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English FA Cup Monday 19:45 GMT

Preston

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Man Utd

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT PRESTON	RECENT FORM
HDADALAWHWAW​ Most recent​	0 - 2 1 - 1 0 - 0 2 - 4	AWADHWHWADHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Man Utd have been drawing at half-time in nine of their last ten away matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Manchester United have been given a lovely draw so far with this their third match against teams from outside the top two divisions of English football. However, United struggled past Yeovil and needed a replay against Cambridge so backing the Red Devils to edge their way to victory in Preston looks the best bet.

RECOMMENDATION: Draw-Man Utd double result
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REFEREE: Phil Dowd STADIUM:

 

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Champions League Tu 17Feb 19:45

Paris St-G.

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Chelsea

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT PARIS ST-G.	RECENT FORM
AWHWAWADHWHD​ Most recent​	3 - 1 0 - 3	ADHLHD*HDAWHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: PSG are unbeaten in their last 32 home European matches

EXPERT VERDICT: The Parc des Princes is a fortress for Paris St-Germain in Europe, but the French side have a number of injury concerns that will make life difficult for them against the Premier League leaders. Chelsea have had a free weekend to prepare for the contest and possess enough experience to return with a draw.

RECOMMENDATION: Draw
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REFEREE: Cuneyt Cakir STADIUM:

 

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Champions League Tu 17Feb 19:45

Shakhtar

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B Munich

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT SHAKHTAR	RECENT FORM
HDAWHLAWHWAD​ Most recent​	Unknown	HWAWALHDAWHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Bayern have reached at least the Champions League semi-finals in the last three years

EXPERT VERDICT: This match looks a mismatch on paper and that should be played out on the pitch in Lviv which will host the first leg because of the political unrest in Donetsk. Shakhtar have done well in the circumstances to reach the last 16 but they have not played competitively this year and should be outclassed by Bayern Munich.

RECOMMENDATION: Bayern-Bayern double result
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REFEREE: Alberto Undiano Mallenco STADIUM:

 

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Champions League We 18Feb 19:45

Basel

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Porto

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT BASEL	RECENT FORM
HLAWAWADAWHD​ Most recent​	Unknown	HWAWALHWAWHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Basel have won seven of their last 11 home European matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Real Madrid are the only side to have won at Basel in their last 11 European home matches so they are likely to provide Porto with a stern test. Home advantage is worth plenty to the Swiss leaders and, while Porto possess the greater talent, this looks a relatively close tie that could be level after 90 minutes.

RECOMMENDATION: Draw
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Champions League We 18Feb 19:45

Schalke

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Real Madrid

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT SCHALKE	RECENT FORM
AWHDHWADHWAL​ Most recent​	1 - 6	AWAWHWHWALHW​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Real Madrid have conceded three goals in their last nine European matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Real Madrid scored nine goals over the two legs against Schalke in last season’s Champions League knockout stage and this should be another stroll for the holders. Schalke are a more defensive side than the side of 12 months ago, although they are unlikely to contain Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema.

RECOMMENDATION: Real Madrid to win 3-0
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Europa League Th 19Feb 18:00

Young Boys

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Everton

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RECENT FORM	LAST HEAD-TO-HEADSAT YOUNG BOYS	RECENT FORM
HWAWAWHWADHW​ Most recent​	Unknown	HDAD*HDAWHDAL​ Most recent​

KEY STAT: Everton have scored once in their last four matches

EXPERT VERDICT: Everton have had a rough time in the Premier League this season and this is a tough Europa League test. Young Boys are excellent at home in Europe - they have won each of their last seven and that includes a success over Napoli - while the Swiss side should be confident following a 4-2 triumph over Grasshoppers on Saturday.

