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**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:28 AM

Armadillo: Friday's six-pack

-- 410 pitches and 4:34 later, Angels outlasted Boston 14-13 in a pitching debacle of epic proportions. Pujols (calf) didn't even play.

-- A's are 67-57, but were shut out in 15 of the 57 losses.

-- Umpire Vic Carapazza, who was villified on TV by Jim Palmer Sunday for being awful, is the son-in-low of former umpire Richie Garcia.

-- Mike Sherman is offensive coordinator for the Dolphins; his assistant QB coach is former Nebraska QB Zac Taylor, Sherman's son-in-law.

-- Arizona Cardinals have some serious problems on the offensive line.

-- Buddy of mine took his son driving for the first time, took him to a spot with lot of turns and not much traffic. A cemetary; brilliant idea!!!

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

13) If you say you don’t like baseball’s Wild Card, think of this: in 1993, the Giants won 103 games but didn’t make the playoffs.

What could be more unfair? Wild Card makes September a really interesting month. It’s the best thing former used car salesman Alan R. Selig has done as Commissioner.

12) Since 1995, Miami Dolphins are 3-7 in playoff games, with none of the losses by less than 14 points- in 1999, they lost a playoff game 62-7 to Jacksonville.

11) He may do a great job with the Buccaneers, but it is still surprising to me that Greg Schiano is an NFL head coach. Did you ever once watch Rutgers play over the last decade and think, “This is a guy who will be highly sought after by the pros.”? Me either.

10) There was a rumor going around this week that the Sacramento Kings are looking into a move to Virginia. This is a franchise that has gone from Rochester-Cincinnati-Kansas City-Omaha-Sacramento. Whats one more out of the way place?

9) Ever hear of Anthony Calvillo? He’s one of the best QB’s in the Canadian Football League history, throwing for over 73,000 yards for one of the league’s better teams. He's won three Grey Cup titles, and is still going strong despite turning 40 on Thursday. Calvillo played college ball at Utah State and has been Montreal's QB since 1998.

8) Former Minnesota Gopher football coach Tim Brewster was supposed to work at CBS College Sports this season, but when Mississippi State’s WR coach got in trouble with the NCAA, he got sent packing and Brewster was hired.

7) Washington Nationals are pretty much stuck adhering to the Strasburg Shutdown Plan, since now, with doctors having advised a shutdown, if they were to ignore the advice and Strasburg got hurt, scumweasel agent Scott Boras has hinted there could be a lawsuit in the works.

6) Who in Boston is taking credit for the Aaron Cook signing, or will they use the “Aceves had to take the closer’s role when Bailey got hurt” excuse? There will be lot of happy/relieved people when this Red Sox season is over. Boston scored 13 runs Thursday night and still lost.

5) Cincinnati and the Giants have both used only six starting pitchers this season. San Diego has used 14.

4) Over last three seasons, Orioles are 74-49 in one-run games, 128-197 in all others.

3) This is hard to do; David Price didn’t allow a run in his last two home starts, but Tampa Bay lost both games, both 1-0 in 10 innings.

2) Rays are 14-3 since Evan Longoria came back (a little early maybe) from his hamstring issues. He has mostly DH’d since then, but he is an indispensable part of the lineup, just like Oakland’s Yoenis Cespedes (A’s are 12-20 without him in lineup).

1) Wednesday afternoon’s attendance in St Pete: 11,892. Thursday night’s attendance: 11,613. When the Rays wind up playing in Nashville or San Antonio or Portland or Charlotte or New Jersey, Rays’ fans will have no one to blame but themselves and the economy.

**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:28 AM

Best and worst NFL preseason Week 3 bets

NFL bettors have had two weeks to evaluate the depth of teams. Now it’s time to get a good look at the starters, who should see a significant amount of playing time in Week 3.

Heading into the third slate of tune-up tilts we take a look at the best and worst bets in Week 3 of the preseason, digging all the way back to 1995. This is the one week that resembles the regular season the most because the starters generally play into at least the third quarter.

Records from Week 3 of the preseason over the past 16 years.

BEST WEEK 3 PRESEASON BETS

New York Jets (13-3 SU, 11-4-1 ATS)

The Jets have been outstanding in Week 3 of the preseason since 1995, but haven’t been able to get the offense going this year. New York has scored just nine points in its first two preseason contests and is 0-2 SU (straight up) and ATS (against the spread). Oddsmakers still have the Jets as 2.5-point home favorites over the Panthers on Sunday.

Seattle Seahawks (11-5 SU, 12-3-1 ATS)

The Seahawks are coming off a 30-10 victory over the Broncos last week and are 2-0 SU and 1-1 ATS this preseason. Seattle has put up 57 points in its first two preseason games and enters Friday’s contest in Kansas City as 1-point faves.

Jacksonville Jaguars (11-5 SU, 12-4 ATS)

The Jaguars have pulled out two slim victories over the Giants and Saints this preseason. Jacksonville is 1-1 ATS and is a 7-point dog in Baltimore on Thursday.

WORST WEEK 3 PRESEASON BETS

New York Giants (2-14 SU, 3-12-1 ATS)

The Giants have been the worst SU team in Week 3 of the preseason since 1995, with their last victory coming way back in 2006 over the Jets. New York is 1-1 SU and 2-0 ATS this preseason campaign. The Giants are 3-point favorites over the visiting Bears on Friday.

Kansas City Chiefs (3-13 SU, 3-12-1 ATS)

The Chiefs are seeking their first victory in Week 3 of the preseason since 2006 when they welcome the Seahawks. Kansas City is 1-1 SU and ATS this preseason after falling to the Rams, 31-17, in Week 2.

Chicago Bears (4-12 SU, 4-12 ATS)

The Bears responded with a 33-31 victory over the Redskins in Week 2 after getting pummeled by the Broncos, 31-3, in their preseason opener. Chicago is 1-1 ATS and enters as 3-point underdogs against the G-Men.

**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:29 AM

What bettors need to know: Week 3 preseason (Friday)

Friday night holds six preseason games in the NFL. We give you the quick betting rundown on all of them.

Eagles vs. Browns (-4.5, 37.5)

Rookie Nick Foles will get his first NFL start for the Eagles with Michael Vick sidelined with a rib injury. Foles has four TDs to just one interception so far. Philly is 2-0 and 1-0-1 ATS in the preseason, but Andy Reid wasn't happy with the defense last game, as you may have seen on YouTube.

The Browns are 2-0 straight up and ATS this preseason, despite a rookie QB (Brandon Weeden) in the starting role. They've had some injuries on defense but linebacker D'Qwell Jackson, the Browns' top defensive player, says he's healthy and was making waves at practice this week.

Falcons at Dolphins (+3, 41.5)

A couple of fights broke out at Monday's practice this week in Atlanta. Perhaps because the team is 0-2 SU and ATS so far and poor defensive play has allowed the over to cash twice. The O-line has some question marks and the coaching staff could be holding back with its first stringers to ensure everyone stays healthy.

The Dolphins have lost and failed to cover in their first two preseason games. Coaches admit they've neglected the running game as they try to install the new West Coast offense with rookie QB Ryan Tannehill in the preseason and they intend to run a more balanced attack Friday. Problems abound on this team though, especially with talent. The Chad Johnson situation hasn't helped.

New England at Tampa Bay (+6.5, 44)

Bill Belichick held out a dozen players for Monday's game against Philly earlier this week, mostly veterans including Tom Brady. He wanted them healthy for this week's joint practices and game with Tampa Bay. Sounds like the Pats are more concerned with evaluation than winning right now and they are 0-2 ATS.

Two unders for the Bucs so far in preseason play with just 27 points through two games. The Bucs have position battles happening all over the field and new coach Greg Schiano is settling in. Schiano said he wants his team to be more physical against the Pats so thinking we might see the first team defense in a bit longer Friday.

Chargers at Minnesota (-3, 43)

The Chargers say they're getting more confident on offense each day. They showed that in last week's convincing 36-14 win over the Bills. Adrian Peterson will reportedly dress and participate in warmups so he could surprise us and see some playing time.

Injuries have hit the Chargers with the worst coming to receiver Vincent Brown, who broke his ankle this week. A bunch of players on the Chargers O-line are also banged up including veteran center Nick Hardwick. The first team got about 20 snaps last week and Norv Turner says they'll see more Friday.

Bears at Giants (-3, 41.5)

The Bears defense has been pathetic so far, allowing 31 points in each of its two preseason outings. Chicago has three starters injured on defense right now though and it doesn't seem too upset by the losses.

The Giants are focused on improving their running game as a carry-over from last season. They proved that in their game against the Jets last week when they ran 32 times for just 58 yards. With a lot of running and short gains, the clock keeps running. No surprise they easily played under the total against the Jets.

