John Chang
San Antonio Spurs +7 over LOS ANGELES LAKERS, 10 dimes
In a battle of two similarly structured, elite teams like these, I'll take the handful of points every time. Both of these perennial powers have hit a late season funk, but the difference for San Antonio is that they've already worked they way through it, and this is evidenced by their 4 game win streak. LA on the other hand, is still bogged down in a losing streak which has now reached 5 games (ATS & SU.) I expect a low scoring, close battle tonight out west. Take the 7 with confidence.
HOUSTON ASTROS (-115, list Myers) over Chicago Cubs, 5 dimes
The Astros aren't my favorite team to back, but Brett Myers has been outstanding against the Cubs in his career. He holds a dominating 10-2 record against the Cubbies with an ERA of 2.22 and a WHIP under 1.000! Today he gets a favorable matchup against James Russell, a 29 year old making his first big league start. He'll be on a strict pitch count, and something tells me the Astros are going to finally give Myers the run support he needs with Russell taking the hill against them.
Additional Selection:
NEW YORK METS/Colorado Rockies over 8 runs (+105), 5 dimes
San Antonio Spurs +7 over LOS ANGELES LAKERS, 10 dimes
In a battle of two similarly structured, elite teams like these, I'll take the handful of points every time. Both of these perennial powers have hit a late season funk, but the difference for San Antonio is that they've already worked they way through it, and this is evidenced by their 4 game win streak. LA on the other hand, is still bogged down in a losing streak which has now reached 5 games (ATS & SU.) I expect a low scoring, close battle tonight out west. Take the 7 with confidence.
HOUSTON ASTROS (-115, list Myers) over Chicago Cubs, 5 dimes
The Astros aren't my favorite team to back, but Brett Myers has been outstanding against the Cubs in his career. He holds a dominating 10-2 record against the Cubbies with an ERA of 2.22 and a WHIP under 1.000! Today he gets a favorable matchup against James Russell, a 29 year old making his first big league start. He'll be on a strict pitch count, and something tells me the Astros are going to finally give Myers the run support he needs with Russell taking the hill against them.
Additional Selection:
NEW YORK METS/Colorado Rockies over 8 runs (+105), 5 dimes
PredictionMachine
Tuesday's Free Pick: After winning with rookie pitcher Jeremy Hellickson, we are featuring another rookie pitcher today. Michael Pineda and the Seattle Mariners win over the Toronto Blue Jays 53% by a score of 3.6 - 3.4. At +100, Seattle is neither favorite nor underdog, making it our pick as a slight favorite by the numbers. Also, with O/U 6.5 and a 4-3 Mariners' win as the most likely outcome, the OVER covers 55%.
Tuesday's Free Pick: After winning with rookie pitcher Jeremy Hellickson, we are featuring another rookie pitcher today. Michael Pineda and the Seattle Mariners win over the Toronto Blue Jays 53% by a score of 3.6 - 3.4. At +100, Seattle is neither favorite nor underdog, making it our pick as a slight favorite by the numbers. Also, with O/U 6.5 and a 4-3 Mariners' win as the most likely outcome, the OVER covers 55%.
WUNDERDOG (NHL)
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DATE: 04 -13 -11
Game: Chicago at Vancouver (10:00 PM Eastern)
Pick: Chicago +155 (moneyline)
The Vancouver Canucks had a great year, and they will be the first team to get a shot at the defending Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks. While Chicago did not have the type of season they did a year ago, there is an old expression... Never underestimate the heart of a champion. I think that the oddsmakers have done just that here. The Blackhawks have been at their best on the road vs. top teams. They are 21-10 in their last 31 when facing a team that has a better than .600 winning percentage at home. Since last season, the Blackhawks are 12-5 on the road vs. teams that outscore their opponents by 0.5+ goals per game. Chicago is no stranger to winning in Vancouver as they have won four of the last five played here.
I like Chicago's chances of taking the opener and I really like them at 1.5 to 1 odds.
