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**BettorsChat** · 06-11-2010, 01:27 PM

gl Stardust

**bryce** · 06-11-2010, 02:01 PM

Good luck SDB!!

**StarDust Bum** · 06-11-2010, 03:46 PM

Thanks there brothers......

2010 World Cup Wagering Outlook

When events like this occur that garner worldwide attention, we Americans look so silly and trivial. Think back when we were the leading force globally, before the economy went around the globe; we thought the rest of the world should speak English like we do. Those days are gone and World Cup exemplifies the new world order. Thirty-two teams and 32 countries gather together to play the game of soccer for the right to be crowned World Cup champion.

I’m not going to process to be a soccer expert, but I can do the research. The first thing I learned, this is huge wagering event. Forget about betting in Nevada, small potatoes. In regulated wagering outlets worldwide, 1.5 billion will be bet and that number could go higher, given the fact the host South Africa is in similar time zone as most European markets. Plus, there will be millions more wagered at other wagering outlets that are not under the jurisdiction of various countries. The Super Bowl (83M wagered in Nevada last February) or NCAA basketball Tournament, those are American properties, the World Cup is the most wagered event in sports.

The World Cup isn’t about just who wins or loses and betting on Over/Unders, places like Sportsbook.com have an ample number of props bets as do all the various wagering outlets to entice the zealous better, just waiting to put their money down.

According to sharp soccer bettors, among the aspects studied are recent performances and the number of red cards handed out. The first point is obvious since if a team is in good or bad form, this could well carry over. The red card aspect is interesting, since as the article by Chad Millman in ESPN Magazine points out, teams that have piled up several red cards scored a half a goal less over the 90 minutes. (That factoid is from Kevin McCrystle of soccer wagering site wsn.com)

So who is favored to become the next champion, from the research nine teams are at least given a chance to claim the World Cup, though most soccer experts realistically narrow it down to four or five legitimate qualifiers.

9) Portugal +2800
Portugal was a semi-finalist in 2006 and returns the brilliant Cristiano Ronaldo and number of very good wing players. The talented Pepe is coming back from knee surgery and his performance may determine if the Portuguese can survive a tough Group G bracket that includes Brazil and the Ivory Coast.

8) France +2000
In terms of individual ability, France would almost certainly be in the semi-finals; however it’s more complicated than that. France needed Thierry Henry's infamous handball incident just to qualify and much-maligned coach Raymond Domenech has come under a great deal of fire of his handling of the team and his tactics. Talent yes, but obstacles have to be overcome in Group A.

7) Italy +1600
Betting the defending champions isn’t really a stretch and is a descent value. What most experts point to is most of the core players have returned, nevertheless they are four years older and might not hold up to the rigorous schedule. Enough people in the soccer world questioned why they didn’t bring up younger talent.

6) Germany +1200
The Germans have suffered tough personnel losses and will be without captain Michael Ballack and top goalkeeper Rene Adler. This might force Germany to use more offensive-minded 4-4-2 attack led by Mesut Ozil. Germany should move thru Group D rather easily.

5) Netherlands +900
This team has as much quality as any from the back line. Dutch winger Arjen Robben has been in tremendous form and with young Eljero Elia on the opposite flank, the Netherlands can present many problems for opponents. Why this club isn’t a true favorite is because keeper Maarten Stekelenburg is not thought of as completely reliable.

4) England +700
This squad is deep and experienced and as physically strong as any in the field. The biggest concern is if something would happen to Wayne Rooney, England lacks another game-changer. The English always bear the burden of heavy expectations from their loyal fans and have to play more freely.

3) Argentina +650
No team in the tournament has six legit goal scorers like Argentina. This could be a blessing or curse, trying to satisfy egos with proper playing time. With Argentina no better than average on the back line and in goal, the total could be most important factor in their contests.

2) Brazil +450
When one thinks of Brazilian soccer, flair and charismatic playmakers come to mind. Brazil will still have the likes of Robinho and Luis Fabiano, but coach Dunga wants to make sure defensive support is the utmost most important aspect. If Brazil plays as well as anticipated on defense, there are more than enough scorers that could lead to sixth World Cup crown.

1) Spain +375
Spain is the best and most talented team in the tournament. You can find flaws with any of the other 31 competing squads, just not the Spaniards. The reigning European champions have arguably the best netminder in the world in Iker Casillas and the rest of the defenders play stingy defense. Their midfielders are acclaimed as the best in the game and David Villa and Fernando Torres are electrifying performers. Difficult to bet against Spain.

