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Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

21st May 2018 by Gracenote
all the questions that were raised by the golden state warriors' lackluster performance in game 2, particularly surrounding star guard stephen curry, were answered in emphatic fashion in a dominating performance in game 3. similar questions are now surrounding the top-seeded houston rockets, who will try to bounce back from an embarrassing performance and even the western conference finals at two wins apiece when they visit the warriors for game 4 on tuesday.

curry averaged 17 points and was a combined 2-of-13 from 3-point range as the warriors split the first two games in houston but found his shot during a third-quarter outburst on sunday and finished with a game-high 35 points on 13-of-23 shooting as second-seeded golden state breezed to a 126-85 victory. "a lot of it was just talking to myself, almost like you've got to be your biggest fan sometimes," curry told reporters. "no matter what questions i was being asked over the first two games or what the expectations was, i had the highest expectations for myself. and you've just got to find whatever you want to get going. i mean, obviously, it felt good, and you want to use that energy to show your teammates that you're here, you're with them, get the crowd into it." the rockets, who scored 127 points on 51.1 percent shooting while winning game 2, suffered the worst playoff loss in franchise history in game 3. "it's just one thing led to another," houston coach mike d'antoni told reporters. "played soft, actually. i mean, you can't do that with these guys. these guys are good."
tv: 9 p.m. et, tnt
about the rockets: houston shot 39.5 percent from the floor, including 11-of-34 from beyond the arc, and committed 20 turnovers leading to 28 points on sunday. "we weren't as aggressive as we needed to be," rockets star james harden, who agreed with his coach's assessment of the team, told reporters. "we started off the game pretty solid, and then we let them gain some confidence to end the first quarter. but just defensively, they didn't feel us, and it showed tonight." harden scored a team-high 20 points in the loss but attempted just 16 field goals after averaging 24 attempts in the first two games and attempted a series-low five free throws, converting four.
about the warriors: curry went 3-of-11 from the floor in the first half on sunday but was 7-of-7 in the third quarter, sparking a run that put the game out of reach. "you know, i've seen those explosions happen here and everywhere," warriors forward draymond green told reporters of curry's third-quarter outburst. "it's not just here. nonetheless, definitely get a lot of support from the fans. his 3 is similar to some people's dunk. you go to certain arenas and a guy gets a dunk and it's just absurd. that's how his 3-ball is." green finished with 10 points, 17 rebounds and six assists while serving as the key to the team's much-improved defensive effort.
buzzer beaters
1. warriors f kevin durant is averaging 33.3 points on 52.9 percent shooting in the series.

2. rockets sg eric gordon slumped to 11 points on 4-of-13 shooting in game 3 after recording 27 points on 8-of-15 in game 2.

3. houston pg chris paul is 5-of-20 from 3-point range in the series.

prediction: warriors 116, rockets 110

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Finger Lakes
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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 1 - Claiming - 8.2f on the Dirt. Purse: $9000 Class Rating: 67

FOR FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NOT WON TWO RACES IN 2017-2018. THREE YEAR OLDS, 119 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000


RECOMMENDED CHOICES
The Walker Group Picks

# 3 CHICA ZOOM 7/2

# 5 MISTRETTA 8/5

# 2 TWOFREEKNIGHTS 9/2

CHICA ZOOM is my choice. Ran a strong last race. Has run admirably when running a dirt route race. This bunch is much less demanding than the last one she faced. MISTRETTA - Overall the Equibase Speed Figures of this horse look very good in this contest. Ran a sharp last race. TWOFREEKNIGHTS - Players should take a good look at this one as this filly has one of the best win percentages at this distance in this group. Win percentage with this jockey and conditioner combo - 17 percent - strong.

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Louisiana Downs
Louisiana Downs - Race 7

Exacta / .50 Trifecta / .10 Superfecta / .50 Super High Five


Optional Claiming $17,500 • 7 1/2 Furlongs • Turf • Ages 3 and up • CR: 99 • Purse: $19,500 • Post: 6:05P
(RAIL AT 20 FEET). FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES OTHER THAN MAIDEN, CLAIMING, STARTER, OR STATE BRED ALLOWANCE OR WHICH HAVE NEVER WON THREE RACES OR CLAIMING PRICE $17,500. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE APRIL 22 ALLOWED 3 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $17,500 (RACES WHERE ENTERED FOR $15,000 OR LESS NOT CONSIDERED IN ALLOWANCES). (IF DEEMED INADVISABLE BY MANAGEMENT TO RUN THIS RACE OVER THE TURF COURSE, IT WILL BE RUN ON THE MAIN TRACK AT ONE MILE AND SEVENTYYARDS)
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Race Analysis
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Race Type: Fast-paced Race. There are many horses that could vie for the early lead. Check on scratches of any of the Front-runners. * KEY ANGLES * WHISKEY BRAVO: Horse has a TrackMaster "+" designation or an "L" designation. Horse has the highe st TrackMaster Power Rating. Today is a sprint and the horse is carrying at least 120 lbs. PILOT HOUSE: Horse's win percentage at today's distance(sprint or route)/surface (dirt or turf) is at least 50. Today is a sprint and this is the horse's th ird or fourth start after a layoff. Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating.
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WHISKEY BRAVO
9/5

5/2
7
PILOT HOUSE
3/1

3/1




P#

Horse (In Running Style Order)

Post

Morn
Line

Running Style

Good
Class

Good
Speed

Early Figure

Finish Figure

Platinum
Figure
7
PILOT HOUSE
7

3/1
Front-runner
97

93

125.9

93.7

87.7
5
DEVILISHLY CLEVER
5

10/1
Front-runner
84

85

123.2

80.6

63.6
8
ITS ABOUT THE CAT
8

8/1
Front-runner
94

83

87.9

84.6

74.1
3
TIZ A MELODY
3

8/1
Front-runner
82

80

87.0

76.9

63.4
4
WHISKEY BRAVO
4

9/5
Alternator/Stalker
108

99

88.8

96.8

94.3
9
MR. BANDINI'S BAND
9

15/1
Alternator/Stalker
89

85

39.2

83.2

69.7
6
CAMERON RULES
6

6/1
Trailer
95

88

0.0

0.0

0.0
2
BACK STAGE BOY
2

20/1
Alternator/Non-contender
81

81

71.4

72.6

56.1
1
GOTTHERIGHTONEBABY
1

8/1
Alternator/Non-contender
93

94

0.0

0.0

0.0
10
POTOMAC RIVER
10

2/1
Alternator/Non-contender
98

89

0.0

0.0

0.0
11
CHONGO
11

12/1
Alternator/Non-contender
101

100

0.0

0.0

0.0

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Mountaineer Park
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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 5 - Claiming - 6.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $6300 Class Rating: 76

FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON THREE RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 119 LBS.; OLDER, 123 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE APRIL 22 ALLOWED 3 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $4,000


RECOMMENDED CHOICES
The Walker Group Picks

# 7 CRUSHING POWDER 7/5

# 1 GO FOR FOUR DUDE 8/1

# 6 READY RIGHT NOW 5/1

CRUSHING POWDER is my choice. Has been running admirably lately and will almost certainly be on or close to the front end early on. Should be given consideration in this race if only for the very good Equibase speed fig garnered in the last contest. Earning some nice profits in dirt sprint races. GO FOR FOUR DUDE - Has formidable speed figures and has to be considered for a bet in this race. READY RIGHT NOW - He has been running strongly and the speed figs are among the most competitive in this group. Has earned solid Equibase Speed Figures in dirt sprint races in the past.

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Presque Isle Downs - Race #4 - Post: 6:40pm - Claiming - 8.3 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $10,000 Class Rating: 82

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#8 QUALIFYING (ML=9/2)


QUALIFYING - Morales and Girten perform well when they are put together. It's hard to beat a +131 return on investment for a jock and trainer. This mare is very familiar with the winner's circle at Presque Isle Downs. I expect a repeat appearance right here.

Vulnerable Contenders: #5 ORZO (ML=3/1), #2 BARBIE LOCA (ML=4/1), #9 WORKERBEE (ML=5/1),

ORZO - The result of third in the last race shows me that this animal may be getting out of condition. BARBIE LOCA - Finished seventh in her most recent race with a run-of-the-mill speed fig. When I look at today's Equibase class figure, it would take an improved performance to score after that in this field. WORKERBEE - Didn't finish in the money on Nov 23rd at Fair Grounds. Followed it up with another lackluster try.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#8 QUALIFYING is the play if we get odds of 1/1 or better

EXACTA WAGERS:
8 with [2,6]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Skip

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Parx Racing
Parx Racing - Race 1

Daily Double / Pick 3 (Races 1-2-3) Exacta / 50 cent Trifecta / 10 cent Superfecta


Claiming $5,000 • 6 Furlongs • Dirt • Ages 4 and up • CR: 79 • Purse: $20,000 • Post: 12:55
(PLUS UP TO 40% PABF) FOR FILLIES AND MARES FOUR YEARS OLD AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NOT WON TWO RACES SINCE NOVEMBER 22. WEIGHT, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE APRIL 22 ALLOWED 3 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000 (RACES WHERE ENTERED FOR $4,000 OR LESS NOT CONSIDERED IN ELIGIBILITY).
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Race Type: Lone Trailer. HOT SPICE GIRL is the Lone Trailer of the race. * KEY ANGLES * EXCHANGING SECRETS: Horse has the highest TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse has the highest average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface. HY RAPID LAD Y: Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. HOT SPICE GIRL: Today is a sprint and this is the horse's third or fourth start after a layoff. Horse's average winning distance is wit hin half a furlong of today's distance (within 50 yards if a Quarter Horse race).
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EXCHANGING SECRETS
3/5

3/1
3
HY RAPID LADY
3/1

6/1
6
HOT SPICE GIRL
5/1

8/1




P#

Horse (In Running Style Order)

Post

Morn
Line

Running Style

Good
Class

Good
Speed

Early Figure

Finish Figure

Platinum
Figure
2
WILMA LYNN
2

10/1
Front-runner
73

71

84.6

45.2

35.7
3
HY RAPID LADY
3

3/1
Front-runner
78

68

70.4

65.4

59.9
1
EXCHANGING SECRETS
1

3/5
Alternator/Front-runner
83

81

70.8

69.6

67.6
6
HOT SPICE GIRL
6

5/1
Alternator/Trailer
78

67

46.6

59.0

51.5
5
MARNESIA BIG GIRL
5

15/1
Alternator/Non-contender
79

77

59.6

55.8

48.8
4
BACKYARD BOOGIE
4

20/1
Alternator/Non-contender
76

57

45.2

45.4

35.4

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Thistledown - Race #1 - Post: 1:40pm - Claiming - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $10,700 Class Rating: 70

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#5 LEI IT ON ME (ML=5/2)


LEI IT ON ME - This mare is a gem of consistency, almost always on the board. I look for this steed to sit chilly and make a solid move on the turn, cruising straight on to the winner's circle. Shipped in on May 8th to finish first here. Take right back again. This mare recorded a strong speed figure of 70 in her last race. That speed fig should be lofty enough to score this time.

Vulnerable Contenders: #4 HOTSPUR HARRIET (ML=3/1), #3 LAINEY LUCK (ML=7/2), #2 EPIC STORY (ML=9/2),

HOTSPUR HARRIET - When looking at today's class rating, she will have to register a much better fig than last out to vie in this dirt sprint. LAINEY LUCK - In any event of 6 furlongs, I like to play a contender that has been sharp in sprint events of late. Extended vacation, then came back and finished fourth. Tough to expect much better in today's event. EPIC STORY - Finished first in her most recent performance with a run-of-the-mill speed figure. When I look at today's Equibase class figure, it would take an improved performance to win after that in this group.

Top HatGUEST COMMENTARY: Winston - LEI IT ON ME - I start with the top class horse in the field then work my way down. This one's got the top earnings per start. No need to look further.





STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Putting our cash on #5 LEI IT ON ME to win. Have to have odds of at least 1/1 or better though

EXACTA WAGERS:
5 with 6

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
Skip

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
Skip

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Cleveland Indians vs. Chicago Cubs Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

21st May 2018 by Gracenote
After a successful weekend in Cincinnati, the Chicago Cubs will take on the team from the other end of Ohio when they host the Cleveland Indians for a two-game series starting Tuesday. The Cubs and Indians split a two-game series in Cleveland last month in the teams' first meetings since the 2016 World Series.

The Cubs are 1 1/2 games behind Milwaukee in the tightly-packed National League Central in spite of an inconsistent offense and underperforming pitching rotation. Chicago took three of four at Cincinnati over the weekend, outscoring the Reds 28-7. The Indians sit atop the American League Central despite a losing record (22-23). Cleveland has started 2-4 on its current eight-game road trip, dropping two of three at Detroit and Houston, and has won just one of its last six series.
TV: 7:05 p.m. ET, ESPN, SportsTime Ohio (Cleveland), WGN (Chicago)

PITCHING MATCHUP: Indians RH Trevor Bauer (3-3, 2.59 ERA) vs. Cubs RH Tyler Chatwood (3-3, 3.14)

Bauer is coming off a dominant outing at Detroit on Wednesday in which he struck out 10 and allowed four hits over eight scoreless innings. The 27-year-old has put together quality starts in seven of his nine outings this season and has allowed more than two earned runs only twice. Bauer is 2-0 with a 0.66 ERA in two regular-season starts against the Cubs.
Chatwood has won his last three decisions, including a win at Cleveland on April 24 in which he allowed one run over six-plus innings. The 28-year-old didn't factor in the decision last time out despite allowing one run and four hits over 5 1/3 frames at Atlanta. Chatwood is 1-1 with a 2.70 ERA in four games (three starts) against the Cubs.
WALK-OFFS

1. Indians OF Michael Brantley is 15-for-43 with four homers and 12 RBIs during a 10-game hitting streak, and OF Tyler Naquin is 10-for-24 during an eight-game streak.

2. The Cubs have hit 26 home runs in 18 games this month, including nine contests with two or more blasts.

3. Cubs INF/OF Ian Happ drew nine walks in the four-game series at Cincinnati after being walked nine times in his first 35 games of the season.

