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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Camarero Race Track
Always check program numbers.
Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 2 - Maiden Special Weight - 7.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $11000 Class Rating: 49

FOR MAIDENS, FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 120 LBS. ALLOWED 4 LBS.


RECOMMENDED CHOICES
The Walker Group Picks

# 3 LUCREZIA BORGIA 2/1

# 1 STRICKLY WICKED 3/1

# 2 FROZEN QUEEN 7/2

I think LUCREZIA BORGIA is a strong choice. Had one of the best Speed Figures of this field in her last contest. Her earnings per start in dirt sprint races alone makes you take a look at her. Look for this equine to be right there on the wire versus these racers. STRICKLY WICKED - Must be carefully examined as she drops to compete against this softer lot. FROZEN QUEEN - Garcia is trying to prove victorious with this horse by bringing her back so quickly. Looks to have a very good class edge based on the most recent company kept.

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Evangeline Downs
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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 7 - Claiming - 7.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $9000 Class Rating: 66

FOR FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON FOUR RACES OR WHICH HAVE NOT WON A RACE SINCE MAY 31, 2017. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 123 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000.


RECOMMENDED CHOICES
The Walker Group Picks

# 11 IN FULL SWING 5/1

# 6 SCHUYLER SISTER 5/1

# 1 JOKERS QUEEN 6/1

IN FULL SWING looks to be a respectable contender. Has posted strong speed figs in dirt sprint races in the past. Contreras will probably be able to get this filly to break out quickly in this competition. Looks to have a respectable class edge based on the most recent company kept. SCHUYLER SISTER - Displays the look of a lucrative play, averaging a solid 59 Equibase speed fig which is one of the strongest in this group. Brinkman has a sound 17 percent win rate with entries running at this distance and surface. JOKERS QUEEN - Could beat this group of animals given the 63 Equibase speed fig recorded in her last outing.

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Finger Lakes
Finger Lakes - Race 5

EXACTA * TRIFECTA * SUPERFECTA (10 Cent Minimum) * PICK 3 (50 CENT MINIMUM: RACES 5-6-7) * PICK 4 (50 Cent Minimum: Races 5-6-7-8) * DAILY DOUBLE (Races 5-6)


Claiming $5,000 • 6 Furlongs • Dirt • Ages 3 and up • CR: 68 • Purse: $9,000 • Post: 2:58P
FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON THREE RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 119 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF TWO RACES SINCE APRIL 30 ALLOWED 2 LBS. A RACE SINCE THEN ALLOWED 4 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $5,000.
Contenders

Race Analysis
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Odds


Race Type: Lone Trailer. SEEKING PAYMENT is the Lone Trailer of the race, but has been deemed a non-contender due to a low Platinum Figure or other overall low ratings. * KEY ANGLES * SUNDAY SOLDIER: Today is a sprint and this is the horse's third or fourth start after a layoff. Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. DOWN TOWN KITTY: Today is a sprint and this is the horse's third or fourth start after a layoff. Horse has the highest average Equibase Speed Figure at the distanc e/surface. RIGHT BEN: Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface. SHADE SEEKER: Today is a sprint and the horse is carrying at least 120 lbs.
1
SUNDAY SOLDIER
2/1

5/1
4
DOWN TOWN KITTY
10/1

5/1
7
RIGHT BEN
3/1

6/1
3
SHADE SEEKER
4/1

10/1




P#

Horse (In Running Style Order)

Post

Morn
Line

Running Style

Good
Class

Good
Speed

Early Figure

Finish Figure

Platinum
Figure
3
SHADE SEEKER
3

4/1
Front-runner
69

72

81.8

45.4

34.4
7
RIGHT BEN
7

3/1
Front-runner
74

72

68.2

64.2

56.7
2
PEANUTBUTTER SHAKE
2

6/1
Stalker
73

72

45.5

52.1

42.6
5
CANOE CLUB
5

12/1
Alternator/Stalker
73

56

59.8

58.0

48.5
1
SUNDAY SOLDIER
1

2/1
Alternator/Stalker
76

64

55.0

62.6

60.6
4
DOWN TOWN KITTY
4

10/1
Alternator/Stalker
75

68

52.2

66.0

59.0
6
SEEKING PAYMENT
6

5/1
Trailer
74

71

56.4

61.8

54.8

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Golden Gate Fields - Race #7 - Post: 4:37pm - Maiden Claiming - 8.5 furlongs on the Turf. Purse: $13,000 Class Rating: 82

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#2 INTERNATIONAL DIVA (IRE) (ML=5/2)
#4 SEATTLE DROP (ML=7/5)


INTERNATIONAL DIVA (IRE) - Took a significant drop in class rating last time around the track at Santa Anita. Returning to a similar level in this field. Should do well. I like the way this filly's finish positions have gotten better with each start recently. A sign of a horse coming into top form. SEATTLE DROP - This filly ran well in her last race but just couldn't catch the winner. Note that she was well clear of the show horse, and looks like a major contender in this field. Owns the highest speed fig on the turf at this distance. Hess brings her right back. I advise you stay with this live filly.

Vulnerable Contenders: #9 SPLASHING (ML=6/1), #5 DOT NOTATION (ML=8/1),

SPLASHING - Nice race on May 11th at Golden Gate Fields, but the fact that there are no workouts since has to make one a little worried.

Top HatGUEST COMMENTARY: Winston - INTERNATIONAL DIVA (IRE) - Put a prime bet on this filly. At the top in earnings per start and has a lot more to offer as well.





STRAIGHT WAGERS:
#2 INTERNATIONAL DIVA (IRE) to win at post-time odds of 9/5 or better

EXACTA WAGERS:
Box [2,4]

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
2 with 4 with [6,9,11] Total Cost: $3

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPER HIGH FIVE WAGERS:
None

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Gulfstream Park
Gulfstream Park - Race 9

$1 Daily Double / $1 Exacta / $.50 Trifecta / $.10 Superfecta / $1 Super Hi 5


Maiden Claiming $25,000 • 6 1/2 Furlongs • Dirt • Ages 3 and up • CR: 71 • Purse: $26,000 • Post: 5:28P
FOR MAIDENS, FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $25,000.
Contenders

Race Analysis
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Race Type: Lone Front-runner. MEMORIZE is the Lone Front-runner of the race. * KEY ANGLES * SECRET PLEASURE: Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. GIVONNA'S MAGIC: Horse has a TrackMaster "+" designation or an "L" designation. Horse has a 4F workout since its last race, and the workout time is faster than its own half-mile time in its last race. ROSETTA'S GIFT: Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface. MEMORIZE: Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Class Rating at the distance/surface.
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SECRET PLEASURE
2/1

4/1
2
GIVONNA'S MAGIC
6/1

5/1
5
ROSETTA'S GIFT
7/2

5/1
7
MEMORIZE
8/1

9/1




P#

Horse (In Running Style Order)

Post

Morn
Line

Running Style

Good
Class

Good
Speed

Early Figure

Finish Figure

Platinum
Figure
7
MEMORIZE
7

8/1
Front-runner
0

0

106.2

41.7

31.7
4
SECRET PLEASURE
4

2/1
Stalker
69

67

66.9

71.4

65.9
5
ROSETTA'S GIFT
5

7/2
Stalker
66

71

48.3

67.3

61.8
8
ANGRY CAT
8

12/1
Trailer
69

51

56.9

48.3

38.3
2
GIVONNA'S MAGIC
2

6/1
Alternator/Trailer
85

66

64.0

65.9

60.4
3
TAPETE CLAIRE
3

30/1
Alternator/Non-contender
66

53

42.8

44.0

32.5
6
INDY CONTENDER
6

20/1
Alternator/Non-contender
0

0

0.0

0.0

0.0








Unknown Running Style: ROSE M. (5/2) [Jockey: Zayas Edgard J - Trainer: Rodriguez Angel M].

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts

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Penn National - Race #3 - Post: 6:54pm - Maiden Claiming - 8.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $16,200 Class Rating: 67

Rating: Golden DollarGolden DollarGolden DollarGolden Dollar

#5 HASHTAG WINNING (ML=9/5)


HASHTAG WINNING - I like when a race sets up this way. This gelding has the lone early speed to bury this field. Beattie moves this gelding to the dirt today. Look for improvement from the most recent race on the turf.

Vulnerable Contenders: #2 BLAZIN DRAMA (ML=3/1), #7 WARRIOR RIDGE (ML=7/2), #6 CHARMN CHARLIE RAY (ML=6/1),

BLAZIN DRAMA - This gelding is always in the mix, but just doesn't win. Hard to play him on the front end. Common speed figure last race out at Penn National at 1 1/16 miles. Don't believe this steed will improve too much in today's race. WARRIOR RIDGE - Didn't land in the top three on Mar 15th at Penn National. Followed it up with another lackluster try. CHARMN CHARLIE RAY - Could be tough for this horse to beat this group off of that last rating. Unlikely to improve enough to run a figure close enough to today's class rating, so put him on the vulnerable contenders list.



STRAIGHT WAGERS:
Bet on #5 HASHTAG WINNING to win if we can get at least 1/1 odds

EXACTA WAGERS:
Skip

TRIFECTA WAGERS:
None

SUPERFECTA WAGERS:
None

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Mike Wynn

Free Play: Free Oakland w/Mengden -135 Over Tampa Bay

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Jeff Allen Sports

Thursday's Free Selection is on the NY Yankees

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Razor Sharp

YOUR RAZOR SHARP FREE PICK FOR THURSDAY: Take TEXAS/SEATTLE OVER the total of 8½ runs

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Thursday's Free Selection: Texas Rangers/Seattle Mariners over 8 1/2

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John Anthony Sports

Thursday's Free Selection: Seattle Mariners - 165

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Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

30th May 2018 by Gracenote
the cleveland cavaliers and golden state warriors are in the nba finals for the fourth straight season and the series begins thursday night in oakland, calif. the warriors won two of the first three meetings and the latest matchup will likely begin with cavaliers forward kevin love (concussion) sitting out.

cleveland star lebron james doesn't understand why there is complaining that the two teams are once again sharing the finals' stage. "teams have had their opportunities to beat the cavs over the last four years, and teams have had the opportunities to beat the warriors over the last four years," james told reporters at his wednesday press conference. "if you want to see somebody else in the postseason, then you got to beat them." there also has been a lot of chatter about how james lacks a supporting case - an odd notion for a team that is in the nba finals and one warriors coach steve kerr doesn't prescribe to in the least. "you don't get to the finals with one man, no matter how good that one man is," kerr said at his press conference. "so we have great respect for the cavs, their resiliency. the fact that they're here four years in a row - we know exactly how hard that is. so we're preparing for a lot more than just lebron, that's for sure."
tv: 9 p.m. et, abc
about the cavaliers: love suffered a concussion in friday's game 6 of the eastern conference finals against the boston celtics and has yet to pass the protocol, and coach tyronn lue doesn't know if he will be available. love, a five-time all-star, was seen on the practice floor wednesday and lue did indicate that he will start the contest if he is cleared to play. love's presence would alleviate some pressure off james, who is averaging 34 points, 9.2 rebounds and 8.8 assists in a stellar postseason.

about the warriors: veteran defensive stopper andre iguodala (left leg) will miss his fifth consecutive contest, leaving golden state without a player who typically shadows james. "well, he was mvp of the series in 2015, largely because he took that role on of guarding lebron, but also because of what he did offensively," kerr told reporters in reference to iguodala's importance. "he's doing a little bit better. some encouraging signs, but we have ruled him out for game 1." kerr said the duty of guarding james will be spread among at least four players - forwards kevin durant and draymond green and guards klay thompson and shaun livingston.
buzzer beaters
1. warriors pg stephen curry made 25 3-pointers over the final five games of the western conference finals against the houston rockets and averaged 28.2 points during the stretch.
2. james has topped 40 points seven times this postseason, one shy of jerry west's postseason record set in 1965.

