I don't think any of us have any loyalty to any capper per say. I mean, we're just looking to ride who's hot at the moment and go from there. I dunno about you guys, but I don't like to put my money in the hands of people who I have never met, much less the fact that I don't even know if they are serious handicappers or not. For me, if I really like a game and if it's backed up by a Kelso, Budin, etc.. then I'd go with it. But I don't pick games based on these cappers say (esp without any write up) b/c like you said, most of them have no integrity; and worse, they might be tossing a coin in the back to come up with the pick. what's the point...
That's fine. But why don't the smaller plays get mentioned in his record? And why when he loses one of his big games is there no mention of it on his Web site? He'll gladly tell you he's the greatest thing since sliced bread when he wins a big game, but he tucks his tail between his legs and hides when he loses a big one.
I've never said the guy isn't on a nice run. All I've said is that he's morally bankrupt. I realize most people on here could care less about that, but it's a big deal to me. I would never follow someone I don't trust. In the long run, it will bite you in the ass.
And please don't tell me you think many people are actually putting 200 units on his 200 unit plays. For most people a unit is $100, so I find it hard to believe a lot of people are dropping $20k on his picks.
Although I agree that it's bad, you can't blame him. No business is going to freely talk about their flaws. He's advertising himself and his handicapping. You can't expect him to tell you how crappy he was. He'd be out of business quick. No business would survive very long if they promoted their weaknessed along with their strengths. In the long run, it's up to you whether you follow or not.
I know plenty of services that acknowledge their losses. Maybe some people would look at it as weakness, but I have a lot more respect for someone who can be man enough to admit they actually do lose games. Does anyone really think that he NEVER loses if he doesn't mention the losing bets?
And I'm not saying I expect 3 paragraphs or anything. All I'm saying is if you spend ALL WEEK hyping up the play, don't suddenly act like it never existed if it turns out to be a loser. We're not idiots. Also, if you're going to thump your chest and brag about your winners, you're kind of a scumbag if you then turn around and don't even mention the losers. Accountability for his actions really shouldn't be that hard.
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412 MIN / 411 CHI Under 42.0 Bodog
Analysis: **** NFL SNF 4* TOTAL of the MONTH ****
Sun, 11/30/08 - 8:15 PMvegas-runner | NFL Money Line Single-Dime Bet
412 MIN (-130) Sportsbetting.com vs 411 CHI
Analysis:
*** SNF 1* TEASER BET ***
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I wasn't jumping on your back. I agree that he should acknowledge his losses and I also agree that it gives them a lot more integrity. It also tells you that the individual realizes that s/he's not perfect and shows they are trying to figure out where they went wrong. Yes, it's shitty that he doesn't lay claim to his losses, but business is business.