PREDICTION: Indians 3, Cubs 1

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Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

21st May 2018 by Gracenote
home has been very good for the philadelphia phillies, who have won 17 of their 23 games at citizens bank park this season entering tuesday's contest against the visiting atlanta braves. the phillies captured the opener of a three-game series monday in a matchup between the top two teams in the national league east, winning 3-0 to pull within one-half game of the division-leading braves and improve their record at home since sept. 12 last season to 28-11.

this week's matchup represents the fourth series between the two biggest surprises in the national league in the season's opening eight weeks, and much-improved pitching for both teams is a big reason why atlanta and philadelphia sit at or near the top of the division a week before memorial day. that good work on the mound was on display in the series opener, as phillies starter nick pivetta gave up four hits in seven shutout innings and braves starter mike foltynewicz allowed just one run on six hits in six innings. the series began with the top two hitters in the nl on the same field, as philadelphia center fielder odubel herrera finished 2-for-4 to raise his average to a league-leading .348 and atlanta right fielder nick markakis went 1-for-4 to give him the second-best average in the league at .341. the braves have defeated the phillies six times in 10 meetings in 2018, but after this series the two teams will not meet again until sept. 20 in atlanta.
tv: 7:05 p.m. et, fs southeast (atlanta), nbcs philadelphia
pitching matchup: braves rh brandon mccarthy (4-2, 5.05 era) vs. phillies rh vince velasquez (4-4, 4.37)
arguably the braves best starter through the first four weeks of the season, mccarthy rebounded after two ugly starts kicked off may. the 34-year-old, who allowed 14 runs on 23 hits in just 8 1/3 innings during losses to san francisco and miami, held the chicago cubs to one run on five hits with eight strikeouts over six innings wednesday. three of mccarthy's four victories this season have come against the phillies, logging a 2.25 era in three starts with 17 strikeouts in 16 innings.
velasquez ended april with three consecutive losses, but has bounced back with three wins in a row to begin may. the 25-year-old has allowed only four earned runs on 11 hits across those three starts, striking out 21 in 17 1/3 innings - including a season-high 12 in six innings on may 10 against san francisco. velasquez has lost all three of his starts against atlanta in 2018, posting a 9.24 era with 13 earned runs surrendered in 12 2/3 innings.
walk-offs

1. philadelphia of-inf scott kingery is 3-for-7 with two doubles and a walk against mccarthy, while markakis is 6-for-16 with a double and two walks against velasquez.

2. atlanta has not scored in two of its past four contests, after being shut out just once in its first 42 games.

3. phillies rhp jerad eickhoff, out all season with a strained right lat muscle, left sunday's rehab start with triple-a lehigh valley after feeling a twinge in a couple of fingers on his right hand.

prediction: braves 5, phillies 3

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San Diego Padres vs. Washington Nationals Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

21st May 2018 by Gracenote
the washington nationals got a jolt from their latest teenage sensation and will try to build off the momentum of a series-opening victory over the visiting san diego padres when the teams continue a three-game series tuesday. the franchise that brought up bryce harper six years ago when he was 19 did the same for juan soto this weekend, and the rookie slugged a three-run homer on the first pitch he saw in his first career start.

the blast sparked a 10-2 win over the padres on monday night as the nationals snapped a three-game slide. harper also went deep and mark reynolds smacked a pair of home runs to give him four long balls in his first six games with washington. franmil reyes also launched the first home run of his career to provide all the offense for san diego, which had won a season high-tying three in a row prior to the loss. jeremy hellickson dominated the padres on the road earlier in the year and will try for a similar effort opposite san diego rookie eric lauer on tuesday.
tv: 7:05 p.m. et, fs san diego, masn (washington)
pitching matchup: padres lh eric lauer (1-2, 8.14 era) vs. nationals rh jeremy hellickson (1-0, 2.20)

since tossing six scoreless innings to pick up his first career win three turns ago, lauer has been tagged for 10 runs and 13 hits across seven innings over his last two outings. he is 0-1 with a 9.24 era in his first three road starts, giving up 19 hits and nine walks in 12 2/3 frames. right-handed hitters are batting .389 with five home runs in 72 at-bats against the 22-year-old lauer.
hellickson is 1-0 over his last three starts while allowing one run and eight hits in 17 1/3 dominant innings. included in that run was the outing at san diego on may 8 in which the veteran yielded two hits and struck out eight in 6 2/3 scoreless frames. despite that outstanding result, the 31-year-old has a 5.80 era in nine career starts versus the padres.

walk-offs

1. nationals ss trea turner has three doubles and a home run during a three-game hitting streak.
2. the padres recalled lhp tyler webb from triple-a el paso and optioned if carlos asuaje to el paso.

3. washington placed rhp ryan madson (pectoral) on the 10-day disabled list and recalled lhp tim collins, who worked a scoreless inning in monday's win.

prediction: nationals 7, padres 3

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Los Angeles Angels vs. Toronto Blue Jays Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

21st May 2018 by Gracenote
the los angeles angels have found a safe haven on the road with wins in 14 of 18 such contests this season. los angeles (26-21) aims to continue its stellar play away from angel stadium on tuesday as it begins a 10-game road trip with the opener of a three-game series versus the toronto blue jays (22-25), who have dropped four in a row and seven of eight overall.

los angeles concluded a disappointing 11-game homestand with just four wins, including sunday's 5-2 triumph over tampa bay that ended a streak of five straight losses. mike trout answered an uncharacteristic 0-for-15 skid with three hits - including two homers - three rbis and four runs scored in his last three games and is 5-for-14 with six rbis against tuesday starter j.a. happ. while the angels are drawing rave reviews on the road, the blue jays didn't give their fans much to cheer as they committed four errors on sunday and were outscored 27-12 en route to dropping all four contests to oakland to begin their seven-game homestand. "it was ugly," manager john gibbons told reporters following sunday's 9-2 shellacking. "we're on a bad stretch right now. we're not playing real good baseball in a bunch of different areas."
tv: 7:07 p.m. et, fs west (los angeles), sportsnet (toronto)
pitching matchup: angels rh garrett richards (4-2, 3.47 era) vs. blue jays lh j.a. happ (5-3, 4.15)

richards was outdueled by justin verlander on wednesday to fall to 1-2 in his last four outings despite allowing just two unearned runs on four hits over seven innings of a 2-0 setback to houston. the 29-year-old was taken deep for the second straight contest after keeping the ball in the park in four of his previous five. curtis granderson has shredded richards to the tune of going 4-for-6 with three homers in a small sample size, although the right-hander has flustered justin smoak (2-for-19, six strikeouts) and former angel kendrys morales (2-for-18, five strikeouts).
happ answered a horrific outing with a stellar one, as he bounced back from a seven-run effort in a 9-3 rout by seattle on may 10 with a two-hit, 10-strikeout gem six days later in a 12-1 romp at the new york mets. "it was just a fun game. ... have to feel good about that one," said the 35-year-old, who also had a pair of singles to record his first multi-hit performance since 2011. justin upton is 4-for-8 with a pair of homers and ian kinsler is 6-for-19 with two blasts against happ, who is languishing with a 1-6 mark and 6.17 era in seven career appearances against the angels.
walk-offs
1. toronto inf yangervis solarte is 7-for-18 with three extra-base hits during his last four contests.

2. los angeles of kole calhoun is 2-for-21 in his last eight games to drop his batting average to a career-worst .161.

3. blue jays 3b josh donaldson is 0-for-13 to begin the homestand.

prediction: angels 4, blue jays 2

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Boston Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay Rays Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

21st May 2018 by Gracenote
boston expected big things from j.d. martinez when they signed him to a five-year, $110 million contract during the offseason, and he's done nothing to disappoint as the red sox hit the road for a three-game series against the tampa bay rays beginning tuesday. martinez is hitting .343 with 15 home runs and 41 rbis and, along with mookie betts (.365, 15, 32), has helped boston (32-15) garner the most victories in baseball.

"(martinez) puts himself in such a good position to hit," red sox manager alex cora told reporters. "he's ready for what he wants to hit." boston and tampa bay are quite familiar with each other as the red sox own seven wins in 10 meetings this season, but the rays have kept martinez in check as he has one home run and seven rbis with 13 strikeouts in 38 at-bats in those games. tampa bay (22-23) is experiencing a roller coaster season with a pair of eight-game streaks - one winning and one losing - and had won six in a row before sunday's 5-2 loss to the los angeles angels wrapped up a 7-4 road trip. boston's chris sale hasn't allowed more than three runs in his 10 starts this season and tuesday opposes jake faria, who is 2-0 with a 1.74 era in four home outings this season.
tv: 7:10 p.m. et, nesn (boston), fs sun (tampa bay)
pitching matchup: red sox lh chris sale (4-1, 2.29 era) vs. rays rh jake faria (3-2, 5.20)

sale allowed two runs, two hits and four walks - his most since 2016 - while striking out nine in five innings of a 6-4 victory over oakland on wednesday. the 29-year-old floridian, who has struck out 36 in his last three starts, is 2-1 with a 2.48 era in six road outings this season. wilson ramos is 4-for-13 with two home runs and c.j. cron is 0-for-13 with eight strikeouts versus sale, who is 8-5 with a 3.10 era in 17 games (15 starts) versus tampa bay after earning a no-decision when he pitched six shutout innings in boston's 6-4 opening day loss at tropicana field.
faria earned a no-decision after yielding three runs, four hits and four walks while striking out two in 4 1/3 innings of the rays' 5-3 victory at kansas city on wednesday. the 24-year-old californian has permitted three or fewer runs in six of his nine starts this season, allowing eight runs, five hits and five walks in 1 2/3 innings of a 10-3 loss at boston on april 7 when xander bogaerts hit a grand slam in the second inning. faria is 1-1 with a 6.14 era in four outings (three starts) against the red sox, including 1-0, 1.38 versus boston in three home games.
walk-offs
1. martinez has 47 home runs and 116 rbis in 120 games since july 1 and joins betts as the first players in red sox history with 15 homers in the first 50 games of a season.

2. rays inf joey wendle is 8-for-19 versus boston this season while bogaerts is 16-for-35 with two home runs and 11 rbis against the rays.

3. boston lf andrew benintendi (.285) is batting .338 with four home runs and 14 rbis in 18 may games after hitting .242 with one homer and 15 rbis in his first 26 contests of the season.

prediction: red sox 3, rays 2

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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Cincinnati Reds Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

21st May 2018 by Gracenote
pittsburgh pirates right-hander jameson taillon provided the explanation point on a series victory against the cincinnati reds last month with a one-hit shutout. mired in a seven-start winless skid, taillon will take the mound as the visiting pirates (26-20) bid to snap a three-game losing streak heading into tuesday's opener of a three-game series against the reds (16-32) at great american ball park.

taillon struck out seven as pittsburgh breezed to a 5-0 romp of cincinnati on april 8, claiming three of four in the series while outscoring its national league central rival by a 28-12 margin. josh harrison went 6-for-15 with four runs scored in that series and returned from over a month-long absence due to a hand injury to collect three hits in sunday's 8-5 setback versus san diego. pittsburgh aims to continue its dominance against its own division as it sports a 10-3 mark heading into tuesday's tilt with cincinnati, which is at the other end of the spectrum with a 4-18 record versus nl central rivals. the reds didn't help themselves in that regard as they were outscored 16-1 over the final two games of a series in which they dropped three of four versus the chicago cubs.
tv: 7:10 p.m. et, at&t sportsnet pittsburgh, fs ohio (cincinnati)
pitching matchup: pirates rh jameson taillon (2-3, 3.97 era) vs. reds rh matt harvey (0-2, 6.17)

taillon was open to suggestion as he works his way through a recovery from a lacerated middle finger, so much so that he told the pittsburgh tribune-review that he would let teammates urinate on the digit if it served to help the cause. while there was no immediate word on whether that situation occurred, the 26-year-old saw his winless skid extend to seven outings (0-3) on wednesday after allowing a pair of solo homers and three walks over 5 2/3 innings in a no-decision versus the chicago white sox. scott schebler (1-for-13), eugenio suarez (2-for-15) and joey votto (3-for-19) have been flummoxed by taillon, although scooter gennett (8-for-22) and billy hamilton (7-for-20) have flustered the right-hander.
harvey has worked a pair of four-inning outings since being acquired from the new york mets, but saw his run of no-decisions extend to six on wednesday after allowing three runs on seven hits at san francisco. "it's been a while since i've felt stronger throughout a game, so getting up toward 80 pitches and still feeling strong and noticing the ball coming out the way it was it's definitely a big positive," the 29-year-old told reporters. harrison (5-for-8) and josh bell (3-for-6, homer) have gotten their licks in on harvey, who has split a pair of decisions despite posting a robust 5.46 era in five career meetings with pittsburgh.
walk-offs
1. votto had two of his team's three hits on sunday after being mired in a 2-for-14 stretch with five strikeouts over his previous five games.

2. pittsburgh cf austin meadows acquitted himself well in his first major league series, going 5-for-11 with a homer and two rbis.

3. reds lf adam duvall went just 1-for-15 in the previous series versus the pirates, albeit the hit left the park.

prediction: pirates 5, reds 1

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Miami Marlins vs. New York Mets Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

21st May 2018 by Gracenote
the new york mets have utilized a dominant stretch on the mound to win four straight games and they will try to continue the surge in the second of three straight games against the visiting miami marlins on tuesday. jason vargas and five relievers combined on a five-hitter in monday's 2-0 win in the series opener.

the mets have given up a total of six runs during the winning streak, their longest since a nine-gamer early in the year. asdrubal cabrera had a pair of hits and an rbi for new york, and the veteran infielder is 6-for-16 with two home runs, three rbis and four runs scored in four games - all wins - against the marlins this year. miami has dropped six of its last seven on the road after going 0-for-6 with runners in scoring position and leaving eight runners on base in the loss. it will aim to provide more support for left-hander caleb smith, who starts tuesday opposite zack wheeler for the mets.
tv: 7:10 p.m. et, fs florida (miami), sny (new york)

pitching matchup: marlins lh caleb smith (2-5, 4.22 era) vs. mets rh zack wheeler (2-3, 5.92)
opponents are hitting just .204 against smith, but a lack of command hurt him thursday against the los angeles dodgers, who had only two hits but drew four walks and scored four runs in smith's 3 2/3 innings. that outing snapped a four-start string in which the 26-year-old had allowed two runs or fewer. smith gave up three runs while striking out seven over five innings in a no-decision against the mets at home april 10.

wheeler has given up 14 runs in 10 innings over his last two home starts after a rocky showing against toronto at citi field on wednesday. the former first-round pick opened the year by tossing seven innings of one-run ball in a win at miami, improving to 3-1 with a 2.15 era in eight career encounters. the marlins are batting a measly .171 in those matchups with wheeler, whose lone career shutout came at miami in 2014.
walk-offs

1. new york's bullpen has tossed 13 scoreless innings with 17 strikeouts during the four-game winning streak.
2. miami activated rhp odrisamer despaigne (forearm) from the 10-day disabled list and optioned lhp dillon peters to triple-a new orleans.

