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Date | Match Up | Rating | Score | Result | Profit | Lead Time | Analysis |
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06-06-19 | Orioles v. Rangers -160 | Top | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 11 h 37 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Texas Rangers. These teams have split the first two games of this three game set, but I think the home side is worth the price of admission in the finale. Texas carries its momentum over from last night’s 2-1, 12-inning victory. Texas has now won six of its last eight. The home side goes with Arial Jurado (2-2, 2.43 ERA) who has performed well of late and who won his only start vs. the O’s, giving up two runs over five frames. The visitors go with David Hess (1-7, 7.36) who got shelled for seven runs over four innings in his last start vs. the toothless Giants. Key Trends: - Baltimore is just 4-18 vs. teams with winning records. - Texas is now 9-3 (+5.2 units) this season as a home favorite of -110 or higher. The verdict: I like Jurado to easily out duel his volatile counterpart. Lay the price! |
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06-05-19 | Giants v. Mets -126 | Top | 0-7 | Win | 100 | 28 h 26 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the New York Mets. I had a play on the Mets yesterday and while that pick came up short, I think the home side bounces back on Wednesday. After three-straight victories I believe the Giants have a predictable letdown here. The visitors go with Tyler Beede (0-1, 7.82 ERA), while the home side goes with Jason Vargas (1-3, 4.46.) This is Beede’s seventh major league appearance and fifth start. Vargas though comes in under the radar in my opinion. Note that he most recently allowed one run over seven innings in an unfortunate 2-0 loss to the Dodgers (and also note that he’s 2-1 with a 2.12 ERA in five career starts vs. San Francisco.) Key Trends: - San Francisco is still just 4-9 (-4.1 units) as a road dog in the +100 to +150 range. - New York is 15-9 at home this year. - The Mets are already 9-3 this season after having lost five or six of their last seven games. The verdict: I think Vargas is the correct call in this matchup. Lay the short price! |
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06-05-19 | White Sox v. Nationals UNDER 10 | Top | 4-6 | Push | 0 | 22 h 22 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the under Sox/Nats. Despite both Dylan Covey (1-4, 4.73 ERA) and Anibal Sanchez (1-6, 4.47) having gotten out to such inconsistent starts to the 2019 campaign, I still think that this number is a little high. The Nationals have now won three straight, but they had to rally from a 5-0 deficit to win yesterday’s opener 9-5. Note as well that Sanchez comes in off his best start of the season, going six shutout innings in a win over the Braves on May 29th (note that Sanchez has a 2.53 ERA over his last five starts.) Covey was 0-10 with a 5.99 ERA over his previous 14 starts dating back to last season, but he also comes in off a “gem,” walking one and striking out five and allowing one run over six innings in a win over the Indians on Friday. Key Trends: - Chicago has seen the total go under the number in seven of its last 11 interleague contests when the total in the contest is 10.5 or higher. - Washington has seen the total dip under the posted number in 12 of its last 19 home games when the total is 10.5 or higher. The verdict: These improving starters battle into the latter frames and this one stays well below this sky-high number. Play the under! |
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06-03-19 | Phillies v. Padres UNDER 7.5 | Top | 2-8 | Loss | -109 | 29 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the under Phillies/Padres. This is an important series for both teams. The Padres are in a “free fall” right now, having lost five of their last seven, including two in a row to the lowly Marlins. The Phillies sit atop the NL East. The visitors look to keep the good times rolling, while the home side is eager to get off the schneid. Unfortunately for both line-ups they run into a couple of red hot hurlers on the mound and when the smoke clears at the end of this one, I expect them to be the main story lines in tomorrow’s summaries. Phillies’ ace Aaron Nola is is 4-0 with a 2.96 ERA over his last five starts, while Padres’ starter Eric Lauer is 2-0 with a 1.50 ERA over his last three contests. Key Trends: - Philadelphia has seen the total go under in 14 of its last 24 on the road. - San Diego has seen the total go under the number in 18 of 29 at home. - The Padres have seen the total go under in four of their last five as a home dog. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, play the under! |
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06-02-19 | Red Sox v. Yankees UNDER 9.5 | Top | 8-5 | Loss | -115 | 28 h 37 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the under Red Sox/Yankees. David Price (2-2, 2.83 ERA) goes up against CC Sabathia (3-1, 3.48) in this one. Price has been historically destroyed by the Yanks, but he comes into this one top form going 1-0 with a 1.53 ERA over his last four starts. Sabathia has plenty of success though vs. the Red Sox, who went a poor 2 for 14 with RISP yesterday. Key Trends: - Boston has seen the total go under in 12 of its last 18 vs. teams with winning records. - New York has seen total go under in seven of its last ten vs. southpaws. The verdict: I expect these competent veterans to battle deep into the latter innings. This number is high, play the under! |
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06-01-19 | Mets v. Diamondbacks -110 | Top | 5-6 | Win | 100 | 29 h 27 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Arizona Diamondbacks. Jacob deGrom (3-5, 3.71 ERA) faces off against Zack Greinke (6-2, 2.78) on Saturday night and I think the home side is the correct call in this matchup. Greinke enters on fire, having posted a 2.14 ERA in the month of may, not giving up more than three earned runs in any of his past 11 outings. Note that deGrom owns a 5.33 ERA in five outing with Wilson Ramos working as catcher as well this season. Key Trends: - The Mets are just 6-8 as a road dog in the +100 to +150 range this season. - Arizona is already 9-5 (+4.7 units) this season after having lost four or five of its last six games. The verdict: Arizona comes in desperate to break a five-game slide after New York scored two runs in the eighth inning in Friday’s 5-4 series opening victory. I expect Greinke to outlast deGrom and I look for the D-Backs to finally “get off the schneid.” Lay the short price! |
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05-31-19 | Marlins v. Padres -155 | Top | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 28 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the San Diego Padres. This is a big game and series for the Padres tonight with ten straight in front of the home town crowd. Miami is just 8-17 on the road this year. The Fish hand the ball to Caleb Smith (3-2, 3.05 ERA), while the home side counters with Joey Lucchesi (3-3, 4.25). Over his last three starts Lucchesi has posted a 2.84 ERA and tiny 0.684 WHIP. Smith has enjoyed success against the Friars in the past, but that was then and this is now. I think the Padres make the most of this favorable matchup. Key Trends: - Miami is just 10-24 this season following a loss. - San Diego is 13-6 (+7.8 units) this season after scoring two runs or less in its previous contest. The verdict: I think Miami’s inconsistencies on the road continues vs. the focused/determined Padres. Lay the price! |
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05-30-19 | Diamondbacks v. Rockies -145 | Top | 10-11 | Win | 100 | 17 h 26 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Colorado Rockies. Kyle Freeland (2-6, 6.71 ERA) has struggled for the Rockies this season, but Colorado has already taken the first three games of this series and I believe they carry over that momentum here. The Diamondbacks hand the ball to rookie right-hander Taylor Clarke (1-0), who I believe will be in over his head here in this difficult road ballpark. Note that Arizona is just 6 of 28 with runners in scoring position over the first three games of this series. Key Trends: - Arizona is just 4-7 (-2.8 units) this year in revenging a one run loss to an opponent. - Colorado is already 8-2 (+5 units) this year as a home favorite in the -125 to -175 range. The verdict: I like the Rockies to keep the good times rolling in this favorable matchup. All things considered, a very fair price. Lay it! |
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05-29-19 | Giants -114 v. Marlins | Top | 2-4 | Loss | -114 | 23 h 20 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the San Francisco Giants. After falling 11-3 in yesterday’s series opener, I like Madison Bumgarner (3-4, 4.10 ERA) and the visiting Giants to bounce back on Wednesday. Bumgarner is likely finally on the trading block and he’ll be out to audition today for clubs who are in the running at the midway point. Bumgarner most recently gave up two runs over six innings vs. the Braves on Thursday, generating a season-high 17 swinging strikes. The home side counters with Pablo Lopez (3-5, 5.40) who has pitched better at home than on the road, but who I think is still over-matched here. Key Trends: - San Francisco is already a perfect 3-0 (+3.4 units) this season after having lost six or seven of its last eight games. - Miami is just 9-21 (-10.2 units) as an underdog in the +100 to +150 range this year. The verdict: I think Bumgarner gets the better of Lopez. Lay the short price! |
