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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Finger Lakes

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 7 - Claiming - 5.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $10500 Class Rating: 89

FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NOT WON A RACE SINCE APRIL 14, 2014. THREE YEAR OLDS, 121 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $6,500


RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 5 WINNING WITHHONOUR 5/1


# 4 INFILTRATOR 9/5


# 3 OFFICER'S SHADOW 5/2


WINNING WITHHONOUR looks to be a very good contender. With better than average trips to the winner's circle, Rohena should have this gelding in excellent position to win the contest. Posted a quite good speed rating last time out. INFILTRATOR - Looks very strong against this group and will most likely be one of the front-runners. Has put up sound speed figures in dirt sprint races in the past. OFFICER'S SHADOW - Win percentage under similar conditions may be the key for this gelding. Baez should be able to get this gelding to break out early for this race.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Indiana Downs

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 4 - Maiden Special Weight - 5.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $34000 Class Rating: 58

FOR REGISTERED INDIANA BREDS MAIDENS, TWO YEARS OLD. WEIGHT, 118 LBS.


RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 9 CLASSY CAM 7/5


# 2 MORGAN'S RAIDER 9/5


# 1 BIZERK 9/2


CLASSY CAM has a strong shot to take this race. Shows signs of the look of a profitable play, averaging a solid 56 speed figure which is one of the best in this group of horses in this race. Has to be given consideration - I like the figures from the last affair. Prescott will almost certainly be able to get this gelding to break out quickly for this event. MORGAN'S RAIDER - Could best this group of animals here, showing formidable figs of late. Have to examine solely on class, with some of the best class figs of this group of horses in this race. BIZERK - Could best this group of horses based on the speed figure - 50 - of his last contest. Johnson has him trained soundly to break swiftly out of the starting gate.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Mountaineer - Race #3 - Post: 7:44pm - Claiming - 8.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $7,600 Class Rating: 83

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#9 CUTE BOY (ML=7/2)
#4 BUD MATIC (ML=8/1)
#5 GOLDEN SHINER (ML=3/1)
#3 D W'S WARRIOR (ML=9/2)


CUTE BOY - The jockey/trainer duo of Rivera and Angelle has a strong return on investment together. Ranked number 1 in earnings per race. Another confirmation that this equine has the class to take this race. BUD MATIC - This horse coming off a good try in the last thirty days is a solid contender in my humble opinion. This pony broke from the outside at Mountaineer last time out, racing 1 mile 70 yards, but is getting a low post position in this race, which should help his chances today. GOLDEN SHINER - This gelding was sharp enough to post a 'top two' workout recently. I think he's ready for today's event. A pony coming back this quickly after a strong race is a good sign. This gelding's last speed rating earned on September 30th is tops in last race speed figures. D W'S WARRIOR - A pony coming back this promptly after a good contest is a good sign.

Vulnerable Contenders: #8 SLEDGE (ML=6/1), #10 CANDY RAIDER (ML=6/1),

SLEDGE - Looked good on Sep 24th, finishing second, but no drills since is a bit troublesome. CANDY RAIDER - This horse likes to be in the money, but doesn't usually get the job done. Keep out of the top spot.


STRAIGHT WAGERS:

#9 CUTE BOY to win at post-time odds of 3/1 or better

EXACTA WAGERS:
9 with [3,4,5]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
9 with [3,4,5] with [3,4,5] Total Cost: $6

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
9 with [3,4,5] with [3,4,5] with [3,4,5] Total Cost: $6

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Parx Racing - Race #10 - Post: 4:35pm - Maiden Claiming - 8.3 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $14,000 Class Rating: 59

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#5 ANY CAT IN A STORM (ML=9/2)


ANY CAT IN A STORM - Taking a drop in class figure points from his September 20th race at Parx Racing. Based on that element, I will give this horse the edge. 42-45-49 are last three Equibase speed figures. Improving each time out is something he should do again in this race.

