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Date | Match Up | Rating | Score | Result | Profit | Lead Time | Analysis |
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05-04-19 | Cardinals +110 v. Cubs | 5-6 | Loss | -100 | 26 h 5 m | Show | |
Ricky’s 8* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. I think that Michael Wacha and Yu Darvish are evenly matched here. Neither has gotten out to a great start to 2019, but each comes in off one of their better overall efforts. After yesterday’s 4-0 defeat though, I like the Cards to bounce back in the second game. Key Trends: - St. Louis is 10-6 in all day games. - The Cards are already a perfect 3-0 this year after two or more consecutive losses. - Chicago is only 4-11 (-12.8 units) in its last 15 after allowing one goal or less. The verdict: Look for Darvish to stumble vs. this hungry/difficult opponent. Play on the Cardinals! |
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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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05-03-19 | Cardinals +104 v. Cubs | 0-4 | Loss | -100 | 22 h 4 m | Show | |
Ricky’s 8* 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. - Cubs starters Kyle Hendricks. He’s struggling this year, so far with a 1-4, 5.33 ERA record. While he’s had success against the Cards in the past, that was then and this is now. Cards’ starter Joe Flaherty is 3-1 with a 4.06 ERA and he comes in on top form after going seven shutout innings in a 5-2 win over the Reds on Sunday. Key Trends: - St. Louis is 10-5 in all day games this year. - The Cards are 17-9 vs. right-handers - The Cubs are already just 3-4 this year after four or more consecutive road games. The verdict: I like Flaherty to continue his red hot start. Great value on the surging visiting side and what I feel to be the superior starter! |
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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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04-25-19 | 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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04-25-19 | Marlins v. Phillies -181 | 3-1 | Loss | -181 | 27 h 16 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. The Phillies broke a four-game slide with a 6-0 win last night in New York and I think they keep the foot on the gas here. Caleb Smith has been “lights out” for the Marlins and while Aaron Nola has struggled to start 2019, he comes in off a start in which he gave up no runs over six innings vs. Colorado on Saturday and there’s no reason not to hunk that the Philadelphia “ace” won’t be able to build here. The Marlins have been anemic offensively, especially on the road. I think this line could/should in fact be larger. Key Trends: - Miami is just 18-47 (-16.4 units) the L2 years as a road dog. - The Phillies are 8-4 at home. - Philadelphia is 10-7 vs. the division. The verdict: Expect the Phillies’ hard-hitting line-up to be the difference here. Lay the price! |
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04-25-19 | Braves v. Reds -136 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 27 h 51 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. A pretty obvious “key angle” for this game, but I love the hard-throwing right-hander in this matchup. Castillo (2-1, 1.47 ERA) will be opposed by Julio Teheran (2-2, 5.61). Note that since August 1st, 2018 Castillo is 5-2 with a 1.27 ERA. So far he’s not given up more than two runs or four hits in any of his five starts. Teheran gave up five runs off seven hits over four innings in a loss to the Tribe in his latest outing. Key Trends: - Atlanta is just 1-4 (-2.5 units) this year as a road dog in the +125 to +175 range. - The Reds are interestingly 4-1 (+3.1 units) vs. the NL East. The verdict: No need to over think, I believe we’re getting great value on the superior starter in this matchup. Lay the price! |
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04-24-19 | Mariners v. Padres -159 | 0-1 | Win | 100 | 23 h 20 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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. - Felix Hernandez’s road issues. The King has dominated the Padres throughout his career, especially at Petco Park. However that was a long time ago. Hernandez is 1-1 with a 4.91 ERA this season, including 0-0 with a 7.71 ERA on the road. Last year he was 8-13 with a 5.64 ERA, including only 4-8 with a 6.97 ERA on the road. Padres’ rookie Chris Paddack is 0-1 with a 2.25 ERA and over his first 20 frames of work he’s allowed six runs on nine hits with 21 K’s for a tiny .134 opponents batting average and a 0.800 WHIP. The verdict: The Padres are 3-1 in Paddacks first four starts, but he’s yet to actually earn a victory himself. Expect that to change today. Lay the 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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04-23-19 | Phillies v. Mets -122 | 0-9 | Win | 100 | 29 h 10 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the New York Mets. 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. - Historical success for Mets’ starter Zach Wheeler vs. the Phillies. That’s going to be my “key angle” in this contest. Both Philadelphia starter Zach Eflin and Mets’ starting pitcher Zach Wheeler have gotten out to somewhat lacklustre starts. Wheeler (1-2, 6.35 ERA) though comes in of his best start of the young season, holding Philadelphia to three runs over seven innings. In the end he lost 3-2. Wheeler though is 4-2 with a 3.67 ERA in 11 starts vs. the Phillies throughout his career. Eflin (2-2, 3.68) gave up three runs over six innings in a no-decision to the Rockies on Thursday. Eflin though is only 2-3 with a 5.25 ERA in seven career outings vs. New York. I think a very fair price on the Mets here as they build of yesterday’s 5-1 series opening victory. Key Trends: - Philadelphia is just 44-86 (-21.6 units) the L2 years as a road dog. - New York is 8-5 in all night games this season. The verdict: I like Wheeler to get back on track and take advantage of this suddenly struggling Phillies’ line-up. Lay the short price! |