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05-28-19 | Cubs +122 v. Astros | Top | 6-9 | Loss | -100 | 27 h 58 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Chicago Cubs. I had a play on the Cubs yesterday and while that one came up short, I think that the visitors offer great value to bounce back here vs. the depleted Astros, who will once again be without the services of sluggers Jose Altuve, George Springer and Aledmys Diaz. Houston goes with a rookie right-hander as well in Corbin Martin (1-1, 4.97 ERA), who most recently allowed four runs off six hits over 3 1/3’s innings in a 4-0 loss to the White Sox. The Cubs counter with Jon Lester (3-3, 2.68) who has struggled over his last two starts, but who is 1-0 with a 4.10 ERA in two career starts vs. the Astros. Key Trends: - Chicago is 29-19 L2 years in interleague contests. - The Cubs are 24-12 in their last 36 vs. right-handed starters. The verdict: I think Lester settles down and takes advantage of this spot and I look for the “hungrier” visiting side to step up and avenge yesterday’s setback. Play on the Cubs! |
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05-26-19 | Braves v. Cardinals UNDER 9 | Top | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 24 h 30 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the under Braves/Cards. When I put out a total on an MLB game, I primarily base it upon the starting pitching. Not many would argue with you if you stated that Julio Teheran (3-4, 3.67 ERA) is currently in the best overall form in the entire league right now. Indeed, Teheran has posted a minuscule 0.79 ERA over four May starts. He’s also 3-3 with a 2.77 ERA lifetime against Saint Louis. Joe Flaherty (4-3, 4.19) has pitched into the fifth inning and hasn’t given up more than three runs in four starts so far in May. Key Trends: - Atlanta has seen the total go under in 11 of its last 17 when the total in the contest is set at either 9 or 9.5. - St. Louis has seen the total go under in 14 of its last 22 following a victory. The verdict: With these two starters expected to fight each other deep into the latter innings, all signs point to this one staying well under the posted number! |
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05-25-19 | Braves v. Cardinals UNDER 9.5 | Top | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 25 h 9 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the under Braves/Cards. The Braves go with rookie Mike Soroka (5-1, 1.01 ERA) and the Cardinals go with Dakota Hudson (3-3, 4.40). Atlanta won the series opener 5-2 last night and I think that with these two hungry “studs” squaring off on Saturday, that runs will once again be at a premium. Key Trends: - The Braves have seen the total go under in 20 of their last 32 vs. right-handed starters. - St. Louis has seen the total go under in 40 of its last 60 at home when the money line is set between -125 and +125. The verdict: Expect these two young starters to throw deep into the latter frames. Play the under! |
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05-24-19 | Diamondbacks v. Giants +1.5 | Top | 18-2 | Loss | -150 | 15 h 14 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Giants on the run line. Arizona comes in on a five-game losing streak. Clearly Robbie Ray is in much better form than his counterpart Drew Pomeranz, but I simply think this is a bad “spot” for Ray. The Diamondbacks have hit the panic button and they’ve moved Ray up a spot in the rotation because of an injury to Zack Greinke. Pomeranz won’t be lacking for motivation here as he’s fighting for a spot. I think the door is open for a much more competitive battle than what this line would suggest. Key Trends: - The Diamondbacks are already just 1-3 (-2.4 units) this year after scoring four runs or less in four straight games. - The Giants 15-12 (+6.3 units) this season following a loss. The verdict: I had a play on the Orioles on the run line at home to the Yanks last night, a game which they ended up losing 5-4 in extras. In what I expect to be another tight affair here, I’m going to grab the 1.5 runs. Play on the Giants run line! |
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05-23-19 | Yankees v. Orioles +1.5 | Top | 6-5 | Win | 125 | 18 h 39 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* run line play on the Baltimore Orioles. I had a play on the Orioles as a massive underdog at home on the money line vs. the Yanks yesterday afternoon and that pick came up just short. New York has now 11 straight games at Camden Yards. Dylan Bundy has had varying success vs. the Orioles though out his career, but he comes in off three straight strong outings. Tanaka has been solid this year and he’s done well vs. the O’s throughout his career, but he returns for the first time off a short stint on the DL. It’s a factor which I thin the hungry home side uses. Key Trends: - New York is still just 3-4 (-3.8 units) this season off four straight victories vs. division rivals. - Baltimore is already 5-2 (+6 units) this year after four or more consecutive losses. The verdict: The outright isn’t out of the question in my opinion. That said, I’m going to recommend to play this one on the run line! |
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05-21-19 | Red Sox v. Blue Jays +130 | Top | 3-10 | Win | 130 | 24 h 17 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Toronto Blue Jays. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Marcus Stroman. He’s my “key angle” for this game. In a rebuilding season, Stroman has been a bright spot early on. Of yesterday’s 12-2 loss, I think Stroman offers great value to help his team bounce back here facing Eduardo Rodriguez. Stroman is 1-6 with a 2.95 ERA, while Rodriguez is 4-2 with a 4.89 ERA. Note as well that slugger Vlad Guerrero Jr. had a day off on Monday, but is expected back here. Key Trends: - Boston is is 10-11 (-6.1 units) this year as a road favorite. - Toronto is a money-making 7-6 (+3.5 units) vs. southpaws this season. The verdict: Great value on the hungry home dog! |
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05-20-19 | Diamondbacks v. Padres -138 | Top | 1-2 | Win | 100 | 15 h 6 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the San Diego Padres The desperate home side has lost six of its last seven. Thankfully its ace Chris Paddack comes to the mound. It won’t be easy facing the hard-hitting visiting side and Luke Weaver, but I believe the “hungrier” team finds a way to get the job done at the end of the night. This is an important series as well as San Diego hits the road for series in Toronto and at the Yankees. Paddack is 3-2 with a 1.99 ERA, while Weaver is 3-2 with a 3.16. San Diego is already 4-3 vs. the D-Backs this year and I look for them to extend that streak. Key Trends: - Arizona is just 9-11 (-3.7 units) this year already after two or more consecutive home games. - San Diego is 6-4 (+1.7 units) this season after a loss by two runs or less. The verdict: Lay the price on the hungry home side and expect a break out performance! |
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05-19-19 | Brewers v. Braves +118 | Top | 3-2 | Loss | -100 | 22 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* BEWARE OF DOG on the Atlanta Braves. Atlanta has won four straight and I expect it to carry that momentum over here and to give Mike Foltynewicz (0-3, 8.02 ERA) his first win of the year. Brandon Woodruff (0-3, 8.02) gets the nod for the Brewers. Foltynewicz is 2-2 with a very respectable 2.90 ERA in five starts vs. the Brewers. Woodruff has never faced the Braves and while he’s personally in better current form than Foltynewicz, I simply feel that he’s in the wrong place at the wrong time in this one. Key Trends: - Milwaukee is is only 11-13 on the road. - The Brewers are just 2-7 (-5.8 units) with double revenge in two straight losses vs. an opponent. The verdict: I think the momentum in which the Braves have created is real and I expect it to carry over here. Play on Atlanta! |
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05-18-19 | Twins v. Mariners UNDER 9.5 | Top | 18-4 | Loss | -115 | 28 h 46 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the under Twins/ Mariners. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - The starting pitchers. While Twins’ ace Jose Berrios (6-2, 3.05 ERA) comes in off a terrible outing, he’s still pitched into the sixth inning in nine of ten games this year. He’ll be opposed by Wade LeBlanc (2-0, 4.50), who is 0-0 vs. the Twins in five career match ups, despite posting a 1.26 ERA (giving up only seven hits and two runs over 14 1/3’s innings). Key Trends: - Minnesota has seen the total go under in ten of its last 14 after playing two or more consecutive road games. - Seattle has seen the total go under in six of its last ten as a home underdog of +125 or more. The verdict: Everything points to a classic “duel.” Play the under! |
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05-16-19 | Twins v. Mariners +108 | Top | 11-6 | Loss | -100 | 28 h 52 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Seattle Mariners. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Fatigue. I think it’s a factor here for the Twins after their 8-7 extra innings win over the Angels yesterday. The Mariners had the day off after sweeping a two-game set from the A’s. Michael Pineda and Erik Swanson has both struggled this year, so I’ll call that department “even” tonight. The difference is in team conditioning and in the numbers. Key Trends: - Minnesota is just 3-7 in its last ten following a road game in which it scored eight or more runs in, while also winning the contest. - Seattle is 5-1 (+5.2 units) this season off an upset win over a division rival as an underdog. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, play on the Mariners! |