Vulnerable Contenders: #7 VAULTED HEART (ML=2/1), #9 RED DIRT RACER (ML=3/1), #6 ROLLING ROCKER (ML=6/1),

VAULTED HEART - A pattern of lessening speed ratings 56/49/42 for this questionable contender. This gelding garnered a speed rating in his last race which likely isn't good enough today. RED DIRT RACER - If you keep choosing these sort of 'hanger' types, you're going to be disillusioned most of the time. Multiple efforts for this mount at Parx Racing and still hasn't received his first victory here. ROLLING ROCKER - This thoroughbred just hasn't looked sharp lately.


STRAIGHT WAGERS:

Bet on #5 ANY CAT IN A STORM to win if we can get at least 1/1 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
Pass

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Pass

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Skip

 

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Northfield: Tuesday 10/14 Analysis + Pick Four ticket
By Jeremey Day

DRF HARNESS

Race 8 - $10,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

Jeremey’s $1 Pick Four Play:

4 / 1,2,3,7 / 2 / 1,2,3,4,5,6 = $24


Best Bet: MAGIC MANNY (10th)

Spot Play: LITTLE AMOS (13th)


Race 1

(1) BRADYMEISTER is much better than he showed last out and just needs a smooth trip to rebound. (4) NITEROI OAKS seven-year-old stallion put in a nice qualifier and finds a soft spot. (8) ECHO'S PEARL went a big effort from the same post last out drawing off nicely; threat.

Race 2

(4) CHRISTINA VICTORY could get a good trip on the lead or in the pocket. (3) ALE ALE JANDRO has really turned it around in his last three starts. The gelding keeps a catch driver and will be tough with an easy lead. (2) MISS RILEY gets sent out for an inconsistent trainer but is capable trotting a good mile.

Race 3

(1) YANKEE SOLDIER gelding has yet to win on the year but does make his first start in a new barn from the rail. (2) WHERE U WAS JAY comes off two easy victories but gets a negative driver change. (3) CHEYENEE SPORTSMAN has been competitive at this level and keeps the top driver.

Race 4

In a wide open race (3) CATCH THAT ANGEL needs some racing luck with an inexperienced pilot, but the price could be right. (1) COWBOY ROUNDUP has yet to win on the year but gets the best post in a really weak field. (5) JP ORAZIO drops to the bottom level and has beaten better on the year, however the gelding was dull last out.

Race 5

(6) DREAM CRAZED gelding is the best trotter in the race but needs to overcome the pilot. (3) ALADY FOR SURE has hit the board in seven straight starts and keeps the top driver; threat. (2) SAMMY SAMMY SAMMY has some ability and just needs more late.

Race 6

(9) LUCKY CIRO should offer a big price with a good driver in tough race to gauge. (5) CONDOR HALL appears to be the horse to beat on paper but came up completely empty last start; command a price. (6) UPLAYTHEGAMETOWIN owns a decent burst of speed but needs to mind his manners.

Race 7

(9) TYMAL TRITON has yet to win on the year but could have a shot at a price late with some racing luck. (1) HE'S GOT THAT just raced evenly last out but gets the best post against a suspect bunch. (3) RT CRUISER owns the fastest win on the year but needs a good setup with a low percentage pilot.

Race 8

(4) SEMALU EXPRESS faces much weaker for a new trainer. (1) S F PIONEER could be one of few threats to the top choice. The pacer put in a powerhouse effort down in class last out. (2) KING ME should be in line for a decent ground-saving trip.

Race 9

In an inconsistent field of trotters (3) SPEC T has some upside and a good record of hitting the board. (1) CHAD comes off two breaks but should offer value from the rail because of it. (2) LOYAL AS made a break after winning convincingly the start prior; threat.

Race 10

(2) MAGIC MANNY went a good effort wire to wire last out and has shown the ability to pace a fast mile. (1) MAKEMINE BLUEGRASS couldn't score off an ideal trip but should be in the mix with the best driver. (6) SOAKING UP THE SUN is capable of handling this field with a trouble-free trip.

Race 11

(5) DON'T BETREI ME owns only one win on and has been off a month but was the top driver's choice in a very weak field. (1) REMBRANDT VAN RYN owns some tactical gate speed combined with the rail. (2) ARTISTIC DREAMER owns a win last time at this level; threat.