**StarDust Bum** · 06-11-2010, 03:46 PM

Top MLB Interleague Weekend Power Trends 6/11-6/13

The second batch of interleague games in Major League Baseball is on tap for this weekend, and as usual, there are some great regional, and even inter-city rivalries highlighting the slate. Unlike recent seasons, the National League proved more than competitive the first time around against its counterparts from the Junior Circuit, winning 22 of the 42 games. This weekend’s games should prove whether or not that was simply a fluke, or if the N.L. truly is closing the gap. Let’s take a look at some of the best matchups, including 3-game sets in Chicago, Tampa, Boston, and Minnesota, while also revealing this weekend’s list of Top ******* Power Trends to consider.

While neither of the teams in Chicago have gotten off to good starts in 2010, when the Sox and Cubs go head-to-head, it is always intense. The South Siders are 7-games under .500 while their neighbors to the north, the Cubs are 6-games below the median. The White Sox are embarking on a 3-stop road trip and come in as winners in three of their last four games overall. They are 7-5 against the Cubs over the last three years, but the latter are 4-2 at home during that stretch. The Cubs open a lengthy homestand in this set.

One of the more interesting series’ of the weekend is in Tampa, where the Rays host the Marlins. Florida has been one of the few N.L. teams that has actually fared well in interleague play since its inception, but still, they will be looking to snap a 2-10 skid against the Rays. Tampa Bay remains the league’s best team at this point, 18-games over .500 and leading the Yankees by 2-games in the A.L. East.

In Boston, the Phillies and Red Sox renew their emerging rivalry. Boston took two of three games in Philly two weeks back. There are distinct trends in interleague play converging on this series, with Phiilies’ manager Charlie Manuel owning an ugly 24-41 mark vs. A.L. East teams, and Sox skipper Terry Francona boasting a 43-17 record against the N.L. East clubs.

At new Target Field in Minneapolis, a pair of division leaders will get together for three games when the Braves visit the Twins. Surging Atlanta has taken control of the N.L. East Division with a huge run since early May. Ironically, they have cooled off of late, going just 3-4 in their L7 games despite pounding out over 11 hits per game during the stretch. The Twins have been one of the league’s best teams at home this year, going 20-10 while hitting .291 as a club, much of the reason for the comfy 4.5-game lead in the A.L. Central. Minnesota has also been great in interleague play, 28-11 for +16.8 units over the last three seasons.

There are also big series’ out west between the A’s and Giants, as well as the Dodgers and Angels, a series which is covered fully in the ******* MLB Series Betting regular feature.

Now, here’s a look at some of the Top ******* Power Trends you’ll want to utilize in your weekend wagering, including several focusing on interleague performance.

ST LOUIS at ARIZONA

ARIZONA is 11-3 OVER (+7.9 Units) when playing against a good team (Win Pct. 54% to 62%) this season. The average score was ARIZONA 6.1, OPPONENT 5.2 - (Rating = 1*)

CHI WHITE SOX at CHICAGO CUBS

CHICAGO CUBS are 10-20 (-19.3 Units) against the money line vs. teams outscored by opp by 0.5 or more runs/game this season. The average score was CHICAGO CUBS 4.1, OPPONENT 4.7 - (Rating = 3*)

HOUSTON at NY YANKEES

NY YANKEES are 9-0 UNDER (+9.0 Units) in home games vs. NL teams allowing 4.8 or more runs/game on the season over the last 3 seasons. The average score was NY YANKEES 2.7, OPPONENT 3.9 - (Rating = 1*)

NY METS at BALTIMORE

NY METS are 18-5 UNDER (+12.3 Units) when playing against a terrible team (Win Pct. <=38%) over the last 2 seasons. The average score was NY METS 3.9, OPPONENT 3.5 - (Rating = 2*)

WASHINGTON at CLEVELAND

WASHINGTON is 17-6 UNDER (+9.9 Units) vs. a poor bullpen whose ERA is 4.50 or worse this season. The average score was WASHINGTON 4.0, OPPONENT 3.9 - (Rating = 1*)

PITTSBURGH at DETROIT

DETROIT is 9-0 (+9.0 Units) against the money line in home games vs. NL teams scoring 4.3 or less runs/game on the season over the last 3 seasons. The average score was DETROIT 6.2, OPPONENT 3.7 - (Rating = 1*)

