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**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 09:27 AM

Armadillo: Friday's six-pack

-- So Dwight Howard is a Laker now and they didn't trade Pau Gasol to get him, as the rich get richer in the NBA.

-- Andre Iguodala is a Nugget, Andrew Bynum is a 76er, Arron Afflalo is on the Magic and season ticket salespeople in Orlando are screwed.

-- Peyton Manning was 4-7 for 44 yards in his rainy Denver debut-- he threw a red zone INT. Broncos crushed Chicago 31-3 behind Manning's backup, former Bear Caleb Hanie.

-- Chargers' RB Ryan Mathews broke his collarbone, is out 4-6 weeks.

-- Robert Griffin III was 4-6 for 70 yards in his pro debut, a 7-6 win at Buffalo. All three Bills' QB completed less than half their passes.

-- Tigers-Red Sox-Orioles all lost; good day for my A's, who were idle.

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Armadillo: Friday's List of 13: Random stuff with the weekend here.......

13) A high school in Allen, TX (Dallas suburb) is getting a new football stadium. Will seat 18,000, have a weight room/luxury suites and cost a cool $60M. That’s $60M for a high school football stadium. Guess the economy is better in Texas than in most places.

12) Speaking of Texas, we have a greedy bastard update from the Mobil station on corner of Fuller/Central here in beautiful downtown Colonie. $3.87 a gallon now, up 8 cents a gallon this week, 14 cents a gallon over last two weeks. Hey, someone has to pay for that stadium in Texas.

11) CJ Wilson is 9-8, 3.34 this season. Bartolo Colon is 9-8, 3.38, so almost exact same numbers. Difference is that Colon is making $2M this season, Wilson $10M. That’s how the A’s compete in the AL West; find players who produce about as well as their opponents, but get paid 20% as much money. Hard to find those people.

10) Miami Dolphin head coach Joe Philbin was an assistant coach on the Allegheny College team that won the Division III national title in 1992. His WR coach with the Dolphins is Ken O’Keefe, who was the HC of that Allegheny team, and served as OC at Iowa for the past dozen years.

9) #104-ranked golfer Andres Romero is the highest-ranked golfer in the world who isn’t at the PGA Championship this week.

8) Hard to believe, but Lamar Odom has made more money in his NBA career than Eldrick Woods has made on the golf course, at least in terms of official PGA Tour earnings. Endorsements are another story, but still a surprising figure. Odom is a good player but has never been an NBA star—he has earned over $107M in his hoop career.

7) Red Sox are 15-27 when Lester/Beckett start, 40-31 when anyone else starts. Lester/Beckett are supposedly the Sox’ two best pitchers, but haven’t been this season.

6) Watching Showtime’s reality show on the Marlins, they showed an exercise device, an anti-gravity treadmill that Giancarlo Stanton has been using, that effectively takes the weight off the injured leg, kind of like jogging in water. Interesting tool.

5) Texas Rangers have scored 10+ runs in 14 games this season, most in the majors.

4) Baltimore Orioles are 60-52, but have scored 54 less runs than they’ve allowed; St Louis Cardinals are 61-51, but have scored 101 more runs than they’ve allowed.

3) Ohio State is ineligible for Big Dozen title or a bowl game this football season; they usually get around 44,000 alumni requests for season tickets. This year, they’ve gotten 33,436. Urban Meyer has a strong history of doing well with players other guys recruited to that school. This will be an interesting year for the Buckeyes.

2) Both horse handicappers on this site are ripping it up, both over $300 ahead at the Saratoga meet, and that’s hard to do.

Get to the college football page and read Mac Daddy and DDLohaus every day from now thru Labor Day.

1) Olympic basketball semifinals Friday; Spain-Russia, USA-Argentina. Americans just beat Argentina by 29, but it was 60-59 at the half. Should be an interesting twinbill. Americans are a 25.5-point favorite.

**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 09:29 AM

CFL
Dunkel

Saskatchewan at Edmonton
The Eskimos look to build on their 6-1 ATS record in their last 7 games as a home favorite of 1 to 3 points. Edmonton is the pick (-1 1/2) according to Dunkel, which has the Eskimos favored by 5 1/2. Dunkel Pick: Edmonton (-1 1/2). Here are all of this week's CFL picks

FRIDAY, AUGUST 10

Game 293-294: Saskatchewan at Edmonton (9:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Saskatchewan 115.771; Edmonton 121.235
Dunkel Line: Edmonton by 5 1/2; 42
Vegas Line: Edmonton by 1 1/2; 45
Dunkel Pick: Edmonton (-1 1/2); Under

CFL
Long Sheet

Friday, August 10

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SASKATCHEWAN (3 - 2) at EDMONTON (3 - 2) - 8/10/2012, 9:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SASKATCHEWAN is 107-68 ATS (+32.2 Units) as an underdog since 1996.
SASKATCHEWAN is 42-25 ATS (+14.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1996.
EDMONTON is 63-90 ATS (-36.0 Units) as a favorite since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
EDMONTON is 5-3 against the spread versus SASKATCHEWAN over the last 3 seasons
EDMONTON is 5-3 straight up against SASKATCHEWAN over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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CFL
Armadillo's Write-Up

Week 7

Home (11-11). Favorites (10-12), Over (11-11). West 7-4 vs East.

Saskatchewan (3-2) @ Edmonton (3-2)-- Both teams lost last game by one point; Roughriders blew 32-14 lead in 4th quarter at home, their second loss in row after a 4-0 start- they scored 43-38 points in two road games, but they've allowed 55 second half points in last two games. Eskimos are 2-0 at home, allowing 15-10 points; they lost 17-1 (+4) in Regina in Week 2, passing for just 116 yards in a game Riders led 6-1 at half. Four of five Edmonton games stayed under the total. Eskimos have ten takeaways (+5) in last three games, after having one (-1) in its first two games. Riders' last three games were all decided by 3 or less points.

CFL

Week 7

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Trend Report
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Friday, August 10

9:30 PM
SASKATCHEWAN vs. EDMONTON
Saskatchewan is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Edmonton
Saskatchewan is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Edmonton
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Edmonton's last 14 games when playing at home against Saskatchewan
Edmonton is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Saskatchewan

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CFL

Week 6

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CFL preview: Saskatchewan Roughriders vs. Edmonton Eskimos
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Saskatchewan Roughriders vs. Edmonton Eskimos (-2, 45.5)

Commonwealth Stadium, Edmonton, 9:30 p.m. ET

After a 3-0 start to the season the Saskatchewan Roughriders have dropped back-to-back games in heartbreak fashion. The Roughriders blew an 18-point lead in the fourth quarter for the second consecutive week and ended up losing 35-34 to Hamilton on July 28. Saskatchewan also dropped its Week 4 matchup against Calgary by three points due to poor execution down the stretch.

The Riders will receive a morale boost this week when defensive tackle Mick Williams makes his debut. It’ll be William’s first game since Sept. 2010 when he played in an NFL preseason game with the Chicago Bears. Williams was a first-team All-Big East player during his senior season at the University of Pittsburgh in 2009. and will certainly bolster the defensive line.

Saskatchewan also signed non-import kicker Sandro DeAngelis earlier this week. The 31-year-old was named the Most Outstanding Canadian of the 2008 Grey Cup as a member of the Calgary Stampeders.

The Edmonton Eskimos rode a two-game winning streak into Winnipeg in Week 5 and were edged 23-22 by the Blue Bombers. Pivot Steven Jyles fumbled on a potential game-winning drive late in the fourth quarter and Edmonton was denied a third straight victory . The last time the Eskimos played at the friendly confines of Commonwealth Stadium they put up 42 points against Winnipeg to improve to 2-0 at home in Week 3.

Both clubs enter with identical 3-2 records and are coming off a bye week.

Trends and notes

*Saskatchewan is 4-1-0 ATS.
*The Roughriders are 3-2-0 O/U.
*The Eskimos are 3-2-0 ATS.
*Edmonton is 1-3-1 O/U.
*Under is 7-0 in Roughriders last seven vs. a team with a winning record.
*The Edmonton defense has allowed a league-low 15.8 points per game.
*Saskatchewan held Edmonton to a single point in its Week 1 victory over the Eskimos.