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05-15-19 | Padres v. Dodgers -150 | Top | 0-2 | Win | 100 | 30 h 49 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the LA Dodgers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Kenta Maeda. He’s 4-2 with a 4.03 ERA this year and he’s gotten significantly better as the season has worn on. So far he has a sharp 34:18 K:BB over his last 38.2 innings of work and note that he’s 3-0 with a 1.86 ERA at home thus far. Key Trends: - San Diego is still just 11-12 vs. the division this year. - The Dodgers are 18-6 as a home favorite. The verdict: Look for LA and Maeda to take this one decisively and lay the price with confidence! |
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05-14-19 | Padres +1.5 v. Dodgers | Top | 3-6 | Loss | -154 | 30 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Padres on the run line. As good as Clayton Kershaw was, I think he’s overmatched here facing the red hot Chris Paddack. Paddack (3-1 ,1.55 ERA) went eight scoreless vs. the Mets in his last start. Kershaw (2-0, 3.31) gave up four runs over six innings in a no-decision vs. the Braves in his last outing. Key Trends: - San Diego is 10-6 as a road dog this year. - LA is only 2-4 in its last six after shutting out its opponent. The verdict: I think these two starters battle deep. In a contest which I envision being decided late or even in extra innings, I’m going to lay the reasonable mid-sized price for the extra 1.5 runs of insurance! |
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05-11-19 | Nationals v. Dodgers -133 | Top | 5-2 | Loss | -133 | 29 h 60 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the LA Dodgers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Inept offense. Max Scherzer (1-4, 3.78 ERA) has looked a lot better of late, but the Nationals continue to struggle at the plate, as evidenced by yesterday’s 5-0 setback. The Dodgers’ Walker Buehler (4-0, 4.95) comes in off a strong outing vs. the Braves on Monday, allowing three runs with eight K’s over seven innings. Key Trends: - Washington is just 6-14 (-12.6 units) in all “night” games this year. - LA is 9-4 (+3 units) this season as a home favorite in the -125 to -175 range. The verdict: I like Buehler to match Scherzer. Lay the short price with confidence on the hot hitting home side! |
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05-10-19 | Braves v. Diamondbacks -140 | Top | 2-1 | Loss | -140 | 29 h 17 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Arizona Diamondbacks. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - The Braves’ suspect bullpen. When the D-Backs swept a three-game series in Atlanta at the start of the year, they’d slug out 11 runs off 14 hits with ten walks over ten innings off Braves’ relievers. And it was the same thing in last night’s opener, as Arizona would rally in the tenth to earn a walk-off victory. Key Trends: - Atlanta is just 4-8 as a road dog this year. - Arizona is already 3-1 this season as a favorite in the -125 to -175 range. The verdict: Greinke also gets the big nod on the mound over Teheran. All things considered, I feel this line could/should in fact be much higher. Great value on the home side, lay it! |
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05-09-19 | Giants v. Rockies -151 | Top | 11-12 | Win | 100 | 6 h 3 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on Colorado Rockies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Giants’ starter Derek Holland. He’s a terrible 1-3 with a 6.18 ERA in five career games vs. Colorado. Kyle Freeland is 5-3 with a 2.87 ERA in nine starts lifetime vs. San Francisco. Both of these starters have struggled to open 2019, but I think that Holland’s in over his head once again in this difficult road ballpark. Freeland on the other hand has the track record and pedigree to get things turned around and I think that starts tonight. Key Trends: - San Francisco is just 4-7 (-2.1 units) this year as a road dog in the +100 to +150 range. - Colorado is already 3-1 (+1.5 units) this season as a -150 fav or higher. The verdict: A fair price considering all of the above information. Lay the price with confidence! |
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05-08-19 | Reds v. A's -118 | Top | 4-5 | Win | 100 | 30 h 37 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the A’s. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Reds’ starter Sonny Gray. He’s 0-4 with a 3.89 ERA and the only time he faced his former team he’d get destroyed, allowing five runs and nine hits over five innings while he was with the Yanks. I think he gets another rude welcoming in his first return to Oakland. The A’s Brett Anderson is 4-2 with a 3.89 ERA thus far. Key Trends: - Cincinnati is just 15-26 the L2 years in all interleague contests. - Oakland is 11-6 at home so far this year. The verdict: Look for Anderson and the A’s to get the better of Gray tonight. Lay the price! |
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05-06-19 | Mariners v. Yankees -142 | Top | 3-7 | Win | 100 | 9 h 48 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the New York Yankees. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - CC Sabathia. For the most MLB handicapping comes down to the starting pitching, so it comes as little surprise to learn that today’s “key angle” is Yanks’ starter Sabathia, who is 1-1 with a 2.66 ERA so far this season and who is 14-6 with a 2.60 ERA in 29 starts vs. Seattle. His counterpart Felix Hernandez is just 1-2 with a 4.31 ERA this season. Key Trends: - Seattle is just 2-12 (-9.8 units) this season vs. clubs with winning records. - New York is 49-23 (+13.3 units) the L2 years as a home favorite in the -125 to -175 range (including 4-1 this season!) The verdict: Sabathia at this price at home is definitely the correct move in my opinion. Lay the price! |
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05-04-19 | Astros -130 v. Angels | Top | 14-2 | Win | 100 | 29 h 9 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Houston Astros. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Astros’ closer Roberto Osuna Jr. This game is being played in Monterrey Mexico, which is only a 12 hour drive from where Osuna grew up in Los Mochis. The Angels are only the home team on paper. Osuna is 2-0 with a 0.68 ERA with seven saves in 13 games and over 13 1/3’s innings he’s allowed just three hits with no walks and 11 K’s. Key Trends: - Houston is 4-0 this year already when playing with a day off. - LA is just 1-3 this season already when playing with a day off. The verdict: The difference isn’t with the starting pitchers, it’s in the intangibles and numbers. Great value, lay the short price! |
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05-03-19 | Giants v. Reds -162 | Top | 12-11 | Loss | -162 | 27 h 53 m | Show |
Ricky’s 10* play on the Cincinnati Reds. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Sonny Gray. For the most part MLB handicapping comes down to the starting pitching anyways and for this particular matchup my “key angle” is indeed Reds’ starter Sonny Gray, who is 2-0 with a 2.08 ERA and 1.08 WHIP in two career meetings vs. the Giants. This is the opener of a seven game trip for the Giants and I think Tyler Beede, who is being called up from Triple A to make his 2019 major league debut is in over his head. Key Trends: - The Giants are just 3-6 this year as an underdog in the +125 to +175 range. - The Reds are a perfect 3-0 this season as a -150 favorite or higher. The verdict: All things considered, I think this line could/should in fact be a lot larger. Lay the price! |
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05-02-19 | Blue Jays v. Angels -130 | Top | 2-6 | Win | 100 | 30 h 17 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the LA Angels. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Mike Trout. The Angels have a chance to sweep this series here. Trout went 2 for 4 with a walk in Wednesday’s 6-3 Angels’ win. Note that Trout has reached base in all 28 games this year. Sanchez and Skaggs are a “wash,” but Trout and the Angels’ momentum carries to the sweep here. Key Trends: - Toronto is just 65-81 (-8.3 units) after two or more consecutive road games. - LA is 38-26 (+15.7 units) the L2 years after allowing three runs or less in two straight games. The verdict: The Jays’ inconsistencies at the plate continue and Trout and company continue to roll. Great value, lay the price! |
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05-01-19 | Indians -158 v. Marlins | Top | 2-4 | Loss | -158 | 27 h 59 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cleveland Indians. Corey Kluber (2-2, 5.81 ERA) has struggled to open the year, while Caleb Smith (2-0, 2.17) has been fantastic. Regardless of that, I still think we’re getting great value on the hard-hitting visiting side, as despite recent form, I think these two starters are a “wash.” And at this price, the value swings to Cleveland in my opinion. Key Trends: - Cleveland is 9-4 as a favorite in the -125 to -175 range this season. - The Marlins are just 4-15 as an underdog in the +100 to +150 range this year. The verdict: The Marlins have lost four straight and come in with zero momentum. Smith has been a bright spot, but I think he takes a step back here. Lay the price! |
