DailyPowerRatings
<table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="96%"><tbody><tr><td class="freepickwhite" width="68%">DailyPowerRatings</td> <td rowspan="4" align="right" valign="top" width="32%">
</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="freepickwhite1">Saturday, May 9th</td> </tr> <tr> <td> </td> </tr> <tr> <td> 5* Star - 6+ Run Differential (Highest-Rated 3 Unit Play)
4* Star - 5 Run Differential (2 Unit Play)
3* Star - 4 Run Differential (1 Unit Play)
2* Star - 2 to 3 Run Differential (Slight Edge)
1* Star - 0 to 1 Run Differential (No Play Recommended) </td> </tr> <tr> <td> </td> <td align="right" valign="top" width="32%"> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2"> <table style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="99%"> <tbody><tr> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="26%" height="30">Team
(Game*)</td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="23%">Game Rating
(Point Differential)</td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="10%">Vegas
Line </td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="9%">Our
Line</td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="8%">Power
Rating</td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="8%">Starting Pitcher</td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="9%">Home/
Away</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="brdbotright" bgcolor="#ffffff" height="28"> (965) Florida</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#f7d101">4* Star </td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">-120</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">1</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">1</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">0</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">0</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="brdbotright" bgcolor="#ffffff" height="28"> (966) Colorado</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">
</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">110</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">5</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">4</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">1</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">0</td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="7" class="brdbot" bgcolor="#e6e6e6" height="6"> </td> </tr> </tbody></table></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" align="left"> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" class="freepickwhite1">Today's Play:</td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2">4* Florida (-120) 2 Unit Play</td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2"> </td></tr></tbody></table>
<table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="96%"><tbody><tr><td class="freepickwhite" width="68%">DailyPowerRatings</td> <td rowspan="4" align="right" valign="top" width="32%">
4* Star - 5 Run Differential (2 Unit Play)
3* Star - 4 Run Differential (1 Unit Play)
2* Star - 2 to 3 Run Differential (Slight Edge)
1* Star - 0 to 1 Run Differential (No Play Recommended) </td> </tr> <tr> <td> </td> <td align="right" valign="top" width="32%"> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2"> <table style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);" align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="99%"> <tbody><tr> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="26%" height="30">Team
(Game*)</td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="23%">Game Rating
(Point Differential)</td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="10%">Vegas
Line </td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="9%">Our
Line</td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="8%">Power
Rating</td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="8%">Starting Pitcher</td> <td class="whitetext4" align="center" bgcolor="#000000" valign="top" width="9%">Home/
Away</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="brdbotright" bgcolor="#ffffff" height="28"> (965) Florida</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#f7d101">4* Star </td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">-120</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">1</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">1</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">0</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">0</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="brdbotright" bgcolor="#ffffff" height="28"> (966) Colorado</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">
</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">110</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">5</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">4</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">1</td> <td class="brdbotright" align="center" bgcolor="#ffffff">0</td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="7" class="brdbot" bgcolor="#e6e6e6" height="6"> </td> </tr> </tbody></table></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" align="left"> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" class="freepickwhite1">Today's Play:</td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2">4* Florida (-120) 2 Unit Play</td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2"> </td></tr></tbody></table>
Trace Adams
1500* - Dallas Mavericks, 500* - Cincinnati w/Harang over Lohse Things have been going along swimingly for the Nuggets this postseason, and they do come to Dallas up 2-0 in this best-of-seven series. I have a feeling the extra day off is going to benefit the Mavericks in this one.
Dallas knows a loss today, means pretty much a series loss, so expect them to throw the kitchen sink at the Nuggets in an effort to get on board in the series. The Mavericks actually played Denver tough up until the 4th quarter in both losses in Denver, so all they need to do is string together a solid close today, and they will be just fine.
Remember, the Mavericks have won, and covered both of their playoff home games so far, and with losses in their last pair at home to Denver, you get the feeling the Mavs are due for a home win over Denver.
Mark me down for a play on the Mavericks minus the number to get the win, and cover.
1500♦ - Dallas Mavericks
In baseball, coming with the Reds and Aaron Harang over the Cardinals and Kyle Lohse.