3. mets c devin mesoraco has three home runs, five rbis and eight runs scored in his last six games.

prediction: mets 5, marlins 4

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Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Brewers Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

22nd May 2018 by Gracenote
the milwaukee brewers are enjoying their perch atop the national league central and look to clinch a fourth straight series win when they host the slumping arizona diamondbacks on tuesday for the middle contest of their three-game set. lorenzo cain, travis shaw and domingo santana homered as the brewers beat the diamondbacks 4-2 on monday for their eighth victory in 11 contests.

milwaukee holds a 1 1/2-game lead in the central while going 9-2 against teams from the nl west in the early going and owns four more victories (29) than it had at this point last season. jhoulys chacin will try to improve on that win total and keep his individual hot streak going when he takes the mound for the brewers on tuesday against matt koch, who hopes to rebound from his worst start of the year last time out versus milwaukee. the diamondbacks struggled offensively again on monday as they registered just three hits and have managed to score a total of 24 runs during a baffling 1-11 stretch that has wasted a strong start to the campaign. arizona third baseman jake lamb homered in the series opener for his second hit in 10 official at-bats since returning from a shoulder injury that kept him sidelined more than six weeks.
tv: 7:40 p.m. et, fs arizona, fs wisconsin (milwaukee)
pitching matchup: diamondbacks rh matt koch (2-2, 4.06 era) vs. brewers rh jhoulys chacin (3-1, 3.63)

koch was pounded for eight runs and nine hits - four homers - over 4 1/3 innings against the brewers on wednesday after producing five outstanding outings. the 27-year-old louisville product allowed 10 runs (nine earned) over 33 1/3 frames in five straight quality starts and a scoreless relief appearance to open the season. shaw is 2-for-3 with a double and a homer versus koch, who owns a 4.55 era at home compared to 2.25 on the road.
chacin is coming off his best start of the season but did not receive a decision despite limiting arizona to one run on two hits and two walks over a season-high seven innings last tuesday. the 30-year-old venezuelan has permitted fewer than three runs in six of his last seven turns after failing to do so in his first three starts of 2018. david peralta is 4-for-12 with a homer against chacin, who is 6-4 with a 3.33 era in 18 career appearances (17 starts) versus the diamondbacks.
walk-offs

1. arizona 1b paul goldschmidt went 0-for-3 on monday and has recorded just four hits in 32 at-bats over his last nine games.

2. milwaukee 1b jesus aguilar went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in the series opener after belting four homers in his previous three contests.
3. diamondbacks of steven souza jr. struck out as a pinch-hitter on monday after missing two straight games with a strained right pectoral.

prediction: brewers 4, diamondbacks 3

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New York Yankees vs. Texas Rangers Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

22nd May 2018 by Gracenote
gleyber torres has joined legendary company just 25 games into his major-league career, and the new york yankees have used his powerful bat to make some history of their own. with the help of their exciting rookie second baseman, the yankees aim for a fourth consecutive victory tuesday as they continue their three-game series against the host texas rangers.

torres went deep in the second and sixth innings of monday's 10-5 victory over texas to become the second-youngest player (21 years, 159 days) in club history to hit at least two home runs in one game, trailing only hall-of-famer mickey mantle (20, 296). new york belted five shots in all, marking the first time in team history it has connected on at least four long balls in three straight contests and the first time since the 2011 rangers any team had done so. texas managed to get three homers from the bottom of its lineup, but that production was not nearly enough to keep it from falling to 7-17 at home. the rangers, who have dropped three straight and seven of nine, already have lost 12 games by at least five runs.
tv: 8:05 p.m. et, yes (new york), fs southwest (texas)
pitching matchup: yankees rh domingo german (0-1, 4.26 era) vs. rangers lh cole hamels (2-4, 3.48 era)

german will make his first career start on the road after producing two drastically different results at home over his last two turns. the 25-year-old dominican struck out nine over six hitless innings against cleveland on may 6 before surrendering six runs on six hits and three walks in another no-decision on may 12 versus oakland. german, who did not give up a run in two road relief appearances spanning seven innings, is holding left-handed hitters to a .163 average as he faces texas for the first time.
hamels was scratched from his last scheduled start due to neck stiffness but is expected to take the mound for the first time since may 11, when he yielded one hit and three walks over six scoreless innings in a win at houston. the four-time all-star seemingly has settled into a bit of a groove after beginning the season 1-3 with a 4.76 era, as he has gone 1-1 with a 1.93 over his last four outings. giancarlo stanton is 13-for-51 with three homers against hamels, who is 1-2 with a 3.24 era in four career starts versus new york.
walk-offs

1. the yankees have connected on 14 homers over the last three games to increase their major league-leading total to 72.

2. nine of texas' 18 wins this season have come in the second game of the series (9-6).
3. new york ss didi gregorius halted a 1-for-48 slide with an rbi double in the sixth inning on monday.

prediction: rangers 5, yankees 3

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Baltimore Orioles vs. Chicago White Sox Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

22nd May 2018 by Gracenote
the baltimore orioles used the long ball to help avoid a third straight loss and look to even their record on their 11-game road trip when they visit the chicago white sox on tuesday. baltimore began its trek by dropping three of four in boston but belted three homers at chicago on monday to post a 3-2 victory in the opener of the four-game series.

manny machado, mark trumbo and adam jones went deep in consecutive innings as the orioles improved to 2-3 on this trip after going a combined 0-12 on their previous two treks. machado, who has been the subject of trade rumors, launched a solo shot in the fourth to extend his hitting streak to five games. chicago reached double digits in hits but was unable to match its season high of three straight wins. jose abreu and leury garcia each went 2-for-4 with an rbi, giving the former three multi-hit performances in his last four games and the latter back-to-back two-hit efforts.
tv: 8:10 p.m. et, masn2 (baltimore), nbcs chicago

pitching matchup: orioles rh kevin gausman (3-3, 3.88 era) vs. white sox rh james shields (1-4, 4.88)
after allowing fewer than three runs in six of his previous seven starts, gausman was tagged for six on eight hits and two walks over 4 2/3 innings in a loss at boston on thursday. the 27-year-old native of colorado has been hit hard of late, yielding 19 hits over 12 frames in his last two starts after giving up 11 over 22 2/3 innings in his previous three turns. gausman has permitted three runs - two earned - and five hits over eight frames in one start and two relief appearances against chicago in his career.
shields looks to put together back-to-back strong starts for the first time this season after limiting texas to one run and three hits over 7 1/3 innings in a no-decision on thursday. despite his struggles, the 36-year-old californian has kept the ball in the park this year, serving up only four home runs in 55 1/3 frames. shields owns an 11-8 record with one complete game and a 3.90 era in 27 career starts against baltimore.
walk-offs

1. jones, who left sunday's loss in boston with an illness, has hit safely in 15 of his last 16 games.

2. chicago signed of michael saunders to a minor-league contract and assigned him to triple-a charlotte.

3. baltimore lhp zach britton (achilles) is expected to throw simulated games of one inning on tuesday and two frames on saturday.

prediction: white sox 5, orioles 3

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San Francisco Giants vs. Houston Astros Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

21st May 2018 by Gracenote
the san francisco giants found their offense in the last two games and bashed their way to a pair of wins over the colorado rockies. that offense could have a harder time finding runs when it visits the best pitching staff in the majors for the start of a two-game interleague series at the houston astros on tuesday.

the astros own the best era in the majors at 2.43 - nearly a run better than the next-best team - and will throw the top two starters in the american league in terms of era at the giants with gerrit cole starting the series opener and justin verlander closing out the brief set wednesday. houston's staff allowed three or fewer runs in 12 of the last 13 games and one or zero runs in seven of those contests, including a 3-1 triumph over the cleveland indians on sunday that gave the team its fourth straight series win. san francisco (24-24) moved back to .500 by pounding out nine runs in back-to-back games against the rockies, and brandon belt continued his tear by homering sunday to give himself five blasts in the last seven contests. the giants will try to match cole on tuesday by sending rookie lefty andrew suarez to the mound in search of his second career win.


tv: 8:10 p.m. et, nbcs bay area (san francisco), at&t sportsnet southwest (houston)
pitching matchup: giants lh andrew suarez (1-3, 4.88 era) vs. astros rh gerrit cole (4-1, 1.75)
suarez earned his first win by not allowing an earned run over 5 1/3 innings at atlanta on may 6 but struggled to find that same form over his last two outings. the 25-year-old florida native was ripped for a total of 10 runs (nine earned) on 15 hits in 10 innings against cincinnati and pittsburgh in his last two turns. suarez owns 28 strikeouts and just five walks in 27 2/3 innings this season but has been reached for six home runs.
the giants could be catching cole at the right time with the veteran coming off his worst outing of the season after allowing three runs on five hits in a season-low five innings at the angels last tuesday. cole still notched seven strikeouts in that out to boost his al-leading total to 93 in 61 2/3 innings, and his .166 batting-average against ranks second in the majors behind verlander. the ucla product is 4-1 with a 3.18 era in six career starts against san francisco.
walk-offs

1. the astros placed of derek fisher (stomach) on the 10-day dl sunday and recalled 3b j.d. davis.

2. san francisco rf andrew mccutchen (knee) sat out sunday and is day-to-day.

3. houston of josh reddick (leg infection) started sunday and went 1-for-4 with an rbi double.

prediction: astros 6, giants 2

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Detroit Tigers vs. Minnesota Twins Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

22nd May 2018 by Gracenote
the minnesota twins attempt to clinch just their second full series win at home this season when they host the detroit tigers on tuesday for the second contest of their three-game set. minnesota, which took two of three from houston at target field from april 9-11, improved to 3-4 on its nine-game homestand with a 4-2 triumph in monday's series opener.

after max kepler forged a 2-2 tie with a two-run double in the fifth inning, the twins used a bases-loaded walk and a sacrifice fly in the eighth to put themselves in position to end an 0-3-1 slide in home series not abbreviated by inclement weather. kepler has been producing of late as he enters tuesday with seven rbis in his last five contests. detroit managed only three hits as it suffered its fourth consecutive loss after beginning its seven-game road trip with a victory in seattle. nicholas castellanos provided the offense for the tigers on monday, belting a solo homer and adding an rbi single for his second straight two-hit performance and third in five games.
tv: 8:10 p.m. et, fs detroit, fs north (minnesota)
pitching matchup: tigers lh matthew boyd (2-3, 3.19 era) vs. twins rh lance lynn (1-4, 7.47)

a native of washington, boyd has made each of his last two starts against the team from his home state. the 27-year-old defeated the mariners at home on may 12, allowing three runs and three hits in six innings, before settling for a no-decision in seattle on thursday after giving up two runs and six hits over six frames. boyd has made 11 career starts versus minnesota, going 5-2 with a 3.98 era and 60 strikeouts in 63 1/3 innings.
lynn is coming off his shortest outing of the season, a three-inning effort against his former st. louis club in which he took the loss after yielding three runs on four hits and four walks. the 31-year-old native of indiana has struggled with his control this year, issuing at least four free passes in five of his eight turns. lynn has surrendered six runs and 15 hits over 12 1/3 innings while going 1-1 in two career starts versus detroit.
walk-offs

1. twins rhp ervin santana (finger) is expected to begin a rehab assignment with double-a chattanooga on wednesday after his scheduled start in extended spring training on monday was rained out.

2. detroit 1b miguel cabrera (hamstring), who is on the 10-day disabled list, took batting practice monday but has yet to run the bases or do agility work.

3. minnesota 3b miguel sano (hamstring) is on a rehab assignment with triple-a rochester and is likely to rejoin the club for its road trip that begins friday in seattle.

prediction: tigers 6, twins 4

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Kansas City Royals vs. St. Louis Cardinals Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

22nd May 2018 by Gracenote
the st. louis cardinals started off the i-70 series in good fashion and look to defeat the visiting kansas city royals again on tuesday. tyler o'neill homered and drove in four runs as st. louis cruised to a 6-0 victory on monday.

o'neill, a 22-year-old outfielder, has gone deep in three straight games and is 7-for-12 in four contests since being recalled from triple-a memphis last week. matt carpenter continued his recent surge by going 3-for-4 with a homer and has recorded three three-hit performances while going 13-for-24 over his last six games. st. louis has won three of its last four while struggling kansas city is in a deep decline with eight losses in its last nine contests. the royals have scored fewer than three runs on five occasions during the stretch and are a major league-worst 19 games below .500.
tv: 8:15 p.m. et, fs kansas city, fs midwest (st. louis)

pitching matchup: royals rh jason hammel (0-5, 6.28 era) vs. cardinals rh luke weaver (3-3, 4.37)

hammel is winless in his last 13 starts, including nine this season, and has given up five or more runs on four occasions this year. the 35-year-old has been roughed up in his last two outings, surrendering 14 runs and 16 hits - four homers - in 9 2/3 innings. hammel is 4-6 with a 5.51 era in 13 career starts against the cardinals but has shut down carpenter (3-for-27, homer, 11 strikeouts).
weaver dropped his last outing despite giving up just one run and four hits over seven innings against philadelphia. the 24-year-old has allowed just one run in 12 frames over his last two starts after giving up 18 earned runs in 18 innings over his previous four turns. weaver, who never has faced the royals, is 0-1 with a 4.09 era in four home starts this season.
walk-offs

1. cardinals rf marcell ozuna went 2-for-3 with a walk on monday after entering the contest in an 0-for-22 funk.

2. kansas city lf alex gordon was hitless in three at-bats in the opener and is 4-for-40 over his last 12 games.

3. st. louis ss greg garcia (lower back tightness) departed the opener and will be re-evaluated on tuesday.

prediction: cardinals 5, royals 2

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Seattle Mariners vs. Oakland Athletics Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

21st May 2018 by Gracenote
the american league west is the most competitive division in the american league with four teams at least three games above .500, including the oakland athletics and the seattle mariners. one winning streak is set to come to an end tuesday, when the mariners visit the athletics for the opener of a three-game series.

seattle earned its third straight victory sunday by tying the game on mitch haniger's two-run homer in the ninth and pushing across the game-winner in the 11th to wrap up a 4-2 homestand. "the heart this club has is pretty, pretty impressive," mariners manager scott servais told reporters. "these guys just keep battling through adversity. one thing after another. we've had some injuries, some guys out of the lineup, guys hobbling around out there." oakland capped a 7-3 road trip through the al east with a four-game sweep at toronto by bashing its way to a 9-2 victory sunday behind a homer and three rbis from shortstop marcus semien. seattle will try to slow semien and company with veteran righty mike leake while the athletics counter with trevor cahill on tuesday.


tv: 10:05 p.m. et, root northwest (seattle), nbcs california (oakland)
pitching matchup: mariners rh mike leake (4-3, 6.00 era) vs. athletics rh trevor cahill (1-2, 2.79)
leake followed up one of his best outings of the season with one of the worst in his last two turns. the arizona state product scattered two earned runs and six hits across seven innings to earn a win at toronto on may 10 but was lit up for six runs - five earned - on nine hits in 5 1/3 innings against texas last tuesday. leake turned in a quality start at home against oakland on april 13, allowing three runs and seven hits in six innings, but did not factor in the decision.
cahill has yet to allow more than three runs in an outing but could not find the win column in any of his last four turns (0-2). the 30-year-old struck out 12 and scattered four hits in six scoreless innings against baltimore on may 5 only to settle for a no-decision and absorbed a loss at boston on wednesday while yielding three runs in five frames. cahill owns 32 strikeouts and seven walks in 29 innings this season and will be seeing seattle for the first time in 2018.
walk-offs

1. athletics of khris davis left sunday's game with a right groin strain and could be placed on the 10-day dl.