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04-23-19 | Diamondbacks v. Pirates -131 | 2-1 | Loss | -131 | 29 h 5 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Pittsburgh Pirates. 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 handicapping mainly comes down to the starting pitching and in this case, I do think that Trevor Wiliams (1-0, 2.59 ERA) has a decided advantage over his counterpart Luke Weaver (1-1, 3.92) on the mound today. Weaver was one good start and one bad start to open 2019. Last year he was 7-11 with a 5.01 ERA. Williams gave up two runs to the Tigers on Wednesday and the Pirates have won all four of his starts, posting a .225 opposing batting average and he’s walked only five batters. After yesterday’s 12-4 series opening loss though, Pittsburgh has lost seven straight at home in this series. Enough is enough! Key Trends: - Arizona is still just 70-86 (-17.2 units) the L2 years vs. teams with winning records. - Pittsburgh is still 6-3 at home this year. - The Pirates are 8-5 vs. right-handed starters. The verdict: Revenge (x7!) The better pitcher and strong trends working in its favor. I’m laying the short price on the Pirates! |
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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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04-20-19 | 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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04-20-19 | Giants v. Pirates -155 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 24 h 13 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Pittsburgh Pirates. 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. Key Trends: Analysis posted shortly. |
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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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04-18-19 | Phillies v. Rockies +101 | 2-6 | Win | 101 | 28 h 18 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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. - Zach Eflin’s road record in Colorado. He’s 1-2 with a 9.20 ERA in three career starts in Colorado. Both Eflin and Kyle Freeland had decent season debuts, but since then each has struggled considerable. Note though that Freeland was an impressive 10-2 with a 2.40 ERA at home last year, which is saying something obviously considering it’s Coors Field we’re talking about. Key Trends: - The Phillies are just 8-12 (-4.9 units) in their last 20 off a one run victory over a division rival. - The Rockies are 22-12 (+18.3 units) in their last 34 off an upset win over a division rival as an underdog. The verdict: I like Freeland to get the better of Eflin. Great value on the one side in my opinion! |
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04-18-19 | Blue Jays v. Twins -165 | 7-4 | Loss | -165 | 21 h 48 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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. - Michael Pineda. The Jays took the first two games of this series, but the Twins bounced back with a victory on Wednesday. With a chance to earn the split and with the superior starter (in my opinion) on the hill, I think the home side gets the job done here. Clay Buccholz has been decent in the early going for Toronto, but this will be a tough test for him. Twins’ starter Pineda though has walked just two batters over 15 innings this year, while striking out 15. Key Trends: - Toronto is still just 3-6 on the road this season. - The Jays are 48-65 the L2 years after three or more straight road games. - The Twins are 60-41 the L2 years as a home favorite of -110 or higher. The verdict: I like Pineda in this matchup. Lay the price with confidence! |
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04-17-19 | Indians -132 v. Mariners | 1-0 | Win | 100 | 26 h 4 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. - Favorable pitching matchup for Indians’ starter Carlos Carrasco. Yes Carrasco has gotten out to a terrible 1-2, 12.60 ERA record, but I think it’s too early to push the panic button for the Indians’ ace. Carrasco had a 2.62 ERA on the road last year and he gets a favorable matchup facing Eric Swanson (0-0, 9.00), who makes his first start of the year. Key Trends: - Cleveland is 4-1 this year vs. teams with winning records. - The Mariners are 22-35 (-8.3 units) the L2 years as a home underdog. The verdict: The M’s are in “free fall” right now. Look for Carrasco to step up and take advantage! Lay the price! |
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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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04-14-19 | 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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04-12-19 | Angels v. Cubs -153 | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 23 h 35 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. - Mike Trout injured. The Halos have won six straight, but they hit the road without slugger Mike Trout for at least one game. That’s significant in this otherwise evenly matched contest. I’ll look for Cole Hamels to build off his first win of the year and I look for the vet to slow down the surging visiting side. Key Trends: - LA is 76-92 (-6.4 units) the L2 years on the road, including just 1-5 this season. - The Cubs are 11-5 (+6.3 units) in their last 16 after having lost six or seven of their last eight games. The verdict: I think the Angels struggle in the first game of this National League format. 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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04-11-19 | Dodgers v. Cardinals +125 | 7-11 | Win | 125 | 23 h 9 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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 Cards have won the first three games of this series and four straight overall. Let’s call the starters, Walker Buehler and Michael Wacha, a “wash” in this one. I think that the Dodgers’ hot start is definitely over and I look for the surging Cardinals to keep the foot on the gas here with another solid win. Key Trends: - LA is a poor 16-19 (-18.7 units) in its last 35 after three or more consecutive losses. - St. Louis is 17-11 (+4.5 units) in its last 28 after allowing two runs or less in two straight games. The verdict: Great line value for sure here. Play on Wacha and the home side! |