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DATE: 04 -13 -11
Game: Chicago at Vancouver (10:00 PM Eastern)
Pick: Chicago +155 (moneyline)
The Vancouver Canucks had a great year, and they will be the first team to get a shot at the defending Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks. While Chicago did not have the type of season they did a year ago, there is an old expression... Never underestimate the heart of a champion. I think that the oddsmakers have done just that here. The Blackhawks have been at their best on the road vs. top teams. They are 21-10 in their last 31 when facing a team that has a better than .600 winning percentage at home. Since last season, the Blackhawks are 12-5 on the road vs. teams that outscore their opponents by 0.5+ goals per game. Chicago is no stranger to winning in Vancouver as they have won four of the last five played here.
I like Chicago's chances of taking the opener and I really like them at 1.5 to 1 odds.
SEAN HIGGS
Bonus Play
Coming off a SWEEP last night cashing 3 UnderDogs with Tampa, Cincy and Cleveland. Plus our Bonus Play cashed on STL on the RL +150. Currently the #1 in MLB Money on several sites! For Tuesday, I have a day winner up for $15 and tonight, my featured WINNER is a Huge Top Rated 10* $ On to your FREE MONEY and we are backing the KC ROYALS. Like how this team is playing, while it seems like the Twins just are going through the motions. $ Higgs
4* Texas -128
Taking Texas here. Tough to go against Rangers as they continue to win. We get their ace, CJ Wilson, laying a short number vs Brad Penny. Come on man. Brad Penny. This is your #2. And people thought the Tigers would compete because they signed V-Mart? Tigers pitching is awful, and this Rangers lineup is lethal from top to bottom. The drop off in pitching after Verlander is as steep as a cliff. Penny will go 5 and give up 6 here. Tigers lineup is paper thin after Cabrera. 4* TEXAS RANGERS
10* Houston -111
Taking Brett Meyers and the 'stros here. Meyers 12-1 in his last 13 starts at home. Myers is 8-0 with a 2.12 ERA in his last nine starts against the Cubs. Meyers pitching well with 2 NDs as he has given up just 3 earned on the road to the Phillies and Reds. Too pretty good hitters parks with some offenses that generate runs. For the Cubs, we have a journeyman middle reliever making a start. Plus, the coach tells us he is on a pitch count. Not like Chicago is running out HOF caliber, or even all-star guys in middle relief. Look for the Astros to punch through this soft staff of middle relievers and bring us the money. 10* HOUSTON ASTROS
Had some other games on the radar, but weather could be a factor with rain rolling through the east coast. We will cash these 2 and keep the momentum going.
Bonus Play
Coming off a SWEEP last night cashing 3 UnderDogs with Tampa, Cincy and Cleveland. Plus our Bonus Play cashed on STL on the RL +150. Currently the #1 in MLB Money on several sites! For Tuesday, I have a day winner up for $15 and tonight, my featured WINNER is a Huge Top Rated 10* $ On to your FREE MONEY and we are backing the KC ROYALS. Like how this team is playing, while it seems like the Twins just are going through the motions. $ Higgs
4* Texas -128
Taking Texas here. Tough to go against Rangers as they continue to win. We get their ace, CJ Wilson, laying a short number vs Brad Penny. Come on man. Brad Penny. This is your #2. And people thought the Tigers would compete because they signed V-Mart? Tigers pitching is awful, and this Rangers lineup is lethal from top to bottom. The drop off in pitching after Verlander is as steep as a cliff. Penny will go 5 and give up 6 here. Tigers lineup is paper thin after Cabrera. 4* TEXAS RANGERS
10* Houston -111
Taking Brett Meyers and the 'stros here. Meyers 12-1 in his last 13 starts at home. Myers is 8-0 with a 2.12 ERA in his last nine starts against the Cubs. Meyers pitching well with 2 NDs as he has given up just 3 earned on the road to the Phillies and Reds. Too pretty good hitters parks with some offenses that generate runs. For the Cubs, we have a journeyman middle reliever making a start. Plus, the coach tells us he is on a pitch count. Not like Chicago is running out HOF caliber, or even all-star guys in middle relief. Look for the Astros to punch through this soft staff of middle relievers and bring us the money. 10* HOUSTON ASTROS
Had some other games on the radar, but weather could be a factor with rain rolling through the east coast. We will cash these 2 and keep the momentum going.