2. seattle dh nelson cruz (elbow) sat out sunday but is expected to be back in the lineup tuesday.

3. oakland 3b matt chapman recorded multiple hits in four of the last seven games and is 11-for-24 in that span.

prediction: athletics 7, mariners 4

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Colorado Rockies vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Preview and Predictions 05-22-2018

22nd May 2018 by Gracenote
the colorado rockies reside in first place after a series-opening victory and look to stay there when they visit the los angeles dodgers on tuesday for the middle contest of their three-game set. colorado only registered three hits in monday's 2-1 triumph as it moved one-half game ahead of arizona in the national league west.

the rockies are 4-3 on their nine-game california trip, and monday's victory was their major league-best 19th in 30 road games. nolan arenado was hitless in three at-bats in the opener to extend his home-run drought to 14 games after starting the month by belting four in four contests. los angeles had its four-game winning streak halted on monday and is just one game ahead of last-place san diego in the nl west. the dodgers are having severe issues in their home park, posting an 8-14 record after being a major league-best 57-24 at dodger stadium last season.
tv: 10:10 p.m. et, espn, at&t sportsnet-rocky mountain (colorado), sportsnet la (los angeles)

pitching matchup: rockies rh chad bettis (4-1, 3.27 era) vs. dodgers rh brock stewart (0-0, 3.18)
bettis has been involved in back-to-back no-decisions in which he has allowed 10 runs over 11 innings. the 29-year-old has given up just three runs in his four victories and has issued fewer than three walks in seven of his nine overall starts. bettis is 2-2 with a 4.89 era in 10 career appearances (seven starts) against the dodgers and has experienced difficulties with justin turner (8-for-15, five rbis) and yasmani grandal (5-for-14).
dodgers manager dave roberts said stewart will be recalled from triple-a oklahoma city prior to tuesday's contest but declined to reveal if he will be the starter. los angeles is in need of a hurler as roberts said kenta maeda is being pushed back to wednesday after working eight innings in his last outing, while stewart was slated to take the mound tuesday for oklahoma city. the 26-year-old has made nine major-league starts - none this season - and has struggled mightily against the rockies, going 0-1 with a 15.63 era in four career appearances (one start).
walk-offs

1. the rockies are 11-9 versus the defending nl-champion dodgers since the start of the 2017 season.

2. colorado of carlos gonzalez delivered a tiebreaking, pinch-hit single in the eighth inning of monday's game but is batting just .189 this month.

3. los angeles lhp clayton kershaw (left biceps tendinitis) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on wednesday and a simulated game three days later, but there is no firm timetable for his return.

prediction: rockies 6, dodgers 4

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Free Play: Free Texas w/Hamels +150 Over NY Yankees

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Free Selection from Jim Feist

Jim Feist's Comp Pick, Tuesday, May 22, 2018

05/22 05:10 PM PT / 8:10 PM ET

MLB (919) BALTIMORE ORIOLES VS (920) CHICAGO WHITE SOX

Take: (919) BALTIMORE ORIOLES

Reason: Your free play for Tuesday, May 22, 2018 is in the MLB scheduled contest between the Baltimore Orioles and the Chicago White Sox. Your free play is on the ORIOLES.

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YOUR RAZOR SHARP FREE PICK FOR TUESDAY: Take DETROIT/MINNESOTA OVER the total of 9 runs

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Tuesday's Free Selection: New York Yankees/Texas Rangers over 9 1/2

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Tuesday's Free Selection: Boston Red Sox - 210

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Tuesday's Free Selection from Atlantic Sports: Chicago White Sox + 120

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Tuesday's Free Selection: New York Yankees - 165

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Lee's Free Tuesday Selection Is

Atlanta w/McCarthy +110

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Nevada Sharpshooter

Your free winner for Tuesday: Take BOSTON/TAMPA BAY OVER the total of 7½ runs

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Huddle Up Sports

Free Play: NY Mets Wheeler -120

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Hawkeye Sports

Tuesday's Free Pick: St Louis - 200

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Golden Dragon Sports

Free Pick San Diego Lauer +173

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Arthur Ralph Sports

FREE play: TUES Milwaukee -135 w/ Chacin

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Platinum Plays

Free Pick the NY Mets w/Wheeler -120 over Miami

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The Vegas Steam Line

Your free winner for Tuesday: Take SAN DIEGO/WASHINGTON OVER the total of 8 runs

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High Stakes Syndicate

Free Selection for Tuesday: Washington Nationals - 185

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Free Selection from Kenny Towers

Ov 7 Bos/TB - MLB

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Sharp Bettor

SharpBettor FREE Play for Tuesday, May 22, 2018

5/22 05:10 PM MLB (921) DETROIT TIGERS (M BOYD - L) VS (922) MINNESOTA TWINS (L LYNN - R)

Take : Twins

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Roz Wins

Roz's Tuesday May 22, 2018, Free Pick


05/22 04:40 PM MLB (909) ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS (M KOCH - R) VS (910) MILWAUKEE BREWERS (J CHACIN - R)

Take : Brewers

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MLB
Dunkel

Tuesday, May 22


Atlanta @ Philadelphia

Game 901-902
May 22, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Atlanta
(McCrthy) 16.451
Philadelphia
(Velasquez) 14.881
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Atlanta
by 1 1/2
9
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Philadelphia
-125
8 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Atlanta
(+105); Over

San Diego @ Washington

Game 903-904
May 22, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
San Diego
(Lauer) 16.791
Washington
(Hellckson) 14.573
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
San Diego
by 2
10
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Washington
-200
8
Dunkel Pick:
San Diego
(+170); Over

Miami @ NY Mets

Game 905-906
May 22, 2018 @ 7:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Miami
(Smith) 12.698
NY Mets
(Wheeler) 15.258
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
NY Mets
by 2 1/2
6
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
NY Mets
-120
7 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
NY Mets
(-120); Under

Pittsburgh @ Cincinnati

Game 907-908
May 22, 2018 @ 7:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Pittsburgh
(Taillon) 14.449
Cincinnati
(Harvey) 13.558
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Pittsburgh
by 1
11
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Pittsburgh
-135
9
Dunkel Pick:
Pittsburgh
(-135); Over

Arizona @ Milwaukee

Game 909-910
May 22, 2018 @ 7:40 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Arizona
(Koch) 13.499
Milwaukee
(Chacin) 16.975
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Milwaukee
by 3 1/2
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Milwaukee
-135
8 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Milwaukee
(-135); Under

Colorado @ LA Dodgers

Game 911-912
May 22, 2018 @ 10:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Colorado
(Bettis) 00.000
LA Dodgers
(Stewart) 00.000
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Colorado

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Colorado

Dunkel Pick:
Colorado
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LA Angels @ Toronto

Game 913-914
May 22, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
LA Angels
(Richards) 14.803
Toronto
(Happ) 15.891
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Toronto
by 1
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
LA Angels
-115
9
Dunkel Pick:
Toronto
(-105); Under

Boston @ Tampa Bay

Game 915-916
May 22, 2018 @ 7:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Boston
(Sale) 15.393
Tampa Bay
(Faria) 16.760
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Tampa Bay
by 1 1/2
5
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Boston
-215
7
Dunkel Pick:
Tampa Bay
(+185); Under

NY Yankees @ Texas

Game 917-918
May 22, 2018 @ 8:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
NY Yankees
(German) 17.305
Texas
(Hamels) 14.106
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
NY Yankees
by 3
13
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
NY Yankees
-160
9 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
NY Yankees
(-160); Over

Baltimore @ Chicago White Sox

Game 919-920
May 22, 2018 @ 8:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Baltimore
(Gausman) 15.256
Chicago White Sox
(Shields) 14.348
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Baltimore
by 1
11
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Baltimore
-130
8 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Baltimore
(-130); Over

Detroit @ Minnesota

Game 921-922
May 22, 2018 @ 8:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Detroit
(Boyd) 14.361
Minnesota
(Lynn) 16.682
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Minnesota
by 2 1/2
8
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Minnesota
-160
9
Dunkel Pick:
Minnesota
(-160); Under

Seattle @ Oakland

Game 923-924
May 22, 2018 @ 10:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Seattle
(Leake) 15.501
Oakland
(Cahill) 17.568
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Oakland
by 2
8
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Oakland
-150
8 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Oakland
(-150); Under

Cleveland @ Chicago Cubs

Game 925-926
May 22, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Cleveland
(Bauer) 17.177
Chicago Cubs
(Chtwood) 15.530
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Cleveland
by 1 1/2
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Cleveland
-115
No Total
Dunkel Pick:
Cleveland
(-115); N/A

San Francisco @ Houston

Game 927-928
May 22, 2018 @ 8:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
San Francisco
(Suarez) 15.052
Houston
(Cole) 18.556
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Houston
by 3 1/2
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Houston
-270
8
Dunkel Pick:
Houston
(-270); Under

Kansas City @ St. Louis

Game 929-930
May 22, 2018 @ 8:15 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Kansas City
(Hammel) 12.595
St. Louis
(Weaver) 17.387
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
St. Louis
by 5
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
St. Louis
-200
8 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
St. Louis
(-200); Under

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MLB
Armadillo's Write-Up

Tuesday, May 22


National League
Braves (28-18) @ Phillies (27-18)
McCarthy is 0-2, 9.42 in his last three starts (over 7-2). Team in his starts: 6-3.
5-inning record: 5-3-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-9

Velasquez is 3-0, 2.08 in his last three starts (under 2-0-1). Team in his starts: 5-4.
5-inning record: 4-5. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-9

Braves won nine of last 13 games; over is 4-2 in their last six road games. Philadelphia won six of its last seven home games; under is 4-1-1 in their last six home tilts.

Padres (20-29) @ Nationals (25-21)
Lauer is 1-2, 8.57 in five starts (over 3-2). Team in his starts: 1-4.
5-inning record: 1-3-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-5

Hellickson is 1-0, 0.59 in his last three starts (under 4-2). Team in his starts: 4-2.
5-inning record: 4-1-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 1-6

Padres won three of their last four games; under is 13-8-2 in their road games. Washington lost three of its last four games; four of their last five games went over.

Marlins (17-30) @ Mets (24-19)
Smith is 2-4, 3.99 in his last six starts; under is 4-1 in his last five. Team in his starts: 3-6.
5-inning record: 3-4-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-9

Wheeler is 0-2, 8.44 in his last three starts; over is 4-1 in his last five. Team in his starts: 3-4.
5-inning record: 1-6. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-7

Marlins are 4-10 in last 14 games; over is 5-3 in their last eight road games. Mets won five of their last six games; under is 7-3 in their last ten games.

Pirates (26-20) @ Reds (16-32)
Taillon is 0-0, 1.98 in his last three starts; under is 6-2 in his last eight. Team in his starts: 5-4.
5-inning record: 3-4-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 1-9

Harvey is 0-0, 3.38 in two starts for the Reds (over 1-0-1). Team in his starts: 2-0.
5-inning record: 3-2-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-6

Pirates lost their last three games; they’re 4-4 in road series openers. Under is 4-2-1 in their last seven games. Cincinnati lost five of its last seven games; they’re 3-5 in home series openers. Under is 5-1 in their last six home games.

Diamondbacks (25-22) @ Brewers (29-19)
Koch is 0-2, 8.03 in his last two starts (under 4-2). Team in his starts: 3-3.
5-inning record: 1-5. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-4

Chacin is 1-0, 1.96 in his last three starts; under is 6-1 in his last seven. Team in his starts: 7-3.
5-inning record: 5-4-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-10

Diamondbacks are 1-11 in their last dozen games; over is 12-5 in their last 17 road games. Milwaukee won six of its last eight games; under is 4-0-1 in their last five home games.

Rockies (26-22) @ Dodgers (20-27)
Bettis is 1-1, 3.96 in his last four starts; under is 5-2-1 in his last eight. Team in his starts: 6-3.
5-inning record: 8-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-9

Unknown. Team in his starts: 0-0.
5-inning record: 0-0. Allowed run in 1st inning: 0-0

Colorado is 9-3 in its last 12 road games; under is 10-5-1 in their last 16 road games. Dodgers won four of their last five games; under is 4-0-1 in their last five home games.

American League
Angels (26-21) @ Blue Jays (22-25)
Richards is 1-1, 2.37 in his last three starts; under is 4-2 in his last six. Team in his starts: 6-3
5-inning record: 5-2-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-9

Happ is 2-2, 4.70 in his last four starts; over is 3-1-2 in his last six. Team in his starts: 6-3
5-inning record: 6-3. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-9

Angels lost five of their last six games; they’re 4-2 in road series openers. Under is 6-2-1 in their last nine games. Toronto lost its last six home games; they’re 4-4 in home series openers. Over is 4-1-1 in their last six games.

Red Sox (32-15) @ Rays (22-23)
Sale is 3-0, 2.91 in his last five starts (over 3-1-1). Team in his starts: 6-4
5-inning record: 6-2-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-10

Faria is 0-1, 14.29 in two starts vs Boston this year; he is 1-1, 6.19 in his last three starts. Under is 4-2-1 in his last seven starts. Team in his starts: 5-4
5-inning record: 4-3-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-9

Boston won four of its last five games; they’re 3-5 in road series openers. Under is 4-1-2 in their last seven road games. Rays won six of their last seven games; they’re 4-2 in home series openers. Under is 3-1-1 in their last five games.

New York (31-13) @ Texas (18-31)
German is 0-0, 4.91 in two starts this year (over 2-0). Team in his starts: 2-0
5-inning record: 0-0-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 0-2

Hamels is 1-0, 2.55 in his last three starts, but he missed his last turn. Under is 6-3 in his starts. Team in his starts: 2-7
5-inning record: 3-4-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-9

New York is 22-4 in its last 26 games; over is 6-2-1 in their last nine games. Rangers lost seven of their last nine games; under is 8-3 in their last 11 games.

Orioles (15-32) @ White Sox (13-31)
Gausman is 2-1, 3.04 in his last four starts (under 5-4). Team in his starts: 4-5.
5-inning record: 4-3-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-9

Shields is 0-3, 5.06 in his last six starts; under is 4-1 in his last five. Team in his starts: 3-6.
5-inning record: 4-4-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-9

Orioles lost four of their last six games; under is 5-2 in their last seven road games. White Sox won three of their last five games; under is 7-1 in their last eight games.

Tigers (20-27) @ Twins (20-23)
Boyd is 2-1, 3.60 in his last four starts (under 6-2). Team in his starts: 4-4.
5-inning record: 1-5-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-8

Lynn is 1-3, 8.46 in his last five starts(over 7-1). Team in his starts: 2-6.
5-inning record: 1-6-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-8

Tigers lost five of their last six games; under is 7-4 in their last 11 road games. Minnesota lost five of its last eight games; three of their last five games went over.