Race 12

(8) CASHONTHEROCS well bred trotter will look to make it four straight and finds another easy field. (1) AMERICAN BLITZ has the best chance to pull the upset in a new barn. (5) BROADWAY BOUND is capable of trotting a good mile but needs an ideal setup.

Race 13

In a very tough race to handicap (4) LITTLE AMOS will offer a big price and has a shot if he can race to his effort a couple of starts ago. (1) JENNA'S DREAM gets the best post with the top driver; threat. (2) M A ROY is racing very poorly but has beaten better on the year; command a price.

Race 14

(5) GO HERBIE GO drops in class off a decent effort and is one of the more consistent trotters in the race. (2) SKY LAV went a big effort circling the field last out off a break; threat. (1) FLORIDA MAC ATTACK doesn't win often but gets the best post in a suspect field.

Race 15

(1) JACK FINN raced gamely last out and benefits from the best post. (2) DERINGER GUN will offer a big price and is capable of pacing a good mile. (5) CATALINA KID has just been racing evenly in his last two but has made the most money in the field on the year.

 

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Yonkers: Tuesday 10/14 Analysis
By Brewster Smith

DRF HARNESS

MEET STATS: 312 - 1177 / $2,084.00

BEST BETS: 25 - 98 / $126.60

Best Bet: HARDTS OR BETTOR (8th)

Spot Play: CARD SHOCK (2nd)


Race 1

(5) DASHPEDIA seems to be coming around to good form and has every right to mow these down for win honors. (2) DVCFLYINGFRENCHMAN gets class relief and has some early zip. (7) SIX GUN could be right in the mix.

Race 2

(3) CARD SHOCK was facing tougher at Freehold last time out and fits well in here; all systems go to get it done. (5) CANADIAN EDITION was sharp last out at Pocono; appears to be a threat. (4) MOLIERE HANOVER just got up for the victory in his last one.

Race 3

(4) FLASHY LADY Trotting miss has the tactical speed to pounce and score over these. (1) TSMLIL ORPHAN ANDY Tough break at the start last time out so maybe the rail slot can help his cause. (5) FLASHBACK could land a share of the purse.

Race 4

(8) TOWER POWER if he receives the right trip, this pacing sophomore could pick them up and lay them down for all the cash. (1) LISCLOON was second best in his last trip. (5) BEACHYS DREAM has hit the board in his last three tries.

Race 5

(3) ADDWATER might have found a perfect spot to make tonight a winning one; consider. (5) MR COOLIE Quite sharp for the score last out at Saratoga. (1) STONEBRIDGE BONUS just missed the victory in his most recent outing.

Race 6

(7) VALLEY GLIDER moves down a bit in class. Trotter could take this with a fine-timed drive from Carlson. (5) EXPLOSIVE ACTION did show signs of life when he moved down in class last out; threat. (3) DECK THE HALLS Two straight down the road scores at Freehold; not out of this.

Race 7

(3) BADGER QUINN was nailed for win honors in his last start. Gelding could boss this group at his best. (1) JK EVEN STEVEN should fare quite well from the fence. (5) TWIN B FLIRT could have a say with these.

Race 8

(2) HARDTS OR BETTOR seems to knocking at the winner's circle door and this sophomore pacer could take these to task for all the marbles. (1) TWIN B SPY just held on for the victory last out at Vernon. (5) MR BIG LOAD will be closing in the final strides.

Race 9

(3) OR was a fast closing second last time out. Pacer drops a notch and Sears signs on; the pick. (2) FASTLANELUKE was sent down the road last out for all the glory. (1) THATS THE LIFE ships in from Canada; watch out.

Race 10

(1) TWIN B SPEEDO retains the rail slot off a game effort last time around; big threat at his best. (3) KID PK put in a nice late run in his recent trip to grab the placing. (4) MACH TO THE MAX beat lesser company in his last try.

Race 11

(4) JUSTCALLMERONALD Canadian invader seems to have tactical speed and could get the job done over these trotters. (7) BAMBINO SUPREME showed good speed against tougher last time out; main danger. (8) MISTER ANSON beat lesser in his latest.