3. golden state sf kevin durant is averaging 29 points in the postseason and has topped 20 in all 17 games.

prediction: warriors 118, cavaliers 111

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Los Angeles Angels vs. Detroit Tigers Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

31st May 2018 by Gracenote
nicholas castellanos has hit safely in nine of his last 10 games to finish the month of may with a flourish. castellanos bids to follow up his three-hit performance with another stellar outing on thursday afternoon as the detroit tigers (25-30) look for their third win versus the visiting los angeles angels (30-26) in the finale of the four-game series.

castellanos had an rbi single to cap a five-run sixth inning in wednesday's 6-1 romp over los angeles to improve to 17-for-44 with six runs scored and five rbis in his last 10 games. fellow outfielder leonys martin had a pair of hits with an rbi and a run scored to improve to 4-for-13 in the series for detroit, which has won five of its last seven. los angeles' albert pujols recorded his fifth hit of the set with an rbi single and has 11 hits and seven rbis in his last nine games overall. mike trout has hit safely in each game of the series and owns 14 hits - including six homers - to go along with 10 rbis and 13 runs scored in his last 12 contests for the angels, who have dropped four of six to fall to 4-5 on their season-high 10-game road trip.
tv: 1:10 p.m. et, mlb network, fs west (los angeles), fs detroit
pitching matchup: angels lh andrew heaney (2-3, 3.09 era) vs. tigers lh ryan carpenter (0-1, 8.31)

heaney allowed just one run for the third time in his last five outings on friday but was left with a no-decision against the new york yankees. the 26-year-old has pitched well in five of his last six trips to the mound, sporting a 2-2 mark with a slim 1.45 era in that span. heaney will make his 40th career appearance and first versus detroit on thursday.
carpenter was summoned from triple-a toledo to get the nod in place of left-hander francisco liriano, who landed on the 10-day disabled list on wednesday with a hamstring injury. the 27-year-old has struggled mightily with the mud hens by posting a 1-5 mark with a 5.72 era in nine starts, although he fared well by permitting just one unearned run in six innings on saturday. carpenter sputtered in his last start with detroit on may 16, yielding six runs on seven hits in five innings of a 6-0 setback versus cleveland.
walk-offs

1. los angeles 3b luis valbuena is 5-for-9 with two homers, three rbis and three runs scored in his last two games after going 0-for-19 in his previous eight contests.

2. detroit 3b jeimer candelario has reached base in 24 consecutive contests, accounting for the longest active streak in the majors.

3. angels 2b ian kinsler is 6-for-10 with one homer, three rbis and three runs scored in the series against his former team.

prediction: angels 7, tigers 4

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Tampa Bay Rays vs. Oakland Athletics Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

31st May 2018 by Gracenote
the tampa bay rays look to complete a four-game sweep and extend their winning streak to six contests when they visit the oakland athletics on thursday afternoon. tampa bay posted its second shutout of the series on wednesday as nathan eovaldi combined with two relievers on a one-hitter in the 6-0 triumph.

eovaldi returned from tommy john surgery and an elbow procedure in impressive fashion, issuing one walk and registering four strikeouts over six hitless innings during his first major-league appearance since aug. 10, 2016 with the new york yankees. wilson ramos went 2-for-4 to stretch his hitting streak to 10 games while rob refsnyder and johnny field homered for the rays, who have outscored oakland 11-3 in the series. jed lowrie registered the athletics' lone hit on wednesday and is 5-for-13 over the first three games of the set. oakland, which has been blanked in three of its last eight contests, hopes to receive some offensive help thursday as slugger khris davis (groin) is expected to be activated from the disabled list.
tv: 3:35 p.m. et, mlb network, fs sun (tampa bay)
pitching matchup: rays rh ryne stanek (1-0, 3.24 era) vs. athletics rh daniel mengden (5-4, 2.85)

stanek will make his second major-league start after notching the win in the series-opening 1-0 triumph in 13 innings at oakland by working 1 2/3 scoreless frames of relief. the 26-year-old native of st. louis struck out three while retiring all five batters he faced against baltimore on saturday as he became the 10th pitcher to start a game for tampa bay this season. stanek has been scored upon in only two of his eight appearances this year but has yet to work two innings and did so only twice in 21 relief outings as a rookie in 2017.
mengden is seeking his third home win of the season - and in 19 career starts at oakland coliseum - as he comes off a masterpiece against arizona on saturday. the 25-year-old texan struck out five while tossing a two-hit shutout in his second complete game in the majors - both of which have been shutouts. mengden, who will be facing tampa bay for the first time, has posted a 1.07 era in five turns this month.
walk-offs

1. athletics rhp liam hendriks (groin/hip) was sent to triple-a nashville on wednesday to begin a rehab assignment.

2. in addition to activating eovaldi (elbow), tampa bay optioned jaime schultz to triple-a durham and transferred fellow rhp jake faria (oblique) from the 10-day disabled list to the 60-day dl.

3. oakland placed ss marcus semien on the paternity list and recalled rhp josh lucas from nashville.

prediction: athletics 7, rays 3

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New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

30th May 2018 by Gracenote
the new york yankees are riding high with victories in 10 of their last 11 completed series to remain right in the thick of the race for first place in the american league east. the yankees (35-17) will take their show on the road thursday as they begin a season-high 11-game trek with the opener a four-game series against the baltimore orioles (17-39), who won three of four from new york last month.

aaron judge collected two hits and a run scored in back-to-back outings for the yankees, who exacted a small measure of revenge against houston following the 2017 al championship series by taking five of seven meetings this season. the 26-year-old slugger is 1-for-5 with a homer against thursday starter andrew cashner after collecting five hits - including a blast - to go along with four rbis and three runs scored against baltimore from april 5-8. the orioles' beleaguered offense continues to be stymied, as the club saw its losing skid extend to five games after being shut out for the second time in three contests following wednesday's 2-0 loss to washington. manny machado had a double off max scherzer to push his hitting streak to five games heading into a tilt with the yankees, against whom he went 7-for-19 with two homers, five rbis and three runs scored in last month's series
tv: 7:05 p.m. et, yes (new york), masn (baltimore)
pitching matchup: yankees rh sonny gray (3-4, 5.98 era) vs. orioles rh andrew cashner (2-6, 5.07)

gray answered a sterling performance with a less-than-desirable one, as he followed a one-run effort over eight innings in a 10-1 romp at kansas city on may 20 by allowing five runs in 3 2/3 frames six days later in an 11-4 setback versus the los angeles angels. the 28-year-old issued at least three free passes for the fifth time in his last seven starts to give him a staggering 28 walks in 10 starts (49 2/3 innings). gray improved to 3-4 in his career against baltimore after recording a quality start in an 8-3 win on april 7.
like gray, cashner surrendered five runs in his last outing on saturday as he was blitzed by tampa bay to fall to 1-5 in his last eight starts. the 31-year-old permitted season highs in hits (11) and walks (four) against the rays while limping through five innings. cashner pitched significantly better in his last appearance against the yankees on april 5, improving to 2-1 with a 1.73 era in four career appearances after yielding one run on two hits in six frames of a 5-2 win.
walk-offs

1. baltimore cf adam jones is 11-for-26 with a homer and two rbis in his last six games.
2. new york is just 11-9 versus al east foes and 24-8 against the rest of the major league teams.

3. orioles 2b jonathan schoop has struck out at least once in each of the last 13 games, including three times on wednesday.

prediction: yankees 6, orioles 2

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Chicago Cubs vs. New York Mets Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

31st May 2018 by Gracenote
The revolving door that is the New York Mets' bullpen came through last time out, but it will be tested again during a four-game series against the visiting Chicago Cubs that begins Thursday. The Cubs have averaged nearly six runs over their last 21 contests and have won five of their last seven on the road.

The Mets won for just the third time in 10 games Wednesday, posting a 4-1 victory in Atlanta as four relievers combined for four innings of one-run ball. New York made several roster moves before the contest to reinforce its beleaguered bullpen, which could be taxed again with Seth Lugo stepping out of his relief role to start on short rest in the series opener against the Cubs. After an inconsistent start to the season, Chicago's offense has come to life in May, though it squandered plenty of opportunities in Wednesday's 2-1 loss at Pittsburgh. Anthony Rizzo has heated up to contribute largely to the resurgence, hitting .299 with seven homers and 28 RBIs this month after batting .149 with only blast and nine RBIs in March and April combined.
TV: 7:10 p.m. ET, NBCS Chicago, SNY (New York)
PITCHING MATCHUP: Cubs LH Jose Quintana (5-4, 4.78 ERA) vs. Mets RH Seth Lugo (1-1, 2.48)

Quintana has failed to get through five innings in three of his last five starts, issuing 15 walks over 26 innings in that span. The 29-year-old was pulled after 4 1/3 frames last time out, allowing four runs and five hits in a loss to San Francisco. Quintana is 1-1 with a 1.93 ERA in two career starts against New York.
Lugo has been a valuable member of the Mets' bullpen but will make a spot start after 20 appearances in relief. The 28-year-old worked 17 consecutive scoreless innings before allowing three runs in his last outing Monday at Atlanta. Lugo is 0-1 with a 9.00 ERA in three career games (one start) against the Cubs.

WALK-OFFS

1. Cubs RF Jason Heyward is 6-for-8 over his last two games, raising his batting average from .222 to .256.

2. Mets CF Brandon Nimmo has recorded eight extra-base hits and six RBIs over his last nine contests.
3. The Cubs on Wednesday placed Carl Edwards Jr. (shoulder) on the 10-day disabled list and recalled fellow RHP Cory Mazzoni from Triple-A Iowa.

PREDICTION: Cubs 6, Mets 4

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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. St. Louis Cardinals Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

30th May 2018 by Gracenote
after failing to cut into first-place milwaukee's lead in the national league central, the st. louis cardinals square off with division rival pittsburgh as they host the pirates on thursday night in the opener of a four-game series. st. louis won two of three at pittsburgh last weekend before dropping two of three to the brewers to close out a road trip.

wednesday's 3-2 loss to milwaukee dropped the cardinals five games behind the brewers but they are hitting a favorable portion of the schedule with 13 of the next 16 at home. dexter fowler collected three hits in his return from a three-game injury absence while center fielder harrison bader homered for the second time in as many days in milwaukee to run his hitting streak to five games. the pirates dropped the final two to the cardinals last week and saw their losing streak stretch to four games before averting a sweep with a 2-1 victory over the chicago cubs on wednesday for their third win in 12 games. "there's a lot of people who want to win," pittsburgh manager clint hurdle told reporters. "you've got to play to win. you've got to figure out how to win."
tv: 7:15 p.m. et, at&t sportsnet pittsburgh, fs midwest (st. louis)
pitching matchup: pirates rh trevor williams (5-3, 3.43 era) vs. cardinals rh jack flaherty (2-1, 2.15)

williams suffered the loss versus the cardinals last saturday after giving up four runs and seven hits over a season-low four innings. it marked the third time in four starts that he permitted four runs, although the 26-year-old beat the cardinals on april 28 with six innings of two-run ball. williams has had trouble against both jose martinez (5-for-8) and matt carpenter, who is 4-for-10 with two homers.
flaherty got the best of pittsburgh last weekend, winning his second straight start by limiting the pirates to one run and four hits over six innings. the 2014 first-round draft pick had the best performance of his brief major-league career in his previous turn, striking out 13 and allowing one run on two hits over 7 2/3 innings to beat philadelphia. starling marte is 3-for-5 with a home run against flaherty.
walk-offs

1. carpenter was 5-for-13 last weekend against pittsburgh and has hit safely in six in a row.

2. pirates rf gregory polanco returned to the lineup wednesday but is 0-for-19 in his last six games.

