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Date	Match Up	Rating	Score	Result	Profit	Lead Time	Analysis
05-24-17	Marlins v. A's -127	Top	1-4	Win	100	11 h 13 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Oakland Athletics. The Fish won 11-9 in Oakland last night, but it was just their third victory in their last 14 overall. They face Oakland's ace this afternoon, and I like Oakland as a small favorite at home. Sonny Gray will toe the slab for the A's, and he's been solid in 2017. Gray (1-1, 3.97 ERA) allowed three runs on four hits, striking out eight in six innings in a home win over Boston his last time out. The right-hander was dominant in 2015, going 14-7 with a 2.73 ERA in 31 starts. He took a step back last season, battling injuries and making just 22 starts. The Fish hand the ball to Edinson Volquez, who is still looking for his first victory in 2017. Volquez (0-6, 4.87 ERA) was rocked for five runs on eight hits and three walks over six innings in a loss at pitcher friendly Dodgers Stadium his last time out. He's really struggled with his command, walking a whopping 25 batters in his last six starts. He's 0-4 with a 5.26 ERA in five starts on the road. The Marlins have lost six of their last seven road games versus a right-handed starter. Take OAK. GL, Jesse Schule
05-24-17	Manchester United v. Ajax Amsterdam UNDER 2.5	Top	2-0	Win	100	10 h 10 m	Show
This is a 10* play on Manchester United vs Ajax to go UNDER 2.5 goals. It's been a fairly successful first season in Manchester for Jose Mourinho, and the Red Devils will hope to add some hardware here in the Europa League Final. They are up against a tough opponent though, and I expect a defensive battle with goals being hard to come by. Ajax was the top defensive team in the Dutch League, allowing a league low 23 goals in 34 matches. Manchester United conceded just 29 goals in 38 matches in the Premier League, and only Tottenham conceded fewer. The Red Devils have gone under in seven of their last eight matches, and they've posted five clean sheets during that span. Both their previous Europa League games went under, defeating Celta Vigo 1-0 in the first leg, and then drawing 1-1 in the second match. Mourinho might be even more conservative in his approach with his leading scorer Zlatan Ibrahimovic sidelined by injury. I wouldn't be surprised to see these teams draw in regulation, settling things with added time or penalties. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-23-17	Celtics v. Cavs UNDER 216	Top	99-112	Win	100	26 h 18 m	Show
This is a 10* play on BOS@CLE to go UNDER the total. After suffering the worst loss in NBA Playoff History in Game 2 at home, the Celtics stunned the Cavs in Cleveland winning Game 3 by a score of 111-108. The Cavs led by 21 points in the third quarter of that game, and it looked like it was going to be another blowout. The Cavs obviously took their foot off the gas, allowing Boston to get back in the game. I seriously doubt we'll see that happen here in Game 4 tonight. We saw how dominant the Cavs can be when they held the Celtics to just 31 points in the first half of Game 2. I expect to see that same defensive intensity here in tonight's game. The Celtics upset victory in Game 3 was a feel good story, and they deserve full credit for showing up to play under tough circumstances. Don't be surprised if they suffer a let down here in tonight's game, as it's doubtful that they continue to shoot the ball so well from beyond the arc. Scoring has been up in these playoffs, and that has bookmakers setting the totals higher and higher. I think the value here in Cleveland tonight is a play on the under. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-21-17	Celtics v. Cavs OVER 213	Top	111-108	Win	100	24 h 60 m	Show
This is an 8* play on BOS@CLE to go OVER the total. The Cavs scored 130 points in Game 2 of this series, and with Isaiah Thomas out for the rest of the playoffs, Boston isn't likely to play any better defensively in Cleveland. The Cavs might suffer a bit of a let down, but if the do it's likely going to be on defense. They held the Celtics to just 31 points in the first half of Game 2, and it might be a tough ask to bring that kind of defensive intensity again here in Game 3. Boston scored 55 points in the second half of Game 2, and that was with Isaiah Thomas in the locker room. The Cavs have gone over in all four home games in these playoffs, and the over is 7-3 in Cavaliers last 10 games playing on 1 days rest. The total for the last game was roughly seven points higher, but with Boston's leading scorer out, the bookmakers have adjusted with a much lower number here. I think it looks like an over-correction. Take OVER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-21-17	Rangers -126 v. Tigers	Top	5-2	Win	100	24 h 31 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Texas Rangers. Texas had a 10 game winning streak snapped last night, losing 9-3 to the Tigers. I like Texas in the rubber match of this series in the Motor City. Yu Darvish will toe the rubber for the Rangers, and he's been dealing in recent starts. Darvish (4-2, 2.76 ERA) allowed one run on four hits, fanning nine in a 5-1 home win over Philly his last time out. He's undefeated in his last five starts, and Texas has won all five of those games. The Tigers hand the ball to Matt Boyd, who is winless in his last five starts. Boyd (2-3, 5.18 ERA) was clobbered for seven runs on eight hits over just 2 1/3 innings in a home loss to Baltimore his last time out. He's 1-3 with a 5.24 ERA in four career starts versus Texas. The Rangers are 10-4 in their last 14 versus the Tigers, and 7-1 in their last eight at Comerica Park. Take TEX. GL, Jesse Schule
05-21-17	Diamondbacks -113 v. Padres	Top	1-5	Loss	-113	20 h 6 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Arizona D'Backs. The D'Backs have won five straight, and they've out-scored San Diego 19-2 in the first two games of this series at PETCO. I like the visitors in the series finale Sunday. Zack Godley will toe the slab for Arizona, and he's been solid in three starts so far. Godley (1-0, 1.93 ERA) allowed one runs on six hits, striking out seven in 6 2/3 innings in a home win over the Mets his last time out. His season debut was a no decision versus San Diego, and he allowed a pair of runs on four hits, striking out six in five innings. The Friars hand the ball to Clayton Richard, who has been clobbered in past meetings with Arizona. Richard (2-5, 4.86 ERA) allowed six runs on 10 hits over six innings in a 10-6 home loss to the Brewers his last time out. He allowed six runs on eight hits and three walks over just 3 2/3 innings in a loss the last time he faced Arizona. The D'Backs are batting .349 with four home runs and 20 RBIs over a combined 109 at bats against Richard. The Padres .224 team batting average ranks dead last in the major leagues. Take ARI. GL, Jesse Schule
05-21-17	Yankees v. Rays -137	Top	3-2	Loss	-137	17 h 38 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Tampa Rays. The Rays come into today's series finale versus the Yankees as winners of four straight, and I like their chances of completing the sweep. Chris Archer will toe the rubber for the Rays, and he has a history of success against New York. Archer (3-2, 3.70 ERA) was roughed up for seven runs on five hits and six walks in a loss at Cleveland his last time out. He's 2-0 with a 2.94 ERA in five home starts in 2017, and one of those wins came against the Yankees. The Bronx Bombers hand the ball to C.C. Sabathia, who has always struggled against the Rays. Tampa's lineup is batting a combined .321 with 11 home runs and 25 RBIs over 168 at bats versus the left-hander. The Yankees have lost eight of their last 10 when playing on artificial turf. Take TB. GL, Jesse Schule
05-21-17	AFC Bournemouth v. Leicester -110	Top	1-1	Loss	-110	13 h 22 m	Show
This is a 10* play on Leicester City. Last year's champs were sitting close to the relegation zone a couple of months ago, but Leicester has turned things around since firing Cluadio Ranieri. A look at their recent form doesn't do them quite enough justice. They are just 3-4-3 in their last 10 overall, but losses came to Tottenham, Man City, Atletico Madrid and Everton. Three of the four losses came on the road. Leicester is 10-5-3 at home this season, while their opponent on the final day of the season has just three away wins in 18 games. Bournemouth has conceded 66 goals in the Premier League this season, only two teams conceded more. One of those is relegated Hull City, and the other is Swansea City that just avoided relegation. The Cherries have nothing to play for here, sitting securely in the middle of the table. Take Leicester. GL, Jesse Schule
05-20-17	Giants v. Cardinals -138	Top	3-1	Loss	-138	8 h 34 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. The Cardinals are two games out of first in the NL Central, and they lost ground in last night's Game 1 loss to San Francisco. I like the Cardinals to get back on track here at home tonight. Carlos Martinez will toe the slab for St. Louis, and he's coming off three straight wins. Martinez (3-3, 3.88 ERA) allowed five runs on three hits, striking out seven in 6 2/3 innings in a home win over the Cubs his last time out. He's 2-1 with a 3.06 ERA in five home starts in 2017. The Giants hand the ball to Jeff Samardzija, who is not having a great start to the season. Samardzija (1-5, 5.26 ERA) allowed three runs on nine hits, striking out eight in 6 2/3 innings in a home win over Cincinnati his last time out. He's 0-3 with a 6.66 ERA in four starts on the road so far. The right-hander is 0-1 with a 5.25 ERA in his last two starts at Busch Stadium. The Giants are struggling offensively this season, ranking 29th in the majors in runs scored. Take STL. GL, Jesse Schule
05-20-17	Phillies v. Pirates -121	Top	3-6	Win	100	4 h 25 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Pittsburgh Pirates. After taking two of three in a home series versus Washington, the Pirates lost the opening game of this series versus Philly. I like the Bucs with Ivan Nova on the hill this afternoon. Nova (3-3, 2.48 ERA) allowed three runs on nine hits, striking out four in six innings in a 6-4 win at Arizona his last time out. He's 2-1 with a 1.89 ERA in three home starts in 2017, and he's 1-0 with a 0.71 ERA in his last two starts versus Philly. The Phillies hand the ball to Vince Velasquez, who has struggled this season. Velasquez (2-3, 5.63 ERA) allowed three runs on five hits and three walks over five innings in a 6-5 loss at Washington his last time out. He allowed four runs on seven hits and four walks over six innings in a no decision in his only previous start versus the Pirates (last year). The bullpen was a sore spot for Philly last season, and that hasn't changed in 2017. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule
05-19-17	Marlins v. Dodgers UNDER 8	Top	2-7	Loss	-120	24 h 54 m	Show
This is a 10* play on MIA@LAD to go UNDER the total. The Dodgers really struggle against left-handed pitching, and so do the Marlins. A pair of southpaws are scheduled to start in Game 1 at Dodgers Stadium Friday, and it would be no surprise to see a pitcher's duel. Alex Wood will toe the slab for the Dodgers, and he's dealing of late. Wood (4-0, 2.27 ERA) tossed six scoreless innings, striking out 10 in a win a Coors Field his last time out. He's 3-0 with a 2.35 ERA in four home starts in 2017, and he's 4-2 with a 2.83 ERA in his last six starts versus the Marlins. The Fish hand the ball to Justin Nicolino, who was sharp in his season debut. The 25 year old allowed one run on six hits, fanning five in six innings in a 3-1 win over Atlanta. He makes just his second start of the season tonight, and he should have fond memories of Dodgers Stadium. He allowed just two hits over 7 1/3 scoreless innings, winning his only previous start in LA. The Dodgers have gone under in 21 of their last 31 home games versus a left-handed starter. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-19-17	Diamondbacks -133 v. Padres	Top	10-1	Win	100	24 h 51 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Arizona D'Backs. The Padres might be the most pathetic franchise in the major leagues, and they come into Game 1 of this home series versus Arizona as losers of five of their last six. Jered Weaver will toe the slab for San Diego, and he's been rocked in his last two home starts. Weaver (0-4, 6.05 ERA) allowed just one run on five hits over six innings, but his efforts were wasted in a 9-3 loss at Chicago his last time out. He's 0-2 with a 9.69 ERA in three home starts. The D'Backs will hand the ball to Taijaun Walker, who went eight innings and struck out 11 in a win over the Padres earlier this season. He's 1-1 with a 1.50 ERA two previous starts versus San Diego. The Padres .224 team batting average ranks dead last in the major leagues. Take ARI. GL, Jesse Schule
05-19-17	Cavs v. Celtics UNDER 220	Top	130-86	Win	100	23 h 47 m	Show