Race 12

(3) BEST SAID is clearly knocking at the door and this sophomore has the right stuff to make tonight a winning one. (1) FOR A BETTOR TIME was a game second in his last start. (4) SEAN LIAM Q showed good late kick against better last out for the place spot.

 

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SPOT PLAYS

For Tuesday


TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE


Finger Lakes (1st) Our Brave Warrior, 6-1
(2nd) Epic Legend, 6-1


Indiana Downs (1st) Hoosier Neighbor, 3-1
(7th) Go Go Rocket, 6-1


Mountaineer (1st) Skiptothelane, 5-1
(3rd) Golden Shiner, 3-1


Parx Racing (5th) Awesome Alex, 8-1
(6th) Salem Witch, 5-1

 

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NHL Preview: Oilers (0-1) at Kings (1-1)

Date: October 14, 2014 10:30 PM EDT

With their first victory out of the way, the Los Angeles Kings have one less thing to worry about Tuesday night.

The Kings can focus solely on recording a seventh consecutive win over a visiting Edmonton Oilers team trying to avoid opening with three straight losses for the first time in 19 years.

Jeff Carter, Tanner Pearson and Tyler Toffoli each had a goal with an assist as Los Angeles (1-1-1) did all its scoring over the first two periods in Sunday's 4-1 victory over Winnipeg. The result was a relief for the Kings, who were outscored 7-2 in the first two games.

Coming off their second title in three seasons, Los Angeles doesn't expect anything to be easy.

"I think (Sunday) we made some big progress," Pearson said. "We have our hands full this year. We've just got to come (ready) to play every night."

Dubbed "That 70s Line" for their uniform numbers all in the 70s, Carter, Pearson and Toffoli have looked ready while recording all but one of the team's six goals. That trio combined for 21 during the playoffs last spring.

'Right from camp, it kind of clicked for us,' said Pearson, in his first full season. 'Chemistry is such a big thing in this league, and I'm just trying to do my part.

"Winning (my) first (Stanley Cup) makes you hungry for another one. We started a little slow this season, but this one is progress.'

Carter has nine goals and four assists in 12 games versus Edmonton (0-1-1), which has been outscored 19-5 and shut out twice during a six-game slide to the Kings.

Los Angeles, which owns an 11-2 goal advantage and recorded two shutouts during a four-game home series winning streak, has earned at least one point in 26 of 28 overall meetings with the Oilers, going 19-2-7.

Edmonton, which last lost its first three games in 1995-96, blew a two-goal, second-period lead in Saturday's 5-4 shootout loss at Vancouver. Mark Arcobello had a goal with an assist and Viktor Fasth made 39 saves.

"Of course they're going to take it hard and (the coaches) take it hard and we'll take the point, put it in the bank and get ready to try and win the next game," coach Dallas Eakins told the Oilers' official website.

The Oilers recorded their third power-play goal in six opportunities this season but also allowed the Canucks to score two on seven chances after Calgary went 1 of 2 in Thursday's 5-2 defeat.

"There (were) good things, but in the end we gave up five goals," said forward David Perron, who has three assists.

Though Fasth was lauded by his coach and teammates, ex-King Ben Scrivens could be in net after making 21 saves against the Flames.

Scrivens went 9-11-0 with a 3.01 goals-against average after being acquired from Los Angeles on Jan. 15. He made 46 saves in a 4-2 home loss to the Kings on March 9.

Former teammate Jonathan Quick has an 0.65 GAA with a shutout during a three-game home winning streak versus Edmonton.

Quick sat Sunday after posting a 4.01 GAA in the first two contests.

 

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Anaheim loves facing Philadelphia
Stephen Campbell

The Anaheim Ducks have had the Philadelphia Flyers' number in recent games.

Anaheim has won five out of the last six contests between the two teams. They'll renew acquaintances Tuesday in Philly.

The Ducks are currently -110 faves on the moneyline with a total of 5.5.