RECOMMENDATION: Young Boys
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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Northfield Park

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 14 - Post: 10:20 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 85 - Purse:$7000 - NON WINNERS $500 PER START IN 2014-15 OR 2015. AE: N/W $4500 IN LAST 5 STARTS. NO. 9 STARTS FROM 2ND TIER NORTHFIELD TRAINER CHANGE HN 2 L.MANSFIELD TO J.PERRIN


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 6 JUST CROWNED 5/2


# 5 BUSTA MOVE 9/2


# 1 MORELAND FLASH 9/5


The consensus in this contest is that JUST CROWNED is the one to beat. Has the look of a profitable play, averaging a rather good 88 speed fig. This gelding has been competing versus some of the most competitive horses in this grouping within the recent past. Have to make Merriman the wager here if only for the last thirty days win percent. Big chance for the win. BUSTA MOVE - Can't overlook based on TrackMaster Speed Ratings which have been great (86 avg) recently. Driver-trainer are a potent duo when teaming up on a common entrant. 14 percent return on investment recently. MORELAND FLASH - With one of the top drivers in terms of crossing the wire first, don't count this gelding out of the contest. That 84 TrackMaster Speed Rating clocked in the most recent gathering puts this race horse in the mix in this contest.

 

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Handicapped by Chatsworth Consortium at Yonkers Raceway

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 10 - Post: 10:10 - 1 mile. PACE - Class Rating: 92 - Purse:$16000 - NON-WINNERS OF $12,000 IN LAST 6 STARTS WINNERS OVER $120,000 IN 2014/15 NOT ELIGIBLE.


CONSORTIUM CHOICES


Chatsworth Consortium

# 5 ROLLWITHITHARRY 5/2


# 4 LAWGIVER HANOVER 9/2


# 3 MAINLAND KEY N 7/1


ROLLWITHITHARRY looks competitive to best this group of animals. Recent markings for the driver - 25 percent win - make this horse a clear choice in the bunch. LAWGIVER HANOVER - Surely the class of the group with an average rating of 93. A nice choice. When the trainer Vallee puts Brennan up for the drive respectable things happen. Take a look at the 24 win percent. MAINLAND KEY N - Good for a win bet just off the top notch prior class ratings. Have to like this horse. Huge driver-trainer statistics make this standardbred a very compelling choice. Most definitely will be putting cash down in this contest.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Hialeah

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 5 - SA - 250y on the Dirt. Purse: $10400 Class Rating: 79

QUARTER HORSE 250Y, FOR ACCREDITED FLORIDA BREDS)FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE STARTED FOR A CLAIMING PRICE OF $5,000 OR LESS IN 2014 - 2015. THREE YEAR OLDS, 124 LBS.; OLDER, 126 LBS.



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 1 MISS NOBO PERRY 6/1


# 4 INDY POWER 5/2


# 7 UNWRITTEN REBEL 5/1


I've got to go with MISS NOBO PERRY. A solid 80 avg Equibase class figure may give this mare a distinct class edge against this group of horses in this race. Has run solidly when racing a short race. Reason to like this mare as she has in the saddle one of the best jocks using winning percentages over the last 30 days. INDY POWER - This gelding has been consistently racing well in his latest outings. Boasts solid Equibase Speed Figures on average overall when matched with the rest of this group. UNWRITTEN REBEL - Win percentage under similar conditions may be the key for this mare. Could provide positive dividends based on respectable recent speed figures with an average of 69.

 

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Mahoning Valley Race Course

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Odds shown are morning line odds.


Race 8 - Claiming - 5.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $8500 Class Rating: 78

FOR FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 126 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE JANUARY 16 ALLOWED 2 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $4,000



RECOMMENDED CHOICES

The Walker Group Picks

# 5 HELLO HANNAH 5/2


# 1 STILL SHEA TO ME 9/5


# 3 WHAT OUTA WHO 6/1


HELLO HANNAH has a solid shot to take this race. Will probably go to the lead and could never look back. Must be given a chance based on the quite good speed figure earned in the last contest. Reliable average speed figures in dirt sprint races make this horse a solid choice. STILL SHEA TO ME - Looks competitive for the conditions of this affair today, showing solid figures in dirt sprint races lately. Giglio has her trained well to break promptly out of the gate. WHAT OUTA WHO - She ought to be carefully examined given the competitive speed figs. The average class figure alone makes this horse a contender.