Seattle at Kansas City (+3, 42)

The Seahawks will start rookie QB Russell Wilson for this game to see what he can do against Kansas City's first-team offense. Wilson has tossed three touchdowns and leads the Seahawks in rushing but he's done it all against the opposition's backups so far.

The suspension to LB Tamba Hali for the first game of the season rocked the Chiefs this week. They were already coming in this week on a low note after an ugly loss to the Rams. They have a battle going for the backup QB spot so it remains to be seen how much playing time Matt Cassel will see.

**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:29 AM

NFLX
Dunkel

Week 3

Philadelphia at Cleveland
The Eagles look for their third win in the preseason as they travel to Cleveland tonight. Philadelphia is the pick (+3 1/2) according to Dunkel, which has the Eagles favored by 3 1/2. Dunkel Pick: Philadelphia (+3 1/2). Here are all of this week's picks.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 24

Game 257-258: Philadelphia at Cleveland (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Philadelphia 127.900; Cleveland 123.404
Dunkel Line: Philadelphia by 3 1/2; 35
Vegas Line: Cleveland by 3 1/2; 38 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Philadelphia (+3 1/2); Under

Game 259-260: Atlanta at Miami (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Atlanta 119.203; Miami 121.677
Dunkel Line: Miami by 2 1/2; 44
Vegas Line: Atlanta by 3; 41
Dunkel Pick: Miami (+3); Over

Game 261-262: New England at Tampa Bay (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: New England 128.741; Tampa Bay 120.655
Dunkel Line: New England by 8; 48
Vegas Line: New England by 6; 44
Dunkel Pick: New England (-6); Over

Game 263-264: San Diego at Minnesota (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: San Diego 121.333; Minnesota 122.380
Dunkel Line: Minnesota by 1; 45
Vegas Line: Minnesota by 3; 42 1/2
Dunkel Pick: San Diego (+3); Over

Game 265-266: Chicago at NY Giants (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Chicago 117.201; NY Giants 121.442
Dunkel Line: NY Giants by 4; 38
Vegas Line: NY Giants by 3; 41
Dunkel Pick: NY Giants (-3); Under

Game 267-268: Seattle at Kansas City (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Seattle 117.708; Kansas City 118.673
Dunkel Line: Kansas City by 1; 46
Vegas Line: Seattle by 1; 42
Dunkel Pick: Kansas City (+1); Over

SATURDAY, AUGUST 25

Game 269-270: Indianapolis at Washington (4:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Indianapolis 124.777; Washington 125.809
Dunkel Line: Washington by 1; 41
Vegas Line: Washington by 3; 43 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Indianapolis (+3); Under

Game 271-272: Pittsburgh at Buffalo (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Pittsburgh 119.458; Buffalo 121.309
Dunkel Line: Buffalo by 2; 36
Vegas Line: Pick; 40 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Buffalo; Under

Game 273-274: Detroit at Oakland (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Detroit 127.604; Oakland 124.012
Dunkel Line: Detroit by 3 1/2; 48
Vegas Line: Detroit by 3; 44 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Detroit (-3); Over

Game 275-276: Houston at New Orleans (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Houston 121.078; New Orleans 125.563
Dunkel Line: New Orleans by 4 1/2; 47
Vegas Line: New Orleans by 3; 44 1/2
Dunkel Pick: New Orleans (-3); Over

Game 277-278: St. Louis at Dallas (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: St. Louis 116.995; Dallas 119.767
Dunkel Line: Dallas by 3; 38
Vegas Line: Dallas by 5; 41
Dunkel Pick: St. Louis (+5); Under

SUNDAY, AUGUST 26

Game 279-280: San Francisco at Denver (4:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: San Francisco 126.786; Denver 123.302
Dunkel Line: San Francisco by 3 1/2; 37
Vegas Line: Denver by 1 1/2; 40 1/2
Dunkel Pick: San Francisco (+1 1/2); Under

Game 281-282: Carolina at NY Jets (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Carolina 122.304; NY Jets 120.411
Dunkel Line: Carolina by 2; 43
Vegas Line: NY Jets by 3; 41
Dunkel Pick: Carolina (+3); Over

**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:30 AM

NFLX
Long Sheet

Week 3

Friday, August 24

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PHILADELPHIA (2 - 0) at CLEVELAND (2 - 0) - 8/24/2012, 7:30 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
PHILADELPHIA is 1-0 against the spread versus CLEVELAND over the last 3 seasons
PHILADELPHIA is 1-0 straight up against CLEVELAND over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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ATLANTA (0 - 2) at MIAMI (0 - 2) - 8/24/2012, 7:30 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
MIAMI is 1-1 against the spread versus ATLANTA over the last 3 seasons
MIAMI is 1-1 straight up against ATLANTA over the last 3 seasons
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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NEW ENGLAND (1 - 1) at TAMPA BAY (1 - 1) - 8/24/2012, 7:30 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW ENGLAND is 1-0 against the spread versus TAMPA BAY over the last 3 seasons
NEW ENGLAND is 1-0 straight up against TAMPA BAY over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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SAN DIEGO (2 - 0) at MINNESOTA (1 - 1) - 8/24/2012, 8:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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CHICAGO (1 - 1) at NY GIANTS (1 - 1) - 8/24/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NY GIANTS are 13-30 ATS (-20.0 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest since 1993.
NY GIANTS are 5-16 ATS (-12.6 Units) in games played on turf since 1993.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY GIANTS is 1-0 against the spread versus CHICAGO over the last 3 seasons
NY GIANTS is 1-0 straight up against CHICAGO over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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SEATTLE (2 - 0) at KANSAS CITY (1 - 1) - 8/24/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SEATTLE is 17-6 ATS (+10.4 Units) against AFC West division opponents since 1993.
SEATTLE is 34-18 ATS (+14.2 Units) in non-conference games since 1993.
KANSAS CITY is 13-31 ATS (-21.1 Units) in games where the line is +3 to -3 since 1993.
KANSAS CITY is 28-50 ATS (-27.0 Units) in all games since 1993.
KANSAS CITY is 28-50 ATS (-27.0 Units) in all lined games since 1993.
KANSAS CITY is 14-28 ATS (-16.8 Units) as an underdog since 1993.
KANSAS CITY is 14-30 ATS (-19.0 Units) when playing with 6 or less days rest since 1993.
KANSAS CITY is 8-20 ATS (-14.0 Units) in home games in games played on a grass field since 1993.

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

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Saturday, August 25

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INDIANAPOLIS (1 - 1) at WASHINGTON (1 - 1) - 8/25/2012, 4:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 1-0 against the spread versus INDIANAPOLIS over the last 3 seasons
WASHINGTON is 1-0 straight up against INDIANAPOLIS over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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PITTSBURGH (1 - 1) at BUFFALO (0 - 2) - 8/25/2012, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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DETROIT (1 - 1) at OAKLAND (0 - 2) - 8/25/2012, 7:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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HOUSTON (2 - 0) at NEW ORLEANS (1 - 2) - 8/25/2012, 8:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW ORLEANS is 1-1 against the spread versus HOUSTON over the last 3 seasons
NEW ORLEANS is 1-1 straight up against HOUSTON over the last 3 seasons
2 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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ST LOUIS (1 - 1) at DALLAS (1 - 1) - 8/25/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DALLAS is 15-38 ATS (-26.8 Units) in all games where the total is between 35.5 and 42 points since 1993.

