Thanks for the explanations smartz. Personally, I'm fading Tampa on the road, as they have won only 10 of their last 56 (I think) away from home. Have been a huge Shields backer since last year, but don't think he'll be enough tonight. Also like Buerhle to get win #100 at home. Respect your views on the game though.
As for Cleveland, for me it was just too many trends going in favor of Detroit. Playing great at home while the Indians are just mediocre so far on the road (agree they are far from awful on the road, which is why I backed them last night). I think Byrd's ratios have been better on the road, but somehow that has translated into a 3-14 record for the Tribe in his last 17 road starts. Again, not saying you're wrong and I'm right or anything. Just adding my thoughts. The line dropped quite a bit on this one despite what seems to be a heavy majority of the public on Detroit, so I'm not feeling anywhere near as good about it as I did last night.
BOL today and thanks as always.