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04-30-19 | Yankees v. Diamondbacks -131 | Top | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 29 h 27 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Arizona Diamondbacks. Two wily veterans face off on the hill tonight. The Yanks hand the ball to CC Sabathia, while the Diamondbacks go with Zack Greinke. The pitching is a wash and each team comes in relatively hot at the plate and overall. The difference today is in the numbers/trends. Key Trends: - New York is still a poor 20-34 (-10.4 units) in its last 54 as an underdog in the +100 to +150 range (including just 1-3 this season). - Arizona is 11-2 in its last 13 “night” games. The verdict: I believe the Diamondbacks take advantage of friendly surroundings and I think the sharp money is on Greinke to get the better of Sabathia, who definitely looks poised for regression. Play on the D-Backs! |
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04-29-19 | Orioles v. White Sox -129 | Top | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 29 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Chicago White Sox. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. I’m going to call these young starting pitchers a “wash.” John Means (3-2, 1.74 ERA) of the Orioles and Manny Banuelos (1-0, 2.51) have each shown plenty of promise to this point. But Baltimore comes in with zero momentum, getting swept in Minnesota over the weekend, while Chicago has won three of its last five. Key Trends: - Baltimore is just 2-5 as an underdog in the +100 to +150 range this year. - Chicago is already 3-1 as a home favorite this season. The verdict: I like the White Sox to continue their recent progression and to take advantage of this clearly slumping Orioles side. Lay the price! |
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04-28-19 | Rangers v. Mariners -125 | Top | 14-1 | Loss | -125 | 22 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Seattle Mariners. Key Trends: - Texas is just 6-11 as an underdog this year. - The Rangers are only 3-9 on the road this season. - The Mariners are 6-1 as a favorite this year. - Seattle is still 9-5 vs. the division. The verdict: After yesterday’s rare 15-1 win, I think the Rangers return to norm here as they’d lost their previous six. I’m calling Lance Lynn and Eric Swanson a “wash” on the mound, but the situation and the numbers make the home side well worth the price of admission in my opinion. |
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04-27-19 | Rangers v. Mariners -120 | Top | 15-1 | Loss | -120 | 29 h 1 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Seattle Mariners. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Rangers’ starter Mike Minors’ history of futility vs. the M’s. The Rangers come in with zero momentum after five straight losses. That’s bad news for starter Minor, who is 1-3 with a 5.01 ERA in eight career appearances vs. Seattle. Mariners’ starter Mike Leake on the other hand owns a very respectable 2.72 ERA in six career starts vs. Texas. Key Trends: - Texas is just 72-101 on the road the L2 years (including just 2-9 this season.) - Seattle is 64-40 L2 years as a home favorite. The verdict: I think the home side completes the sweep. Great value overall! |
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04-26-19 | Padres v. Nationals -1.5 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -100 | 25 h 57 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Nationals on the run line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Max Scherzer. He’s gotten out to a lacklustre start this season. But the veteran has a history of success vs. the Friars, going 3-2 with a 2.34 ERA over nine starts. That includes 85 K’s and 18 walks spanning 57 2/3’s innings of work. Matt Strahm is coming off his best start for the Padres, but it should be noted that he’s faced the Nationals twice in his career, going 0-1 with a 15.43 ERA (Strahm has 12 total starts in his major league career.) Key Trends: - The Padres are only 104-137 the L2 years in all night games (including just 6-9 this season). - The Nationals are 4-1 in their last five after allowing eight or more runs. The verdict: I’m banking on a blowout from start to finish. Lay the 1.5 runs for the healthy plus-money return! |
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04-25-19 | Rangers v. Mariners -158 | Top | 2-14 | Win | 100 | 12 h 13 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Seattle Mariners. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Favorable matchup. For Marco Gonzales and the Mariners. Gonzales is 4-0 with a 3.32 ERA and he goes up against left-hander Taylor Hearn (0-0, 0.0 ERA) who makes his debut after going just 1-3 with a 4.06 ERA in four starts for Nashville. Key Trends: - Texas is just 2-7 as a road dog this year. - Seattle is 11-6 in “night” games. The verdict: This line could/should easily be much larger in my professional opinion. Lay the price! |
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04-24-19 | Tigers v. Red Sox -1.5 | Top | 4-11 | Win | 100 | 26 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play RUN LINE PLAY on the Boston Red Sox. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. MLB comes down to starting pitching and each contest has to be looked at by itself, however after losing both games of yesterday’s double header, I think the home side bounces back in this revenge situation. Eduardo Rodrigues (1-2, 7.20 ERA) of the Red Sox will be expecting some support here after his team left 13 men on base last night. Rodriguez will be feeling confident here as well as he’s 2-1 with a very respectable 3.52 ERA in four starts vs. the Tigers. Key Trends: - Detroit is still just 10-33 (-13.4 units) in its last 43 as a road dog of +150 or more. - Boston is still 103-51 (+12.6 units) the L2 years as a home favorite. The verdict: I think Tyson Ross gets the hook early here vs. the determined and clearly underachieving home side. Lay the 1.5 runs for the pick em price! |
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04-23-19 | Twins v. Astros -129 | Top | 4-10 | Win | 100 | 30 h 10 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* BIG TIGER on the Houston Astros. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Twins’ starter Michael Pineda’s lack of success vs. the Astros. He’s 3-3 with a 4.95 ERA lifetime vs. them. While he’s been solid overall this year, Pineda comes in off an ugly start by allowing six runs off seven hits over three innings in a 7-4 loss to Toronto on Thursday. Key Trends: - Minnesota is just 50-70 in its last 120 as a road underdog. - Houston is 162-85 (+30 units) vs. right-handed starters the L2 years. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. Lay it! |
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04-22-19 | Yankees v. Angels +101 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -100 | 33 h 33 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the LA Angels. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Walking wounded. The Yanks come in off a satisfying 7-6 win at home over KC last night, but New York is completely banged up, with both sluggers Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge both on the DL, along with several other key players. JA Happ and Matt Harvey have both been terrible and each has struggled against their respective opponent tonight throughout their careers, so I’m calling the starting pitching a “wash” tonight. I simply feel that this is a bad spot for New York: a late West Coast game with most of the team on the DL, and coming off a big home win. Can anyone say “letdown spot?!” Key Trends: - New York is already just 1-3 (-4.2 units) this year after a win by two runs or less. - LA is 7-4 at home this season. - The Angels are 5-1 (+3.6 units) this year after six consecutive vs. division rivals. The verdict: The writing is on the wall and a blowout is in the cards. Play on the Angels! |
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04-21-19 | Mets v. Cardinals UNDER 8.5 | Top | 4-6 | Loss | -100 | 22 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under Mets/Cards. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Mets starter Noah Syndergaard. I think he’ll go deep here, note that he owns a 3.08 ERA lifetime vs. the Cards. St. Louis starter Dakota Hudson (1-0, 6.08 ERA) has been shaky of late, but he was 4-1 with a 2.63 ERA last year and he has a golden opportunity today facing the Mets “on again, off again” offense. Key Trends: - The Mets have seen the total go under the number in 18 of their last 28 after playing seven or more straight road games. - The Cards have seen the total go under in four of five already this year after two or more straight home games. The verdict: Taking into account all of the above factors, I think this one falls under once its all said and done! |
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04-20-19 | Phillies -120 v. Rockies | Top | 8-5 | Win | 100 | 28 h 17 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Philadelphia Phillies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - History of success. For Phillies’ starter Aaron Nola (1-0, 7.45 ERA) vs. the Rockies. Philadelphia is injured and it’s lost the first two games of this series. Nola himself has gotten out to a shaky start to 2019. However I think both he and the Phillies bounce back here, as note that Nola is 1-0 with a 1.98 ERA and 17 K’s compared to only two walks in two outings vs. Colorado. Antonio Senzatela (1-0, 1.35) got off to a great start vs. the light-hitting Padres, but note that he has given up three runs over six innings and owns a 4.05 ERA vs. the Phillies. Key Trends: - The Phillies are 7-2 in their last nine road games after losing back-to-back contests. - The Rockies are only 4-9 in their last 13 after back-to-back home victories and as an underdog in the +105 to +150 range. The verdict: Look for Nola to get back on track with his best effort of the season. Lay the price! |