This is a 10* play on CLE@BOS to go UNDER the total. The Celtics only scored 39 points in the first half of Game 1, and the game ended up going over the total by just one bucket. The bookmakers have set a higher total for Game 2, and I am expecting a more competitive game from Boston. These two teams had gone under in six straight meetings in Boston prior to Game 1. The Cavs aren't expecting much of a challenge here from the Celtics, but their performance in the series opener appeared to be a statement directed toward the Warriors. We could see them take their foot off the gas here in Game 2. Cleveland won Game 1 by a 13 point margin, and the difference was made up at the free throw line. The Cavs attempted a whopping 35 free throws, scoring 28 points. The Celtics attempted just 18 free throws, scoring just 10 points. I would think those numbers would even out a little here in Game 2. There were plenty of "easy buckets" in the last game, and I expect to see Boston play a little harder on defense down the stretch in this game. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-19-17	Indians v. Astros -134	Top	5-3	Loss	-134	20 h 32 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Houston Astros. Houston sits 7.5 games clear at the top of the AL West, and they have won nine of 10 ahead of Game 1 of this home series versus Cleveland. The Indians are coming off back to back losses, and they've lost five of their last seven. Trevor Bauer will toe the slab for Cleveland, and he's been brutal on the road. Bauer (3-4, 6.92 ERA) allowed three runs on seven hits over six innings in a home win over the Twins his last time out. He's 1-3 with a 6.95 ERA in four starts on the road. The Astros hand the ball to Charlie Morton, who is having a career year. Morton (5-2, 3.97 ERA) allowed four runs on four hits, striking out 10 in 5 2/3 innings in a win in New York his last time out. He's 4-0 with a 2.43 ERA in five home starts. The Astros are batting a major league best .283 versus right-handed pitching. Take HOU. GL, Jesse Schule
05-19-17	Yankees -126 v. Rays	Top	4-5	Loss	-126	19 h 33 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the New York Yankees. The Bronx Bombers are sitting in first place in the AL East, and they play at Tampa on Friday. The Rays are 5.5 games back in the standings, and the Rays have lost four of their last five at home. Luis Severino will toe the slab for the Yankees, and he's owned the Rays in past meetings. Severino (2-2, 3.86 ERA) only lasted 2 1/3 innings in a home start against the Astros his last time out, but the bats bailed him out as New York went on to win by a score of 11-6. He's been better on the road, going 1-0 with a 2.37 ERA in three starts. The Rays have hit just .230 with 24 strikeouts and just 14 hits in 61 combined at bats versus Severino. Erasmo Ramirez will make just his second start of the season for the Rays, and he was 0-2 with a 9.80 ERA in seven appearances against the Yankees last year. New York is 8-1 in it's last nine road games. Take NYY. GL, Jesse Schule
05-19-17	Rangers v. Tigers -133	Top	5-3	Loss	-133	19 h 32 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Detroit Tigers. The Tigers are coming off a 2-1 series win over Baltimore, and they host Texas in Game 1 of a new home series Friday. Daniel Norris will toe the slab for Detroit, and he's been lights out at home. Norris (2-2, 4.34 ERA) allowed a pair of runs on seven hits over 5 2/3 innings in a 4-3 win at LA his last time out. His last home start was a win over Cleveland, and he struck out eight while allowing just one run on five hits in that game. The Rangers will hand the ball to Nick Martinez, who has been clobbered on the road. Martinez (0-2, 5.04 ERA) allowed three runs on seven hits, with just one strikeout in six innings in a no decision versus Oakland his last time out. He's 0-2 with a 7.94 ERA in two starts on the road. The Tigers lineup has hit .393 over a combined 28 at bats versus Martinez. V-Mart hit a game winning home run yesterday, and he's 3-for-4 lifetime versus the Texas starter with the same last name. Take DET. GL, Jesse Schule
05-18-17	Ducks v. Predators -132	Top	3-2	Loss	-132	8 h 17 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Nashville Predators. Nashville owned the Ducks in Game 3, remaining unbeaten at home in these playoffs. Pekka Rinne is now 10-0 in his last 10 post-season starts at Bridgestone Arena. I expect more of the same here in Game 4. Here is what I said before Game 3: "The Preds jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in Game 2, but once again Anaheim proved it could come from behind on home ice. The Ducks were able to erase a 3-0 deficit with just over three minutes remaining in Game 5 of their second round series versus Edmonton. They went on to win that game by a score of 4-3 in overtime at the Duck Pond, only to go to Edmonton and lose 7-1 in Game 6. The Predators are in a good spot, heading home with a split. They are sill undefeated at home in the post-season, and Rinne is 5-0 with a 1.20 GAA in those games. The Ducks aren't winning many games because of Jon Gibson. He's given up 14 goals in five starts n he road in the playoffs, and he had a losing record on the road during the regular season. He gave up four goals on 18 shots, losing his only start at Nashville this season." Take NASH. GL, Jesse Schule
05-18-17	Brewers -107 v. Padres	Top	4-2	Win	100	4 h 46 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Milwaukee Brewers. The Brew Crew have taken two of three here in San Diego, and they now occupy the top spot in the NL Central. I like Milwaukee in the series finale here today. Zach Davies will toe the slab for the Brewers, and he's owned San Diego in past meetings. Davies (4-2, 5.80 ERA) allowed four runs on seven hits over five innings in an 11-4 win over the Mets his last time out. He's 8-3 with a 3.88 ERA on the road in his career, and he's 2-0 with a 1.89 ERA in three starts versus the Padres. San Diego has replaced scheduled started Trevor Cahill with right-hander Jared Cosart. The former Marlin is winless in three appearances this season, and he allowed three runs on two hits and two walks over just 3 2/3 innings in a home loss to Arizona his last time out. San Diego remains one of the lowest scoring teams in the majors, batting a big league worst .220 this season. Take MIL. GL, Jesse Schule
05-17-17	Cavs v. Celtics +4.5	Top	117-104	Loss	-110	23 h 0 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Boston Celtics. The Cavs are a big favorite here in the Eastern Conference Finals, but they might be a little slow out of the gates coming off a long layoff. Boston is full of confidence coming off a big Game 7 win over the Wizards, and I expect the Celtics to come out like gangbusters at home in Game 1. In the first round versus Indiana, the Cavs won Game 1 by just a single point. The Celtics have been strong at home, and they have covered the spread in five straight during this post-season run. Cleveland only covered the spread once in four regular season meetings versus Boston, and they lost outright by a score of 103-99 at the Garden in March. We saw how bad the Warriors looked in the first half of Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, and I think Cleveland might be at risk of a similar performance as they shake off the rust. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule
05-17-17	Penguins v. Senators UNDER 5	Top	1-5	Loss	-100	23 h 51 m	Show
This is a 10* play on PIT@OTT to go UNDER the total. The Penguins head to Ottawa with this Eastern Conference Final tied at 1-1. Game 2 was a goaltenders duo, with Marc-Andre Fleury edging out Craig Anderson by stopping all 23 shots he faced. The Penguins didn't beat Craig Anderson until late in the third period, and Anderson has been brilliant in both games so far. I expect to see another low scoring defensive battle here in Canada's Capital tonight. These two teams have failed to reach the total in four straight meetings, and the under is 5-0 in the Senators last five Conference Finals games. The under is 30-12-2 in Senators last 44 home games. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-17-17	Mets v. Diamondbacks -122	Top	4-5	Win	100	18 h 21 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Arizona D'Backs. The Mets came into Game 2 of this series at Arizona as losers of five straight, and I don't fancy their chances in a matinee in Game 3. Patrick Corbin will toe the slab for Arizona, and he's been solid at home. Corbin (3-4, 4.17 ERA) allowed four runs on six hits in six innings in an 11-4 home win over the Pirates his last time out. He's 3-1 with a 2.45 ERA in five home starts, and the Diamondbacks have won four of those games. The Mets hand the ball to Matt Harvey, who is a complete mess here in 2017. Harvey (2-3, 5.63 ERA) allowed five runs on seven hits and five walks over five innings in a 7-4 loss to Milwaukee his last time out. He's walked 13 batters in 14 2/3 innings in his last three starts, and he's winless in his last five starts. Injuries have piled up in New York, and in addition to their depleted rotation, they are also missing SS Cabrera, LF Cespedes and C d'Arnuad. Take ARI. GL, Jesse Schule
05-16-17	Braves v. Blue Jays -138	Top	9-5	Loss	-138	4 h 41 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Toronto Blue Jays. The Blue Jays have quietly been winning games since starting the season with a 1-9 record. They had a five game winning streak snapped when they lost at home to Atlanta last night, but I like the Jays to bounce back in Game 2 of this series. Marco Estrada will toe the slab for the Jays, and he's been light's out at home. Estrada (2-2, 3.12 ERA) allowed a pair of runs on four hits with eight strikeouts in a home win over the Mariners his last time out. He's 1-0 with a 0.95 ERA in three home starts so far. The Braves will hand the ball to Jaime Garcia, who has not been great on the road. Garcia (1-2, 4.33 ERA) allowed four runs on six hits and five walks over six innings in a loss at Houston his last time out. He's 1-2 with a 4.66 ERA in five appearances on the road, and he's walked a ton of batters in those games. The southpaw has dished out 10 free passes in his last two starts. Atlanta's bullpen has struggled this season, ranking 24th in the majors with a 4.83 ERA. Take TOR. GL, Jesse Schule
05-15-17	Wizards v. Celtics UNDER 211	Top	105-115	Loss	-110	67 h 14 m	Show
This is a 10* play on WAS@BOS to go UNDER the total. The Wizards avoided elimination in Game 6 when John Wall hit a three-point shot with just three seconds on the clock to put Washington up by one. It was a clutch shot on a night when neither team shot the ball well, and every bucket was hard earned. Washington shot just 5-of-24 from beyond the arc, and they were just 13-of-21 from the free throw line. I expect to see another tightly contested defensive battle in a winner takes all contest at the Garden on Monday night. Washington really struggled in Game 5 in Boston, shooting just 38.5 percent from the field, and 24.1 percent from beyond the arc. Bradley Beal scored 33 points in Game 6 at home, three more than his combined points in the last two games in Boston. Over the last two seasons, we've seen six NBA playoff series go to a seventh and deciding game, and every one of those games saw fewer than 211 points. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-15-17	Rays v. Indians UNDER 7.5	Top	7-8	Loss	-100	21 h 12 m	Show
This is a 10* play on TB@CLE to go UNDER the total. The Cleveland Indians rank 24th in the major leagues in runs scored, and they come into Game 1 of this home series versus Tampa as losers of three of their last four. We could see a pitcher's duel at Progressive Field, with both teams sending their ace to the mound. Chris Archer (3-1, 3.-4 ERA) tossed eight scoreless innings, striking out 11 in a home win over the Royals his last time out. The Indians haven't been able to solve Archer over the year, batting just .228 with 26 strikeouts in 129 at bats against him. Carlos Carrasco will toe the slab for the Tribe, and he's having a fantastic season. Carrasco (4-2, 1.86 ERA) tossed seven scoreless innings, surrendering just three hits and striking out seven in a win at Toronto his last time out. He's owned Tampa, going 2-2 with a 1.65 ERA in six appearances versus the Rays since 2014. The Indians have failed to reach the total in eight straight when Carrasco starts. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-14-17	Predators v. Ducks -117	Top	3-5	Win	100	9 h 13 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Anaheim Ducks. The Predators won Game 1 on the road at Anaheim, just as they did in their previous two series versus Chicago and St. Louis. They swept the Blackhawks, but they lost two of three games on the road in the series versus the Blues. The Ducks will have to treat this as a must win game, while the Predators could suffer a bit of a let down, and really wouldn't be too upset to go back home with a split. Nashville was brutal on the road during the regular season, while the Ducks owned one of the best home records in the Western Conference (33-10-3). The Ducks won both their home games against Nashville during the regular season, and the home team is 5-2 in the last seven meetings between these two teams. The Ducks have proven that they can rise to the challenge, coming back from down 0-2 versus the Oilers, and winning Game 7 of that series at home after getting blown out in Game 6 in Edmonton. Expect the Ducks to be "Flying" tonight. Take ANA. GL, Jesse Schule
