GAME OF THE MONTH (MLB): MIKE'S BEST BASES TOTAL BET FOR OCTOBER!

The Boston Red Sox beat the Houston Astros 8-2 on Tuesday for a 2-1 series lead, much thanks to a Jackie Bradley Jr. grand slam in the 8th inning. I think runs will come fairly easy for both teams here in Game 4 of the series. 

Boston right-hander Rick Porcello (17-7, 4.28 ERA) has allowed only one run through three outings covering 6 2/3 innings in the postseason this year, but he was tagged with seven runs (six earned) on 12 hits in as many innings against Houston during the regular season. Houston right-hander Charlie Morton (15-3, 3.13 ERA) made two starts against Boston and was charged with eight runs on 16 hits through 10 1/3 innings of work. 

Trends supporting the over: Over is 14-3-1 in Red Sox last 18 overall. Over is 14-2-1 in Astros last 17 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600. Over is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings at Minute Maid Park.

10* play on OVER.

THUNDER @ WARRIORS BASKET BRAWLER (10* TOP PLAY)

Both Oklahoma City Thunder and Golden State Warriors are extremely talented with the ball in their hands and play high-paced basketball, but I think the bookmakers have set the total too high for this contest. 

OKC allowed an average of 104.4 ppg last season while Golden State allowed 107.5 ppg and there's a good chance the shooting will be off for several players here in the season opener.  

Trends supporting the under: Under is 11-5 in Thunder last 16 overall. Under is 11-3 in Warriors last 14 overall. Under is 10-1 in the last 11 meetings in Golden State. Under is 13-3 in the last 16 meetings.

10* play on UNDER. 

TUESDAY 5-PACK

The Boston Red Sox dropped Game 1 of the ALCS 7-2 but bounced back with a 7-5 triumph Sunday. I don't see them upsetting the Astros here at Minute Maid Park though and I'm happy to back the home team at this price. I also think we'll see a fair amount of runs scored so I'm also recommending a play on the over. 

Houston left-hander Dallas Keuchel (12-11, 3.74 ERA) will take the mound on seven days of rest since his start in Game 3 of the ALDS against the Cleveland Indians. The 30 year old does not have a great career record against Boston, but he should still be able to out-duel Boston right-hander Nathan Eovaldi (6-7, 3.81 ERA) who was just 2-6 with a 5.14 ERA in 13 road starts during the regular season. We can also note that Eovaldi served up four homers in six innings of a 5-1 loss when he visited Houston on June 20. 

Trends supporting Houston: Astros are 10-1 in their last 11 games following a loss, 13-3 in their last 16 home games and 4-0 in Keuchel's last four starts with seven or more days of rest.

Trends supporting the over: Over is 11-3 in Red Sox last 14 vs. a team with a winning record and 6-2-2 in Eovaldi's last 10 starts overall. Over is 7-0 in Astros last seven home games vs. a team with a road winning % of greater than .600.

8* play on OVER. 

NINERS @ PACKERS GRIDIRON GOLDMINE

The Green Bay Packers are coming off a 31-23 loss at Detroit, but I doubt we'll see another shootout when they host the San Francisco 49ers Monday night. 

Green Bay is allowing only 17.3 ppg at home and its defense shut out Buffalo in a 22-0 victory its last time out at at Lambeau Field. Offensively Aaron Rodgers run the show, but he has few quality targets and virtually no protection; note that Rodgers has been sacked 16 times already. Green Bay's rushing game is below par, ranking 19th in the league averaging a pedestrian 101.9 yards per game.

The San Francisco 49ers are coming off an 18-28 loss to Arizona. They are banged up on the offensive side of the ball and will have to do without starting quarterback (Jimmy Garoppolo) and top running back (Jerick McKinnon). On top of that, eight offensive players were on the sideline during Thursday's practice due to injuries. Backup QB C.J Beathard has as many picks (4) as touchdown passes on the season. 

8* play on UNDER. 

MONDAY NIGHT RED WINGS @ CANADIENS TOTAL

The Detroit Red Wings opened a four-game road trip with an 8-2 loss at Boston. I think we'll see plenty of goals again as they visit the Montreal Canadiens Monday night. Detroit dead last in the league in goals allowed at 4.40 gpg and netminder Jimmy Howard owns an .871 save percentage against Montreal in his career. The Habs are hardly a high-scoring team, but they defeated Pittsburgh 4-3 in a shootout their last time out, despite going just 1-for-6 on the power play. 

8* play on OVER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (NFL): MIKE'S TOP RATED 10* WEEK 6 TOTAL

The undefeated LA Rams are coming off a 33-31 road win at Seattle. While spectators might hope for another shootout at Denver on Sunday, I expect to see this game stay under this somewhat bloated total. 

The Broncos have lost three straight and struggled to put points on the board during their skid, managing only 14 against the Ravens, 23 against the Chiefs and most recently 16 against the Jets. Rams defense hasn't been as terrific as it can be in recent weeks, but LA is still giving up an average of only 19.6 points on the season, good for seventh in the NFL. Additionally, the Broncos are likely to try and move the chains primarily on the ground which will eat time off the clock. 

Under is 8-2 in Broncos last 10 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Under is 9-3 in Rams last 12 road games vs. a team with a losing home record.

10* play on UNDER. 

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The Chicago Bears should be well rested and ready to go as they're coming off their Week 5 bye. They trounced Tampa Bay 48-10 last time out and have now won three straight since losing their season opener at Green Bay.

The Miami Dolphins are trending in the opposite direction, coming off back-to-back losses to the Pats (38-17) and the Bengals (27-17). QB Ryan Tannehill threw two picks against Cincinnati and he has five INTS and four fumbles on the season. I expect him to get roughed up plenty by Chicago defensive end Khalil Mack who has recorded a sack and fumble in four straight games. 

The Dolphins offense rank rank 30th in the NFL with an average of only 288 total yards per game and here it will come up against arguably the best defense in the NFL with Chicago giving up an average of only 294.5 yards of total offense. We can also note that Miami is highly unlikely to have any kind of success running the ball against a Bears rush defense that ranks #1 in the NFL.

Bears QB Mitch Trubisky was outstanding his last time out, massing 354 passing yards with six touchdown passes against the Bucs. Miami’s rush and pass defense both rank 20th in the NFL and I think points will come fast and easy for the visitors. In addition to a Bears win I also expect this game to fly over the total.

8* play on OVER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (NHL): MIKE'S TOP RATED 10* NHL TOTAL 

The Buffalo Sabres had allowed just three goals through their first two games of the season before taking a 6-1 loss to Colorado their last time out. Arizona had been shut out in back-to-back games prior to earning their first win of the season with a 3-2 SO triumph at Anaheim. The Coyotes have only allowed a total of six goals in three games and I think this will be another low-scoring contest. Under is 5-1 in the last six meetings at Gila River Arena. 

10* play on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (CFB): MIKE'S FRIDAY NIGHT TOP RATED TOTAL

The Air Force Falcons visit the San Diego State Aztecs Friday night, and I expect to see this game go over the total. 

Air Force is coming off an impressive 35-7 win over Navy. It rolled up a 399 yards of total offense in that contest and ranks 15th in the nation in rushing by putting up 255.2 yards per contest. The Aztecs boast a stingy D, but I think Air Force can find openings on the ground. Offensively San Diego State is very balanced, entering this contest ranked 115th in the nation in passing offense and 55th in rushing. Note that Air Force was torched for 436 yards of total offense in a 28-25 loss to Nevada two weeks ago so don't be surprised if San Diego State does the same. 

Air Force is giving up only 22.0 ppg on the season and San Diego State 19.8 ppg. With the over/under 1-4 for both teams on the season the publice expecting a low-scoring contest, the total has been set way too low. We take the contrarian rout here and back the over. 

10* play on OVER. 

WEDNESDAY NIGHT NHL TOTAL (10* TOP PLAY)

The Anaheim Ducks defeated the Coyotes 1-0 in Phoenix on Saturday night. I think we'll see another low-scoring contest when the two teams face off in the Duck Pond Wednesday night. Arizona has yet to score a goal this season and it was the second lowest scoring team in the NHL last season at 2.51 goals per game. This is a team that does not give up many goals either though and we can note that Arizona netminder Antti Raanta has posted a 1.66 GAA in previous meetings with the Ducks.

Under is 5-2-1 in the last eight meetings.

10* play on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (MLB): MIKE'S TOP RATED 10* TOTAL

The LA Dodgers head to Atlanta with a commanding lead in this NLDS after shutting out the Braves in each of the first two games.

Here the Braves will face right-hander Walker Buehler (8-5, 2.62 ERA) who pitched 6 2/3 scoreless innings Monday in the NL West tiebreaker against Colorado and he held the Braves to a run and two hits over 5 1/3 innings at Los Angeles on June 8. Atlanta hands the ball to left-hander Sean Newcomb (12-9, 3.90 ERA) pitched a no-hitter through 8 2/3 innings against the Dodgers in Atlanta on July 29. 

