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**Udog** · 08-31-2010, 06:53 PM

Good luck tonight, Bum!

**StarDust Bum** · 08-31-2010, 07:03 PM

Thanks UDOG.....wish that buck forty one had hit for us last night......

**StarDust Bum** · 08-31-2010, 07:04 PM

A's and Indians intriguing Tuesday underdog plays

As we close down the month of August tonight, we focus on the two American League teams that scored double-digit runs last night -- the Yankees and White Sox. Both clubs exploded on Monday and are heavily favored to repeat their efforts on Tuesday.
The Yankees crushed Oakland’s Trevor Cahill, tagging him for eight runs on nine hits and raising his ERA from 2.43 to 2.82. The White Sox, possibly jazzed up about signing Manny Ramirez, slammed 10 runs on 21 hits in their extra-inning win at Cleveland. Below is why we think the underdogs are worth the play tonight.

Oakland (65-65) at New York Yankees (81-50), 7:05 p.m. EDT Sports.com Line: New York -200, Oakland +170 Total: 9
The Yankees had 13 hits last night with the middle of the order doing all the damage. Mark Teixeira, Robinson Cano and Nick Swisher each had three hits and combined for seven runs and seven RBI. Vin Mazzaro (6-6, 3.61 ERA) takes the hill tonight for Oakland and will try to quiet these bats.

The 23-year-old Mazzaro, will be extra geared up for this one having been born in nearby Hackensack, NJ. His first start in Yankee Stadium last August was not so memorable as Mazzaro surrendered six runs on eight hits in just 4.1 IP. But despite having no wins to show for it, Mazzaro carries a current string of five straight quality starts (2.56 ERA, 1.26 WHIP). The A’s mustered only 12 total runs in those five outings.

New York counters with Phil Hughes (15-6, 4.12 ERA) who has reaped the benefits of run support this seasons. The Yankees have scored eight or more runs in 11 of his 24 starts this year. The fortunate Hughes was absolutely shelled in his last outing in Toronto, allowing five runs, six hits and walking five in just 3.2 innings. Despite his 9-3 home mark, Hughes has a 4.66 ERA in Yankee Stadium this year, surrendering 16 HR in 83 IP in the hitter-friendly park.

This FoxSheets stat shows that its worth taking a shot on the big underdogs tonight. OAKLAND is 30-28 (+27.1 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +175 to +200 since 1997. The average score was OAKLAND 4.4, OPPONENT 4.4 - (Rating = 2*).

And if you agree with backing the A’s, you should also play the Under.OAKLAND is 19-6 UNDER (+12.4 Units) in August games this season. The average score was OAKLAND 3.5, OPPONENT 2.8 - (Rating = 2*).

Chicago White Sox (71-60) at Cleveland (53-78), 7:05 p.m. EDT Sports.com Line: Chicago -140, Cleveland +120 Total: 8.5
As the Manny sideshow rolls into one of his former hometowns, the White Sox find themselves four games back of Minnesota in the AL Central. Last night, Chicago blew a three-run lead in the ninth inning before banging out a four-run 11th inning to beat Cleveland.

The Sox trot out Edwin Jackson (8-10, 4.44 ERA) who has been on a roll since coming to to Chicago. In four starts with the White Sox, Jackson is 2-0 with a 0.96 ERA. But he has only faced two teams in those four games, the mediocre Tigers and the dreadful Orioles.

Cleveland sends Justin Masterson (5-12, 5.23 ERA) to the mound. Masterson has been great at home this year with a 3.76 ERA, including two straight quality starts (12 IP, 6 H, 2 ER). The Indians are 7-5 in Masterson’s 12 home starts as he has surrendered just six homers in 76.2 innings at Progressive Field.

This highly-rated FoxSheets stat shows a cold hitting team usually overcomes a hot pitcher:

Play On - Home teams (CLEVELAND) - cold hitting team - batting .240 or worse over their last 10 games against opponent starting a pitcher who gave up <=1 earned runs in his last 2 outings. (121-60 over the last 5 seasons.) (66.9%, +66.8 units. Rating = 4*).

**StarDust Bum** · 08-31-2010, 07:06 PM

Diamond Trends - Tuesday

Cardinals at Astros - The Cardinals are 6-0 since May 20, 2009 when Chris Carpenter starts as a favorite when his team suffered a walk-off loss in his last start for a net profit of $600. The Astros are 6-0 since July 31, 2010 vs a team that has lost at least their last three games for a net profit of $680.