 

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Road team coming out on top in Rangers-Isles clashes
Stephen Campbell

The battle of New York has been dominated by the road team in recent Rangers-Islanders games.

The visiting club is 7-1 in the last eight meetings between the two teams. That trend will appeal to Islanders backers, as the Isles invade Madison Square Garden for a date with the Rangers Tuesday.

The Rangers are currently -142 moneyline faves with a total of 5.5.

 

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Blue Jackets sizzling on the Over at home
Stephen Campbell

The Columbus Blue Jackets have been lighting up the scoreboard at home, evidenced by the Over going 5-0 in their last five games at Nationwide Arena.

The Jackets host the Dallas Stars in NHL action Tuesday.

Columbus is presently -126 moneyline faves, with the total sitting at 5.5.

 

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Long-term results show Sharks dominating Caps
Stephen Campbell

If you look at the long-term history between the San Jose Sharks and the Washington Capitals, you'll see the results are completely lopsided.

The Sharks have absolutely dominated the Caps, going 19-3-1 in their last 23 games versus Washington. The teams will face off again in Washington Tuesday.

San Jose is presently slight -107 faves with an O/U of 5.5.

 

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O's producing high totals on grass
Stephen Campbell

Game 3 of the ALCS goes Monday, and after jumping out to a 2-0 lead, the Kansas City Royals will look to keep the momentum going as the series shifts to Missouri.

The Royals have now won six straight playoff games. Despite their recent struggles, the O's have had no problem producing high totals on grass surfaces, as the Over is 7-1 in Baltimore's last eight games on grass. Over bettors will hope that trend continues when the two teams face off at Kauffman Stadium - a natural surface.

Wei-Yen Chen will get the ball for Baltimore, while Jeremy Guthrie counters on the bump for K.C.

The Royals are currently -110 faves on the moneyline with a total of 7.5.

 

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Royals name Vargas as Game 4 starter
The Sports Xchange

Left-hander Jason Vargas will start Game 4 for the Kansas City Royals in Game 4 of the American League championship series on Tuesday.

It could be the series clincher as the Royals lead the best-of-seven series 2-0. Game 3 is Monday in Kansas City.

In one American League Division Series start, Vargas held the Los Angeles Angels to two runs over six innings in a 3-2 victory for the Royals.

Vargas, 31, went 11-10 with a 3.71 ERA and 1.27 WHIP over 187 innings in the regular season.

Baltimore has not named a starter for Game 4.

Left-hander Wei-Yin Chen will start Game 3 for the Orioles against Royals right-hander Jeremy Guthrie.

 

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Baseball Betting: Streaks, Tips, Notes

Baltimore Orioles at Kansas City Royals October 13, 07:00 EST

Down 0-2 in the ALCS heading into Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City this is clearly a “MUST WIN” for Baltimore as they send left-hander Wei-Yin Chen to the mound. Baltimore will be in good hands, O's were 2-0 with the hurler vs Royals this season, 5-3 on the road with the southpaw following a team loss the previous effort. Baltimore 11-4 on the road following a loss, Royals 0-2 vs Baltimore with X-Oriole Jeremy Guthrie on the mound, roll the dice with Baltimore.

 

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Orioles, Chen slightly favored in Game 3
Andrew Caley

Wei-Yin Chen and the Baltimore Orioles are slightly favored to take Game 3 of the ALCS from Jeremy Guthrie and the Kansas City Royals.

The Orioles, currently listed at -109, are essentially in must win territory down 2-games-to-1 to the Royals. Chen got rocked in his only other playoff appearance this postseason, giving up five earned runs in 3.2 innings against the Tigers.

Kansas City, who has yet to lose this postseason, counter with Jeremy Guthrie. Guthrie is making his first start of the postseason and went 13-11 with a 4.13 ERA in the regular season.

 

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Royals struggling with this ump in charge at home
Stephen Campbell

Umpire Joe West will behind the plate for Game 3 of Monday's American League Championship Series matchup between the Kansas City Royals and the Baltimore Orioles in Missouri, which doesn't favor Royals backers.

In Kansas City's last four games with Joe West calling balls and strikes at Ewing M. Kauffman Stadium, the Royals are 0-4.