Harang looked solid in a no-decision against Florida his last time out, working 7 innings of 2 run ball, and his home ERA is 2.84 which is pretty good considering his last home start saw 5 runs in 5 innings in a loss to Houston.
Lohse saw his undefeated 3-0 mark take a hit his last time out, allowing 6 runs in 4 innings of work at home to Philadelphia.
Cincy is capable of hanging a similar number on Lohse tonight, and with the Reds still under .500 at home, look for them to get it going in this home date.
500♦ - Cincinnati w/Harang over Lohse
♦♦Note: Both listed pitchers must start, or no action on the play!♦♦
BOUGHT,PAID AND CONFIRMED-------------GL GUYS
1500* - Dallas Mavericks, 500* - Cincinnati w/Harang over Lohse Things have been going along swimingly for the Nuggets this postseason, and they do come to Dallas up 2-0 in this best-of-seven series. I have a feeling the extra day off is going to benefit the Mavericks in this one.
Dallas knows a loss today, means pretty much a series loss, so expect them to throw the kitchen sink at the Nuggets in an effort to get on board in the series. The Mavericks actually played Denver tough up until the 4th quarter in both losses in Denver, so all they need to do is string together a solid close today, and they will be just fine.
Remember, the Mavericks have won, and covered both of their playoff home games so far, and with losses in their last pair at home to Denver, you get the feeling the Mavs are due for a home win over Denver.
Mark me down for a play on the Mavericks minus the number to get the win, and cover.
1500♦ - Dallas Mavericks
In baseball, coming with the Reds and Aaron Harang over the Cardinals and Kyle Lohse.
Harang looked solid in a no-decision against Florida his last time out, working 7 innings of 2 run ball, and his home ERA is 2.84 which is pretty good considering his last home start saw 5 runs in 5 innings in a loss to Houston.
Lohse saw his undefeated 3-0 mark take a hit his last time out, allowing 6 runs in 4 innings of work at home to Philadelphia.
Cincy is capable of hanging a similar number on Lohse tonight, and with the Reds still under .500 at home, look for them to get it going in this home date.
500♦ - Cincinnati w/Harang over Lohse
♦♦Note: Both listed pitchers must start, or no action on the play!♦♦
BOUGHT,PAID AND CONFIRMED-------------GL GUYS
Guaranteed Pick: Scott Spreitzer
Game: Tampa Bay Rays at Boston Red Sox May 9 2009 3:40PM
Prediction: Boston Red Sox
Reason: I'm laying the price with the Red Sox on Saturday afternoon. I used Boston for my AL Game of the Month last night and cashed a 7-3 final. Until the Rays can show some signs of life at the plate in today's situation, I'll continue to look to play against them. The Rays are 0-2 and score just 1.5 rpg in road day games against southpaws this season. In fact, they're 2-8 and average just 3.5 rpg in 10 outings anywhere/anytime against lefties in 2009. One of the big problems at the plate happens to be the season-long slump endured by B.J. Upton. When your lead-off man can't get on base, you're in a hole out of the blocks. Upton comes into Saturday's game hitting just .152 on the season, including UNDER .115 away from home. Lefty Jon Lester takes the mound today. While his overall numbers don't look too hot, he has pitched better at Fenway. In three home outings, Lester owns a 3.50 ERA. The red-hot BoSox have won each of his last four starts. And after a miserable start to the season, Lester has really turned things around. In those four outings, Lester has pitched a total of 26 innings, allowing just 10 earned runs and 34 base runners, while striking out 33 batters. That adds up to a 3.46 ERA and 1.31 WHIP. Lester owns strong numbers in eight career starts against the Rays, which counters Scott Kazmir's success in Fenway. Overall at home, Lester is now 17-3 with a 3.32 ERA. Finally, while the Rays can't score in the situation I explained above, Lester should be backed by decent offensive numbers. Boston is 4-1 at home against southpaws this season, scoring an average of 7.6 rpg. And, they're plating 6.1 rpg in 10 overall outings against lefties. And while Lester has improved dramatically since his first two starts, Kazmir is heading in the other direction. The TB lefty has allowed six earned runs each in three of his last four starts. He's allowed 12 earned runs and 22 base runners in his last two starts, spanning just 10 1/3 IP. That's a 10.49 ERA & 2.14 WHIP. The starter in better current form is also backed by the MUCH better offense. I'm laying the price with the Red Sox on Saturday afternoon. Thanks! GL! Scott.