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04-19-19 | Mets v. Cardinals -145 | Top | 5-4 | Loss | -145 | 31 h 46 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Pitching mismatch. Great line value. Two key angles working in our favor here. The Mets hand the ball to Jason Vargas (1-0, 14.21 ERA), while the Cardinals go with Adam Wainwright (1-1, 3.94). Clearly these two are now over the hill, but Wainwright has looked much better than his counterpart to this point. In my opinion, Wainwright could/should easily be a much larger fav in this spot. Key Trends: - New York is 87-99 (-14.3 units) the L2 years following a loss. - St. Louis is already 5-2 at home this year. - The Cardinals are 62-50 the L2 years after three or more straight road games. The verdict: I like Wainwright to easily outlast his volatile counterpart. Lay the price with confidence! |
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04-16-19 | Blue Jays v. Twins -143 | Top | 6-5 | Loss | -143 | 28 h 31 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Minnesota Twins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Twins’ dominance vs. right-handed starters (8-5, +4.3 units). Minnesota let yesterday’s series opener get away late, but I think they’ll take advantage of Aaron Sanchez, who has opened up hot at home, but who has to prove himself on the road. Kyle Gibson is coming off a career year and after a terrible starts, there’s only one direction he can go. Good value on the hungry home side here. Key Trends: - Minnesota is already 4-0 (+5.7 units) this season after a loss. - Toronto is a terrible 2-10 (-10 units) vs. right-handed starters this year. The verdict: Expect the home side to bounce back after yesterday’s collapse. Lay the price! |
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04-15-19 | Orioles v. Red Sox -1.5 | Top | 8-1 | Loss | -135 | 18 h 59 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Red Sox on the Run Line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Lop-sided pitching mismatch. Dan Straily is 0-1 with a 19.79 ERA and 3.21 WHIP. He’s being forced into action out of necessity for the Orioles. Boston’s Hector Velazquez is 0-0 with a 2.79 ERA , most recently going three scoreless innings in relief vs. the hard-hitting Diamondbacks last weekend. Key Trends: - Baltimore is 44-68 (-12.5 units) the L2 years in all day games (including only 3-5 this season). - Boston is still 45-13 (+19 units) the L2 years as a home favorite in the -175 to -250 range. The verdict: I’m laying the 1.5 runs for the near pick em price and expecting a blowout of epic proportions! |
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04-14-19 | Cardinals -120 v. Reds | Top | 9-5 | Win | 100 | 23 h 0 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Cards’ starter Miles Mikolas. So far he’s 1-1 with a 6.19 ERA. Mikolas comes in off a hard-fought win over the Dodgers, giving up three runs over six innings. Last year though he was 2-0 with a 2.50 ERA vs. the Reds. The Cards bounce back after yesterday’s loss in my opinion. Reds’ starter Anthony DeSclafani is 0-1 with a 6.75 ERA and he has a five game losing streak dating back to last year. Key Trends: - Cincinnati is just 0-5 in DeSclafani’s last five starts vs. teams with an above .500 record. - St. Louis is 9-1 in Mikolas’ last ten starts following a quality start in his previous appearance. The Cards are 6-1 in their last seven road starts. The verdict: I think Mikolas’ 2019 progression continues in this favorable matchup. Play on the Cards! |
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04-13-19 | Phillies -150 v. Marlins | Top | 3-10 | Loss | -150 | 28 h 24 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Philadelphia Phillies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Starting pitching. MLB handicapping is all about starting pitching and in this case, I love the red hot Zach Eflin (2-0, 0.75 ERA) to get the better of his counterpart Caleb Smith (0-0, 4.09). The Phillies crushed the Marlins 9-1 on Friday and all signs point to a short night for Smith here. Key Trends: - Philadelphia is 7-4 (+1.2 units) as a favorite in the -125 to -175 range this season. - The Phillies are 45-37 (+18.3 units) the L2 years vs. southpaws. - The Fish are already only 2-6 (-3.4 units) this season as home underdog. The verdict: Look for Eflin’s hot start to carry over and lay the price with confidence! |
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04-11-19 | Pirates v. Cubs -146 | Top | 0-2 | Win | 100 | 29 h 28 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Chicago Cubs. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Jayson Heyward. The Cubs’ slugger is on fire now, hitting .371 after yesterday’s four hit performance, including a home run. The Cubs have yet to actually win a series this year, but I think the home side finds a way to get the job done here. Joe Musgrove has admittedly looked better than Jose Quintana early, but the sample size is still way too small to draw any real conclusions at this point. Each has had success vs. their opponent. Look for the hungry home side to deliver the goods. Key Trends: - Pittsburgh is a horrible 49-79 (-11.8 units) the L2 years as a road underdog. - Chicago is 28-16 (+2.4 units) in its last 44 in revenging a loss vs. an opponent as a home favorite of -150 or higher. The verdict: It won’t be hard for Quintana to put together his best effort of the year. Expect him to do that and for the Cubs to deliver the support for his first victory! |
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04-10-19 | Dodgers v. Cardinals -107 | Top | 2-7 | Win | 100 | 27 h 37 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. The red hot Dodgers have lost back-to-back games in St. Louis, including getting shutout yesterday. I think the Cardinals continue to build momentum here. For arguments sakes, let’s call Kenta Maeda and Joe Flaherty a “wash” in this one (truly it wouldn’t be difficult to write a convincing argument for either of these talented starters to come out on top of this one.) The Dodgers’ bats have cooled off and clearly the Cards are trending in the opposite direction. Also note that the St. Louis bullpen has a 3.49 ERA this season. Key Trends: - LA just 2-7 in its last nine when the money line in the contest is between +125 and -125. - St. Louis is already 3-1 (+2.1 units) in all night games this year. The verdict: Overall I believe we’re getting fantastic value on the home side in this matchup! |
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04-09-19 | Brewers -117 v. Angels | Top | 8-11 | Loss | -117 | 30 h 32 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Milwaukee Brewers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Starting pitching. For arguments sakes, let’s call these hard-hitting line-ups a “wash.” However, one of these starters has looked decent to open the season, while the other has looked like a complete “gas can.” I think those trends carry over here. After last night’s loss, this is a perfect spot for Freddy Peralta (1-0, 3.27 ERA) to continue to progress, as he’d give up two hits over eight shutout frames while also striking out 11 with no walks vs. the Reds on Wednesday. The Angels’ Matt Harvey (0-1, 9.00) on the other hand just gave up eight earned runs off ten hits over four innings to the Rangers. Key Trends: - Milwaukee is 6-1 (+4.7 units) already this year as a favorite of -110 or higher. - The Angels 0-3 (-3 units) this season as an underdog in the +100 to +150 range. The verdict: Every points to a lop-sided pitching mismatch. Play on the Brewers! |
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04-08-19 | Mariners -125 v. Royals | Top | 13-5 | Win | 100 | 26 h 15 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Seattle Mariners. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Red hot bats. Seattle has come out as the early leader in the offensive department and I think that carries over here vs. the volatile Homer Bailey. Mariners’ starter Felix Hernandez has been relegated to the fifth starter position, but he’s opened with a strong 1-0, 1.69 ERA and I believe he’ll carry that momentum over here vs. Bailey, who is 0-0 with a 5.40 ERA. Key Trends: - Seattle is already 7-2 (+5.5 units) vs. right-handed starters. - Kansas City is 4-9 (-4.5 units) off three straight losses vs. division rivals. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. All things considered, an awesome price in my estimation. Lay it! |
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04-07-19 | Blue Jays v. Indians -150 | Top | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 22 h 15 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cleveland Indians. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home field advantage. Honestly it wouldn’t be too difficult to write a convincing argument for Marcus Stroman to continue his hot start and for the Jays to score the minor upset on the road here. But I don’t see it happening vs. Mike Clevinger, who is 0-0 with a 0.00 ERA, who struck out 12 over seven scoreless in an unfortunate no-decision vs. the White Sox on Monday. Key Trends: - Toronto is a terrible 18-37 (-11.1 units) in its last 55 as a road underdog in the +125 to +175 range. - Cleveland is 77-46 (+5.6 units) the L2 years in all day games. The verdict: I’m banking on the Tribe doing just enough to give Clevinger his first win of the season. Lay the price with confidence! |