3. cardinals c yadier molina, who had surgery (traumatic hematoma) earlier this month, has been cleared to resume baseball activities.

prediction: cardinals 4, pirates 3

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Philadelphia Phillies vs. Los Angeles Dodgers Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

31st May 2018 by Gracenote
clayton kershaw is slated to make his first start since may 1 when the los angeles dodgers host the philadelphia phillies on thursday for the finale of their four-game series. the three-time national league cy young award winner has been sidelined with left biceps tendinitis but will look to pitch los angeles to its 11th win in 14 games in his return.

dodgers manager dave roberts said there isn't a definitive pitch limit for kershaw, saying, "i think he's fine to go deep, depending on how he's throwing." los angeles has won two of the first three games of the series, including an 8-2 triumph on wednesday in which matt kemp (nl-best .345 average) homered and recorded a season-high four rbis. philadelphia's nick williams has gone deep in back-to-back games and three of his last five contests. philadelphia learned wednesday that slugging left fielder rhys hoskins fractured his jaw in monday's game and is expected to be examined thursday in philadelphia to see whether or not he will need surgery.
tv: 7:35 p.m. et, mlb network, nbcs philadelphia, sportsnet la (los angeles)
pitching matchup: phillies rh aaron nola (6-2, 2.27 era) vs. dodgers lh clayton kershaw (1-4, 2.86)

nola has been superb through 11 starts as he is holding opposing batters to a .212 average while sporting a 0.98 whip. the 24-year-old settled for a no-decision in his last turn against toronto despite registering 10 strikeouts while allowing just one run and one hit over 6 2/3 innings. nola beat the dodgers in his lone career start against them as he allowed two runs and five hits over seven frames on sept. 19.
kershaw served up seven homers in seven starts before going on the disabled list and is allowing opponents to bat .234. the average is a bit of a stunner after the 30-year-old held opponents below .200 in four straight seasons (2013-16) and has a .206 career mark. kershaw is 3-5 with a 3.16 era in 12 career starts versus the phillies.

walk-offs

1. dodgers 1b cody bellinger went 2-for-4 on wednesday after going 3-for-41 over his previous 12 contests.
2. los angeles placed rhp kenta maeda (hip) and 2b chase utley (thumb) on the 10-day disabled list while recalling ambidextrous pitcher pat venditte and rhp dennis santana from triple-a oklahoma city.

3. philadelphia 3b mitch walding struck out in all four at-bats wednesday in his major-league debut.

prediction: phillies 4, dodgers 3

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Washington Nationals vs. Atlanta Braves Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

30th May 2018 by Gracenote
may heads into june this weekend and the top two teams in the national league east square off in a four-game series beginning thursday, when the perennial division champion washington nationals head to atlanta to face the braves, who have looked every bit the contender through the season's first two months. the fact that atlanta's rebuild appears to have accelerated comes by surprise, but here are the braves, sitting one-half game behind the nationals in the division.

atlanta fell 4-1 to the new york mets on wednesday, the lone run coming on a johan camargo homer in the seventh - giving the braves their nl-leading 101st run of the season scored in the seventh inning or later. the braves authored two walk-off victories against new york in splitting the four-game series, and have won eight games this season in their final at-bat. the nationals struggled out of the gate, going 11-16 in april while allowing more runs (115) than they scored (111), but washington has turned things around in may and comes to atlanta on a six-game winning streak after wednesday's 2-0 triumph at baltimore. washington is 19-6 this month and has allowed just 2.7 runs per game, while bryce harper is hitting just .238 on the season but clubbed his nl-leading 18th homer wednesday.
tv: 7:35 p.m. et, masn2 (washington), fs southeast (atlanta)
pitching matchup: nationals rh tanner roark (2-4, 3.17 era) vs. braves lh sean newcomb (5-1, 2.75)

roark beat the braves on april 2 in his season debut, holding them to just one run on four hits with six strikeouts in seven innings to improve to 7-3 with a 2.77 era lifetime against atlanta. but despite posting a 3.39 era and limiting opponents to a .202 average in his next nine starts, roark is just 1-4 in that stretch. roark has surrendered only one run in two of his past three starts, giving up five runs on 14 hits with 17 strikeouts and three walks in 21 innings during that span.
newcomb struggled in his last start saturday at boston, giving up three runs with four walks while throwing 88 pitches in just three innings in his first major league appearance near his hometown. the 24-year-old has been outstanding for the braves this month otherwise, winning his first four starts while posting a 0.36 era and a .110 opponents batting average. newcomb opened his season april 2 with a home loss to the nationals, allowing five earned runs in 4 1/3 innings.
walk-offs

1. atlanta and washington have split their first six meetings of the season, the braves outscoring the nationals 27-24.
2. braves 1b freddie freeman extended his hitting streak to 12 games with two hits wednesday, and is batting .388 during his streak.

3. washington expects rhp ryan madson (chest muscle strain) to return from the disabled list this weekend, while of adam eaton (left ankle surgery) plans to start a minor-league rehab assignment friday.

prediction: braves 4, nationals 3

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Cleveland Indians vs. Minnesota Twins Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

31st May 2018 by Gracenote
the cleveland indians are beginning to pull away in the american league central and look to give themselves even more cushion on one of the top challengers when they visit the minnesota twins on thursday to open a four-game set. the indians (29-25) have won five straight contests, combining for 43 runs in the process, after rolling past the chicago white sox 9-1 on wednesday.

cleveland's michael brantley looks to extend his hitting streak to a major league season-high 20 games after recording a single and scoring twice wednesday while edwin encarnacion is 11-for-24 during a six-game hitting streak with three homers and eight rbis in that stretch. shane bieber makes his major league debut for the indians on his 23rd birthday after tossing a rain-shortened, seven-inning no-hitter in his last minor league start and will face fellow right-hander jake odorizzi in the series opener. the twins open an 11-game homestand after losing five of six on a road trip, capped by an 11-8 loss at kansas city on wednesday night in which they allowed nine runs in the first two innings. left fielder eddie rosario recorded two hits in the latest loss and has led the way for minnesota (22-29) in may with a .366 batting average, 11 doubles, six homers, 19 runs and 20 rbis - including 10-for-23 during a current five-game hitting streak.
tv: 8:10 p.m. et, mlb network, sto (cleveland), fs north (minnesota)
pitching matchup: indians rh shane bieber (nr) vs. twins rh jake odorizzi (3-2, 3.34 era)

bieber has shined in the minor leagues this season and is making a quick rise through the organization after getting selected in the fourth round of the 2016 draft. the uc santa barbara product is 5-1 with a 1.10 era in 10 starts combined at double-a akron and triple-a columbus in 2018. bieber, who boasts 61 strikeouts over 65 1/3 innings this year, is 15-6 with a 2.60 era in parts of three seasons in the minors.
odorizzi recorded his third straight no-decision last time out at seattle while allowing three runs on seven hits (two homers) over 5 1/3 innings with three strikeouts. the 28-year-old illinois native gave up one run on nine hits with 17 strikeouts in his previous two outings spanning 11 2/3 innings. brantley is 4-for-12 with a homer versus odorizzi, who is 1-2 with a 4.63 era in five career games against the indians
walk-offs

1. minnesota inf eduardo escobar had a pair of hits and an rbi on wednesday after going 2-for-29 in the previous seven games.

2. cleveland 1b yonder alonso is 13-for-28 with two homers and nine rbi during his seven-game hitting streak.
3. the teams split a pair of games in puerto rico to start the season series and the indians won 12 of 19 in 2017.

prediction: twins 5, indians 4

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Boston Red Sox vs. Houston Astros Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

30th May 2018 by Gracenote
j.d. martinez was the big-ticket offseason signing for the boston red sox, who are assured of entering the month of june with the best record in the majors. the surging red sox have won three in a row and 11 of 14 as they prepare to open a four-game series at the houston astros on thursday night in a rematch of last year's american league division series.

despite the absence of star outfield mookie betts, who has missed the past four games but is expected to play in houston, boston completed a three-game sweep of toronto as martinez homered twice and had five rbis in the series. "j.d., what he's doing now, what he's done this month is pretty awesome," red sox manager alex cora told reporters. "working his craft, working his swing. it's fun to see what he's doing." the astros lost the final two of a three-game series at yankee stadium to wrap up a 3-4 road trip, blowing a two-run lead in the ninth on tuesday before dropping a 5-3 decision wednesday. reigning al mvp jose altuve was hitless in five at-bats in the opener of the road trip before going 15-for-27 with two homers and seven rbis in the next six games.
tv: 8:10 p.m. et, mlb network, nesn (boston), at&t sportsnet southwest (houston)
pitching matchup: red sox lh drew pomeranz (1-2, 6.75 era) vs. astros rh lance mccullers jr. (6-3, 3.98)

pomeranz looks nothing like the pitcher who won 17 games a year ago, lasting only 3 1/3 innings and allowing five runs on six hits in a no-decision against atlanta on saturday. it marked the third straight start that he failed to pitch beyond four innings - a span in which he has walked 11 batters in 11 1/3 innings. altuve is 7-for-17 against pomeranz, who was 1-0 with a 1.46 era in two starts versus houston in 2017.
mccullers is coming off a rare dud when he was hammered for seven runs and served up three homers over 4 1/3 innings at cleveland. that came six days after he blanked the indians on one hit over seven innings - the eighth time in 11 starts he has permitted two earned runs or fewer. betts and xander bogaerts are 4-for-9 and 4-for-12, respectively, against mccullers, who is 0-1 with a 6.16 era in four appearances against boston.
walk-offs

1. martinez has 13 homers in may, one shy of the franchise record for a month set by david ortiz (july 2006).

2. astros c max stassi, playing in place of brian mccann (knee), homered, doubled and had three rbis wednesday.

3. cora, who was a bench coach with houston last season, will receive his world series ring before thursday's game.

prediction: astros 6, red sox 4

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Miami Marlins vs. San Diego Padres Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

31st May 2018 by Gracenote
one day after the san diego padres pulled out a late victory to extend their opponent's woes, they vie for the series win when they host the miami marlins on thursday for the finale of their four-game set. the padres scored twice with one out in the ninth inning on wednesday to post a 3-2 victory and hand miami its fifth loss in six contests.

pinch-hitter hunter renfroe plated the tying run with an infield single and freddy galvis scored on marlins third baseman miguel rojas' throwing error, giving san diego back-to-back wins after losing the set opener. eric hosmer recorded two of the padres' six hits on wednesday, making him 6-for-11 in the series. starlin castro accounted for both of miami's runs with a homer in the fourth inning, giving him three rbis in his last two games. the marlins managed only three other hits in the loss - all singles - and finished 0-for-4 with runners in scoring position.
tv: 9:10 p.m. et, fs florida (miami), fs san diego

pitching matchup: marlins lh wei-yin chen (1-2, 5.22 era) vs. padres rh jordan lyles (1-1, 3.83)
chen is coming off a strong outing against washington on saturday in which he settled for a no-decision despite allowing just one run and three hits over a season-high 7 1/3 innings. the 32-year-old native of taiwan has yielded three runs over 17 frames in three turns after being tagged for nine in three innings of a road loss to the chicago cubs on may 9. chen won his only career start against the padres on june 13, 2016 even though he surrendered four runs in six innings at san diego.
lyles has struggled since registering 10 strikeouts while allowing just one hit in 7 1/3 scoreless innings of a victory over colorado on may 15, yielding nine runs over 10 1/3 frames in his last two turns. the 27-year-old from south carolina escaped with no-decisions in both outings, however, despite giving up 14 hits and six walks. lyles owns a 1-1 record and a ghastly 7.00 era in three starts and two relief appearances against miami in his career.
walk-offs

1. padres of franmil reyes has homered in three straight games, putting him one away from tying the franchise rookie record set in 2016 by alex dickerson.

2. miami c j.t. realmuto is riding a seven-game hitting streak during which he has recorded three multi-hit performances and collected five rbis.