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

Bar

Aqueduct - Race #1 - Post: 12:45pm - Maiden Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $41,000 Class Rating: 69

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#5 NOT ABOUT THE NAIL (ML=2/1)


NOT ABOUT THE NAIL - Looking at today's class figure, this pony is meeting an easier field than last race out at Aqueduct. That 62 fig this filly recorded in her last race tells me she's a main player today. Expect better today as this filly gets Lasix for the 2nd time.

Vulnerable Contenders: #4 MRS. SUNDAY (ML=5/2), #6 HARLANS SIX (ML=4/1), #2 KOOL CHARLI (ML=6/1),

MRS. SUNDAY - Can't bet on this questionable contender in today's sprint of 6 furlongs. Hasn't even finished in the money in a short distance race of late. HARLANS SIX - This vulnerable equine hasn't been close at the finish line recently. Difficult to bet on any racer in a short distance event if she hasn't hit the board in a sprint in the last two months. This steed ran a somewhat easily forgotten speed fig last time around the track. She shouldn't show signs of improvement and will probably suffer defeat in today's event running that number. KOOL CHARLI - The finish position of third in the last race shows me that this animal may be tailing off. Not easy to play any horse in a sprint event at 6/1 when she hasn't shown any on the board results in sprints in the last 60 days. Not likely that this less than sharp equine can win this sprint after displaying no speed in that last route race.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Bet on #5 NOT ABOUT THE NAIL to win if we can get at least 1/1 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
Pass

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Skip

 

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Sam Houston - Race #10 - Post: 5:00pm - Claiming - 5.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $6,500 Class Rating: 58

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#3 SHINE ON CAROLINE (ML=9/2)
#9 BOBBIE DAN (ML=12/1)


SHINE ON CAROLINE - The addition of the 'shades' should keep her mind on business today. BOBBIE DAN - This mare should give a good account of herself in today's clash.

Vulnerable Contenders: #8 LIVVYINTHEFASTLANE (ML=2/1), #5 PERFECT RATE (ML=7/2), #2 STAR OF BEAUTY (ML=6/1),

LIVVYINTHEFASTLANE - You think this horse is going to be first just because she's always close. Just doesn't get the job done frequently. The morning-line favorite is shaky here with the lack of works. Finished first in her most recent performance with a pedestrian speed fig. When I look at today's class figure, it would take an improved performance to score after that in this bunch. PERFECT RATE - Tough to take this steed at this price after the result (seventh) in the last affair. STAR OF BEAUTY - This low class level horse is going to have to give a gutty effort today after those last two stretch drives.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Have to go with #3 SHINE ON CAROLINE on the win end if we get at least 7/5 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [3,9]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None

 

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Woodbine Harness: Monday 2/16 Analysis
By Garnet Barnsdale

DRF HARNESS

Race 4 - $50,000 Guaranteed Pick Four Pool

EARLY $1 PICK 4:

3 / 1,6 / 1,7,10 / 2,6,8,10 = $24

MEET STATS: 64 - 166 / $364.40 BEST BETS: 9 - 16 / $38.10

SPOT PLAYS: 5 - 15 / $54.20

Best Bet: TOUCH THE SKY (4th)

Spot Play: BROADIES SONG (2nd)


Race 1

(3) MISTER ICON fired out and put up some big fractions early, yielded, then came on again for third in the lane. He should get a much easier trip up front here and will be tough to chase down. (6) PL GYRO tipped his hand with a much improved effort in his penultimate start then converted with a nice win last week. He is the one the choice will need to fend off late. (8) LITTLE QUICK moves to a high % barn off the claim but has his work cut out starting from an outer post which pretty much guarantees he will be near the back at the outset.