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04-06-19 | Dodgers v. Rockies +130 | Top | 7-2 | Loss | -100 | 28 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Colorado Rockies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Enough is enough! The Rockies are 18-4 vs. every NL West club since last September, but only 1-7 vs. the Dodgers. After yesterday’s 10-6 series opening loss, I like the home side to finally break through with a win here. I’m calling Walker Buehler and Jon Gray a “wash” on the mound. Key Trends: - Note though that Colorado is 89-74 (+29.7 units) the L2 years vs. teams with winning records. - The Dodgers are just 2-7 in their last nine road games after scoring ten or more runs in their previous outing. The verdict: I like the hungry home side to bounce back here. Great value on the Rockies! |
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04-05-19 | Twins v. Phillies -143 | Top | 4-10 | Win | 100 | 26 h 3 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Philadelphia Phillies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home field advantage. I think it’s going to matter in this early interleague series. Each team has jumped out to a hot 4-1 start, but Philadelphia benefits here in this early cross over match-up. Philadelphia starter Nick Pivetta is 0-0 with a 7.71 ERA after giving up four runs off eight hits and one walk over 4.2 innings in a no-decision to the Braves on Saturday. The Twin’s Odorizzi is 0-0 with a 1.50 ERA after giving up one run on one hit over six innings in a loss to the Tribe on Saturday. The Indians have opened the season in a clear hitting slump, so I’m taking his performance with a grain of salt right now. Last year Odorizzi was an unremarkable 7-10 with a 4.49 ERA. The starters are a “wash,” but I do definitely feel that “home field” will play a major factor in the final outcome. Key Trends: - Minnesota is notorious for having letdowns in this spot, going just 26-29 (-3.4 units) in its last 55 after having won four of its last five games. - Philadelphia is 27-11 (+8.3 units) as a favorite of -150 or more. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, lay the price with confidence! |
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04-03-19 | Brewers v. Reds -111 | Top | 1-0 | Loss | -111 | 18 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cincinnati Reds. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Reds starter Luis Castillo. He’s 2-1 with a 3.08 ERA and 3 K’s and seven walks spanning 26 1/3 lifetime innings vs. the Brewers. He was sharp in a no-decision vs. the Pirates in his first start of the year, striking out eight over 5 2/3’s innings in a no-decision. The Brewers counter with second year pro Freddy Peralta, who showed a lot of promise last season, but who gave up four runs off six hits with three walks and three K’s in a loss to the Cards in his debut. Key Trends: - The Brewers are just 2-9 in their last 11 on the road following a three-games or more unbeaten streak. - Cincinnati is a money-making 51-46 (+5.2 units) at home when the money line is between +125 and -125. The verdict: Castillo is the difference in my opinion. Great value on the hungry home side! |
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04-02-19 | Diamondbacks v. Padres -104 | Top | 8-5 | Loss | -104 | 29 h 16 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on San Diego Padres. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent form. The Diamondbacks Zack Greinke gave up seven runs off seven hits over 3 2/3’s innings in a loss to the Dodgers in his opener, while the Padres’ Eric Lauer held the Giants scoreless on four hits with three K’s over six innings. Key Trends: - Arizona is just 2-7 in its last one off a win of six runs or more vs. a division rival. - San Diego is 27-22 (+14.1 units) in its last 49 after a loss by six runs or more. The verdict: I think we’re getting a great price here on the “hotter” pitcher. Lay it! |
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04-01-19 | Red Sox -134 v. A's | Top | 0-7 | Loss | -134 | 29 h 9 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Red Sox. The matchup on the mound: Boston produced 24 runs, but went just 1-3 in its 2019 Opening series in Seattle. The A’s opened their campaign in Japan with an 0-2 effort vs. the M’s, but they’d go 3-1 in their most recent home stand vs. the Angels. Oakland’s top notch starting pitching has led the charge, but with Aaron Brooks taking the mound, I look for Boston’s big bats to take advantage. Brooks pitched just three times in MLB last year and he really hasn’t thrown a pitch that’s meant anything since 2015. He’s faced the Red Sox once and he’d give up three runs off six hits over 3 1/3’s innings. Boston counters with David Price, who has gone 4-3 with a 3.31 ERA in ten career starts vs. the A’s. The verdict: This one is based entirely on the starting pitchers for me and in my opinion, Price could/should in fact be a much larger fav in this spot. Lay it! |
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03-31-19 | Braves v. Phillies UNDER 9 | Top | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 24 h 57 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under Braves/Phillies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Pitchers duel. The Phillies have opened up 2-0 to open the year and they’ll be out for the perfect sweep with Jake Arrieta on the mound. The visitors will be desperate to avoid the sweep and they counter with Kevin Wright. But after yesterday’s 8-6 Phillies’ win on Saturday, I’m expecting these competent hurlers to battle deep and for this one to ultimately fall under once it’s all said and done. The match-up on the mound: Wright got destroyed in his final spring tune-up, perhaps getting caught looking ahead to the regular season. But before allowing six runs on four hits over one inning to the Rays, he’d been nearly un-hittable. Despite the “hiccup” he had a strong 18/4 K/BB over 12.2 innings of work (note that he had a 2.51 ERA, 0.82 WHIP and a 28/8 K/W over 28.2 innings at Triple-A before joining the Braves last September as well.) Arrieta has something to prove. He penned a $75 million dollar deal with Philadelphia and then posted a sub-par 3.96 ERA and 1.29 WHIP last season. Arrieta had mixed success in spring, but his 16/4 K/W was definitely encouraging. The verdict: After yesterday’s “slug-fest,” look for these “studs” to throw into the latter frames. Play the under! |
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03-30-19 | Cubs v. Rangers UNDER 10 | Top | 6-8 | Loss | -115 | 30 h 54 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cubs/Rangers under. The Pitchers: Cubs’ Yu Darvish: Darvish spent the first five years of his career as a member of the Rangers. After going 10-12 with a 3.86 ERA in 2017 for the Dodgers, Darvish had an injury plagued 2018 which saw him go just 1-3 with a 4.95 ERA. Darvish had a decent spring and comes in 100% healthy and ready to go. To say this is a “make or break” season for the 32 year old would be an understatement. Rangers’ Edinson Volquez: Volquez will be on a short leash here after Tommy John surgery last year. Last season the veteran was just 4-8 with Miami, despite a respectable 3.99 ERA. Key Trends: - The Cubs have seen the total go under the number in 40 of their last 65 on the road with a money line in the -100 to -150 range. - The Rangers have seen the total go under in ten of 15 after allowing 12 runs or more. The verdict: These teams had a night off on Friday after the Cubs took the first game of this series 12-4 on Thursday. But I think these veterans can battle deep on Saturday night and that will help in ultimately pushing this total under the number once it’s all said and done. Play the under! |
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03-29-19 | Astros -138 v. Rays | Top | 2-4 | Loss | -138 | 29 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Houston Astros. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. For arguments sake, let’s call Gerritt Cole and Charlie Morton a “wash” on the mound tonight. But after their 5-1 Opening Day win on Thursday, I think the Astros carry that momentum over here. Jose Altuve (run, RBI), Michael Brantley (run, RBI) and Yuli Gurriel each had two hits. Key Trends: - The Rays are just 1-4 in their last five vs. a starter with a WHIP less than 1.15. - The Astros are 4-1 in their last five road games vs. a right-handed starter. The verdict: I’m banking on the big bats of the Astros to be the difference maker again today. Lay the price! |
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03-21-19 | Mariners v. A's -120 | Top | 5-4 | Loss | -120 | 14 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the A’s. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. It’s a two-game series in Japan to open the 2019 season. The Mariners took Game 1 9-7 yesterday. Oakland plays with revenge here and I think that veteran Marco Estrada has the advantage over his Japanese 27-year old rookie counterpart, who makes his major league debut here. Key Trends: - Oakland is 7-2 in its last nine trying to revenge a loss vs. an AL opponent in which it allow 9 or more runs in. The verdict: In the second game of the season, I’m banking on Estrada having enough in the tank to help his team move to an even .500. Play on Oakland! |