3. san diego c austin hedges (elbow) was cleared to throw and resume baseball activities wednesday after having his rehab assignment shut down last week.

prediction: padres 5, marlins 4

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Texas Rangers vs. Seattle Mariners Preview and Predictions 05-31-2018

31st May 2018 by Gracenote
The Texas Rangers aim to win the series as well as post their seventh victory in 10 games when they visit the Seattle Mariners on Thursday for the finale of their four-game set. Robinson Chirinos went 3-for-5 with three RBIs in Wednesday's 7-6 triumph as the Rangers beat the Mariners for the second straight night after losing the series opener.

Texas has rolled up 16 runs and 23 hits in the consecutive victories against a Seattle pitching staff that allowed just 20 runs over the previous 10 games. Shin-Soo Choo has struck out seven times in the series for the Rangers but homered on Tuesday and is 9-for-27 with three blasts and 11 walks during his eight-game hitting streak. Seattle's Nelson Cruz is showing some life by going 6-for-13 in the series after beginning the month in a 12-of-73 funk. Jean Segura is 12-for-21 during a five-game hitting streak and has 14 recorded multi-hit performances while batting .370 this month.

TV: 10:10 p.m. ET, FS Southwest (Texas), ROOT Northwest (Seattle)

PITCHING MATCHUP: Rangers LH Mike Minor (4-3, 5.63 ERA) vs. Mariners LH Wade LeBlanc (0-0, 2.70)

Minor halted a stretch of three straight winless starts on Friday by giving up four runs and seven hits over six innings in a victory over Kansas City. The 30-year-old served up two homers during the triumph and has allowed eight over his last five turns after giving up just two in his first five outings. Minor has posted a 7.27 ERA in two no-decisions against the Mariners this season and is 1-1 with a 4.12 ERA in six career appearances (three starts) versus Seattle.

LeBlanc has a solid 1.71 ERA as a starter, yielding just five runs over 26 1/3 innings in those five outings. The 33-year-old allowed two runs and four hits over six frames against Minnesota in his last turn. LeBlanc has faced the Rangers just once in his career, surrendering five runs - one earned - and five hits in 2 2/3 innings of relief on August 19, 2013 while with Houston.
Video: Condensed Game: TEX@SEA - 5/30/18


WALK-OFFS

1. Rangers 3B Adrian Beltre (hamstring) has a slight chance of being activated from the 10-day disabled list prior to the series finale, but he will receive more days off and more opportunities to serve as the designated hitter to help keep him from injuring the hamstring a third time this season.

2. Seattle 2B Dee Gordon (toe) is slated to be activated from the DL prior to Thursday's game.

3. Texas activated LHP Matt Moore (knee) from the DL to start on Wednesday - a 5 1/3-inning effort - and optioned RHP Austin Bibens-Dirkx to Triple-A Round Rock.

PREDICTION: Mariners 4, Rangers 1

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Atlantic Sports

Thursday's Free Selection from Atlantic Sports: Boston Red Sox + 185

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#1 Sports

Thursday's Free Selection: Baltimore Orioles + 175

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Nevada Sharpshooter

Your free winner for Thursday: Take BOSTON/HOUSTON UNDER the total of 9 runs

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Huddle Up Sports

Free Play: Philadelhia/LA Dodgers over 6'

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Hawkeye Sports

Thursday's Free Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates + 150

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Golden Dragon Sports

Free Pick Houston McCullers -205

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Arthur Ralph Sports

FREE play: THURS: Yankees w/ Gray -170

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Platinum Plays

Free Pick the San Diego Padres w/Lyles -135 over Miami

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The Vegas Steam Line

Your free winner for Thursday: Take MIAMI (Chen) +125 over San Diego

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High Stakes Syndicate

Free Selection for Thursday: Pittsburgh Pirates + 150

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Jimmy Boyd May 31 '18, 7:15 PM in 10h
MLB | Pirates vs Cardinals
Play on: Pirates +147 at BMaker

Free pick on Pirates +

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Info Plays May 31 '18, 7:15 PM in 10h
MLB | Pirates vs Cardinals
Play on: Pirates +147 at BMaker

1* Free Play on Pirates +147

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Kenny Walker May 31 '18, 7:35 PM in 10h
MLB | Nationals vs Braves
Play on: Nationals +112 at BMaker

Free Pick on Nationals

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Mark Wilson May 31 '18, 7:05 PM in 9h
MLB | Yankees vs Orioles
Play on: Orioles +166 at 5Dimes

Free Play on Orioles +166

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Dustin Hawkins May 31 '18, 10:10 PM in 13h
MLB | Rangers vs Mariners
Play on: Rangers +147 at YouWager

Free Play on Rangers +147

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Sal Michaels May 31 '18, 8:10 PM in 11h
MLB | BOS vs HOU
Play on: OVER 9 +105

Free Play on Red Sox vs Astros over 9 +105

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Marc Lawrence May 31 '18, 9:10 PM in 12h
MLB | Marlins vs Padres
Play on: Padres -135 at betonline

Play - San Diego Padres w/Lyles vs Chen (Game 960).
Edges - Padres: Lyles 0.73 ERA with 0.65 WHIP home as opposed to 7.83 ERA with 1.93 WHIP away this season … Marlins: Chen 0-3 with 10.95 ERA and 1.91 WHIP away as opposed to 2-1 wit 1.06 ERA and 1.00 WHIP at home this season … With Chen 0-5 his last five away team starts in May, and Miami 0-5 on Thursdays this season, we recommend a 1* play on San Diego. Thank you and good luck as always.

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Larry Ness May 31 '18, 10:10 PM in 13h
MLB | Rangers vs Mariners
Play on: Mariners -145 at betonline

My 1* Free Play is on the Seattle Mariners (10:10 EST).
I think the Mariners will bounce back after yesterday’s 7-6 defeat.
The visitors hand the ball to the volatile Mike Minor (4-3, 5.63 ERA) who picked up a win on Friday over the Royals despite allowing four runs off seven hits over six innings. Note that Minor has now served up eight long-balls over his last five outings, including two in his latest start.
Minor has gotten plenty of support from the Rangers’ big bats, but note that he’s still just 1-1 with a ballooned 8.38 ERA on the road.
The home side counters with Wade LeBlanc (0-0, 2.70) who comes in off an unfortunate no-decision against the Twins on Saturday, conceding two runs with four K’s over six innings of work. So far the M’s veteran has allowed just five runs over 26.1 innings of work spanning five starts, while also posting a very respectable 19/4 K/W. And note, to go along with his sharp ERA, LeBlanc also sports an elite 1.10 WHIP.
I’ll point out as well that Texas is already a horrible 6-11 (-2.8 units) this year against southpaws, while Seattle is 10-7 (+1.3 units) in the same position.
For all the reasons listed above, consider a second look at Seattle on Thursday night.
Good luck…Larry

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Sean Murphy May 31 '18, 8:10 PM in 11h
MLB | Indians vs Twins
Play on: Indians -112 at betonline

Thursday MLB Free play. My selection is on Cleveland over Minnesota at 8:10 pm et on Thursday.
The Indians are rolling again, winners of five in a row since turning things around after a rocky start against the Astros last weekend. They have the opportunity to really feast on a relatively weak A.L. Central this week, having already swept the White Sox. Look for their roll to continue in Minnesota on Thursday.
Shane Bieber will get his first career big league start for the Tribe. He is 5-1 with a ridiculous 1.10 ERA and 0.70 WHIP in 10 starts between AA and AAA this season. Bieber catches a break facing a Twins club that isn't scoring with much consistency (even though they did put up eight runs in a couple of games in Kansas City).
Jake Odorizzi will counter for Minnesota. He has pitched reasonably well this season - as well as the Twins could have expected, in fact. However, Minnesota has only managed to win three of his last eight starts and in two starts against the Indians since the start of last season, Odorizzi has been roughed up for 13 hits and eight earned runs in 11 innings of work.
We're working with a short price here largely due to the unknown of Shane Bieber making his first career start for Cleveland. I'll back the superior club in the opener of this series. Take Cleveland (8*).

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Vic Duke May 31 '18, 8:10 PM in 11h
MLB | Red Sox vs Astros
Play on: Red Sox +185 at 5Dimes

Red Sox/Astros 8:10: Worth a shot with Boston here. Pomeranz is overdue for a good outing. He's a quality pitcher who's underachieved this season. Sox are 11-5 on the road with Pomeranz. Boston's lineup has been money on the road vs righty starters at 20-6. We'll look for them to get the best of McCullers Jr. who is coming off getting lit up by Cleveland. McCullers has come up empty in Game 1 of a series at 0-5 and against the ALE at 0-6. Boston the call.

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Dennis Macklin May 31 '18, 7:05 PM in 9h
MLB | Yankees vs Orioles
Play on: Yankees -158 at betonline

DMack's Free Play for Thursday, May 31, 2018 is on the NY Yankees (Sonny Gray listed)
The orioles are a trainwreck. They are 4-11 L15, 17-38 for the year, and it won't be long before their key pieces including Machado are dealt before the trade deadline. The Yankees are 17-4 L21 and have just been finding ways to win. The pitching edge would look to go the O's Andrew Cashner who beat the Bombers on April 3rd but that was before the Bronx found it's mojo and the Birds hit the skids. Lay it with the Yankees.

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Art Aronson May 31 '18, 9:05 PM in 11h
NBA | Cavs vs Warriors
Play on: Cavs +12½ -105 at BMaker

This is a 1* Free Play on the Cleveland Cavaliers.
History is not on LeBron James’ side against the Warriors. GS took both regular season meetings between the clubs, but it’s important to note though that each was before Cleveland overhauled its line-up at the trade deadline. This isn’t a matchup that suits the Cavs, as the Warriors perimeter offense has gotten the better of The King in two of the last three NBA Finals. But the Warriors look more susceptible than they ever have after needing seven games to get by the Houston Rockets (and they likely would have lost if Chris Paul had suited up.) Houston has laid the blue-print on how to slow down the Warriors and we think that Tyrone Lue will have his role players ready to duplicate its performance. Also note that the Cavs are 12-6 ATS in their last 18 after allowing 85 points or less in their previous contest, while the Warriors are just 6-11 ATS this year when playing with two days of rest. Consider CLEVELAND in Game 1.
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MIT Simulator

Thu MLB Free Pick

LA Angels vs. Detroit, 05/31/2018 13:10 EDT

Total: -105/+9½ Over

Sportsbook:
PinnacleSports

MIT Thursday MLB Free Pick: OVER 9.5 runs in Detroit - Entering Wednesday's action, Tigers games against teams with a winning record had an O/U of 11-5 this season. Also, as a home dog of +175 or more, Detroit had an O/U of 6-3 their last 9. Regardless of the final Wednesday outcome, those are strong angles and the pitching match-up here also favors the over. The Angels Andrew Heaney is having issues with command and has walked 8 in his last two starts. The Tigers Ryan Carpenter has struggled in limited action at the MLB level but even more concerning for him is that he has a 5.27 ERA at the AAA level in his minor league career. Both starters get into trouble early and often in what should be a high-scoring early game Thursday. MIT Free Pick: OVER 9.5 runs in Detroit

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Tony Brown

Tonys *5 mlb free play

Philadelphia vs. LA Dodgers, 05/31/2018 19:35 EDT

Money Line: -153 LA Dodgers

Sportsbook:
PinnacleSports

Fp: after dropping the first two games dodgers picked up a big win in game 3 and I expect them to do it again today getting the split at home for my mlb free pick

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Brad Wilton

Thursday night comp play winner is the Yankees and Orioles to put some runs on the scoreboard at Camden Yards with Sonny "50 Runs of" Gray on the hill against Andrew Cashner.

These teams have already posted Overs in 3 of their first 4 meetings this year, including Gray's lone start versus the O's that saw the Yankees take it 8-3.

Both Gray and Cashner have had major issues this year in keeping crooked digits off of the scoreboard when they take the mound. Gray sports a sky-high 5.98 season ERA, and the Over stands at 7-2-1 when it's his turn to throw the pearl. As for Cashner, the Over has cashed just three times in his 11 season starts, but his ERA is over 5.

