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4* MAJOR on NY Yankees -168
(List Mussina)
The Yankees are ready to go on another run starting with this series against Oakland. Mike Mussina has really pitched well as the season progresses with a 3.38 ERA in his last 3 starts. The Oakland As are 0-3 in Kennedys last 3 starts due to his large 7.71 ERA. It wont get any better for Kennedy when he faces a very tough Yankees line-up tonight. The Yankees are 8-1 in their last 9 home games. The As are 4-17 in Kennedys last 21 starts overall. The Yankees are 88-34 in their last 122 home games vs. a left-handed starter. Take New York.
1* on Philadelphia -151
(List Hamels)
Lefty standout Cole Hamels takes on a struggling Mets team that is 1-7 in their last 8 road games. Hamels is 9-3 on the year featuring a 3.80 ERA. Philly has won 3 straight over New York to boot. Cole Hamels beat John Maine 6-3 back on June 7th. The Phillies are 6-0 in their last 6 vs. National League East. The Phillies are 8-0 in their last 8 games as a home favorite of -151 to -200. The Phillies are 7-0 in Hamels' last 7 starts as a favorite of -151 to -200. These 100% situations make this a very valuable Bonus Play. This is Game 2 of a double-header today, so make sure you are betting the finale. Take Philadelphia.
4* MAJOR on Chicago White Sox -111
(List Contreras)
The White Sox have reeled off 4 straight wins after sweeping the Devil Rays in their last series. They have a chance to get back into the thick of things in the AL Central with a solid series against Kansas City here. It starts with todays game with Contreras on the mound. Contreras started as the season as the teams Ace and now he needs to prove that he is still worthy of this role. The White Sox are 9-2 in Conteras last 11 starts against Kansas City. The Sox are 5-1 in Contreras last 6 road starts against the Royals. He owns this team. Take Chicago.
6* Widow Wiseguy NL West Game of the Day on San Francisco -120
(List Morris)
Matt Morris has been a steady force as starter for the San Francisco Giants. He is 7-4 with a 3.39 ERA on the season and already has 3 complete games. Livan Hernandez has really been struggling for Arizona with an 0-2 record and a 10.93 ERA over his last 3 starts. He has given up 30 hits in his last 14 innings. The home team in this series is 8-1 on their home field. The Diamondbacks are 2-10 in Hernandez's last 12 road starts and 1-9 in Hernandez's last 10 starts as a road underdog. This 19-3 Situation going against Hernandez is very strong today. Take San Francisco.
Black Magic
5 Unit Black Magic Road SMASH Play on LA Angels -149
(Listing Escobar)
The Angels are one of the hottest teams in all of baseball, if not the hottest. They have been even better with Kelvim Escobar on the mound. Escobar is 9-3 with a 2.81 ERA on the season. The Orioles are 0-3 in Steve Trachsels last 3 starts. He has an 8.04 ERA over this span. Baltimore is just 2-8 in their last 10 home games. The Angels are 8-1 in their last 9 vs. American League East. The Orioles are 3-12 in their last 15 games vs. a right-handed starter. The Orioles are 0-7 in Trachsel's last 7 starts vs. a team with a winning record. Cash in with the Angels.
1 Unit on Minnesota +105
(Listing Santana)
We cant remember the last time Johan Santana was an underdog. But we are definitely not going to pass up this opportunity to cash in with the leagues best pitcher. Santana has a 2.83 ERA on the season and has really turned it on over his last 3 starts. The Twins are 3-0 in Santanas last 3 outings with his 1.23 ERA showcased. The Twins are 12-2 in Santana's last 14 starts when their opponent allows 2 runs or less in their previous game. The Twins are 46-13 in Santana's last 59 starts with 4 days of rest and 45-15 in Santana's last 60 starts vs. American League Central. The Tigers are just 1-4 in their last 5 home games. The Twins are 4-1 in their last 5 meetings in Detroit. Cash in with Minnesota.