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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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04-10-19 | Padres v. Giants +100 | 3-1 | Loss | -100 | 23 h 38 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the San Francisco Giants. 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. - Improved offense. For arguments sakes, let’s call Rodriguez and Margevicius a “wash” in this one. San Francisco’s bats are finally waking up after a slow start to the season, scoring five runs in Monday’s loss and seven runs in Tuesday’s win. Key Trends: - San Diego is just 3-4 (-1.2 units) already vs. right-handed starters. - San Francisco is 42-30 (+16.9 units) in its last 73 after having lost six of their last seven eight games. The verdict: I think the Giants are the correct call, the very definition of “great line value” in my professional opinion! |
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04-10-19 | Rays -139 v. White Sox | 9-1 | Win | 100 | 22 h 9 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Tampa Bay Rays. 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. Starting pitching. Two key “angles” working in favor of Tampa today. The Rays are looking for a sweep of the struggling White Sox today and they have to be feeling confident sending Tyler Glasnow to the hill, as he’s given up just one run over 11 innings of work this year for a Rays team which is now 9-3 to open 2019 (interesting to note that the Rays are 45-22 since August 1st, the best record in MLB in that span.) The home side goes with Reynaldo Lopez, who is 0-1 with a 10.00 ERA over three starts. Key Trends: - Tampa is already 3-1 on the road this season. - The White Sox are only 34-52 the L2 years as a home dog of +125 or higher. The verdict: With the above two “key angles” firmly working in favor of the Rays in this one, I absolutely believe that the visitors are well worth the price of admission in this particular matchup. Lay it! |
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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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04-09-19 | Nationals v. Phillies -120 | 10-6 | Loss | -120 | 27 h 31 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* 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. last year the Nats’ Stephen Strasburg was 10-7 with a 3.74 ERA overall, but Phillies’ starter Aaron Nola, who was 17-6 with a 2.37 ERA last season, was dominant at home. After an uncharacteristic slow start to the year, I think Nola uses friendly confines to produce his best effort thus far. Nola allowed three homers in the Nation’s capital last week, but he gets his revenge here at home. Key Trends: - Washington is already a money-burning 2-4 (-2.2 units) this season when the money line in the contest is set between -125 and +125. - Philadelphia is 61-35 (+14.5 units) the L2 years as a home favorite of -110 or higher. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Lay the reasonable price! |
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04-09-19 | Marlins v. Reds -152 | 0-14 | Win | 100 | 26 h 8 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. - Luis Castillo. MLB handicapping comes down to the starting (primarily) and in this case, I definitely feel that Luis Castillo could/should in fact be a much larger favorite here. Marlins’ starter Jose Urena is 0-2 with a 10.38 ERA, having given up ten earned runs over his first 8.2 innings of work. Castillo is 0-1 with a 1.42 ERA and he has 20 K’s over his first 15 frames. Key Trends: - Miami is 51-93 (-15.4 units) the L2 years as a road dog. - The Reds are a money-making 19-17 (+5.4 units) in their last 36 when playing with a day off. The verdict: Expect home field to be a major advantage between these two struggling clubs. Lay the price! |
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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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04-07-19 | Yankees v. Orioles +157 | 15-3 | Loss | -100 | 22 h 10 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Baltimore Orioles. 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. - Injuries catch up to the Yanks. Coming into this series the Yankees had struggled at the plate, mostly due to injury issues. New york though has come alive over the first two games of this series, smashing seven homers and scoring 14 runs. But I think the home side offers great value here to bounce back and salvage the finale. These young starters (Yankees go with Domingo German, 1-0, 0.00 ERA, while the Orioles turn to David Hess, 1-0, 0.00 ERA) are a wash in my opinion. But I think the injuries to sluggers Giancarlo Stanton and Didi Gregorius finally catch up to The Evil Empire this afternoon. Key Trends: - The Yanks are still just 3-4 (-7.6 units) this year as a favorite of -150 or higher. - Baltimore is still 4-2 (+6.9 units) this season as an underdog of +150 or more. The verdict: Look for the hungry home side to find a way to get the job done at the end of the afternoon. Great value on the Orioles! |