Game: Tampa Bay Rays at Boston Red Sox May 9 2009 3:40PM
Prediction: Boston Red Sox
Reason: I'm laying the price with the Red Sox on Saturday afternoon. I used Boston for my AL Game of the Month last night and cashed a 7-3 final. Until the Rays can show some signs of life at the plate in today's situation, I'll continue to look to play against them. The Rays are 0-2 and score just 1.5 rpg in road day games against southpaws this season. In fact, they're 2-8 and average just 3.5 rpg in 10 outings anywhere/anytime against lefties in 2009. One of the big problems at the plate happens to be the season-long slump endured by B.J. Upton. When your lead-off man can't get on base, you're in a hole out of the blocks. Upton comes into Saturday's game hitting just .152 on the season, including UNDER .115 away from home. Lefty Jon Lester takes the mound today. While his overall numbers don't look too hot, he has pitched better at Fenway. In three home outings, Lester owns a 3.50 ERA. The red-hot BoSox have won each of his last four starts. And after a miserable start to the season, Lester has really turned things around. In those four outings, Lester has pitched a total of 26 innings, allowing just 10 earned runs and 34 base runners, while striking out 33 batters. That adds up to a 3.46 ERA and 1.31 WHIP. Lester owns strong numbers in eight career starts against the Rays, which counters Scott Kazmir's success in Fenway. Overall at home, Lester is now 17-3 with a 3.32 ERA. Finally, while the Rays can't score in the situation I explained above, Lester should be backed by decent offensive numbers. Boston is 4-1 at home against southpaws this season, scoring an average of 7.6 rpg. And, they're plating 6.1 rpg in 10 overall outings against lefties. And while Lester has improved dramatically since his first two starts, Kazmir is heading in the other direction. The TB lefty has allowed six earned runs each in three of his last four starts. He's allowed 12 earned runs and 22 base runners in his last two starts, spanning just 10 1/3 IP. That's a 10.49 ERA & 2.14 WHIP. The starter in better current form is also backed by the MUCH better offense. I'm laying the price with the Red Sox on Saturday afternoon. Thanks! GL! Scott.
Alf Musketa
Denver at Dallas
Pick: Dallas -3.5
The Nuggets have won the second half of both games and therefore controled the series. However, Dallas has played with a spark despite losing Josh Howard. We have played the 0-2 team many times in the past and have come away with a winning ticket. The theory is that the 0-2 team is life and death to continue to the next round. At 0-3 the Mavs will fold and most likely not show up in Game Four. So, the effort will be here tonight. Lay the points.
Denver at Dallas
Pick: Dallas -3.5
The Nuggets have won the second half of both games and therefore controled the series. However, Dallas has played with a spark despite losing Josh Howard. We have played the 0-2 team many times in the past and have come away with a winning ticket. The theory is that the 0-2 team is life and death to continue to the next round. At 0-3 the Mavs will fold and most likely not show up in Game Four. So, the effort will be here tonight. Lay the points.
tonyosports
Event Date: 05/09/2009
Event Time: 08:00 PM EST
Play: CAVS
Comments: The Cleveland Cavaliers will try & take a commanding 3-0 lead in tonight's Game 3 of their Semifinal series against the Atlanta Hawks. So far, Cleveland has dominated this series as they have outscored Atlanta in 7 of the 8 quarters played & have won both games by 20 points or more. It could be more of the same tonight if Joe Johnson (ankle), Al Horford (ankle) & Marvin Williams (wrist) aren't at full strength for Game 3. The Hawks might look to Maurice Evans to provide some offense, as he led Atlanta with 16 points despite the Game 2 blowout loss. Cleveland shot 54 percent from the field and had 5 players score in double-figures during their huge blowout win. Look for the Cavaliers to notch another big blowout victory & set up a sweep for Monday night. All Cavs!