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

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Sunday, August 26

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SAN FRANCISCO (1 - 1) at DENVER (1 - 1) - 8/26/2012, 4:00 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

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

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CAROLINA (1 - 1) at NY JETS (0 - 2) - 8/26/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CAROLINA is 15-32 ATS (-20.2 Units) in non-conference games since 1993.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY JETS is 1-0 against the spread versus CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
NY JETS is 1-0 straight up against CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:30 AM

NFLX
Short Sheet

Week 3

Friday, August 24, 2012

Philadelphia at Cleveland, 7:30 ET
Philadelphia: 2-11 ATS off BB Overs
Cleveland: 10-6 Under after allowing 14 points or less

Atlanta at Miami, 7:30 ET
Atlanta: 1-5 ATS as a favorite
Miami: 5-1 Under as a home underdog

New England at Tampa Bay, 7:30 ET
New England: 7-2 Under after allowing 400+ total yards
Tampa Bay: 20-11 ATS vs. AFC East opponents

San Diego at Minnesota, 8:00 ET
San Diego: 26-10 ATS off a home game
Minnesota: 10-3 Over off a home win by 10+ points

Chicago at NY Giants, 8:00 ET CBS
Chicago: 3-13 ATS off a home win
NY Giants: 5-1 ATS off BB ATS wins

Seattle at Kansas City, 8:00 ET
Seattle: 17-6 ATS vs. NFC West opponents
Kansas City: 13-31 ATS with a line of +3 to -3

Saturday, August 25, 2012

Indianapolis at Washington, 4:00 ET NFL
Indianapolis: 14-1 Over on grass fields
Washington: 0-7 ATS at home off a combined score of 50+ points

Pittsburgh at Buffalo, 7:00 ET
Pittsburgh: 4-0 Over off a win
Buffalo: 8-2 ATS off BB games scoring 14 points or less

Detroit at Oakland, 7:00 ET
Detroit: 7-0 ATS off a non-conference game
Oakland: 1-6 ATS after allowing 30+ points

Houston at New Orleans, 8:00 ET CBS
Houston: 3-10 ATS off an Under
New Orleans: 6-0 Over off a non-conference game

St. Louis at Dallas, 8:00 ET
St. Louis: 5-1 ATS off a non-conference game
Dallas: 12-27 ATS off an Over

Sunday, August 26, 2012

San Francisco at Denver, 4:00 ET FOX
San Francisco: 2-11 ATS away off a road game
Denver: 10-0 ATS off a home loss

Carolina at NY Jets, 8:00 ET NBC
Carolina: 15-32 ATS vs. non-conference opponents
NY Jets: 8-1 ATS off a SU loss as a favorite

**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:31 AM

CFL
Dunkel

BC at Winnipeg
The Blue Bombers look to build on their 6-0 ATS record in their last 6 games as a home underdog of 3 1/2 to 10 points. Winnipeg is the pick (+5) according to Dunkel, which has the Lions favored by only 3. Dunkel Pick: Winnipeg (+5). Here are all of this week's CFL picks

FRIDAY, AUGUST 24

Game 4293-294: BC at Winnipeg (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: BC 115.414; Winnipeg 112.302
Dunkel Line: BC by 3; 46
Vegas Line: BC by 5; 50
Dunkel Pick: Winnipeg (+5); Under

SATURDAY, AUGUST 25

Game 295-296: Calgary at Saskatchewan (3:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Calgary 114.702; Saskatchewan 114.506
Dunkel Line: Even; 57
Vegas Line: Saskatchewan by 2 1/2; 53 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Calgary (+2 1/2); Over

MONDAY, AUGUST 27

Game 297-298: Edmonton at Toronto (7:30 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Edmonton 111.890; Toronto 116.802
Dunkel Line: Toronto by 5; 42
Vegas Line: Toronto by 3 1/2; 45 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Toronto (-3 1/2); Under

CFL
Long Sheet

Week 9

Friday, August 24

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BRITISH COLUMBIA (5 - 2) at WINNIPEG (2 - 5) - 8/24/2012, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
BRITISH COLUMBIA is 44-66 ATS (-28.6 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record since 1996.
WINNIPEG is 14-5 ATS (+8.5 Units) as an underdog of 3.5 to 9.5 points over the last 3 seasons.
WINNIPEG is 92-66 ATS (+19.4 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent since 1996.
BRITISH COLUMBIA is 55-30 ATS (+22.0 Units) in road games off a division game since 1996.
BRITISH COLUMBIA is 38-22 ATS (+13.8 Units) in August games since 1996.
BRITISH COLUMBIA is 54-35 ATS (+15.5 Units) off a win over a division rival since 1996.
BRITISH COLUMBIA is 44-27 ATS (+14.3 Units) in weeks 5 through 9 since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
WINNIPEG is 4-2 against the spread versus BRITISH COLUMBIA over the last 3 seasons
WINNIPEG is 3-3 straight up against BRITISH COLUMBIA over the last 3 seasons
4 of 6 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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Saturday, August 25

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CALGARY (3 - 4) at SASKATCHEWAN (3 - 4) - 8/25/2012, 3:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SASKATCHEWAN is 93-61 ATS (+25.9 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent since 1996.
CALGARY is 6-0 ATS (+6.0 Units) in a road game where the total is between 52.5 and 56 over the last 2 seasons.
SASKATCHEWAN is 1-10 ATS (-10.0 Units) off a loss against a division rival over the last 2 seasons.
SASKATCHEWAN is 0-7 ATS (-7.7 Units) in weeks 5 through 9 over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CALGARY is 6-3 against the spread versus SASKATCHEWAN over the last 3 seasons
CALGARY is 7-2 straight up against SASKATCHEWAN over the last 3 seasons
5 of 9 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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Monday, August 27

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EDMONTON (4 - 3) at TORONTO (4 - 3) - 8/27/2012, 7:30 PM
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
EDMONTON is 3-2 against the spread versus TORONTO over the last 3 seasons
EDMONTON is 4-1 straight up against TORONTO over the last 3 seasons
3 of 5 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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CFL
Armadillo's Write-Up

Week 9

Home (14-14). Favorites (12-16), Over (14-14). West 8-6 vs East.

BCLions (5-2) @ Winnipeg (2-5)-- Bombers (+7.5) opened season with 33-16 loss in Vancouver, when they were outgained 358-204; after an 0-4 start, Bombers won two of last three games at home, but four of their five losses are by 10+ points. BC won its last three games, allowing 8-9-5 points; they're 2-1 on road and only one of their five wins is by less than 10 points. Lions had one takeaway (-6) in first four games, but have nine (+9) in last three- they had 125 rushing yards in first meeting with Bombers. Last five British Columbia games all stayed under the total.

Calgary (3-4) @ Saskatchewan (3-4)-- Roughriders were 3-0, then lost 41-38 in OT at Calgary in Week 4, and haven't won since, getting outscored 90-50 in second half of those games- they're 2-1 at home, with only loss by point to Hamilton. Riders were +4 in turnovers in 3-0 start, but are -8 since, with no takeaways at all in their last three games. Underdogs covered six of seven Calgary games; Stampeders lost two of three on road, but covered both tries as underdog. Last three Calgary games stayed under total; three of last four Saskatchewan games went over the total.

Edmonton (4-3) @ Toronto (4-3)-- Argonauts (+1.5) opened season with a 19-15 loss in Edmonton- they outgained Eskimos 375-304 but lost. Toronto is favored for only second time this year; they won 25-22 (-7) in first try, but failed to cover vs Winnipeg. Argos won two of three at home, with both wins by three. Edmonton is 4-1 when they allow 20 or less points, 0-2 when they allow more- they're 1-2 on road, with losses by 1-16 points. Eskimos had been +8 in turnovers over 4-game stretch before being even last week. Last four Toronto games stayed under total.

CFL

Week 9

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Trend Report
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Friday, August 24

8:00 PM
BRITISH COLUMBIA vs. WINNIPEG
British Columbia is 14-6 SU in its last 20 games when playing Winnipeg
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of British Columbia's last 15 games when playing Winnipeg
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Winnipeg's last 5 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of Winnipeg's last 15 games when playing British Columbia

Saturday, August 25

3:00 PM
CALGARY vs. SASKATCHEWAN
Calgary is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
Calgary is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Saskatchewan's last 6 games when playing Calgary
The total has gone UNDER in 17 of Saskatchewan's last 23 games

Monday, August 27

7:30 PM
EDMONTON vs. TORONTO
Edmonton is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Edmonton is 8-4 SU in its last 12 games when playing on the road against Toronto
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Toronto's last 5 games
Toronto is 4-8 SU in its last 12 games when playing at home against Edmonton

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CFL

Week 9

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Canadian Bacon: B.C. Lions at Winnipeg Blue Bombers
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British Columbia at Winnipeg Blue Bombers (+5.5, 49)

THE MATCHUP: The Lions beat the Blue Bombers 33-16 in the first game of the season and easily covered the 8-point spread. B.C. now comes in on a three-game winning streak while Winnipeg has been just plain streaky lately.

THE LINE: The way B.C. has been playing, don't be surprised if this line moves up from 5.5 points as game time approaches. The total has dropped a point to 49, which means bettors have noticed the way the Lions' defense is performing.

B.C.: The Lions offense is fun to watch but it's the defense that has stolen the show lately. The D has now gone over 180 minutes without allowing a touchdown - the main reason B.C. has won and covered in its last three games. The Lions have also played under the total in their past five games. The team leads the league with +8 turnover margin and intercepted Saskatchewan three times last week. Meanwhile, the offense is averaging over 400 yards a game.

WINNIPEG: It's a little disturbing just how bad the Bombers defense has gotten compared to last year's 'Swaggerville' performance. Their numbers are pretty close to Hamilton's - the worst defensive team in the league - with 437 yards against per game. They have the most giveaways of any team with 20 this season, a terrible number heading in against a team like B.C. There may be some hope on offense suddenly, though. QB Joey Elliott earned CFL player of the week honors in his first CFL start last week.