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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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04-06-19 | Padres v. Cardinals -122 | 6-4 | Loss | -122 | 22 h 10 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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 Michael Wacha’s history of success vs. the Friars. Padres rookie Chris Paddack looked great in his first start of the year, but clearly he faces a stiff challenge in this difficult road venue. Wacha has “owned” the Padres over the years, going 3-0 with a 2.32 ERA in five career starts, holding them to nine runs on 24 hits with 20 K’s spanning 31 frames of work. Key Trends: - San Diego is 64-72 (-7.2 units) the L2 years (including 1-2, -1.5 units this year) when the obey line in the contest is set between -125 and +125. - St. Louis is 85-65 in its last 150 with a money line between -100 and -150. The verdict: I like Wacha to continue his success at home vs. the Padres. Lay the price! |
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04-06-19 | Reds v. Pirates -123 | 5-6 | Win | 100 | 22 h 30 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Pittsburgh Pirates. 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 here on what I think is the much “hotter” pitcher. The Pirates’ Trevor Williams is 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA to open the year, while the Reds’ Tanner Roark is trying to find his footing for his new team, opening 0-0 with a 6.23 ERA. Williams faced the Reds in his only game this year just last week and held them to three hits over six scoreless with six K’s, while also driving in two runs in the 5-0 victory. Key Trends: - The Reds are just 53-73 (-11 units) the L2 years in all “day” games. - The Pirates are 37-22 (+6.6 units) the L2 years as a home fav in the -125 to -175 range. The verdict: In my professional opinion, this line could/should easily be much larger. Play on the Pirates! |
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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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04-05-19 | Padres v. Cardinals -147 | 5-3 | Loss | -147 | 48 h 34 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. Key Trends: Analysis posted shortly. |
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04-04-19 | Cubs +108 v. Braves | 4-9 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 16 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. - Make or break. For both the Chicago Cubs and starter Yu Darvish. Darvish is coming off an injury plagued first year with Chicago and he owns a 5.65 ERA with it overall. Darvish is coming off a poor opening start and he’ll try to take advantage of Max Fried (0-0, 0.00 ERA), who makes his first start of the year. The Cubs let a late 4-2 advantage go to waste late last night, but I expect them to salvage the finale of this three-game set. Key Trends: - Chicago is still 45-23 (+13.3 units) in its last 78 after a loss by two runs or less. - The Braves are a poor 41-44 (-13.5 units) in their last 85 as a home favorite in the -100 to -150 range. The verdict: I like Darvish to out duel his counterpart and for the hungry Cubs to step up and deliver some production. Play on Chicago! |
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04-04-19 | Blue Jays v. Indians -160 | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 25 h 29 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. - Indians’ pitcher Trevor Bauer. For the most part MLB handicapping comes down to the starting pitching Aaron Sanchez went 5 2/3’s scoreless vs. the Tigers in his debut, but the book is still out on the hard-throwing right-hander after back-to-back injury plagued campaigns. The Indians’ Bauer was 12-6 with a 2.21 ERA last year and he gave up one run and one walk over seven frames with nine K’s in a no-decision vs. the Twins in his 2019 opener. Key Trends: - Toronto is just 18-36 (-10.1 units) the last two years as a road dog in the +125 to +175 range. - The Indians are interestingly 62-36 in their last 98 after three consecutive games vs. a division rival. The verdict: I think the “light-hitting” Jays have met their match today in Bauer. Look for the hungry home side to find a way to get the job done and lay the price with confidence! |
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04-04-19 | Nationals v. Mets -127 | 4-0 | Loss | -127 | 20 h 29 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the New York Mets. 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. - Atrocious bullpen play. Stephen Strasburg and Noah Syndergaard have already squared off against each other and both looked poor, allowing four runs over six innings. However the Nationals’ bullpen has been a disaster of late, as the combination of Trevor Rosenthal, Tony Sipp and Kyle Barraclough have combined for a 24.75 ERA over five innings of work this year. Key Trends: - Washington is a poor 60-63 (-29.8 units) the last two years in all “day” games. - New York is 3-0 (+3.3 units) in its last three after sweeping a three game series on the road vs. a division rival. The verdict: I like Syndergaard to get the job done at home. Lay the price! |