Under is 6-2-1 in Dodgers last nine playoff road games. Under is 5-0-1 in Buehler's last six starts overall.

10* play on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (NFL): MIKE'S TOP RATED TOTAL FOR WEEK 5

The Baltimore Ravens are coming off a solid 26-14 win at Pittsburgh. They shut out the Steelers in the second half and held one of the most potent offenses in the league to just 284 yards, 14 first downs and 19 rushing yards. On the season, Baltimore is giving up only 16.8 ppg. 

Cleveland is coming off a 45-42 loss at Oakland, but such high-scoring games are usually few and far between for the Browns. The highest scoring team through their first three games put just 21 points on the board and I expect their D to step up again here after a subpar outing. Note that under is 7-1 in Browns last eight games after allowing more than 30 points in their previous game.

The Browns have had plenty of success on the ground this season, entering this contest ranked 2nd in the league with 152.8 rushing yards per game. The bad news for them is that Baltimore's rush defense ranks 4th, allowing only 82.5 ypg and I'm still not convinced that rookie quarterback Baker Mayfield can hurt a defense like Baltimore's. 

10* NFL Total of the Week: BAL @ CLE UNDER. 

THURSDAY NIGHT BRAVES @ DODGERS NLDS TOTAL

I think runs will come at a premium for both teams when the LA Dodgers host the Atlanta Braves for the opener of their National League Divisional Series Thursday night. 

Hyun-Jin Ryu (7-3, 1.97 ERA) will take the ball for the Dodgers. The South Korean southpaw missed 3 1/2 months of the season with a groin strain and should be relatively fresh for the postseason. This will be his first start against Atlanta in 2018. 

The Braves hand the ball to right-hander Mike Foltynewicz (13-10, 2.85 ERA). He was even more effective on the road than at home during the regular season, posting a 2.48 ERA in 15 starts away from home. I think he'll be able to handle the Dodgers' bats and it's also worth mentioning that rested bullpens naturally will favor a low-scoring game. 

Under is 17-5-1 in Dodgers last 23 home games vs. a team with a winning road record. Under is 11-5-1 in Dodgers last 17 games following an off day.

8* play on UNDER. 

THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL COLTS @ PATS TOTAL

Two capable offenses will clash at Foxborough Thursday night so naturally we should this game fly over the total, right? Not neccessarily in my opinion. 

Both teams are banged up on offense with the Colts' star receiver, T.Y. Hilton, unlikely to play and Pats All-Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski is listed as questionable with an ankle injury. We can also note that Indianapolis QB Andrew Luck has struggled big time in previous matchups at Foxborough, completing only 48 percent of his pass attempts with nine interceptions in three games.

Under is 10-2 in Colts last 12 games overall. Under is 13-6 in Patriots last 19 games overall.

8* play on UNDER. 

ROCKIES @ DODGERS TOTAL 

The LA Dodgers will host the Colorado Rockies for a one-game playoff to decide the National League West title Monday afternoon. Both teams have been red hot at the plate down the stretch, and I think the total for this contest is set way too low. 

Sure, both starters, Rockies right-hander German Marquez (14-10, 3.76 ERA) and Dodgers right-hander Walker Buehler (7-5, 2.76 ERA), are solid pitchers with good numbers against today's opponent, but this not being a one-and-done game makes it an awkward situation. 

The loser will play a Wild Card game tomorrow, and the losing team might opt to rest their best relievers if things go wrong early today.

8* play on OVER. 

NFL GAME OF THE MONTH (10* TOTAL)

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been involved in two shootouts already this season, and I'm confident we'll see a high-scoring game when they host the Baltimore Ravens Sunday night. 

The Ravens opened the season with a 47-3 thumping of Buffalo and have scored 50 in their last two games combined to make it a season average of 32.3 ppg. Baltimore averages 292 ypg through the air and Pittsburgh ranks among the worst against the pass, giving up 288.0 yards per game. 

Offensively the Steelers are doing just fine and their 453.3 yards of total offense per game is 2nd only to Tampa Bay. Ben Roethlisberger has found the end zone seven times and thrown for 1,140 yards and James Connor has been the go-to man in the backfield with 222 yards and two scores. 

Over is 3-1-1 in the last five meetings at Pittsburgh and the Steelers won last season's meeting at Heinz Field 39-38.

10* NFL TOTAL OF THE MONTH: OVER. 

BENGALS @ FALCONS TOTAL

The Atlanta Falcons will host the Cincinnati Bengals Sunday afternoon. While the bookmakers have added to the total throughout the week (opened at 48), I still think this game will fly over the current number with ease. 

Both teams have big arms under center. Cincinnati's Andy Dalton having completed 74-of-116 passes for 860 yards in three games and is tied for third in the league with eight touchdowns. Atlanta's Matt Ryan has completed 70-of-106 passes for 897 yards and seven touchdowns, five in last week's 43-37 loss to New Orleans. 

Cincinnati is giving up 270.3 passing yards per game (23rd) while Atlanta is giving up 276.0 passing yards per game (25th). We should see plenty of big plays from both QBs. 

8* play on OVER. 

SUNDAY PREMIER LEAGUE TOTAL

Burnley are known for their sturdy defense, but seven of their last eight games have seen at least two goals and five of those at least three goals. They scored four against Bournemouth last week and should have no trouble to find the net against this weak Cardiff defense which has conceded 15 goals through its last four games.

The home team is desperate for a win after opening the season with a pair of draws and four losses.

I think we'll see a wide open high-scoring affair.

8* play on OVER. 

CFB GAME OF THE MONTH (10* TOTAL)

The Northwestern Wildcats host the Michigan Wolverines Saturday afternoon. While we may not see a massive shootout, I'm very confident we'll see this game fly over the total we're offered. 

Michigan ran for 285 yards and accumulated 491 yards of total offense in a 56-10 triumph over Nebraska last week. QB Shea Patterson has recorded seven touchdowns and just one interception over his last three games. Over is 19-8-1 in Wolverines last 28 games after accumulating more than 450 total yards in their previous game and 9-3 in their last 12 games after scoring more than 40 points in their previous game.

Northwestern is coming off its bye week and blew a 21-3 halftime lead to take a 39-34 home loss to Akron its last game. QB Clayton Thorson completed 33-of-52 passes for 383 yards, three touchdowns and two interceptions against the Zips and the Wildcats average a solid 424 yards per game of total offense. Over is 4-0 in Wildcats last four games following a bye week and I think they can put up decent numbers against Michigan.

10* CFB TOTAL OF THE MONTH: OVER

FRIDAY NIGHT BASES BLOWOUT (TOTAL)

The Kansas City Royals are going for a fifth straight win when they host the Cleveland Indians Friday night. I don't think runs will come easy for KC though, coming up against Cleveland righty Mike Clevinger (12-8, 3.07 ERA) who owns a 2.37 ERA in nine career appearances (eight starts) against the Royals. Right-hander Ian Kennedy (3-8, 4.59 ERA) will take the mound for the home team. After missing nearly two months with an oblique strain, Kennedy was activated off the disabled list Sept. 9. He is 2-0 with a 1.89 ERA in three starts since. 

Under is 8-3 in Kennedy's last 11 home starts. Under is 6-2-1 in Clevinger's last nine road starts.

8* play on UNDER. 

TIGERS @ TWINS TOTAL

The Detroit Tigers defeated the Minnesota Twins 4-2 on Tuesday. I don't think we'll see many runs tonight either. Twins right-hander Jake Odorizzi (7-10, 4.35 ERA) owns a 3.15 ERA in seven career starts against the Tigers while Detroit southpaw Matthew Boyd (9-12, 4.16 ERA) has compiled a 3.80 ERA in four meetings with Minnesota this season. 

Boyd lasted only 1 1/3 innings against KC his last time out but under is 5-1 in his last six starts following an outing of less than four innings in his last appearance. Under is 7-1 in Odorizzi's last eight starts overall.

8* play on UNDER. 

NFL 3-PACK

The Miami Dolphins have opened the season with back-to-back wins, and I think they'll make it three in a row here against the Raiders who are coming off a mentally tough 20-19 loss to Denver to fall to 0-2 on the season. 

Here the Raiders have to travel across the country to face a Miami side which own 6th ranked ground attack in the league, bad news for Oakland which ranks 31st against the run and allowed Denver to run for 168 yards last week. 

The Raiders have an explosive offense led by QB Derek Carr, but they're simply not clicking at the moment, averaging only 16.0 ppg on the season. I expect the Dolphins to get the job done and win a low-scoring game at home in Week 3. 

Raiders are 4-10-2 ATS in their last 16 games overall. Raiders are 2-7-1 ATS in their last 10 road games vs. a team with a winning home record.

Under is 9-0 in Raiders last 9 games overall. Under is 5-1 in Raiders last 6 games in September. Under is 4-1 in Dolphins last 5 games in September.

8* play on UNDER.

MLB GAME OF THE YEAR (10* TOTAL)

I'm confident we'll see a low-scoring affair here with two hot pitchers on the mound.

