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Kevin Dolan Event: (201961) Real Sociedad at (201962) Sevilla
Sport/League: SOC
Date/Time: January 9, 2021 8AM EST
Play: Sevilla +122
PLAY: SEVILLA ML +122

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Football Jesus Podcast : Seahawks - 3 ,free pick

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Carmine Bianco Event: (202545) Hoffenheim at (202546) Schalke 04
Sport/League: SOC
Date/Time: January 9, 2021 9AM EST
Play: Hoffenheim -131
German Bundesliga - Hoffenheim at Schalke
Quick Synopsis: While neither team has been in form of late the problems of Schalke remarkably go back to last season where just before the pandemic shut down this team was in the top 6 of the standings before a free fall that's seen them go without a win in 30 straight games. They'll tie a record on Saturday if they fail to win. Hoffenheim's troubles can be traced to injuries but as they get healthy they should string some wins together and with their top striker in good form they should get the win here at a decent price.
The play is Hoffenheim -131

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Nick Borrman Event: Torino at AC Milan
Sport/League: SOC
Date/Time: January 9, 2021 2PM EST
Play: Total OVER 2.75 (-110)
Italy Serie A
TAKE OVER 2.75 GOALS
Line Parameter: 3% to 3.0, but pay up to -130 to get 2.75

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Oskeim Sports Event: (145) Tampa Bay Buccaneers at (146) Washington Football Team
Sport/League: NFL
Date/Time: January 9, 2021 8PM EST
Play: Washington Football Team +9.0 (-110)
The historical trends in this game strongly favor The Washington Football Team. NFL playoff underdogs, all road teams, went 6-2 straight-up in the wild-card round the past two seasons. One or more underdogs have won an NFL wild-card round game (outright) in 11 of the past 13 seasons. Road teams are on a red-hot 10-2 SU and 11-1 ATS run in the wild-card round over the last three seasons. Underdogs are 10-3-1 ATS in the last fourteen NFC wild-card games.
Tampa Bay is the fourth team since 1970 to be a road favorite of six or more points in a playoff game. The previous three postseason teams lost straight-up. Tampa Bay quarterback Tom Brady is just 21-19-1 ATS in postseason play, including 4-4 SU and ATS on the road and 1-3 SU and 0-4 ATS versus NFC East foes. Let's also note that Brady is a pedestrian 7-5 SU and 4-7-1 ATS in postseason affairs versus .699 or worse opposition, including 0-6-1 ATS when favored by fewer than nine points.
In contrast, Washington is the third team to make the playoffs with a sub.-500 record since 1982. The previous two teams won and covered the point spread in their first playoff games. Washington is a profitable 13-5 SU and 15-3 ATS in the playoffs versus opponents entering off a SU and ATS win, including 9-0 ATS in the last nine. I also like the fact that Washington is 5-1 SU and 4-2 ATS with quarterback Alex Smith under center.
Finally, Washington's front seven owns a 37% pressure rate (8th-best in NFL) and will cause issues for Brady, whose passing efficiency numbers drop precipitously when under duress. Grab the points with The Washington Football Team as Oskeim Sports' Free NFL Winner on Saturday, January 9.

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Dwayne Bryant Event: (145) Tampa Bay Buccaneers at (146) Washington Football Team
Sport/League: NFL
Date/Time: January 9, 2021 8PM EST
Play: Washington Football Team +8.0 (-110)
BET SIZE
2% at +7.5 or better
1% at +7
NO PLAY below +7
I'm expecting the public to be all over the Bucs here. It's Tom Brady in the playoffs against a 7-9 team that most feel does not belong in the postseason. That lack of respect usually leads to an inspired performance. Twice before a 7-9 team has made the playoffs. Both teams won on Wild Card weekend. The Football Team will be playing with a huge chip on its proverbial shoulder, and who doesn't get fired up to face Brady in the playoffs? Washington's defense ranks #3 in DVOA, including #2 against the pass. That WFT pass rush led by Chase Young could make things very uncomfortable for Mr. Brady. Can Washington make it 3-0 for 7-9 playoff teams on Wild Card weekend? I don't know. It is possible, and I definitely expect them to keep this a one-possession game. PLAY WASHINGTON.