The Yankees are on a 7-3-1 Over clip their last 11 games played, and the Over in the series is a dominant 23-3 the last 26 times these division rivals have played one another.

Look for the ball to be flying around the yard tonight, and look for the runs to add up to an Over.

4* N.Y. YANKEES-BALTIMORE OVER

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MLB
Dunkel

Thursday, May 31


Chicago Cubs @ NY Mets

Game 951-952
May 31, 2018 @ 7:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Chicago Cubs
(Quntana) 15.862
NY Mets
(Lugo) 15.073
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Chicago Cubs
by 1
9
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Chicago Cubs
-160
8
Dunkel Pick:
Chicago Cubs
(-160); Over

Pittsburgh @ St. Louis

Game 953-954
May 31, 2018 @ 7:15 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Pittsburgh
(Williams) 13.984
St. Louis
(Flaherty) 16.054
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
St. Louis
by 2
10
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
St. Louis
-160
8 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
St. Louis
(-160); Over

Washington @ Atlanta

Game 955-956
May 31, 2018 @ 7:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Washington
(Roark) 16.007
Atlanta
(Newcomb) 14.557
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Washington
by 1 1/2
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Atlanta
-120
8 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Washington
(+100); Under

Philadelphia @ LA Dodgers

Game 957-958
May 31, 2018 @ 7:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Philadelphia
(Nola) 16.973
LA Dodgers
(Kershaw) 15.013
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Philadelphia
by 2
6
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
LA Dodgers
-160
6 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Philadelphia
(+140); Under

Miami @ San Diego

Game 959-960
May 31, 2018 @ 9:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Miami
(Chen) 13.735
San Diego
(Lyles) 15.485
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
San Diego
by 1 1/2
9
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
San Diego
-140
7 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
San Diego
(-140); Over

LA Angels @ Detroit

Game 961-962
May 31, 2018 @ 1:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
LA Angels
(Heaney) 16.544
Detroit
(Carpnter) 15.143
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
LA Angels
by 1 1/2
11
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
LA Angels
-200
9 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
LA Angels
(-200); Over

Tampa Bay @ Oakland

Game 963-964
May 31, 2018 @ 3:35 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Tampa Bay
(Stanek) 16.342
Oakland
(Mengden) 14.412
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Tampa Bay
by 2
6
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Oakland
-145
7 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Tampa Bay
(+125); Under

NY Yankees @ Baltimore

Game 965-966
May 31, 2018 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
NY Yankees
(Gray) 13.845
Baltimore
(Cashner) 16.401
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Baltimore
by 2 1/2
8
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
NY Yankees
-170
10 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Baltimore
(+150); Under

Boston @ Houston

Game 967-968
May 31, 2018 @ 8:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Boston
(Pmeranz) 15.845
Houston
(McCllers) 18.438
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Houston
by 2 1/2
8
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Houston
-200
9
Dunkel Pick:
Houston
(-200); Under

Cleveland @ Minnesota

Game 969-970
May 31, 2018 @ 8:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Cleveland
(Bieber) 18.220
Minnesota
(Odorizzi) 14.630
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Cleveland
by 3 1/2
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Cleveland
-125
9
Dunkel Pick:
Cleveland
(-125); Under

Texas @ Seattle

Game 971-972
May 31, 2018 @ 10:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Texas
(Minor) 16.760
Seattle
(LeBlanc) 15.249
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Texas
by 1 1/2
9
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Seattle
-155
8
Dunkel Pick:
Texas
(+135); Over

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MLB

Thursday, May 31


National League
Cubs (29-23) @ Mets (27-26)
Quintana is 1-2, 5.51 in his last three starts; over is 3-1 in his last four. Team in his starts: 6-4.
5-inning record: 5-5. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-10

Lugo is making his first ’18 start; he was 7-5, 4.71 in 18 MLB starts LY, is 1-1, 2.48 in 20 relief stints (32.2 IP) this year. Team in his starts: 0-0.
5-inning record: 0-0. Allowed run in 1st inning: 0-0

Cubs won five of their last seven road games; under is 9-2 in their last 11 road games. Chicago is 7-2 in road series openers. Mets lost seven of their last ten games; under is 8-4 in their last 12 games. NY is 6-3 in home series openers.

Pirates (29-26) @ Cardinals (29-24)
Williams is 1-2, 4.88 in his last five starts; under is 6-2-1 in his last nine. Team in his starts: 6-5.
5-inning record: 4-4-3. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-11

Flaherty is 2-0, 1.40 in his last three starts (under 3-0). Team in his starts: 2-3.
5-inning record: 4-0-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 1-5

Pirates lost four of their last five games; they’re 4-4 in road series openers. Under is 4-2-2 in their last eight games. St Louis is 3-5 in its last eight games, 4-5 in home series openers. Under is 10-3-1 in their last 14 home games.

Nationals (32-22) @ Braves (32-23)
Roark is 0-2, 2.30 in his last four starts; under is 6-0 in his last six. Team in his starts: 4-6.
5-inning record: 3-5-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-10

Newcomb is 4-0, 1.29 in his last five starts; under is 3-1 in his last four. Team in his starts: 6-4.
5-inning record: 6-2-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-10

Nationals won eight of their last nine games; they’re 8-1 in road series openers. Last five Washington games stayed under. Atlanta is 3-5 in its last eight games; over is 4-2 in its last six home games. Braves are 4-4 in home series openers.

Marlins (20-35) @ Padres (24-33)
Chen is 0-0, 2.13 in his last two starts (under 4-2). Team in his starts: 2-4.
5-inning record: 4-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-6

Lyles is 1-1, 4.30 in four starts this year (over 2-2). Team in his starts: 3-1
5-inning record: 2-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 2-4

Marlins lost seven of their last 11 games; under is 6-3 in their last nine games. San Diego won three of its last four home games; under is 5-3 in their last eight games overall.

Phillies (30-23) @ Dodgers (26-29)
Nola is 3-1, 1.91 in his last five starts (under 8-2-1). Team in his starts: 7-4.
5-inning record: 4-4-3. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-11

Kershaw comes off DL here; he is 0-2, 4.50 in his last three starts, last of which was May 1. Over is 3-1 in his last four starts. Team in his starts: 2-5.
5-inning record: 3-4. Allowed run in 1st inning: 1-7

Phillies lost four of their last five games; under is 6-3-1 in their last ten games. Dodgers won 10 of their last 13 games; under is 8-3-2 in their last 13 home games.

American League
Angels (31-25) @ Tigers (24-31)
Heaney is 2-2, 2.51 in his last five starts, last four of which stayed under. Team in his starts: 3-5
5-inning record: 1-4-3. Allowed run in 1st inning: 1-8

Carpenter is 0-2, 10.13 in two starts this year (over 1-1). Team in his starts: 0-2.
5-inning record: 0-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 1-2

Angels are 6-9 in their last 15 games; over is 4-1 in their last five games. Detroit is 6-4 in its last ten home games; under is 6-4-1 in their last 11 games.

Rays (28-26) @ A’s (28-28)
Bullpen game for Tampa Bay Team in bullpen games: 8-10. Under 10-7-1
5-inning record: 8-5-5. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-18

Mengden is 3-0, 0.82 in his last three starts; under is 3-1 in his last four. Team in his starts: 7-4.
5-inning record: 7-3-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-11

Rays won six of their last seven games; under is 9-2 in their last 11 games. Oakland is 3-6 on this homestand, scoring 15 runs in nine games; under is 12-2 in their last 14 home games.

New York (34-17) @ Baltimore (17-39)
Gray is 1-2, 5.94 in his last three starts (over 7-2-1). Team in his starts: 4-6
5-inning record: 4-5-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-10

Cashner is 1-2, 5.81 in his last five starts, last four of which stayed under. Team in his starts: 3-8
5-inning record: 3-6-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-11

New York is 17-4 in its last 21 games; over is 5-0 in their last five road games. NY is 4-3 in road series openers. Baltimore is 4-11 in its last 15 games; under is 5-1 in their last six games. Orioles are 4-5 in home series openers.

Red Sox (38-17) @ Astros (35-22)
Pomeranz is 0-1, 7.79 in his last four starts (under 4-3). Team in his starts: 4-3
5-inning record: 2-4-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 4-7

McCullers is 1-2, 4.67 in his last three starts; under is 3-1 in his last four. Team in his starts: 6-4.
5-inning record: 3-3-4. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-10

Boston is 11-3 in its last 14 games, over is 3-0-2 in their last five games. Red Sox are 4-5 in road series openers. Astros lost four of their last five games; over is 7-3-1 in their last 11 games. Houston is 5-4 in home series openers.

Indians (29-25) @ Twins (22-29)
Bieber makes his MLB debut here; he is 2-1, 1.05 in five AAA starts this year. Team in his starts: 0-0.
5-inning record: 0-0. Allowed run in 1st inning: 0-0

Odorizzi is 1-0, 2.05 in his last four starts; under is 4-1-1 in his last six. Team in his starts: 5-6.
5-inning record: 5-3-3. Allowed run in 1st inning: 3-11

Cleveland won seven of its last nine games; over is 7-0 in their last seven games. Indians are 3-6 in road series openers. Minnesota lost six of its last seven games; eight of Twins’ last ten games stayed under the total. Twins are 4-5 in home series openers.

Rangers (24-34) @ Mariners (33-22)
Minor is 1-2, 7.59 in his last four starts; over is 5-1 in his last six starts. Team in his starts: 5-5
5-inning record: 3-6-1. Allowed run in 1st inning: 5-10

LeBlanc is 0-0, 1.71 in his five starts this year (under 5-0). Team in his starts: 4-1.
5-inning record: 2-1-2. Allowed run in 1st inning: 1-5

Rangers lost seven of their last ten road games; over is 6-3 in their last nine games. Mariners won 11 of their last 15 games; eight of their last ten wins were by one run. Under is 8-1 in their last nine games.

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Teams’ records in first five innings:
Team (road-home-total)- thru 5/30
Ariz 11-11-4……11-9-8……..22-20
Atl 16-10-5…..8-10-6……24-20
Cubs 12-9-5……11-11-4…….23-20
Reds 7-19-3……9-15-3………16-34
Colo 16-11-7……13-9-2……..28-21
LA 13-9-3…….13-13-5……..26-22
Miami 10-14-3…..12-10-6…….22-24
Milw 14-10-4…..14-13-2…….28-23
Mets 13-13-2……10-12-4…..22-23
Philly 10-11-4…..12-9-6…….22-20
Pitt 11-9-5……13-7-9……..24-16
St. Louis 15-8-4……12-13-1……27-21
SD 8-13-6……9-16-4……..17-28
SF 11-14-8…..10-12-2…….21-26
Wash 17-7-4..…14-10-3………31-17

Orioles 7-17-6…….10-15-2……17-32
Boston 14-9-6……15-10-3……29-19
White Sox 9-16-3…….7-17-2…..16-33
Cleveland 12-8-5……18-7-5……30-15
Detroit 10-13-4……12-12-6……22-24
Astros 14-10-7……14-8-5……..28-17
KC 9-16-3……..9-16-4……18-32
Angels 17-7-3……..9-14-6……..26-21
Twins 10-13-7……8-11-5……18-24
NYY 13-5-4……17-9-5…….30-14
A’s 9-12-6……11-12-6……20-25
Seattle 16-9-4……10-9-9….…26-18
TB 16-8-6……9-11-4…….25-18
Texas 10-14-4……9-18-3…….19-32
Toronto 9-15-3……..8-17-5…….17-312

%age of times teams score in first inning (road/home/total- 5/30)
Ariz 9-25……..8-27……….17
Atl 11-30……11-25……….22
Cubs 7-26……..13-28………20
Reds 9-28……..6-26………..15
Colo 12-32…….11-24..…….23
LA 9-25……..9-29..………18
Miami 8-27……..10-29……….18
Milw 8-28……..6-28…..……14
Mets 10-28……..9-25………19
Philly 7-26……..9-28……….16
Pitt 6-25……..10-30………16
StL 9-26……..6-26………..15
SD 6-27……..4-29……….10
SF 4-31………11-24….…15
Wash 13-30……..8-26……..21