BETTING NOTES:
Under is 10-1 in Lions last 11 road games.
Under is 12-3 in the last 15 meetings.
Blue Bombers are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 games as a home underdog of 3.5-10.0.
Blue Bombers are 0-7 ATS in their last 7 games following a S.U. win.
Blue Bombers are 0-7 ATS in their last 7 games following a S.U. win.

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**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:32 AM

WNBA
Dunkel

Atlanta at Washington
The Dream look to build on their 6-0 ATS record in their last 6 games against a team with a losing record. Atlanta is the pick (-6) according to Dunkel, which has the Dream favored by 8. Dunkel Pick: Atlanta (-6). Here are all of today's picks

FRIDAY, AUGUST 24

Game 601-602: Atlanta at Washington (7:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Atlanta 112.302; Washington 104.442
Dunkel Line & Total: Atlanta by 8; 153
Vegas Line & Total: Atlanta by 6; 149 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Atlanta (-6); Over

Game 603-604: Chicago at Tulsa (8:00 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Chicago 107.564; Tulsa 110.962
Dunkel Line & Total: Tulsa by 3 1/2; 156
Vegas Line & Total: Chicago by 1 1/2; 152 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Tulsa (+1 1/2); Over

WNBA
Long Sheet

Friday, August 24

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ATLANTA (11 - 11) at WASHINGTON (5 - 17) - 8/24/2012, 7:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
ATLANTA is 1-7 ATS (-6.7 Units) after scoring 75 points or more this season.
ATLANTA is 9-2 ATS (+6.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record after 15+ games after 15+ games over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 221-273 ATS (-79.3 Units) in all games since 1997.
WASHINGTON is 136-176 ATS (-57.6 Units) as an underdog since 1997.
WASHINGTON is 39-63 ATS (-30.3 Units) when playing with 2 days rest since 1997.
WASHINGTON is 138-175 ATS (-54.5 Units) vs. division opponents since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 6-5 against the spread versus ATLANTA over the last 3 seasons
ATLANTA is 6-5 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
9 of 11 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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CHICAGO (8 - 13) at TULSA (3 - 18) - 8/24/2012, 8:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CHICAGO is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) as a favorite this season.
CHICAGO is 5-13 ATS (-9.3 Units) in August or September games over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO is 2-8 ATS (-6.8 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
CHICAGO is 8-17 ATS (-10.7 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 77+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.
TULSA is 27-41 ATS (-18.1 Units) after allowing 75 points or more over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 3-2 against the spread versus TULSA over the last 3 seasons
CHICAGO is 4-1 straight up against TULSA over the last 3 seasons
3 of 5 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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WNBA

Friday, August 24

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Trend Report
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7:00 PM
ATLANTA vs. WASHINGTON
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Atlanta's last 6 games when playing on the road against Washington
Atlanta is 3-5-1 ATS in its last 9 games when playing on the road against Washington
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Washington's last 9 games when playing Atlanta
Washington is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing Atlanta

8:00 PM
CHICAGO vs. TULSA
Chicago is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Tulsa
Chicago is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Tulsa
Tulsa is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Chicago
Tulsa is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing at home against Chicago

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**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:33 AM

MLB
Dunkel

Milwaukee at Pittsburgh
The Pirates look to take advantage of a Milwaukee team that is 1-10 in its last 11 road games against a team with a winning record. Pittsburgh is the pick (+105) according to Dunkel, which has the Pirates favored by 1/2 a run. Dunkel Pick: Pittsburgh (+105). Here are all of today's picks.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 24

Game 951-952: Colorado at Chicago Cubs (2:20 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Colorado (Pomeranz) 15.641; Cubs (Samardzija) 13.530
Dunkel Line: Colorado by 2; 10
Vegas Line: Chicago Cubs (-150); No Run Total
Dunkel Pick: Colorado (+130); N/A

Game 953-954: Washington at Philadelphia (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Washington (Jackson) 16.372; Philadelphia (Kendrick) 15.219
Dunkel Line: Washington by 1; 8
Vegas Line: Washington (-115); 8 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Washington (-115); Under

Game 955-956: Milwaukee at Pittsburgh (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Milwaukee (Fiers) 14.711; Pittsburgh (Rodriguez) 14.979
Dunkel Line: Pittsburgh by 1/2; 8
Vegas Line: Milwaukee (-125); 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Pittsburgh (+105); Over

Game 957-958: Houston at NY Mets (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Houston (Lyles) 12.392; NY Mets (Niese) 14.208
Dunkel Line: NY Mets by 2; 7
Vegas Line: NY Mets (-230); 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: NY Mets (-230); Under

Game 959-960: St. Louis at Cincinnati (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: St. Louis (Lynn) 15.492; Cincinnati (Latos) 14.937
Dunkel Line: St. Louis by 1/2; 7
Vegas Line: Cincinnati (-140); 8
Dunkel Pick: St. Louis (+120); Under

Game 961-962: San Diego at Arizona (9:40 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: San Diego (Stults) 15.772; Arizona (Corbin) 16.696
Dunkel Line: Arizona by 1; 10
Vegas Line: Arizona (-175); 9
Dunkel Pick: Arizona (-175); Over

Game 963-964: Miami at LA Dodgers (10:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Miami (Eovaldi) 14.904; LA Dodgers (Billingsley) 15.667
Dunkel Line: LA Dodgers by 1; 7 1/2
Vegas Line: LA Dodgers (-220); 7
Dunkel Pick: LA Dodgers (-220); Over

Game 965-966: Atlanta at San Francisco (10:15 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Atlanta (Sheets) 16.935; San Francisco (Vogelsong) 16.089
Dunkel Line: Atlanta by 1; 6
Vegas Line: San Francisco (-125); 7
Dunkel Pick: Atlanta (+105); Under

Game 967-968: LA Angels at Detroit (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: LA Angels (Greinke) 15.029; Detroit (Porcello) 16.256
Dunkel Line: Detroit by 1; 8
Vegas Line: Detroit (-115); 9
Dunkel Pick: Detroit (-115); Under

Game 969-970: Toronto at Baltimore (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Toronto (Villanueva) 15.125; Baltimore (Britton) 14.491
Dunkel Line: Toronto by 1/2; 9
Vegas Line: Baltimore (-115); 8 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Toronto (-105); Over

Game 971-972: NY Yankees at Cleveland (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: NY Yankees (Sabathia) 14.965; Cleveland (Kluber) 13.067
Dunkel Line: NY Yankees by 2; 10
Vegas Line: NY Yankees (-220); 9
Dunkel Pick: NY Yankees (-220); Over

Game 973-974: Kansas City at Boston (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Kansas City (Chen) 16.418; Boston (Lester) 13.979
Dunkel Line: Kansas City by 2 1/2; 8 1/2
Vegas Line: Boston (-180); 9
Dunkel Pick: Kansas City (+160); Under

Game 975-976: Oakland at Tampa Bay (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Oakland (Parker) 15.090; Tampa Bay (Moore) 17.591
Dunkel Line: Tampa Bay by 2 1/2; 6 1/2
Vegas Line: Tampa Bay (-170); 7
Dunkel Pick: Tampa Bay (-170); Under

Game 977-978: Minnesota at Texas (8:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Minnesota (Deduno) 13.907; Texas (Harrison) 16.650
Dunkel Line: Texas by 2 1/2; 9 1/2
Vegas Line: Texas (-210); 10
Dunkel Pick: Texas (-210); Under

Game 979-980: Seattle at Chicago White Sox (8:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Seattle (Vargas) 16.976; White Sox (Peavy) 15.977
Dunkel Line: Seattle by 1; 8 1/2
Vegas Line: Chicago White Sox (-175); 8
Dunkel Pick: Seattle (+155); Over

**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:33 AM

MLB
Long Sheet

Friday, August 24

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COLORADO (50 - 73) at CHICAGO CUBS (47 - 76) - 2:20 PM
DREW POMERANZ (L) vs. JEFF SAMARDZIJA (R)
Top Trends for this game.
COLORADO is 50-73 (-13.5 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
COLORADO is 127-226 (-52.1 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +125 to +150 since 1997.
COLORADO is 12-27 (-14.8 Units) against the money line in day games this season.
COLORADO is 50-73 (-13.5 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
COLORADO is 87-118 (-32.3 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
COLORADO is 51-69 (-24.2 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 2 seasons.
COLORADO is 99-109 (-32.1 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.
COLORADO is 13-9 (+9.5 Units) against the money line in August games this season.
CHICAGO CUBS are 47-76 (-18.8 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
CHICAGO CUBS are 146-123 (-51.4 Units) against the money line as a home favorite of -150 to -175 since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 664-620 (-141.4 Units) against the money line in home games since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 4-17 (-12.2 Units) against the money line in August games this season.
CHICAGO CUBS are 133-165 (-52.4 Units) against the money line when playing with a day off since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 670-687 (-133.1 Units) against the money line in day games since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 47-76 (-18.8 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
CHICAGO CUBS are 9-22 (-11.7 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive losses this season.
CHICAGO CUBS are 21-37 (-14.6 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record this season.