Event Date: 05/09/2009
Event Time: 05:00 PM EST
Play: MAVS
Comments: The Dallas Mavericks are hoping that some Texas home-cookin' will get them back into their series against the Denver Nuggets in Game 3 of the Semifinals. Josh Howard will be available tonight after playing just 6 minutes in Game 2 while leaving with a sprained ankle injury. The Mavericks will again need an answer for Nene Hilario, as Nene is averaging 24.5 points per game on 68 percent shooting so far in this series. J.R. Smith will also need to be contained, as he is averaging 18 points per game off the bench on 57 percent shooting. Look for Dallas to show some urgency tonight & win Game 3 at home against Denver. All Mavs!
Event Date: 05/09/2009
Event Time: 07:05 PM EST
Play: CUBS
Comments: Today's Complimentary Play: CHICAGO CUBS
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Event Date: 05/09/2009
Event Time: 08:00 PM EST
Play: CAVS
Comments: The Cleveland Cavaliers will try & take a commanding 3-0 lead in tonight's Game 3 of their Semifinal series against the Atlanta Hawks. So far, Cleveland has dominated this series as they have outscored Atlanta in 7 of the 8 quarters played & have won both games by 20 points or more. It could be more of the same tonight if Joe Johnson (ankle), Al Horford (ankle) & Marvin Williams (wrist) aren't at full strength for Game 3. The Hawks might look to Maurice Evans to provide some offense, as he led Atlanta with 16 points despite the Game 2 blowout loss. Cleveland shot 54 percent from the field and had 5 players score in double-figures during their huge blowout win. Look for the Cavaliers to notch another big blowout victory & set up a sweep for Monday night. All Cavs!
Event Date: 05/09/2009
Event Time: 05:00 PM EST
Play: MAVS
Comments: The Dallas Mavericks are hoping that some Texas home-cookin' will get them back into their series against the Denver Nuggets in Game 3 of the Semifinals. Josh Howard will be available tonight after playing just 6 minutes in Game 2 while leaving with a sprained ankle injury. The Mavericks will again need an answer for Nene Hilario, as Nene is averaging 24.5 points per game on 68 percent shooting so far in this series. J.R. Smith will also need to be contained, as he is averaging 18 points per game off the bench on 57 percent shooting. Look for Dallas to show some urgency tonight & win Game 3 at home against Denver. All Mavs!
Event Date: 05/09/2009
Event Time: 07:05 PM EST
Play: CUBS
Comments: Today's Complimentary Play: CHICAGO CUBS
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Jimmy Boyd
Denver at Dallas
Play: Dallas(-3.5
While Denver has played exceptionally well in these playoffs, it has done the majority of its damage at home. The Mavericks are quite the home squad as well, going 34-9 this season. Dallas has won 20 of its last 25 home games against the Nuggets. Dating back to the regular season, the Mavs have won 8 in a row, 17 of their last 18, and 22 of their last 24 at home. They are an extraordinary home team and I expect them to leave it all out on the floor knowing that 0-3 is as good as done. What cannot be overshadowed when looking at the Nuggets is that they are just 1-3 their L4 and 5-10 their L15 road games. The Nuggets are only 2-7 ATS in their last 9 playoff games as an underdog. Plays on favorites (DALLAS) revenging 4 or more losses vs opponent in last 2 years, in a game involving two good teams (60% to 75%), are 29-8 ATS since 1996 and plays on home favorites (DALLAS) - triple revenge - 3 straight losses vs. opponent, in a game involving two good teams (60% to 75%), and 71-32 ATS since 1996. Lay the points with the Mavs.
Denver at Dallas
Play: Dallas(-3.5
While Denver has played exceptionally well in these playoffs, it has done the majority of its damage at home. The Mavericks are quite the home squad as well, going 34-9 this season. Dallas has won 20 of its last 25 home games against the Nuggets. Dating back to the regular season, the Mavs have won 8 in a row, 17 of their last 18, and 22 of their last 24 at home. They are an extraordinary home team and I expect them to leave it all out on the floor knowing that 0-3 is as good as done. What cannot be overshadowed when looking at the Nuggets is that they are just 1-3 their L4 and 5-10 their L15 road games. The Nuggets are only 2-7 ATS in their last 9 playoff games as an underdog. Plays on favorites (DALLAS) revenging 4 or more losses vs opponent in last 2 years, in a game involving two good teams (60% to 75%), are 29-8 ATS since 1996 and plays on home favorites (DALLAS) - triple revenge - 3 straight losses vs. opponent, in a game involving two good teams (60% to 75%), and 71-32 ATS since 1996. Lay the points with the Mavs.
