<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Grand Slam:
Jake , here's some questions off the top of my head concerning stuff I've learned over the years regarding baseball. I'll put it in a quiz format:
1) Besides runs scored, which are the two most important offensive catagories a handicapper uses to evaluate a specific baseball team?
2)SF is -160 favorite at home against Neagle/Colorado. Late word out of SF says Bonds tweaked his back during batting practice and will be replaced by Marquis Grissom. How much should the line be adjusted, and explain the reasoning behind the adjustment.
3) You like the under in the New York/Chicago game. One book has the under at 7.5 -130. Another out has it at 7 -105. Which line offers the best value and explain your reasoning.
4) Next day: you again like the under for NY/Chi. One book has the line at 8 -105; another has it at 8.5 -125. Which line offers the best value and explain your reasoning.
5) The Mets are starting a pitcher just promoted from AAA in tonight's game against the Expos. What methods would you use in evaluating this rookie's chances of success in his major league debut against Montreal?
A couple of these are obviously opinions, but I'd like to hear the logic behind the answers Jake.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
Good one! I can't wait to hear the kid's response, or lack thereof more likely...
This is a time where I expect Snake to insert his famous excuse: "I have been really busy with finals..." Just what the kid needs, another exam.
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