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**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 09:32 AM

MLB
Dunkel

Seattle at LA Angels
The Mariners look to take advantage of an Angels team that is 2-9 in Ervin Santana's last 11 home starts. Seattle is the pick (-105) according to Dunkel, which has the Mariners favored by 1. Dunkel Pick: Seattle (-105). Here are all of today's picks.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 9

Game 951-952: Cincinnati at Chicago Cubs (2:20 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Cincinnati (Bailey) 15.474; Cubs (Germano) 14.265
Dunkel Line: Cincinnati by 1; 7
Vegas Line: Cincinnati (-140); No Run Total
Dunkel Pick: Cincinnati (-140); N/A

Game 953-954: St. Louis at Philadelphia (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: St. Louis (Lohse) 15.038; Philadelphia (Halladay) 16.141
Dunkel Line: Philadelphia by 1; 8
Vegas Line: Philadelphia (-125); 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Philadelphia (-125); Over

Game 955-956: San Diego at Pittsburgh (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: San Diego (Volquez) 16.524; Pittsburgh (McDonald) 15.637
Dunkel Line: San Diego by 1; 7
Vegas Line: Pittsburgh (-140); 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: San Diego (+120); Under

Game 957-958: LA Dodgers at Miami (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: LA Dodgers (Kershaw) 14.292; Miami (Buehrle) 14.561
Dunkel Line: Miami by 1/2; 8
Vegas Line: LA Dodgers (-160); 7
Dunkel Pick: Miami (+140); Over

Game 959-960: Atlanta at NY Mets (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Atlanta (Maholm) 15.350; NY Mets (Harvey) 15.669
Dunkel Line: NY Mets by 1/2; 7
Vegas Line: Atlanta (-130); 8
Dunkel Pick: NY Mets (+110); Under

Game 961-962: Milwaukee at Houston (8:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Milwaukee (Rogers) 15.463; Houston (Norris) 13.295
Dunkel Line: Milwaukee by 2; 8
Vegas Line: Milwaukee (-120); 8 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Milwaukee (-120); Under

Game 963-964: Washington at Arizona (9:40 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Washington (Strasburg) 16.551; Arizona (Cahill) 15.342
Dunkel Line: Washington by 1; 8 1/2
Vegas Line: Washington (-120); 8
Dunkel Pick: Washington (-120); Over

Game 965-966: Colorado at San Francisco (10:15 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Colorado (Chatwood) 13.842; San Francisco (Lincecum) 16.101
Dunkel Line: San Francisco by 2 1/2; 6 1/2
Vegas Line: San Francisco (-220); 7
Dunkel Pick: San Francisco (-220); Under

Game 967-968: Kansas City at Baltimore (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Kansas City (Hochevar) 16.049; Baltimore (Gonzalez) 16.819
Dunkel Line: Baltimore by 1; 10
Vegas Line: Baltimore (-130); 9
Dunkel Pick: Baltimore (-130); Over

Game 969-970: Boston at Cleveland (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Boston (Buchholz) 14.419; Cleveland (Seddon) 13.717
Dunkel Line: Boston by 1/2; 8 1/2
Vegas Line: Boston (-150); 9
Dunkel Pick: Boston (-150); Under

Game 971-972: NY Yankees at Toronto (7:07 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: NY Yankees (Garcia) 15.404; Toronto (Romero) 15.827
Dunkel Line: Toronto by 1/2; 9
Vegas Line: NY Yankees (-145); 9 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Toronto (+125); Under

Game 973-974: Detroit at Texas (8:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Detroit (Scherzer) 15.632; Texas (Feldman) 15.234
Dunkel Line: Detroit by 1/2; 11
Vegas Line: Texas (-145); 10 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Detroit (+125); Over

Game 975-976: Oakland at Chicago White Sox (8:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Oakland (McCarthy) 15.249; White Sox (Floyd) 14.891
Dunkel Line: Oakland by 1/2; 9
Vegas Line: Chicago White Sox (-120); 8 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Oakland (+100); Over

Game 977-978: Tampa Bay at Minnesota (8:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Tampa Bay (Hellickson) 15.547; Minnesota (De Vries) 15.865
Dunkel Line: Minnesota by 1/2; 8
Vegas Line: Tampa Bay (-115); 8 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Minnesota (-105); Under

Game 979-980: Seattle at LA Angels (10:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Seattle (Hernandez) 15.947; LA Angels (Santana) 14.920
Dunkel Line: Seattle by 1; 6
Vegas Line: LA Angels (-115); 7
Dunkel Pick: Seattle (-105); Under

**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 09:35 AM

MLB
Armadillo's Write-Up

Friday, August 10

Hot pitchers
-- Germano is 1-0, 3.48 in two starts for the Cubs.
-- Lohse is 7-1, 2.33 in his last twelve starts. Halladay is 1-1, 2.08 in his last couple outings.
-- Kershaw won his last two starts, allowing one run in 16 IP.
-- Maholm is 5-1, 1.38 in his last seven starts.
-- Strasburg is 3-1, 3.49 in his last five starts. Cahill is 1-0, 2.77 in his last couple starts.
-- Lincecum is 2-0, 1.38 in his last two starts.

-- Buchholz is 1-0, 1.80 in his last four starts.
-- Feldman is 3-0, 1.19 in his last three starts.
-- McCarthy was 6-1, 2.16 in his last eight starts before going on DL.
-- Hellickson is 2-1, 2.76 in his last three starts.
-- FHernandez is 4-0, 1.13 in his last six starts.

Cold pitchers
-- McDonald is 1-2, 8.44 in his last five starts. Volquez has a 12.15 RA in his last couple starts.
-- Bailey is 0-1, 10.80 in his last two starts.
-- Buehrle is 0-2, 7.53 in his last four starts.
-- Harvey is 0-2, 6.55 in his last two starts.
-- Houston lost last 11 Norris starts; in his last three starts, he allowed total of two runs in innings 1-5, six runs in in four IP after that. Rogers is 0-1, 5.91 in two starts for Milwaukee.
-- Chatwood allowed three runs in 3.1 IP (76 PT) in his first Colorado start.

-- Hochevar is 1-1, 9.60 in his last three starts. MGonzalez is 0-2, 10.80 in two starts at Camden Yards.
-- Seddon allowed four runs in 4.1 IP (80 PT) in his only '12 start.
-- Romero is 1-7, 8.49 in his last nine starts. FGarcia is 1-3, 4.50 in his last four starts.
-- Scherzer is 0-1, 7.15 in his last two starts.
-- Floyd is 1-1, 4.74 in his last three starts.
-- De Vries is 0-0, 3.75 in his last four starts.
-- ESantana is 1-3, 8.73 in his last eight starts.

Hot Teams
-- Cardinals won seven of their last ten games. Philly won seven of last ten home games.
-- San Diego won its last four games, allowing seven runs. Pirates won eight of their last twelve home games.
-- Dodgers won seven of their last ten road games.
-- Braves won 12 of their last 15 games.
-- Milwaukee won its last three games, allowing six runs.
-- Washington won 16 of its last 20 games.
-- Giants won five of their last seven games.

-- Baltimore won eight of its last eleven games. Royals won four of five.
-- Indians lost 11 of their last 13 games. Boston lost seven of last nine.
-- Detroit-Texas both won six of their last eight games.
-- A's won nine of their last 12 road games. White Sox won 13 of their last 17 at home.
-- Twins won five of their last seven games. Rays won eight of last 11.

Cold Teams
-- Cubs lost eight of their last nine games. Cincinnati lost its last five games, scoring 11 runs.
-- Miami lost 15 of its last 22 games.
-- Mets lost nine of their last ten home games.
-- Astros lost 34 of their last 38 games.
-- Diamondbacks lost four of their last six games.
-- Rockies lost 12 of their last 16 games.

-- Blue Jays lost nine of their last 11 games. Bronx Bombers lost 12 of their last 20 games.
-- Seattle lost its last four games, allowing 26 runs. Angels lost six of eight.

Totals
-- Under is 11-4-1 in last sixteen games at Wrigley Field.
-- Eight of last eleven Cardinal road games stayed under.
-- 11 of last 15 San Diego games went over the total.
-- Seven of last ten Dodger road games went over total.
-- Eight of last nine Atlanta games stayed under total.
-- Six of last seven Houston games stayed under the total.
-- Under is 4-1-1 in Arizona's last six home games.
-- Under is 5-1-1 in Colorado's last seven road games.