Race 2

(8) BROADIES SONG shot the works at the start last time but couldn't keep pace with a razor-sharp Sparky Mark late. He is fit and ready to win now and just needs a decent trip. (4) GOLDSTAR BADLANDS moved to the front early in the mile as expected last Monday then just failed to last. He could do here with a less stressful trip early. (1) JAC SPADE had trouble getting motivated until very late in the mile which allowed a revved-up rival to roll by. He fits here but is a tough one to drive.

Race 3

(10) TYMAL COLLOSSUS has hit his best form for Moreau and can lead or stalk and get the job done. He will be tough to beat again here. (9) BIG PACKAGE drops back to the class he was winning at before the claim. The 10-hole may not be much of a hindrance to him if he is motivated early by Waples. (1) LAKEFIELD is good for a share but hasn't shown enough late speed to be considered for the win.

Race 4

(3) TOUCH THE SKY ships in from Chicago and seems to have this field over a barrel on form and only meets the NW money eligibility due to the small purses at Balmoral. This one is the BEST BET of the night. (2) GIOVANNI raced big from the 10-hole last week against a heavily-bet winner and might be the only danger to the choice. (6) THINK AGAIN also closed well in the same dash and looks good for a slice.

Race 5

We have had our eye on (6) CASH FOR GOLD all winter and it seems apparent that this final of the General Brock Series was his ultimate goal all along. He showed what he could do last week if given the green light early in the mile by his driver. We expect a lifetime-best performance tonight. (1) BOURBON BAY is likely to be heavily-favored off two impressive wins in the preliminary legs. He is obviously the one to beat. (3) BAGS FOR ALL hasn't missed the exacta since shipping north, but the top two are mighty tough customers for him. He should get a share, but is unlikely for the win.

Race 6

(10) COWBOY CODY made two moves into some big fractions and still held well for 2nd. He deserves top call here off the claim, even from post 10. (7) UNIQUE BARAN drops back to the class he was winning in when claimed. Expect dramatic improvement from this one who is properly spotted here. (1) LOST IN PANSLATION met more early opposition than anticipated last week and it took its toll late. He merits respect from the rail off the claim.

Race 7

(8) IDEAL SHADOW left for a good spot and was coming fast late. He is one of the sharpest in here but needs a good steer from an ice-cold driver which is difficult to predict. (10) BAD FOX, who went a monster first-up trip first off the claim, was in to go last Thursday when the races were cancelled due to extreme cold. He will be a factor here even from the 10-hole. (6) VELOCITY DRIVEN made a big move (26 3/5) in the 3rd 1/4 last week which took its toll in the stretch. He can be a lot closer if rated better.

Race 8

(5) SAMIRA HANOVER isn't the most reliable mare on the grounds but she has faced much better most of the winter and has a big chance here if she stays flat. (4) ALEXANDRA LUKAS couldn't keep pace with a sharp winner last time out but looks like one of the better ones in here. McNair will have this one on the move early. (2) BROADWAY PRINCE was only a length back of the one above after going a longer journey. He should get a better trip here and should be a lot closer at the wire.

Race 9

(6) FUTURE MILLION has had two long trips at Flamboro since being claimed three back. These don't look much tougher and he could get a much better trip here at a good price; upset special. (9) ARI ALLSTAR left, yielded then moved first up and was right there until late. He can get a good piece of this. (2) SAVANNAH SPLENDOR continues to close belatedly after the winner has been decided. Expect more of the same here.

Race 10

(9) AMERICAN ROCK had the field at his mercy last week and the only question was when McNair was going to pull the trigger. The step up isn't that tough for this nice-looking Rocknroll Hanover colt. Call to repeat. (1) HARBOR PLACE was second best to a well-meant winner but may suffer the same fate here. (7) D GS JUSTLIKETHAT closed well to get third in the same dash and is good for a piece of this, too. (6) BAD AS CREEK had a tough first-over go but should get a better trip here and possibly a better placing than this. (8) CASIMIR OVERDRIVE stayed in but had good late pace and can make the Hi-5 ticket here.