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

DREW POMERANZ vs. CHICAGO CUBS since 1997
No recent starts.

JEFF SAMARDZIJA vs. COLORADO since 1997
No recent starts.

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WASHINGTON (77 - 47) at PHILADELPHIA (58 - 67) - 7:05 PM
EDWIN JACKSON (R) vs. KYLE KENDRICK (R)
Top Trends for this game.
JACKSON is 16-25 (-15.0 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
PHILADELPHIA is 76-42 (+26.3 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 77-47 (+22.8 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
WASHINGTON is 25-12 (+11.8 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 this season.
WASHINGTON is 41-23 (+18.3 Units) against the money line in road games this season.
WASHINGTON is 31-21 (+16.6 Units) against the money line on the road when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 14-6 (+11.7 Units) against the money line in road games when playing on Friday over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 19-10 (+13.0 Units) against the money line when playing with a day off over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 33-19 (+11.6 Units) against the money line against division opponents this season.
WASHINGTON is 74-47 (+18.9 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
WASHINGTON is 52-30 (+18.2 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
WASHINGTON is 53-31 (+18.0 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 58-67 (-22.8 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 28-35 (-19.7 Units) against the money line in home games this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 16-29 (-18.6 Units) against the money line against division opponents this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 58-64 (-19.8 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 20-24 (-13.6 Units) against the money line in home games in night games this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 43-44 (-10.1 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 42-37 (-15.5 Units) against the money line in home games after a win over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 29-43 (-22.6 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 5-4 (+0.7 Units) against PHILADELPHIA this season
5 of 9 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.8 Units)

EDWIN JACKSON vs. PHILADELPHIA since 1997
JACKSON is 1-3 when starting against PHILADELPHIA with an ERA of 4.94 and a WHIP of 1.563.
His team's record is 1-3 (-2.2 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 2-2. (-0.4 units)

KYLE KENDRICK vs. WASHINGTON since 1997
KENDRICK is 2-4 when starting against WASHINGTON with an ERA of 5.21 and a WHIP of 1.485.
His team's record is 6-7 (-2.7 units) in these starts. The OVER is 7-6. (+0.7 units)

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MILWAUKEE (57 - 66) at PITTSBURGH (67 - 57) - 7:05 PM
MICHAEL FIERS (R) vs. WANDY RODRIGUEZ (L)
Top Trends for this game.
MILWAUKEE is 57-66 (-19.3 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 19-38 (-23.1 Units) against the money line in road games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 1-8 (-8.4 Units) against the money line in road games in August games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 8-16 (-10.0 Units) against the money line in road games against division opponents this season.
MILWAUKEE is 57-66 (-19.3 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
MILWAUKEE is 13-25 (-14.4 Units) against the money line in road games in night games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 26-30 (-8.7 Units) against the money line after a win this season.
PITTSBURGH is 66-57 (+14.2 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
PITTSBURGH is 37-23 (+11.6 Units) against the money line in home games this season.
PITTSBURGH is 91-75 (+23.6 Units) against the money line in home games when playing with a day off since 1997.
PITTSBURGH is 29-20 (+11.7 Units) against the money line against division opponents this season.
PITTSBURGH is 66-57 (+14.2 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
PITTSBURGH is 459-434 (+54.0 Units) against the money line in home games in night games since 1997.
PITTSBURGH is 47-42 (+10.0 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
PITTSBURGH is 32-24 (+10.8 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
PITTSBURGH is 33-22 (+8.5 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
PITTSBURGH is 16-35 (-18.2 Units) against the money line in August games over the last 2 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 42-68 (-28.5 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.
RODRIGUEZ is 1-9 (-8.5 Units) against the money line in home games in night games this season. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
PITTSBURGH is 3-3 (+0.9 Units) against MILWAUKEE this season
4 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+1.8 Units)

MICHAEL FIERS vs. PITTSBURGH since 1997
FIERS is 0-1 when starting against PITTSBURGH with an ERA of 7.20 and a WHIP of 1.800.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-0. (+1.0 units)

WANDY RODRIGUEZ vs. MILWAUKEE since 1997
RODRIGUEZ is 8-8 when starting against MILWAUKEE with an ERA of 3.66 and a WHIP of 1.399.
His team's record is 9-12 (-1.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 9-12. (-3.6 units)

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HOUSTON (39 - 86) at NY METS (57 - 68) - 7:10 PM
JORDAN LYLES (R) vs. JON NIESE (L)
Top Trends for this game.
HOUSTON is 39-85 (-35.5 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
HOUSTON is 7-33 (-20.1 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +175 to +200 over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 12-51 (-33.4 Units) against the money line in road games this season.
HOUSTON is 11-34 (-19.3 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 39-85 (-35.5 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
HOUSTON is 28-59 (-23.4 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
HOUSTON is 24-60 (-29.1 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
HOUSTON is 17-37 (-17.5 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record this season.
HOUSTON is 6-32 (-24.1 Units) against the money line in road games when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
LYLES is 2-15 (-12.8 Units) against the money line in all games this season. (Team's Record)
LYLES is 1-16 (-14.5 Units) against the money line in road games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
LYLES is 2-15 (-12.8 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season. (Team's Record)
LYLES is 3-19 (-15.5 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
NY METS are 28-34 (-12.3 Units) against the money line in home games this season.
NY METS are 2-8 (-9.9 Units) against the money line in home games in August games this season.
NY METS are 5-14 (-10.1 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday this season.
NY METS are 53-66 (-13.3 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
NY METS are 31-46 (-13.6 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
NY METS are 31-48 (-24.7 Units) against the money line in home games after a loss over the last 2 seasons.
NY METS are 4-12 (-13.6 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
HOUSTON is 3-0 (+3.4 Units) against NY METS this season
2 of 3 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+1.0 Units)

JORDAN LYLES vs. NY METS since 1997
No recent starts.

JON NIESE vs. HOUSTON since 1997
NIESE is 1-2 when starting against HOUSTON with an ERA of 3.52 and a WHIP of 1.435.
His team's record is 2-2 (-0.5 units) in these starts. The OVER is 2-2. (-0.2 units)

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ST LOUIS (68 - 56) at CINCINNATI (76 - 50) - 7:10 PM
LANCE LYNN (R) vs. MAT LATOS (R)
Top Trends for this game.
ST LOUIS is 7-13 (-10.6 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday this season.
ST LOUIS is 41-44 (-14.9 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
ST LOUIS is 69-88 (-29.4 Units) against the money line in road games after 3 or more consecutive wins since 1997.
ST LOUIS is 15-25 (-17.8 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
CINCINNATI is 76-50 (+17.9 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
CINCINNATI is 40-20 (+16.7 Units) against the money line at home with a money line of -100 to -125 over the last 3 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 41-22 (+11.6 Units) against the money line in home games this season.
CINCINNATI is 125-88 (+24.1 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 3 seasons.
CINCINNATI is 76-50 (+17.9 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
CINCINNATI is 52-35 (+11.3 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
CINCINNATI is 75-55 (+13.5 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 121-86 (+17.0 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 38-26 (+12.5 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.

Head-to-Head Series History
CINCINNATI is 5-4 (+1.3 Units) against ST LOUIS this season
6 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+3.7 Units)

LANCE LYNN vs. CINCINNATI since 1997
No recent starts.

MAT LATOS vs. ST LOUIS since 1997
LATOS is 1-3 when starting against ST LOUIS with an ERA of 9.75 and a WHIP of 1.958.
His team's record is 2-3 (-1.4 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-3. (-2.7 units)

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SAN DIEGO (56 - 70) at ARIZONA (64 - 61) - 9:40 PM
ERIC STULTS (L) vs. PAT CORBIN (L)
Top Trends for this game.
SAN DIEGO is 14-31 (-17.5 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 76-115 (-31.5 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 35-58 (-20.1 Units) against the money line against left-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 161-133 (+21.3 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 67-47 (+16.0 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 161-133 (+21.3 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 92-68 (+20.2 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 94-64 (+18.6 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 42-46 (-11.4 Units) against the money line in night games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN DIEGO is 5-4 (+2.6 Units) against ARIZONA this season
6 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+2.6 Units)

ERIC STULTS vs. ARIZONA since 1997
STULTS is 2-1 when starting against ARIZONA with an ERA of 3.12 and a WHIP of 1.269.
His team's record is 2-1 (+1.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-1. (+0.0 units)

PAT CORBIN vs. SAN DIEGO since 1997
No recent starts.