-- Five of last seven Kansas City games stayed under total.
-- Three of last four Cleveland home games went over.
-- Under is 7-4 in last eleven Bronx road games.
-- Six of last eight Detroit game went over the total.
-- This is ***************.com. Have a great weekend.
-- Over is 6-2-1 in last nine Oakland road games.
-- 15 of last 19 Tampa Bay games stayed under total.
-- Under is 7-2-1 in last ten Seattle road games.

**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 09:39 AM

MLB

Friday, August 10

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Trend Report
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2:20 PM
CINCINNATI vs. CHI CUBS
Cincinnati is 6-3 SU in their last 9 games when playing Chi Cubs
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Cincinnati's last 5 games when playing on the road against Chi Cubs
Chi Cubs are 1-8 SU in their last 9 games
Chi Cubs are 3-6 SU in their last 9 games when playing Cincinnati

7:05 PM
ST. LOUIS vs. PHILADELPHIA
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of St. Louis's last 11 games on the road
St. Louis is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia
Philadelphia is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against St. Louis
Philadelphia is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games at home

7:05 PM
KANSAS CITY vs. BALTIMORE
Kansas City is 4-10 SU in its last 14 games on the road
Kansas City is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
Baltimore is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Baltimore's last 6 games when playing Kansas City

7:05 PM
BOSTON vs. CLEVELAND
Boston is 2-7 SU in its last 9 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Boston's last 6 games when playing Cleveland
Cleveland is 2-11 SU in its last 13 games
Cleveland is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games when playing at home against Boston

7:05 PM
SAN DIEGO vs. PITTSBURGH
San Diego is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Pittsburgh
The total has gone OVER in 5 of San Diego's last 5 games when playing Pittsburgh
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 5 games when playing San Diego
Pittsburgh is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against San Diego

7:07 PM
NY YANKEES vs. TORONTO
NY Yankees are 9-4 SU in their last 13 games when playing Toronto
NY Yankees are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against Toronto
Toronto is 2-9 SU in its last 11 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Toronto's last 8 games when playing at home against NY Yankees

7:10 PM
LA DODGERS vs. MIAMI
LA Dodgers are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 7 of LA Dodgers's last 10 games on the road
Miami is 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against LA Dodgers
Miami is 7-15 SU in its last 22 games

7:10 PM
ATLANTA vs. NY METS
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Atlanta's last 6 games on the road
Atlanta is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing NY Mets
NY Mets are 8-17 SU in its last 25 games
The total has gone OVER in 11 of NY Mets's last 16 games at home

8:05 PM
DETROIT vs. TEXAS
Detroit is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Detroit's last 5 games
Texas is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Detroit
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Texas's last 16 games at home

8:05 PM
MILWAUKEE vs. HOUSTON
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Milwaukee's last 6 games on the road
Milwaukee is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games when playing on the road against Houston
Houston is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games
Houston is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing Milwaukee

8:10 PM
TAMPA BAY vs. MINNESOTA
Tampa Bay is 9-4 SU in its last 13 games when playing Minnesota
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Tampa Bay's last 7 games on the road
Minnesota is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
Minnesota is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games at home

8:10 PM
OAKLAND vs. CHI WHITE SOX
The total has gone UNDER in 15 of Oakland's last 23 games when playing on the road against Chi White Sox
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Oakland's last 6 games when playing on the road against Chi White Sox
Chi White Sox are 13-4 SU in their last 17 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chi White Sox's last 5 games at home

9:40 PM
WASHINGTON vs. ARIZONA
Washington is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Washington's last 13 games when playing on the road against Arizona
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Arizona's last 11 games when playing Washington
Arizona is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing Washington

10:05 PM
SEATTLE vs. LA ANGELS
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Seattle's last 10 games when playing on the road against LA Angels
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Seattle's last 10 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 6 of LA Angels's last 8 games
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of LA Angels's last 10 games when playing at home against Seattle

10:35 PM
COLORADO vs. SAN FRANCISCO
The total has gone UNDER in 17 of Colorado's last 21 games when playing on the road against San Francisco
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Colorado's last 5 games on the road
San Francisco is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing Colorado
San Francisco is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games at home

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**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 09:41 AM

MLB

Friday, August 10

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Friday's streaking and slumping starting pitchers
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STREAKING

Clay Buchholz, Boston Red Sox (9-3, 4.48 ERA)

Buchholz held the Twins to one unearned run over seven innings Saturday, but he did not factor into the decision. Buchholz has now allowed one run or fewer in three of his last four starts, and boasts a 1.98 ERA since returning from the disabled list. He toes the rubber against the Indians next time out.

Scott Feldman, Texas Rangers (6-6, 4.52 ERA)

Feldman’s recent success has forced the Rangers to shift veteran righty Roy Oswalt to the bullpen. Feldman has only allowed three runs over his last three starts - all wins. His ERA has dropped from 5.37 to 4.52 during that stretch. He draws the Tigers in his next outing.

SLUMPING

James McDonald, Pittsburgh Pirates (10-5, 3.42 ERA)

The Reds scored four runs (three earned) on seven hits over six innings against McDonald on Saturday. The righty has surrendered four runs or more in five consecutives outings. He takes the hill against the Padres in his next start.

Homer Bailey, Cincinnati Reds (9-7, 3.98 ERA)

Bailey couldn't get out of the fifth inning Sunday against Pittsburgh, leaving with the bases loaded and two outs. He allowed four runs on nine hits. The right-hander also surrendered six earned runs in 3 2/3 innings in his previous start against the lowly Padres. He looks to turn things around against the Cubs on Friday.

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**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 09:44 AM

NFL Preseason Week 1 Dunkel

NY Jets at Cincinnati
Tim Tebow makes his Jets debut tonight in Cincinnati. The Bengals are the pick (-1 1/2) according to Dunkel, which has Cincinnati favored by 3. Dunkel Pick: Cincinnati (-1 1/2). Here are all of this week's picks.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 10

Game 263-264: Tampa Bay at Miami (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Tampa Bay 122.223; Miami 125.433
Dunkel Line: Miami by 1; 31
Vegas Line: Miami by 2 1/2; 33 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Tampa Bay (+2 1/2); Under

Game 265-266: NY Jets at Cincinnati (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: NY Jets 117.120; Cincinnati 120.154
Dunkel Line: Cincinnati by 3; 38
Vegas Line: Cincinnati by 1 1/2; 34
Dunkel Pick: Cincinnati (-1 1/2); Over

Game 267-268: Cleveland at Detroit (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Cleveland 122.304; Detroit 123.421
Dunkel Line: Detroit by 1; 33
Vegas Line: Detroit by 3; 36
Dunkel Pick: Cleveland (+3); Under

Game 269-270: NY Giants at Jacksonville (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: NY Giants 117.241; Jacksonville 120.543
Dunkel Line: Jacksonville by 3 1/2; 37
Vegas Line: Jacksonville by 2 1/2; 33 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Jacksonville (-2 1/2); Over

Game 271-272: Arizona at Kansas City (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Arizona 121.406; Kansas City 117.322
Dunkel Line: Arizona by 4; 39
Vegas Line: Kansas City by 3; 34 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Arizona (+3); Over

Game 273-274: Minnesota at San Francisco (9:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Minnesota 118.302; San Francisco 123.799
Dunkel Line: San Francisco by 5 1/2; 39
Vegas Line: San Francisco by 3 1/2; 33
Dunkel Pick: San Francisco (-3 1/2); Over

SATURDAY, AUGUST 11

Game 275-276: Houston at Carolina (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Houston 117.306; Carolina 121.786
Dunkel Line: Carolina by 4 1/2; 40
Vegas Line: Carolina by 2 1/2; 35 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Carolina (-2 1/2); Over

Game 277-278: Tennessee at Seattle (10:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Tennessee 120.122; Seattle 124.540
Dunkel Line: Seattle by 4 1/2; 37
Vegas Line: Seattle by 3; 34
Dunkel Pick: Seattle (-3); Over

SUNDAY, AUGUST 12

Game 279-280: St. Louis at Indianapolis (1:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: St. Louis 121.202; Indianapolis 115.403
Dunkel Line: St. Louis by 6; 32
Vegas Line: Pick; 34 1/2
Dunkel Pick: St. Louis; Under