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10-23-18 | Dodgers v. Red Sox OVER 7.5 | Top | 4-8 | Win | 107 | 19 h 53 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Over 5.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 4-0 in Kershaws last 4 road starts. - The Over is 6-0 in Red Sox last 6 interleague home games versus a left-handed starter. - The Over is 4-0-2 in Sales last 6 starts overall. Verdict: Take Over |
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10-15-18 | Brewers +1.5 v. Dodgers | Top | 4-0 | Win | 100 | 10 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Brewers +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Brewers are 13-3 in their last 16 road games. - The Brewers are 6-1 in Chacin's last 7 road starts. - Three of the last five head to head meetings have been decided by one run. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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10-09-18 | Red Sox v. Yankees OVER 8.5 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -110 | 17 h 42 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Over 8.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 7-1-1 in the Red Sox last 9 overall. - The Over is 6-1 in Yankees last 7 home games. - The Over is 7-1 in the last 8 meetings. Verdict: Take Over |
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10-07-18 | Brewers +1.5 v. Rockies | Top | 6-0 | Win | 100 | 8 h 38 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Brewers +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Brewers are 7-0 in Mileys last 7 starts. - The Rockies are 2-10 in their last 12 playoff games. - The Brewers are 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Colorado. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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10-06-18 | Yankees v. Red Sox OVER 9 | Top | 6-2 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 25 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Over: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 7-0 in the Yankees last 7 road games. - The Over is 6-0-2 in the Red Sox last 8 home games. - The Over is 10-1-1 in the Red Sox last 12 overall. Verdict: Take Over |
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10-05-18 | Indians v. Astros -137 | Top | 2-7 | Win | 100 | 49 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Astros: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the home field is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Astros are 5-0 in Verlander's last five starts. - Justin Verlander struck out an AL Leading 290 batters during the regular season. - Justin Verlander ranked in the top three in the AL with an ERA of 2.52 during the regular season. Verdict: Take Houston |
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10-02-18 | Rockies v. Cubs -135 | Top | 2-1 | Loss | -135 | 8 h 11 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cubs: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the home field is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Rockies are 1-8 in their last 9 playoff games. - The Rockies are 1-4 in their last 5 playoff road games. - The Cubs are 38-13 in Lester's last 51 home starts. Verdict: Take Chicago |
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09-25-18 | Pirates v. Cubs -140 | Top | 6-0 | Loss | -140 | 29 h 45 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cubs: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Pirates are 2-5 in Archers last 7 starts. - The Pirates are 0-4 in Archers last 4 road starts. - The Pirates are 6-21 in their last 27 road games vs. a left-handed starter. Verdict: Take Chicago |
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09-22-18 | Twins v. A's -1.5 | Top | 2-3 | Loss | -117 | 23 h 43 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Athletics -1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between these teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Twins are 18-40 in their last 58 road games. - The Athletics are 5-0 in Fiers' last 5 home starts. - The Twins are 7-20 in the last 27 meetings in Oakland. Verdict: Take Oakland |
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09-15-18 | Mariners v. Angels UNDER 8.5 | Top | 6-5 | Loss | -107 | 13 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Under 8.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Under is 6-2 in the Mariners last 8 overall. - The Under is 5-1 in the Angels last 6 home games. - The Under is 12-4-2 in Heaney's last 18 starts versus teams with a winning record. Verdict: Take Under |
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09-10-18 | Yankees -148 v. Twins | Top | 7-2 | Win | 100 | 20 h 4 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Yankees: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the visiting team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Yankees are 6-1 overall in Happ's last seven starts. - Happ is 7-1 overall in his last eight starts. - The Yankees are 9-1 in their last 10 meetings. Verdict: Take NYY |
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09-08-18 | Dodgers v. Rockies +1.5 | Top | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 28 h 51 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* Game of the Year play on the Rockies +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Rockies are 5-1 in their last 6 overall. - The Rockies are 10-1 in Freeland's last 11 home starts. - The Rockies are 22-9 in their last 31 home games. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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09-01-18 | Pirates v. Braves -137 | Top | 3-5 | Win | 100 | 10 h 33 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* (GOM) play on the Braves: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Braves are 4-0 in Gausman's last four starts. - The Pirates are 0-3 in Archer's last three starts. - The Archer is 1-3 with a 5.77 ERA in his last seven starts. Verdict: Take Atlanta |
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08-30-18 | Diamondbacks v. Dodgers OVER 7.5 | Top | 3-1 | Loss | -115 | 15 h 58 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* (GOY) play on the Over: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 4-1 in Dodgers last 5 overall. - The Over is 7-1 in Hill's last 8 home starts. - The Over is 6-0 in Hill's last 6 starts versus the Diamondbacks. Verdict: Take Over |
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08-29-18 | Nationals v. Phillies -122 | Top | 6-8 | Win | 100 | 13 h 37 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Phillies: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Nationals are 0-8 in Gonzalez's last 8 road starts. - The Phillies are 15-7 in their last 22 home games. - The Nationals are 2-5 in the last 7 meetings in Philadelphia. Verdict: Take Philly |
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08-27-18 | Mets v. Cubs -141 | Top | 4-7 | Win | 100 | 10 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cubs: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Cubs are 5-0 in their last 5 overall. - The Cubs are 41-16 in Lester's last 57 home starts. - The Mets are 0-7 in the last 7 meetings. Verdict: Take Chicago |
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08-26-18 | Yankees v. Orioles OVER 8.5 | Top | 5-3 | Loss | -110 | 11 h 57 m | Show |
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08-25-18 | A's -142 v. Twins | Top | 6-2 | Win | 100 | 15 h 32 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Athletics: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Athletics are 9-1 in their last 10 Saturday games. - The Athletics are 18-8 in their last 26 road games. - The Twins are 3-10 in their last 13 versus the American League West. Verdict: Take Oakland |
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08-19-18 | Dodgers -197 v. Mariners | Top | 12-1 | Win | 100 | 7 h 43 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Dodgers: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the visiting team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Dodgers are 6-1 in their last 7 versus Seattle. - The Dodgers are 10-2 in Kershaw's last 12 starts versus the American League. - The Mariners are 2-6 in their last 8 home games. Verdict: Take LAD |
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08-12-18 | Nationals -136 v. Cubs | Top | 3-4 | Loss | -136 | 9 h 17 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Nats: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the visiting team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Nationals are 10-3 in Scherzer's last 13 starts with 4 days of rest. - The Nationals are 5-1 in Scherzer's last 6 Sunday starts. - The Cubs are 1-4 in their last 5 games versus a starter with a WHIP less than 1.15. Verdict: Take Washington |
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08-11-18 | Dodgers v. Rockies +130 | Top | 2-3 | Win | 130 | 12 h 42 m | Show |
Ricky's 8* play on the Rockies +133: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Rockies are 5-0 in Freelands last 5 home starts. - The Rockies are 14-5 in their last 19 home games. - The Rockies are 6-1 in Freelands last 7 starts. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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07-30-18 | Astros -111 v. Mariners | Top | 0-2 | Loss | -111 | 14 h 42 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Astros: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between these teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Astros are 36-16 in their last 52 road games. - The Astros are 9-2 in Cole's last 11 road starts. - The Astros are 8-1 in the last 9 meetings in Seattle. Verdict: Take Houston |