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Saturday, January 9: Sam Houston P6 Mandatory Payout Picks

January 8, 2021 | By Jeremy Plonk

Sam Houston Race Park opened its 2021 season Friday, and on Saturday will be rolling over a $51,876 carryover in the Space City Jackpot Pick 6 bet. The money was left from last March when the meet abruptly ended due to the pandemic, and Saturday’s Pick 6 will feature a mandatory payout (does not require a single-ticket winner).

RACE 5 (9:33PM ET) // CLAIMING // 1-1/16 MILES (TURF)

#8 RICK’S RAIDER (20-1) // 24% Win
#10 SLEW TANG CLAN (20-1) // 14% Win
#2 FLEXATI (8-1) // 14% Win
#1 (BOURBON WISDOM (8-5) // 13% Win

Notes: Longshots abound from the algorithm, which welcomes back RICK’S RAIDER from a nearly 4-year layoff as the 1/ST BET top choice. You’ll obviously want to tread cautiously and include others, where prices continue among the top picks. Strong morning line favorite BOURBON WISDOM has more recent form with 4 top-3 finishes since October.

RACE 6 (10:00PM ET) // OPTIONAL CLAIMING // 5-1/2 FURLONGS

#2 LUCKY PROMISE (9-2) // 27% Win
#6 ULTIMATE (2-1) // 19% Win
#5 TAPPED TO THE MAX (3-1) // 15% Win
#1 BOBBY BRINKLEY (7-2) // 12% Win

Notes: The top choice LUCKY PROMISE is a very healthy price for high-percentage trainer Austin Gustafson and finished second at Remington Park behind BOBBY BRINKLEY. Both appear contenders here, along with Steve Asmussen’s Kentucky invader ULTIMATE.

RACE 7 (10:27PM ET) // MAIDEN SPECIAL WEIGHT // 6 FURLONGS

#1 VEGAS GUY (1-1) // 30% Win
#5 TIZTRUCULENT (8-1) // 17% Win
#2 NEW DICE (20-1) // 11% Win
#4 HE’S A BOMB (15-1) // 10% Win

Notes: Logical Pick 6 single VEGAS GUY has the 1/ST BET highest win projection in the sequence at 30% and the largest spread to the second choice at 13 points. High-percentage trainer Robertino Diodoro brings this one in from Kentucky, and was a debut runner-up at Keeneland. First-time starters are under-valued by the AI picks due to insufficient data, but BEAR BRIAN and BURNZ DA BOSS are rookies to consider in the event the favorite does not compete.

RACE 8 (10:54PM ET) // OPTIONAL CLAIMING // 6 FURLONGS

#4 VERRAZANO FIRST (9-5) // 27% Win
#3 JC’S NIGHTCAP (7-2) // 19% Win
#7 IMPACT PLAYER (5-2) // 15% Win
#6 GOLD CRUSHER (8-1) // 11% Win

Notes: Top 1/ST BET choice and morning line chalk VERRAZANO’S FIRST looks for his fifth straight win. He won 4 in a row in Chicago before being claimed by mid-south regional stalwart Karl Broberg. This one could be another potential single.

RACE 9 (11:21PM ET) // OPTIONAL STARTER // 5-1/2 FURLONGS

#7 BOURBON COWBOY (7-2) // 27% Win
#2 ONOMATOPOEIA (5-2) // 18% Win
#8 MINER HEAT (6-1) // 14% Win
#1 COCO TIGER (10-1) // 12% Win

Notes: 9-year-old veteran BOURBON COWBOY comes off a victory and will be making his local debut. He’s 1 of 3 last-out winners in a competitive lineup of 8. This may be a race to get a little extra coverage. The algorithm longshot COCO TIGER adds blinkers for a good barn and returns to his preferred dirt footing.

RACE 10 (11:48PM ET) // MAIDEN SPECIAL WEIGHT // 6 FURLONGS

#2 CATCH THE DEVIL (5-2) // 25% Win
#4 MY GOLDEN BLING (7-2) // 16% Win
#3 BUBBLE LINE (15-1) // 12% Win
#6 JAN’S TAPIN GO (10-1) // 7% Win

Notes: While the 25% win projection for CATCH THE DEVIL might be a few points lower than some of the others in the Pick 6 sequence, consider this is a 14-horse field. That’s a significant number and 9-point spread to second choice MY GOLDEN BLING. The large fields are where many players spread their options. If you can focus here on 1 or 2 runners and connect, you reduce your ticket costs greatly. Of the first-time starters not represented in the AI picks, TURNIN AND BURNIN figures most prominently.