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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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04-02-19 | Red Sox -163 v. A's | 0-1 | Loss | -163 | 29 h 14 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. - Slow start needs to end! Enough is enough for the Red Sox! Chris Sale was also torched by the Mariners in his opening start (uncharacteristically was shelled for three home runs. To be fair, the M’s are hitting the cover off the ball right now and they also crushed A’s starter Mike Fiers in Japan in his first start as well.) After starting 1-4, I think the visitors “come to play” with their bonafide “ace” on the hill. Key Trends: - Boston is 27-14 (+9.8 units) in its last 41 after having lost three of its last four games. - Oakland is just 4-8 (-4.9 units) after allowing one run or less in two straight games. The verdict: After signing a massive contract last month and following his terrible 2019 opener, I look for the flame-thrower Sale to settle down here and easily out duel his volatile counterpart. Lay the price with confidence! |
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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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04-01-19 | Cubs v. Braves +102 | 0-8 | Win | 102 | 26 h 13 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Atlanta Braves. The matchup on the mound: Both teams have not gotten out to the starts that they’d have liked to, as Chicago is 1-2, while ATL is 0-3. I don’t think that the home field advantage can be overlooked as a very real deciding factor in this particular matchup. The Cubs turn to Kyle Hendricks, who was 14-11 with a 3.44 ERA in 2018, while the home side counters with Sean Newcomb, who was 12-9 with a 3.90 ERA. Newcomb faced Chicago once last year and received a no-decision after giving up two earned runs over 5 1/3’s innings, posting seven K’s and four walks. Hendricks hasn’t faced the Braves since 2017. The verdict: Both of these starters come in off poor spring showings, but after going winless in their first series, I think the Braves find a way to get the job done here. Great overall line value on the hungry home side! |
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04-01-19 | Brewers v. Reds -119 | 4-3 | Loss | -119 | 26 h 43 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Cincinnati Reds. The matchup on the mound: After winning three of four over the Cardinals to open the year, I think the Brewers will take a step back on the road vs. the 1-1 Reds. Milwaukee hands the ball to Zach Davies, who is 33-25 with a pedestrian 4.04 ERA over his last four seasons of work. Note that he was just 2-7 with a 4.77 ERA over 13 starts last year. The Reds trot out the newly acquired Tanner Roark, who after seven seasons has posted a respectable 3.59 ERA. Note that he’s 4-2 lifetime vs. Milwaukee with a 2.68 ERA. The verdict: Christian Yellich has been a monster for the Brewers early, but many Reds have had success vs. Davies, including Jose Peraza (5 for 15 with a home run), Scott Schebler (4 for 11 with two dingers) and Joey Votto (9 for 23 with a homer.) I like Roark here. Lay the short price! |
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04-01-19 | Tigers v. Yankees -210 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 26 h 38 m | Show | |
Ricky's 6* play on the Yankees. The matchup on the mound: No upsets here as I think the Yanks’ could easily be much larger favs. Detroit’s Tyson Ross: Ross opens as the fifth starter in the rotation for his new team. Ross had a terrible spring, giving up 15 runs over 21 innings of work. The Yanks’ counter with Domingo German, who was 2-6 with a 5.57 ERA as a starter for New York last season. He was much better as a reliever, posting a 3.12 ERA over 17.1 innings to go along with a sharp 11.9 K/9. The verdict: German is being forced into a starters role out of necessity, but I still think he brings more to the table here than his counterpart. I’ll lay the price and expect New York’s sluggers to be the difference in the end! |
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03-31-19 | Mets v. Nationals -130 | 5-6 | Win | 100 | 18 h 29 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Washington Nationals. 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. Better pitcher? I think so anyways. Clearly the Nationals are going to be eager to “get off the schneid” after starting the season 0-2 to the Mets. Wheeler was excellent last year, but I like Phil Corbrin in this spot. Match-up on the mound: Wheeler is 4-8 with a 4.37 ERA vs. Washington. Corbin is only 1-4 with a 5.10 ERA lifetime against the Mets. Corbin has come over from the Diamondbacks after being their for six years and he’d finish 11-7 with a 3.17 ERA overall last season. Overall Corbin finished with a very respectable 19:3 K:W over 24 spring innings. Wheeler on the other hand was crushed in his final spring tune up, giving up five runs, including three home runs. Overall he’d finish spring with a 10:4 K/W and a poor 4.80 ERA. The verdict: I think this is a great price on a desperate home side and a pitcher with something to prove. Lay it with confidence! |
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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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03-28-19 | Red Sox -180 v. Mariners | 4-12 | Loss | -180 | 34 h 43 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Boston Red Sox. Pitcher Breakdown: The Red Sox’ Chris Sale: He’s been the cream of the crop in the AL for a long time. 17-8 with a 2.90 ERA in 2017, followed by a 12-4, 2.11 ERA record in 2018. Sale has just signed a five year $145 million contract. The Mariners’ Marco Gonzales: Just 1-1 with a 6.08 ERA in 2017, he improved dramatically for the M’s last year with a 13-9, 4.00 ERA. Gonzalez gave up four runs off seven hits while striking out four over six innings in a fortunate win over the A’s on Wednesday in Japan. The verdict: I think Sale is on a mission this year and I look for him to easily out duel his volatile counterpart. Lay it! |