Mets at Braves – The Braves are 10-0 since May 28, 2010 as a home 140+ favorite after scoring 6+ runs win for a net profit of $1000.

Pirates at Cubs – The Pirates are 0-16 since July 06, 2010 on the road vs a divisional foe that is ahead of them in the divisional standings for a net profit of $1600 when playing against. The Cubs are 7-0 since August 08, 2009 when Ryan Dempster starts after facing 25 or fewer hitters for a net profit of $805. The Cubs are 0-5 since May 04, 2010 as a 140+ favorite after scoring 6+ runs for a net profit of $810 when playing against.

Padres at Diamondbacks – The Padres are 0-7 since May 26, 2009 when Kevin Correia starts vs a team that won their starters last three starts for a net profit of $755 when playing against. The Diamondbacks are 0-6 since May 05, 2010 vs a team that has lost at least their last three games and it is not the first game of a series for a net profit of $615 when playing against.

Phillies at Dodgers – The Phillies are 0-5 since April 27, 2010 after a loss in which they allowed 1 or fewer walks and it is not the first game of a series for a net profit of $750 when playing against.

Rockies at Giants – The Rockies are 0-7 since May 07, 2010 on the road after a one run win for a net profit of $740 when playing against. The Giants are 6-0 since April 11, 2010 as a home 140+ favorite after a loss in which they had 6 or fewer hits for a net profit of $600.

White Sox at Indians – The White Sox are 0-6 since July 31, 2010 as a favorite after scoring 6+ runs win for a net profit of $840 when playing against. The Indians are 0-8 since August 25, 2009 when Justin Masterson starts after going at least 6 innings and giving up 6 or fewer hits for a net profit of $800 when playing against.

Angels at Mariners – The Mariners are 6-0 since May 20, 2010 at home after a loss in which they were shut out in the first 6 innings for a net profit of $760.

Nationals at Marlins – The Nationals are 0-12 since April 18, 2010 as a dog vs a team that has lost at least their last two games and it is not the first game of a series for a net profit of $1200 when playing against. The Marlins are 6-0 since October 03, 2009 when Anibal Sanchez starts after he had a WHIP of at least 2 his last start for a net profit of $855.

Red Sox at Orioles – The Red Sox are 6-0 since April 26, 2010 as a road favorite after a loss and it is the first game of the series for a net profit of $600.

Blue Jays at Rays – The Blue Jays are 0-11 since April 26, 2010 as a dog after a loss in which they left fewer than 10 men on base for a net profit of $1100 when playing against.

Brewers at Reds – The Brewers are 7-0 since June 06, 2010 as a dog when they are off a loss in which they held the lead for a net profit of $1055. The Brewers are 0-7 since June 21, 2009 when Yovani Gallardo starts as a dog for a net profit of $700 when playing against. The Reds are 7-0 since May 29, 2010 as a favorite after a win in which they left 18+ men on base and it is not the first game of a series for a net profit of $700.

Rangers at Royals – The Rangers are 0-5 since August 03, 2010 on the road when they lost the last two games their starter started for a net profit of $690 when playing against.

Tigers at Twins – The Tigers are 0-6 since May 07, 2009 when Armando Galarraga starts after losing as a home favorite in his last start for a net profit of $620 when playing against. The Twins are 7-0 since May 08, 2010 as a favorite after a loss in which they drew 1 or fewer walks for a net profit of $700.

Athletics at Yankees – The Yankees are 7-0 since May 15, 2009 when Philip Hughes starts after his team lost the last time he started for a net profit of $700. The Yankees are 0-6 since July 30, 2010 after a 5+ run win for a net profit of $770 when playing against.

**StarDust Bum** · 08-31-2010, 11:01 PM

Nats' Strasburg to have Tommy John surgery Friday

MIAMI (AP) -Washington Nationals rookie ace Stephen Strasburg will have Tommy John surgery on Friday to rebuild his injured right elbow.

The recuperation period is expected to be 12 to 18 months.

The surgery will be in Los Angeles and performed by Dr. Lewis Yocum, with Nationals team doctor Dr. Wiemi Douoguih assisting.

Strasburg tore a ligament while pitching Aug. 21 in Philadelphia. The right-hander who created such a buzz all through baseball was 5-3 with a 2.91 ERA.

**Udog** · 08-31-2010, 11:24 PM

Bum,

I saw the Rockies pick in time. Thank you!

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