05-14-17	Houston Astros - Game #2 v. New York Yankees - Game #2 -114	Top	10-7	Loss	-114	9 h 11 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the New York Yankees. The second game of a double header will feature Mashihiro Tanaka of the Yankees, and Charlie Morton of the Astros. The Bronx Bombers are just a small favorite at home, and they've hit Morton hard in the past. Morton (4-2, 3.63 ERA) allowed three runs on five hits and three walks over 5 2/3 innings in a home win over Atlanta his last time out. He's 0-2 with a 7.20 ERA on the road, and so far this season he's been fortunate to have faced some of the weaker lineups in the majors. The Yankees are hitting .338 with four home runs and 17 RBIs in 77 at bats versus Morton. Tanaka (5-1, 4.36 ERA) allowed four runs on 10 hits, striking out six in seven innings in a 10-4 win at Cincinnati his last time out. He's 3-0 with a 3.66 ERA in three home starts this season. The Yankees are 12-5 at Yankee Stadium so far in 2017. Take NYY. GL, Jesse Schule
05-14-17	Tigers -114 v. Angels	Top	1-4	Loss	-114	5 h 12 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Detroit Tigers. The Tigers have taken two of three games in this series versus LA, and they look good with their ace on the mound in the finale on Sunday. Justin Verlander will toe the slab for the Tigers, coming off three straight quality starts. He allowed three runs on seven hits, striking out seven over seven innings in a win at Arizona his last time out. He's owned the Angels, who are batting just .181 against him with 39 strikeouts and just 27 hits over a combined 149 at bats. The Halos hand the ball to Alex Meyer, and the rookie hasn't been missing many bats. Meyer (1-1, 7.62 ERA) allowed three runs on four hits and five walks over 5 1/3 innings in a win over Oakland his last time out. He's now walked a total of 12 batters in just 13 innings pitched in three appearances this season. J.D. Martinez will play just his third game of the season Sunday, and he's 4-for-7 with a pair of home runs and three RBIs so far. Take DET. GL, Jesse Schule
05-14-17	Dodgers v. Rockies UNDER 10.5	Top	6-9	Loss	-100	5 h 48 m	Show
This is a 10* play on LAD vs COL to go UNDER the total. The Dodgers beat the Rockies 4-0 at Coors Field last night, and I expect another pitcher's duel in Colorado this afternoon. Antonio Sentzatela will toe the rubber for the Rockies, and he's pitched well in Colorado. The 22 year old allowed a pair of runs on five hits and three walks over six innings in a home win over the Cubs his last time out. He's 3-1 with a 3.12 ERA in four starts at Coors Field this season. The Dodgers hand the ball to Julio Urias, who has been dealing lately. Urias (0-0, 1.06 ERA) allowed one runs on one hit and two walks over 6 1/3 innings in a 4-3 win over Pittsburgh his last time out. The under is 8-2 in Colorado's last 10 overall. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-14-17	Manchester United v. Tottenham Hotspur -140	Top	1-2	Win	100	162 h 60 m	Show
This is a 10* play on Tottenham Hotspur. Chelsea clinched the league on Friday, and that may take a little pressure off for Spurs in their final game at White Hart Lane. Manchester United has nothing left to play for in the Premier League, and Jose Mourinho has already admitted that he won't field his best squad for this match. The Red Devils are focused on their Europa League Final match versus Ajax, and they might not provide a lot of resistance for a Spurs team that has been brilliant at home this season. Tottenham is undefeated at home, with 16 wins and just two draws in 18 matches. The Spurs have scored 34 goals and conceded just 16 in those games. They've outscored their opponent's 10-0 in their last three home matches. Take SPURS. GL, Jesse Schule
05-13-17	Pirates v. Diamondbacks -154	Top	4-3	Loss	-154	19 h 8 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Arizona D'Backs. Arizona thumped the Pirates by a score of 11-4 in the series opener, and Game 2 looks like another mismatch. Taijuan Walker will toe the slab for the D'Backs, and he's been solid so far. Walker (3-2, 3.83 ERA) allowed one earned run on seven hits over 5 2/3 innings in a loss at Colorado his last time out. He's 2-0 with a 4.58 ERA in three home starts, and Arizona has won all three of those games. Pittsburgh will hand the ball to Trevor Williams, who has been hit hard lately. Williams (1-2, 7.98 ERA) allowed eight runs on seven hits over just three innings in a loss to the Dodgers his last time out. The 25 year old is 1-2 with a 10.80 ERA in four appearances on the road this season. His longest appearance of the season was just four innings, so the Pirates could be turning to their bullpen early. The Pirates are just 6-14 on the road, while the D'Backs are 14-6 at Chase Field. Take ARI. GL, Jesse Schule
05-12-17	Pirates v. Diamondbacks -136	Top	4-11	Win	100	21 h 0 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Arizona D'Backs. Arizona has cooled off since starting the season strong. A home series versus the Pirates should give them an opportunity to move up in the standings. Patrick Corbin will toe the slab for the D'Backs on Friday, and he loves pitching in Arizona. The left-hander is 2-1 with a 1.54 ERA in four home starts this season, and he's starting to look like the same pitcher he was prior to missing the entire 2014 season due to injury. The Pirates struggle to hit southpaws, batting just .206 versus left-handed pitching this season. Pittsburgh will hand the ball to rookie right-hander Tyler Glasnow, who hasn't been missing many bats. The 23 year old has also struggled with his command, walking 10 batters in his last 14 innings pitched. Putting men on base in Arizona might prove to be costly, and he's averaging 6.3 walks per nine innings this season. The Pirates are just 6-13 on the road, while the D'Backs are 13-6 at Chase Field. Take ARI. GL, Jesse Schule
05-12-17	Rays v. Red Sox -160	Top	5-4	Loss	-160	28 h 23 m	Show
This is an 8* play on the Boston Red Sox. The Red Sox are sitting 4.5 games out of first place in the AL East, and they host division rivals Tampa tonight. The Rays are only two games up on last place Toronto, and they come in as losers of four of their last five. Rick Porcello will toe the slab for the Sox, and he's coming off four consecutive quality starts. Porcello (2-4, 3.95 ERA) allowed one run on seven hits, striking out six in seven innings in an 11-1 win at Minnesota his last time out. He's 8-2 with a 3.16 ERA in his last 12 starts against the Rays, and he was 13-1 with a 2.97 ERA in 16 starts at Fenway last year. The Rays hand the ball to Alex Cobb, who has really struggled in Boston. Cobb (2-3, 3.56 ERA) allowed a pair of runs on four hits and two walks over eight innings in a loss to Toronto his last time out. He was rocked for four runs on 11 hits in five innings in a 7-5 loss at Fenway earlier this season. Boston's lineup hasn't been fooled, hitting .311 with a pair of home runs and 10 RBIs in 90 at bats versus Cobb. The Rays have lost eight of their last 10 at Fenway. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule.
05-11-17	Royals v. Rays UNDER 7.5	Top	6-0	Win	100	2 h 29 m	Show
This is an 8* play on KC@TB to go UNDER the total. The Rays beat Kansas City by a score of 12-1 last night, but I am expecting a lower score here in a matinee at "The Trop" this afternoon. Jason Vargas will toe the rubber for the Royals, and he tossed six scoreless innings in a no decision versus Cleveland his last time out. Here is what I said about Vargas prior to that game: "Jason Vargas will toe the rubber for the Royals, and he's been dominant for the most part this season. Vargas (4-1, 1.42 ERA) allowed one run on five hits over six innings in a home win over Chicago his last time out. He's 3-0 with a 0.44 ERA in three home starts in 2017." He's 1-1 with a 1.98 ERA in two starts versus Tampa since 2014. The Rays hand the ball to Jake Odorizzi, who has been dealing at home. The right-hander is 2-1 with a 2.88 ERA in five starts this season. He owns a 2.99 ERA in 47 starts at home over the last three seasons. The under is 12-1 in Kansas City's last 13 games when Vargas starts. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-10-17	Oilers v. Ducks OVER 5.5	Top	1-2	Loss	-100	27 h 20 m	Show
This is a 10* play on EDM@ANA to go OVER the total. After giving up three goals in three minutes and losing by a score of 4-3 in overtime in Game 5, the Oilers blew the doors off in a 7-1 win in Game 6. John Gibson gave up three goals on just six shots, getting pulled just eight minutes into the first period of that game. Five of the six games in this series have gone over the total, and another high scoring game seems likely here in Game 7. The over is 7-3-1 in Edmonton's last 11 road games, and they've scored a whopping 16 goals in their last three games. While we normally expect a conservative approach in an elimination game, I don't think either of these two teams wants to sit back and let the other be the aggressor. Leon Draisaitl scored three goals and two assists in Game 6, and he has nine points in the last four games of this series. Ryan Getzlaf was held off the score sheet in Game 6, but he tallied 10 points in the first five games of this series. Buckle up, Game 7 should be a real barn burner. Take OVER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-10-17	Penguins v. Capitals UNDER 5.5	Top	2-0	Win	100	10 h 16 m	Show
This is an 8* play on PIT@WAS to go UNDER the total. The Washington Capitals have turned the tables on the Pittsburgh Penguins, forcing a Game 7 back at the Verizon Center after losing three of the first four games in this series. Three of those first four games went under the total, but the last two games have each been high scoring. I expect to see a tight game here with both these teams facing elimination tonight. Neither team wants to give up the first goal, so expect both sides to have a cautious approach to start the game. Braden Holtby did not look sharp early on in this series, but he's been solid in his last two starts. He was only asked to face 18 shots in Game 6, and Washington will look to play the same way here in Game 7. The Capitals have gone under in seven of their last 10 on home ice, and the under is 14-6-6 in Washington's last 26 Conference Semifinals games. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-10-17	Real Madrid v. Atltico Madrid	Top	1-2	Win	100	18 h 60 m	Show
This is a 10* play on Atletico Madrid. Real Madrid is level on points with Spanish league rivals Barcelona, while Atletico sits 10 points back in the La Liga standings. Atletico returns home for the second leg of this Champions League tie after suffering a 3-0 loss at the Bernabeu last week. It's going to take a miracle for Atletico to advance, needing at least four goals here at home versus Los Blancos. With a comfortable three goal lead, Real Madrid can afford to be conservative. Atletico is a formidable opponent for even the toughest challengers when they play on their home pitch. They are undefeated at home in Champions League play, and 13-3-2 in their domestic league. They have registered clean sheets in six of their last 10 matches, and have scored first in seven of those games. While I don't fancy their chances of overcoming a three goal deficit, they should find a way to win this game at home. Take Atletico. GL, Jesse Schule
05-08-17	Warriors v. Jazz OVER 206	Top	121-95	Win	100	30 h 19 m	Show
This is a 10* play on GS@UTAH to go OVER the total. The Warriors swept the Blazers in the first round, and they have a chance to sweep the Jazz here in Game 4 in Salt Lake City. They scored more points in Game 4 against Portland than they did in any of the previous three games in that series, and I expect to see a high scoring game here in Utah tonight as well. Both these teams have played hard on defense so far, but with the Jazz trailing 0-3, we could see both teams ease up a little. I bet the over in Game 2, and here is what I said prior to that game: "The Warriors scored an average of 119 points per game in a four game sweep in their first round series versus Portland. That's well above the 115.9 points per game they averaged while leading the league in scoring during the regular season. The Jazz were the league's top defensive team this year, but they gave up an average of 97.7 points per game in a seven game series versus the Clippers in the first round, slightly more than their regular season average of 96.8 points per game. So much for the traditional logic that scoring goes down in the playoffs. Both these teams have a history of playing high scoring games in the playoffs. The Warriors have gone over in five of their last six Conference Semifinal games, while the over is 6-0-1 in Utah's last seven in the second round of the playoffs. The oddsmakers have set a low number here, and I think the value is on a play on the over." Take OVER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-08-17	Capitals v. Penguins -115	Top	5-2	Loss	-115	11 h 42 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Pens took a commanding 3-1 series lead by winning Game 4 of this series on home ice, but Washington has battled back with a win in Game 5 at home, forcing a Game 6 back in Pittsburgh. I had the Penguins in Game 4, and here is what I said prior to the game: "The Capitals dominated the Penguins in Pittsburgh in Game 3, but still they needed overtime to sneak away with a 3-2 win. Braden Holtby hasn't played well in these playoffs, but he looked confident in his last start. His confidence must have taken a big hit when he allowed a pair of late goals, allowing the Penguins to tie the game and force the extra period. He was only asked to make one save in overtime, and I think he comes into Game 4 just as fragile as he was after playing poorly in the first two games in Washington." Holtby has the lowest save percentage of any of the remaining goaltenders in these playoffs. I'll take the Penguins at home with Crosby back in the lineup. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule
05-07-17	Spurs v. Rockets OVER 212	Top	104-125	Win	100	10 h 18 m	Show
10*
05-07-17	Yankees v. Cubs -126	Top	5-4	Loss	-126	9 h 18 m	Show
10*
05-07-17	Ducks +120 v. Oilers	Top	1-7	Loss	-100	8 h 22 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Anaheim Ducks. The Oilers are in shambles after blowing a 3-0 lead in Game 5 at the Duck Pond on Friday. They return home for Game 6, looking to force a Game 7. I think it's going to be tough for the Oilers to bounce back from consecutive tough losses. The players and coaching staff have been very vocal about their displeasure with the officiating in the last two games, when they should be focusing on the task at hand. The Oilers defense corps took a pounding on Friday, and they will likely be missing at least one key player on the blue line. The news goes from bad to worse, as Corey Perry is now playing on the first line with Ryan Getzlaf, and he's totaled four points in the last two games. The Oilers are a favorite on home ice, but I like the Ducks to seal the deal here in Edmonton. Take ANA. GL, Jesse Schule
05-07-17	Celtics v. Wizards -175	Top	102-121	Win	100	48 h 38 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Washington Wizards. Washington has led at halftime in all three games in this series, and finally in Game 3 at home they were able to hold a lead. They will try to even the series at 2-2 in Game 4 on Sunday, and I like their chances of doing just that. Isaiah Thomas struggled in Game 3, playing just 29 minutes, scoring 13 points on 3-of-8 shooting. He missed the beginning of the second half after having a tooth knocked out earlier in the game. He needed surgery to repair the damage, and while he's expected to play, he's going to be hurting, especially if he takes any more shots to the jaw area. Washington was one of the best home teams in the league during the regular season, and they've won by double digits in each of their last three home games against the Celtics. The Wizards owned the boards in the last game, out-rebounding Boston 50-38. I expect to see this series go seven games, with the home team winning each and every game. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule
05-07-17	Giants -109 v. Reds	Top	0-4	Loss	-109	6 h 16 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the San Francisco Giants. The Reds crushed the Giants by a score of 14-2 last night, and they've now won four straight. I expect them to cool off this afternoon facing their former ace in a matinee at Great American Ballpark. Johnny Cueto (4-1, 4.86 ERA) allowed three runs on six hits, striking out six over seven innings in a win over the Dodgers his last time out. He's always been dominant in day games, especially in Cincinnati. Cueto is 18-8 with a 2.54 ERA in 37 starts in the afternoon since 2014. He's 16-5 with a 1.99 ERA in 27 starts in Cincinnati during that span. The Reds hand the ball to Scott Feldman, who was rocked in his last start. Feldman (1-3, 4.83 ERA) allowed seven runs on six hits and a pair of walks in just four innings in a home loss to the Pirates his last time out. He's 0-2 with a 5.66 ERA in four starts in Cincinnati this season. The Giants are 16-6 in Cueto's last 22 road starts. Take SF. GL, Jesse Schule
05-07-17	Blues v. Predators -155	Top	1-3	Win	100	23 h 52 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Nashville Predators. The Blues forced a Game 6 in Nashville with a narrow 2-1 victory at home in Game 5. They have lost both games in Nashville so far, and they only scored two goals in those losses. I bet on the Predators in Game 4, and here is what I said before the game: "The Nashville Predators return home with their second round series versus St. Louis deadlocked at 1-1. The Blues won Game 2 by a score of 3-2, and most of the scoring in that game came in the third period. Goals could be hard to come by here in Nashville, as Pekka Rinne leads all goaltenders with a 1.44 GAA and a .949 save percentage in the playoffs. Only one of Nashville's six playoff games has seen more than five goals, and seven of the last 10 meetings in this series has failed to go over the total. Over the years the Blues have a history of playing low scoring games at Bridgestone Arena. The under is 29-7-6 in the last 42 meetings in Nashville. The Predators haven't gone over the total in any of their last five home games. Jake Allen hasn't been as sharp as his counterpart, and that could be the difference in Game 4, and the series." The Predators should clinch here on home ice. Take NASH. GL, Jesse Schule
05-07-17	Blues v. Predators UNDER 5	Top	1-3	Win	100	3 h 0 m	Show
This is a 10* play on STL@NAS to go UNDER the total. The Nashville Predators return home with a chance to close out this second round series versus St. Louis. The Blues won Game 2 by a score of 3-2, and most of the scoring in that game came in the third period. Goals could be hard to come by here in Nashville, as Pekka Rinne leads all goaltenders with a 1.44 GAA and a .949 save percentage in the playoffs. Only one of Nashville's six playoff games has seen more than five goals, and seven of the last 10 meetings in this series has failed to go over the total. Over the years the Blues have a history of playing low scoring games at Bridgestone Arena. The under is 29-7-6 in the last 42 meetings in Nashville. The Predators haven't gone over the total in any of their last five home games. We should see both goaltenders shine here in today's matinee in the Music City. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-06-17	Diamondbacks v. Rockies OVER 11.5	Top	1-9	Loss	-102	18 h 21 m	Show
This is a 10* play on ARI@COL to go OVER the total. The D'Backs won by a score of 9-3 at Coors Field last night, and Zack Greinke was sharp, going seven innings, giving up a pair of runs on six hits with seven strikeouts. We should see more scoring here in Game 2, as both teams dig deeper into their rotation. Patrick Corbin will toe the slab for the visitors, and he's been pretty good so far. Corbin (2-3, 2.29 ERA) tossed 6 1/3 scoreless innings in a home win over Colorado his last time out. He hasn't had as much success at Coors Field though, allowing 10 runs on 16 hits over 12 2/3 innings in three appearances since 2014. The Rockies hand the ball to Tyler Anderson, who was lit up in Arizona in his last start. He gave up six runs on seven hits and three walks over five innings in that game. The D'Backs took him deep three times, and he's given up nine home runs in just six appearances this season. The over is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings between these two teams. Take OVER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-06-17	White Sox v. Orioles -1.5	Top	5-6	Loss	-110	7 h 23 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Baltimore Orioles (-1.5). The Orioles are just a half game behind the Yankees in the AL East, and they could move into first place with a win over the White Sox at home tonight. Dylan Covey will toe the slab for the Sox, and he's been hit hard lately. Covey (0-2, 7.29 ERA) allowed six runs on nine hits and a pair of walks over 6 2/3 innings in a 6-1 loss to Kansas City his last time out. He's given up five home runs in three starts on the road this season. The Orioles hand the ball to Dylan Bundy, who has been dealing so far. Bundy (4-1, 1.82 ERA) allowed a pair of runs on five hits over seven innings in a win at Boston his last time out. He's allowed just three runs on 14 hits, striking out 14 batters in 20 1/3 innings in three home starts in 2017. The Orioles are 12-3 in their last 15 home games. Take BAL. GL, Jesse Schule
05-06-17	Cardinals -103 v. Braves	Top	5-3	Win	100	7 h 37 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. The Cards won 10-0 in Atlanta Friday, and they are just 1.5 games back of first place Chicago in the NL Central. I like St. Louis in Game 2 here against the Braves. Mike Leake will the slab for St. Louis, and he's been dealing lately. Leake (3-1, 1.35 ERA) allowed one run on eight hits, striking out five in six innings in a no decision at Cincinnati his last time out. He had allowed just three runs while winning three straight starts before that. He's owned the Braves, going 2-1 with a 1.63 ERA in four starts versus Atlanta since 2014. The Braves hand the ball to their ace Julio Teheran, who has been roughed up in two of his last three starts. Teheran (2-2, 4.33 ERA) allowed six runs on six hits and three walks over six innings in a home loss to the Mets his last time out. He was rocked for seven runs on seven hits and three walks in just four innings in a loss to the Nats in his previous home start. He's struggled with his command, walking 10 batters in his last three appearances. Stephen Piscotty is 2-for-2 lifetime versus the Braves Ace. Take STL. GL, Jesse Schule
05-06-17	Brewers v. Pirates -153	Top	1-2	Win	100	7 h 33 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Pirates beat the Brewers 4-0 in the series opener, and despite sitting last in the NL Central, they do have a winning record at home. I like the Bucs with their ace on the mound in Game 2. Gerrit Cole will toe the slab for the Pirates, and he's been sharp at home. Cole (1-3, 3.50 ERA) allowed just two earned runs on five hits, striking out seven over six innings in a no decision at Cincinnati his last time out. He owns a spectacular 2.08 ERA in 13 innings pitches at PNC Park in 2017. The Brewers hand the ball to Matt Garza, who has always been a better pitcher in his home park. He was 2-6 with a 5.43 ERA in 11 starts on the road last year, and this is his first start away from Milwaukee this season. He was 1-3 with a 4.66 ERA in four starts against the Pirates last year. The Brewers are 4-11 in their last 15 when Garza starts on the road. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule
05-06-17	Indians v. Royals +101	Top	3-1	Loss	-100	17 h 49 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Kansas City Royals. The Royals are the last place team in the AL Central, but they do have a winning home record. They won Game 1 of this home series versus Cleveland, and I like the Royals in Game 2 this afternoon. Jason Vargas will toe the rubber for the Royals, and he's been dominant for the most part this season. Vargas (4-1, 1.42 ERA) allowed one run on five hits over six innings in a home win over Chicago his last time out. He's 3-0 with a 0.44 ERA in three home starts in 2017. He's had plenty of success against Cleveland, going 4-1 with a 4.23 ERA in his last eight starts against The Tribe. The Indians hand the ball to Josh Tomlin, who hasn't missed many bats lately. Tomlin (2-3, 8.87 ERA) allowed four runs on eight hits in five innings in a home win over Seattle his last time out. The Royals have seen plenty of Tomlin over the years, and they are batting a combined .302 with eight home runs and 31 RBIs in 232 total at bats against him. The Indians have lost eight of their last 10 versus a left-handed starter. Take KC. GL, Jesse Schule
05-05-17	Oilers v. Ducks -135	Top	3-4	Win	100	21 h 46 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Anaheim Ducks. The Oilers have lost all the momentum in this series after back to back home losses, and now they head to Anaheim for a pivotal Game 5. Ryan Getzlaf took over the game in Edmonton on Wednesday night, scoring a pair of goals and adding a couple of assists. Edmonton fans are focused on the fact that three of the Ducks four goals were controversial, but the reality is that the Oilers were sloppy defensively, failing to get the puck out of the defensive zone. Corey Perry has been one of the league's most prolific scorers over the past decade, but prior to Game 4 he had been a non factor. He was a +3 in the last game, and appears to be re-energized after being bumped up to the first line. The home team has yet to win a game in this series, but the Ducks home record over the last several seasons suggest that it's only a matter of time before home ice advantage comes into play. Edmonton had lost nine of 11 visits to the Duck Pond before this series started, and Anaheim is 44-21 in it's last 65 home games. Take ANA. GL, Jesse Schule