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07-20-18 | Astros v. Angels +1.5 | Top | 3-1 | Loss | -155 | 10 h 27 m | Show |
Ricky's 8* play on the Angels +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between these two teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Angels are 5-1 in Skaggs' last 6 starts. - The Astros are 1-4 in Keuchel's last 5 road starts versus a team with a winning record. - The Angels are 5-0 in their last 5 games following a loss. Verdict: Take LAA |
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07-15-18 | Yankees v. Indians -125 | Top | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 18 h 7 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Cleveland: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for Cleveland is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Indians are 6-2 in Bauers last 8 home starts. - The Indians are 63-29 in their last 92 home games. - The Indians are 5-2 in Bauers last 7 Sunday starts. Verdict: Take CLE |
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06-29-18 | Brewers -109 v. Reds | Top | 8-2 | Win | 100 | 12 h 37 m | Show |
Ricky's 8* play on the Brewers: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between these teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Brewers are 7-1 in Anderson's last 8 starts during game 2 of a series. - The Reds are 0-4 in Romano's last 4 starts vs. Brewers. - The Brewers are 16-6 in their last 22 road games versus teams with a losing record. Verdict: Take Brewers |
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06-19-18 | Mets v. Rockies -141 | Top | 8-10 | Win | 100 | 31 h 6 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Colorado Rockies: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the Mets starting pitcher is particularly significant. Jason Vargas is 1-3 with a 9.15 ERA in five starts on the road. Key Trends: - The Rockies are 13-6 in Marquezs last 19 starts with 4 days of rest. - The Mets are 1-5 in Vargas' last 6 road starts. - The Mets are 2-5 in the last 7 meetings in Colorado. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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06-16-18 | Mets v. Diamondbacks -156 | Top | 5-1 | Loss | -156 | 17 h 52 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Arizona Diamondbacks: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between these teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Diamondbacks are 7-1 in their last 8 overall. - The Mets are 3-7 in Matz's last 10 road starts. - The Mets are 0-5 in their last 5 games versus a left-handed starter. Verdict: Take Arizona |
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06-08-18 | Diamondbacks -104 v. Rockies | Top | 9-4 | Win | 100 | 12 h 42 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Arizona D'Backs: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between these teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Diamondbacks are 6-1 in their last 7 games following an off day. - The Diamondbacks are 21-8 in Greinke's last 29 starts during game 1 of a series. - The Rockies are 0-4 in their last 4 home games. Verdict: Take Arizona |
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05-28-18 | Reds v. Diamondbacks OVER 9 | Top | 5-12 | Win | 100 | 11 h 33 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Over 8.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for Cinci is particularly significant. Homer Bailey has allowed 13 runs on 30 hits in his last three starts. It gets worse though, as he also walked 10 batters and only pitched a combined 14 2/3 innings in those games. Key Trends: - The Over is 6-0 in Reds last 6 Monday games. - The Over is 3-0-1 in Reds last 4 road games versus teams with a winning home record. - The Over is 6-2-1 in Diamondbacks last 9 after allowing 2 runs or less in their previous game. Verdict: Take Over 8.5 |
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05-27-18 | Mets v. Brewers OVER 9 | Top | 7-8 | Win | 100 | 6 h 53 m | Show |
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05-27-18 | Mets v. Brewers -118 | Top | 7-8 | Win | 100 | 6 h 52 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Brewers -150: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starter for Milwaukee is particularly significant. The Brewers are 6-1 in Chacin's last seven starts. Key Trends: - The Mets are 1-7 in the last 8 meetings in Milwaukee. - The Mets are 0-4 in Wheeler's last 4 starts. - The Brewers are 5-1 in their last 6 home games. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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05-19-18 | Diamondbacks v. Mets +1.5 | Top | 4-5 | Win | 100 | 17 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 8* play on Mets +121: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the struggles of Paul Goldschmidt are particularly significant. He was 0-for-4 yesterday, and he's batting under .100 in May. Key Trends: - The Diamondbacks are 2-8 in Corbins last 10 road starts versus teams with a winning record. - The Diamondbacks are 6-17 in Corbin's last 23 road starts. - The Diamondbacks are 1-8 in their last 9 overall. Verdict: Take NYM +121 |
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05-11-18 | Reds v. Dodgers -1.5 | Top | 6-2 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 3 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Dodgers -1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between these teams is particularly significant. The Dodgers have won the last eight meetings. Key Trends: - The Reds are 9-27 in their last 36 games versus a right-handed starter. - The Dodgers are 10-3 in Maedas last 13 home starts. - The Reds are 14-37 in their last 51 overall. Verdict: Take LA -1.5 |
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05-08-18 | Nationals -117 v. Padres | Top | 4-0 | Win | 100 | 16 h 26 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Nats -125: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between the two teams is particularly significant. The Padres are 0-6 in Richards last 6 starts versys the Nationals. Key Trends: - The Nationals are 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in San Diego. - The Padres are 3-7 in their last 10 home games. - The Nationals are 8-1 in their last 9 overall. Verdict: Take Washington -125 |
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05-05-18 | Indians v. Yankees -124 | Top | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 9 h 53 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the NYY -124: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the Yankees bats are particularly significant. Trevor Bauer and Sonny Gray have similar resumes, cancelling out any real advantage on the mound. The Yankees though lead the majors in scoring, while the Indians have just average numbers offensively. Key Trends: - The Indians are 0-4 in Bauer's last 4 road starts. - The Indians are 19-41 in the last 60 meetings in New York. - The Indians are 0-4 in the last 4 meetings. Verdict: Take New York -124. |
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05-01-18 | Brewers -113 v. Reds | Top | 7-6 | Win | 100 | 12 h 37 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Brewers -113: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for Cinci is particularly significant. Homer Bailey is 1-7 with an ERA over 8.00 at home since 2015. Key Trends: - The Brewers are 5-1 in Anderson's last 6 road starts. - The Reds are 7-19 in Bailey's last 26 starts. - The Reds are 5-16 in their last 21 home games. Verdict: Take Brewers -113 |
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04-30-18 | Phillies -135 v. Marlins | Top | 4-8 | Loss | -135 | 18 h 41 m | Show |
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04-29-18 | Yankees +100 v. Angels | Top | 2-1 | Win | 100 | 9 h 28 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Yankees +102: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between these teams is particularly significant. The Yankees are 16-7 in the last 23 meetings between the two teams. Key Trends: - The Yankees are 8-0 in their last 8 overall. - The Angels are 1-7 in their last 8 home games. - The Yankees are 4-1 in Sabathia's last 5 starts with 4 days of rest. Verdict: Take NYY +102 |
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04-14-18 | Angels v. Royals UNDER 8 | Top | 5-3 | Push | 0 | 14 h 41 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Under 8: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitchers for tonight's game are particularly signifcant. The Angels send ace Garrett Richards to the mound (1-0, 4.20 ERA), and the Royals counter with Jakob Junis who has yet to concede a run (2-0, 0.00 ERA). Key Trends: - The Under is 9-2 in Royals last 11 overall. - The Under is 5-1 in Royals last 6 games verssus a right-handed starter. - The Under is 6-2-1 in the last 9 meetings. Verdict: Take Under 8 |
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04-11-18 | Yankees v. Red Sox OVER 8 | Top | 10-7 | Win | 100 | 13 h 20 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on Over 8: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the Yankees history of hitting David Price is particularly significant. New York's lineup has hit .320 with seven home runs and 34 RBIs in 247 at bats against Price. Key Trends: - The Over is 6-1 in Yankees last 7 overall. - The Over is 5-2 in Price's last 7 starts versus the Yankees. - The Over is 6-1 in Yankees last 7 versus the American League East. Verdict: Take Over 8 |
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