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MIAMI (57 - 69) at LA DODGERS (67 - 58) - 10:10 PM
NATHAN EOVALDI (R) vs. CHAD BILLINGSLEY (R)
Top Trends for this game.
MIAMI is 57-69 (-17.4 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
MIAMI is 56-67 (-16.5 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
MIAMI is 35-47 (-15.9 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
MIAMI is 66-90 (-24.5 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 26-43 (-17.2 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
LA DODGERS are 88-60 (+23.6 Units) against the money line when the total is 7 or less over the last 2 seasons.
LA DODGERS are 59-37 (+16.0 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 7 or less over the last 2 seasons.
LA DODGERS are 31-15 (+16.3 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 74-71 (+23.8 Units) against the money line in road games when playing with a day off since 1997.
MIAMI is 52-48 (+15.0 Units) against the money line in road games in night games over the last 2 seasons.
MIAMI is 41-35 (+17.8 Units) against the money line in road games after getting shut out since 1997.
MIAMI is 316-350 (+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.
LA DODGERS are 30-33 (-8.9 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
LA DODGERS is 2-1 (+0.8 Units) against MIAMI this season
1 of 2 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+0.0 Units)

NATHAN EOVALDI vs. LA DODGERS since 1997
No recent starts.

CHAD BILLINGSLEY vs. MIAMI since 1997
BILLINGSLEY is 4-0 when starting against MIAMI with an ERA of 2.37 and a WHIP of 1.026.
His team's record is 5-1 (+3.9 units) in these starts. The OVER is 5-1. (+4.1 units)

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ATLANTA (71 - 54) at SAN FRANCISCO (70 - 55) - 10:15 PM
BEN SHEETS (R) vs. RYAN VOGELSONG (R)
Top Trends for this game.
SAN FRANCISCO is 70-55 (+10.9 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
SAN FRANCISCO is 70-55 (+10.9 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
SAN FRANCISCO is 43-30 (+10.9 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
VOGELSONG is 10-2 (+9.3 Units) against the money line in night games this season. (Team's Record)
ATLANTA is 71-54 (+10.0 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
ATLANTA is 35-25 (+12.6 Units) against the money line in road games this season.
ATLANTA is 16-2 (+15.1 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday this season.
ATLANTA is 69-53 (+8.5 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
ATLANTA is 27-16 (+12.4 Units) against the money line in road games in night games this season.
ATLANTA is 49-28 (+17.5 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
SAN FRANCISCO is 11-17 (-15.2 Units) against the money line in home games in August games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN FRANCISCO is 3-1 (+2.7 Units) against ATLANTA this season
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.0 Units)

BEN SHEETS vs. SAN FRANCISCO since 1997
SHEETS is 4-3 when starting against SAN FRANCISCO with an ERA of 2.34 and a WHIP of 0.973.
His team's record is 6-4 (+2.0 units) in these starts. The OVER is 5-4. (+0.8 units)

RYAN VOGELSONG vs. ATLANTA since 1997
VOGELSONG is 0-0 when starting against ATLANTA with an ERA of 1.50 and a WHIP of 1.000.
His team's record is 1-0 (+1.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-0. (+1.0 units)

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LA ANGELS (65 - 60) at DETROIT (67 - 57) - 7:05 PM
ZACK GREINKE (R) vs. RICK PORCELLO (R)
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
DETROIT is 3-1 (+1.8 Units) against LA ANGELS this season
2 of 3 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+1.0 Units)

ZACK GREINKE vs. DETROIT since 1997
GREINKE is 10-6 when starting against DETROIT with an ERA of 2.95 and a WHIP of 1.177.
His team's record is 12-10 (+3.9 units) in these starts. The OVER is 10-12. (-2.8 units)

RICK PORCELLO vs. LA ANGELS since 1997
PORCELLO is 3-1 when starting against LA ANGELS with an ERA of 6.29 and a WHIP of 1.456.
His team's record is 5-1 (+4.0 units) in these starts. The OVER is 6-0. (+6.0 units)

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TORONTO (56 - 68) at BALTIMORE (67 - 57) - 7:05 PM
CARLOS VILLANUEVA (R) vs. ZACH BRITTON (L)
Top Trends for this game.
TORONTO is 56-68 (-13.7 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
TORONTO is 31-45 (-17.4 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
TORONTO is 25-42 (-17.5 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
TORONTO is 34-50 (-14.4 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
BALTIMORE is 67-57 (+21.7 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
BALTIMORE is 42-36 (+19.1 Units) against the money line in August games over the last 3 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 24-20 (+12.0 Units) against the money line against division opponents this season.
BALTIMORE is 62-50 (+20.7 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
BALTIMORE is 43-45 (+5.6 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
BALTIMORE is 49-43 (+13.6 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
TORONTO is 44-26 (+22.5 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday over the last 3 seasons.
TORONTO is 24-15 (+12.4 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 291-366 (-98.2 Units) against the money line in home games after a loss since 1997.
BALTIMORE is 113-110 (-37.9 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.

Head-to-Head Series History
BALTIMORE is 5-4 (+2.3 Units) against TORONTO this season
5 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+0.7 Units)

CARLOS VILLANUEVA vs. BALTIMORE since 1997
VILLANUEVA is 2-0 when starting against BALTIMORE with an ERA of 4.96 and a WHIP of 1.470.
His team's record is 3-0 (+3.2 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-0. (+3.1 units)

ZACH BRITTON vs. TORONTO since 1997
BRITTON is 0-1 when starting against TORONTO with an ERA of 9.00 and a WHIP of 1.800.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.3 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-1. (-1.2 units)

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NY YANKEES (72 - 52) at CLEVELAND (54 - 70) - 7:05 PM
C.C. SABATHIA (L) vs. COREY KLUBER (R)
Top Trends for this game.
NY YANKEES are 156-100 (-51.7 Units) against the money line as a road favorite of -175 or more since 1997.
NY YANKEES are 103-91 (-17.4 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 101-94 (+12.3 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
NY YANKEES are 16-4 (+11.1 Units) against the money line when playing on Friday this season.
NY YANKEES are 11-1 (+9.8 Units) against the money line when playing with a day off this season.
NY YANKEES are 69-44 (+10.3 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
SABATHIA is 48-18 (+25.2 Units) against the money line in August games since 1997. (Team's Record)
SABATHIA is 60-24 (+25.5 Units) against the money line in road games when playing against a team with a losing record since 1997. (Team's Record)
CLEVELAND is 54-70 (-15.3 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
CLEVELAND is 4-17 (-12.1 Units) against the money line in August games this season.
CLEVELAND is 51-66 (-14.6 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
CLEVELAND is 14-26 (-11.2 Units) against the money line against left-handed starters this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY YANKEES is 3-0 (+3.0 Units) against CLEVELAND this season
2 of 3 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+0.9 Units)

C.C. SABATHIA vs. CLEVELAND since 1997
SABATHIA is 2-1 when starting against CLEVELAND with an ERA of 3.03 and a WHIP of 1.408.
His team's record is 2-3 (-6.0 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-4. (-3.8 units)

COREY KLUBER vs. NY YANKEES since 1997
No recent starts.