FLORIDA at TAMPA BAY

FLORIDA is 13-4 (+11.8 Units) against the money line when playing against a top-level team (Win Pct. > 62%) over the last 3 seasons. The average score was FLORIDA 5.1, OPPONENT 3.8 - (Rating = 2*)

PHILADELPHIA at BOSTON

PHILADELPHIA is 18-6 (+10.6 Units) against the money line in road games vs. a poor bullpen whose ERA is 4.50 or worse over the last 2 seasons. The average score was PHILADELPHIA 5.4, OPPONENT 4.5 - (Rating = 1*)

KANSAS CITY at CINCINNATI

CINCINNATI is 14-3 (+11.0 Units) against the money line when playing against a bad team (Win Pct. 38% to 46%) this season. The average score was CINCINNATI 5.2, OPPONENT 3.0 - (Rating = 2*)

ATLANTA at MINNESOTA

MINNESOTA is 39-25 (+19.7 Units) against the money line vs. NL teams scoring 4.8 or more runs/game on the season since 1997. The average score was MINNESOTA 5.5, OPPONENT 4.2 - (Rating = 0*)

TEXAS at MILWAUKEE

TEXAS is 27-9 (+17.7 Units) against the money line vs. a poor bullpen whose WHIP is 1.550 or worse over the last 2 seasons. The average score was TEXAS 6.1, OPPONENT 4.3 - (Rating = 2*)

TORONTO at COLORADO

COLORADO is 51-28 UNDER (+20.6 Units) vs. AL teams allowing 4.7 or less runs/game on the season since 1997. The average score was COLORADO 4.4, OPPONENT 5.0 - (Rating = 1*)

SEATTLE at SAN DIEGO

SEATTLE is 30-15 UNDER (+12.9 Units) vs. a very good bullpen whose ERA is 3.33 or better over the last 3 seasons. The average score was SEATTLE 3.8, OPPONENT 3.8 - (Rating = 0*)

LA ANGELS at LA DODGERS

LA ANGELS are 8-1 (+8.9 Units) against the money line in road games against NL West opponents over the last 2 seasons. The average score was LA ANGELS 7.1, OPPONENT 4.0 - (Rating = 1*)

OAKLAND at SAN FRANCISCO

SAN FRANCISCO is 68-44 UNDER (+17.2 Units) vs. teams whose hitters strike out 7 or more times/game over the last 2 seasons. The average score was SAN FRANCISCO 4.1, OPPONENT 3.5 - (Rating = 1*)

**StarDust Bum** · 06-11-2010, 03:50 PM

MLB Series Betting- L.A. Angels at L.A. Dodgers

In Southern California, it is simply known as the I-5 Freeway Series when these two teams meet annually in interleague action. The interstate is known for its sprawling expanse and both teams play has resembled this roadway. Early in the season both Los Angeles’ teams played like they were stuck in neutral playing very ordinary baseball. However recently, both are like a car that just cleared an accident area, where the road opens up and you can punch the accelerator and take out off.

The Dodgers (36-24, +5.8 units) have been the best team in baseball since May 9, posting a 23-7 record to storm back and recapture first place in the NL West. The Dodgers offense has been relatively steady most of the season and ranks fifth in the National League; however it has been its pitching that has been the difference-maker. They have held opposing teams to three runs or less in 18 of last 30 games and moved from 14th to 8th in ERA in the senior circuit, now at 3.95. Joe Torre’s club doesn’t exactly have a collection of Golden Glover’s; nevertheless they are 15-3 after two straight games where they committed zero errors this season.

The Angels (33-30, +2.3) lost key members in the offseason via free agency and were expected to contend, not control the AL West in 2010. They met the lower expectations set for them playing below .500 since the third game of the season and even their most thrilling moment of the campaign turned into calamity, when their best hitter Kendry Morales fractured his fibula jumping on home plate after smacking walk-off grand slam home run. Baseball experts on ESPN and MLB immediately wrote off the Halos, but they forgot about the manager, Mike Scioscia. Instead of folding, the Angels have persevered; winning 10 of last 13, to move into second place, 1.5 games behind Texas. They will start this series 15-3 in road games after six consecutive starts versus division rivals.