MONDAY, AUGUST 13

Game 281-282: Dallas at Oakland (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Dallas 119.351; Oakland 123.163
Dunkel Line: Oakland by 4; 38
Vegas Line: Oakland by 1 1/2; 35
Dunkel Pick: Oakland (-1 1/2); Over

**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 09:46 AM

NFL Preseason Betting Trends for Friday, August 10, 2012

Tampa Bay at Miami, 7:30 ET
Tampa Bay: 10-2 ATS away vs. AFC East opponents
Miami: 4-0 Under in home games

NY Jets at Cincinnati, 7:30 ET NFL
NY Jets: 15-2 ATS away with a total of 35 points or less
Cincinnati: 22-10 Over as a favorite

Cleveland at Detroit, 7:30 ET
Cleveland: 5-1 Over with a line of +3 to -3
Detroit: 7-1 ATS vs. non-conference opponents

NY Giants at Jacksonville, 7:30 ET
NY Giants: 5-10 ATS as a road underdog of 3 pts or less
Jacksonville: 11-6 Over vs. NFC East opponents

Arizona at Kansas City, 8:00 ET
Arizona: 3-0 ATS playing with 6 or less days rest
Kansas City: 1-5 ATS vs. non-conference opponents

Minnesota at San Francisco, 9:00 ET
Minnesota: 10-3 ATS as an underdog of 3.5 to 9.5 points
San Francisco: 3-7 ATS as a home favorite of 3.5 to 7 points

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NFL Preseason Betting Trends for Saturday, August 11, 2012

Houston at Carolina, 7:00 ET NFL
Houston: 12-3 Over away vs. non-conference opponents
Carolina: 14-31 ATS vs. non-conference opponents

Tennessee at Seattle, 10:00 ET NFL
Tennessee: 17-6 ATS as a road underdog
Seattle: 24-11 Over as a favorite

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NFL Preseason Betting Trends for Sunday, August 12, 2012

St. Louis at Indianapolis, 1:30 ET NFL
St. Louis: 6-1 ATS vs. non-conference opponents
Indianapolis: 27-13 Over as an underdog

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NFL Preseason Betting Trends for Monday, August 13, 2012

Dallas at Oakland, 8:00 ET ESPN
Dallas: 10-19 ATS vs. AFC West opponents
Oakland: 4-0 Over in home games

**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 09:47 AM

Best and worst NFL preseason Week 1 bets

The NFL preseason can make about as much sense as an episode of Lost. Things that should be never are. And players you’ve never heard of can quickly become your all-time faves.

Preseason trends are just as volatile. The tune-up rosters are different, not only year-to-year, but week-to-week as players are cut and added. However, there are some trends and records that jump out during Week 1 of the preseason and can’t be ignored.

Here’s a look at the best and worst teams against the spread in Week 1 of the NFL preseason.

Records from Week 1 of the preseason since 1995.

Best preseason Week 1 bets

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (10-6 SU, 11-5 ATS)

The Bucs are straight cash in their preseason opener, including covering in Week 1 of the preseason the past two summers. Tampa Bay opens the 2012 preseason slate at Miami as a 2.5-point underdog Friday.

Denver Broncos (9-7 SU, 11-4-1 ATS)

The Broncos are a much different beast than 2011, especially with Peyton Manning under center. Thursday’s game against the Bears (-3) is his first action since playing in the Pro Bowl on Jan. 30, 2011. Head coach John Fox says his starters will play the majority of the first quarter.

Tennessee Titans (10-6 SU, 10-6 ATS)

The Titans have a nice QB battle on their hands heading into Week 1 of the preseason with second-year arm Jake Locker fighting veteran Matt Hasselbeck for the starting job. That motivation should provide good value in Tennessee, which is 3-point underdog visiting Hasselbeck’s former team, the Seattle Seahawks, Saturday.

Worst preseason Week 1 bets

Dallas Cowboys (4-12 SU, 3-13 ATS)

It’s tough to find value in the Cowboys during the regular season, but damn near impossible during the exhibition slate. Dallas has been ravaged by injuries this offseason with 17 different players missing practice. America’s Team is a 1.5-point underdog visiting the Raiders Monday.

Detroit Lions (9-7 SU, 4-9-3 ATS)

For anyone who has loyally bet the NFL preseason, this one should catch you off guard. Detroit has provided preseason profits over the past four years, going a combined 12-3-1 ATS in the preseason since 2008. But getting the motor started in Week 1 is an issue. The Lions face the Browns as 3-point home faves Friday.

Philadelphia Eagles (5-10 SU, 4-10-1 ATS)

Eagles head coach Andy Reid never cared about the team’s preseason success in the past and understandably won’t be too concerned about it in 2012 after the death of his son last week. Reid returned to camp following the funeral and is expected to be on the sidelines when Philadelphia hosts the Steelers as a pick’em Thursday. "It will be therapy for Andy,” Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie told reporters.

**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 09:48 AM

Best NFL preseason Week 1 over/under bets

Finding your bearings when it comes to preseason offenses and defenses is like trying to chart a pleasure cruise through the Bermuda Triangle.

The mystery surrounding a coach's game plan in the exhibition slate can leave over/under bettors wagering on blind faith. However, these totals trends may act as a compass in Week 1 of the NFL preseason.

Here’s a look at the best over and best under bets during Week 1 of the NFL preseason.

Records from Week 1 of the preseason since 1995.

Best preseason Week 1 over bets

New York Jets (7-9 SU, 12-4 over/under)

The J-E-T-S, Jets, Jets, Jets have been gold on the O-V-E-R during Week 1 of the preseason the past 16 years. New York has plenty of potential firepower under center with Mark Sanchez and Tim Tebow. The total for Friday’s game at Cincinnati is 34 points.

San Diego Chargers (7-9 SU, 11-5 over/under)

The Bolts have been an awesome over bet in Week 1 of the preseason, topping the total in four of the last five exhibition openers. San Diego collides with Green Bay’s powerful offense Friday with the total set at 37.5 points.

Chicago Bears (6-10 SU, 10-6 over/under)

There’s a change in scenery in the Windy City this summer. Chicago, which has long prided itself on defense, has loaded up on offense this offseason. Da Bears played under the number in Week 1 last season, but went over in six straight preseason openers before that. The total is listed at 34.5 for Thursday’s home date with Denver.

Best Week 1 preseason under bets

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (10-6 SU, 3-13 over/under)

Betting Tampa Bay to cover and play under has been a winning method in Week 1 of the preseason. Not only are the Bucs among the best teams against the spread (11-5 ATS), but they’re also the top under bet during Week 1 of the preseason. Books have a total of 33.5 points set for Tampa’s tune-up opener at Miami Friday.

Washington Redskins (8-8 SU, 4-12 over/under)

Can Heisman winner Robert Griffin III spark a Washington offense that has helped play below the total in 12 of its last 16 Week 1 preseason tilts? The Redskins have gone 1-5 over/under in their last six Week 1 preseason games. That lone over came in 2010 against the Bills, whom they face with an over/under of 35 points Thursday.

Baltimore Ravens (10-5 SU, 3-12 over/under)

The Ravens smash-mouth defense has kept under backers winning in Week 1 of the preseason, staying below the number in each of the past four exhibition openers. Baltimore is missing a key cog in that stop unit with Terrell Suggs out with an Achilles injury and the Ravens game in Atlanta has an over/under of 34 points Thursday.