05-05-17	Diamondbacks -107 v. Rockies	Top	6-3	Win	100	9 h 45 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Arizona Diamondbacks. The D'Backs are a game and a half back of the Rockies in the NL West, but they have a chance to close the gap in Game 1 of this series in Colorado with their ace on the mound. Zack Grienke (2-2, 3.19 ERA) allowed three runs on seven hits, striking out nine in seven innings in a no decision versus Colorado his last time out. He's 4-2 with a 3.92 ERA in his last 10 starts against the Rockies, and he's 1-0 with a 4.05 ERA in his last four starts at Coors Field. The Rockies hand the ball to German Marquez, who was rocked for eight runs on nine hits and three walks in just four innings in his only previous start at home this season. Colorado is 0-4 in Marquez's last four starts, and they've lost six of the last eight in this series versus Arizona. Take ARI. GL, Jesse Schule
05-05-17	Predators v. Blues UNDER 5	Top	1-2	Win	100	18 h 5 m	Show
This is a 10* play on NAS@STL to go UNDER the total. The Blues face elimination in Game 5 on home ice, and I am expecting another tight, defensive battle here. I took the under in Game 3, and this is what I had to say prior to the game: "The Nashville Predators return home with their second round series versus St. Louis deadlocked at 1-1. The Blues won Game 2 by a score of 3-2, and most of the scoring in that game came in the third period. Goals could be hard to come by here in Nashville, as Pekka Rinne leads all goaltenders with a 1.44 GAA and a .949 save percentage in the playoffs. Only one of Nashville's six playoff games has seen more than five goals, and seven of the last 10 meetings in this series has failed to go over the total. Over the years the Blues have a history of playing low scoring games at Bridgestone Arena. The under is 29-7-6 in the last 42 meetings in Nashville. The Predators haven't gone over the total in any of their last five home games. We should see both goaltenders shine here in today's matinee in the Music City." Jake Allen has played well for the Blues, posting a .936 save percentage in the playoffs. Scoring chances should be hard to come by tonight in St. Louis. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-05-17	Blue Jays v. Rays -139	Top	8-4	Loss	-139	17 h 19 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Tampa Rays. The Rays lost 4-1 at Toronto last week, despite Chris Archer tossing a gem. He went 7 1/3 innings, allowing one run on four hits while striking out five. I said the following about Archer before his last start: "Chris Archer will toe the rubber for the Rays, and he's owned Toronto in his career. Archer (2-1, 3.94 ERA) allowed five runs on six hits over 6 2/3 innings in a 6-3 loss at Baltimore his last time out. He's 5-4 with a 3.49 ERA his last 12 starts against the Jays." Toronto will hand the ball to Francisco Liriano, who was roughed up in Tampa in his season debut. He didn't even get out of the first inning in that game, allowing five runs on three hits and four walks. He's allowed seven runs on eight hits and eight walks over 5 2/3 innings in two appearances on the road this season. The Jays lineup is hitting a combined .210 with 67 strikeouts in 243 at bats versus Archer. Take TB. GL, Jesse Schule
05-05-17	Yankees +110 v. Cubs	Top	3-2	Win	110	12 h 30 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the New York Yankees. The Cubs beat Philly by a score of 5-4 in 13 innings at Wrigley Thursday, and they host the Yankees in a matinee in the Windy City this afternoon. The Bronx Bombers took two of three in a home series versus the Blue Jays, and they are now sitting in first in the AL East. Michael Pineda will toe the slab for the Yankees, and he's been dealing lately. Pineda (3-1, 3.14 ERA) allowed two runs on five hits while striking out eight in 5 1/3 innings in a home win over the Orioles his last time out. The Yankees have won his last four starts, and he's racked up a whopping 37 strikeouts in 28 innings pitched this season. The Cubs hand the ball to Kyle Hendricks, who hasn't pitched as well as he did last season. Hendricks (2-1, 4.18 ERA) allowed a pair of runs on three hits over six innings in a 6-2 loss at Boston his last time out. He's allowed seven runs on 10 hits and six walks over just 10 innings in two home starts. The Yankees are 5-1 in their last six versus the Cubs. Take NYY. GL, Jesse Schule
05-04-17	Jazz v. Warriors OVER 204.5	Top	104-115	Win	100	12 h 48 m	Show
This is a 10* play on UTAH@GS to go OVER the total. The Warriors shot just 24.1 percent from three-point range in Game 1, and the total fell short of the number (206.5). We see an even lower number here in Game 2, and I expect the sharp shooting Warriors to be just a bit more accurate from long range in tonight's game. Here is what I said before the series started: "The Warriors scored an average of 119 points per game in a four game sweep in their first round series versus Portland. That's well above the 115.9 points per game they averaged while leading the league in scoring during the regular season. The Jazz were the league's top defensive team this year, but they gave up an average of 97.7 points per game in a seven game series versus the Clippers in the first round, slightly more than their regular season average of 96.8 points per game. So much for the traditional logic that scoring goes down in the playoffs. Both these teams have a history of playing high scoring games in the playoffs. The Warriors have gone over in five of their last six Conference Semifinal games, while the over is 6-0-1 in Utah's last seven in the second round of the playoffs. The oddsmakers have set a low number here, and I think the value is on a play on the over." Take OVER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-04-17	Angels v. Mariners -134	Top	3-11	Win	100	11 h 13 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Seattle Mariners. The Mariners rallied to beat the Angels by a score of 8-7 at Safeco last night, and I like Seattle in the rubber match of this series tonight. Ariel Miranda will toe the slab for Seattle, and he's been dealing lately. Miranda (2-2, 3.81 ERA) allowed on run on two hits, striking out seven in 5 1/3 innings in a 3-1 win at Cleveland his last time out. He tossed seven scoreless innings in a win over Miami in his last home start. The Halos hand the ball to right-hander Alex Meyer, who wasn't impressive in his season debut. The 27 year old allowed a pair of runs on two hits and four walks, using 75 pitches to get through 3 2/3 innings in a loss to Toronto. The Mariners are 6-2 in their last eight at Safeco. Take SEA. GL, Jesse Schule
05-04-17	Senators v. Rangers UNDER 5	Top	1-4	Push	0	18 h 20 m	Show
10*
05-04-17	Rockies +103 v. Padres	Top	3-2	Win	103	14 h 26 m	Show
10*
05-03-17	Rockets v. Spurs UNDER 216	Top	96-121	Loss	-102	10 h 17 m	Show
This is a 10* play on HOU@SA to go UNDER the total. The Rockets destroyed the Spurs in Game 1 of this series, winning by a score of 126-99 at San Antonio. They hit a whopping 22 three-point shots, and held the Spurs to 36.9 percent shooting. It's gut check time for the Spurs, and I expect Popovich to have his team ready to fight here in Game 2. The Spurs should step up their defensive intensity, and this game should be a lot closer than the series opener. During the regular season these teams went under in all four meetings, and all of those games were decided by six points or less. Houston has played low scoring games when in the role of underdog on the road. The under is 10-2-1 in the Rockets last 13 road games versus a team with a winning home record. The Spurs are probably the best coached team in the league, and that's one reason why they almost always respond after a double-digit home loss. The Rockets can expect this game to be a lot tougher than Game 1. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-03-17	Capitals v. Penguins +105	Top	2-3	Win	105	8 h 13 m	Show
This is 10* play on the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Capitals dominated the Penguins in Pittsburgh in Game 3, but still they needed overtime to sneak away with a 3-2 win. Braden Holtby hasn't played well in these playoffs, but he looked confident in his last start. His confidence must have taken a big hit when he allowed a pair of late goals, allowing the Penguins to tie the game and force the extra period. He was only asked to make one save in overtime, and I think he comes into Game 4 just as fragile as he was after playing poorly in the first two games in Washington. The bookmakers have made Washington a favorite in this game because of the injury to Crosby, but I still think the Penguins should be the favorite on home ice. Crosby is the best player in the world, but Evgeni Malkin isn't far behind. Malkin leads all scorers with 15 points so far in the post-season, and he's stepped up his game when the Penguins have been without Crosby in the past. In 117 career games without Crosby, Malkin has 66 goals and 88 assists. Alex Ovechkin has seven points so far in the playoffs, less than half of Malkin's production. Take PIT. GL, Jesse Schule
05-03-17	Juventus v. AS Monaco OVER 2.5	Top	2-0	Loss	-110	52 h 25 m	Show
This is a 10* play on Monaco vs Juventus to go OVER the total. The Series A leaders Juventus will visit Monaco in a Champions League Semi Final match Wednesday, and these teams have contrasting styles. Monaco was the highest scoring team in Europe this season, averaging more than three goals per game. The French side has averaged a goal every 32 minutes at home, and nine of Monaco's last 10 matches have seen at least three goals scored. Juventus has scored at least two goals in five of it's last six matches, but the Italians are known more for their defensive prowess. They have posted clean sheets in seven of their last 10 matches. I expect to see Monaco play an aggressive brand of football here at home, allowing Juventus to take advantage of any mistake with a dangerous counter attack. When all is said and done I expect both teams to score, and we should see an exciting match with at least three total goals. Take OVER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-02-17	Rockies -108 v. Padres	Top	2-6	Loss	-108	24 h 4 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Colorado Rockies. The Rockies are sitting in first place in the NL West, and they play at last place San Diego tonight. Tyler Chatwood will toe the rubber for the Rockies, and he's got great numbers away from Colorado. Chatwood (2-3, 4.88 ERA) allowed five runs on eight hits and three walks over five innings in a home loss to Washington his last time out. He tossed a complete game (two hit) shutout in his last road start. He's 8-1 with a 2.18 ERA in his last 15 road starts. The Padres hand the ball to Trevor Cahill, who the Rockies have hit hard in past meetings. Cahill (1-2, 4.50 ERA) allowed five runs on nine hits over 5 2/3 innings in a no decision versus Arizona his last time out. The Rockies are hitting .308 over a combined 91 at bats versus Cahill. Colorado is 12-4 in their last 16 when Chatwood starts on the road. Take COL. GL, Jesse Schule
05-02-17	Angels v. Mariners -144	Top	6-4	Loss	-144	24 h 4 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Seattle Mariners. The Mariners have not seen much of their home field this season, playing 17 of their first 26 games on the road. They are 6-3 in nine games at Safeco, and I'll take the M's in Game 1 of a home series versus LA. John Paxton will toe the slab for Seattle, and he's been lights out at Safeco. Paxton (3-0, 1.39 ERA) tossed seven scoreless innings, striking out nine in a win at Detroit his last time out. He's posted zeros in four of his five starts this season. He's 3-2 with a 2.17 ERA in his last seven starts against LA. The Halos hand the ball to Matt Shoemaker, who has struggled so far. Shoemaker (1-1, 4.73 ERA) allowed a pair of runs on seven hits and two walks over just five innings in a win over Oakland his last time out. He was 1-2 with a 5.40 ERA in four starts versus Seattle last year. Nelson Cruz and Robinson Cano have combined to hit four home runs in 45 at bats versus Shoemaker. Take SEA. GL, Jesse Schule
05-02-17	Blues v. Predators -158	Top	1-2	Win	100	21 h 21 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Nashville Predators. After a shocking first round win over Chicago, the Predators are in the driver's seat in their second round series versus St. Louis. They come into Game 4 on home ice with a 2-1 series lead, and I like their chances of taking a commanding 3-1 lead. Here is what I said prior to Game 3: "The Nashville Predators return home with their second round series versus St. Louis deadlocked at 1-1. The Blues won Game 2 by a score of 3-2, and most of the scoring in that game came in the third period. Goals could be hard to come by here in Nashville, as Pekka Rinne leads all goaltenders with a 1.44 GAA and a .949 save percentage in the playoffs. Only one of Nashville's six playoff games has seen more than five goals, and seven of the last 10 meetings in this series has failed to go over the total. Over the years the Blues have a history of playing low scoring games at Bridgestone Arena. The under is 29-7-6 in the last 42 meetings in Nashville. The Predators haven't gone over the total in any of their last five home games." Jake Allen hasn't been as sharp as his counterpart, and that could be the difference in Game 4, and the series. Take NASH. GL, Jesse Schule