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03-28-19 | Tigers v. Blue Jays -137 | 2-0 | Loss | -137 | 30 h 13 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Toronto Blue Jays. Pitcher Breakdown: The Tigers’ Jordan Zimmermann: Back to back poor years for the veteran, going 8-13 with a 6.08 ERA in 2017, before a slightly better 7-8, 4.52 ERA record in 2018. Zimmermann finished Spring training with a 4.73 ERA and he hasn’t posted an ERA below 4.53 in three years with the Tigers. Blue Jays’ Marcus Stroman: He was 13-9 with a 3.09 ERA in 2017, but an injury plagued 2018 saw him take a step back with a 4-9, 5.54 ERA. Stroman was dominant this Spring, posting a 2.19 ERA and 13:1 K:BB over 12.1 spring frames. The verdict: This one comes down to Stroman for me. I don’t think he’s getting nearly enough respect here. Stroman himself feels slighted by the Blue Jays organization for not signing him to a long-term contract. Stroman is throwing with a chip on his shoulder on opening day and I think that’ll be more than enough to get the better of his shaky counterpart. Lay it! |
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03-28-19 | Braves v. Phillies -181 | 4-10 | Win | 100 | 30 h 41 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Philadelphia Phillies. Pitcher Breakdown: Braves’ Julio Teheran: Teheran’s 3.94 ERA last year was fortunate considering his 4.83 FIP. Teheran gets the nod on opening day only because Mike Foltynewicz is out for a few more weeks with elbow injury. Phillies’ Aaron Nola: He was 17-6 with a 2.37 ERA last season, easily his campaign of his four year pro career. The verdict: More key trends and angles will evolve quite quickly as soon as the season gets underway, but on opening day I like Nola to come out prepared here for the new loo Phillies, who will also be looking to get a big boost from slugger Bryce Harper to open the season. I’m laying the price with confidence! |
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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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10-28-18 | Red Sox v. Dodgers -132 | 5-1 | Loss | -132 | 8 h 20 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the LAD: 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 Dodgers are 18-6 in their last 24 home games. - The Dodgers are 73-24 in Kershaw's last 97 starts. - The Dodgers are 42-11 in Kershaw's last 53 home starts. Verdict: Take LAD |
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10-27-18 | Red Sox v. Dodgers -157 | 9-6 | Loss | -157 | 4 h 2 m | Show | |
Ricky's 10* play on the LAD: 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 Dodgers are 4-1 in their last 5 playoff home games. - The Dodgers are 17-5 in their last 22 home games. - The Dodgers are 6-1 in Hill's last 7 home starts. Verdict: Take LAD |
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10-26-18 | Red Sox v. Dodgers -151 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 19 h 43 m | Show | |
Ricky's 10* play on the LAD: 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 Dodgers are 7-3 in Buehlers last 10 home starts. - The Dodgers are 4-0 in Buehlers last 4 interleague starts. - The Home team is 6-0 in umpire Barrett's last 6 Friday games behind home plate in Los Angeles. Verdict: Take LAD |
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10-24-18 | Dodgers v. Red Sox -136 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 6 h 37 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Red Sox are 5-0 in their last 5 playoff games. - The Red Sox are 7-1 in their last 8 World Series home games. - The Red Sox are 21-6 in Prices last 27 home starts. Verdict: Take Boston |
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10-18-18 | Red Sox v. Astros -183 | 4-1 | Loss | -183 | 8 h 12 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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 starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Astros are 4-0 in Verlander's last 4 home starts. - The Astros are 7-0 in Verlander's last 7 starts. - The Astros are 10-3 in their last 13 playoff home games. Verdict: Take Houston |
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10-17-18 | Brewers v. Dodgers -173 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 4 h 45 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the LAD: 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 Dodgers are 9-3 in their last 12 playoff home games. - The Dodgers are 16-5 in their last 21 home games. - The Dodgers are 72-23 in Kershaws last 95 starts. Verdict: Take LAD |
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10-13-18 | Astros v. Red Sox -117 | 7-2 | Loss | -117 | 67 h 20 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Red Sox are 45-18 in their last 63 home games. - The Red Sox are 11-1 in Sales last 12 starts on grass. - The Red Sox are 6-1 in Sale's last 7 home starts. Verdict: Take Boston |
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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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10-03-18 | A's v. Yankees -170 | 2-7 | Win | 100 | 7 h 13 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* 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 home field is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Yankees are 22-4 in Severino's last 26 home starts. - The Yankees are 6-0 in their last 6 playoff home games. - The Athletics are 1-6 in their last 7 playoff road games. Verdict: Take NYY |
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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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10-01-18 | Rockies v. Dodgers -160 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 6 h 26 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the LAD: 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 Dodgers are 5-1 in their last 6 home games. - The Rockies are 0-4 in the last 4 meetings in Los Angeles. - The Rockies are 0-4 in the last 4 meetings. Verdict: Take LAD |