**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 10:28 AM

MLB
Long Sheet

Friday, August 10

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CINCINNATI (66 - 46) at CHICAGO CUBS (44 - 66) - 2:20 PM
HOMER BAILEY (R) vs. JUSTIN GERMANO (R)
Top Trends for this game.
CINCINNATI is 66-46 (+12.8 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
CINCINNATI is 596-677 (+50.7 Units) against the money line in road games since 1997.
CINCINNATI is 105-100 (+28.7 Units) against the money line in road games when playing on Friday since 1997.
CINCINNATI is 26-13 (+12.3 Units) against the money line in day games this season.
CINCINNATI is 66-46 (+12.8 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
CINCINNATI is 435-492 (+42.7 Units) against the money line in road games against right-handed starters since 1997.
CINCINNATI is 39-28 (+13.7 Units) against the money line in road games after a loss over the last 2 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 69-47 (+17.6 Units) against the money line in road games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 183-155 (+37.1 Units) against the money line in road games when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season since 1997.
BAILEY is 25-9 (+14.1 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
BAILEY is 17-2 (+14.8 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
CHICAGO CUBS are 115-158 (-28.7 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 662-616 (-139.2 Units) against the money line in home games since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 189-247 (-74.6 Units) against the money line in August games since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 87-119 (-36.3 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 3 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 669-681 (-128.1 Units) against the money line in day games since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 115-158 (-28.7 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 904-977 (-167.4 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 76-114 (-36.8 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 3 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 129-160 (-49.4 Units) against the money line in home games when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO CUBS is 3-3 (+1.0 Units) against CINCINNATI this season
3 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=-0.1 Units, Under=-0.6 Units)

HOMER BAILEY vs. CHICAGO CUBS since 1997
BAILEY is 3-2 when starting against CHICAGO CUBS with an ERA of 5.60 and a WHIP of 1.667.
His team's record is 6-2 (+3.8 units) in these starts. The OVER is 5-2. (+3.2 units)

JUSTIN GERMANO vs. CINCINNATI since 1997
GERMANO is 0-0 when starting against CINCINNATI with an ERA of 1.69 and a WHIP of 1.689.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.1 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-1. (-1.1 units)

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ST LOUIS (61 - 51) at PHILADELPHIA (50 - 61) - 7:05 PM
KYLE LOHSE (R) vs. ROY HALLADAY (R)
Top Trends for this game.
ST LOUIS is 55-57 (-32.4 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 38-39 (-11.3 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 72-39 (+26.2 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
HALLADAY is 23-5 (+17.1 Units) against the money line at home with a money line of -100 to -125 since 1997. (Team's Record)
ST LOUIS is 116-83 (+15.6 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
LOHSE is 23-8 (+13.5 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
PHILADELPHIA is 50-58 (-21.1 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 17-21 (-12.5 Units) against the money line in home games in night games this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 36-39 (-11.4 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 24-35 (-18.0 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 25-40 (-22.7 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 50-61 (-24.1 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 24-32 (-19.8 Units) against the money line in home games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
PHILADELPHIA is 3-1 (+2.7 Units) against ST LOUIS this season
3 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+2.0 Units)

KYLE LOHSE vs. PHILADELPHIA since 1997
LOHSE is 3-5 when starting against PHILADELPHIA with an ERA of 3.75 and a WHIP of 1.250.
His team's record is 4-8 (-3.1 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 6-6. (-0.9 units)

ROY HALLADAY vs. ST LOUIS since 1997
HALLADAY is 3-3 when starting against ST LOUIS with an ERA of 2.81 and a WHIP of 0.979.
His team's record is 4-3 (-0.8 units) in these starts. The OVER is 4-3. (+0.8 units)

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SAN DIEGO (49 - 64) at PITTSBURGH (63 - 48) - 7:05 PM
EDINSON VOLQUEZ (R) vs. JAMES MCDONALD (R)
Top Trends for this game.
SAN DIEGO is 13-30 (-17.7 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 71-110 (-33.3 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 13-30 (-14.1 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
PITTSBURGH is 62-48 (+20.5 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
PITTSBURGH is 38-34 (+7.5 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
PITTSBURGH is 44-35 (+15.2 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
PITTSBURGH is 29-18 (+15.3 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
PITTSBURGH is 32-17 (+14.4 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
PITTSBURGH is 62-48 (+20.5 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
PITTSBURGH is 35-18 (+15.9 Units) against the money line in home games this season.
SAN DIEGO is 75-73 (+22.9 Units) against the money line in road games against right-handed starters over the last 3 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 34-23 (+22.5 Units) against the money line in road games after shutting out their opponent since 1997.
PITTSBURGH is 20-47 (-21.1 Units) against the money line in August games over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

EDINSON VOLQUEZ vs. PITTSBURGH since 1997
VOLQUEZ is 1-0 when starting against PITTSBURGH with an ERA of 3.67 and a WHIP of 1.248.
His team's record is 2-5 (-5.9 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 3-3. (-0.5 units)

JAMES MCDONALD vs. SAN DIEGO since 1997
MCDONALD is 1-1 when starting against SAN DIEGO with an ERA of 6.56 and a WHIP of 1.621.
His team's record is 2-1 (+1.4 units) in these starts. The OVER is 2-0. (+2.0 units)

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LA DODGERS (60 - 52) at MIAMI (51 - 61) - 7:10 PM
CLAYTON KERSHAW (L) vs. MARK BUEHRLE (L)
Top Trends for this game.
LA DODGERS are 28-32 (-9.6 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
MIAMI is 77-54 (+23.1 Units) against the money line against left-handed starters over the last 3 seasons.
MIAMI is 313-346 (+41.8 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season since 1997.
BUEHRLE is 134-70 (+38.9 Units) against the money line in home games since 1997. (Team's Record)
BUEHRLE is 134-70 (+38.9 Units) against the money line in home games in games played on a grass field since 1997. (Team's Record)
LA DODGERS are 36-23 (+11.8 Units) against the money line when the total is 7 or less this season.
LA DODGERS are 30-14 (+16.3 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday over the last 2 seasons.
LA DODGERS are 35-24 (+11.6 Units) against the money line after a win this season.
KERSHAW is 38-18 (+13.7 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
KERSHAW is 35-12 (+17.8 Units) against the money line when the total is 7 or less over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
KERSHAW is 38-18 (+13.7 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
MIAMI is 58-74 (-29.1 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 6-18 (-13.5 Units) against the money line in home games in August games over the last 3 seasons.
MIAMI is 50-59 (-15.1 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
MIAMI is 42-57 (-25.7 Units) against the money line in home games in night games over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 62-87 (-25.9 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 23-39 (-17.3 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
MIAMI is 51-61 (-16.0 Units) against the money line in all games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

CLAYTON KERSHAW vs. MIAMI since 1997
KERSHAW is 2-1 when starting against MIAMI with an ERA of 2.31 and a WHIP of 1.025.
His team's record is 2-2 (-0.7 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-1. (+2.0 units)

MARK BUEHRLE vs. LA DODGERS since 1997
BUEHRLE is 3-1 when starting against LA DODGERS with an ERA of 1.50 and a WHIP of 0.833.
His team's record is 3-1 (+2.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-3. (-2.3 units)

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ATLANTA (64 - 47) at NY METS (54 - 58) - 7:10 PM
PAUL MAHOLM (L) vs. MATT HARVEY (R)
Top Trends for this game.
ATLANTA is 62-46 (+10.1 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
ATLANTA is 24-12 (+13.7 Units) against the money line in road games in night games this season.
ATLANTA is 46-24 (+19.0 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
ATLANTA is 40-24 (+12.9 Units) against the money line after a win this season.
ATLANTA is 16-4 (+10.5 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season this season.
ATLANTA is 64-47 (+11.6 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
ATLANTA is 32-21 (+13.9 Units) against the money line in road games this season.
ATLANTA is 14-2 (+13.1 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday this season.
MAHOLM is 52-47 (+19.2 Units) against the money line against division opponents since 1997. (Team's Record)
NY METS are 61-75 (-22.5 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
NY METS are 263-266 (-71.0 Units) against the money line in home games against division opponents since 1997.
NY METS are 61-75 (-22.5 Units) against the money line in home games in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
NY METS are 35-47 (-18.2 Units) against the money line in home games in night games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY METS is 4-5 (-0.3 Units) against ATLANTA this season
5 of 9 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.5 Units)

PAUL MAHOLM vs. NY METS since 1997
MAHOLM is 4-3 when starting against NY METS with an ERA of 4.53 and a WHIP of 1.509.
His team's record is 5-5 (+1.8 units) in these starts. The OVER is 6-3. (+2.8 units)

MATT HARVEY vs. ATLANTA since 1997
No recent starts.