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KANSAS CITY (55 - 68) at BOSTON (59 - 66) - 7:10 PM
BRUCE CHEN (L) vs. JON LESTER (L)
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS CITY is 12-5 (+14.2 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +150 to +175 this season.
KANSAS CITY is 13-8 (+9.8 Units) against the money line in August games this season.
KANSAS CITY is 41-42 (+7.2 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
CHEN is 8-2 (+8.8 Units) against the money line in August games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
BOSTON is 59-66 (-21.7 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
BOSTON is 22-27 (-10.1 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 this season.
BOSTON is 21-23 (-16.5 Units) against the money line as a home favorite of -150 to -175 over the last 2 seasons.
BOSTON is 0-6 (-11.1 Units) against the money line as a home favorite of -175 to -200 this season.
BOSTON is 29-37 (-20.8 Units) against the money line in home games this season.
BOSTON is 12-19 (-12.5 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 9 to 9.5 this season.
BOSTON is 6-15 (-12.3 Units) against the money line in August games this season.
BOSTON is 2-8 (-9.6 Units) against the money line in home games when playing on Friday this season.
BOSTON is 53-61 (-22.5 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
BOSTON is 40-47 (-19.6 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
BOSTON is 30-36 (-15.9 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
BOSTON is 63-55 (-22.5 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
BOSTON is 3-8 (-9.6 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record in the second half of the season this season.
LESTER is 10-15 (-12.4 Units) against the money line in all games this season. (Team's Record)
LESTER is 0-7 (-13.0 Units) against the money line as a home favorite of -175 to -200 over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
LESTER is 3-11 (-14.7 Units) against the money line in home games this season. (Team's Record)
LESTER is 4-9 (-10.7 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 9 to 9.5 over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
LESTER is 10-14 (-11.2 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season. (Team's Record)
LESTER is 6-11 (-11.2 Units) against the money line in night games this season. (Team's Record)
LESTER is 0-7 (-11.3 Units) against the money line in home games after a loss this season. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
KANSAS CITY is 2-1 (+1.5 Units) against BOSTON this season
2 of 3 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+1.0 Units)

BRUCE CHEN vs. BOSTON since 1997
CHEN is 3-5 when starting against BOSTON with an ERA of 6.30 and a WHIP of 1.700.
His team's record is 3-7 (-3.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-4. (-1.2 units)

JON LESTER vs. KANSAS CITY since 1997
LESTER is 5-2 when starting against KANSAS CITY with an ERA of 1.35 and a WHIP of 0.994.
His team's record is 5-3 (-0.9 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 6-0. (+6.0 units)

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OAKLAND (67 - 57) at TAMPA BAY (70 - 55) - 7:10 PM
JARROD PARKER (R) vs. MATT MOORE (L)
Top Trends for this game.
TAMPA BAY is 162-129 (+12.1 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 90-37 (+30.0 Units) against the money line as a home favorite of -150 to -175 since 1997.
TAMPA BAY is 34-15 (+14.1 Units) against the money line in August games over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 52-35 (+8.9 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
OAKLAND is 67-57 (+17.9 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
OAKLAND is 256-191 (+60.7 Units) against the money line in August games since 1997.
OAKLAND is 46-36 (+15.7 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
OAKLAND is 35-27 (+14.9 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
TAMPA BAY is 4-3 (-0.4 Units) against OAKLAND this season
4 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+1.9 Units)

JARROD PARKER vs. TAMPA BAY since 1997
PARKER is 0-1 when starting against TAMPA BAY with an ERA of 4.50 and a WHIP of 1.833.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.2 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-0. (+1.0 units)

MATT MOORE vs. OAKLAND since 1997
MOORE is 0-1 when starting against OAKLAND with an ERA of 15.42 and a WHIP of 2.141.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.8 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-1. (-1.2 units)

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MINNESOTA (51 - 73) at TEXAS (73 - 51) - 8:05 PM
SAM DEDUNO (R) vs. MATT HARRISON (L)
Top Trends for this game.
MINNESOTA is 114-173 (-34.3 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 14-35 (-17.1 Units) against the money line in August games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 111-166 (-31.2 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 63-109 (-30.5 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons.
TEXAS is 131-83 (+20.4 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
HARRISON is 22-6 (+14.4 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
HARRISON is 13-1 (+11.9 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)
TEXAS is 39-34 (-11.3 Units) against the money line after a win this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
TEXAS is 6-1 (+4.5 Units) against MINNESOTA this season
6 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+4.9 Units)

SAM DEDUNO vs. TEXAS since 1997
DEDUNO is 0-0 when starting against TEXAS with an ERA of 5.07 and a WHIP of 1.689.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.0 units) in these starts. The OVER is 0-1. (-1.1 units)

MATT HARRISON vs. MINNESOTA since 1997
HARRISON is 2-2 when starting against MINNESOTA with an ERA of 3.76 and a WHIP of 1.443.
His team's record is 2-2 (-0.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-3. (-2.5 units)

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SEATTLE (61 - 64) at CHI WHITE SOX (68 - 55) - 8:10 PM
JASON VARGAS (L) vs. JAKE PEAVY (R)
Top Trends for this game.
CHI WHITE SOX are 68-55 (+9.5 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
CHI WHITE SOX are 39-28 (+8.2 Units) against the money line after a win this season.
SEATTLE is 61-64 (+8.9 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
SEATTLE is 58-57 (+10.9 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season.
SEATTLE is 43-43 (+6.4 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
SEATTLE is 41-42 (+6.7 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
SEATTLE is 11-4 (+8.1 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive wins this season.
VARGAS is 15-11 (+8.7 Units) against the money line in all games this season. (Team's Record)
VARGAS is 9-5 (+8.8 Units) against the money line in road games this season. (Team's Record)
VARGAS is 14-10 (+8.3 Units) against the money line in games played on a grass field this season. (Team's Record)
VARGAS is 13-7 (+8.7 Units) against the money line in night games this season. (Team's Record)
CHI WHITE SOX are 21-28 (-11.9 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 this season.
CHI WHITE SOX are 71-71 (-18.6 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
CHI WHITE SOX are 13-18 (-9.3 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 8 to 8.5 this season.
CHI WHITE SOX are 71-71 (-18.6 Units) against the money line in home games in games played on a grass field over the last 2 seasons.
CHI WHITE SOX are 30-39 (-24.2 Units) against the money line in home games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHI WHITE SOX is 5-1 (+3.6 Units) against SEATTLE this season
4 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+1.8 Units)

JASON VARGAS vs. CHI WHITE SOX since 1997
VARGAS is 0-1 when starting against CHI WHITE SOX with an ERA of 7.13 and a WHIP of 1.500.
His team's record is 1-3 (-1.6 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-1. (+2.0 units)

JAKE PEAVY vs. SEATTLE since 1997
PEAVY is 5-1 when starting against SEATTLE with an ERA of 2.21 and a WHIP of 1.019.
His team's record is 7-1 (+7.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-5. (-2.3 units)

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**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:33 AM

MLB
Armadillo's Write-Up

Friday, August 24

Hot pitchers
-- Samardzija has a 2.84 RA in his last three starts.
-- Kendrick is 2-0, 0.00 (15 IP) in his last two starts.
-- Niese is 3-1, 1.91 in his last four starts.
-- Latos is 3-0, 1.91 in his last six starts.
-- Stults is 2-0, 2.84 in his last three starts. Arizona won last four Corbin starts (3-0, 2.77).
-- Billingsley is 6-0, 1.30 in his last six starts. Former Dodger Eovaldi is 2-1, 2.16 in his last three starts.

-- Villanueva has a 2.79 RA in his last three starts, but no wins.
-- Lester is 2-0, 1.38 in his last couple starts.
-- Moore is 4-0, 1.16 in his last five starts.
-- Deduno is 4-1, 2.73 in his last six starts. Harrison is 2-1, 3.46 in his last four outings.
-- Vargas is 6-1, 2.01 in his last eight starts.

Cold pitchers
-- Pomeranz is 0-4, 7.36 in his last seven starts.
-- Jackson is 1-2, 4.56 in his last four starts.
-- WRodriguez is 0-3, 5.47 in four starts for the Pirates. Fiers lost his last two starts, allowing 12 runs in seven IP.
-- Lyles is 0-5, 8.63 in his last eight starts.
-- Lynn is 1-1, 6.49 in his last five starts.
-- Vogelsong lost his last two starts, allowing 11 runs in 5.2 IP. Sheets is 0-2, 8.25 in his last couple starts.

-- Greinke is 1-2, 6.19 in five starts for the Angels. Porcello is 2-3, 6.23 in his last five starts.
-- Britton is 0-1, 13.50 in his last three starts.
-- Kluber is 0-2, 9.16 in his four starts. Sabathia had a 5.34 RA in his last four starts before going on the DL.
-- BChen is 2-4, 6.97 in his last ten starts.
-- Parker is 1-3, 4.26 in his last four starts.
-- Peavy is 0-2, 4.50 in his last three starts.

Hot Teams
-- Colorado won nine of its last eleven games.
-- Nationals won five of their last seven games.
-- Brewers won five of their last seven games.
-- Cardinals won four of their last five games. Reds won ten of their last fourteen games.
-- Padres won their last four games, allowing nine runs. Arizona won six of its last eight games.
-- Giants won six of their last seven games.

-- Detroit won six of its last eight games. Angels won their last three games, scoring 26 runs.
-- Orioles won eight of their last eleven home games.
-- Royals won six of their last nine games.
-- Tampa Bay won 19 of its last 25 games. A's won six of their last eight.
-- Rangers won five of their last six games.
-- Seattle won its last eight games, allowing 13 runs. White Sox won five of their last six home games.