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Saturday, January 9: Eddie Olczyk's Saturday Spot Plays

January 8, 2021 | By Eddie Olczyk

Here are my key plays for a trio of races along the east coast on Saturday. We'll finish up with a longshot price late in the day at Gulfstream.

GULFSTREAM PARK RACE 7 (3:15PM ET) //MAIDEN SPECIAL WEIGHT // 1 MILE (DIRT)
#6 SOUND MONEY (4/1 ML)

The last work for Chad Brown's 3-year colt says "go time." See that move for yourself in our exclusive XBTV Workout library, where he drills in company with today's Gulfstream Race 5 maiden special weight entrant Untreated. Sound Money did not like the off track in his last start, and should be up close to the pace on Saturday. He had a good debut run 2 races back at Churchill on a fast track, and the forecast is for sunny skies in South Florida.


AQUEDUCT RACE 8 (3:50PM ET) // ALLOWANCE // 6 FURLONGS (DIRT)
#3 MY ROXY GIRL (4/1 ML)

I believe she cannot win on the front end like she tried when going a mile, but can from off the pace while turning back to 6 furlongs. Hoping jockey Eric Cancel (her 7th different rider in her last 8 starts) sits and makes 1 run. There's plenty of pace in this race to run down.


GULFSTREAM RACE 11 (5:21PM ET) // MAIDEN CLAIMING // 1 MILE (TURF)
#8 LA PINTA (15/1 ML)

Hey, that last race was bad and the race running line looks even worse -- even if from an outside post position. She's still fairly outside in here Saturday, but there are some positives to look at with this longshot. Her first career race was good. She races first-time Lasix Saturday. A warm Junior Alvarado jumps in the saddle and they'll have some pace to run into. This is the type of horse who can really pump up exotics at a good number. I'm thinking her odds could be as high as 20-1 off that last bad race.


Good luck and Happy New Year as well!

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Race of the Week: La Canada at Santa Anita

January 7, 2021 | By Jeremy Plonk

$200,000 GRADE 3 LA CANADA STAKES AT SANTA ANITA
Saturday, January 9, 2021
By Jeremy Plonk

The Lead:
Saturday's stakes double at the Great Race Place goes in Races 8 and 9, the Grade 3 La Canada on dirt and the Grade 3 Las Cienegas on turf. Both attracted fields of 7, though the former appears more competitive on paper to this eye as Jolie Olimpica stands out in the latter. I'll be curious to see if handicapper Millie Ball uses either of these races in the Xpressbet Beat the Host contest this Saturday.

​Field Depth:
Grade 1 winners FIGHTING MAD and HARD NOT TO LOVE have the signature scores and make this a stout Grade 3 event. PROUD EMMA is a Grade 3 winner, while MESSAGE, SANENUS and NEVER BE ENOUGH have only placed at the Grade 3 level.

Pace:
Speedster FIGHTING MAD could have some company up front with MESSAGE and MISS STORMY D, as well as the pressser SANENUS. It should be an honest tempo and give finishers a chance if they fire.

Our Eyes:
FIGHTING MAD and HARD NOT TO LOVE match up for the fourth time since May. FIGHTING MAD holds a 2-1 edge in terms of out-finishing her rival, while neither has been at the races since late September. So where are they now? That's the key. FIGHTING MAD has given mixed signals in her 2 most recent works with 0-2 maiden Reem. The maiden got the best of her 2 works back, while FIGHTING MAD was interestingly put 8-10 lengths behind that rival when they worked again in company Jan. 4. I'm not sure why you'd train her speed away as that's her best weapon; but he (Bob Baffert) is in the Hall of Fame and I'm not. FIGHTING MAD feels a tad vulnerable while giving 4 pounds to HARD NOT TO LOVE in the La Canada.

HARD NOT TO LOVE reached out nicely late in her New Year's Day workout observed on video at XBTV.com and I loved the way she galloped out very strong. It's good to see her want to do more after dropping 4 decisions around 2 turns since stretching out. The 5-year-old mare has only made 10 starts for patient trainer John Shirreffs and this could be the year she blossoms in routes. We know she loves Santa Anita (9: 5-3-1 here) and has as many local victories as the rest of the field combined. That veteran pilot MIke Smith is replaced by Ricardo Gonzalez should help the price. She gets more pace help in trying to reel in FIGHTING MAD than in some of their previous match-ups.