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MILWAUKEE (51 - 59) at HOUSTON (36 - 77) - 8:05 PM
MARK ROGERS (R) vs. BUD NORRIS (R)
Top Trends for this game.
MILWAUKEE is 51-59 (-16.6 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 19-26 (-11.8 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 this season.
MILWAUKEE is 18-33 (-17.7 Units) against the money line in road games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 4-13 (-10.5 Units) against the money line on the road when the total is 8 to 8.5 this season.
MILWAUKEE is 51-59 (-16.6 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
MILWAUKEE is 37-45 (-14.4 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
MILWAUKEE is 24-27 (-9.3 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
HOUSTON is 28-15 (+13.5 Units) against the money line in home games when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
NORRIS is 11-3 (+10.1 Units) against the money line as a home underdog of +100 to +125 over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
MILWAUKEE is 46-16 (+25.7 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 36-76 (-30.3 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
HOUSTON is 38-79 (-34.9 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 10-33 (-19.3 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 42-78 (-25.9 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 36-76 (-30.3 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
HOUSTON is 25-54 (-22.2 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
HOUSTON is 24-58 (-27.8 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
HOUSTON is 22-53 (-24.2 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
HOUSTON is 14-34 (-18.3 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
NORRIS is 1-12 (-11.1 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
MILWAUKEE is 7-4 (+1.3 Units) against HOUSTON this season
8 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+6.0 Units)

MARK ROGERS vs. HOUSTON since 1997
No recent starts.

BUD NORRIS vs. MILWAUKEE since 1997
NORRIS is 4-3 when starting against MILWAUKEE with an ERA of 4.50 and a WHIP of 1.350.
His team's record is 5-5 (+0.9 units) in these starts. The OVER is 6-3. (+2.8 units)

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WASHINGTON (69 - 43) at ARIZONA (57 - 55) - 9:40 PM
STEPHEN STRASBURG (R) vs. TREVOR CAHILL (R)
Top Trends for this game.
ARIZONA is 89-65 (+20.8 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 154-127 (+21.5 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 154-127 (+21.5 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 112-90 (+16.1 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 107-83 (+24.2 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
CAHILL is 26-11 (+18.1 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 since 1997. (Team's Record)
WASHINGTON is 43-25 (+13.3 Units) against the money line after a win this season.
WASHINGTON is 67-54 (+23.6 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 69-43 (+19.1 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
WASHINGTON is 63-43 (+25.1 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 37-21 (+16.1 Units) against the money line in road games this season.
WASHINGTON is 29-21 (+14.5 Units) against the money line on the road when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 13-6 (+10.7 Units) against the money line in road games when playing on Friday over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 66-43 (+15.2 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
WASHINGTON is 46-27 (+15.4 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
WASHINGTON is 48-30 (+14.0 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 2-1 (+0.7 Units) against ARIZONA this season
2 of 3 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+0.8 Units)

STEPHEN STRASBURG vs. ARIZONA since 1997
STRASBURG is 0-0 when starting against ARIZONA with an ERA of 1.80 and a WHIP of 1.000.
His team's record is 1-0 (+1.0 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-0. (+1.1 units)

TREVOR CAHILL vs. WASHINGTON since 1997
CAHILL is 1-0 when starting against WASHINGTON with an ERA of 1.23 and a WHIP of 0.955.
His team's record is 1-0 (+1.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 0-1. (-1.2 units)

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COLORADO (40 - 69) at SAN FRANCISCO (61 - 51) - 10:35 PM
TYLER CHATWOOD (R) vs. TIM LINCECUM (R)
Top Trends for this game.
COLORADO is 46-70 (-30.5 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
COLORADO is 40-69 (-23.1 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
COLORADO is 133-162 (-43.3 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 3 seasons.
COLORADO is 30-48 (-12.5 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
COLORADO is 68-92 (-22.2 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons.
COLORADO is 48-79 (-25.3 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
COLORADO is 16-40 (-20.3 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
COLORADO is 40-69 (-23.1 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
COLORADO is 85-130 (-38.7 Units) against the money line in road games over the last 3 seasons.
CHATWOOD is 3-12 (-10.4 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
SAN FRANCISCO is 169-126 (+27.3 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 3 seasons.
SAN FRANCISCO is 99-99 (-18.2 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
SAN FRANCISCO is 16-22 (-14.3 Units) against the money line in August games over the last 2 seasons.
LINCECUM is 8-15 (-9.1 Units) against the money line in all games this season. (Team's Record)
LINCECUM is 5-11 (-8.1 Units) against the money line when the total is 7 or less this season. (Team's Record)
LINCECUM is 10-16 (-10.9 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
LINCECUM is 8-15 (-9.1 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN FRANCISCO is 6-2 (+3.7 Units) against COLORADO this season
4 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.9 Units)

TYLER CHATWOOD vs. SAN FRANCISCO since 1997
CHATWOOD is 0-1 when starting against SAN FRANCISCO with an ERA of 2.70 and a WHIP of 1.802.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.0 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-0. (+0.0 units)

TIM LINCECUM vs. COLORADO since 1997
LINCECUM is 9-6 when starting against COLORADO with an ERA of 3.66 and a WHIP of 1.420.
His team's record is 9-11 (-4.6 units) in these starts. The OVER is 11-8. (+2.9 units)

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KANSAS CITY (48 - 63) at BALTIMORE (60 - 52) - 7:05 PM
LUKE HOCHEVAR (R) vs. MIGUEL GONZALEZ (R)
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS CITY is 4-14 (-10.0 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday this season.
BALTIMORE is 35-31 (+15.5 Units) against the money line in August games over the last 3 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 55-45 (+17.1 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
BALTIMORE is 43-39 (+10.0 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
BALTIMORE is 60-52 (+18.1 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
BALTIMORE is 27-21 (+9.4 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 this season.
KANSAS CITY is 18-13 (+14.8 Units) against the money line in road games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
HOCHEVAR is 19-10 (+12.5 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
BALTIMORE is 289-366 (-100.2 Units) against the money line in home games after a loss since 1997.
BALTIMORE is 109-108 (-39.5 Units) against the money line in home games when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season since 1997.
BALTIMORE is 131-127 (-43.3 Units) against the money line as a home favorite of -125 to -150 since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
KANSAS CITY is 3-3 (+0.6 Units) against BALTIMORE this season
4 of 6 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+1.7 Units)

LUKE HOCHEVAR vs. BALTIMORE since 1997
HOCHEVAR is 1-5 when starting against BALTIMORE with an ERA of 6.08 and a WHIP of 1.394.
His team's record is 3-5 (-1.9 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 4-4. (-0.6 units)

MIGUEL GONZALEZ vs. KANSAS CITY since 1997
No recent starts.

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BOSTON (55 - 58) at CLEVELAND (52 - 60) - 7:05 PM
CLAY BUCHHOLZ (R) vs. CHRIS SEDDON (L)
Top Trends for this game.
BOSTON is 55-58 (-17.3 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
BOSTON is 55-58 (-25.6 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 over the last 2 seasons.
BOSTON is 49-53 (-18.1 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
BOSTON is 38-39 (-13.2 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
BOSTON is 26-32 (-15.9 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
BOSTON is 61-54 (-23.1 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
BOSTON is 1-7 (-10.2 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season this season.
CLEVELAND is 99-87 (+16.3 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 99-92 (+10.1 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
BUCHHOLZ is 32-13 (+14.9 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
BOSTON is 3-2 (+0.2 Units) against CLEVELAND this season
3 of 5 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+1.0 Units)

CLAY BUCHHOLZ vs. CLEVELAND since 1997
BUCHHOLZ is 1-1 when starting against CLEVELAND with an ERA of 5.33 and a WHIP of 1.310.
His team's record is 2-2 (-0.9 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-1. (+1.9 units)

CHRIS SEDDON vs. BOSTON since 1997
No recent starts.