Cubs Cole Hamels (9-9, 3.67 ERA) has posted a 1.57 ERA since coming over from Texas and the left-hander doesn't seem to mind to travel as he owns a 2.54 ERA in 15 road starts on the season. Hamels has had decent success at Arizona throughout his career, posting a 3.32 ERA in six starts at this park.

Arizona left-hander Robbie Ray (5-2, 4.14 ERA) has allowed just six runs through his last five starts with 38 Ks in 28 innings of work. Against the Cubs, he has gone 0-1 with a 2.50 ERA in three career starts. 

Under is 8-0 in Cubs last 8 overall (prior to Tuesday's game), under is 7-1 in Hamels' last 8 starts overall. Under is 7-1 in Diamondbacks last 8 games vs. a left-handed starter and 4-1 in Ray's last 5 starts overall.

Under is 5-1-1 in the last 7 meetings (prior to Tuesday's game).

MLB Regular Season Total of the Year: UNDER. 

TUESDAY NIGHT MLB TOTAL BLOWOUT

Toronto right-hander Aaron Sanchez (4-6, 4.90 ERA) owns a 1.88 ERA in two starts against Baltimore on the season and he limited Boston to one run on three hits through seven frames his last time out. 

Baltimore right-hander Dylan Bundy (8-14, 5.48 ERA) has been knocked around by Toronto this year, giving up 14 runs in 16 innings, but he held Oakland to a pair runs with eight strikeouts through six innings last time out.

Toronto has scored more than four runs in only two of its last seven games while Baltimore has been shut out twice in its last four. 

Under is 8-1 in Sanchez's last 9 Tuesday starts. Under is 7-3-1 in Bundy's last 11 Tuesday starts.

8* play on UNDER. 

TOP RATED 10* MLB BOOKIE BREAKER *TOP PLAY*

The Chicago Cubs have scored just 15 runs through their last seven games and here they'll come up against left-hander Patrick Corbin (11-5, 3.05 ERA) who is 5-1 with a 3.68 ERA in seven career appearances, six starts, against the Cubs. We can also note that Corbin owns a 2.49 ERA through his last eight starts. 

Chicago counters with Kyle Hendricks (11-11, 3.71 ERA) who owns a 3.24 ERA in three career starts against the Diamondbacks. He's been on fire lately, posting a 1.80 ERA through his last five starts. 

Under is 7-0 in Cubs last seven overall.

10* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Wade Miley (4-2, 2.23 ERA) owns a 3.14 ERA in nine career meetings with Cincinnati and he has allowed fewer than three earned runs in 12 of his last 13 starts. Under is 7-2 in Reds last nine road games vs. a left-handed starter.

Cincinnati right-hander Anthony DeSclafani (7-5, 4.80 ERA) has allowed nine runs total over his last two outings, spanning 8 2/3 innings but he'll face a Milwaukee team which has mustered only a total of three runs in its last two games. Under is 5-1 in Brewers last six overall.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

New York Mets right-hander Zack Wheeler (11-7, 3.23 ERA) has posted a 1.32 ERA in his last 10 starts, and while Philadelphia right-hander Jake Arrieta (10-9, 3.66 ERA) may have allowed seven runs in his last two, note that he's fanned 18 through 12 1/3 innings in those starts. Arrieta owns a 1.94 ERA in nine career starts versus New York and under is 4-0-1 in Mets last five overall.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB GAME OF THE WEEK (10* TOTAL) ~ DODGERS @ CARDINALS

The LA Dodgers routed the Cardinals 17-4 on Saturday, but I don't think runs will come quite as easy here tonight against Adam Wainwright (1-3, 4.70 ERA). The veteran right-hander has posted a 2.69 ERA against the Dodgers in 15 career games (12 starts) and under is 6-2-1 in Dodgers last 9 games vs. a right-handed starter.

The Dodgers counter with right-hander Ross Stripling (8-3, 2.61 ERA) who's having a great year, and he's been particularly sharp on the road where he has posted a 2.86 ERA in 18 outings (11 starts). Under is 7-2-1 in Stripling's last 10 road starts.

Under is 15-7 in the last 22 meetings in St. Louis. Under is 35-17 in the last 52 meetings overall.

10* MLB Game of the Week (Total): UNDER. 

PATS @ JAGS NFL TOTAL 

The Jacksonville Jaguars picked up a 20-15 victory over the New York Giants in Week 1. They gave up just 324 yards of total offense but musted only 305 yards themselves, and here they're likely to be without star running back Leonard Fournette who sustained a hamstring injury in the season opener. Fournette did not practice Friday and the Jaguars are "not optimistic" he will play according to a report from the NFL Network.

The New England Patriots got the job done in their season opener as well, coming off a 27-20 triumph over Houston. They could find it tougher to move the ball here though against one of the best defenses in the league, and they'll have to do it without WR Julian Edelman who is sitting out the first four games while serving a suspension. We can also note that the Pats are banged up in the backfield and will need to rely on QB Tom Brady and TE Rob Gronkowski to carry the weight. 

Under is 9-2 in Jaguars last 11 vs. AFC. Under is 6-2 in Patriots last 8 vs. AFC.

8* play on UNDER. 

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The Minnesota Vikings opened the season with an easy 24-16 home win against the 49ers while the Green Bay Packers just barely beat the Bears 24-23 at home Monday night. 

Green Bay QB Aaron Rodgers left the game with a knee injury but returned in the second half to help the Packers come back from a 20-0 deficit. 

We can however note that Green Bay coach Mike McCarthy either could not or would not say anything specific Monday regarding his starting quarterback's knee injury or his status for Week 2. 

Rodgers will most likely be banged up even if he makes it to the field, and that simply can't be good against a Minnesota team which features among the best passing defenses in the league. 

I like the Vikings to win this game no matter Rodgers' status, and I think they'll keep it a low-scoring affair. Under is 6-1 in the last 7 meetings.

8* play on UNDER. 

CFB GAME OF THE WEEK (10* TOTAL) ~ LATE KICK OFF!

The UCLA Bruins didn’t play well defensively in their last game as they gave up 485 yards in a 49-21 loss at Oklahoma. Here they'll come up against a balanced Fresno State team which opened the season with a 79-13 rout of Idaho followed by a 21-14 loss at Minnesota. 

The Bulldogs lead the nation with eight takeaways (5 interceptions, 3 fumbles) and that could spell big trouble for UCLA and its coach Chip Kelly who is still undecided on a starting quarterback for this contest. I think Fresno State will get plenty good opportunities in good field position leading to fast scores, but UCLA should be able to put up its fair share of points on the board as well.   

Over is 14-6-1 in Bulldogs last 21 non-conference games and 21-10 in their last 31 games after scoring less than 20 points in their previous game. Over is 5-2 in Bruins last seven games in September.

10* CFB TOTAL OF THE WEEK: OVER

THURSDAY NIGHT RAVENS @ BENGALS *NO-BRAINER* 

The Baltimore Ravens destroyed Buffalo 47-3 in Week 1 while Cincinnati Bengals notched a 34-23 season-opening victory over Indianapolis.

I expect less offense for both teams here with the defenses fired up for this AFC North showdown. Baltimore sure shut down the Bills effectively last week, allowing just 153 yards while recording six sacks and two turnovers but the Bengals won't give up easy points to their division rival. 

We can also note that under is 34-16-2 in Bengals last 52 games after scoring more than 30 points in their previous game and under is 4-1 in the last five meetings, with the exception a 31-27 Bengals win at Baltimore last year. 

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB GAME OF THE MONTH (10* TOTAL)

I think the total is set way too high considering the pitching matchup here in the finale of an imporant series between two National League West foes.   

D'Backs right-hander Clay Buchholz (7-2, 2.01 ERA) has allowed three earned runs or fewer in 15 of 16 starts since May 20. He has posted a 1.04 WHIP and 81/22 K/BB ratio those starts and has thrived on the road (1.73 ERA). Under is 4-0 in Buchholz's last four road starts.

Colorado turns to Kyle Freeland (14-7, 2.91 ERA) who struck out eight through six innings of one-run ball against the Dodgers his last time out. He has posted a 2.21 ERA in 13 home starts on the season and under is 25-4 in Freelands last 29 home starts.

Under is 13-3-1 in Diamondbacks last 17 road games vs. a team with a winning record. Under is 38-13-1 in Rockies last 52 home games vs. a team with a winning record.

10* MLB Game of the Month (Total): UNDER. 

TOP RATED 10* FALCONS @ EAGLES *BOOKIE BREAKER*

The Phildelphia Eagles managed to overcome a late season-ending ACL injury to their star QB Carson Wentz last year and went all the way to beat New England Patriots in the Super Bowl. They could always lean a stingy defense that ranked first against the pass and third against the run in 2017, and I think the same will be true here in 2018. 

Wentz will miss the season opener against Atlanta Falcons, and the Eagles are also dealing with injuries to their receivers. We can also add in the fact that running back Jay Ajayi was held out in the final two games of the preseason and I think it's fair to assume that points will be hard to come by for the Eagles. Atlanta has an explosive offense, but I expect Philly's D to shut down the Falcons effectively. 