Orioles 11-30……..9-27………20
Boston 9-29……11-28………20
White Sox 7-28……9-26………16
Clev 7-26…….10-29………17
Detroit 8-26…….7-29………15
Astros 6-29……5-26……….9
KC 9-29……..8-28………17
Angels 8-26……..4-28………12
Twins 7-30……3-28……….10
NYY 5-21……..12-30………17
A’s 6-27……..9-29………15
Seattle 10-27……8-28………18
TB 12-30…..7-24………19
Texas 4-28……6-29………10
Toronto 5-28……8-28……….13

Interleague play- 2018
NL @ AL– 30-17 NL, favorites +$821
AL @ NL– 16-16 NL, favorites -$702
Total: 46-33 NL, favorites +$119

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MLB

Thursday, May 31

Trend Report

Los Angeles Angels
LA Angels is 6-13 ATS in its last 19 games
LA Angels is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
LA Angels is 17-8 SU in its last 25 games on the road
LA Angels is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games on the road
LA Angels is 17-8 SU in its last 25 games when playing Detroit
The total has gone UNDER in 13 of LA Angels's last 18 games when playing Detroit
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of LA Angels's last 11 games when playing on the road against Detroit
Detroit Tigers
Detroit is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
Detroit is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games
Detroit is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games at home
Detroit is 10-4 SU in its last 14 games at home
Detroit is 8-17 SU in its last 25 games when playing LA Angels
The total has gone UNDER in 13 of Detroit's last 18 games when playing LA Angels
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Detroit's last 11 games when playing at home against LA Angels


Tampa Bay Rays
Tampa Bay is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
Tampa Bay is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Tampa Bay's last 6 games
Tampa Bay is 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games on the road
Tampa Bay is 9-1 SU in its last 10 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Tampa Bay's last 5 games on the road
Tampa Bay is 2-7 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Oakland
Tampa Bay is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing Oakland
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Tampa Bay's last 6 games when playing Oakland
Tampa Bay is 2-7 ATS in its last 9 games when playing on the road against Oakland
Tampa Bay is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Oakland
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Tampa Bay's last 9 games when playing on the road against Oakland
Oakland Athletics
Oakland is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games
Oakland is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Oakland's last 5 games
Oakland is 3-10 ATS in its last 13 games at home
Oakland is 3-9 SU in its last 12 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Oakland's last 5 games at home
Oakland is 7-2 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Tampa Bay
Oakland is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games when playing Tampa Bay
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Oakland's last 6 games when playing Tampa Bay
Oakland is 7-2 ATS in its last 9 games when playing at home against Tampa Bay
Oakland is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Tampa Bay
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Oakland's last 9 games when playing at home against Tampa Bay


New York Yankees
NY Yankees is 17-7 SU in its last 24 games
NY Yankees is 9-3 ATS in its last 12 games on the road
NY Yankees is 10-4 SU in its last 14 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of NY Yankees's last 5 games on the road
NY Yankees is 16-7 ATS in its last 23 games when playing Baltimore
NY Yankees is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Baltimore
NY Yankees is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Baltimore
The total has gone OVER in 15 of NY Yankees's last 16 games when playing Baltimore
NY Yankees is 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games when playing on the road against Baltimore
NY Yankees is 8-17 SU in its last 25 games when playing on the road against Baltimore
The total has gone OVER in 5 of NY Yankees's last 5 games when playing on the road against Baltimore
Baltimore Orioles
Baltimore is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games
Baltimore is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Baltimore's last 6 games
Baltimore is 1-5 ATS in its last 6 games at home
Baltimore is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Baltimore's last 5 games at home
Baltimore is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing NY Yankees
Baltimore is 7-16 ATS in its last 23 games when playing NY Yankees
Baltimore is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing NY Yankees
The total has gone OVER in 15 of Baltimore's last 16 games when playing NY Yankees
Baltimore is 2-8 ATS in its last 10 games when playing at home against NY Yankees
Baltimore is 17-8 SU in its last 25 games when playing at home against NY Yankees
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Baltimore's last 5 games when playing at home against NY Yankees


Chicago Cubs
Chi Cubs is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games
Chi Cubs is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Chi Cubs's last 7 games
Chi Cubs is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Chi Cubs is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road
Chi Cubs is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing NY Mets
Chi Cubs is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing NY Mets
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Chi Cubs's last 5 games when playing NY Mets
Chi Cubs is 1-6 ATS in its last 7 games when playing on the road against NY Mets
Chi Cubs is 1-8 SU in its last 9 games when playing on the road against NY Mets
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 6 games when playing on the road against NY Mets
New York Mets
NY Mets is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
NY Mets is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of NY Mets's last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of NY Mets's last 12 games
NY Mets is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games at home
NY Mets is 6-14 ATS in its last 20 games at home
NY Mets is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of NY Mets's last 6 games at home
NY Mets is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Chi Cubs
NY Mets is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Chi Cubs
The total has gone OVER in 5 of NY Mets's last 5 games when playing Chi Cubs
NY Mets is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing at home against Chi Cubs
NY Mets is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games when playing at home against Chi Cubs
The total has gone OVER in 4 of NY Mets's last 6 games when playing at home against Chi Cubs


Pittsburgh Pirates
Pittsburgh is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games
Pittsburgh is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games
Pittsburgh is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games on the road
Pittsburgh is 5-11 SU in its last 16 games on the road
Pittsburgh is 7-2 ATS in its last 9 games when playing St. Louis
Pittsburgh is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing St. Louis
Pittsburgh is 6-3 ATS in its last 9 games when playing on the road against St. Louis
Pittsburgh is 2-11 SU in its last 13 games when playing on the road against St. Louis
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Pittsburgh's last 9 games when playing on the road against St. Louis
St. Louis Cardinals
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of St. Louis's last 10 games
St. Louis is 4-10 ATS in its last 14 games at home
St. Louis is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of St. Louis's last 5 games at home
St. Louis is 2-7 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Pittsburgh
St. Louis is 2-6 SU in its last 8 games when playing Pittsburgh
St. Louis is 3-6 ATS in its last 9 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh
St. Louis is 11-2 SU in its last 13 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of St. Louis's last 9 games when playing at home against Pittsburgh


Washington Nationals
Washington is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games
Washington is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Washington's last 5 games
Washington is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Washington is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Washington's last 5 games on the road
Washington is 8-15 ATS in its last 23 games when playing Atlanta
Washington is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games when playing on the road against Atlanta
Atlanta Braves
Atlanta is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Atlanta's last 6 games
Atlanta is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Atlanta is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Atlanta's last 6 games at home
Atlanta is 15-8 ATS in its last 23 games when playing Washington
Atlanta is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games when playing at home against Washington


Philadelphia Phillies
Philadelphia is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
Philadelphia is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Philadelphia's last 6 games
Philadelphia is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games on the road
Philadelphia is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Philadelphia's last 6 games on the road
Philadelphia is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing LA Dodgers
Philadelphia is 6-12 SU in its last 18 games when playing LA Dodgers
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Philadelphia's last 6 games when playing LA Dodgers
Philadelphia is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against LA Dodgers
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Philadelphia's last 9 games when playing on the road against LA Dodgers
Los Angeles Dodgers
LA Dodgers is 9-4 ATS in its last 13 games
LA Dodgers is 10-3 SU in its last 13 games
LA Dodgers is 6-13 ATS in its last 19 games at home
LA Dodgers is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games at home
LA Dodgers is 1-6 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Philadelphia
LA Dodgers is 12-6 SU in its last 18 games when playing Philadelphia
The total has gone OVER in 4 of LA Dodgers's last 6 games when playing Philadelphia
LA Dodgers is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Philadelphia
The total has gone OVER in 7 of LA Dodgers's last 9 games when playing at home against Philadelphia


Boston Red Sox
Boston is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games
Boston is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Boston's last 5 games
Boston is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Boston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Boston's last 5 games on the road
Boston is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Houston
Boston is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Houston
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Boston's last 7 games when playing on the road against Houston
Houston Astros
Houston is 14-7 ATS in its last 21 games
Houston is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games
Houston is 14-7 SU in its last 21 games
Houston is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Houston's last 7 games
Houston is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games at home
Houston is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Houston's last 8 games at home
Houston is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Boston
Houston is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Boston
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Houston's last 7 games when playing at home against Boston


Cleveland Indians
Cleveland is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games
Cleveland is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Cleveland's last 7 games
Cleveland is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Cleveland is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Cleveland's last 6 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 11 of Cleveland's last 13 games when playing Minnesota
Cleveland is 11-2 ATS in its last 13 games when playing on the road against Minnesota
Cleveland is 11-2 SU in its last 13 games when playing on the road against Minnesota
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Cleveland's last 7 games when playing on the road against Minnesota
Minnesota Twins
Minnesota is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games
The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Minnesota's last 10 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Minnesota's last 5 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 11 of Minnesota's last 13 games when playing Cleveland
Minnesota is 2-11 ATS in its last 13 games when playing at home against Cleveland
Minnesota is 2-11 SU in its last 13 games when playing at home against Cleveland
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Minnesota's last 7 games when playing at home against Cleveland


Miami Marlins
Miami is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
Miami is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Miami's last 9 games
Miami is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games on the road
Miami is 4-8 SU in its last 12 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Miami's last 6 games on the road
Miami is 6-2 ATS in its last 8 games when playing San Diego
Miami is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing San Diego
Miami is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against San Diego
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Miami's last 5 games when playing on the road against San Diego
San Diego Padres
San Diego is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games
San Diego is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games at home
San Diego is 2-6 ATS in its last 8 games when playing Miami
San Diego is 2-6 SU in its last 8 games when playing Miami
San Diego is 1-4 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Miami
The total has gone OVER in 4 of San Diego's last 5 games when playing at home against Miami


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

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MLB
Long Sheet

Thursday, May 31

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CHICAGO CUBS (29 - 23) at NY METS (27 - 26) - 7:10 PM
JOSE QUINTANA (L) vs. SETH LUGO (R)
Top Trends for this game.
CHICAGO CUBS are 125-99 (-18.9 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 8-12 (-10.9 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 this season.
CHICAGO CUBS are 16-23 (-14.2 Units) against the money line on the road when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 25-29 (-16.3 Units) against the money line in May games over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 93-77 (-20.9 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
LUGO is 17-9 (+9.4 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
LUGO is 13-4 (+10.2 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
LUGO is 7-0 (+7.5 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
CHICAGO CUBS are 61-29 (+18.2 Units) against the money line as a road favorite of -125 to -175 over the last 3 seasons.
NY METS are 96-118 (-32.9 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
NY METS are 49-57 (-23.8 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 2 seasons.
NY METS are 9-17 (-11.4 Units) against the money line in May games this season.
NY METS are 41-52 (-18.3 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 2 seasons.
NY METS are 27-61 (-35.0 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

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

JOSE QUINTANA vs. NY METS since 1997
QUINTANA is 1-1 when starting against NY METS with an ERA of 1.93 and a WHIP of 1.071.
His team's record is 1-1 (-0.2 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-1. (+0.1 units)

SETH LUGO vs. CHICAGO CUBS since 1997
LUGO is 0-1 when starting against CHICAGO CUBS with an ERA of 21.00 and a WHIP of 3.333.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.0 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-1. (-1.2 units)

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PITTSBURGH (29 - 26) at ST LOUIS (29 - 24) - 7:15 PM
TREVOR WILLIAMS (R) vs. JACK FLAHERTY (R)
Top Trends for this game.
PITTSBURGH is 13-32 (-17.4 Units) against the money line on the road when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 2 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 63-81 (-21.0 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 485-341 (+61.0 Units) against the money line in home games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.
ST LOUIS is 40-43 (-23.8 Units) against the money line as a home favorite of -125 to -175 over the last 3 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 97-91 (-31.2 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 3 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 60-64 (-30.3 Units) against the money line in home games in night games over the last 3 seasons.
ST LOUIS is 74-70 (-25.2 Units) against the money line in home games against right-handed starters over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
PITTSBURGH is 4-2 (+2.2 Units) against ST LOUIS this season
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=-0.2 Units, Under=-0.2 Units)