The Orioles are curently slight -110 road faves on the moneyline with an O/U of 7.5.

 

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Orioles struggling with Game 3 umpire
Stephen Campbell

After heavy rains in the Kansas City area postponed Game 3 of the ALCS to Tuesday, the Royals and Orioles will be hoping Mother Nature is working in their favor this time.

Wei-Yin Chen and Jeremy Guthrie are scheduled to take the bump after getting an extra day's rest.

Ron Kulpa will handle umpiring duties, which could spell trouble for Baltimore. The Birds are 1-4 in their last five games with Kulpa calling balls and strikes.

 

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Tillman and Shields could pitch Game 4 of ALCS
Stephen Campbell

In the wake of Game 3 of the ALCS getting postponed to Tuesday due to heavy rains in the Kansas City area on Monday, there might be a different pair of starters on the mound for Game 4, per NBC Sports.

Shields and Tillman faced off in Game 1, with the Royals coming out on the winning end of that matchup. O's manager Buck Showalter has already said that Tillman is a possibility for the Orioles in Game 4 even before Monday's contest got postponed.

Miguel Gonzalez was initially scheduled to pitch in Game 4, but considering Tillman would have the opportunity to pitch on regular rest, it's up in the air. There has been no word from Royals manager Ned Yost on a pitching adjustment yet.

Game 4 will now go Wednesday at 4 p.m. ET.

 

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NLCS betting preview: Cardinals at Giants

St. Louis Cardinals at San Francisco Giants (-122, 7)

The St. Louis Cardinals will be without standout catcher Yadier Molina when the scene shifts to San Francisco for Wednesday’s Game 3 of the National League Championship Series. Kolten Wong’s ninth-inning homer to end Sunday’s Game 2 allowed the Cardinals to even the series at one win apiece, but St. Louis lost Molina to an oblique injury earlier in the contest. The injury could sideline the six-time All-Star for the rest of the postseason.

The Cardinals will be attempting to make it through the rest of the series with catchers Tony Cruz and A.J. Pierzynski, which represents a huge drop-off from Molina. “It stinks,’ Giants catcher Buster Posey said of Molina’s injury. “You hate to see anybody go down, especially a guy like him that means so much to their team. It’s too bad.” Wong one was of four St. Louis players to hit homers in Sunday’s 5-4 win, joining Matt Carpenter, Oscar Taveras and Matt Adams.

TV: 4:07 p.m. ET, FS1

LINE HISTORY: The Giants opened as -117 faves, but that line has since moved to -122. The total for the game opened at seven, which is where it currently sits.

WEATHER: The forecast is calling for sun and clouds at gametime with a 20 percent chance of precipitation. The temperature is expected to be 66 degrees Fahrenheit in the Bay, with winds of up to 13 mph.

PITCHING MATCHUP: Cardinals RH John Lackey (1-0, 1.29 ERA) vs. Giants RH Tim Hudson (0-0, 1.23)

Lackey was acquired due to his postseason experience, and manager Mike Matheny is expecting he will rise to the occasion. “Every time he was on the mound, he is one of those guys that is going to come into a big situation and into a hostile environment, and we love what San Francisco brings,” Matheny told reporters. “The excitement they bring, and the city is fired up for the matchup.” Lackey is 1-1 with a 2.57 ERA in two career starts against San Francisco.

Hudson lost his final four starts of the regular season before rebounding with a strong outing against Washington in the NL Divisional Series, as he gave up one run and seven hits over 7 1/3 innings in a no-decision. The 39-year-old veteran merely was average at home during the regular season, going 5-5 with a 3.94 ERA in 14 starts. Hudson is 4-4 with a 5.26 ERA in 13 career outings against St. Louis but defeated the Cardinals this year when he gave up three hits over seven scoreless frames.

TRENDS:

*Cardinals are 4-1 in their last five meetings in San Francisco
*Giants are 1-4 in their last five games with umpire Gerry Davis behind the plate
*Under is 4-0 in John Lackey's last four starts
*Giants are 1-5 in Tim Hudson's last six starts