 

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Yonkers: Monday 2/16 Analysis
By Brewster Smith

DRF HARNESS

Race 7 - $10,000 Guaranteed Pick Five Pool

MEET STATS: 23 - 120 / $244.10 BEST BETS: 2 - 10 / $10.00

Best Bet: MY TEMUDJIN N (8th)

Spot Play: IT’S A GOOD THING (12th)


Race 1

(5) IRONBARBASSY Meadowlands shipper should appreciate the return to the half-mile oval and these should be to his liking; threat at his best. (2) MAKES ME STUPID got the job done last out at Dover wire to wire. (1) QUALITY CLOSER should fare well from the fence.

Race 2

(1) ABC CROWN ME QUEEN Easy victory in her latest. Trotting miss moves up in class however draws the rail slot so two in a row is not out of the question. (3) BAMBINO HALL Quite sharp for win honors last out. (4) JERSEY BOY charged down the lane recently for all the glory.

Race 3

(2) TRIP HANOVER gets a better slot to work with and this gelding has every right to move forward. (4) MACHIN MONEY put in a mild rally last time around. (3) HACIENDA gets post relief.

Race 4

(2) OK GALAHAD Gelding was second best in his last trip. Seems to be ready to get the job done with a clean trip. (1) EXOTIC MATTJESTY can get back into the swing of things from the fence. (3) GLORY BEACH Qualifier here was sharp; watch out.

Race 5

(2) REGIL MEG Since leaving Canada, this pacing mare's last two tries here were very good and she should bring her 'A' game to the table tonight. (6) BABY REMIND ME just held on for the victory in her most recent outing. (3) SAFE FROM TERROR got the job done at the Big M last time out.

Race 6

(5) SHERKIN HANOVER won by open lengths last out at this level and she clearly will be the one to deny. (1) REQUEST FOR PAROLE retains the rail slot and will take them as far as she goes. (2) ANEGADA draws better and should be closing in deep stretch.

Race 7

(8) GARNET RIVER A Old pro did show signs of life last time around and with a perfect trip, he could take top honors at his best. (1) LEGENDS LUCK moves up in class off a nice score in his latest. (3) MOLIERE HANOVER has tactical speed and is not out of this by far.

Race 8

(1) MY TEMUDJIN N has the golden rail tonight and this gelding can put in a top effort at his best. (3) BETTORSLUCKYSTREAK should do much better from the 3-hole. (7) IDEAL FASHION rallied strongly last out at the Big M for the win.

Race 9

(4) COBALT MAN Ohio invader makes his return trip to Yonkers and good to see Mr. Brennan at the helm; big threat against these. (6) I FOUND MY BEACH was sent down the road last out for all the glory. (2) DRUMFIRE A could land a share of the purse.

Race 10

(2) DONAU put in two solid efforts in a row. Gelding could roll over these with the right kind of trip. (1) CAVIART KEY returns to the rail where he got the job done four trips ago. (4) LAWGIVER HANOVER could have a say.

Race 11

(4) CAN HE GO has fine speed and Brennan is keeping the faith with this gelding; ready to roll. (2) TWIN B FAMOUS raced evenly in his latest. (5) KIWI IDEAL N rallied well to grab the place spot last time around.

Race 12

(4) ITS A GOOD THING leaves the seven slot for a better post and has tactical speed. 9-year-old could be ready to rate and score over this group. (2) STATESMAN N has hit the board in his last four tries. (1) MC DYNAMITE fits well in here and should be a factor from the fence.

 

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SPOT PLAYS

For Monday


TRACK (RACE) HORSE, MORNING LINE


Fair Grounds (2nd) Queen Boss, 5-1
(4th) Etta J, 7-2


Golden Gate Fields (7th) Marino's Wild Cat, 7-2
(8th) Clever Expansion, 9-2

Gulfstream Park (1st) Megalith, 4-1
(10th) Knoll, 4-1


Laurel Park (3rd) Under the Bridge, 3-1
(5th) I'm Mr. Blue, 3-1


Mahoning Valley (2nd) Rena Starlight, 6-1
(5th) Pedroia, 9-2


Oaklawn Park (5th) Dixie Lover, 7-2
(6th) Zealous Madame, 8-1


Parx Racing (3rd) Tiara Gold, 4-1
(4th) Snake Plisskin, 7-2


Sam Houston (4th) King Council, 3-1
(10th) Star of Beauty, 6-1


Santa Anita (6th) Hidden Zensation, 7-2
(8th) Kiss at Midnight, 6-1

Sunland Park (4th) Ordinary Magic, 7-2
(9th) Mr. McCoy, 8-1


Turf Paradise (4th) Good Stats, 4-1
(7th) Red Pirate, 5-1

 

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NHL Grand Salami - February

The Grand Salami in pro hockey is decided by adding up all the goals scored in every game scheduled for that particular day. You can wager on 'over' or 'under' the Grand Salami total. The total is set by adding up all listed 'over/under' odds for each game on that particular day.

Note: The Grand Salami will have no action if any game is suspended or cancelled before the regulation time of three twenty minute periods. Also, regardless of the number of goals scored during the shoot out portion of the overtime, the final scored recorded for the game will give the winning team on more goal than its opponent based on the score at the end of regulation time.

*The majority of sportsbooks do not put out a total on the Grand Salami when there is only one game on the card. For tracking purposes, we will continue to show the 'over/under' for goals and combined goals scored on days with just one game.

NHL GRAND SALAMI

Date No. of Games Total Goals Combined Goals Scored Result
2/1 4 22.5 22 UNDER
2/2 3 15.5 25 OVER
2/3 11 60 55 UNDER
2/4 3 16.5 11 UNDER
2/5 9 49.5 43 UNDER
2/6 5 27 25 UNDER
2/7 11 58 57 UNDER
2/8 8 43 45 OVER
2/9 5 25.5 28 OVER
2/10 9 50.5 47 UNDER
2/11 3 16.5 23 OVER
2/12 9 49.5 57 OVER
2/13 5 26.5 26 UNDER
2/14 10 53 63 OVER
2/15 5 27.5 24 UNDER
2/16 8 - - -
2/17 7 - - -
2/18 6 - - -
2/19 7 - - -
2/20 7 - - -
2/21 11 - - -
2/22 8 - - -
2/23 2 - - -
2/24 11 - - -
2/25 3 - - -
2/26 9 - - -
2/27 6 - - -
2/28 10 - - -

 

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Habs continue to be a strong under play
Andrew Caley

The Montreal Canadiens went under another total Saturday night, topping the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 in a shootout.

The Habs have been a great under play of late going 3-10-2 over/under in their last 15 games, giving up just 2.00 goals against a game during that run. The run has put the Canadiens at 16-29-10 O/U this season, making them second best under team in the league.

Montreal next visits Detroit on Monday, where the Red Wings are 6-4 O/U in their last 10 games.

 

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'Puck-Pick'

Los Angeles Kings suddenly looking like the defending Stanley Cup champions have won four in a row. Kings offense clicking on all cylinders have scored 4.0 goals/game over the streak. Kings rolling right now with an exceptionally good 18-6-3-3 home-ice record are the choice over Lightning who despite the win last night are 2-5 the past seven away from the comfort of ice surface at Amalie Arena in Tampa allowing a whopping 3.6 goals/game. The clincher, netminder, Jonathan Quick hasn't had issues with Bolts winning five straight including a 4-2 victory earlier this season in Tampa. Final betting nugget favoring Kings, the Bolts haven't responded playing the second of back-2-back road games posting a 2-5 record the past seven situations.

 

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PGA Jim Furyk Chokes Again
By Dan Daly

I want to thank Jim Furyk. Two weeks ago when I said, "Jim Furyk will blow at least one golf tournament this year. Actually…make that two. With zero wins." I didn't realize he would make it so easy on me. I mean the man didn't waste any time at all. His first start of the season led to his first 54-hole lead of the season which of course led to his first blown 54-hole lead of the season. It's amazing the man can finish an entire meal without needing the Heimlich maneuver.

People like to play the hypothetical game, "What would you do if you won the lottery?" My answer is very simple. I would hold on to the money until Furyk led a PGA Tour event through 54 holes, take the redeye to Vegas and bet every penny on him to lose said tournament. I would be the first person to ever double my lottery winnings in less than 24 hours.

Furyk managed to not close the deal at Pebble Beach for the NINTH consecutive time he's had at least a share of the 54-hole lead since 2010. I'm getting to the point now where I'm actually more impressed than anything else. I think Ron Burgundy summed it up best.

People say Tiger Woods has made the PGA Tour players more money than anyone else with the TV money that came with him…I respectfully disagree. I think at this point its Jim Furyk in a landslide with the amount of money he donates to players every Sunday.

If Jim Furyk was a lottery ticket he would only get the first five numbers right every time. Sure it's still a nice payday but he will never cash the check that matters.

If Jim Furyk was a football team he would be the Buffalo Bills of the 1990's. In fact I'm pretty sure if you ask him who the most clutch QB of all-time is, he would say Jim Kelly.

Ok, one more…

If Jim Furyk was a movie, he would be Titanic. Grossing a ton of money but everyone knows the ship crashes and sinks before they even start watching.

I will leave you with this one final thought regarding Furyk. Of the top FIFTY players to make the cut he was only one of two players to shoot over par on Sunday.

The Senior Tour and their 54-hole tournaments can't get here fast enough for Furyk…unfortunately for him though their majors are four rounds as well.

Congrats to Sneds though, one bogey in 72 holes is pretty frickin impressive. Glad to see he qualified for the Masters, big fan of his. Hopefully this is what he needed to get back to where he was prior to his rib injury.

Same for DJ, he may not have won but after "some time off" glad to see him playing so well so soon. Everything is just a tune up for his PGA Championship win coming this August to a TV near you.

But the biggest story of the week for me and many others was the heart break felt over the weekend by one John Patrick Daly. I guess it was appropriate that it came over Valentine's weekend though. I already hated Valentine's Day. I think it is a stupid corporate driven day that Hallmark created to sell some candy and a few more cards. After this weekend I really hate it now. The only way I can properly explain my feelings is of course in a Valentine's Day poem to JD.

It was just another Thursday that started off rather slow,
I had no idea you were going to go so low.
I logged on to the leaderboard and much to my surprise,
I saw the name John Daly beginning to rise.
A birdie here, a birdie there,
I knew you were hung-over but I didn't care.
With every shot, you made my heart skip a beat,
As you continued to knock it within 5 feet.
With an opening round of seven under you were off to a great start,
You were number two on the leaderboard but number one in my heart.
It was off to Hooter's to celebrate your opening round 65,
It was the first time in years I finally felt alive.
I know it was early but I thought it was meant to be,
I could already imagine the party with strippers and boos in the RV.
I couldn't wait to get up Friday and see what else you had in store,
Was it a one day tease or was there going to be an encore?
I screamed like a little girl when you took the lead,
But when you made a bogey on your eighth hole my heart began to bleed.
Another followed on ten, and then the twelfth hole as well,
Watching your name fall down the leaderboard was my own personal hell.
After a second round 72 I knew the dream of winning was done,
But even for that early brief moment on Friday the dream sure was fun.
When Valentine's Day rolled around the cut was still in sight,
But with a third round 73 you faded into the night.
At that moment, this tournament was dead to me,
But my man crush on you will always be.
Thanks for giving me even a glimmer of hope this Valentine's Day,
Your gift to me will always be watching you play.

Mark your calendars now folks…April 28, 2016. That is when JD is officially eligible for the Senior Tour and my man is going to dominate.

Finally, the Weekly Waggle is going to be taking periodic breaks the remainder of the year due to other obligations. I will be here for all the majors, both before and after, as well as the other bigger tournaments and of course any breaking stories that involve alleged drugs, hookers or fire hydrants.