05-02-17	A's v. Twins -138	Top	1-9	Win	100	22 h 3 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Minnesota Twins. The Twins are off to a great start, sitting just one game out of first in the AL Central. They host the A's tonight, and I'll take Minny with ace Ervin Santana on the hill. Santana (4-0, 0.77 ERA) allowed one runs on four hits, fanning six in seven innings in a win at Texas his last time out. He's allowed a pair of runs on seven hits, striking out 20 in 22 innings in three home starts so far. He's 2-1 with a 1.14 ERA in his last three starts versus Oakland. The A's hand the ball to Sonny Gray, who makes his 2017 season debut. The right-hander really struggled last season, and he lost his only start versus Minnesota. He's 0-2 with a 4.50 ERA in two starts against the Twins since 2014. The A's are 1-6 in their last seven road games, and they've lost six of Gray's last seven starts on the road. Take Minny. GL, Jesse Schule
05-02-17	Rangers +1.5 v. Astros	Top	7-8	Win	100	20 h 5 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Texas Rangers +1.5. The Rangers lost the series opener in Houston by a score of 6-2 last night, but I like Texas to even the series with their ace on the mound Tuesday. Cole Hamels will the rubber for the Rangers, and he owns Houston. Hamels (2-0, 3.03 ERA) allowed three runs on seven hits over 6 2/3 innings in a home win over the Twins his last time out. He's 2-0 with a 2.20 ERA in his last four starts versus the Astros. Houston will hand the ball to Mike Fiers, who is still looking for his first win of the season. Fiers (0-1, 5.12 ERA) allowed a pair of runs on five hits and three walks over just 4 1/3 innings in a loss to Cleveland his last time out. He's been really hurt by the long ball, surrendering a whopping eight home runs in just 19 innings pitched in 2017. Texas has won seven of it's last 10 at Minute Maid Park. Take TEX. GL, Jesse Schule
05-02-17	Rays v. Marlins OVER 7.5	Top	3-1	Loss	-105	20 h 37 m	Show
This is a 10* play on TB@MIA to go OVER the total. The Rays beat the Fish by a score of 4-2 in Game 1 on Monday, but I expect to see more offense in Game 2 here tonight. Alex Cobb will toe the rubber for the Rays, and he's been struggling lately. Cobb (1-2, 4.66 ERA) allowed three runs on eight hits and two walks over five innings in a 5-4 loss at Baltimore his last time out. He had allowed at least four runs in three consecutive starts prior to the loss to the Orioles. The Fish hand the ball to Edinson Volquez, who has been hit hard in previous meetings with Tampa. Volquez (0-3, 4.44 ERA) allowed three runs on six hits and four walks over 5 2/3 innings in a loss to Philly his last time out. He's walked a dozen batters over 13 1/3 innings in his last three starts. The Rays are batting .336 with five home runs in a combined 110 at bats against Volquez. The over is 9-0 in Cobb's last nine road starts. Take OVER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-02-17	Senators v. Rangers UNDER 5	Top	1-4	Push	0	20 h 23 m	Show
This is a 10* play on OTT@NYR to go under the total. The Senators won in dramatic fashion in Game 2 in Ottawa, and while the two teams scored a combined 11 goals in that game, they scored just once in the final two periods. Here is what I said before the series started: "The Senators aren't getting a lot of respect here in the post-season, as most people are picking the Rangers to win this second round series. It's tough to bet against Ottawa though, especially considering the play of goaltender Craig Anderson. He had the second best save percentage in the NHL this season, and he's been dominating here in the playoffs. Defenseman Erik Karlsson has also been on top of his game for the Senators, who ranked 22nd in the league in scoring during the regular season. The Sens aren't a flashy team, and they don't have a lot of star power up front. They got this far with solid goaltending and a rock solid blue line. They play a tough, gritty style that just might be effective here against the Rangers. New York had little trouble scoring during the regular season, but they scored just 11 goals on Carey Price in six games in their first round series versus Montreal. The Habs carried the play for most of the series, but struggled to score on Henrik Lundqvist. History suggests that goals will be hard to come by here, as eight of the last 10 meetings between the two teams has gone under the total. The under is 16-6-7 in the last 29 meetings in Ottawa" Take UNDER . GL, Jesse Schule
05-01-17	Pirates v. Reds OVER 8	Top	3-4	Loss	-120	11 h 8 m	Show
This is a 10* play on PIT@CIN to go OVER the total. The Reds host Pittsburgh in Game 1 of a four game series in Cincinnati Monday, and I am expecting a slugfest. Gerrit Cole will toe the slab for the visitors, and the right-hander has always struggled against Cincinnati. While he has dominated most opponents, he's 0-6 with a 5.44 ERA in his last eight starts versus the Reds. Cincinnati's lineup is hitting .303 over a combined 89 at bats versus Cole. The Reds hand the ball to 24 year old southpaw Amir Garrett, who came crashing down to earth in his last start. Garrett (2-2, 5.09 ERA) had been dominant in his first three starts, but he was torched for 10 runs on eight hits and four walks in just 3 1/3 innings in a loss to the Brewers in his last outing. Milwaukee took him deep three times in that brief outing. The over is 5-1-1 in the last seven meetings in this series, and the Reds have gone over in eight straight overall. Take OVER. GL, Jesse Schule
05-01-17	Raptors +7 v. Cavs	Top	105-116	Loss	-107	56 h 44 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Toronto Raptors. While the Cavs swept Indiana in the first round, they didn't really look sharp in those four games. Cleveland is asked to cover a seven point spread here in Game 1 versus the Raptors, despite the fact that all four games against the Pacers were decided by six points or less. LeBron James is still the best player in the NBA, but Kyrie Irving has looked pretty average lately. He shot over 40 percent from beyond the arc during the regular season, but is hitting just over 20 percent from three-point range in the playoffs. He averaged 5.8 assists per game during the season, but is averaging just 3 APG in the post-season. Cleveland won three of four versus the Raptors during the regular season, but all three of those wins came in gamed decided by less than five points. Toronto is 5-1 ATS in it's last six road games, while the Cavs are 0-4 ATS in their last five at home. The road team is 5-0 ATS in the last five meetings between the two teams. Take TOR. GL, Jesse Schule
04-30-17	Blues v. Predators UNDER 5	Top	1-3	Win	100	6 h 47 m	Show
This is a 10* play on STL@NAS to go UNDER the total. The Nashville Predators return home with their second round series versus St. Louis deadlocked at 1-1. The Blues won Game 2 by a score of 3-2, and most of the scoring in that game came in the third period. Goals could be hard to come by here in Nashville, as Pekka Rinne leads all goaltenders with a 1.44 GAA and a .949 save percentage in the playoffs. Only one of Nashville's six playoff games has seen more than five goals, and seven of the last 10 meetings in this series has failed to go over the total. Over the years the Blues have a history of playing low scoring games at Bridgestone Arena. The under is 29-7-6 in the last 42 meetings in Nashville. The Predators haven't gone over the total in any of their last five home games. We should see both goaltenders shine here in today's matinee in the Music City. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
04-30-17	Braves v. Brewers -105	Top	3-4	Win	100	21 h 26 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Milwaukee Brewers. The Brewers host the Braves in Game 3 at Miller Park Sunday, and I like the home team with veteran Matt Garza on the mound. Garza (0-0, 2.25 ERA) allowed one earned run on four hits, striking out four in four innings in his season debut. He was only able make eight starts at Miller Park last year, and he was 4-2 with a 3.38 ERA in those games. One of those games was a win over the Braves, and he allowed a pair of runs on seven hits in six innings in a win. The Braves hand the ball to Mike Foltynewizc, who is winless in four starts so far. The right-hander allowed one run on four hits while striking out nine in seven innings, not factoring in the decision in a loss to Philly his last time out. Ryan Braun is swinging a hot bat for the Brewers, and he was 3-for-5 with a home run and a pair of RBIs in Game 1 of this series. Braun is 2-for-3 lifetime versus Foltynewizc. Take MIL. GL, Jesse Schule
04-30-17	A's v. Astros UNDER 8	Top	2-7	Loss	-110	21 h 20 m	Show
This is a 10* play on OAK@HOU to go UNDER the total. Houston is in first place in the AL West, three games clear of the Angels. The Astros host Oakland in the final game of a three games series at Minute Maid Park on Sunday, and they will be a big favorite with their ace on the mound. Dallas Keuchel (4-0, 1.22 ERA) went the distance in a 4-2 win at Cleveland his last time out, allowing just a pair of runs on six hits. He's 23-10 with a 2.43 ERA in 43 starts in Houston since 2014, and he's 2-1 with a 1.91 ERA in his last nine starts against the A's. Oakland will hand the ball to Jesse Hahn, who tossed eight scoreless innings in a no decision at LA his last time out. He's really been roughed up in his last two starts at Houston, going 0-2 with a 13.50 ERA. The under is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Houston. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
04-30-17	Arsenal v. Tottenham Hotspur -125	Top	0-2	Win	100	19 h 53 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Tottenham Spurs. The Spurs are just four points behind Premier League leaders Chelsea, and they have the best goal differential in the league. They host Arsenal on Sunday, and this match will be the last London Derby at White Hart Lane. The Gunners have had a disappointing season, sitting in 6th place 16 points behind the Spurs. Tottenham has won five straight at home, out-scoring opponents 13-3 in those matches. The Gunners are 1-2-1 in their last four trips to White Hart Lane, and they are 1-4 in their last five matches away from Emirates Stadium. Arsenal could be without Laurent Koscielny (knee), and defender Shkodran Mustafi (thigh) who is out for another two weeks. David Ospina (back), Lucas Perez (thigh) and Santi Cazorla (Achilles) are all expected to miss Sunday's match. While these teams have played to a lot of draws in the past, a draw does Tottenham no good here. The Spurs need to get maximum points in order to keep their title hopes alive. Take SPURS. GL, Jesse Schule
04-29-17	Rangers v. Senators UNDER 5	Top	5-6	Loss	-117	5 h 40 m	Show
This is a 10* play on NYR@OTT to go UNDER the total. Henrik Lundqvist stopped 41-of-43 shots in a 2-1 loss in Game 1, but was on the losing end of a 2-1 game. Both these teams are getting great goaltending, and another low scoring battle is expected again in Game 2. Here is what I said before the series started: "The Senators aren't getting a lot of respect here in the post-season, as most people are picking the Rangers to win this second round series. It's tough to bet against Ottawa though, especially considering the play of goaltender Craig Anderson. He had the second best save percentage in the NHL this season, and he's been dominating here in the playoffs. Defenseman Erik Karlsson has also been on top of his game for the Senators, who ranked 22nd in the league in scoring during the regular season. The Sens aren't a flashy team, and they don't have a lot of star power up front. They got this far with solid goaltending and a rock solid blue line. They play a tough, gritty style that just might be effective here against the Rangers. New York had little trouble scoring during the regular season, but they scored just 11 goals on Carey Price in six games in their first round series versus Montreal. The Habs carried the play for most of the series, but struggled to score on Henrik Lundqvist. History suggests that goals will be hard to come by here, as eight of the last 10 meetings between the two teams has gone under the total. The under is 16-6-7 in the last 29 meetings in Ottawa" Take UNDER . GL, Jesse Schule
04-29-17	White Sox v. Tigers UNDER 8	Top	6-4	Loss	-105	3 h 33 m	Show
This is a 10* play on CWS@DET to go UNDER the total. The Tigers have lost three straight at home, scoring a total of just four runs in those games. They host the White Sox in Game 2 of this home series here on Saturday, and I expect to see a pitcher's duel in the Motor City. Michael Fulmer will toe the slab for the Tigers, and he's pitched well during the day in his career. Fulmer (2-1, 2.88 ERA) is 2-0 with a 2.37 ERA in three starts in the afternoon this season, after going 5-0 with a 1.78 ERA in eight starts in the afternoon in his rookie season. The White Sox hand the ball to veteran southpaw Derek Holland, who is dealing so far in 2017. Holland (2-2, 1.99 ERA) allowed just one run on three hits, striking out six in six innings in a win over Cleveland his last time out. He was 3-1 with a 2.73 ERA in five appearances in the afternoon last year, significantly better than is 4-8, 5.67 ERA under the lights. The under is 4-0 in Tigers last 4 home games vs. a left-handed starter. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
04-28-17	Twins v. Royals -126	Top	6-4	Loss	-126	10 h 11 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Kansas City Royals. The Royals come into Game 1 of this home series versus Minnesota as losers of seven straight, but all seven of those losses came on the road. They are 5-1 in their last six home games, and I like the Royals with Ian Kennedy on the mound here tonight. Kennedy (0-2, 2.08 ERA) allowed one run on four hits over seven innings in a 2-1 loss at Texas his last time out. In two home starts he's allowed a pair of runs on eight hits, striking out 14 in 14 innings. The right-hander was 3-0 with a 2.86 ERA in five starts versus the Twins last year. Minnesota will hand the ball to Kyle Gibson, who hasn't missed many bats lately. Gibson (0-3, 9.00 ERA) was torched for seven runs on eight hits and two walks over just 2 2/3 innings in a home loss to Detroit his last time out. The Twins are 4-15 in their last 19 road games versus a right-handed starter. Take KC. GL, Jesse Schule
04-28-17	Celtics -135 v. Bulls	Top	105-83	Win	100	10 h 9 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Boston Celtics. The Celtics can close out this first round series versus Chicago tonight, but they'll have to win again on the road. After losing both Games 1 & 2 at home, they have now won three straight, with two of those wins coming here at the United Center. Here is what I said prior to Game 4: "The Chicago Bulls shocked the Celtics by winning back to back games in Boston, but they lost Game 3 of this series at home by a whopping 17 points. The Celtics can even the series at 2-2 with a win in Chicago tonight, and the Bulls might be in big trouble without PG Rajon Rondo. Without him they had more turnovers (17) than assists (14) in Game 3. Backup point-guards Michael Carter-Williams and Jerian Grant score a combined eight points on 3-of-10 shooting. The Celtics defense completely shut down Jimmy Butler in the last game, holding him to 14 points on 7-of-21 shooting. The Celtics didn't have any trouble winning on the road during the regular season, and the Bulls are just 2-5 ATS in their last seven home games versus a team with a winning road record. The Bulls appeared to be well on their way to recording the biggest upset of the first round, but the injury to Rondo may have derailed their playoff hopes." It would be a miracle if Rondo was able to play in Game 6, and even if he does, he won't be 100 percent. Take BOS. GL, Jesse Schule
04-27-17	Raptors v. Bucks UNDER 196	Top	92-89	Win	100	58 h 11 m	Show
This is a 10* play on TOR@MIL to go UNDER the total. We've seen some low scoring games between the Bucks and the Raptors in this Eastern Conference quarterfinals series, but Game 5 in Toronto was a bit of a shootout. The Raptors hit 57.7 percent from the field and went 12-of-27 from beyond the arc in a 118-83 victory. The previous two games in Milwaukee were low scoring, and I expect to see another defensive battle here tonight. The Bucks held Toronto to just 77 points on 33.8 percent shooting in Game 3, and the Raptors held Milwaukee to just 76 points 37 percent shooting in Game 4. These two teams have failed to reach the total in seven of the last 10 meetings, and the under is 8-1 in Raptors last nine road games versus a team with a winning home record. Toronto has trended toward lower scoring games on the road, going under in 19 of their last 26 away from Air Canada Center. The Bucks on the other hand play lower scoring games at home, going under in eight of their last 11 at the Bradley Center. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
04-27-17	Rangers v. Senators UNDER 5	Top	1-2	Win	100	53 h 10 m	Show
This is a 10* play on NYR@OTT to go UNDER the total. The Senators aren't getting a lot of respect here in the post-season, as most people are picking the Rangers to win this second round series. It's tough to bet against Ottawa though, especially considering the play of goaltender Craig Anderson. He had the second best save percentage in the NHL this season, and he's been dominating here in the playoffs. Defenseman Erik Karlsson has also been on top of his game for the Senators, who ranked 22nd in the league in scoring during the regular season. The Sens aren't a flashy team, and they don't have a lot of star power up front. They got this far with solid goaltending and a rock solid blue line. They play a tough, gritty style that just might be effective here against the Rangers. New York had little trouble scoring during the regular season, but they scored just 11 goals on Carey Price in six games in their first round series versus Montreal. The Habs carried the play for most of the series, but struggled to score on Henrik Lundqvist. History suggests that goals will be hard to come by here, as eight of the last 10 meetings between the two teams has gone under the total. The under is 16-6-7 in the last 29 meetings in Ottawa. Take UNDER . GL, Jesse Schule
04-27-17	Marlins v. Phillies -102	Top	2-3	Win	100	2 h 13 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Philadelphia Phillies. The Phillies have won five straight, and they go for the sweep here in Game 3 of this home series versus Miami. Jeremy Hellickson will toe the slab for Philly, and he has great numbers against the Fish. Last season he faced Miami six times, going 3-1 with a 2.01 ERA. The 30 year old right-hander has allowed just five runs in four starts this season, and Philly is 4-0 in those games. Miami will hand the ball to Edinson Volquez, who was pulled in the third inning in his last start. Volquez (0-2, 4.82 ERA) allowed fur runs on five hits and four walks in three innings in a 10-5 loss to Seattle his last time out. The Phillies haven't seen much of Volquez, but over 35 combined at bats they have hit .429 with a home run and six RBIs against him. Take PHI. GL, Jesse Schule
04-26-17	Oilers v. Ducks -127	Top	5-3	Loss	-127	8 h 43 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Anaheim Mighty Ducks. The Ducks swept the Calgary Flames in the first round, and now they face another Alberta team in the Western Conference semifinals. Anaheim found a way to win even without key defensemen Hampus Lindholm, Cam Fowler and Sami Vatanen, but all could be in the lineup for Game 1. With Chicago and San Jose going out in the first round, the Ducks are now the favorites to win the West. They will have home ice throughout the Conference Semis and Conference Finals, and that's a big deal for a team with a home record of 31-8-2. They also have a history of beating the Oilers at home, winning nine of their last 11 home games in this series. Veterans Corey Perry and Ryan Getzlaf each have Stanley Cup rings, and they know what it takes to win in the post-season. Kevin Bieksa and Ryan Kesler came close to getting rings with the Canucks in 2010, and they will be hungry here this time around. Edmonton is loaded with youth and talent, but it's going to be tough to keep the momentum going against an experienced team like the Ducks. Take ANA. GL, Jesse Schule
04-25-17	Jazz +3.5 v. Clippers	Top	96-92	Win	100	13 h 27 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Utah Jazz. The LA Clippers are in a tough spot here, playing at home without Blake Griffin against the Jazz in Game 5. This pivotal game will likely decide the series, and I like Utah's chances of recording another upset at the Staples Center. Griffin is the Clippers leading scorer, and they lost exactly half of the 22 games he missed this season. The Jazz won Game 4 despite Gordon Hayward missing most of the game due to food poisoning. Hayward played just nine minutes and scored a total of three points. The return of Rudy Gobert helped make up for it, the Jazz leading rebounder scored 15 points and pulled in 13 rebounds. Hayward is expected to be ready to go for tonight's game, and he led all scorers with 40 points in Game 3. The Jazz have covered the spread in five of their last seven trips to LA, and I just don't think the Clippers should be asked to cover points against the league's #1 defense without their leading scorer. Take UTAH. GL, Jesse Schule
04-25-17	Astros -119 v. Indians	Top	4-2	Win	100	21 h 8 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Houston Astros. The Astros come into Cleveland as winners of eight of their last 10, and they are sitting in first place in the AL West. Cleveland is tied for first in the AL Central, but the Indians have lost four of six at home so far. Dallas Keuchel will toe the slab for Houston in Game 1, and the Astros ace has been sharp lately. Keuchel (3-0, 0.96 ERA) allowed one run on eight hits, striking out seven in seven innings in a home win over the Angels his last time out. He's 2-0 with a 2.08 ERA in two starts versus The Tribe since 2014. The Indians hand the ball to Josh Tomlin, who has been roughed up pretty good in three starts. Tomlin (1-2, 11.68 ERA) has only had one home start this season, and he was pulled in the second inning of that game after giving up seven runs on eight hits against the White Sox. Tomlin's numbers at Progessive Field over the last three seasons are far from impressive, he's 11-12 with a 4.61 ERA in 32 appearances. Take HOU. GL, Jesse Schule
04-24-17	Warriors v. Blazers +7.5	Top	128-103	Loss	-110	28 h 38 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Portland Trail Blazers. The Warriors head into Game 4 looking to clinch this series in four straight games. They needed to come from behind in Game 3, trailing by 13 points at halftime. Normally a team down 0-3 in a series would only be playing for pride, but there might be a small glimpse of hope for the Blazers. Golden State is in a bit of trouble, with head coach Steve Kerr sidelined by an illness, and superstar Kevin Durant nursing a calf injury. Role players Matt Barnes and Shaun Livingston are also likely to miss Game 4. These teams met last year in the second round of the playoffs, and even when the Warriors had Portland on the ropes, the Blazers never stopped fighting. They were facing elimination in Game 5 in Oakland, and lost by a score of 125-121. They won Game 3 at home by double-digits, and lost in overtime in Game 4. The Blazers are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 home games, and 9-1 ATS in their last 10 playing on one day's rest. I'll take the points here with the home dog. Take POR. GL, Jesse Schule
04-22-17	Warriors v. Blazers OVER 217	Top	119-113	Win	100	12 h 14 m	Show
This is a 10* play on GS@POR to go OVER the total. The Warriors won Game 1 of this series by a score of 121-109, easily going over the total of 220. Game 2 was a lower scoring battle with the Warriors winning 110-81. The series shifts to Portland, and I am expecting a shootout in Game 3. These two teams met in the second round of last year's playoffs, and after a high scoring opener, they went under in Game 2. The Blazers won Game 3 by a score of 120-108, and I'm expecting tonight's game to follow that same script. The Blazers have gone over in six of their last seven home meetings with Golden State, and the one game that went under was a 113-11 Warriors win, falling shot of the total of 224.5. Tonight's total is far lower than it was in any of the last six meetings in this series. The Blazers averaged 109.9 points per game at home this season, while the Warriors averaged 213 points per game on the road. Both teams like to play a similar style, and we should see plenty of scoring here in tonight's pivotal Game 3. Take OVER. GL, Jesse Schule
04-22-17	Canadiens v. Rangers UNDER 5	Top	1-3	Win	100	28 h 28 m	Show
This is a 10* play on MTL@NYR to go UNDER the total. The Habs won Game 3 of this series by a score of 3-1, and I bet the under in that game. Here is what I said before the opening faceoff: "The Habs couldn't beat Henrik Lundqvist in Game 1, losing by a score of 2-0. They were 15 seconds away from losing Game 2 by a score of 3-2, but tied the game and went on to win 4-3 in overtime. Carey Price hasn't been at his best so far in this series, but I am still expecting him to steal a game or two for Montreal. These two teams have gone over the total just once in the last 11 meetings at Madison Square Garden. Montreal has played low scoring games on the road, going over the total just three times in their last 19 games away from the Bell Center. The under is 14-4-6 in the last 24 meetings between the two teams" Montreal held the Rangers to just 21 shots on goal, and Carey Price was just two minutes away from a shutout. The Habs lost Game 4 by a score of 2-1, and both of New York's goals came on terrible blunders from Montreal defensemen. The goaltending has been outstanding in this series so far, and it would appear that another low scoring battle is inevitable here in Game 6 at Madison Square Gardens. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
04-22-17	Dodgers v. Diamondbacks -105	Top	5-11	Win	100	28 h 23 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Arizona Diamondbacks. Arizona heads into this home series versus the Dodgers sitting just half a game out of first in the NL West. These teams split a four game series in LA, and one of Arizona's wins in that series came with Robbie Ray on the hill. Ray (1-0, 1.96 ERA) allowed just one earned run on three hits, striking out 10 in six innings, helping Arizona win 4-2. I bet on Arizona in that game, and here is what I said about Ray: "He's pitched well in previous meetings with the Dodgers, going 3-3 with a 2.98 ERA in his last eight starts against them. The Dodgers lineup is batting just .215 over 93 combined at bats against Ray." The Dodgers hand the ball to Kenta Maeda, who has not been sharp so far. Maeda (1-1, 7.07 ERA) allowed four runs on four hits, allowing one walk and a home run in four innings against the D'Backs in his last start. He allowed nine runs on 16 hits over 15 2/3 innings in three starts at Chase Field last year. The Dodgers really struggle against left-handed pitching, batting just .225 versus southpaws this year. This is nothing new, they hit just .213 versus left-handed pitching in 2016. Take ARI. GL, Jesse Schule
04-21-17	Clippers v. Jazz UNDER 197	Top	111-106	Loss	-108	32 h 51 m	Show
This is a 10* play on LAC@UTAH to go UNDER the total. After back to back unders in the first two games in this series, I don't think there's any reason to expect a different result when the series shifts to Utah. Here is what I said prior to Game 2: "The Jazz upset the Clippers in Game 1, holding LA to 95 points on 44.4 percent shooting. Utah led the NBA in opponent's scoring average during the regular season, allowing just 96.8 points per game. Game 1 of this series fell well short of the total, and it was the fourth time in Utah's last five games at LA that the total landed below the number. Utah has also gone under in four of it's last five road games. The Clippers are an above average defensive team, and here in a "must win", they should step up the intensity. DeAndre Jordan ranks third in the NBA averaging three blocks per game, and he blocked three shots in Game 1. Playoff basketball is often a lot more defensive than the style of play seen during the regular season. That is evidenced by the fact that the Jazz have gone under in five straight Conference Quarterfinals games, and LA has failed to reach the total in five of their last seven in the first round of the playoffs." Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
04-21-17	Maple Leafs v. Capitals -1.5	Top	1-2	Loss	-100	27 h 51 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Washington Capitals -1.5. The Capitals were supposed to beat the Leafs in 4-5 games, but they head back to Washington with the series tied 2-2. Game 5 is an absolute "must win" for Washington, a team that is trying to shake it's reputation as a playoff bust. The Caps have come out like gangbusters in each of the last two games, building big early leads. The Leafs were able to come from behind to win Game 3 in overtime, but they couldn't come back in Game 4. In fact if it wasn't for a bad call on a disallowed goal, the last game wouldn't have been close. Washington ranked 3rd in the league in scoring, and they had the 3rd best power play in the league during the regular season. They allowed fewer goals than any other team in the league, and Braden Holtby ranked second in the NHL in GAA during the regular season, and third in save percentage. This is a game that the Capitals simply can't afford to lose. I expect to see them start fast as they did in Games 3 and 4, but this time I don't think the Leafs will be able to come back. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule
04-20-17	Sharks +113 v. Oilers	Top	3-4	Loss	-100	9 h 31 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the San Jose Sharks. I have the Sharks winning this first round series versus Edmonton, and here is what I said before the series started: "The Edmonton Oilers finished second in the Pacific Division, just four points ahead of San Jose. They will host the Sharks in the first round of the playoffs, and Game 1 goes Wednesday night at Rexall Place. Both these teams play an exciting brand of hockey, and I expect to see plenty of scoring in the series opener. The over was 3-0-2 in five meetings in the season series, and the two teams combined to score 13 goals in two games in Edmonton. The Oilers captain Connor McDavid led the NHL in scoring with 100 points this season, and the Sharks Brett Burns was the league's top scoring defenseman. The Sharks went all the way to the Stanley Cup Finals last season, and they opened the post-season with a 4-3 win over the Kings. I expect a similar score here in Game 1 in Edmonton. The Oilers are young, fast and loaded with talent, but the Sharks have experienced veterans that have been here before." The Sharks took Game 1 here in Edmonton, and now they return for a pivotal Game 5 with the series tied 2-2. While I expect Edmonton to respond after an embarrassing loss, I also believe that their inferior defensive play has been exposed. I'll take experience over youth here in this one. Take SJS. GL, Jesse Schule
04-20-17	Mariners -147 v. A's	Top	6-9	Loss	-147	7 h 23 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Seattle Mariners. After winning six of nine at home, the Mariners head out on the road to face Oakland in Game 1 of a four game series. The Athletics have lost three of five on their current home stand, and they face a red hot left-hander here in tonight's game. James Paxton (2-0, 0.00 ERA) has allowed just eight hits and no runs while striking out 22 in 21 innings of work so far. He's 2-0 with a 2.75 ERA in his last three starts versus the A's. Oakland will hand the ball to Cesar Valdez, who at the age of 32 has made just two major league starts. He hasn't pitched in the majors since 2010, but got the call up from Triple A Nashville after an injury to Kendall Graveman. The Mariners are 20-6 in the last 26 meetings in Oakland, while the A's have lost 13 of their last 18 home games. Take SEA. GL, Jesse Schule
04-20-17	Raptors v. Bucks UNDER 197	Top	77-104	Win	100	29 h 48 m	Show
This is a 10* play on TOR@MIL to go UNDER the total. I hit the under in Game 1 of this series, and then I didn't have a bet on Game 2, when the total went way over. Both teams shot close to 50 percent from three-point range in Game 2, well above their season averages. That's unlikely to happen again here in Milwaukee in Game 3. I expect tonight's game to be similar to Game 1, and here is what I had to say before this series started: "The Milwaukee Bucks will face the Raptors in Toronto tonight, and the Bucks lost three of four games in the season series. Three of those four games went under the total, and the Bucks scored an average of just 96.5 points in those games. Milwaukee had a strong second half, and finished ranked top 10 in the NBA in opponent's scoring average. The Bucks have failed to reach the total in eight of their last 10 versus the Raptors, and four of their last five at Toronto. Scoring normally goes down in the playoffs, and the under is 9-2-2 in Milwaukee's last 13 Conference Quarterfinals games. The Raptors have gone under in six of their last seven Conference Quarterfinals games. Last year in their first round series versus the Pacers, six of seven games failed to reach a total of 200 points" Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
04-19-17	Rockies v. Dodgers -0.5	Top	2-4	Win	100	9 h 37 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the LAD -1.5. Clayton Kershaw lost at Coors Field earlier this month, but he had owned the Rockies prior to that game. Here is what I said prior to the Dodgers loss at Colorado on April 8th. "Colorado's Coors Field is the most intimidating ballpark in the majors for pitchers, but that doesn't seem to apply to Clayton Kershaw. He's 8-0 with a 1.91 ERA in nine starts versus the Rockies since 2014, and he's 3-0 with a 2.81 ERA in four starts at Coors Field during that span. Kershaw was dealing on Opening Day, going seven strong innings, striking out eight and allowing just one earned run. The Rockies lineup is batting just .214 with a whopping 76 strikeouts over a combined 243 at bats." The Rockies hand the ball to Tyler Anderson, who was rocked by the Dodgers at home in the last series. Anderson (1-2, 8.59 ERA) allowed five runs on five hits and four walks in five innings, losing that game by a score of 10-6. He's pitched two of his three starts this season on the road, surrendering nine runs on 13 hits over 9 2/3 innings. Take LAD. GL, Jesse Schule
04-19-17	Thunder v. Rockets -8	Top	111-115	Loss	-102	8 h 39 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Houston Rockets. James Harden played like an MVP in Game 1, scoring 37 points on 13-of-28 shooting, with nine assists and seven rebounds. Russell Westbrook really struggled, shooting just 6-of-23 from the field and 3-of-11 from beyond the arc. The Rockets crushed the Thunder on the boards, out-rebounding them 56-41. The final score was 118-87, and that shouldn't be much of a surprise considering the history between the two teams. The Rockets won three of four in the regular season series, and the last game at Houston (in the regular season) was a 137-125 win for the Rockets. Houston was one of the league's best home teams, while Oklahoma City had a losing record on the road. Oklahoma City has covered the spread just once in the last 11 meetings between the two teams, failing to cover in six of their last seven in Houston. Westbrook's "one man show" might play well for the fans during the regular season (in Oklahoma City), but it's not going to fly here in the playoffs. Take HOU. GL, Jesse Schule
04-19-17	Capitals -145 v. Maple Leafs	Top	5-4	Win	100	5 h 21 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the Washington Capitals. The Capitals jumped all over the Leafs in Game 3 at Toronto, scoring twice in the first five minutes to open up a 2-0 lead. Toronto got one back late in the first period, but the Caps extended their lead to 3-1 early in the second. Toronto was fortunate to come back and tie the game, and went on to win it in overtime. Every game in this series has gone to overtime, despite the fact that the Caps were an enormous favorite, expected to win in 4-5 games. Washington ranked 3rd in the league in scoring, and they had the 3rd best power play in the league during the regular season. They allowed fewer goals than any other team in the league, and Braden Holtby ranked second in the NHL in GAA during the regular season, and third in save percentage. This is a game that the Capitals simply can't afford to lose. I expect to see them start fast as they did in Game 3, but this time I don't think the Leafs will be able to come back. Take WAS. GL, Jesse Schule
04-18-17	Jazz v. Clippers UNDER 197.5	Top	91-99	Win	100	12 h 16 m	Show
This is a 10* play on UTA@LAC to go UNDER the total. The Jazz upset the Clippers in Game 1, holding LA to 95 points on 44.4 percent shooting. Utah led the NBA in opponent's scoring average during the regular season, allowing just 96.8 points per game. Game 1 of this series fell well short of the total, and it was the fourth time in Utah's last five games at LA that the total landed below the number. Utah has also gone under in four of it's last five road games. The Clippers are an above average defensive team, and here in a "must win", they should step up the intensity. DeAndre Jordan ranks third in the NBA averaging three blocks per game, and he blocked three shots in Game 1. Playoff basketball is often a lot more defensive than the style of play seen during the regular season. That is evidenced by the fact that the Jazz have gone under in five straight Conference Quarterfinals games, and LA has failed to reach the total in five of their last seven in the first round of the playoffs. Take UNDER. GL, Jesse Schule
04-18-17	Oilers v. Sharks -114	Top	0-7	Win	100	12 h 12 m	Show
This is a 10* play on the San Jose Sharks. The Sharks dominated the first and third periods in Game 3 of this series versus the Oilers, but Zack Kassian broke a scoreless tie late in the third period, and Edmonton went on to win by a score of 1-0. I bet on the Sharks in Game 1, and here is what I said before the opening faceoff: "The Edmonton Oilers finished second in the Pacific Division, just four points ahead of San Jose. They will host the Sharks in the first round of the playoffs, and Game 1 goes Wednesday night at Rexall Place. Both these teams play an exciting brand of hockey, and I expect to see plenty of scoring in the series opener. The over was 3-0-2 in five meetings in the season series, and the two teams combined to score 13 goals in two games in Edmonton. The Oilers captain Connor McDavid led the NHL in scoring with 100 points this season, and the Sharks Brett Burns was the league's top scoring defenseman. The Sharks went all the way to the Stanley Cup Finals last season, and they opened the post-season with a 4-3 win over the Kings. I expect a similar score here in Game 1 in Edmonton. The Oilers are young, fast and loaded with talent, but the Sharks have experienced veterans that have been here before." This is a must win for the home team, and I think the Oilers will be eaten alive at The Shark Tank tonight. Take SJS. GL, Jesse Schule
04-18-17	Tigers +108 v. Rays	Top	1-5	Loss	-100	9 h 10 m	Show
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