4 Unit AL Total of the Day on Mariners/Blue Jays Over 8.5
(Action)
This Total is set far too low today. The Over is 12-5-1 in Blue Jays last 18 road games with the total set at 7.0-8.5. The Over is 5-0 in Blue Jays last 5 games with the total set at 7.0-8.5. The Over is 8-2 in Blue Jays last 10 road games vs. a left-handed starter. The Over is 8-2-1 in Mariners last 11 during game 1 of a series. The Over is 5-0-1 in Washburn's last 6 starts overall. The Over is 4-0 in Washburn's last 4 starts as a favorite. These 6 winning Over Trends are more than enough evidence saying this game is high scoring. Cash in with the Over today.
Larry Cook
6* Play on NY Mets -176
(Listing Hernandez)
The crafty veteran in Orlando Hernandez just keeps rolling along with a great 2007 season. His 2.77 ERA in 68 innings ranks right up there with the best starters the National League has to offer. The Cardinals are 0-4 in their last 4 road games vs. a right-handed starter. The Mets are 4-0 in Hernandez's last 4 starts vs. a team with a losing record. The Mets are finally rolling a bit right now and are 5-1 in their last 6 home games. They are 6-1 in their last 7 meetings with St. Louis this season. You could say they definitely have the Cardinals number. Bet the Mets.
10* NL Central GAME OF THE YEAR on Chicago Cubs -125
(Listing Hill and Gallardo)
This is the biggest series of the season in the National League and the Cubs get Milwaukee at home. Behind their screaming fans, Chicago will take Game 1 over the Brewers with Rich Hill on the mound. In 95 innings of work, Hill has allowed just 72 hits with a 3.13 ERA. He hasnt gotten the run support needed in his last few starts, but now the Cubbies are swinging the bats very well. They are hitting .292 as a team over their last 10 games. The Brewers are 1-7 in their last 8 games vs. a starter with a WHIP less than 1.15. The Cubs are 6-0 in their last 6 overall. The Cubs are 24-10 in their last 34 games as a home favorite of -110 to -150. The Cubs are 4-0 in their last 4 during game 1 of a series, 4-0 in their last 4 home games vs. a team with a losing road record and 4-0 in their last 4 games vs. a right-handed starter. This combined 12-0 Money Line System sends the Cubs away with a win today. Bet Chicago.
7* MAJOR on Atlanta -115
(Listing James and Johnson)
Josh Johnson has struggled mightily for the Marlins and it wont get any easier when Florida faces Atlanta tonight. Johnson is 0-2 with a 14.85 ERA on the season. The Braves are 5-1 in their last 6 vs. a team with a losing record. The Braves are 9-3 in their last 12 games following an off day. Atlanta is rested and ready to go today. The Marlins are 0-4 in Johnson's last 4 starts and 2-7 in Johnsons last 9 home starts. This 11-2 Money Line System going against Johnson is a solid one. Bet Atlanta.
3* on Cincinnati -127
(Listing Arroyo and Wainwright)
Bronson Arroyo is better than what he has shown this season. A return home will help his psyche for the Reds today. The Reds have owned St. Louis at home in recent years. Cincinnati is 8-3 over St. Louis in their last 11 home meetings. The Cardinals are 0-6 in their last 6 during game 1 of a series and 0-4 in their last 4 road games vs. a right-handed starter. The Reds are 5-1 in Arroyo's last 6 starts as a home favorite of -110 to -150. The Reds are 11-3 in Arroyo's last 14 starts during game 1 of a series. Bet Cincinnati today.
7* MAJOR on San Diego -117
(Listing Young and Kuo)
The San Diego Padres should be a heavier favorite here today. Chris Young is 3 times the pitcher that Kuo will ever be. Young is 7-3 on the season with a blistering 2.08 ERA. Hes given up only 62 hits in over 90 innings of work. Kuo for the Dodgers is 1-3 with a 6.33 ERA. This game will get ugly in a hurry with San Diego taking an early lead and never looking back. The Padres are 6-0 in Young's last 6 starts during game 1 of a series. The Padres are 18-6 in Young's last 24 road starts. The Padres are 4-0 in their last 4 games as a road favorite. The Dodgers are 1-5 in Kuo's last 6 starts. Bet San Diego.
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