 | 55-63 | Win | 100 | 31 h 32 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Villanova. Michigan has got off to slow starts in both their first two games at the NCAA Tournament, but they have manged to come back and win. That might not be so easy in the Sweet-16 versus Villanova. The Wildcats are 19-7 ATS in their last 26 NCAA Tournament games, and they are 17-4 ATS in their last 21 NCAA Tournament games as a favorite. They beat Ohio State by double digits in their last game, and they have won 12 of their last 13 overall. The Wolverines are 1-7 ATS in their last eight games following an ATS win. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-23-22 | Devils v. Maple Leafs -1.5 | 2-3 | Loss | -130 | 19 h 48 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on the Leafs. The Leafs and the Devils are two teams trending in opposite directions. Toronto added more talent at the trade deadline in preparation for a long playoff run, while the Devils are in the middle of a rebuild. New Jersey is coming off a home win over the Rangers, traveling north of the border for the second game of a back to back. The Devils are 17-48 in their last 65 games as an underdog, and 10 of their last 12 losses came in games decided by 2+ goals. The Maple Leafs are 20-7 in their last 27 home games, and they have won seven straight head to head meetings versus the Devils. Six of those seven wins came by 2+ goals. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-21-22 | Blazers v. Pistons -7 | 119-115 | Loss | -110 | 16 h 54 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Pistons. The Pistons are one of the worst teams in the NBA, so it looks a little strange seeing them such a big favorite here tonight. They host a Portland team that is playing on back to back nights at the end of a road trip on the other side of the country. The Blazers have lost 10 of their last 11 and nine of those 1o losses came by at least nine points. The Trail Blazers are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games as an underdog. The Pistons don't win a lot of games, but they have been playing great lately. This is a chance to get a win at home, and I expect them to take full advantage. The Pistons are 13-3 ATS in their last 16 games overall, and they have covered in five of their last six home games. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-20-22 | Spurs v. Warriors -6 | 110-108 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 58 m | Show | |
8* |
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03-18-22 | Clippers +7.5 v. Jazz | 92-121 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 10 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on LAC. |
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03-16-22 | Raptors v. Clippers +1.5 | 103-100 | Loss | -110 | 7 h 52 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on LAC. The Raptors have been on a roll, but injuries could put their winning streak in jeopardy. Three of five starters could be out of the lineup in LA tonight. Fred Van Fleet is dealing with knee pain after playing 40 minutes against the Lakers. The injury may explain his 11 points on 3-of-14 shooting. Gary Trent Jr. is questionable due to illness. The Clippers are 4-1 ATS in their last five home games, and they have covered in 10 of their last 14 overall. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-16-22 | Notre Dame v. Rutgers | 89-87 | Win | 100 | 19 h 45 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on ND. The Irish won 22 games this season, and finished 15-5 in the ACC (tied with North Carolina for 2nd). The shot over 38 percent from beyond the arc, ranking 2nd in the ACC in three points field goal percentage. They also shot 75.7 percent from the free throw line, second best in the ACC behind the Tar Heels. Rutgers ranked near the bottom of the BIG10 in both three point shooting as well as free throw percentage. The Scarlett Knights struggle to score at the best of times, and they averaged just 64.4 points per game over their last five. The Scarlet Knights are 1-4-1 ATS in their last six games overall, while the Fighting Irish are 14-6 ATS in their last 20 games overall. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-11-22 | Virginia Tech v. North Carolina | 72-59 | Loss | -110 | 20 h 27 m | Show | |
5* |
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03-11-22 | Pistons +14 v. Celtics | 103-114 | Win | 100 | 19 h 20 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Detroit. The Pistons are in dead last in the Central Division Standings, but they've actually been one of the hotter teams in the Eastern Conference lately. Detroit has won six of nine overall, and one of those wins came against the Celtics in Boston. A few days after beating the Celtics at the Garden, the Celtics won at the Palace by a score of 113-104. The Pistons have covered the spread in nine straight games, and they are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games playing on 1 days rest. They have also covered in seven straight versus the Celtics, and they are 7-2 ATS in their last nine in Boston. This line looks a bit inflated all things concerned. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-09-22 | Canadiens +1.5 v. Canucks | 3-5 | Loss | -140 | 20 h 1 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on MTL. A coaching change can completely turn around a hockey club. It was just three years ago that the St. Louis Blues replaced head coach Mike Yeo, and went from last place to first place and on to win the Stanley Cup. We've seen Bruce Boudreau inspire the Vancouver Canucks to a record of 20-8-4, putting them back in the hunt for the playoffs. Montreal has also turned things around with seven wins in their last eight games under new head coach Martin St. Louis. These teams have a history of playing close games, with four of the last five meetings decided by one goal. Three of those games went to overtime. The Habs have won outright in seven of their last nine at Vancouver. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-09-22 | Paris Saint-Germain v. Real Madrid | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 12 h 18 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Madrid. PSG won the first leg by a score of 1-0, but they head to the Bernabeu for the second leg of this Champions League tie versus Real Madrid. The home team is sitting top of the table in Spain, leading the league in goals scored as well as goal differential. They have yet to be beaten at home in La Liga this season, boasting a record of 10-0-4. Paris has lost two of three domestic league games since their first leg win versus Madrid, and they might not have Kylian Mbappe in the lineup Wedneday. The French international suffered a foot injury over the weekend. "Kylian Mbappé received a knock on his right foot in training today. He has undergone treatment this afternoon," read the release. "The medical tests are reassuring and another update will be made in 24 hours." It was Mbappe who scored the only goal in the first leg. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-08-22 | Stars +1.5 v. Predators | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 20 h 8 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Dallas. The Stars have won five of their last six overall, and they will be an underdog in Nashville. The Predators have lost six of their last nine overall. These teams have a history of playing close games, with six of the last 10 head to head meetings decided in overtime. Eight of the last 10 meetings were decided by one goal, and Dallas has won eight of their last 10 road games. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-06-22 | Portland v. Los Angeles FC | 1-1 | Push | 0 | 20 h 58 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on LAFC. Carlos Vela missed most of the last two MLS seasons, and his team suffered in his absence. His last full season was in 2019, and he scored an incredible 36 goals in 33 starts. LAFC finished first in MLS that season, eight points clear of their closest competitor. Vela appears to be healthy, scoring a hat trick in the season opener. Portland needed to score a late equalizer to salvage a draw in their home opener versus New England. I don't fancy the Timbers to earn any points here in LA. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-06-22 | Suns v. Bucks -7 | 122-132 | Win | 100 | 13 h 33 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on the Bucks. The Suns are the best team in the NBA, and they are coming off a home win over the Knicks despite playing without their two best players. They are due for a let down here on the road in Milwaukee, and without Devin Booker and CP3 they could be in trouble. The Suns are 1-4 ATS in their last five games following a straight up win, and they are 2-5 ATS in their last seven games overall. They have failed to cover in four of their last five at Milwaukee. The Bucks have won three straight, and they have scored an average of 123 points in those games. The Bucks are healthy and the Suns are not, this game should be a blowout. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-06-22 | Michigan v. Ohio State -3.5 | 75-69 | Loss | -110 | 9 h 34 m | Show | |
This is a 5* play on Ohio State. Michigan is 2-2 since the loss to Wisconsin that resulted in the suspension of head coach Juwan Howard for the remainder of the season. This will be their first road game since that loss, and they are just 4-7 on the road this season. The Buckeyes have won 13 of 15 home games this season, and they have outscored opponents by an average margin of 12 points per game on their home court. The Buckeyes are 9-4 ATS in their last 13 games overall, and they seem to draw a favorable matchup in their final home game. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-05-22 | Fresno State v. Wyoming -4 | Top | 64-68 | Push | 0 | 23 h 29 m | Show |
This is a 10* play on Wyoming. The Cowboys were in first place in the Mountain West a couple weeks ago, but after losing four of their last six overall they sit in fourth. So what happened? Well they had a tough schedule, facing Colorado State and UNLV on the road, and losing a close home game against long time Mountain West powerhouse San Diego State. They are still 15-1 at home, with the only loss coming to the Aztecs. They beat Boise State, Colorado State and Utah State at home, and tonight's game against Fresno State will be their final home game. The Bulldogs have lost five of their last seven, and they have failed to cover in six of their last seven versus teams with a winning record. GL, Jesse Schule |
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03-03-22 | Iowa v. Michigan -1 | 82-71 | Loss | -110 | 21 h 54 m | Show | |
This is an 8* play on Michigan. Iowa might be the hottest team in the BIG10. They come into Ann Arbor as winners of seven of their last eight overall. The one loss came at home to the Wolverines. Three of those seven wins came on the road, and all three came against teams in the bottom four in the conference standings. While the Hawkeyes have look great lately, the majority of those wins came against mediocre opposition. Only one of their last seven wins came against a ranked team. They have lost five straight road games at Michigan, and the Wolverines look good as a pickem here in this spot. GL, Jesse Schule |
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