PROUD EMMA appears more of a Del Mar specialist, but Peter Miller's barn is off to an expected hot start to the winter meet as he's been accustomed to over the years. His December cold streak already seems a distant memory. She's handled MESSAGE twice in recent showdowns and gets a better pace set-up than that front-end rival in this spot. Take PROUD EMMA among those mares, especially after MESSAGE shut it down late in her Dec. 27 work with no gallop-out.

Outsiders here include SANENUS, 0-3 in the US since arriving from her native Chile; MISS STORMY D, who runs second off a 9-month layoff while against the hot early pace shape; and NEVER BE ENOUGH, a turf closer who could be victim to abrasive kickback on dirt that's foreign to her. Her pedigree leans all grass.

Most Certain Exotics Contender: HARD NOT TO LOVE is 9-10 in the superfecta lifetime and 9-9 in the trifecta at Santa Anita.

​Best Longshot Exotics Contender: No wild longshots are expected in the upper exotics, but PROUD EMMA did deliver a superfecta finish at 18-1 against the top players here in the Zenyatta.

Sending it in ($100 bankroll): $100 win HARD NOT TO LOVE.

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Saturday, January 9: Gulfstream Park Rainbow 6 Mand. Payout Picks

January 7, 2021 | By Johnny D

Playing Gulfstream Park’s Rainbow Six is gambling. So is writing an analysis of the wager on a Thursday morning. By Saturday, when the time comes for a mandatory payout of the Rainbow Six pool, the cupboard could be bare. Some fortunate (read: selfish) soul could already have emptied the till with a single winning ticket Thursday or Friday--before we get a chance to divvy it up among ourselves.

That misstep aside, below you will find Rainbow Six analysis and a suggested ticket. Now, what are the chances that yours truly can deliver a cut and dried $32 winning Rainbow Six ticket to your doorstep? Not great. You see, picking six consecutive winners is a bit like climbing Everest. It happens, more often than you think, but the journey’s wet, cold and it’s difficult to breath. Which sounds a lot like my experience when I recently built a snowman for my granddaughter.

There’s always the possibility that the winning Rainbow combination might include a runner or (heaven forbid) two that aren’t addressed in either space. That possibility exists because the game is gambling and in gambling crazy things happen all the time. That’s why cavemen invented odds. How else were they going to get fellow cavemen to bet against the T. Rex?

As long as the odds match the gamble, we’re good. In the case of mandatory pool payouts, we’re good. In other words, it’s the right time to play. The shoe is fat with aces, tens and face cards. Double up your wagers because, for one of the rare times in your life, the odds are in your favor (sort of). We still have to solve the puzzle, of course. But, Saturday, there doesn’t need to be just one winner to trigger bells, whistles, sirens and clanging coins in a complete jackpot payout. If we go six-for-six, we’ll all share in the bounty.

However, make sure to wear your snowshoes. It’s a tough climb.

RACE 6 (2:44PM ET) // CLAIMING // 5 FURLONGS (TURF)

Proceedings begin with a five-furlong turf sprint for $20k claimers, non-winners of 2. These races always are a challenging lot to handicap partly because players must decide what to do with class droppers. Are connections looking to steal a purse, or are they having a personal fire sale, hoping the discount will attract buyers? #4 Henni Penny is an example of a complicated class dropper with a trainer, jockey and circuit change to boot.

#1 Mo Me Mo My is one of 4 in here that exit the same race—a Dec. 23 heat at the same level, distance and surface. 3 of the 4 finished within 2 lengths that afternoon. Overall, it appears to have been a below-par heat for the level. This 5-year-old mare is just 1-15 and comes from off the pace. She was fourth, beaten 2 lengths in the common race. Her lone tally came Sept. 2, 2019 going 5 furlongs on turf at Del Mar. She also faced better company at Saratoga and Belmont and didn’t perform poorly. She races from off the pace.

#2 Sweetsweetsweet set the pace in the Dec. 23 common race and blew a clear lead late to be third. She’s a lightly raced 5-year-old, so she deserves a bit more attention than others with many more losing tries. Also, her speed makes her dangerous. There’s not much other speed in here and she could get a breather early. Although mostly known for his work while closing late on turf Jockey Julian Leparoux is an excellent speed rider.