TREVOR WILLIAMS vs. ST LOUIS since 1997
WILLIAMS is 1-3 when starting against ST LOUIS with an ERA of 7.71 and a WHIP of 1.799.
His team's record is 2-3 (-0.9 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-3. (-2.4 units)

JACK FLAHERTY vs. PITTSBURGH since 1997
FLAHERTY is 1-1 when starting against PITTSBURGH with an ERA of 3.27 and a WHIP of 1.273.
His team's record is 1-1 (-0.3 units) in these starts. The OVER is 0-1. (-1.2 units)

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WASHINGTON (32 - 22) at ATLANTA (32 - 23) - 7:35 PM
TANNER ROARK (R) vs. SEAN NEWCOMB (L)
Top Trends for this game.
ATLANTA is 32-22 (+13.4 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
ATLANTA is 71-69 (+24.8 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 3 seasons.
ATLANTA is 22-12 (+11.9 Units) against the money line against division opponents this season.
ATLANTA is 16-6 (+12.0 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
ATLANTA is 20-12 (+12.2 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
WASHINGTON is 33-21 (+12.6 Units) against the money line on the road when the money line is +125 to -125 over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 71-40 (+26.1 Units) against the money line in road games over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 12-1 (+11.2 Units) against the money line in road games in May games this season.
WASHINGTON is 91-50 (+24.1 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 47-22 (+23.0 Units) against the money line in road games after a win over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
ATLANTA is 3-3 (+1.2 Units) against WASHINGTON this season
3 of 4 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+1.8 Units)

TANNER ROARK vs. ATLANTA since 1997
ROARK is 7-3 when starting against ATLANTA with an ERA of 2.78 and a WHIP of 1.065.
His team's record is 10-4 (+4.5 units) in these starts. The OVER is 4-9. (-5.8 units)

SEAN NEWCOMB vs. WASHINGTON since 1997
NEWCOMB is 0-2 when starting against WASHINGTON with an ERA of 9.72 and a WHIP of 2.041.
His team's record is 0-2 (-2.0 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 0-1. (-1.2 units)

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PHILADELPHIA (30 - 23) at LA DODGERS (26 - 29) - 7:35 PM
AARON NOLA (R) vs. CLAYTON KERSHAW (L)
Top Trends for this game.
KERSHAW is 69-24 (+30.6 Units) against the money line in day games since 1997. (Team's Record)
KERSHAW is 31-7 (+18.2 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
PHILADELPHIA is 20-15 (+13.2 Units) against the money line when the total is 7 or less over the last 3 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 33-26 (+18.3 Units) against the money line against left-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 16-6 (+10.6 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
LA DODGERS are 26-29 (-22.6 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
LA DODGERS are 4-10 (-11.9 Units) against the money line as a home favorite of -125 to -175 this season.
LA DODGERS are 14-16 (-16.9 Units) against the money line in home games this season.
LA DODGERS are 3-8 (-12.2 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 7 or less this season.
LA DODGERS are 14-22 (-22.1 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
LA DODGERS is 2-1 (+0.2 Units) against PHILADELPHIA this season
2 of 2 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+2.0 Units)

AARON NOLA vs. LA DODGERS since 1997
NOLA is 1-0 when starting against LA DODGERS with an ERA of 2.57 and a WHIP of 1.000.
His team's record is 1-0 (+1.5 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-0. (+1.0 units)

CLAYTON KERSHAW vs. PHILADELPHIA since 1997
KERSHAW is 3-6 when starting against PHILADELPHIA with an ERA of 3.53 and a WHIP of 1.126.
His team's record is 6-7 (-4.5 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 7-5. (+1.3 units)

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MIAMI (20 - 35) at SAN DIEGO (24 - 33) - 10:10 PM
WEI-YIN CHEN (L) vs. JORDAN LYLES (R)
Top Trends for this game.
MIAMI is 5-17 (-12.9 Units) against the money line when playing on Thursday over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 70-83 (+8.3 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 29-19 (+12.0 Units) against the money line in home games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.
CHEN is 88-65 (+20.5 Units) against the money line in all games since 1997. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
SAN DIEGO is 2-1 (+0.9 Units) against MIAMI this season
2 of 3 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.8 Units)

WEI-YIN CHEN vs. SAN DIEGO since 1997
CHEN is 1-0 when starting against SAN DIEGO with an ERA of 6.00 and a WHIP of 1.333.
His team's record is 1-0 (+1.0 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-0. (+1.0 units)

JORDAN LYLES vs. MIAMI since 1997
LYLES is 1-1 when starting against MIAMI with an ERA of 6.48 and a WHIP of 1.680.
His team's record is 2-1 (+1.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 2-1. (+1.1 units)

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LA ANGELS (30 - 26) at DETROIT (25 - 30) - 1:10 PM
ANDREW HEANEY (L) vs. RYAN CARPENTER (L)
Top Trends for this game.
DETROIT is 10-4 (+11.0 Units) against the money line in home games in May games this season.
LA ANGELS are 14-4 (+9.7 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 this season.
LA ANGELS are 18-9 (+8.4 Units) against the money line in road games this season.
LA ANGELS are 10-2 (+7.9 Units) against the money line on the road when the total is 9 to 9.5 this season.
LA ANGELS are 343-268 (+47.8 Units) against the money line in day games since 1997.
LA ANGELS are 59-48 (+15.5 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 36-59 (-21.5 Units) against the money line when the total is 9 to 9.5 over the last 2 seasons.
DETROIT is 32-56 (-24.4 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
DETROIT is 2-1 (+2.8 Units) against LA ANGELS this season
2 of 3 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+0.8 Units)

ANDREW HEANEY vs. DETROIT since 1997
No recent starts.

RYAN CARPENTER vs. LA ANGELS since 1997
No recent starts.

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TAMPA BAY (28 - 26) at OAKLAND (28 - 28) - 3:35 PM
RYAN STANEK (R) vs. DANIEL MENGDEN (R)
Top Trends for this game.
OAKLAND is 45-36 (+11.4 Units) against the money line in day games over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 11-4 (+7.5 Units) against the money line on the road when the money line is +125 to -125 this season.
TAMPA BAY is 19-13 (+15.0 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +125 to +175 over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 20-10 (+13.2 Units) against the money line in road games in May games over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 18-8 (+11.2 Units) against the money line after a win this season.
TAMPA BAY is 10-2 (+11.1 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive wins this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
TAMPA BAY is 3-0 (+3.4 Units) against OAKLAND this season
3 of 3 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+3.0 Units)

RYAN STANEK vs. OAKLAND since 1997
No recent starts.

DANIEL MENGDEN vs. TAMPA BAY since 1997
No recent starts.

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NY YANKEES (35 - 17) at BALTIMORE (17 - 39) - 7:05 PM
SONNY GRAY (R) vs. ANDREW CASHNER (R)
Top Trends for this game.
NY YANKEES are 25-35 (-13.6 Units) against the money line in road games after a win over the last 2 seasons.
GRAY is 24-37 (-21.5 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
GRAY is 4-13 (-9.9 Units) against the money line in road games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
GRAY is 3-11 (-12.7 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
GRAY is 6-17 (-16.4 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
GRAY is 24-32 (-21.1 Units) against the money line after a win since 1997. (Team's Record)
GRAY is 11-19 (-13.9 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
BALTIMORE is 17-39 (-21.4 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
BALTIMORE is 10-27 (-16.6 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
BALTIMORE is 11-27 (-15.8 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
BALTIMORE is 13-28 (-15.8 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 2 seasons.
BALTIMORE is 6-22 (-13.5 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
BALTIMORE is 3-1 (+4.3 Units) against NY YANKEES this season
3 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+1.9 Units)

SONNY GRAY vs. BALTIMORE since 1997
GRAY is 3-4 when starting against BALTIMORE with an ERA of 5.15 and a WHIP of 1.445.
His team's record is 3-4 (-2.5 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-6. (-6.0 units)

ANDREW CASHNER vs. NY YANKEES since 1997
CASHNER is 2-1 when starting against NY YANKEES with an ERA of 1.73 and a WHIP of 0.962.
His team's record is 2-2 (+1.2 units) in these starts. The OVER is 2-2. (-0.2 units)

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BOSTON (39 - 17) at HOUSTON (35 - 22) - 8:10 PM
DREW POMERANZ (L) vs. LANCE MCCULLERS JR. (R)
Top Trends for this game.
BOSTON is 20-26 (-15.2 Units) against the money line when playing on Thursday over the last 3 seasons.
BOSTON is 39-17 (+13.1 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
BOSTON is 82-52 (+23.8 Units) against the money line in road games in night games over the last 3 seasons.
BOSTON is 33-11 (+15.2 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters this season.
POMERANZ is 15-5 (+10.7 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
HOUSTON is 6-13 (-12.8 Units) against the money line in home games when playing on Thursday over the last 3 seasons.
HOUSTON is 14-19 (-16.7 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.

DREW POMERANZ vs. HOUSTON since 1997
POMERANZ is 1-3 when starting against HOUSTON with an ERA of 5.00 and a WHIP of 1.473.
His team's record is 4-4 (-0.5 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 3-4. (-1.7 units)

LANCE MCCULLERS JR. vs. BOSTON since 1997
MCCULLERS JR. is 0-1 when starting against BOSTON with an ERA of 6.16 and a WHIP of 1.947.
His team's record is 2-2 (+0.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-0. (+3.0 units)

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CLEVELAND (29 - 25) at MINNESOTA (22 - 29) - 8:10 PM
SHANE BIEBER (R) vs. JAKE ODORIZZI (R)
Top Trends for this game.
CLEVELAND is 14-17 (-9.5 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
CLEVELAND is 13-15 (-9.7 Units) against the money line after a win this season.
MINNESOTA is 72-64 (+9.7 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 66-26 (+31.8 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive wins over the last 3 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 43-64 (-23.7 Units) against the money line at home when the money line is +125 to -125 over the last 3 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 81-102 (-28.4 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 3 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 98-125 (-46.9 Units) against the money line in home games when playing on Thursday since 1997.
MINNESOTA is 31-47 (-19.9 Units) against the money line in home games against division opponents over the last 3 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 31-40 (-15.9 Units) against the money line in home games against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 54-78 (-28.6 Units) against the money line in home games after allowing 10 runs or more since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
MINNESOTA is 1-1 (+0.1 Units) against CLEVELAND this season
2 of 2 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+2.0 Units)

SHANE BIEBER vs. MINNESOTA since 1997
No recent starts.

JAKE ODORIZZI vs. CLEVELAND since 1997
ODORIZZI is 1-2 when starting against CLEVELAND with an ERA of 4.63 and a WHIP of 1.457.
His team's record is 2-3 (-0.8 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-4. (-3.5 units)

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TEXAS (24 - 34) at SEATTLE (33 - 22) - 10:10 PM
MIKE MINOR (L) vs. WADE LEBLANC (L)
Top Trends for this game.
SEATTLE is 33-22 (+8.3 Units) against the money line in all games this season.
SEATTLE is 22-11 (+8.5 Units) against the money line in night games this season.
SEATTLE is 14-6 (+7.2 Units) against the money line after a loss this season.
LEBLANC is 11-2 (+9.8 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
LEBLANC is 9-0 (+9.8 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
LEBLANC is 8-0 (+8.8 Units) against the money line in home games in night games over the last 3 seasons. (Team's Record)
TEXAS is 197-188 (+23.3 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS is 36-35 (+17.8 Units) against the money line as a road underdog of +125 to +175 over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS is 92-99 (+20.7 Units) against the money line in road games over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS is 146-128 (+30.5 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS is 48-46 (+18.1 Units) against the money line in road games after a win over the last 3 seasons.
TEXAS is 47-52 (+15.0 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
SEATTLE is 914-827 (-114.1 Units) against the money line in home games since 1997.
SEATTLE is 167-209 (-58.5 Units) against the money line when playing on Thursday since 1997.
SEATTLE is 43-51 (-23.4 Units) against the money line in home games against division opponents over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
TEXAS is 4-4 (+1.6 Units) against SEATTLE this season
5 of 8 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL this season . (Over=+1.8 Units)

MIKE MINOR vs. SEATTLE since 1997
MINOR is 0-1 when starting against SEATTLE with an ERA of 4.60 and a WHIP of 1.596.
His team's record is 0-3 (-3.6 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 2-1. (+1.0 units)

WADE LEBLANC vs. TEXAS since 1997
No recent starts.