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NY YANKEES (65 - 46) at TORONTO (53 - 58) - 7:05 PM
FREDDY GARCIA (R) vs. RICKY ROMERO (L)
Top Trends for this game.
NY YANKEES are 228-184 (-43.8 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday since 1997.
NY YANKEES are 97-88 (-20.2 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
NY YANKEES are 15-29 (-17.4 Units) against the money line in games played on artificial turf over the last 3 seasons.
GARCIA is 44-43 (-26.5 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season since 1997. (Team's Record)
TORONTO is 62-60 (+24.0 Units) against the money line as a home underdog of +125 to +150 since 1997.
TORONTO is 318-228 (+53.2 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 9 to 9.5 since 1997.
TORONTO is 43-25 (+22.0 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday over the last 3 seasons.
TORONTO is 22-11 (+13.3 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 2 seasons.
NY YANKEES are 57-30 (+18.7 Units) against the money line against left-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
NY YANKEES are 20-10 (+9.4 Units) against the money line in road games after a win this season.
GARCIA is 105-67 (+30.0 Units) against the money line in road games since 1997. (Team's Record)
TORONTO is 29-39 (-14.1 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
TORONTO is 23-34 (-12.6 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY YANKEES is 3-2 (+0.5 Units) against TORONTO this season
5 of 5 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+5.0 Units)

FREDDY GARCIA vs. TORONTO since 1997
GARCIA is 7-8 when starting against TORONTO with an ERA of 6.08 and a WHIP of 1.741.
His team's record is 10-8 (-0.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 9-7. (+1.6 units)

RICKY ROMERO vs. NY YANKEES since 1997
ROMERO is 3-5 when starting against NY YANKEES with an ERA of 5.37 and a WHIP of 1.522.
His team's record is 4-7 (-2.0 units) in these starts. The OVER is 6-5. (+0.6 units)

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DETROIT (60 - 52) at TEXAS (65 - 45) - 8:05 PM
MAX SCHERZER (R) vs. SCOTT FELDMAN (R)
Top Trends for this game.
DETROIT is 30-34 (-12.5 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
DETROIT is 119-184 (-51.8 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +100 to +125 since 1997.
TEXAS is 124-78 (+19.4 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 38-21 (+16.6 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
FELDMAN is 14-22 (-14.9 Units) against the money line in home games in night games since 1997. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
TEXAS is 5-2 (+2.6 Units) against DETROIT this season
4 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.7 Units)

MAX SCHERZER vs. TEXAS since 1997
SCHERZER is 3-1 when starting against TEXAS with an ERA of 4.57 and a WHIP of 1.368.
His team's record is 5-3 (+2.5 units) in these starts. The OVER is 5-2. (+2.7 units)

SCOTT FELDMAN vs. DETROIT since 1997
FELDMAN is 0-2 when starting against DETROIT with an ERA of 9.53 and a WHIP of 2.471.
His team's record is 1-3 (-3.0 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-4. (-4.7 units)

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OAKLAND (60 - 51) at CHI WHITE SOX (60 - 50) - 8:10 PM
BRANDON MCCARTHY (R) vs. GAVIN FLOYD (R)
Top Trends for this game.
CHI WHITE SOX are 60-50 (+8.0 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
CHI WHITE SOX are 44-34 (+8.7 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
CHI WHITE SOX are 586-596 (+43.7 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
OAKLAND is 60-51 (+17.7 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
OAKLAND is 249-185 (+60.5 Units) against the money line in August games since 1997.
OAKLAND is 56-49 (+14.5 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
OAKLAND is 41-31 (+16.5 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
OAKLAND is 39-30 (+15.4 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
OAKLAND is 34-25 (+12.8 Units) against the money line after a win this season.
OAKLAND is 34-24 (+16.7 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
OAKLAND is 12-5 (+8.8 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season this season.
MCCARTHY is 11-3 (+9.7 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +100 to +125 since 1997. (Team's Record)
CHI WHITE SOX are 16-23 (-10.4 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 this season.
CHI WHITE SOX are 66-70 (-22.3 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
CHI WHITE SOX are 10-17 (-11.0 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 8 to 8.5 this season.
CHI WHITE SOX are 66-70 (-22.3 Units) against the money line in home games in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
CHI WHITE SOX are 42-48 (-17.5 Units) against the money line in home games in night games over the last 2 seasons.
FLOYD is 7-15 (-12.5 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
FLOYD is 4-10 (-9.9 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
OAKLAND is 2-1 (+1.2 Units) against CHI WHITE SOX this season
2 of 3 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+1.0 Units)

BRANDON MCCARTHY vs. CHI WHITE SOX since 1997
MCCARTHY is 1-1 when starting against CHI WHITE SOX with an ERA of 3.00 and a WHIP of 0.833.
His team's record is 1-1 (-0.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-1. (+0.1 units)

GAVIN FLOYD vs. OAKLAND since 1997
FLOYD is 3-2 when starting against OAKLAND with an ERA of 2.17 and a WHIP of 1.161.
His team's record is 4-4 (-0.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-5. (-2.4 units)

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TAMPA BAY (59 - 52) at MINNESOTA (49 - 62) - 8:10 PM
JEREMY HELLICKSON (R) vs. COLE DE VRIES (R)
Top Trends for this game.
TAMPA BAY is 72-63 (+13.6 Units) against the money line in road games over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 64-49 (+16.2 Units) against the money line in road games after a win over the last 3 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 64-39 (+17.2 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 3-15 (-13.0 Units) against the money line in home games in August games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 56-81 (-26.2 Units) against the money line in home games in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 31-50 (-19.2 Units) against the money line in home games in night games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 75-120 (-29.4 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 61-100 (-24.5 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 45-77 (-25.8 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 56-81 (-26.2 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 26-42 (-16.6 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
TAMPA BAY is 2-1 (+0.3 Units) against MINNESOTA this season
2 of 3 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+0.8 Units)

JEREMY HELLICKSON vs. MINNESOTA since 1997
HELLICKSON is 2-1 when starting against MINNESOTA with an ERA of 3.98 and a WHIP of 1.033.
His team's record is 2-1 (+0.6 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-2. (-1.1 units)

COLE DE VRIES vs. TAMPA BAY since 1997
No recent starts.

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SEATTLE (51 - 62) at LA ANGELS (59 - 53) - 10:05 PM
FELIX HERNANDEZ (R) vs. ERVIN SANTANA (R)
Top Trends for this game.
SEATTLE is 53-94 (-33.2 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 3 seasons.
SEATTLE is 99-157 (-47.6 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 3 seasons.
SEATTLE is 18-40 (-19.8 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 2 seasons.
SEATTLE is 19-46 (-21.3 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
SEATTLE is 180-258 (-61.5 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 3 seasons.
SEATTLE is 15-34 (-17.5 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +100 to +125 over the last 3 seasons.
LA ANGELS are 646-551 (+72.5 Units) against the money line after a loss since 1997.
LA ANGELS are 59-53 (-10.1 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
SANTANA is 7-14 (-9.9 Units) against the money line in all games this season. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
LA ANGELS is 5-2 (+2.2 Units) against SEATTLE this season
4 of 7 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.7 Units)

FELIX HERNANDEZ vs. LA ANGELS since 1997
HERNANDEZ is 6-10 when starting against LA ANGELS with an ERA of 3.80 and a WHIP of 1.261.
His team's record is 11-15 (-5.7 units) in these starts. The OVER is 11-13. (-3.1 units)

ERVIN SANTANA vs. SEATTLE since 1997
SANTANA is 11-7 when starting against SEATTLE with an ERA of 3.93 and a WHIP of 1.305.
His team's record is 17-10 (+3.3 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 15-12. (+1.5 units)

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**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 12:46 PM

MLB
Short Sheet

Friday, August 10

National League

Cincinnati at Chicago Cubs, 2:20 ET
Bailey: 24-9 TSR in the second half of the season
Germano: Cubs 27-45 SU as an underdog of +150 or less

St. Louis at Philadelphia, 7:05 ET MLB
Lohse: St. Louis 9-2 SU away after leaving 3 or less runners on base
Halladay: Philadelphia 2-15 SU at home with a line of -125 to +125

San Diego at Pittsburgh, 7:05 ET
Volquez: San Diego 23-41 SU off 3+ games allowing 4 runs or less
McDonald: Pittsburgh 27-10 SU as a favorite

LA Dodgers at Miami, 7:10 ET MLB
Kershaw: 18-5 TSR in the second half of the season
Buehrle: Miami 12-32 SU as a home underdog

Atlanta at NY Mets, 7:10 ET
Maholm: Atlanta 9-2 SU away after scoring 9+ runs
Harvey: Mets 11-22 SU in the second half of the season

Milwaukee at Houston, 8:05 ET
Rogers: Milwaukee 6-15 SU after winning 3 of their last 4 games
Norris: 13-5 TSR at home with a line of -125 to +125

Washington at Arizona, 9:40 ET
Strasburg: 0-5 TSR vs. NL West opponents
Cahill: 26-11 TSR with a total of 8 to 8.5 runs