The Blue Crew will have a decided pitching edge in the opener, with Chad Billingsley (6-3, 3.80 ERA) meeting Joel Pineiro (4-6, 5.23). Billingsley is 4-1 with a 2.77 ERA in his last six starts and versus the Angels disharmonious bullpen (4.88, 1.664 WHIP), the home team is 10-1 against a horrible pen whose WHIP is 1.650 or worse over the last two seasons.

Pineiro snapped a personal three-game losing streak, but was far from impressive in permitting nine hits and four runs over six innings at Seattle in 9-4 triumph and is a disheveled 0-8 in interleague action the last two years. (Team's Record) It stands to reason for the Dodgers to be -164 money line favorite at Sportsbook.com in the opener as online sports betting activists will note.

Game 1 Edge: Dodgers

If the term “opposites attract”, these teams are a perfect match. Like all cities that support two baseball organizations, when one team is home the other is on the road. That is the case here as the Dodgers are 8-2 on their longest homestand of the season with three games left. This in turn has the Angels away from the Big A for 14 road contests and they’ve held up well with 8-3 record thus far.

Interleague baseball seems to bring out the best and worst of each squad, as the team from Anaheim has one of the best records since 2007 with 39-18 (+17.6) mark. The team playing in Chavez Ravine is among the weakest in baseball at 21-30 (-11.75).

Scott Kazmir (5-5, 5.40) will take the ball for the Halos, having won three of his last four starts. He’s spotted his pitches better of late, but command is his worst enemy. After having a better than 2-to-1 ratio of strikes and walks for his career, he has 39 punch-outs and handed out 27 free passes this year. He’ll be relying on his club’s history that shows 19-7 interleague road record coming into the series.

John Ely (3-2, 3.00) might not throw in the high 90’s, however has displayed pitching acumen by throwing strikes and staying out of trouble. His pinpoint location has kept his team in games and the Dodgers are 6-2 when Ely starts.

Game 2 Edge: Dodgers

Jered Weaver (5-3, 3.20) seldom has two poor outings in a row and he was rocked for 12 hits and six runs his last time out in Oakland. Weaver is tied for the AL lead in K’s with 89 and is 3-2 with a 2.94 ERA in six career starts against the Dodgers. He’s been especially fond of Dodger Stadium with a 0.55 ERA in three outings and the Angels are 14-9 in day games this season.

Rookie Carlos Monasterios (3-0, 2.27) was forced into duty when Vicente Padilla went on disabled list and the Dodgers were really hurting for a fifth starter. Despite almost no experience at this level, Monasterious has thrown better than anyone could have imagined and his .215 batting average allowed is the lowest among first year pitchers with two or more starts in a season full of rookie pitchers making big introductions. The Dodgers began this series 23-10 at home.

Game 3 Edge: Angels

This should be an entertaining series with anything possible. The teams have split 12 encounters the last two seasons with the road club taking the series each time. The Dodgers are playing better baseball, have the better bullpen (Closer Jonathan Broxton has converted 15 straight save opportunities) and have been exceptional at home. If the games are tight, the team in the white uniforms is 15-6 in one run affairs, including 9-1 at home. Give the edge to the team from L.A., the one closer to Hollywood.

Sportsbook.com series odds: Angels +140, Dodgers -180

**jt4545** · 06-11-2010, 04:33 PM

good luck and thanks

**StarDust Bum** · 06-11-2010, 07:08 PM

Diamond Trends - Friday

Rangers at Brewers – The Rangers are 10-0 since April 28, 2009 as a favorite after a win in which their opponent left fewer than 10 men on base for a net profit of $1000. The Rangers are 6-0 since April 12, 2010 when Rich Harden starts as a favorite for a net profit of $600.

Cardinals at Diamondbacks – The Cardinals are 7-0 since July 23, 2009 after a loss in which they had fewer than five team-left-on-base for a net profit of $715. The Diamondbacks are 0-5 since April 19, 2010 when Rodrigo Lopez starts vs a team that has averaged 7+ strikeouts per game for a net profit of $500 when playing against.

Angels at Dodgers – The League is 0-10 since May 29, 2010 as a 140+ dog after a loss in which they had fewer than five team-left-on-base for a net profit of $1000 when playing against. The League is 9-0 since May 06, 2009 as a 140+ favorite after a win in which they were shut out in the last 6 innings and it is the first game of a series for a net profit of $900.