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09-30-18 | Nationals v. Rockies -166 | 0-12 | Win | 100 | 4 h 43 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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 starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Rockies are 35-16 in their last 51 home games. - The Rockies are 22-8 in their last 30 games versus a right-handed starter. - The Rockies are 20-7 in their last 27 home games versus a right-handed starter. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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09-28-18 | Nationals v. Rockies -176 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 11 h 21 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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 starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Nationals are 0-4 in their last 4 Friday games. - The Rockies are 30-11 in their last 41 home games. - The Rockies are 12-1 in Freeland's last 13 home starts. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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09-27-18 | Pirates v. Cubs -154 | 0-3 | Win | 100 | 8 h 23 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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 8-22 in their last 30 road games versus a left-handed starter. - The Cubs are 36-16 in Lesters last 52 starts. - The Cubs are 38-14 in Lesters last 52 home starts. Verdict: Take Chicago |
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09-26-18 | A's -103 v. Mariners | 9-3 | Win | 100 | 19 h 24 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 4-0 in Jackson's last 4 road starts. - The Mariners are 1-8 in Hernandez's last 9 starts. - The Mariners are 0-4 in their last 4 games versus a right-handed starter. Verdict: Take Oakland |
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09-26-18 | Phillies v. Rockies -176 | 0-14 | Win | 100 | 18 h 53 m | Show | |
Ricky's 6* play on the 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 starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Phillies are 10-25 in their last 35 overall. - The Phillies are 1-4 in Pivetta's last 5 road starts. - The Rockies are 28-11 in their last 39 home games. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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09-26-18 | Brewers +103 v. Cardinals | 2-1 | Win | 103 | 16 h 25 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 starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Brewers are 5-1 in their last 6 overall. - The Brewers are 4-1 in Chacins last 5 road starts. - The Brewers are 10-4 in the last 14 meetings in St. Louis. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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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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09-20-18 | Phillies v. Braves -147 | 3-8 | Win | 100 | 24 h 2 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Atlanta 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 history between these teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Phillies are 1-8 in Velasquez's last 9 road starts. - The Braves are 4-0 in Gausman's last 4 home starts. - The Braves are 6-1 in Gausman's last 7 starts. Verdict: Take ATL. |
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09-20-18 | Angels v. A's -118 | 3-21 | Win | 100 | 6 h 13 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Oakland 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. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Athletics are 29-10 in their last 39 home games. - The Athletics are 5-1 in Jackson's last 6 home starts. - The Angels are 6-20 in their last 26 road games versus teams with a winning record. Verdict: Take Oakland |
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09-19-18 | Reds v. Brewers -162 | 0-7 | Win | 100 | 5 h 1 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 starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Reds are 7-21 in their last 28 road games. - The Reds are 8-20 in their last 28 games versus a right-handed starter. - The Brewers are 8-4 in their last 12 home games. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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09-18-18 | Reds v. Brewers -185 | 3-1 | Loss | -185 | 6 h 49 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* 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 starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Reds are 6-21 in their last 27 road games. - The Reds are 7-20 in their last 27 games versus a right-handed starter. - The Brewers are 8-3 in their last 11 home games. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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09-18-18 | Cardinals v. Braves -135 | 8-1 | Loss | -135 | 10 h 59 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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 Cardinals are 2-5 in their last 7 during game 2 of a series. - The Braves are 5-1 in their last 6 Tuesday games. - The Cardinals are 1-4 in the last 5 meetings. Verdict: Take Atlanta |
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09-17-18 | Rockies v. Dodgers -157 | 2-8 | Win | 100 | 7 h 17 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the LAD: 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 Dodgers are 10-4 in Ryu's last 14 home starts. - The Dodgers are 7-3 in their last 10 home games. - The Rockies are 1-4 in their last 5 games following a win. Verdict: Take LAD |
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09-17-18 | Cubs v. Diamondbacks -125 | 5-1 | Loss | -125 | 7 h 48 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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 starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Diamondbacks are 4-0 in Corbins last 4 home starts. - The Diamondbacks are 5-1 in Corbins last 6 starts vs. Cubs. - The Diamondbacks are 7-3 in Corbins last 10 starts. Verdict: Take Arizona |