Under is 7-0 in Falcons last 7 games overall. Under is 9-4 in Eagles last 13 games in Week 1. Under is 9-3-1 in the last 13 meetings.

10* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

The Milwaukee Brewers have claimed the first two games of a critical three-game set at Miller Park to move just three games behind the NL Central-leading Cubs in the division. The Cubs rarely lose back-to-back games, nevermind three in a row, and I like the price we get on the Cubs to bounce back here in Game 3 of the series. I don't expect a ton of runs though and like the under as well.

Cubs left-hander Jose Quintana (11-9, 4.21 ERA) is 2-1 with a 2.63 ERA in four starts against the Brewers this season and 4-2 with a 1.67 ERA in eight career matchups. He has conceded only four runs through his last three starts overall.

Milwaukee right-hander Jhoulys Chacin (14-5, 3.53 ERA) has tossed 13 scoreless innings against the Cubs this season, but I think the visitors will score enough off him and the relievers to earn the win. 

Cubs are 9-2 in Quintana's last 11 starts during Game 3 of a series, Cubs are 8-3 in their last 11 during Game 3 of a series. Under is 20-6 in the last 26 meetings.

8* play on UNDER. 

SUNDAY NIGHT ANGELS @ ASTROS BASE BRAWLER 

The first two games of this series saw just a total of 10 runs scored before Houston's bast came alive in a 7-3 triumph on Saturday. I think runs will come at a premium for both sides here Sunday night with a terrific pitching matchup on the mound. 

LAA right-hander Shohei Ohtani (4-1, 3.10 ERA) will make first start on the mound since June 6 as he's been on the DL with a right UCL sprain. He'll be looking for revenge after conceding four runs and six hits in 5 1/3 innings at Houston on April 24. Under is 4-0 in Ohtani's last four starts overall and under is 10-3-1 in Astros last 14 games vs. a right-handed starter.

The Astros turn to right-hander Gerrit Cole (12-5, 2.85 ERA) who has posted a 3.71 ERA in his last three starts and owns a 3.60 ERA in four career starts against the Halos. Under is 4-0 in Angels last four road games vs. a right-handed starter. 

Under is 8-3-1 in the last 12 meetings.

8* play on UNDER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (SOCCER)

Both Tottenham and Watford enter this contest with a perfect 3-0-0 record, Tottenham with a 8-2 goal differential and Watford with a 7-2 goal differential. I'm confident we'll see plenty of goals here. Tottenham have phenomenal attacking talent but note that they're likely to be without Hugo Lloris due to a thigh injury which should make Watford more confident going on the attack turning this into a wide open contest. 

10* Soccer Game of the Week: OVER. 

TOP RATED 10* MLB BIG HITTER (TOTAL)

The Cleveland Indians defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-0 Friday night, and I think we'll see another low-scoring contest here in the middle-game of this three-game series. 

Tampa Bay left-hander Blake Snell (16-5, 2.05 ERA) is coming off six innings of one-run ball against the Red Sox and has yielded just three runs through his last five starts, covering a total of 26 innings. Under is 5-1 in Indians last six games vs. a left-handed starter and 8-0 in Snell's last eight road starts..

Cleveland turns to right-hander Shane Bieber (8-2, 4.52 ERA) who has allowed 3, 3 and 4 runs in his last three starts, all on the road. He's been sharper home at Progressive Field and we can note that under is 4-1-1 in Bieber's last six starts overall. 

Under is 11-1 in Rays last 12 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600.

10* play on UNDER. 

SATURDAY NIGHT CFB BOOKIE BREAKER TOTAL *TOP PLAY*

New UCLA Bruins head coach Chip Kelly has been forced to deal with serious internal distractions ahead of the season opener with Cincinnati Bearcats Saturday night. Several players have been suspended  for violating unspecified athletic department policies, and it has hit their defense the worst. They'll face a Cincinnati team which will return 13 starters, including its leading passer, rusher and receiver, and I expect to see the scoreboard light up plenty here at Rose Bowl tonight.

10* play on OVER. 

EARLY PREMIER LEAGUE TOTAL

Liverpool have started the year with three convincing triumphs, defeating West Ham, Crystal Palace and Brighton with a 7-0 goal differential. Here they'll face the toughest test so far though, and I think we'll see a wide open game with plenty of goals for both sides.

Liverpool have plenty of talented attacking players, but I'm not convinced about their D despite three straight clean sheets. Leicester are no pushovers and have won two of three league games plus a 4-0 win over Fleetwood Town in the League Cup. 

8* play on OVER. 

NFL PRESEASON FINALE TOTAL

The Cleveland Browns are coming off a 5-0 triumph over Philadelphia and all of their three preseason games here in 2018 have gone under the total. The Lions backups orchestrated a comeback to beat Tampa Bay Buccaneers  33-30 on the road last week after trailing 20-6 at halftime. They're unlikely to light up the scoreboard like that two weeks in a row though. We won't see many starters for either team, and I think we'll see a sloppy, low-scoring contest. 

8* play on UNDER. 

TUESDAY NIGHT BALLPARK BLOWOUT *TOP PLAY*

The slumping Philadelphia Phillies took a 5-3 loss in the opener of this three-game series with division-rival Washington Monday night. I think we'll see even fewer runs scored here with a solid matchup on the mound with Max Scherzer opposing Aaron Nola. 

Scherzer (16-6, 2.13 ERA) is 5-0 with a 2.06 ERA in six career starts at Citizens Bank Park while Nola (15-3, 2.13) is 3-0 with a 1.35 ERA in three starts aginst the Nationals on the season. Under is 6-0 in Nola's last 6 starts vs. Nationals.

Under is 19-6-2 in Nola's last 27 starts overall and he has posted an 1.59 ERA through his last 11 starts. 

10* play on UNDER. 

MONDAY NIGHT MLB TOTAL

The Houston Astros and the Oakland Athletics are battling for the top spot of the AL West with the Astros entering the week with a 1 1/2-game division lead. I expect to see a low-scoring game of playoff character here with Brett Anderson (3-3, 3.47 ERA) and  Gerrit Cole (11-5, 2.73) on the mound. Anderson has allowed just two runs over 26 2/3 innings in four starts this month while Cole has struck out 19 while allowing three runs through 11 innings in his last two starts combined. 

Under is 9-2-1 in Athletics last 12 vs. a team with a winning record and 7-1 in Anderson's last 8 road starts.

8* play on UNDER. 

SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

The Colorado Rockies have won nine of their last 10 games. Today they'll hand the ball to left-hander Kyle Freeland (11-7, 2.96 ERA) who tossed seven scoreless innings in a home victory over San Diego April 24. Freeland has been outstanding home at Coors Field all season, entering this contest with a 7-2 record behind a 2.22 ERA. Padres are 15-36 in their last 51 road games vs. a left-handed starter. Rockies on the other hand are 8-1 in their last 9 games vs. a left-handed starter and should give Friars' Joey Lucchesi (6-7, 3.79 ERA) a tough afternoon. 

Under is 23-4 in Freelands last 27 home starts.

8* Play on UNDER. 

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON BASES TOTAL

Minnesota Twins right-hander Kyle Gibson (7-9, 3.51 ERA) is 6-3 with a 2.77 ERA against Chicago while White Sox southpaw Carlos Rodon (4-3, 2.69 ERA) is 4-2 with a 3.50 ERA against the Twins. Under is 15-6-1 in Gibson's last 22 road starts. Under is 5-2 in Rodon's last 7 starts overall.

8* play on UNDER. 

LATE NIGHT MLB MIDNIGHT MASSACRE *TOP PLAY*

The Houston Atros are still top of the AL West despite winning just two of their last nine games. They open an important three-game series with division-rivals Seattle Mariners (four games back) here on Monday, and I think we'll see a low-scoring affair considering the pitching matchup. 

Seattle's Felix Hernandez (8-11, 5.62 ERA) has had a rough season and was even moved to the bullpen earlier in the month. He's back in the rotation here filling in for injured James Paxton, and I expect to see a fired up King Felix looking to prove himself tonight. 

Houston turns to Gerrit Cole (11-5, 2.71 ERA) who owns the 5th best ERA in the American League on the season, and he boasts a 2.10 ERA in four career matchups with the Mariners. 

Under is 15-4-3 in Astros last 22 road games. Under is 9-1-2 in Astros last 12 road games vs. a right-handed starter. Under is 7-2 in Mariners last 9 games vs. a team with a winning % above .600.

10* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

The Cincinnati Reds claimed the series opener 2-1 Friday night. "We have good hitters up there but, right now, we're in a serious funk," Giants manager Bruce Bochy said after his team was held to two runs or fewer for the fifth time in 10 games. "And they're having trouble getting out of it."

I expect another low-scoring affair, but with a different winner here on Saturday with the Giants to come through despite their offensive slump.

San Francsisco southpaw Madison Bumgarner (4-4, 2.71 ERA) is 2-1 with a 3.79 ERA at Great American Ball Park throughout his career and has allowed just just five earned runs through his last four starts overall, over a span of 26 innings. Under is 12-3-2 in Bumgarner's last 17 starts with 4 days of rest.

Cincinnati right-hander Matt Harvey (5-7, 5.19 ERA) held the Diamondbacks to two runs over seven innings of the Reds' 6-3 victory last Saturday, but had surrendered 15 runs in his last three starts prior to that outing. 

I expect Bumgarner to outduel Harvey for a Giants victory here. 

8* play on UNDER.

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Rays left-hander Tyler Glasnow (1-2, 3.97 ERA) has thrived as a starter since coming over from Pittsburgh, posting a 2.25 ERA with 20 strikeouts through 12 innings of work. Boston left-hander David Price (12-6, 3.75 ERA) is coming off six scoreless innings at Baltimore and he has allowed only three earned runs through his last four starts. He owns a 2.10 ERA with 24 strikeouts through 25 2/3 innings against the Rays this season. 

Under is 6-0 in Rays last 6 overall. Under is 5-1-1 in Red Sox last 7 home games vs. a team with a winning record.

8* play on UNDER. 

SUPER EARLY BLUE JAYS @ YANKEES DAYTIME DESTROYER

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that even though Yankees righty Luis Severino (15-6, 3.27 ERA) has struggled on the moúnd lately, keep in mind his 3-0 record behind a 2.19 ERA in his last starts against the Blue Jays since June 4, 2017. Toronto righty Sean Reid-Foley (0-1, 5.40 ERA) gave up three runs in five innings of a 3-1 loss to Kansas City in his major leagues debut on Monday, but before joining Toronto, the 22-year-old was a combined 12-4 with a 2.98 ERA in 23 starts for Double-A New Hampshire and Buffalo.

Under is 4-1-1 in Yankees last 6 overall. Under is 5-2 in Blue Jays last 7 overall.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Arizona left-hander Robbie Ray (3-2, 4.83 ERA) has been at his best in his first eight road starts this season, going 2-1 with a 2.70 ERA. Ray has been very effective in his four previous starts at Petco Park, going 2-1 with a 2.70 ERA. Padres southpaw Joey Lucchesi (6-6, 3.45) gave up only two hits over six scoreless innings against Philadelphia his last time out. Under is 7-1 in Diamondbacks last 8 road games vs. a left-handed starter.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK 

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Twins righty Kyle Gibson (6-9, 3.49 ERA) held Detroit to one run through seven innings of a 4-3 win his last time out. Minnesota southpaw Matthew Boyd (7-10, 4.20 ERA) has won three of his last four starts and has a 2.37 ERA since the All-Star break. He held Minnesota to one run on two hits through six frames his last time out. 

Under is 13-3-1 in Tigers last 17 Friday games. Under is 10-4-1 in Twins last 15 home games vs. a left-handed starter.

8* play on UNDER. 

TOP RATED MLB TOTAL PLAY OF THE DAY

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Twins righty Jose Berrios (11-8, 3.66 ERA) owns a 2.95 ERA in 13 home starts on the season while Pittsburgh righty Chris Archer (4-5, 4.36 ERA) has posted a 3.92 ERA through 11 outings on the road. He's 6-1 in his career against Minnesota and 4-0 with a 1.48 ERA at Target Field. 

Under is 5-1 in Twins last 6 overall and 6-2 in Pirates last 8 games vs. a right-handed starter. 

10* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

The Baltimore Orioles have been in last place in the American League East for much of the season and enter Tuesday with a MLB-worst 35-84 record. They've dropped five straight and nine of their past 11 while the NY Mets have won four of their last five, including an 8-5 triumph in the Bronx Monday night. 

Mets righty Jason Vargas (2-8, 8.75 ERA) owns a 2.33 ERA in 10 career starts against Baltimore while Orioles righty Andrew Cashner (3-10, 4.83 ERA) has struggled against the Mets in his career, going 0-3 with a 6.18 ERA in nine appearances, including four starts.

Mets are 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Baltimore and 9-3 in the last 12 meetings overall. The Mets' bats have hot of late, and I exåect the visitors light up the scoreboard to win a high-scoring contest. 

8* play on OVER. 

GAME OF THE WEEK (MLB)

We saw a fair amount of action of the plate in the opener of this four-game series, but the pitching matchup suggest a much lower scoring contest here in Game 2 Friday night. 

Rangers left-hander Mike Minor (8-6, 4.53 ERA) has been solid lately, allowed just five runs through his last three starts while fanning 19 through 18 innings of work. 

Yankees righty Masahiro Tanaka (9-2, 3.76 ERA) has knocked out 27 through his last three starts, allowing just one run in 19 2/3 innings of work. 

Under is 8-2-1 in Minors last 11 starts overall. Under is 17-8-2 in Rangers last 27 road games.

10* MLB Game of the Week: UNDER 9 runs. 

FRIDAY PREMIER LEAGUE PUNISHER

Both teams will be without several key players with the players who participated in the World Cup just returning from a late vacation. Jose Mourinho pretty much always has his team setup with a "not-lose" mentality and I think defense will come first for both sides in this contest. 

8* play on UNDER. 

The slumping Colorado Rockies have dropped six of their last eight and they've struggled at the plate lately with just a total of seven in a three-game series against Pittsburgh to start the week.

The LA Dodgers have scored just 10 runs in the past five games, and all things combined lead me to believe we'll see a low-scoring contest here at Coors Field Thursday night. 

In addition we can note that Dodgers righty Ross Stripling (8-3, 2.68 ERA) owns a 2.88 ERA in 10 career appearances (three starts) versus the Rockies' who hand the ball to left-hander Tyler Anderson (6-4, 4.05 ERA) who has posted a 1.32 ERA over his last four home starts. 

Under is 13-4-1 in Dodgers last 18 road games vs. a left-handed starter. Under is 15-5-1 in Rockies last 21 home games.

10* BIG HITTER: Under 10.5.

MLB 3-PACK

The Philadelphia bring a five-game winning streak into this three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks, but note that the last four triumphs came against the lowly Miami Marlins. I think the Phillie are about to run into trouble here, facing right-hander Zack Godley on the mound. 

Godley (12-6, 4.46 ERA) is 6-2 behind a solid 3.43 ERA in 11 home appearances here in 2018. He struck out 10 in seven scoreless innings of a 6-0 victory over Texas last Tuesday and has won three straight decisions (and seven of his last eight). 

The Phillies turn to Jake Arrieta (9-6, 3.32 ERA) who's coming off a solid month and there's really not much negative to say about him, but I don't see him outdueling Godley at Chase Field.

Phillies are 1-5 in the last 6 meetings. Under is 6-2 in Arrieta's last 8 starts overall. Under is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings in Arizona. 

Let's go with D'Backs to win a low-scoring contest.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

The Mariners hand the ball to left-hander Marco Gonzales (12-5, 3.37 ERA) who has won five straight starts, allowing six earned runs in that span. We can also note that he's been rock solid home at Safeco all season, going 5-1 with a 2.88 ERA in 10 home starts. Mariners are perfect 6-0 in Gonzales' last 6 home starts. The Blue Jays turn to 24 year old rookie left-hander Ryan Borucki (0-2, 2.83 ERA) for his seventh career start. He's 0-1 with a 4.80 ERA in three road starts.

Under is 4-1 in the last 5 meetings in Seattle. Under is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

We saw plenty of fireworks as the Boston Red Sox claimed the opener of this series 15-7 Thursday night. I think runs won't be as easy to come by for either team tonight. Yankees right-hander Luis Severino (14-4, 2.94 ERA) tossed 6 2/3 scoreless innings in a win against the Red Sox last month. Boston righty Rick Porcello (13-4, 4.03 ERA) pitched seven shutout innings, allowing two hits, in beating the Yankees April 12 and owns a 3.31 ERA in 20 careers start against New York.

Under is 7-3-1 in Severino's last 11 starts vs. a team with a winning record. Under is 11-3 in Porcello's last 14 home starts vs. a team with a winning record.

8* play on UNDER. 

LATE NIGHT MLB TOTAL

The Milwaukee Brewers opened this series with a 5-2 triumph. I expect to see more action over the plate in Tuesday's matchup with Dodger righty Walker Buehler opposing Milwaukee left-hander Wade Miley on the mound. 

Miley (1-1, 2.01 ERA) owns a 2.41 ERA in six career starts at Dodger Stadium, but LAD saw him just last week in a 6-4 win at Milwaukee and familiarity should be in the hitters advantage. We can also note that this Dodgers roster owns a combined .279 batting average against the southpaw.

Buehler (4-3, 3.92 ERA) was knocked around for five runs over 4 2/3 innings in a 7-3 loss to Philadelphia his last time out and has not been a pitcher to trust lately, giving up four or more runs in three of his last five starts.

8* play on OVER. 

SUNDAY NIGHT BASEBALL *TOP PLAY*

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Cubs right-hander Kyle Hendricks (6-9, 4.05 ERA) owns a respectable 3.58 ERA in 12 career starts against the Cardinals. Under is 20-9 in Hendricks' last 29 starts overall and 35-15-1 in his last 51 starts vs. a team with a winning record.. John Gant (3-3, 3.44 ERA) will take the ball for the Cards. The right-hander owns a 1.93 ERA in two career starts against the Cubs and he threw five scoreless innings against Chicago in his last start July 21.

Under is 4-1 in Cardinals last 5 overall. Under is 29-9-1 in Cardinals last 39 during game 3 of a series.

10* play on UNDER. 

MLB DAYTIME DESTROYER TOTAL

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Twins righty Jose Berrios (10-7, 3.48 ERA) limited the Red Sox to one run on five hits in 6 1/3 innings back on June 19. He fanned nine through seven shutout frames at Toronto his last time out. Right-hander Nathan Eovaldi (3-4, 4.26 ERA) will make his first start for Boston since getting acquired from Tampa Bay. He fanned eight Marlins through six innings of one-run ball on July 20 in his last start and will no doubt be pumped up for his Red Sox debut. 

Under is 9-1-1 in Red Sox last 11 home games vs. a team with a road winning % of less than .400. Under is 22-9 in Red Sox last 31 Sunday games.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Phillies right-hander Vince Velasquez (7-8, 4.05 ERA) has been dominant on the road all season, posting a 2.42 ERA through eight starts. He has allowed just five hits and not a single run in 14 innings of work on the month. Reds righty Matt Harvey (5-6, 5.21 ERA) gave up eight runs (four homers) in 3 2/3 innings of a 9-2 loss to Pittsburgh his last time out. He'll need a strong start here ahead of the July 31st trade deadline but I don't think he'll be able to outduel Velasquez. 

8* play on UNDER. 

THURSDAY NIGHT MLB TOTAL 

The Atlanta Braves will host the LA Dodgers for the opener of a four-game series Thursday night, and I think runs will come at a premium for both teams. 

Anibal Sanchez (5-2, 2.76 ERA) will toe the slab for the Braves. He owns a respectable 3.24 ERA in six career meetings with the Dodgers and registered 8 Ks while holding the Nats to three runs through six innings his last time out. The Dodgers counter with Rich Hill (3-4, 4.26 ERA). The left-hander made his last start on Friday when he held Milwaukee to one run on five hits and struck out nine. Hill is 4-0 with a 2.04 ERA in eight career appearances, including six starts, against Atlanta.

Under is 11-1 in Braves last 12 home games vs. a team with a winning record and 3-1-1 in the last 5 meetings with the Dodgers at SunTrust Park.

8* play on UNDER. 

3-PACK OF MLB TOTALS

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Nats righty Tanner Roark (3-12, 4.87 ERA) owns a  2.72 ERA in six career appearances (five starts) versus the Brew Crew. They turn to rookie righty Freddy Peralta (4-1, 2.65 ERA) who will face the Nats for the first time but he has held opponents to a .144 average (18-for-25) while striking out 50 and walking 18 in 37 1/3 innings through his first seven starts in the big leagues. He he has posted a 0.69 ERA with 16 strikeouts in 13 innings home at Miller Park. 

Under is 16-4-1 in Nationals last 21 road games vs. a team with a home winning % of greater than .600. Under is 21-9-1 in Roark's last 31 starts overall. Under is 6-0-1 in the last 7 meetings in Milwaukee.

8* play on UNDER. 

3-PACK OF MLB TOTALS

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Cardinals right-hander Jack Flaherty (4-4, 3.15 ERA) held the Cubs to one run on two hits through five frames his last time out. Flaherty has posted a 3.97 ERA in three career meetings with the Reds and held them scoreless through five innings on July 14. Reds righty Sal Romano (5-8, 5.19 ERA) has produced his best work in day games home at Great American Ball Park. 

Under is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings in Cincinnati.

8* play on UNDER. 

TOP RATED 10* MLB PLAY OF THE DAY

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 15% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Philadelphia righty Aaron Nola (12-3, 2.30 ERA) is  2-0 with a 1.93 ERA in two career starts against the Dodgers and he held them to one run on two hits through seven frames back in May. Dodgers right-hander Kenta Maeda (7-5, 3.12 ERA) owns a 4.37 ERA in five career starts against Philadelphia but has allowed a total of just four runs through his last four starts. 

Under is 17-6-3 in Maeda's last 26 starts overall. Under is 15-5-1 in Nola's last 21 starts overall.

10* play on UNDER. 

SATURDAY NIGHT MLB TOTAL

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that LA left-hander Clayton Kershaw (3-4, 2.74 ERA) has owned the Brew Crew throughout his career, particularly at Miller Park where he's 4-0 with a 1.39 ERA in six career starts. Milwaukee right-hander Chase Anderson (6-7, 3.78 ERA) has not had as much success against the Dodgers, but he entered the All Star break red hot posting a a 1.65 ERA over his last five starts. 

Under is 20-5-2 in Kershaw's last 27 Saturday starts. Under is 7-3-1 in Anderson's last 11 Saturday starts.

8* play on UNDER. 

LATE NIGHT MLB TOTAL *TOP PLAY*

American League West rivals Houston Astros and LA Angels will clash at Angel Stadium of Anaheim Friday night. Under is 9-3-2 in Astros last 14 games following an off day, and I think runs will come at a premium for both sides with a solid pitching matchup on the mound. 

LA left-hander Tyler Skaggs (7-5, 2.57 ERA) has posted a 2.76 ERA lifetime against the Astros. He faced the them on April 23 in Houston and blanked the reigning World Champions through seven innings of a 2-0 triumph.

Houston southpaw Dallas Keuchel (7-8, 3.75 ERA) owns a 3.67 career ERA  over 16 appearances (15 starts) against the Halos. Under is 6-2-1 in Angels' last 9 games vs. a left-handed starter.

Under is 3-0-1 in the last 4 meetings.

10* play on UNDER. 

MLB ALL STAR GAME TOTAL

The American League and the National League will clash in the 2018 MLB All Star game at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C on Tuesday, July 17. 

The last couple of All Star games have been low-scoring affairs, but I think that will change as this is nothing more than a meaningless exhibition game, with the winning league no longer earning home advantage in the World Series. I also think the lineups look more stacked than ever while the pitching looks a bit weaker. 

8* play on OVER. 

CUBS @ PADRES *BEST BET*

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 14% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Cubs left-hander Jon Lester (11-2, 2.45 ERA) had allowed just six earned runs total over his last 37 innings before giving up four through 6 1/3 frames against Cincinnati his last time out. San Diego rookie southpaw Eric Lauer (5-5, 4.40 ERA) has alloed one run or fewer in four of his last five starts. 

Under is 20-8-3 in Cubs last 31 Sunday games. Under is 4-1 in Padres last 5 Sunday games. Under is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings.

10* play on UNDER. 

France dismissed Belgium rather comfortably in their semi-final matchup, and this is probably the team that has impressed me the most throughout the tournament. They don't play fancy football, but they're extremely solid and effective. 

Croatia on the other had have battle hard all the way throughout the knockout stage, with each of the three games going to extra-time and in two cases decided in a penalty shootout. Head coach Zlatko Dalic admits Croatia have some "minor injuries" to contend with, and that combined with a squad that has logged a lot of minutes does not sound optimal. 

Croatia have been behind in all three of their knockout games, but if they go a goal behind here there's simply no coming back against this super solid France team. 

France are unbeaten in their five previous games with Croatia, winning three times. 

They held a clean sheet in both the quarter-final and the semi-final, and I doubt Croatia will score on them. 

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

The Cleveland Indians and the New York Yankees have split a couple of high-scoring affairs to open this series, with NYY claiming the opener 7-4 before the Tribe winning Friday's contest 6-5.

Indians righty Mike Clevinger (7-4, 3.34 ERA) knocked out 10 Bronx Bombers through 71 /3 innings of two-run ball on May 6 and they're 10-4 in their last 14 games following a win. The Yankees hand the ball to veteran southpaw CC Sabathia (6-4, 3.34 ERA) who struck out seven Indians through six scoreless innings on May 4, but note that Indians are 18-7 in their last 25 home games vs. a left-handed starter.

Friday's Cleveland win snapped a seven game losing streak in the series, and I think they'll keep it rolling here in a low-scoring contest. 

8* play on UNDER. 

FRIDAY NIGHT BASEBALL TOTAL *TOP PLAY*

The Tampa Bay Rays took a 5-1 loss here at Minnesota Thursday night and have now lost 15 of their last 20 on the road. They average just 3.74 rpg away from home on the season and under is 14-2 in Rays last 16 road games vs. a team with a winning home record. Here they'll face Twins righty Jake Odorizzi (4-6, 4.28 ERA) who has permitted just two runs on 12 hits with 22 strikeouts in 17 innings through his last three starts. Tampa Bay right-hander Nathan Eovaldi (3-3, 3.35 ERA) has also been outstanding in his last three starts, allowing just two runs on 10 hits with 23 strikeouts in 19 innings of work.

Under is 19-6-1 in Rays last 26 road games. Under is 5-1-1 in Odorizzi's last 7 starts vs. a team with a winning record.

10* play on UNDER. 

TGIF MLB TOTAL

The Philadelphia Phillies are coming off a 5-4 victory over Baltimore on Thursday while the Marlins had a day off after their 5-4 triumph over NL Central-leading Milwaukee on Wednesday. Over is 10-4 in Marlins last 14 games following an off day, and I think we'll see a slug-fest here in the opener of a three-game set. 

Miami left-hander Wei-Yin Chen (2-6, 6.14 ERA) is 1-3 with a 4.02 ERA in six career appearances versus the Phillies and he was tagged with seven runs in 4 1/3 innings at Washington his last time out. Philly right-hander Jake Arrieta (6-6, 3.47 ERA) has been lit up by Miami this season, giving up nine runs (eight earned) through 7 2/3 innings of work. Over is 5-2-1 in Arrieta's last eight road starts.

8* play on OVER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Seattle left-hander James Paxton (8-3, 3.49 ERA) owns a 4-2 record and 2.07 ERA in 11 career starts against the Halos, including a 1.64 ERA in five turns at Angel Stadium. Angels left-hander Tyler Skaggs (6-5, 2.64 ERA) will make his first start since going on the 10-day DL with a right adductor strain. He's coming off an oustanding June when he went 3-1 with a 0.84 ERA in five starts, but keep in mind that he's 1-2 with a 4.63 ERA in eight career starts against Seattle. 

Mariners are 7-2 in Paxton's last 9 road starts and under is 10-3 in Paxtons last 13 starts vs. a team with a winning record. Mariners are 6-2 in the last 8 meetings with LAA.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Pittsburgh righty Jameson Taillon (5-7, 4.05 ERA) has posted a 3.70 ERA in eight starts against the Brewers while Milwaukee left-hander Wade Miley (1-0, 1.42 ERA) owns a 3.79 ERA in seven starts against the Pirates. 

Under is 5-0 in Taillon's last 5 starts vs. Brewers. Under is 12-3-1 in the last 16 meetings in Pittsburgh.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Cubs southpaw Jose Quintana (7-6, 4.22 ERA) held Detroit to a pair of runs through six frames of a 5-2 win his last time out. Under is 5-0 in Giants last 5 games vs. a left-handed starter. Giants righty Johnny Cueto (3-1, 1.95 ERA) was not sharp last Thursday against St. Louis in his first major league outing since April 28, but I expect a much better performance tonight in his second game back. The 32-year-old has made 25 career starts against the Cubs, going 9-9 with a 3.35 ERA. 

Under is 11-4 in Giants last 15 overall.

Update: Derek Holland will make a spot start for the Giants on Tuesday night in order to give Johnny Cueto an extra day of rest. The system still says it's a play so we're sticking with the bet despite the changed pitching matchup. 

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Cleveland righty Trevor Bauer ranks fifth in the American League with a 2.45 ERA. He is 4-1 with a 2.52 ERA in eight starts this year at Progressive Field on the season. Cincinnati right-hander Sal Romano (5-8, 5.40 ERA) will make his first career start against Cleveland but has compiled a decent enough 3.77 ERA in five career interleague starts. 

Under is 6-1 in Indians last 7 interleague home games. Under is 15-5 in Bauer's last 20 interleague starts.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK *TOP PLAY*

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Yankee right-hander Masahiro Tanaka (7-2, 4.58 ERA) will make his first start since going on the DL on June 9. He won five straight before heading to the disabled list and struck out eight through five innings of one-run ball his last start. Tanaka has a 3-3 career record with a 3.90 ERA in 10 starts versus Baltimore which turns to right-hander Andrew Cashner (2-9, 4.39 ERA). Cashner owns a 2.25 ERA in five career matchups with the Bronx Bombers and under is 14-3 in Cashners last 17 starts overall.

Under is 8-2-1 in Orioles last 11 overall. Under is 26-6 in Yankees last 32 overall.

10* play on UNDER. 

BELGIUM v FRANCE WORLD CUP SEMI-FINAL TOTAL

Belgium beat Brazil 2-1 last week to advance to the semi-finals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup. They've looked extremely dangerous going forward throughout the tournament, but also shown some vulnerability on defense. Brazil did not lack chances to score an equalizer in the most recent matchup, and here they'll face a France team packed with offensive talent. Key player for the French is Antoine Griezmann who has scored seven goals in his last six knockout matches at the World Cup and European Championship, a man for the big games indeed. 

Belgium's 14 goals from their first five World Cup games is the most at this stage since Brazil in 2002 and coach Roberto Martinez has urged his team to "play without fear" here in the semi-final. 

I predict a very entertaining and high-scoring affair today.

8* play on OVER. 

MLB GAME OF THE WEEK ~ BATTLE OF LA *TOP PLAY*

The first two games of the series produced a total of just nine runs, and I doubt we'll see a slug-fest Sunday night either with Andrew Heaney on the bump for LAA and Alex Wood for LAD. 

Heaney (4-6, 3.94 ERA) allowed three runs on five hits and two walks while striking out 10 over seven innings in a loss at Seattle on Tuesday. He owns a 2.18 ERA in seven home starts on the season and under is 8-1-2 in Heaney's last 11 starts vs. a team with a winning record.

Wood (5-5, 3.84 ERA) fired six innings of one-run ball against the Pirates his last time out. The Angels are the only American League West team the left-hander has not faced in his major league career, but note that under is 7-1 in Angels last 8 interleague home games vs. a left-handed starter.

Under is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings.

10* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 17% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Arizona right-hander Zack Greinke (9-5, 3.36 ERA) held St. Louis to two runs through 6 2/3 innings his last time out. He owns a 2.07 ERA in 19 career starts versus San Diego and under is 13-4-1 in Padres last 18 road games vs. a right-handed starter. Padres hand the ball to left-hander Clayton Richard (7-8, 4.46 ERA) who owns a 4.14 ERA in 18 career starts versus Arizona, but note that under is 6-2-1 in Diamondbacks last 9 games vs. a left-handed starter.

Under is 6-2-1 in the last 9 meetings.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 17% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Atlanta left-hander Sean Newcomb (8-3, 3.10 ERA) was 7-1 with a 2.07 ERA in his last 11 starts before getting being tagged for five runs, three hits and five walks while working 2 2/3 innings at Yankee Stadium his last time out. Milwaukee righty  Junior Guerra (5-5, 2.87 ERA) is coming off five scoreless innings of two-hit ball against Minnesota and owns a 2.67 ERA in 10 home starts on the season.

Under is 19-6-1 in Brewers last 26 Sunday games. Under is 12-3 in Guerra's last 15 home starts vs. a team with a winning record.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Houston right-hander Charlie Morton (10-2, 2.55 ERA) has allowed just two earned runs through his last three starts with 28 Ks through 19 2/3 innings of work. Morton is 7-1 with a 2.18 ERA in 10 home turns this season and under is 5-1 in Morton's last 6 home starts. White Sox righty James Shields (3-9, 4.12 ERA) has stepped up his game lately and given up a total of just one run through 13 2/3 innings in his last two starts. Under is 12-3-1 in Shields' last 16 starts overall.

Under is 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Houston.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Seattle southpaw James Paxton (8-2, 3.39 ERA) held KC to two hits while striking out 11 batters over eight innings of a 1-0 victory over Kansas City his last time out. Paxton is 1-1 with a 2.16 ERA in two career turns against Colorado which counters with a left-hander of its own, Kyle Freeland (8-6, 3.25 ERA). Freeland has allowed just two earned runs through his last two starts cover 14 innings. He has held four straight opponents to two runs or fewer. 

Under is 9-3-1 in Mariners last 13 overall. Under is 12-3-1 in Freeland's last 16 starts vs. a team with a winning record.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Yankee right-hander Luis Severino (13-2, 1.98 ERA) enters Saturday with a scoreless streak of 13 2/3 innings. He's 2-0 with a 0.71 ERA in two starts against Toronto this season. Toronto lefty J.A. Happ (10-4, 4.03 ERA) is coming off his worst start of the season when he allowed seven runs and 10 hits in 5 2/3 innings against the Tigers last Sunday. In 17 career starts against the Yankees, he is 8-3 with a 3.53 ERA and Happ has the current Bronx Bombers limited to a .235 AVG over 153 at bats. 

Under is 24-5 in Yankees last 29 overall. Under is 34-16-1 in the last 51 meetings in Toronto.

8* play on UNDER. 

FRIDAY NIGHT MLB UNDERTAKER

If you would prefer to see plenty of action over the plate you might want to look away as Atlanta's Mike Foltynewicz (6-4, 2.02 ERA) and Milwaukee's Freddy Peralta (3-1, 2.28 ERA) square off on the mound at Miller Park Friday night.

Foltynewicz owns an 0.87 ERA over his last nine starts and has registered 64 strikeouts in 52 innings in those games. He has dominated the Brew Crew in previous meetings, posting a 1.48 ERA in four career starts. Rookie right-hander Peralta has made five starts in the big leagues with three of the scoreless variety. He has registered 40 Ks through 27 2/3 innings of work. 