Mariners (27-19) @ A’s (25-22)
Leake is 2-3, 7.64 in his last six starts (over 7-1-1). Team in his starts: 6-3
5-inning record: 4-2-3. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-9

Cahill is 0-2, 4.09 in his last four starts (over 4-1). Team in his starts: 3-2
5-inning record: 1-2-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 0-5

Mariners won five of their last seven games; they’re 4-4 in road series openers Over is 7-4 in their last 11 road games. Oakland won won six of its last seven games; they’re 4-2 in home series openers. Under is 4-1 in their last five home games.

Interleague
Indians (22-23) @ Cubs (25-19)
Bauer is 2-1, 3.09 in his last five starts; under is 4-2 in his last six. Team in his starts: 4-5.
5-inning record: 4-2-3. Allowed run in 1st inning: 5-9

Chatwood is 3-0, 2.63 in his last five starts (over 4-4). Team in his starts: 3-5.
5-inning record: 4-3-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 1-8

Cleveland is 3-8 in its last 11 road games; they’re 3-5 in road series openers. Under is 5-3 in their last eight road games. Cubs won three of their last four games; they’re 6-2 in last eight series openers. Over is 6-2 in their last eight home games.

Giants (24-24) @ Astros (30-18)
Suarez is 0-2, 9.00 in his last two starts (over 3-2). Team in his starts: 1-4.
5-inning record: 1-3-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-5

Cole is 2-0, 1.80 in his last three starts; under is 4-2-2 in his last eight. Team in his starts: 8-1.
5-inning record: 4-2-3. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-9

Giants lost six of their last seven road games; they’re 4-3 in road series openers. Over is 7-2-3 in their last 13 games. Houston won six of its last eight games; they’re 4-4 in home series openers. Under is 8-2 in their last ten home games.

Royals (14-33) @ Cardinals (26-19)
Hammel is 0-4, 8.46 in his last five starts (under 6-2-1). Team in his starts: 1-8.
5-inning record: 2-7. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-9

Weaver is 1-1, 0.75 in his last two starts; over is 4-2 in his last six. Team in his starts: 4-5.
5-inning record: 5-3-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-9

Royals lost eight of their last nine games; over is 8-4 in their last 12 road games. St Louis lost four of its last seven home games; under is 9-4-1 in their last 14 games.

Umpires
SD-Wsh: Underdogs won five of last seven Cooper games.
Atl-Phil: Over is 4-0-2 in last six LBarrett games.
Mia-NY: Under is 5-3 in Estabrook games this season.
Az-Mil: Five of last six Hernandez games stayed under.
Colo-LA: Last three Marquez games stayed under total.

NY-Tex: Six of seven Hoberg games went over total.
Balt-Chi: Four of last five Miller games stayed under.
Det-Minn: Road team won six of last eight Hudson games.

KC-StL: Three of last four Foster games went over the total.

______________________________

Teams’ records in first five innings:
Team (road-home-total)- thru 5/21
Ariz 10-8-3……9-9-7…….19-17
Atl 13-8-5…..7-7-6…….20-15
Cubs 11-7-5……10-9-3…….21-16
Reds 7-15-1……7-14-3………14-29
Colo 15-10-6……9-8-1……..24-18
LA 13-9-3…….8-10-4……21-19
Miami 7-12-3…..11-9-5……..18-21
Milw 14-10-4…..9-10-1…..23-20
Mets 8-10-2……9-11-4…..16-19
Philly 8-10-4…..10-6-6…….18-16
Pitt 10-7-5……10-6-8……20-13
St. Louis 13-5-3……11-12-1……24-17
SD 7-10-5……8-14-4……..15-23
SF 9-9-7…..10-12-2…….19-21
Wash 13-6-3..…14-9-2…….27-15

Orioles 4-14-6…….10-11-2……14-25
Boston 13-8-5……..11-8-3……24-16
White Sox 8-12-2…….6-15-2…..14-27
Cleveland 10-8-5……12-6-5……22-14
Detroit 9-12-4……10-10-4……19-21
Astros 11-6-7……12-8-5……..23-13
KC 5-14-3……..8-15-3……13-29
Angels 14-3-1……9-14-6……..23-17
Twins 9-12-3……7-10-5…….16-22
NYY 12-4-4……15-6-4…….27-10
A’s 9-12-6……7-8-5………16-21
Seattle 15-7-4……8-8-6………23-15
TB 14-8-5……6-9-3………20-16
Texas 9-12-4……7-14-3……..16-26
Toronto 7-11-3……..6-16-5…….13-27

%age of times teams score in first inning (road/home/total- 5/21)
Ariz 8-20……..6-25……….14
Atl 11-25……11-21……..22
Cubs 6-23……..11-23………17
Reds 5-23……..5-23………..10
Colo 12-30……..6-18..…….18
LA 9-25……..5-21..………14
Miami 7-22……..10-26……….17
Milw 8-28……..3-19…..……11
Mets 6-20……..9-23………..15
Philly 6-23……..9-23……….15
Pitt 5-22……..7-24………..12
StL 6-20……..5-24………..11
SD 6-22……..3-26………..9
SF 2-23………11-24….…13
Wash 12-23……..8-24……..20

Orioles 8-24……..8-23………16
Boston 9-25……..9-22………18
White Sox 5-22……8-23………12
Clev 7-23…….7-22……….14
Detroit 8-25…….4-22………12
Astros 6-22……5-23……….9
KC 7-22……..7-25………14
Angels 7-18……..4-28………11
Twins 7-24……3-27……….10
NYY 5-20……..9-24………14
A’s 6-27……..7-20………13
Seattle 9-24……6-22……….15
TB 12-27…..4-18………16
Texas 3-25……4-24……….7
Toronto 4-21……7-26……….11

Interleague play- 2018
NL @ AL– 25-8 NL, favorites +$284
AL @ NL– 15-10 NL, favorites -$212
Total: 40-18 NL, favorites +$72

Totals in interleague games
NL @ AL: Under 16-12-1
AL @ NL: Under 12-6-1
Total: Under 28-18-2

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MLB

Tuesday, May 22

Trend Report

Atlanta Braves
Atlanta is 9-4 SU in its last 13 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Atlanta's last 6 games
Atlanta is 10-3 ATS in its last 13 games on the road
Atlanta is 11-2 SU in its last 13 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Atlanta's last 6 games on the road
Atlanta is 10-5 SU in its last 15 games when playing Philadelphia
Atlanta is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia
Atlanta is 4-10 SU in its last 14 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia
Philadelphia Phillies
Philadelphia is 11-3 ATS in its last 14 games
Philadelphia is 9-3 SU in its last 12 games
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Philadelphia's last 9 games
Philadelphia is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games at home
Philadelphia is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Philadelphia's last 6 games at home
Philadelphia is 5-10 SU in its last 15 games when playing Atlanta
Philadelphia is 10-4 SU in its last 14 games when playing at home against Atlanta
Philadelphia is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Atlanta


San Diego Padres
San Diego is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games
San Diego is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of San Diego's last 5 games
San Diego is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 5 of San Diego's last 6 games on the road
San Diego is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Washington
San Diego is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Washington
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of San Diego's last 6 games when playing Washington
San Diego is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Washington
Washington Nationals
Washington is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
Washington is 14-5 SU in its last 19 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Washington's last 5 games
Washington is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games at home
Washington is 8-4 SU in its last 12 games at home
Washington is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Washington's last 5 games at home
Washington is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing San Diego
Washington is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing San Diego
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Washington's last 6 games when playing San Diego
Washington is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against San Diego


Cleveland Indians
Cleveland is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
Cleveland is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone OVER in 16 of Cleveland's last 23 games
Cleveland is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games on the road
Cleveland is 3-8 SU in its last 11 games on the road
Cleveland is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Chi Cubs
Cleveland is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Chi Cubs
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Cleveland's last 6 games when playing Chi Cubs
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Cleveland's last 5 games when playing on the road against Chi Cubs
Chicago Cubs
Chi Cubs is 9-4 SU in its last 13 games
Chi Cubs is 11-4 SU in its last 15 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 5 games at home
Chi Cubs is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Cleveland
Chi Cubs is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Cleveland
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 6 games when playing Cleveland
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 5 games when playing at home against Cleveland


Los Angeles Angels
LA Angels is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games
LA Angels is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games
LA Angels is 13-4 ATS in its last 17 games on the road
LA Angels is 14-3 SU in its last 17 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of LA Angels's last 6 games on the road
LA Angels is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing Toronto
LA Angels is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Toronto
LA Angels is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Toronto
Toronto Blue Jays
Toronto is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 games
Toronto is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Toronto's last 6 games
Toronto is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games at home
Toronto is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games at home
Toronto is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing LA Angels
Toronto is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against LA Angels
Toronto is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against LA Angels


Boston Red Sox
Boston is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
Boston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
Boston is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games on the road
Boston is 17-7 SU in its last 24 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Boston's last 7 games on the road
Boston is 1-10 ATS in its last 11 games when playing Tampa Bay
Boston is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games when playing Tampa Bay
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Boston's last 9 games when playing Tampa Bay
Boston is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay
Boston is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Boston's last 6 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay Rays
Tampa Bay is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games
Tampa Bay is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games
Tampa Bay is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games at home
Tampa Bay is 10-1 ATS in its last 11 games when playing Boston
Tampa Bay is 2-7 SU in its last 9 games when playing Boston
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Tampa Bay's last 9 games when playing Boston
Tampa Bay is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Boston
Tampa Bay is 2-7 SU in its last 9 games when playing at home against Boston
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Tampa Bay's last 6 games when playing at home against Boston


Pittsburgh Pirates
Pittsburgh is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games
Pittsburgh is 8-4 SU in its last 12 games
Pittsburgh is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Pittsburgh is 4-9 SU in its last 13 games on the road
Pittsburgh is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Cincinnati
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Pittsburgh's last 9 games when playing Cincinnati
Pittsburgh is 2-6 SU in its last 8 games when playing on the road against Cincinnati
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 5 games when playing on the road against Cincinnati
Cincinnati Reds
Cincinnati is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games
Cincinnati is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games
Cincinnati is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Cincinnati is 4-11 SU in its last 15 games at home
Cincinnati is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Pittsburgh
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Cincinnati's last 9 games when playing Pittsburgh
Cincinnati is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Cincinnati's last 5 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh


Miami Marlins
Miami is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games
Miami is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games on the road
Miami is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games when playing NY Mets
Miami is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing NY Mets
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Miami's last 6 games when playing NY Mets
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Miami's last 5 games when playing on the road against NY Mets
New York Mets
NY Mets is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games
NY Mets is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of NY Mets's last 10 games
NY Mets is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games at home
NY Mets is 6-12 ATS in its last 18 games at home
NY Mets is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home
NY Mets is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Miami
NY Mets is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Miami
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of NY Mets's last 6 games when playing Miami
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of NY Mets's last 5 games when playing at home against Miami


Arizona Diamondbacks
Arizona is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games
Arizona is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Arizona's last 6 games
Arizona is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Arizona is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 12 of Arizona's last 17 games on the road
Arizona is 1-8 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Milwaukee
Arizona is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games when playing Milwaukee
Arizona is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Milwaukee
Arizona is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games when playing on the road against Milwaukee
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Arizona's last 5 games when playing on the road against Milwaukee
Milwaukee Brewers
Milwaukee is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games
Milwaukee is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
Milwaukee is 8-4 ATS in its last 12 games at home
Milwaukee is 9-3 SU in its last 12 games at home
Milwaukee is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Arizona
Milwaukee is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games when playing Arizona
Milwaukee is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games when playing at home against Arizona
Milwaukee is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games when playing at home against Arizona
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Milwaukee's last 5 games when playing at home against Arizona


New York Yankees
NY Yankees is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
NY Yankees is 21-4 SU in its last 25 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of NY Yankees's last 7 games
NY Yankees is 9-1 ATS in its last 10 games on the road
NY Yankees is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of NY Yankees's last 5 games on the road
NY Yankees is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games when playing Texas
The total has gone OVER in 4 of NY Yankees's last 5 games when playing Texas
NY Yankees is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Texas
The total has gone OVER in 4 of NY Yankees's last 6 games when playing on the road against Texas
Texas Rangers
Texas is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games
Texas is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Texas's last 10 games
Texas is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Texas is 6-16 SU in its last 22 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Texas's last 6 games at home
Texas is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games when playing NY Yankees
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Texas's last 5 games when playing NY Yankees
Texas is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against NY Yankees
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Texas's last 6 games when playing at home against NY Yankees


Baltimore Orioles
Baltimore is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games
Baltimore is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Baltimore's last 6 games
Baltimore is 3-14 ATS in its last 17 games on the road
Baltimore is 2-15 SU in its last 17 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Baltimore's last 7 games on the road
Baltimore is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Chi White Sox
Baltimore is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games when playing Chi White Sox
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Baltimore's last 6 games when playing Chi White Sox
Baltimore is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Chi White Sox
Chicago White Sox
Chi White Sox is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games
Chi White Sox is 5-15 SU in its last 20 games
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Chi White Sox's last 8 games
Chi White Sox is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games at home
Chi White Sox is 6-17 SU in its last 23 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chi White Sox's last 5 games at home
Chi White Sox is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Baltimore
Chi White Sox is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games when playing Baltimore
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Chi White Sox's last 6 games when playing Baltimore
Chi White Sox is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Baltimore


San Francisco Giants
San Francisco is 6-3 ATS in its last 9 games
San Francisco is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games on the road
San Francisco is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games on the road
San Francisco is 8-2 SU in its last 10 games when playing Houston
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of San Francisco's last 10 games when playing Houston
San Francisco is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Houston
The total has gone OVER in 5 of San Francisco's last 7 games when playing on the road against Houston
Houston Astros
Houston is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
Houston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Houston's last 11 games
Houston is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Houston is 8-15 ATS in its last 23 games at home
Houston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Houston's last 6 games at home
Houston is 2-8 SU in its last 10 games when playing San Francisco
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Houston's last 10 games when playing San Francisco
Houston is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against San Francisco
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Houston's last 7 games when playing at home against San Francisco


Detroit Tigers
Detroit is 9-4 ATS in its last 13 games
Detroit is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Detroit's last 6 games
Detroit is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games on the road
Detroit is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games on the road
Detroit is 1-8 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Minnesota
Detroit is 1-8 SU in its last 9 games when playing Minnesota
The total has gone OVER in 9 of Detroit's last 13 games when playing Minnesota
Detroit is 15-4 ATS in its last 19 games when playing on the road against Minnesota
Detroit is 16-5 SU in its last 21 games when playing on the road against Minnesota
Detroit is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Minnesota
Minnesota Twins
Minnesota is 11-5 ATS in its last 16 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Minnesota's last 9 games
Minnesota is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Detroit
Minnesota is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games when playing Detroit
The total has gone OVER in 9 of Minnesota's last 13 games when playing Detroit
Minnesota is 4-15 ATS in its last 19 games when playing at home against Detroit
Minnesota is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Detroit
Minnesota is 5-16 SU in its last 21 games when playing at home against Detroit


