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The Astros came through last night. After some wild NLDS action, you've got two clubs in Washington and St. Louis which are pretty darn close. I'm not recommending ANY Series bet on the NLCS. This is a series that screams “Let’s see how this shakes out”. If either team takes a 3-0 lead, then will be the time to risk some money. If you must choose – get out a coin and flip it. Because serious gamblers wouldn’t touch Game 1 of this Series. TV Tommy and addict will need to make a play. Show some DISCIPLINE and keep your bankroll intact for when a good opportunity arises. Will you do that? Probably not. But that’s what I’m doing.
NCAA FOOTBALL
So that leaves us with College Football. The only play I like is a small one on Virginia. Miami is sinking. Remove their GARBAGE game vs Bethune Cookman (Seriously - how does this team get on ANYONES schedule??) and Miami is 1-3 ATS. Their lone win being an opening day cover vs Florida. On paper that looks more impressive than it actually is. That late August game was a prime example of 2 teams not being ready to play and was a complete sloppy mess. Since then they've gone 0-3 ATS vs real college football teams (not including the Bethune joke). Miami looked more like Miami of Ohio when they squeaked by Central Michigan - AT HOME! And remember - Miami can't protect their QB.
Virginia is coming off a road 15-point loss to Notre Dame. Let's face it, the ACC isn't the toughest conference in the NCAA. Not by a long shot. But Virginia is looking like the cream of the crop in the ACC West. I'm frankly stunned Miami is favored in this game. And the line has GROWN! When you look at these two clubs, the only reason I see the Hurricanes as a favorite is because of their ‘name’, reputation, and history. Vegas was built by people looking at team’s “Glory Days” and betting accordingly. Hey, this isn’t the best game of the week, but IMO it’s the best play of the night. Don’t go crazy, but feel confident placing a small bet on Virginia +2.5. I’m going to buy a half point and get this to a magic push number of 3. When I see a matchup where the team I think is going to win the game outright – and I’m catching points – I make a play. Do the same.
VIRGINA +2.5 (consider buying the ½ point)
BOL
Jack
MLB
The Astros came through last night. After some wild NLDS action, you've got two clubs in Washington and St. Louis which are pretty darn close. I'm not recommending ANY Series bet on the NLCS. This is a series that screams “Let’s see how this shakes out”. If either team takes a 3-0 lead, then will be the time to risk some money. If you must choose – get out a coin and flip it. Because serious gamblers wouldn’t touch Game 1 of this Series. TV Tommy and addict will need to make a play. Show some DISCIPLINE and keep your bankroll intact for when a good opportunity arises. Will you do that? Probably not. But that’s what I’m doing.
NCAA FOOTBALL
So that leaves us with College Football. The only play I like is a small one on Virginia. Miami is sinking. Remove their GARBAGE game vs Bethune Cookman (Seriously - how does this team get on ANYONES schedule??) and Miami is 1-3 ATS. Their lone win being an opening day cover vs Florida. On paper that looks more impressive than it actually is. That late August game was a prime example of 2 teams not being ready to play and was a complete sloppy mess. Since then they've gone 0-3 ATS vs real college football teams (not including the Bethune joke). Miami looked more like Miami of Ohio when they squeaked by Central Michigan - AT HOME! And remember - Miami can't protect their QB.
Virginia is coming off a road 15-point loss to Notre Dame. Let's face it, the ACC isn't the toughest conference in the NCAA. Not by a long shot. But Virginia is looking like the cream of the crop in the ACC West. I'm frankly stunned Miami is favored in this game. And the line has GROWN! When you look at these two clubs, the only reason I see the Hurricanes as a favorite is because of their ‘name’, reputation, and history. Vegas was built by people looking at team’s “Glory Days” and betting accordingly. Hey, this isn’t the best game of the week, but IMO it’s the best play of the night. Don’t go crazy, but feel confident placing a small bet on Virginia +2.5. I’m going to buy a half point and get this to a magic push number of 3. When I see a matchup where the team I think is going to win the game outright – and I’m catching points – I make a play. Do the same.
VIRGINA +2.5 (consider buying the ½ point)
BOL
Jack