Under is 20-6-1 in Brewers last 27 home games vs. a team with a winning road record.

8* play on UNDER. 

FRIDAY NIGHT MLB BOOKIE BREAKER TOTAL *TOP PLAY*

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Washington left-hander Gio Gonzalez (6-5, 3.77 ERA) cruised through four innings against the Phillies his last time out before coming apart in the fifth when he allowing three runs. History suggest that we will see a much more composed performance tonight as he's 10-3 with a 1.85 ERA in 16 career starts versus Miami plus the fact that under is 11-5 in Gonzalez's last 16 starts overall. Miami righty Dan Straily (3-4, 4.70 ERA) is 0-1 with a 4.03 ERA in five career starts against the Nationals but has the current Nats limited to a .230 AVG through 82 at bats, with Bryce Harper going 2-for-11. 

Under is 4-1-2 in the last 7 meetings and 19-7 in Nationals last 26 during game 2 of a series.

10* play on UNDER. 

MLB BOOKIE BASHER TOTAL 

Under is 14-5-1 in the last 20 meetings, and I expect another relatively low-scoring affair when the Houston Astros host the Chicago White Sox Thursday night. 

The White Sox hand the ball to left-hander Carlos Rodon (1-3, 4.55 ERA) who is 1-0 with a 1.71 ERA over four career starts against the Astros. We can alos note that under is 5-1 in Astros last 6 games vs. a left-handed starter.

Houston counters with their ace Justin Verlander (9-4, 2.12 ERA) who has suffered consecutive losses, allowing nine runs on 16 hits and three walks with 14 strikeouts over 11 2/3 innings. He's still having an outstanding year, and note that Verlander is 21-13 with a 3.74 ERA over 43 career starts against Chicago including six scoreless innings of two-hit ball against them on April 20. 

The White Sox have hit double digits in two of their last three games, but can they do it off Verlander? I have my doubts ... 

8* play on UNDER. 

The Houston Astros posted a 5-3 victory in the opener of this two-game series Tuesday night. Under is 7-2 in the last 9 meetings, and I don't think we'll see all the much fireworks tonight either, despite it being 4th of July. Texas left-hander Mike Minor (6-4, 4.64 ERA) who's career numbers against Houston are not all that impressive, but he was 2-0 with a 2.08 ERA in four June starts and owns a 3.44 ERA in nine home starts on the season. Houston hands the ball to Gerrit Cole (9-2, 2.50 ERA) who's season numbers speak for themselves, and he's 3-0 with a 1.33 ERA in four career outings against Texas. 

Under is 4-0-1 in Minors last 5 starts overall. Under is 4-1 in Astros last 5 games vs. a left-handed starter.

10* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

The Boston Red Sox are aiming to complete a three-game interleague sweep here at Washington on the 4th of July. I like their chances with Eduardo Rodriguez (9-3, 4.11 ERA) on the bump. The 25 year old southpaw is 4-2 with a 3.86 ERA in 10 career interleague starts and had been solid for an extended period of time before getting knocked around in his last two starts. Note that Nationals are just 4-9 in their last 13 home games vs. a left-handed starter and Red Sox are 7-1 in Rodriguez's last 8 road starts.

Washington turns to right-hander Erick Fedde (1-3, 6.00) for his sixth start. Fedde gave up five runs on eight hits with a pair of homers in five frames at Philly his last time out. He has been tagged with at least three runs in each of his first five starts and owns a bloated 1.63 WHIP on the season. 

Red Sox are 40-11 in their last 51 interleague games vs. a right-handed starter. Nationals are 5-16 in their last 21 overall.

Under is 18-8-2 in Rodriguez' s last 28 road starts. Under is 10-2 in Nationals last 12 interleague games vs. a team with a winning record and 14-3 in their last 17 interleague home games.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw (1-4, 2.84 ERA) will be making his third start since coming off the disabled list for his most recent back injury. His last start was the best so far with six Ks through five innings of one-run ball against the Cubs. Pittsburgh's Ivan Nova (4-5, 4.02 ERA) is 2-0 with a 1.75 ERA in four starts since coming off a stint of the disabled list himself. He has compiled a 2.31 ERA in two career starts against the Dodgers. 

Under is 5-1-1 in Novas last 7 starts vs. a team with a winning record and 15-2 in his last 17 starts during Game 2 of a series. Under is 6-2 in Dodgers last 8 home games vs. a team with a losing record.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Cadinals righty Jack Flaherty (3-3, 2.92 ERA) is 1-1 with a 2.20 ERA in five starts on the road and he mowed down 13 while holding Milwaukee to one run in seven frames his last time out on the road. Arizona right-hander Zack Greinke (8-5, 3.41 ERA) has 13 scoreless innings in his last two starts and was 5-1 with a 2.95 ERA in six June starts. He's 3-1 with a 2.40 ERA in eight home starts this season. 

Under is 7-1-1 in Flaherty's last 9 starts vs. a team with a winning record. Under is 5-2 in Greinke's last 7 starts vs. a team with a winning record. Under is 5-2-1 in the last 8 meetings.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Yankees righty Domingo German (2-4, 5.32 ERA) was coming off a three-start stretch where he fanned 28 in 19 innings before allowing six runs on a career-worst nine hits in three-plus innings in his last start. He's done his best work home in the Bronx all season and that under is 5-1 in German's last 6 starts overall. The Braves turn to left-hander Sean Newcomb (8-2, 2.71 ERA) who's having a breakout year, having allowed three runs or less in all but two starts and allowed one run or less in eight outings, including six of the scoreless variety.

Under is 22-4 in Yankees last 26 overall and 11-1 in their last 12 interleague games vs. a team with a winning record.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that KC rookie right-hander Brad Keller (2-2, 2.25 ERA) is coming off seven scoreless innings of two-hit ball against the Angels. Seattle ace James Paxton (7-2, 3.65 ERA) registered 10 Ks while holding Baltimore to a pair of runs in seven frames his last time out. He fanned 10 through six innings of two-run ball against KC earlier this season. 

Under is 8-2 in Royals last 10 overall. Under is 6-1 in Mariners last 7 overall. Under is 4-1 in Paxton's last 5 starts vs. Royals.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Brewers rookie right-hander Freddy Peralta has been dominant through his first four major league starts, going 3-0 with a 1.59 ERA. He has struck out 10 or more in two of those outings and permitted more than two hits in only one of the four starts. Cincinnati turns to Matt Harvey (3-5, 5.28 ERA) who has won each of his last two starts, giving up three runs in 12 2/3 innings. 

Under is 21-6-1 in Brewers last 28 Sunday games.

8* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

This play is based on an undisclosed totals system which has generated an ROI of 16% so far in 2018. 

In addition we can note that Detroit right-hander Jordan Zimmermann (2-0, 4.35 ERA) is 1-1 with a 3.93 ERA in three career starts against the Blue Jays. Toronto left-hander J.A. Happ (10-3, 3.62 ERA) has posted a 4.10 ERA in nine career games (eight starts) against the Tigers, but he's red hot at the moment; in eight starts since May 10 Happ is 6-0 with a sizzling 2.60 ERA. 

Under is 18-5-2 in Happ's last 25 home starts vs. a team with a losing record and 6-2 in the last 8 meetings in Toronto.

8* play on UNDER. 

Red Sox / Yankees Rivalry Showdown *TOP PLAY*

The New York Yankees opened this three-game series with an 8-1 triumph Friday night. They reached Red Sox starter Eduardo Rodriguez for five earned runs but figure to find it much tougher here against Boston ace Chris Sale (7-4, 2.56 ERA). The left-hander is 2-0 with a 1.35 ERA in his last three starts and in the last four starts has totaled 43 strikeouts in 28 innings. He has registered a major league best 153 strikeouts on the year and has posted a 1.73 ERA in 16 career appearances (13 starts) against the Yankees who turn to Sonny Gray (5-5, 4.93 ERA). For his career, Gray is 1-5 with a 5.97 ERA in seven games against Boston but I expect a solid out from him tonight. 

Under is 8-0-1 in Yankees last 9 home games vs. a left-handed starter. Under is 12-3-1 in Yankees last 16 home games. Under is 6-2 in the last 8 meetings in the Bronx.

10* play on UNDER. 

MLB 3-PACK

The Los Angeles Angels aim to make it two straight at Orioles following a 7-1 victory Friday. Halos left-hander Tyler Skaggs (6-5, 2.69 ERA) has been effective in June, going 3-1 behind a minuscule 0.67 ERA while Baltimore righty Andrew Cashner (2-8, 4.70 ERA) is 0-2 with a 3.68 ERA in four starts this month. There will be a lot of pressure on Cashner here as Baltimore's already injury-riddled bullpen took another hit yesterday when reliever Darren O'Day was placed on the disabled list.

Under is 10-3 in Orioles last 13 games vs. a left-handed starter. Under is 8-0 in Cashner's last 8 starts overall. Under is 10-2 in the last 12 meetings in Baltimore. Angels are 6-0 in the last 6 meetings.

8* play on UNDER.