Kansas City Royals
Kansas City is 1-8 ATS in its last 9 games
Kansas City is 1-8 SU in its last 9 games
Kansas City is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Kansas City is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Kansas City's last 12 games on the road
Kansas City is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games when playing St. Louis
Kansas City is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing St. Louis
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Kansas City's last 5 games when playing St. Louis
Kansas City is 2-6 SU in its last 8 games when playing on the road against St. Louis
St. Louis Cardinals
St. Louis is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games
St. Louis is 6-15 ATS in its last 21 games
St. Louis is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 13 of St. Louis's last 19 games
St. Louis is 4-8 ATS in its last 12 games at home
St. Louis is 13-5 SU in its last 18 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of St. Louis's last 12 games at home
St. Louis is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Kansas City
St. Louis is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Kansas City
The total has gone OVER in 4 of St. Louis's last 5 games when playing Kansas City
St. Louis is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing at home against Kansas City


Seattle Mariners
Seattle is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games
Seattle is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
Seattle is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 games on the road
Seattle is 9-4 SU in its last 13 games on the road
Seattle is 9-1 ATS in its last 10 games when playing Oakland
Seattle is 12-3 SU in its last 15 games when playing Oakland
Seattle is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Oakland
Seattle is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Oakland
Oakland Athletics
Oakland is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games
Oakland is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games
Oakland is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Oakland is 8-4 SU in its last 12 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Oakland's last 5 games at home
Oakland is 1-9 ATS in its last 10 games when playing Seattle
Oakland is 3-12 SU in its last 15 games when playing Seattle
Oakland is 1-6 ATS in its last 7 games when playing at home against Seattle
Oakland is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Seattle


Colorado Rockies
The total has gone UNDER in 17 of Colorado's last 24 games
Colorado is 10-3 ATS in its last 13 games on the road
Colorado is 9-3 SU in its last 12 games on the road
Colorado is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games when playing LA Dodgers
Colorado is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing LA Dodgers
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Colorado's last 5 games when playing LA Dodgers
Colorado is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against LA Dodgers
Colorado is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against LA Dodgers
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Colorado's last 6 games when playing on the road against LA Dodgers
The total has gone UNDER in 14 of Colorado's last 21 games when playing on the road against LA Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers
LA Dodgers is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
LA Dodgers is 5-10 ATS in its last 15 games
LA Dodgers is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
LA Dodgers is 5-10 SU in its last 15 games
LA Dodgers is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games at home
LA Dodgers is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of LA Dodgers's last 5 games at home
LA Dodgers is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 games when playing Colorado
LA Dodgers is 2-6 SU in its last 8 games when playing Colorado
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of LA Dodgers's last 5 games when playing Colorado
LA Dodgers is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Colorado
LA Dodgers is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Colorado
The total has gone OVER in 5 of LA Dodgers's last 6 games when playing at home against Colorado
The total has gone UNDER in 14 of LA Dodgers's last 21 games when playing at home against Colorado

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ATLANTA (28 - 18) at PHILADELPHIA (27 - 18) - 7:05 PM
BRANDON MCCARTHY (R) vs. VINCENT VELASQUEZ (R)
Top Trends for this game.
PHILADELPHIA is 834-875 (+21.2 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
ATLANTA is 28-18 (+12.9 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
ATLANTA is 70-68 (+24.7 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 3 seasons.
ATLANTA is 17-9 (+11.1 Units) against the money line in road games this season.
ATLANTA is 9-2 (+8.5 Units) against the money line in road games in May games this season.
ATLANTA is 19-10 (+11.3 Units) against the money line against division opponents this season.
ATLANTA is 58-67 (+20.8 Units) against the money line in road games in night games over the last 3 seasons.
ATLANTA is 66-73 (+23.3 Units) against the money line in road games against right-handed starters over the last 3 seasons.
ATLANTA is 13-4 (+10.1 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
ATLANTA is 16-9 (+10.3 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
ATLANTA is 6-4 (+2.4 Units) against PHILADELPHIA this season
5 of 9 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.7 Units)
BRANDON MCCARTHY vs. PHILADELPHIA since 1997
MCCARTHY is 3-1 when starting against PHILADELPHIA with an ERA of 2.50 and a WHIP of 1.334.
His team's record is 4-2 (+1.4 units) in these starts. The OVER is 4-2. (+2.0 units)
VINCENT VELASQUEZ vs. ATLANTA since 1997
VELASQUEZ is 0-4 when starting against ATLANTA with an ERA of 4.89 and a WHIP of 1.474.
His team's record is 2-5 (-3.8 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 2-5. (-3.4 units)

SAN DIEGO (20 - 29) at WASHINGTON (25 - 21) - 7:05 PM
ERIC LAUER (L) vs. JEREMY HELLICKSON (R)
Top Trends for this game.
WASHINGTON is 87-50 (+20.0 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 120-140 (+20.3 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 3 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 80-77 (+23.3 Units) against the money line in road games after allowing 10 runs or more since 1997.
SAN DIEGO is 97-116 (+15.6 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 3 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 58-49 (-21.0 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 5-11 (-9.8 Units) against the money line against left-handed starters this season.
WASHINGTON is 30-32 (-19.8 Units) against the money line in home games after a win over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 31-28 (-18.7 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
WASHINGTON is 3-1 (+1.7 Units) against SAN DIEGO this season
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=-0.3 Units, Under=-0.2 Units)
ERIC LAUER vs. WASHINGTON since 1997
No recent starts.
JEREMY HELLICKSON vs. SAN DIEGO since 1997
HELLICKSON is 3-4 when starting against SAN DIEGO with an ERA of 5.80 and a WHIP of 1.308.
His team's record is 4-5 (-1.1 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 3-6. (-3.9 units)

MIAMI (17 - 30) at NY METS (24 - 19) - 7:10 PM
CALEB SMITH (L) vs. ZACK WHEELER (R)
Top Trends for this game.
MIAMI is 71-97 (-32.4 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 3 seasons.
NY METS are 94-111 (-27.0 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
NY METS are 49-55 (-20.3 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
NY METS are 38-47 (-31.1 Units) against the money line in home games against division opponents over the last 3 seasons.
NY METS are 44-46 (-26.6 Units) against the money line in home games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY METS is 4-0 (+4.0 Units) against MIAMI this season
3 of 4 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+1.8 Units)
CALEB SMITH vs. NY METS since 1997
SMITH is 0-0 when starting against NY METS with an ERA of 5.40 and a WHIP of 1.200.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.0 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-1. (-1.3 units)
ZACK WHEELER vs. MIAMI since 1997
WHEELER is 3-1 when starting against MIAMI with an ERA of 2.15 and a WHIP of 0.954.
His team's record is 5-3 (+2.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-4. (-1.1 units)

PITTSBURGH (26 - 20) at CINCINNATI (16 - 32) - 7:10 PM
JAMESON TAILLON (R) vs. MATT HARVEY (R)
Top Trends for this game.
PITTSBURGH is 60-79 (-21.9 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 119-130 (+25.9 Units) against the money line in road games when playing on Tuesday since 1997.
PITTSBURGH is 198-189 (+29.7 Units) against the money line when playing with a day off since 1997.
PITTSBURGH is 10-3 (+8.5 Units) against the money line against division opponents this season.
CINCINNATI is 16-32 (-12.4 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
CINCINNATI is 5-18 (-12.6 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 this season.
CINCINNATI is 7-18 (-11.2 Units) against the money line in home games this season.
CINCINNATI is 3-15 (-12.4 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 9 to 9.5 this season.
CINCINNATI is 4-18 (-13.5 Units) against the money line against division opponents this season.
HARVEY is 6-16 (-15.1 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
HARVEY is 15-30 (-19.3 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
PITTSBURGH is 3-1 (+1.8 Units) against CINCINNATI this season
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=-0.2 Units, Under=-0.1 Units)
JAMESON TAILLON vs. CINCINNATI since 1997
TAILLON is 2-2 when starting against CINCINNATI with an ERA of 4.23 and a WHIP of 1.321.
His team's record is 5-3 (+0.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-4. (-1.5 units)
MATT HARVEY vs. PITTSBURGH since 1997
HARVEY is 1-1 when starting against PITTSBURGH with an ERA of 5.46 and a WHIP of 1.429.
His team's record is 1-4 (-4.9 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-3. (-2.1 units)

ARIZONA (25 - 22) at MILWAUKEE (29 - 19) - 7:40 PM
MATT KOCH (R) vs. JHOULYS CHACIN (R)
Top Trends for this game.
MILWAUKEE is 29-19 (+12.7 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 40-34 (+11.8 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons.
MILWAUKEE is 12-6 (+8.1 Units) against the money line in May games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 23-9 (+16.2 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
MILWAUKEE is 23-14 (+11.4 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
MILWAUKEE is 40-34 (+15.0 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
CHACIN is 25-17 (+14.6 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
CHACIN is 13-7 (+8.7 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
ARIZONA is 119-94 (+19.1 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 15-8 (+13.0 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +125 to +175 over the last 2 seasons.
ARIZONA is 22-10 (+12.7 Units) against the money line when playing on Tuesday over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
MILWAUKEE is 3-1 (+2.5 Units) against ARIZONA this season
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=-0.0 Units, Under=-0.3 Units)
MATT KOCH vs. MILWAUKEE since 1997
KOCH is 0-1 when starting against MILWAUKEE with an ERA of 16.63 and a WHIP of 2.309.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.1 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-1. (-1.0 units)
JHOULYS CHACIN vs. ARIZONA since 1997
CHACIN is 6-4 when starting against ARIZONA with an ERA of 3.36 and a WHIP of 1.222.
His team's record is 10-7 (+3.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 7-10. (-3.7 units)

COLORADO (26 - 22) at LA DODGERS (20 - 27) - 10:10 PM
CHAD BETTIS (R) vs. BROCK STEWART (R)
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
COLORADO is 1-0 (+1.7 Units) against LA DODGERS this season
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+1.0 Units)
CHAD BETTIS vs. LA DODGERS since 1997
BETTIS is 2-2 when starting against LA DODGERS with an ERA of 5.40 and a WHIP of 1.591.
His team's record is 4-3 (+3.5 units) in these starts. The OVER is 5-2. (+3.2 units)
BROCK STEWART vs. COLORADO since 1997
STEWART is 0-1 when starting against COLORADO with an ERA of 20.25 and a WHIP of 2.750.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.1 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-1. (-1.1 units)

LA ANGELS (26 - 21) at TORONTO (22 - 25) - 7:05 PM
GARRETT RICHARDS (R) vs. J.A. HAPP (L)
Top Trends for this game.
LA ANGELS are 39-54 (-17.4 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons.
LA ANGELS are 14-4 (+11.1 Units) against the money line in road games this season.
LA ANGELS are 22-10 (+13.8 Units) against the money line when playing on Tuesday over the last 2 seasons.
LA ANGELS are 10-2 (+9.1 Units) against the money line in road games in night games this season.
TORONTO is 58-72 (-22.1 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
GARRETT RICHARDS vs. TORONTO since 1997
RICHARDS is 2-2 when starting against TORONTO with an ERA of 5.70 and a WHIP of 1.633.
His team's record is 3-2 (+0.8 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 2-3. (-1.1 units)
J.A. HAPP vs. LA ANGELS since 1997
HAPP is 1-6 when starting against LA ANGELS with an ERA of 6.17 and a WHIP of 1.572.
His team's record is 1-6 (-7.1 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 6-1. (+5.0 units)

BOSTON (32 - 15) at TAMPA BAY (22 - 23) - 7:10 PM
CHRIS SALE (L) vs. JACOB FARIA (R)
Top Trends for this game.
BOSTON is 23-7 (+13.8 Units) against the money line when playing on Tuesday over the last 2 seasons.
BOSTON is 80-51 (+23.0 Units) against the money line in road games in night games over the last 3 seasons.
BOSTON is 103-62 (+24.0 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
BOSTON is 7-3 (+1.7 Units) against TAMPA BAY this season
6 of 10 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+1.6 Units)
CHRIS SALE vs. TAMPA BAY since 1997
SALE is 8-5 when starting against TAMPA BAY with an ERA of 3.08 and a WHIP of 0.956.
His team's record is 9-6 (+0.8 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 7-7. (-1.2 units)
JACOB FARIA vs. BOSTON since 1997
FARIA is 1-1 when starting against BOSTON with an ERA of 7.71 and a WHIP of 2.142.
His team's record is 1-2 (-0.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-2. (-1.1 units)

NY YANKEES (31 - 13) at TEXAS (18 - 31) - 8:05 PM
DOMINGO GERMAN (R) vs. COLE HAMELS (L)
Top Trends for this game.
TEXAS is 191-185 (+18.4 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS is 88-72 (+25.1 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS is 141-127 (+23.7 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS is 82-78 (+25.4 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
HAMELS is 33-17 (+17.5 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
NY YANKEES is 1-0 (+1.0 Units) against TEXAS this season
1 of 1 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+1.0 Units)
DOMINGO GERMAN vs. TEXAS since 1997
No recent starts.
COLE HAMELS vs. NY YANKEES since 1997
HAMELS is 1-3 when starting against NY YANKEES with an ERA of 4.30 and a WHIP of 1.432.
His team's record is 2-3 (-0.7 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 2-2. (-0.5 units)

BALTIMORE (15 - 32) at CHI WHITE SOX (13 - 31) - 8:10 PM
KEVIN GAUSMAN (R) vs. JAMES SHIELDS (R)
Top Trends for this game.
BALTIMORE is 15-32 (-16.2 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
BALTIMORE is 1-9 (-10.9 Units) against the money line as a road favorite of -125 to -175 over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 33-71 (-33.6 Units) against the money line in road games over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 5-20 (-14.8 Units) against the money line in road games in May games over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 9-20 (-13.4 Units) against the money line when playing on Tuesday over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 23-47 (-20.9 Units) against the money line in road games in night games over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 56-84 (-29.3 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 14-27 (-13.9 Units) against the money line in road games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
GAUSMAN is 12-29 (-17.9 Units) against the money line on the road when the money line is +125 to -125 since 1997. (Team's Record)
GAUSMAN is 0-6 (-8.0 Units) against the money line as a road favorite of -125 to -175 over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
CHI WHITE SOX are 13-31 (-15.8 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
CHI WHITE SOX are 6-17 (-11.8 Units) against the money line in home games this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
BALTIMORE is 1-0 (+1.0 Units) against CHI WHITE SOX this season
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+1.0 Units)
KEVIN GAUSMAN vs. CHI WHITE SOX since 1997
GAUSMAN is 0-0 when starting against CHI WHITE SOX with an ERA of 3.00 and a WHIP of 0.833.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.7 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-1. (-1.2 units)
JAMES SHIELDS vs. BALTIMORE since 1997
SHIELDS is 11-8 when starting against BALTIMORE with an ERA of 3.99 and a WHIP of 1.276.
His team's record is 16-12 (-0.8 units) in these starts. The OVER is 14-12. (+1.1 units)