Athletics at Giants – The Athletics are 5-0 since May 08, 2009 after a win in which they allowed 1 or fewer walks and it is the first game of a series for a net profit of $640. The Giants are 8-0 since July 06, 2009 as a home 140+ favorite after allowing 6+ runs loss for a net profit of $800. The Giants are 6-0 since August 18, 2009 when Tim Lincecum starts as a favorite in the first game of a series for a net profit of $600.

Mets at Orioles – The Mets are 0-9 since May 02, 2009 on the road within 20 cents of pickem when they are off a win in which they never trailed for a net profit of $915 when playing against.

Mariners at Padres – The Mariners are 0-9 since May 06, 2009 as a road dog after a 5+ run loss for a net profit of $900 when playing against. The Mariners are 0-5 since July 31, 2009 when Jason Vargas starts on the road for a net profit of $500 when playing against.

Marlins at Rays – The Marlins are 5-0 since September 22, 2009 when Anibal Sanchez starts vs a team that lost their starters last two starts for a net profit of $585. The Rays are 7-0 since May 29, 2009 when James Shields starts as a 140+ favorite in the first game of a series for a net profit of $700.

Phillies at Red Sox – The Phillies are 0-6 since September 26, 2009 after a loss in which they allowed 1 or fewer walks for a net profit of $780 when playing against. The Red Sox are 8-0 since June 29, 2009 after a one run loss and it is the first game of a series for a net profit of $800

Royals at Reds – The Royals are 0-6 since July 19, 2009 when Luke Hochevar starts as a 140+ dog after throwing more than 100 pitches for a net profit of $600 when playing against.. The Reds are 7-0 since June 10, 2009 when their starter went at least eight innings in his last start after a win for a net profit of $730.

Blue Jays at Rockies – The Blue Jays are 6-0 since June 16, 2009 when Ricky Romero starts vs a team that won their starters last three starts for a net profit of $865. The Rockies are 7-0 since July 12, 2009 as a home 140+ favorite when they won by one run in their starter's last start for a net profit of $700. The Rockies are 7-0 since May 29, 2009 as a home favorite after a loss and it is the first game of the series for a net profit of $700.

Pirates at Tigers – The Pirates are 0-5 since August 30, 2009 when Ross Ohlendorf starts after his team won the last time he started vs this opponent for a net profit of $520 when playing against. The Tigers are 8-0 since June 06, 2009 as a home 140+ favorite after a loss in which they had 6 or fewer hits for a net profit of $800.

Braves at Twins – The Braves are 5-0 since April 15, 2010 when Tim Hudson starts after a quality start on the road for a net profit of $500

Astros at Yankees – The Astros are 4-0 since September 06, 2009 as a 170+ dog after a one run win for a net profit of $780. The Yankees are 12-0 since April 17, 2009 as a 200+ favorite vs a team that has won at least their last two games for a net profit of $1200. The Yankees are 6-0 since August 14, 2009 when Andy Pettitte starts as a favorite vs a team that won their starters last two starts for a net profit of $600.

**StarDust Bum** · 06-11-2010, 07:37 PM

Friday Tips

Interleague play is back on Friday night for the next two weeks with four of the traditional matchups taking place. The state of California is dominated with rivalries as the A's and Giants meet up in San Francisco, while the Dodgers and Angels hook up at Chavez Ravine. In the afternoon, the Cubs and White Sox renew acquaintances on the North Side of Chicago. We'll highlight four night matchups, starting with the Sunshine State showdown in St. Pete.

Marlins at Rays - 7:10 PM EST

The Fish halted a four-game skid with a 2-0 victory at Philadelphia on Thursday, as Florida takes on Tampa Bay at Tropicana Field. The Rays' offense is rolling with 30 runs in the last four games, while going 3-1.

James Shields (5-4, 3.64 ERA) has struggled recently by allowing 21 hits and 13 runs in his last two starts, both losses. The righty has won only one home decision this season, but the Rays are 3-3 in his six starts at the Trop. Shields has delivered quality starts in eight of his last nine trips to the mound, including three outings of 10 or more strikeouts. Five of Shields' six career starts against the Marlins have resulted in 'overs,' as the Rays split his two outings versus Florida last season.

The Marlins counter with Anibal Sanchez (5-3, 3.18 ERA), who is 4-1 in his last five starts. Sanchez's four-game winning streak came to a halt in his last trip to the hill in a 4-3 road loss to the Mets. The righty has given up two earned runs or less in eight of his previous nine starts, with the Mets tallying four runs on Sanchez last Friday. The 'under' has profited for Sanchez on the highway, hitting in four of five away starts.