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09-16-18 | Diamondbacks v. Astros -186 | 4-5 | Win | 100 | 1 h 14 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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 starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Astros are 6-1 in their last 7 home games. - The Astros are 19-7 in their last 26 overall. - The Diamondbacks are 8-18 in their last 26 interleague road games. Verdict: Take Houston |
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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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09-05-18 | Reds v. Pirates -187 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 8 h 22 m | Show | |
Ricky's 6* play on the Pirates: 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 Reds are 0-6 in Bailey's last 6 road starts. - The Reds are 2-9 in Bailey's last 11 starts versus the Pirates. - The Reds are 3-10 in their last 13 overall. Verdict: Take Pittsburgh |
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09-03-18 | Yankees v. A's -125 | 3-6 | Win | 100 | 7 h 10 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Yankees are 0-5 in their last 5 road games versus teams with a winning record. - The Home team is 4-0 ATS in their last 4 meetings. - The Athletics are 4-0 in Cahill's last 4 home starts. Verdict: Take Oakland |
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09-03-18 | Cardinals v. Nationals -171 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 4 h 12 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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 home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Nationals are 20-8 in Scherzer's last 28 home starts. - The Nationals are 17-4 in Scherzer's last 21 starts during game 1 of a series. - The Nationals are 8-3 in Scherzers last 11 starts versus the National League Central. Verdict: Take Washington |
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09-01-18 | Reds v. Cardinals -120 | 4-0 | Loss | -120 | 7 h 56 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the 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. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Reds are 7-20 in the last 27 meetings. - The Reds are 1-8 in their last 9 overall. - The Reds are 2-6 in Castillo's last 8 road starts. Verdict: Take St Louis |
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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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08-31-18 | Mets +115 v. Giants | 0-7 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 40 m | Show | |
Ricky's 10* play on the NYM: 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 team's starting pitcher is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Mets are 8-1 in Wheelers last 9 starts. - The Mets are 5-0 in the last 5 meetings in San Francisco. - The are 4-1 in Wheelers last 5 road starts. Verdict: Take NYM |
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08-31-18 | Rockies -120 v. Padres | 0-7 | Loss | -120 | 11 h 32 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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 home team's starting pitcher is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Rockies are 9-3 in their last 12 games versus a right-handed starter. - The Padres are 8-22 in their last 30 home games. - The Padres are 0-4 in Kennedy's last 4 starts. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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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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08-25-18 | 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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08-24-18 | Pirates v. Brewers -127 | 6-7 | Win | 100 | 10 h 55 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 starting pitcher for the visiting team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Brewers are 10-4 in their last 14 home games vs. a right-handed starter. - The Pirates are 1-6 in their last 7 games following a loss. - The Pirates are 2-8 in their last 10 overall. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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08-24-18 | Phillies -126 v. Blue Jays | 2-4 | Loss | -126 | 9 h 46 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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 visiting team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Phillies are 6-1 in Arrieta's last 7 starts when their opponent scores 5 runs or more in their previous game. - The Phillies are 5-0 in their last 5 interleague road games versus teams with a losing record. - The Phillies are 6-2 in their last 8 interleague games. Verdict: Take Philly |
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08-23-18 | A's -157 v. Twins | 4-6 | Loss | -157 | 9 h 21 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* 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. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Athletics are 7-0 in Cahill's last 7 starts. - The Twins are 2-9 in their last 11 versus the American League West. - The Athletics are 27-12 in the last 39 meetings. Verdict: Take Oakland |
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08-23-18 | Padres v. Rockies -162 | 3-4 | Win | 100 | 5 h 35 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the 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 starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Padres are 7-20 in their last 27 games versus a left-handed starter. - The Rockies are 6-0 in Freelands last 6 home starts. - The Rockies are 21-8 in their last 29 home games. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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