Cold Teams
-- Cubs lost six of their last seven games.
-- Pirates lost ten of their last fourteen games.
-- Mets lost 13 of their last 17 games. Astros lost nine of their last ten.
-- Phillies are 4-5 in their last nine games.
-- Dodgers lost five of their last seven games. Miami is 6-9 in its last 15.
-- Braves lost five of their last six games.

-- Blue Jays lost eight of their last nine games.
-- Indians lost their last eight games; they scored five runs in last four games. Bronx Bombers lost four of their last five games.
-- Red Sox lost seven of their last nine games.
-- Twins lost 11 of their last 13 games.

Totals
-- Four of last five Colorado games stayed under the total.
-- Four of last five Washington games stayed under total.
-- Five of last six Milwaukee games stayed under the total. 12 of last 16 Pittsburgh games went over the total.
-- Five of Mets' last six games stayed under the total.
-- Seven of last nine Cincinnati games went over the total.
-- Five of last six San Diego road games stayed under total.
-- Five of last six Dodger games stayed under the total.
-- Nine of last twelve San Francisco games went over the total.

-- 16 of last 21 Angel games went over the total.
-- Five of last six Toronto games stayed under the total.
-- Seven of last ten Cleveland games went over the total.
-- Eight of last ten Kansas City games stayed under the total.
-- 23 of last 32 Tampa Bay games stayed under total.
-- Under is 5-2-1 in Minnesota's last eight games.
-- Under is 8-1-1 in last ten Seattle games.

**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:34 AM

MLB

Friday, August 24

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Trend Report
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2:20 PM
COLORADO vs. CHI CUBS
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Colorado's last 9 games when playing on the road against Chi Cubs
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Colorado's last 5 games
Chi Cubs are 2-7 SU in their last 9 games when playing Colorado
Chi Cubs are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games at home

7:05 PM
WASHINGTON vs. PHILADELPHIA
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Washington's last 7 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia
Washington is 10-4 SU in its last 14 games when playing Philadelphia
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Philadelphia's last 7 games when playing at home against Washington
Philadelphia is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games

7:05 PM
NY YANKEES vs. CLEVELAND
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of NY Yankees's last 14 games when playing on the road against Cleveland
NY Yankees are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games
Cleveland is 1-4 SU in their last 5 games when playing NY Yankees
Cleveland is 4-9 SU in their last 13 games when playing at home against NY Yankees

7:05 PM
LA ANGELS vs. DETROIT
The total has gone OVER in 5 of LA Angels's last 6 games
LA Angels are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games on the road
Detroit is 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing LA Angels
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Detroit's last 5 games at home

7:05 PM
TORONTO vs. BALTIMORE
Toronto is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Baltimore
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Toronto's last 6 games on the road
Baltimore is 12-6 SU in its last 18 games
Baltimore is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Toronto

7:05 PM
MILWAUKEE vs. PITTSBURGH
Milwaukee is 19-6 SU in its last 25 games when playing Pittsburgh
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Milwaukee's last 9 games when playing Pittsburgh
The total has gone OVER in 12 of Pittsburgh's last 16 games
Pittsburgh is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Milwaukee

7:10 PM
KANSAS CITY vs. BOSTON
Kansas City is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Kansas City's last 10 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Boston's last 6 games at home
Boston is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games

7:10 PM
ST. LOUIS vs. CINCINNATI
St. Louis is 5-11 SU in its last 16 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of St. Louis's last 14 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Cincinnati's last 9 games
Cincinnati is 14-4 SU in its last 18 games at home

7:10 PM
HOUSTON vs. NY METS
Houston is 2-16 SU in its last 18 games on the road
Houston is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of NY Mets's last 8 games when playing at home against Houston
NY Mets are 7-3 SU in its last 10 games when playing at home against Houston

7:10 PM
OAKLAND vs. TAMPA BAY
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Oakland's last 11 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Oakland's last 5 games on the road
Tampa Bay is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Oakland
The total has gone OVER in 10 of Tampa Bay's last 14 games when playing Oakland

8:05 PM
MINNESOTA vs. TEXAS
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Minnesota's last 6 games on the road
Minnesota is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 16 of Texas's last 23 games at home
Texas is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing Minnesota

8:10 PM
SEATTLE vs. CHI WHITE SOX
Seattle is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Seattle's last 10 games when playing on the road against Chi White Sox
Chi White Sox are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games
Chi White Sox are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games at home

9:40 PM
SAN DIEGO vs. ARIZONA
San Diego is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing Arizona
San Diego is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Arizona
Arizona is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against San Diego
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Arizona's last 7 games at home

10:10 PM
MIAMI vs. LA DODGERS
Miami is 8-16 SU in its last 24 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 12 of Miami's last 17 games when playing on the road against LA Dodgers
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of LA Dodgers's last 6 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 12 of LA Dodgers's last 17 games when playing at home against Miami

10:15 PM
ATLANTA vs. SAN FRANCISCO
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Atlanta's last 11 games
Atlanta is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games
San Francisco is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games
The total has gone OVER in 9 of San Francisco's last 12 games

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**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 09:34 AM

MLB

Friday, August 24

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Friday's streaking and slumping starting pitchers
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STREAKING

Matt Moore, Tampa Bay Rays (10-7, 3.57)

Moore turned in another solid outing Sunday against the Angels, allowing two earned runs over 6 1/3 innings pitched. The rookie is 4-0 over his last five starts and hasn’t surrendered more than two runs in a game since July 7. He tries to keep the momentum going against the A’s on Friday.

Kyle Kendrick, Philadelphia Phillies (6-9, 4.20)

Kendrick allowed three hits over eight scoreless innings against the Brewers on Sunday to pick up his sixth win of the season. The righty has posted back-to-back wins and hasn’t allowed a run in his last 15 innings pitched. He draws the Nationals next.

SLUMPING

Ben Sheets, Atlanta Braves (4-3, 3.07)

Sheets allowed six runs on four hits over six innings Saturday against the Dodgers to fall to 4-3 on the year after a red-hot start. The veteran righty has suffered back-to-back losses after blazing out of the gates with a 4-1 record. He takes the hill in San Francisco in his next start.

Ryan Vogelsong, San Francisco Giants (10-7, 2.85)

Vogelsong lasted just three innings in Sunday's 7-1 loss to the Padres. The right-hander also got rocked for eight runs in 2 2/3 innings in his previous start against Washington. Vogelsong has just one quality start in his last three turns after running off 16 consecutive quality outings from May 3 to July 29. He gets the Braves at the friendly confines of AT&T Park on Friday.

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**Udog** · 08-24-2012, 10:28 AM

Friday betting tips: Winds help hitters at Wrigley today

WEATHER TO WATCH

According to weather underground, the wind should be blowing straight out to left field at Wrigley in Chicago today. Oddsmakers have the Cubs favored at -155 but as per normal, they will hold off on posting a total for this game. Keep an eye out to get it early. It’s likely to go up after its release.

WHO'S HOT?

The B.C. Lions. They have won and covered their last three games and their defense hasn’t given up a touchdown in over 180 minutes. They’re 5.5-point favorites at Winnipeg tonight.

WHO'S NOT?

Red Sox pitching staff. Boston has given up 30 runs in its past four games, all of which it lost straight up and on the runline. The Sox are 13-21 in his absence with their designated hitters going 31 of 130 (.238) with seven RBIs and no home runs.

KEY STAT

11-23. That was the Blue Jays’ record without slugger Jose Bautista in the lineup due to a wrist injury. He returns tonight for Toronto.

GAME OF THE DAY

Philadelphia Eagles at Cleveland Browns (-4, 37)

INJURY THAT SHOULDN'T BE OVERLOOKED

It sounds like the Red Sox’ David Ortiz will be activated off the DL today after being out since July 17 with an Achilles heel injury.

NOTABLE QUOTABLE

Indianapolis Colts owner Tweeted this last night:
SERIOUS TRADE WINDS Swirling! We're talking given up high driaft pick for serious Vet/Starter!.. these deals often crumble n don't reach completion

BETTING NEWS AND NOTES

According to the Detroit News: "Most Valuable Player candidate Miguel Cabrera left the Tigers game in the top of the second inning with a sore right ankle. The Tigers said his status is considered day to day."

Sportsbooks didn’t have a line out for the Angels-Tigers game as of Friday morning. We have the early overnight line though and it’s set with the Angels as slight -115 road dogs, courtesy of The Sports Club. The total was recommended at 9 with Greinke and Porcello on the mound.

Rookie quarterback Nick Foles will get the start tonight for the Philadelphia Eagles in Cleveland. Trent Edwards will likely come on in the second quarter, though. Michael Vick won't play again in the preseason due to a rib injury but should be ready for Week 1.

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Friday's Trends and Indexes - 8/24 (MLB, WNBA, CFL, Misc.)

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