DETROIT (20 - 27) at MINNESOTA (20 - 23) - 8:10 PM
MATT BOYD (L) vs. LANCE LYNN (R)
Top Trends for this game.
DETROIT is 84-125 (-32.7 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 34-56 (-20.4 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 45-84 (-33.4 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 57-97 (-33.5 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 39-62 (-22.9 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 105-101 (+7.3 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 70-60 (+12.2 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 80-101 (-27.9 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 3 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 30-46 (-19.4 Units) against the money line in home games against division opponents over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
MINNESOTA is 1-0 (+1.0 Units) against DETROIT this season
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+1.0 Units)
MATT BOYD vs. MINNESOTA since 1997
BOYD is 5-2 when starting against MINNESOTA with an ERA of 3.98 and a WHIP of 1.121.
His team's record is 7-4 (+2.5 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 3-6. (-3.6 units)
LANCE LYNN vs. DETROIT since 1997
LYNN is 1-1 when starting against DETROIT with an ERA of 4.38 and a WHIP of 1.541.
His team's record is 1-1 (+0.0 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-1. (-0.2 units)

SEATTLE (27 - 19) at OAKLAND (25 - 22) - 10:05 PM
MIKE LEAKE (R) vs. TREVOR CAHILL (R)
Top Trends for this game.
LEAKE is 40-52 (-22.5 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 since 1997. (Team's Record)
LEAKE is 12-23 (-16.5 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
OAKLAND is 57-44 (+15.0 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
OAKLAND is 32-20 (+15.5 Units) against the money line in home games after a win over the last 2 seasons.
SEATTLE is 18-9 (+8.3 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
LEAKE is 14-5 (+12.2 Units) against the money line in road games in May games since 1997. (Team's Record)
LEAKE is 10-3 (+11.1 Units) against the money line in road games when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
SEATTLE is 4-2 (+1.5 Units) against OAKLAND this season
3 of 6 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=-0.3 Units, Under=-0.3 Units)
MIKE LEAKE vs. OAKLAND since 1997
LEAKE is 1-1 when starting against OAKLAND with an ERA of 3.60 and a WHIP of 1.400.
His team's record is 3-1 (+2.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-1. (+2.0 units)
TREVOR CAHILL vs. SEATTLE since 1997
CAHILL is 5-4 when starting against SEATTLE with an ERA of 3.48 and a WHIP of 1.386.
His team's record is 7-6 (+0.7 units) in these starts. The OVER is 8-5. (+3.0 units)

CLEVELAND (22 - 23) at CHICAGO CUBS (25 - 19) - 7:05 PM
TREVOR BAUER (R) vs. TYLER CHATWOOD (R)
Top Trends for this game.
CLEVELAND is 22-23 (-11.9 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
CLEVELAND is 20-25 (-17.3 Units) against the money line in May games over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 14-17 (-11.6 Units) against the money line when playing on Tuesday over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 8-16 (-18.1 Units) against the money line in an inter-league game over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 10-15 (-11.7 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
CLEVELAND is 12-16 (-12.5 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
CLEVELAND is 7-15 (-12.4 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
CHICAGO CUBS are 121-95 (-17.0 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 919-831 (-160.4 Units) against the money line in home games since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 21-25 (-14.4 Units) against the money line in May games over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 243-280 (-71.2 Units) against the money line when playing on Tuesday since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 44-39 (-20.9 Units) against the money line in home games against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 64-57 (-18.9 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 839-780 (-155.8 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record since 1997.
CHATWOOD is 12-18 (-12.9 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
CHATWOOD is 5-13 (-12.5 Units) against the money line in home games in night games over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
CHATWOOD is 8-15 (-13.1 Units) against the money line in home games after a win over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
CHATWOOD is 14-20 (-16.3 Units) against the money line in home games when playing against a team with a losing record since 1997. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO CUBS is 1-1 (+0.3 Units) against CLEVELAND this season
1 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.0 Units)
TREVOR BAUER vs. CHICAGO CUBS since 1997
BAUER is 2-2 when starting against CHICAGO CUBS with an ERA of 2.53 and a WHIP of 1.312.
His team's record is 2-2 (+0.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 0-4. (-4.2 units)
TYLER CHATWOOD vs. CLEVELAND since 1997
CHATWOOD is 1-1 when starting against CLEVELAND with an ERA of 2.84 and a WHIP of 1.263.
His team's record is 2-1 (+1.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-2. (-1.4 units)

SAN FRANCISCO (24 - 24) at HOUSTON (30 - 18) - 8:10 PM
ANDREW SUAREZ (L) vs. GERRIT COLE (R)
Top Trends for this game.
SAN FRANCISCO is 88-122 (-33.6 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN FRANCISCO is 36-69 (-27.8 Units) against the money line in road games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN FRANCISCO is 58-84 (-31.2 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 13-19 (-17.7 Units) against the money line in home games against left-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.
ANDREW SUAREZ vs. HOUSTON since 1997
No recent starts.
GERRIT COLE vs. SAN FRANCISCO since 1997
COLE is 4-1 when starting against SAN FRANCISCO with an ERA of 3.18 and a WHIP of 1.261.
His team's record is 5-1 (+3.8 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-3. (-2.4 units)

KANSAS CITY (14 - 33) at ST LOUIS (26 - 19) - 8:15 PM
JASON HAMMEL (R) vs. LUKE WEAVER (R)
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS CITY is 14-33 (-15.4 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
KANSAS CITY is 5-24 (-18.1 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
HAMMEL is 12-29 (-16.0 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
ST LOUIS is 97-89 (-27.3 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 3 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 10-17 (-14.2 Units) against the money line in home games when playing on Tuesday over the last 3 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 9-16 (-14.0 Units) against the money line in home games in an inter-league game over the last 3 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 60-63 (-28.1 Units) against the money line in home games in night games over the last 3 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 74-68 (-21.3 Units) against the money line in home games against right-handed starters over the last 3 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 44-51 (-29.0 Units) against the money line in home games after a win over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ST LOUIS is 1-0 (+1.0 Units) against KANSAS CITY this season
1 of 1 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+1.0 Units)
JASON HAMMEL vs. ST LOUIS since 1997
HAMMEL is 4-6 when starting against ST LOUIS with an ERA of 5.54 and a WHIP of 1.365.
His team's record is 5-9 (-4.1 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 6-8. (-3.6 units)
LUKE WEAVER vs. KANSAS CITY since 1997
No recent starts.

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NBA Western Conference Final Game 4 betting preview and odds: Rockets at Warriors

Houston Rockets at Golden State Warriors (-8.5, 224)

Warriors lead series 2-1

All the questions that were raised by the Golden State Warriors' lackluster performance in Game 2, particularly surrounding star guard Stephen Curry, were answered in emphatic fashion in a dominating performance in Game 3. Similar questions are now surrounding the top-seeded Houston Rockets, who will try to bounce back from an embarrassing performance and even the Western Conference finals at two wins apiece when they visit the Warriors for Game 4 on Tuesday.

Curry averaged 17 points and was a combined 2-of-13 from 3-point range as the Warriors split the first two games in Houston but found his shot during a third-quarter outburst on Sunday and finished with a game-high 35 points on 13-of-23 shooting as second-seeded Golden State breezed to a 126-85 victory. "A lot of it was just talking to myself, almost like you've got to be your biggest fan sometimes," Curry told reporters. "No matter what questions I was being asked over the first two games or what the expectations was, I had the highest expectations for myself. And you've just got to find whatever you want to get going. I mean, obviously, it felt good, and you want to use that energy to show your teammates that you're here, you're with them, get the crowd into it." The Rockets, who scored 127 points on 51.1 percent shooting while winning Game 2, suffered the worst playoff loss in franchise history in Game 3. "It's just one thing led to another," Houston coach Mike D'Antoni told reporters. "Played soft, actually. I mean, you can't do that with these guys. These guys are good."

TV: 9 p.m. ET, TNT

LINE HISTORY: Golden State opened a 8.5-point home favorites for Game 4 and at some shops the number has been bet down to an even -8. The total opened 223 and has been bet up to 224 at most books.

INJURY REPORT:

Warriors - SG Patrick McCaw (Early June, Back), SF Chris Boucher (Out Indefinitely, Ankle).

Rockets - No injuries to report.

MATCHUP CHART:

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ABOUT THE ROCKETS: Houston shot 39.5 percent from the floor, including 11-of-34 from beyond the arc, and committed 20 turnovers leading to 28 points on Sunday. "We weren't as aggressive as we needed to be," Rockets star James Harden, who agreed with his coach's assessment of the team, told reporters. "We started off the game pretty solid, and then we let them gain some confidence to end the first quarter. But just defensively, they didn't feel us, and it showed tonight." Harden scored a team-high 20 points in the loss but attempted just 16 field goals after averaging 24 attempts in the first two games and attempted a series-low five free throws, converting four.

ABOUT THE WARRIORS: Curry went 3-of-11 from the floor in the first half on Sunday but was 7-of-7 in the third quarter, sparking a run that put the game out of reach. "You know, I've seen those explosions happen here and everywhere," Warriors forward Draymond Green told reporters of Curry's third-quarter outburst. "It's not just here. Nonetheless, definitely get a lot of support from the fans. His 3 is similar to some people's dunk. You go to certain arenas and a guy gets a dunk and it's just absurd. That's how his 3-ball is." Green finished with 10 points, 17 rebounds and six assists while serving as the key to the team's much-improved defensive effort.

TRENDS:

* Warriors are 5-1 ATS in their last 6 Conference Finals games.
* Under is 6-1 in Rockets last 7 games after allowing more than 125 points in their previous game.
* Under is 5-1 in Warriors last 6 overall.

CONSENSUS: 51 percent of spread bets are on Golden State while 67 percent of totals bets are on the Over.

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NBA
Dunkel

Tuesday, May 22


Houston @ Golden State

Game 505-506
May 22, 2018 @ 9:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Houston
124.054
Golden State
129.512
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Golden State
by 5 1/2
228
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Golden State
by 9
223 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Houston
(+9); Over

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NBA
Long Sheet

Tuesday, May 22

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HOUSTON (74 - 21) at GOLDEN STATE (68 - 27) - 5/22/2018, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
GOLDEN STATE is 63-41 ATS (+17.9 Units) in all playoff games since 1996.
GOLDEN STATE is 65-39 ATS (+22.1 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 106+ points/game - 2nd half of the season since 1996.
HOUSTON is 27-18 ATS (+7.2 Units) in road games this season.
HOUSTON is 21-9 ATS (+11.1 Units) in road games revenging a loss vs opponent over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 20-7 ATS (+12.3 Units) in road games after allowing 115 points or more over the last 2 seasons.
HOUSTON is 24-15 ATS (+7.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record - 2nd half of the season this season.
GOLDEN STATE is 40-52 ATS (-17.2 Units) in all games this season.
GOLDEN STATE is 38-46 ATS (-12.6 Units) as a favorite this season.
GOLDEN STATE is 1-10 ATS (-10.0 Units) on Tuesday nights this season.
GOLDEN STATE is 16-25 ATS (-11.5 Units) after a win by 10 points or more this season.
GOLDEN STATE is 21-33 ATS (-15.3 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
GOLDEN STATE is 11-22 ATS (-13.2 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record - 2nd half of the season this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
GOLDEN STATE is 11-6 against the spread versus HOUSTON over the last 3 seasons
GOLDEN STATE is 13-5 straight up against HOUSTON over the last 3 seasons
11 of 18 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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NBA

Tuesday, May 22

Houston @ Golden State (2-1)
So far in this round of playoffs, closest of the seven games was nine points- not fun to watch. Rockets took 34 3-pointers, 47 2-point shots in Game 2, after taking 42 treys, 48 2’s in Game 2 win. Ariza/Tucker are combined 7-22 in their two losses, 15-18 in the one win. Golden State won its last five home games, but covered only two of them. Under is 5-1 in their last six games. Road team won six of last ten games between these two. Golden State is 26-4 in playoff games since they signed Durant. Under is 9-4 in last 13 series games.

Conference finals
Cavaliers-Celtics
Bos 108-83, +1, U204.5
Bos 107-94, +1, U205.5
Clev 116-86, -6.5, U207
Clev 111-102, -7, O205

Warriors-Rockets
GState 119-106, -1.5, U225.5
Hst 127-105, -1.5, O225
GState 126-85, -7, U228

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NBA

Tuesday, May 22

Trend Report

Houston Rockets
Houston is 18-7 SU in its last 25 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Houston's last 6 games
Houston is 3-5-1 ATS in its last 9 games on the road
Houston is 18-5 SU in its last 23 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Houston's last 8 games on the road
Houston is 6-12-1 ATS in its last 19 games when playing Golden State
Houston is 6-19 SU in its last 25 games when playing Golden State
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Houston's last 13 games when playing Golden State
Houston is 2-4-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Golden State
Houston is 2-12 SU in its last 14 games when playing on the road against Golden State
Golden State Warriors
Golden State is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Golden State's last 6 games
Golden State is 4-8 ATS in its last 12 games at home
Golden State is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
Golden State is 19-6 SU in its last 25 games when playing Houston
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Golden State's last 13 games when playing Houston
Golden State is 12-2 SU in its last 14 games when playing at home against Houston

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Teyas Sports

FREE PICK 5/22 MLB TEXAS +149

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Top Rank Sports Picks

MLB Brewers -145

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National Sports Service

MLB Detroit +150

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Doc's Picks

MLB Mets -110

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Insider Sports Report

MLB Mets over 8

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Elite Sports Picks

MLB Phillies -110

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The Sports Consensus

NBA Rockets over 224

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Primetime Sports Picks

MLB Angels -110

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Profit On Sports

MLB Pirates -130

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Jimmy Boyd May 22 '18, 7:45 PM in 1h
MLB | Pirates vs Reds
Play on: Reds +122 at 5Dimes

Free pick on Reds +122
I'm recommending a play on the Reds as a decently priced home dog against division rival Pittsburgh. Cincinnati will have Matt Harvey on the mound for his third start since coming over from New York. While Harvey pitched just 4 innings in each of his first 2 starts, he's been effective, allowing just 3 runs on 8 hits. The most important thing is the Reds have found a way to win both times he's been out there.
I think they keep it going with Harvey behind a big day at the plate. Cincinnati's offense is due to explode after scoring just 1 run in their final 2 games against the Cubs. They will definitely be locked in against Pirates starter Jameson Taillon, who nearly threw a no-hitter against them earlier this season. Even with that strong start, Tailon has a mere 4.23 ERA in 8 career starts against the Reds. He's also 0-2 with a 4.34 ERA and 1.607 WHIP in 4 road starts this season. Take Cincinnati!

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Jack Jones May 22 '18, 7:15 PM in 31m
MLB | Padres vs Nationals
Play on: Nationals -1½ +110 at 5Dimes

Jack’s Free Pick Tuesday: Washington Nationals -1.5 (+110)
I cashed in the Nationals on the Run Line in a 10-2 victory over the Padres yesterday. I’ll back them on the Run Line as today’s free pick once again for similar reasons. They came into this series motivated after getting swept by the Dodgers over the weekend.
The Nationals once again have a big advantage on the mound in this one. Jeremy Hellickson has been awesome for them, going 1-0 with a 2.20 ERA and 0.857 WHIP in six starts this season. He is 0-0 with a 1.64 ERA in two home starts, and 1-0 with a 0.52 ERA in his last three starts overall. One of those came against San Diego on May 8th as he pitched 6 2/3 shutout innings in a 4-0 Washington victory.
Eric Lauer has been crushed all season for the Padres. He is 1-2 with an 8.14 ERA and 2.095 WHIP in five starts this season. Lauer has been at his worst away from home, going 0-1 with a 9.23 ERA and 2.210 WHIP in three road starts.
San Diego is 9-27 in its last 36 games after having won three of its last four games coming in. It is losing in this spot by 2.5 runs per game on average. The Padres are 2-9 in their last 11 vs. NL East opponents. The Nationals are 10-2 in their last 12 games following a win. Bet the Nationals on the Run Line Tuesday.

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Totals Guru May 22 '18, 8:05 PM in 1h
MLB | NYY vs TEX
Play on: OVER 9½ -110

Free Total Annihilator On Yankees vs Rangers over 9½ -110

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Hunter Price May 22 '18, 7:10 PM in 26m
MLB | Marlins vs Mets
Play on: Mets -114 at betonline

1* Free Pick on Mets -114

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Info Plays May 22 '18, 7:10 PM in 26m
MLB | Marlins vs Mets
Play on: Marlins +1½ -200 at 5Dimes

1* Free Play on Marlins +1½ -200

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Kenny Walker May 22 '18, 7:10 PM in 26m
MLB | Marlins vs Mets
Play on: Mets -106 at BMaker

Free Pick on Mets

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Mark Wilson May 22 '18, 7:10 PM in 26m
MLB | BOS vs TAM
Play on: UNDER 7 -110

Free Play on Red Sox vs Rays under 7 -110

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Marc Lawrence May 22 '18, 8:10 PM in 1h
MLB | Orioles vs White Sox
Play on: Orioles -122 at betonline

Play - Baltimore Orioles w/Gausman vs Shields (Game 919).
Edges - Orioles: Gausman 18 Ks and 4 BBs last three starts … White Sox: 0-7 Tuesdays this season; and Shields 1-6 last seven team starts during May… With that we recommend a 1* play on Baltimore. Thank you and good luck as always.

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Sal Michaels May 22 '18, 7:05 PM in 21m
MLB | Braves vs Phillies
Play on: Phillies -120 at BetPhoenix

Free Play on Phillies -120

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Dustin Hawkins May 22 '18, 7:45 PM in 1h
MLB | Pirates vs Reds
Play on: Reds +120 at YouWager

Free Play on Reds +120

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Dave Price May 22 '18, 10:10 PM in 3h
MLB | Rockies vs Dodgers
Play on: Rockies +135 at 5Dimes

Dave’s Tuesday Free Play:
1* on Colorado Rockies +135
The Key: I like the price we are getting with the Colorado Rockies as road underdogs to the Los Angeles Dodgers tonight. The Dodgers simply aren’t hitting this season due to injuries and other issues. And Chad Bettis has been a road warrior for the Rockies. Bettis is 4-1 with a 1.83 ERA and 1.02 WHIP in 6 road starts this year. He’ll be opposed by Brock Stewart, who is expected to make his first start of the season for the Dodgers due to DL-stint injuries to Clayton Kershaw, Rich Hill and Hyun-Jin Ryu. Stewart has faced the Rockies once previously, giving up 9 earned runs and 4 homers in 4 innings of a 2-12 loss in Colorado. I feel the wrong team is favored in this matchup. Take Colorado.

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Scott Rickenbach May 22 '18, 9:05 PM in 2h
NBA | Rockets vs Warriors
Play on: Rockets +9 -115 at Bovada

Scott "The Bulldog" Rickenbach NBA Game #505 Tuesday Free Pick Houston Rockets (+) @ Golden State Warriors @ 9:05 ET - The Warriors Andre Iguodala is listed as doubtful for this game. He is a starter and he is important come playoff time because he is a very solid player on the defensive end. That said, this should help lead to a huge Rockets bounce back here. This is particularly true after Houston scored just 85 points in Game 3. With Iguodala's banged up knee an added factor here, the Rockets are a dangerous underdog. Keep in mind, Houston bounce back big at home in Game 2 after getting rolled in Game 1. Look for another big response here. The Rockets are 34-21 ATS (and SU!) in road games with a posted total of 220 or more. Golden State has covered just 16 of 44 games this season when they are off of a win by a double digit margin. Also, the Warriors are only 6-5 SU (1-10 ATS!) in Tuesday games this season. A lot of value for the big road dog in this one! Free Pick HOUSTON

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Frank Sawyer May 22 '18, 7:10 PM in 26m
MLB | Red Sox vs Rays
Play on: Red Sox -225 at YouWager

Take the money-line on the Boston Red Sox versus the Tampa Bay Rays listing both starting pitchers Chris Sale and Jake Faria. Boston (32-15) has won four of their last five games with their 5-0 win at Baltimore on Sunday. The Red Sox have then won 22 of their last 31 games after a win. Boston is 17-8 on the road this season — and they have won 7 of their last 8 road games against teams with a losing record at home. Tampa Bay (22-23) is just 8-10 at home — and they have lost 4 straight home games against teams with a winning percentage over 60% on the road. The Rays come off a 5-2 loss in Los Angeles to the Angels — and they have lost 15 of their last 22 games after a loss. Take Boston with the money-line while listing both starting pitchers. Best of luck — Frank.

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Ross Benjamin May 22 '18, 7:05 PM in 21m
MLB | Indians vs Cubs
Play on: Indians -103 at GTBets

Ross Benjamin has a Tuesday MLB 10* Top Play up for sale right now. The pick comes in the NL East showdown between Atlanta/Philadelphia (7:05 ET). Ross is 20-11 (65%) L31 wiuth his MLB picks. He’s also gone 35-20 (63%) L55 with all his 10* Top Play picks.
Indians (Bauer) @ Cubs (Chatwood) 7:05 PM ET
Game# 925-926
Play On: Indians -103
The Cubs Tyler Chatwood has been in shaky form over his last 3 starts which is evidenced by a lofty 1.53 WHIP during that span. He’s be facing an Indians team that has a less than inspiring .245 team batting average in 2018. Nevertheless, Chatwood is a dismal 2-11 in his career team starts when facing an American League team with a cumulative batting average of .265 or less.
The Indians Trevor Bauer has compiled a stellar 2.59 ERA in 9 starts this season. Bauer is coming off a outstanding outing in his last start in which he allowed 0 earned runs on 4 hits while striking out 10 and walking none during 8.0 innings pitched. That effort resulted in a 6-0 Indians win over the Tigers. Bauer has faced the Cubs once already this season and allowed 1 earned run on just 4 hits while striking out 8 in 6/2/3 innings of work. Cleveland has lost 4 of their previous 6 games and that’s worth noting. The Indians are 50-17 during the last 3 seasons after losing 4 or 5 of their previous 6 games. Bet the Indians for my free pick on Tuesday 5/22.

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Stephen Nover May 22 '18, 8:10 PM in 1h
MLB | Tigers vs Twins
Play on: Tigers +145 at 5Dimes

Strictly a value play here. Lance Lynn just can't be this high of a favorite. He has been a disaster through his first eight starts with a 7.47 ERA and 2.04 WHIP. Minnesota is 2-6 in Lynn's eight outings. Matthew Boyd, on the other hand, has pitched well for Detroit turning in six quality appearances in his eight starts. He has a respectable 3.19 ERA and an excellent 1.06 WHIP.
Detroit has enjoyed success when playing in Minnesota winning 16 of the last 21 times there.

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Pro Computer Gambler May 22 '18, 9:05 PM in 2h
NBA | Rockets vs Warriors
Play on: Rockets +9 -115 at Bovada

NBA SYSTEM OF THE DAY: n database history, road dogs off of a road blowout (13+ pt) loss average 100 or more ppg have gone 118-62-3 ATS (65.6%) against plus .600 teams that aren't on a back to back game. (Rockets)

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Ben Burns May 22 '18, 7:45 PM in 1h
MLB | Pirates vs Reds
Play on: Pirates -130 at 5Dimes

Ben Burns is off a 6-1 Monday that included a top-rated winner at the ballpark. He's now 51-30 his L81 top-rated MLB plays and his 2018 GAME OF THE YEAR goes today. Here, he looks at the Pirates/Reds contest.
Both teams had yesterday off. Both are going to be hungry to get back on track today; the Pirates have lost three straight while the Reds have lost their last two. Pittsburgh should have a much better chance of victory. In addition to having a superb 1.98 ERA his last three starts overall, Taillon has also dominated the Reds the last two times that he's faced them. In fact, he's delivered 15 shutout innings in his last two starts against them, the Pirates winning by a combined score of 10-0. (Last time he saw them, he tossed a complete game 1-hitter.) Meanwhile, Harvey's teams are 1-4 his five career starts against the Pirates. Harvey gave up six runs in five innings the last time he started against Pittsburgh, his team losing 12-7. The Pirates average 4.9 runs per game, 4.5 on the road. The Reds, on the other hand, average 4.0 runs per game, just 3.7 at home. Pittsburgh hits .260 as a team, Cincy hits .238. Consider PITTSBURGH.

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John Martin May 22 '18, 7:05 PM in 21m
MLB | Braves vs Phillies
Play on: Braves +105 at pinnacle

1 Unit FREE PLAY on Atlanta Braves +105
Three times already this season Brandon McCarthy has squared off against Vincent Velasquez. All three times the Braves and McCarthy have come away victorious. McCarthy has pitched 16 innings while allowing only 4 earned runs for a 2.25 ERA. He is now 3-1 with a 2.50 ERA in six previous starts against the Phillies. Velasquez has pitched 12 2/3 innings while allowing 13 earned runs for a 9.23 ERA. He is now 0-4 with a 4.89 ERA and 1.47 WHIP in seven previous starts against the Braves, still in search of his first victory against them. Velasquez is 2-2 with a 6.10 ERA in four home starts this year. Give me the Braves.

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Brandon Lee May 22 '18, 7:40 PM in 56m
MLB | ARI vs MIL
Play on: UNDER 9 +100

10* MLB FREE PICK (Under 9)
I'll take my chances with the Brewers and Diamondbacks finishing UNDER the mark set here by the books. I just think the price is too good to pass up. These two would have to combine for 10 runs for us to not cash. Arizona is known for their offense, but they are in a major funk right now. The Diamondbacks managed just 2 runs on 3 hits last night and have now scored 2 or fewer runs in 9 of their last 11 games.
Hard to see them getting it going against the red-hot Jhoulys Chacin. After a miserable start to the season, Chacin has been on fire, posting a 2.58 ERA over his last 7 starts. He's got a 2.04 ERA and 1.188 WHIP in 3 home starts and a 1.96 ERA in his last 3 outings. He just recently faced Arizona on the road and held them to 1 run on 2 hits in 7 innings.
One reason the total has been set so high is Diamondback starter Matt Koch just allowed 8 runs in 4 1/3 innings at home to these Brewers in his last start. Koch simply didn't have his best stuff. I like him to bounce back here in a big way. Keep in mind that Koch hadn't allowed more than 3 runs in his previous 5 starts to open the season. Give me the UNDER 9!

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Jesse Schule May 22 '18, 7:40 PM in 56m
MLB | Diamondbacks vs Brewers
Play on: Brewers -133 at 5Dimes

D'Backs vs Brewers Free Pick May 22, 2018 The Milwaukee Brewers have won eight of their last 11 overall, and they beat Arizona by a score of 4-2 in Game 1 of this home series last night. I like the Brew Crew as a small favorite here in Game 2. Jhoulys Chacin will toe the slab for Milwaukee, and he's having a fine season for the Brewers. Chacin (3-1, 3.63 ERA) allowed one run on just two hits, fanning seven in seven innings in a no decision at Arizona his last time out. He's 1-1 with a 2.04 ERA in three home starts, and Milwaukee is 7-3 in his 10 starts overall this season. The D'Backs hand the ball to Matt Koch, who has been rocked in back to back starts after winning three of his first four. He gave up 11 runs on 16 hits over 12 1/3 innings in home losses to Washington and Milwaukee in his last two starts. He also surrendered a whopping six home runs in those two games. Paul Goldschmidt's struggles have continued. He was 0-for-3 in last night's loss and he's batting .104 in the month of May. A.J. Pollock leads the team in hits, home runs and RBIs, and he remains out with a thumb injury. Take MIL. GL, Jesse Schule

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Art Aronson May 22 '18, 9:05 PM in 2h
NBA | Rockets vs Warriors
Play on: Warriors -8 -110 at pinnacle

This is a 1* Free Play on the Golden State Warriors.
We think that the defending champs have solved James Harden and company. Golden State played much more aggressively in Game 3 after its lacklustre performance in Game 2 and it completely threw Harden off his game. We think it’s safe to say that Golden State will be employing an identical game plan here as well. The Warriors have won 16 straight home playoff games and we have a hard time seeing the Rockets mustering much of an attack this time around either. Note as well that Houston is just 2-6 ATS this year as an underdog, while Golden State is 20-10 ATS in its last 30 following a win by ten points or more. Consider the WARRIORS on Tuesday night.
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Mike Lundin May 22 '18, 7:15 PM in 31m
MLB | Padres vs Nationals
Play on: Nationals -1½ +110 at 5Dimes

#MLB FREE PICK FROM MIKE LUNDIN
The Washington Nationals were swept by the Dodgers over the weekend, but they snapped the three-game slide with a convincing 10-2 triumph over the San Diego Padres on Monday.
I think this looks like a good spot to back the Nats to record another big win as the Padres send struggling left-hander Eric Lauer (1-2, 8.14 ERA) to the mound. The 22 year old rookie has been tagged with 10 runs on 13 hits with four homers through his last seven innings of work, and he has posted a 9.24 ERA in three starts on the road this season.
The Nats hand the ball to right-hander Jeremy Hellickson (1-0, 2.20 ERA). He has allowed just one run through his last three starts, including 6 2/3 scoreless frames against the Padres earlier this month.
Free pick on Washington Nationals.