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NBA Finals Game 1 betting preview and odds: Cavaliers at Warriors

Cleveland Cavaliers at Golden State Warriors (-12.5, 214.5)

Series tied 0-0.

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals for the fourth straight game and the series begins Thursday night in Oakland, Calif. The Warriors won two of the first three meetings and the latest matchup will likely begin with Cavaliers forward Kevin Love (concussion) sitting out.

Cleveland star LeBron James doesn't understand why there is complaining that the two teams are one again sharing the Finals' stage. "Teams have had their opportunities to beat the Cavs over the last four years, and teams have had the opportunities to beat the Warriors over the last four years," James said at his Wednesday press conference. "If you want to see somebody else in the postseason, then you got to beat them." There also has been a lot of chatter about how James lacks a supporting case - an odd notion for a team that is in the NBA Finals and one Warriors coach Steve Kerr doesn't prescribe to in the least. "You don't get to The Finals with one man, no matter how good that one man is," Kerr said at his press conference. "So we have great respect for the Cavs, their resiliency. The fact that they're here four years in a row - we know exactly how hard that is. So we're preparing for a lot more than just LeBron, that's for sure."

TV: 9 p.m. ET, ABC

LINE HISTORY: The Warriors opened as 11.5-point home favorites when the odds were first released Monday night and as of Wednesday night that number is up to -12.5. The total hit betting boards at 216 and has been dropped to 214.5.

INJURY REPORT:

Cavaliers - C K. Love (Questionable, Concussion).

Warriors - PF D. Green (Probable, Ankle), SF A. Iguodala (Out, Leg), SF C. Boucher (Out Indefinitely, Ankle).

MATCHUP CHART:

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ABOUT THE CAVALIERS (62-38 SU, 40-59-1 ATS, 46-52-2 O/U): Love suffered a concussion in Friday's Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals against the Boston Celtics and has yet to pass the protocol and coach Tyronn Lue doesn't know if he will be available. Love, a five-time All-Star, was seen on the practice floor Wednesday and Lue did indicate that Love will start the contest if he is cleared to play. Love's presence would alleviate some pressure off James, who is averaging 34 points, 9.2 rebounds and 8.8 assists in a stellar postseason.

ABOUT THE WARRIORS (70-29 SU, 43-55-1 ATS, 44-54-1 O/U): Veteran defensive stopper Andre Iguodala (left leg) will miss his fifth consecutive contest, leaving Golden State without a player who typically shadows James. "Well, he was MVP of the series in 2015, largely because he took that role on of guarding LeBron, but also because of what he did offensively," Kerr told reporters in reference to Iguodala's importance. "He's doing a little bit better. Some encouraging signs, but we have ruled him out for Game 1." Kerr did the duty of guarding James will be spread among at least four players - forwards Kevin Durant and Draymond Green and guards Klay Thompson and Shaun Livingston.

TRENDS:

* Cavaliers are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 vs. NBA Pacific.
* Warriors are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 vs. Eastern Conference.
* Under is 4-0 in Cavaliers' last 4 road games.
* Under is 5-0 in Warriors' last 5 overall.
* Under is 8-2-2 in the last 12 meetings in Golden State.

CONSENSUS: 53 percent of pointspread bets are on the underdog Cleveland Cavaliers while 59 percent of totals wagers are on the Over.

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NBA
Dunkel

Thursday, May 31


Cleveland @ Golden State

Game 501-502
May 31, 2018 @ 9:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Cleveland
123.624
Golden State
131.785
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Golden State
by 8
220
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Golden State
by 12 1/2
214
Dunkel Pick:
Cleveland
(+12 1/2); Over

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NBA
Long Sheet

Thursday, May 31

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CLEVELAND (62 - 38) at GOLDEN STATE (70 - 29) - 5/31/2018, 9:05 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CLEVELAND is 40-58 ATS (-23.8 Units) in all games this season.
CLEVELAND is 7-18 ATS (-12.8 Units) against Pacific division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 24-40 ATS (-20.0 Units) in non-conference games over the last 2 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 13-24 ATS (-13.4 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game this season.
GOLDEN STATE is 65-43 ATS (+17.7 Units) in all playoff games since 1996.
GOLDEN STATE is 67-41 ATS (+21.9 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 106+ points/game - 2nd half of the season since 1996.
GOLDEN STATE is 42-54 ATS (-17.4 Units) in all games this season.
GOLDEN STATE is 40-48 ATS (-12.8 Units) as a favorite this season.
GOLDEN STATE is 23-35 ATS (-15.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
GOLDEN STATE is 13-24 ATS (-13.4 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 10-8 against the spread versus CLEVELAND over the last 3 seasons
GOLDEN STATE is 12-6 straight up against CLEVELAND over the last 3 seasons
10 of 17 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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NBA

Thursday, May 31

Warriors-Cavaliers meet in Finals for 4th year in row; Golden State won seven of last eight series games (6-2 vs spread). Cleveland is 1-4 vs spread in its last five visits to Oakland. Over is 4-2 in last six series games. Both teams won last series in seven games; Golden State split its last six games; under is 9-1 in their last ten games. Off days since western final give Curry/Thompson time to rest their injuries. Cavaliers won four of last five games after going down 2-0 to Boston; under is 5-2 in their last seven games. Iguodala has been ruled out for the Warriors.

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NBA

Thursday, May 31

Trend Report

Cleveland Cavaliers
Cleveland is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games
Cleveland is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Cleveland's last 7 games
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Cleveland's last 5 games on the road
Cleveland is 1-6-1 ATS in its last 8 games when playing Golden State
Cleveland is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games when playing Golden State
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Cleveland's last 6 games when playing Golden State
Cleveland is 0-4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Golden State
Cleveland is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Golden State
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Cleveland's last 10 games when playing on the road against Golden State
Golden State Warriors
Golden State is 12-5 SU in its last 17 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Golden State's last 5 games
Golden State is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Golden State's last 5 games at home
Golden State is 6-1-1 ATS in its last 8 games when playing Cleveland
Golden State is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing Cleveland
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Golden State's last 6 games when playing Cleveland
Golden State is 4-0-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing at home against Cleveland
Golden State is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Cleveland
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Golden State's last 10 games when playing at home against Cleveland

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WNBA
Dunkel

Thursday, May 31


Las Vegas @ Seattle

Game 611-612
May 31, 2018 @ 10:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Las Vegas
102.686
Seattle
111.160
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Seattle
by 8 1/2
166
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Seattle
by 12 1/2
162 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Las Vegas
(+12 1/2); Over

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WNBA
Long Sheet

Thursday, May 31

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LAS VEGAS (0 - 3) at SEATTLE (4 - 1) - 5/31/2018, 10:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SEATTLE is 121-84 ATS (+28.6 Units) in home games vs. division opponents since 1997.
SEATTLE is 61-40 ATS (+17.0 Units) in home games after a non-conference game since 1997.
LAS VEGAS is 8-1 ATS (+6.9 Units) as a road underdog of 12.5 to 15 points over the last 3 seasons.
LAS VEGAS is 10-2 ATS (+7.8 Units) as a road underdog of 12.5 to 18 points over the last 3 seasons.
LAS VEGAS is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) as a road underdog of 12.5 or more points over the last 3 seasons.
LAS VEGAS is 77-52 ATS (+19.8 Units) in a road game where where the total is greater than or equal to 150 since 1997.
SEATTLE is 0-6 ATS (-6.6 Units) on Thursday over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
SEATTLE is 5-3 against the spread versus LAS VEGAS over the last 3 seasons
SEATTLE is 6-2 straight up against LAS VEGAS over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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WNBA

Thursday, May 31

Trend Report

Las Vegas Aces
Las Vegas is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Las Vegas's last 6 games
Las Vegas is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Las Vegas is 1-9 SU in its last 10 games on the road
Las Vegas is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Seattle
Las Vegas is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games when playing Seattle
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Las Vegas's last 6 games when playing Seattle
Las Vegas is 4-13 ATS in its last 17 games when playing on the road against Seattle
Las Vegas is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games when playing on the road against Seattle
Seattle Storm
Seattle is 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games
Seattle is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Seattle's last 5 games
Seattle is 0-5 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Seattle is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games at home
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Seattle's last 9 games at home
Seattle is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games when playing Las Vegas
Seattle is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing Las Vegas
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Seattle's last 6 games when playing Las Vegas
Seattle is 13-4 ATS in its last 17 games when playing at home against Las Vegas
Seattle is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Las Vegas

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Sharp Bettor

SharpBettor FREE Play for Thursday, May 31, 2018

5/31 04:15 PM MLB (953) PITTSBURGH PIRATES (T WILLIAMS - R) VS (954) ST. LOUIS CARDINALS (J FLAHERTY - R)

Take : Cardinals

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Free Selection from Kenny Towers

Un 10.5 NYY/Bal - MLB

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Free Selection from Jim Feist

Jim Feist's Comp Pick, Thursday, May 31, 2018

5/31 04:15 PM PT / 7:15 PM ET

MLB (953) PITTSBURGH PIRATES VS (954) ST. LOUIS CARDINALS

Take: (954) ST. LOUIS CARDINALS

Reason: Your free play for Thursday, May 31, 2018 is in the MLB scheduled contest between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the St Cardinals. Your free play is on the Cardinals.

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Easy Money Sports

Lee's Free Thursday Selection Is

Atlanta w/Newcomb -122

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Teyas Sports

FREE PICKS 5/31 MLB CUBS UNDER 8

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The Last Call

Thursday's Free Play: San Diego Padres - 137

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Team Underground

MLB NEW YORK YANKEES ‑165

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Vegas Sports Picks

MLB WASHINGTON NATIONALS/ATLANTA BRAVES u8.5

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Power Play Wins

MLB LOS ANGELES ANGELS ‑200

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Best Sports Capper

MLB OAKLAND ATHLETICS ‑140

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Pure Lock

MLB LOS ANGELES ANGELS ‑1.5 ‑140

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Tommy King Wins

MLB MIAMI MARLINS +125

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Wise Guy Insider

MLB SEATTLE MARINERS ‑145

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R and R Totals

MLB PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES/LOS ANGELES DODGERS ‑105 o6.5

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Pinnacle Sports Picks

MLB MINNESOTA TWINS +115

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Tys Terrific Tips

MLB OAKLAND ATHLETICS ‑140

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Minoru Tanaka Consulting

MLB SEATTLE MARINERS ‑1.5 +145

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Lasvegasmoneymachine

MLB CHICAGO CUBS ‑160

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Monster Sports Picks

MLB CHICAGO CUBS ‑160

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Total Winner Sports

MLB HOUSTON ASTROS ‑195

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Valley Sports

MLB NEW YORK YANKEES ‑180

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VIP Sports Picks Las Vegas

MLB SAN DIEGO PADRES ‑135

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Picks 2 Play

MLB ATLANTA BRAVES ‑120

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First Half Sports

MLB SAN DIEGO PADRES ‑135

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DONNY ACTION

MLB PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES +150