Pat Hawkins
Braves at Brewers
Pick: Brewers -1.5 +165
Braves starter Tommy Hanson has been battling an ilness for the last week or so, if he goes he won't be 100%, if he doesnt go look for the Brewers to knock around his replacement. Gallardo will be the main factor in this game as he has been light out at home racking up big strike out numbers.
Braves at Brewers
Pick: Brewers -1.5 +165
Braves starter Tommy Hanson has been battling an ilness for the last week or so, if he goes he won't be 100%, if he doesnt go look for the Brewers to knock around his replacement. Gallardo will be the main factor in this game as he has been light out at home racking up big strike out numbers.
Wunderdog Horses
BELMONT PARK Race #5 at 3:05 PM Eastern
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BELMONT PARK Race #5 at 3:05 PM Eastern
Top pick: #6 (WILD ENTRY) - Colt raced evenly on July 4 on this surface, his first race in 2 1/2 months. One run type finished second in his three previous tries (all at Gulfstream) and has a nice work on July 16. Trainer (Chris Clement) has had a super meet and is strong second off a layoff (27%). The horse to beat.
<!--p-->2nd pick: #8 (Buddy's Song) - He "clipped heels" last out and lost his ride, so race is viewed as a toss. Previous effort saw him finish second on the turf at long odds to "Laureate Conductor" who won a stakes next out. Factors down the stretch.
3rd pick: #1 (Sao Sebah) - Has speed/stalking ability and last out tried to run with a long gone winner before tiring through the stretch. He should be in this from start-to-finish.
4th pick: #2b (Lieutenant) - German-bred hasn't raced for 13 1/2 months. Has ability and will run first time for H. Allen Jerkens. Work tab is light, but he's a threat if ready.
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Steve Merril
Los Angeles Angels -120 5 units
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4 Unit Play. Take the Under 9.5 between the Minnesota Twins @ LA Angels (Saturday @ 4:10pm est). Nick has an era of 3.51 and this is despite him getting rocked in Oakland for his worst start as he gave up 7 runs and 13 hits over just 5 innings. Prior to that he was 2-0 over his last two starts and I expect him to have a strong bounce-back today in LA. Granted, he is facing the Angels, but nonetheless, after giving up 7 runs in his last outing, I expect him to pitch strong today. The Angels have always faired well when Palmer starts as they are 9-2 over his last 11 starts as he returns today, and I expect them to be competitive today. Keep in mind that Blackburn is 8-2 over his last 10 starts and the Under is 5-0-1 when Blackburn is a road underdog. Palmer does have a 2.92 era in his last 9 apperances this year and I expcet him to pitch well given his relief appearances as he would certainly like to continue in this roll if it presents itself.
Good luck,
IC
Good luck,
IC
Dominic Fazzini
Saturday's play
10 Dime -- Cardinals (Lohse) over PHILLIES (Lopez)
CARDINALS
NOTE: List only Lohse as St. Louis' starting pitcher
Phillies right-hander Rodrigo Lopez (2-0, 2.60 ERA) has pitched well since returning to the major leagues.
After being idle for nearly two years with arm problems, Lopez has allowed five runs and 16 hits over 17 1/3 innings in three starts this season since being promoted to Philadelphia. The 33-year-old allowed one run and five hits in six innings against the Cubs in his last outing.
St. Louis right-hander Kyle Lohse (4-6, 4.21), who went on the disabled list in early June with a strained right forearm, has lost both of his starts since returning to the rotation. He allowed three runs and five hits in seven innings Monday at Houston.
Lohse hasn’t pitched well on the road this year, going 0-3 with a 5.59 ERA in five starts, but he has a 3.41 ERA in six career starts vs. the Phillies.
The Cardinals, who have taken over first place in the NL Central, got a big boost this week with the acquisition of Matt Holliday, who went 4-for-5 with a stolen base and RBI in Friday’s 8-1 victory over Philadelphia.
I know the Phillies have been playing well, but I think the addition of Holliday to an already potent lineup will provide St. Louis with more than enough firepower to do some real damage will Lopez on the mound today. Go with the Cardinals.
Saturday's play
10 Dime -- Cardinals (Lohse) over PHILLIES (Lopez)
CARDINALS
NOTE: List only Lohse as St. Louis' starting pitcher
Phillies right-hander Rodrigo Lopez (2-0, 2.60 ERA) has pitched well since returning to the major leagues.
After being idle for nearly two years with arm problems, Lopez has allowed five runs and 16 hits over 17 1/3 innings in three starts this season since being promoted to Philadelphia. The 33-year-old allowed one run and five hits in six innings against the Cubs in his last outing.
St. Louis right-hander Kyle Lohse (4-6, 4.21), who went on the disabled list in early June with a strained right forearm, has lost both of his starts since returning to the rotation. He allowed three runs and five hits in seven innings Monday at Houston.
Lohse hasn’t pitched well on the road this year, going 0-3 with a 5.59 ERA in five starts, but he has a 3.41 ERA in six career starts vs. the Phillies.
The Cardinals, who have taken over first place in the NL Central, got a big boost this week with the acquisition of Matt Holliday, who went 4-for-5 with a stolen base and RBI in Friday’s 8-1 victory over Philadelphia.
I know the Phillies have been playing well, but I think the addition of Holliday to an already potent lineup will provide St. Louis with more than enough firepower to do some real damage will Lopez on the mound today. Go with the Cardinals.