(TC) Colorado at San Francisco, 10:35 ET
Chatwood: 1-10 TSR in the second half of the season
Lincecum: San Francisco 22-12 SU after scoring 2 runs or less

American League

Kansas City at Baltimore, 7:05 ET
Hochevar: 19-10 TSR with a total of 9 to 9.5 runs
Gonzalez: Baltimore 7-18 SU revenging a home loss by 6+ runs

Boston at Cleveland, 7:05 ET
Buchholz: 32-13 TSR in night games
Seddon: Cleveland 2-7 SU in August

NY Yankees at Toronto, 7:05 ET
Garcia: Yankees 19-5 SU off 4+ road games
Romero: Toronto 1-10 SU off 7+ road games

Detroit at Texas, 8:05 ET
Scherzer: Detroit 24-8 SU after blowing a save
Feldman: 2-9 TSR at home vs. AL Central opponents

Oakland at Chicago White Sox, 8:10 ET
McCarthy: 11-3 TSR as a road underdog of +125 or less
Floyd: White Sox 5-16 SU off BB home division losses

Tampa Bay at Minnesota, 8:10 ET
Hellickson: Tampa Bay 21-11 SU away after winning 3 of their last 4 games
De Vries: Minnesota 3-15 SU at home in August

Seattle at LA Angels, 10:05 ET
Hernandez: Seattle 7-28 SU after allowing 9+ runs
Santana: Angels 17-4 Under at home on Fridays

(TC)=Time Change

**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 12:48 PM

Friday's betting tips: T.O. already in trouble with NFL

Weather to watch

St. Louis Cardinals at Philadelphia Phillies: A 60 percent chance of thundershowers throughout the evening hours. Winds expected to blow out to left field at 12 mph.

Kansas City Royals at Baltimore Orioles: Also a 60 percent of scattered thunderstorms. Winds expected to blow out to left field at 12 mph.

Who’s hot?

The Washington Nationals have won six straight games and eight of their last 10. The Nationals hold a 4.5 game lead over the Atlanta Braves for top spot in the NL East and boast the best record in the bigs at 69-43.

Who’s not?

The season can’t end quickly enough for the Houston Astros. The Astros have dropped five straight contests and are just 1-9 in their last 10 games.

Key stat

4 – The number of wins the Houston Astros have since June 28.

Game of the day

Detroit Tigers at Texas Rangers (-132, 10.5)

Injury that shouldn’t be overlooked

San Diego Chargers starting running back Ryan Mathews is expected to miss at least a month after breaking his collarbone on his first carry in a preseason game against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night. He’s expected to have surgery Friday morning and coach Norv Turner believes Matthews could miss up to six weeks of action.

Notable quotable

"That was for all the doubters, there were a lot of people talking and doubting. That was just for them to say they can stop talking now. I'm a living legend." –Usain Bolt after winning the men’s 200-meter event at the London Games.

Betting news and notes

-The surging Oakland Athletics are 23-9 in their last 32 games overall and have won 22 of their last 28 against right-handed starters.
Minnesota Twins third baseman Trevor Plouffe (right thumb) could be activated for Friday's game. Plouffe, who was eligible to come off the disabled list Saturday, was to be re-evaluated after a second consecutive batting cage session Thursday. Plouffe is second on the team with 19 homers.

-Colorado Rockies first baseman Todd Helton is scheduled to undergo surgery on his right hip Friday. Helton, Colorado's all-time leader in home runs (354) and RBIs (1,345), is expected to be ready for spring training. He has one year remaining on his contract.

- The Seattle Seahawks may have violated the NFL's collective bargaining agreement by allowing wide receiver Terrell Owens to practice in shoulder pads during his first on-field workout.The CBA states players have a three-day acclimation period during the preseason and they can’t wear shoulder guards until the fourth day of training camp. The team could face discipline from the league for the violation.

-Replacement officials were booed during the Bills-Redskins game Thursday after blowing a call on a touchback. Buffalo downed a punt at the Washington four-yard line, but back judge Craig Burd ruled it a touchback.

**Udog** · 08-10-2012, 12:50 PM

What bettors need to know: Friday's NFL preseason action

Football bettors can choose from six games on the NFL preseason schedule Friday.

Here’s a quick look at each of the matchups and their odds and trends.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Miami Dolphins (-3, 33.5)

Coach Joe Philbin declined to announce his plan at quarterback this week, but if he stays true to the depth chart veteran David Garrard will get the start. Matt Moore and Ryan Tannehill will likely see action as well. Miami will also debut its 4-3 scheme under new defensive coordinator Kevin Coyle.

The Buccaneers were atrocious defensively last season, finishing 30th in yards allowed (394.4 per game) and last in points surrendered (30.9). Tampa added cornerback Eric Wright via free agency to help tighten up the secondary. Wide receiver Vincent Jackson will also make his debut with the club, adding another offensive threat besides Mike Williams to the receiving corps.

New York Jets at Cincinnati Bengals (-1.5, 35.5)

It’s Tebow time in New York. The pivot has practiced as the second-team quarterback thus far in training camp and has only taken a few snaps with the first squad, none of them of the wildcat variety. The Jets will feature several young receivers due to the injuries to Santonio Holmes and Jeremy Kerley. Rookies Stephen Hill, Patrick Turner, and Chaz Schilens will see significant time running routes in the preseason opener.

Brandon Tate is listed first on the depth chart at wide receiver when the Bengals open their preseason against the Jets. Finding a complement to receiver A.J. Green is one of Cincinnati's priorities this preseason. Running back BenJarvus Green-Ellis will make his Bengals’ debut after signing a three-year, $9-million deal in the offseason.

Cleveland Browns at Detroit Lions (-3, 36)

Browns rookie running back Trent Richardson won’t suit up for the club’s preseason opener, but team officials hope he’ll make a speedy recovery from knee surgery and be available in Week 1. Head coach Pat Shurmer has named Brandon Weeden the starting quarterback Friday. Shurmer doesn't have extensive experience in the NFL as a head coach, but he went 1-3 SU and ATS in his preseason debut last year.

Lions head coach Jim Schwartz was a perfect 4-0 SU in the 2011 preseason. He’ll have a gaping hole at running back for the preseason opener because of injuries to his top two backs—Jahvid Best and Mikel Leshoure. Third-string halfback Kevin Smith should get the majority of the carries. Matt Stafford will see limited time at QB, but all five of the club’s top five receivers are healthy and ready to go.

New York Giants at Jacksonville Jaguars (-2.5, 35)

Hakeem Nicks, Terrell Thomas, Jacquain Williams, Chris Canty, and Michael Boley are among 11 Giants players that will sit out the preseason opener with injuries. New York’s first unit is expected to only play about three possessions tonight before the second unit takes the field.

The Jaguars remain in turmoil with star running back Maurice Jones-Drew, who's seeking a lucrative raise over his current 2012 salary of $4.45 million after leading the NFL in rushing a year ago. However, Jacksonville was able to reach a pact with rookie wide receiver Justin Blackmon, who will make his NFL debut tonight, on a four-year deal Monday.

Arizona Cardinals at Kansas City Chiefs (-3, 34.5)

Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt is calling quarterback Kevin Kolb's injury minor and expects the quarterback to play in Friday's exhibition game against Kansas City behind starter John Skelton. Arizona activated running back Beanie Wells from the physically unable to perform list Tuesday, but he’s unlikely to suit up in the club’s second preseason game.

Kansas City welcomes the return of running back Jamaal Charles, tight end Tony Moeaki, and safety Eric Berry for the first time since all three blew out their ACLs last season. All three players are expected to see time Friday.

Minnesota Vikings at San Francisco 49ers (-3, 34.5)

The Minnesota Vikings are hoping that star running back Adrian Peterson can return to practice next week. The coaching and medical staff will evaluate Peterson’s left knee after the Vikings return from their preseason opener against the 49ers. Quarterback Christian Ponder says he is more comfortable and confident in the offense than he was as a rookie in camp last season.

The big story of the game is the return of wide receiver Randy Moss. He’s resurfaced after signing a one- year contract with the 49ers in March and is expected to start tonight. Moss has been mentoring San Francisco’s revamped receiver corps — Mario Manningham, Michael Crabtree, Ted Ginn Jr., Kyle Williams and first-round pick A.J. Jenkins of Illinois — all offseason.

Head coach Jim Harbaugh has declined to state how long his starters will play.

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