Stephen Nover
Cleveland at Atlanta
Play: Cleveland -8.5
Laying less than double-digits with Cleveland is a bargain.The Cavaliers have played six playoff games - and have won each time by double-digits. The Cavaliers are on fire, covering 11 of their last 12 despite inflated point spreads.There's no stepping in against the Cavaliers with a banged-up, dispirited Hawks squad.Cleveland won Game 1 in this series by 27 points. The Cavaliers won Game 2 by 20 points. They easily could have won by 27 again, but their reserves let up.The Cavaliers are healthy, more rested and have a far deeper bench than the morale-challenged Hawks.There's nothing Hawks coach Mike Woodson can do and his players know it. The Cavaliers are just too good.Atlanta usually plays much better at home. However, the Cavaliers have covered in seven of their last 10 visits to Philips Arena and catch the Hawks in a crippled state.Atlanta's three best players all have significant injuries. Joe Johnson missed practice Friday after sustaining a sprained ankle in Game 2. Al Horford and Marvin Williams missed Game 2 due to ankle and wrist injuries.The status of all three is up in the air. Even if they can play, they will be limited and restricted.Atlanta is just 1-8 against the spread the past nine times it has been a 'dog. The Hawks can't stop Cleveland.
Cleveland at Atlanta
Play: Cleveland -8.5
Laying less than double-digits with Cleveland is a bargain.The Cavaliers have played six playoff games - and have won each time by double-digits. The Cavaliers are on fire, covering 11 of their last 12 despite inflated point spreads.There's no stepping in against the Cavaliers with a banged-up, dispirited Hawks squad.Cleveland won Game 1 in this series by 27 points. The Cavaliers won Game 2 by 20 points. They easily could have won by 27 again, but their reserves let up.The Cavaliers are healthy, more rested and have a far deeper bench than the morale-challenged Hawks.There's nothing Hawks coach Mike Woodson can do and his players know it. The Cavaliers are just too good.Atlanta usually plays much better at home. However, the Cavaliers have covered in seven of their last 10 visits to Philips Arena and catch the Hawks in a crippled state.Atlanta's three best players all have significant injuries. Joe Johnson missed practice Friday after sustaining a sprained ankle in Game 2. Al Horford and Marvin Williams missed Game 2 due to ankle and wrist injuries.The status of all three is up in the air. Even if they can play, they will be limited and restricted.Atlanta is just 1-8 against the spread the past nine times it has been a 'dog. The Hawks can't stop Cleveland.
Rocketman
#24 Jeff Gordon vs #16 Greg Biffle
Play: 3* #24 Jeff Gordon -140
Jeff Gordon is very good here in Darlington with 16 Top 5 finishes and 19 Top 10 finishes in his 28 races here. Gordon also has 7 wins in those 28 races here in Darlington. Gordon has an 11.5 average finish here in Darlington. Jeff Gordon was the fastest driver in Happy Hour practice. Gordon will be starting 2nd here today. Last year Biffle finished 43rd, which was dead last in Darlington while Gordon finished in 3rd place. Gordon is my favorite driver for this track and should be competing for the win. We'll play Jeff Gordon to finish ahead of Greg Biffle for 3 units tonight!
#24 Jeff Gordon vs #16 Greg Biffle
Play: 3* #24 Jeff Gordon -140
Jeff Gordon is very good here in Darlington with 16 Top 5 finishes and 19 Top 10 finishes in his 28 races here. Gordon also has 7 wins in those 28 races here in Darlington. Gordon has an 11.5 average finish here in Darlington. Jeff Gordon was the fastest driver in Happy Hour practice. Gordon will be starting 2nd here today. Last year Biffle finished 43rd, which was dead last in Darlington while Gordon finished in 3rd place. Gordon is my favorite driver for this track and should be competing for the win. We'll play Jeff Gordon to finish ahead of Greg Biffle for 3 units tonight!