Tampa Bay has dominated this series recently, claiming five of six meetings last season, including all three in St. Pete. Dating back to 2007, the Rays are 12-2 the last 14 matchups against the Marlins, with the 'over' going 9-4-1.

Phillies at Red Sox - 7:10 PM EST

A pair of veteran arms take the hill at Fenway Park when Philadelphia looks to avenge a series loss to Boston last month. The Sox held the Phillies to 19 straight scoreless innings at one point during the weekend set, as Boston grabbed two of three games.

The Red Sox send out the up-and-down John Lackey (6-3, 4.72 ERA) to the mound, who is coming off a loss as a road favorite at Baltimore. Boston has won four straight home starts made by Lackey, despite his 5.60 ERA at Fenway Park this season. Lackey has been bailed out by strong support with the Sox plating at least seven runs in three of those home victories. The righty was knocked around last month by the Phillies, allowing four earned runs and two homers in five innings of work in a 5-1 road setback.

Jamie Moyer (6-5, 3.98 ERA) has turned into a viable arm once again inside the Philadelphia rotation, fresh off a complete-game victory over the Padres. The 47-year old southpaw finally received some much needed run support in the win against San Diego (6 runs) after the Phils totaled one run in his previous three starts combined. Moyer hasn't pitched at Fenway Park since 2006 (as a member of the Mariners), as the ageless wonder lost to Boston back in May, 3-0, despite allowing four hits and two earned runs in five innings.

This is Philadelphia's first trip to Boston since 2006, as the Sox are 15-4 the last 19 meetings dating back to 2004. Excluding the World Series, the Phillies finished last season at 5-4 on the road in interleague play, while the 'under' hit six times.

Braves at Twins - 8:10 PM EST

The rematch of the epic 1991 World Series doesn't have the same ring to it this time around, but Friday's pitching matchup is a solid one at Target Field. Atlanta continues a ten-game road trip, as the Braves have dropped four of seven since a nine-game winning streak.

The Braves had won each of Tim Hudson's (6-1, 2.44 ERA) last five starts prior to an extra-innings setback to the Dodgers this past Sunday. Hudson continues to be one of the most consistent pitchers in the National League, compiling quality starts in nine of his last 10 outings. The last time Hudson faced the Twins was back in 2007 at the Metrodome, as the Braves fell, 3-2. Hudson scattered two hits in 7.1 innings, but was outdueled by former Minnesota ace Johan Santana.

The second-coming of Santana in Minnesota is lefty Francisco Liriano (5-3, 3.10 ERA), who is fresh off consecutive quality starts at Seattle and Oakland. Liriano has made just two home starts since April 22, both losses to the Yankees and Orioles as 'chalk.' Run support has been issue for Liriano lately, with the Twins scoring 17 runs in his last six starts (2-4).

The Braves are a dreadful 1-13 when Hudson starts against interleague opponents, including an 0-7 mark on the road. On the flip side, the Twins own a solid 7-1 mark when Liriano takes the mound versus NL competition.

Blue Jays at Rockies - 9:10 PM EST

The hottest pitcher in baseball goes for his 12th victory of the season as Ubaldo Jimenez makes his first career start against Toronto. The Rockies will try to bounce back after dropping three of four at home to the Astros, while the Jays avoided a sweep on Thursday with a 3-2 triumph at Tampa Bay.

Jimenez (11-1, 0.93 ERA) has been money in the bank every time he's taken the hill this season, delivering quality starts in each of his 12 outings. There's no reason to 'fade' him at this point, but the prices keep rising on Jimenez each time out. Friday's start against Toronto will be the sixth time this season Jimenez has been listed as a $2.00 favorite or higher. The 'under' has cashed in five of the last six for the Rockies' ace, while Colorado has covered the run-line in every start but one for Jimenez.

The Jays have been successful when Ricky Romero (5-2, 3.06 ERA) takes the bump, winning eight of his 12 starts. Romero is coming off back-to-back home wins over the Yankees and Orioles, tossing 17 innings and allowing three earned runs. Toronto has lost each of Romero's last two starts on the highway against the Angels and Mariners, while receiving just three runs of support in each defeat. The 'over' has cashed in four of Romero's five road starts this season, while the lefty is 3-0 in three career interleague outings.

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