#4 Henni Penny is a new face, arriving from the NYRA circuit. She was beaten 2 ½ lengths last out in October at Belmont over yielding turf against $40k non-winners of 2. This is a considerable drop in class. The 4-year-old changes hands from trainer David Donk to Kathleen O’Connell—and she is 8% with new arrivals. A significant jockey switch finds Irad Ortiz aboard. Can’t live with her and can’t live without her. She comes from off the pace.

#6 La Cara Bonita is just 1 for 11, is a 4-year-old filly and has familiar partner Luis Saez up. This filly’s been close in 7 of 11 starts and has been a popular claim at this level and below. A year ago she had some early speed.

#7 Chikaka was second in the Dec. 23 common race and finished well from next to last early. That was the 5-year-old mare’s first try at this lower level. Her lone win in 9 starts came at GPW going 7 ½ furlongs in Nov. ’19. She comes from far back.

#9 Just Smok’n is a 4-year-old filly taking a significant class drop and will be offered first time for a tag. She hasn’t raced since April when 6th in an optional Claiming $50k/non-winners other than. She hasn’t been fast enough before to win this and her trainer is just 0-2 off long layoffs.


RACE 7 (3:15PM ET) // MAIDEN SPECIAL WEIGHT // 1 MILE (DIRT)

A one-mile maiden race for 3-year-olds is the next hill to climb and the field of 12 offers several attractive options. Top trainer Todd Pletcher (30%) has 2 in here, as does Chad Brown (19%), joined by a runner from Hall-of-Fame conditioner Bill Mott’s (19%) barn. Conventional wisdom suggests the winner will come from that grouping. If you have access to any workout information, here’s a great place to make use of it.

# 1 Jungle Cry is a new face from Laurel. The colt closed big ground as 5/2 favorite after a poor start last out in only try. New trainer Jose Corrales is 25% with runners first time in his barn.

#2 First Task is a first-time starter from the Todd Pletcher barn. Brought $725k at Keeneland. Luis Saez rides (23% combo). Son of Uncle Mo has a get-to-the-point work tab with just one 5-furlong breeze in 1:01. Must respect trainer/jock combo and barn that’s 19% with first-time starters.

#3 Simovitch was a well-beaten 2nd last out Dec. 12, this track, level and distance, so has a fitness edge. Was colt’s third start. Trainer Mott’s been hot this meet (19%).

#4 Emperor’s Cause goes 2 fair sprint efforts to a one-turn route for low-profile trainer William Mathews and switches from an apprentice to journeyman L. Reyes (9%). Last raced Dec. 26, so is fit.

#5 Bracken is the other Todd Pletcher starter making his second lifetime out. Was a troubled and well beaten 2nd behind return winner Prime Factor. Trainer is 22% second time out. Jockey John Velasquez replaces Jose Ortiz (who re-rides #3 Simovitch). Two decent works since raced.

#6 Sound Money makes third start for trainer Chad Brown and has Tyler Gaffalione up again (29% combo). He had a defective gate issue first out and closed big ground late, then was favored and didn’t fire in Churchill slop. Has to turn it around.

#9 Seminole Beach closed big ground to miss by a head going 7 furlongs in slop at Keeneland in October.

#10 Eye of Horus is a second Wilkes runner that adds blinkers after hesitating at the start of his first race in November in Churchill slop. He has a nice 1:00 4/5 breeze 12/31.

#11 Rosenquist makes debut for Chad Brown and jockey Irad Ortiz (23% combo) off a steady series of works at Payson. Son of Uncle Mo brought $750k at Keeneland sale.


RACE 8 (3:46PM ET) // OPTIONAL CLAIMING // 5 FURLONGS (TURF)

This is the race for you, if you love a challenge and what horseplayer in his right mind doesn’t? BTW, let me know if you ever locate a horseplayer in his right mind. Five furlongs on the turf for optional claiming $25k/non-winner other than. There’s a solid single in here…or not. Check it out below. Good luck.

#1 Silvery Enough is a solid late runner with acceptable dirt form. Can he handle turf and close to be up in time. Saez rides for Hess (22% combo).

#3 Henry’s Word has Lopez/O’Connell combo (22%) on his side following wire-to-wire win at lower level. Needs more in here.

#4 Long Blade goes for Maker/Gaffalione combo (24%). Was claimed for $25k before new owners took a shot in the CC Express. Has speed and 3 wins in 10 GP turf starts, as well as 6 wins in 11 tries at the distance. Has enough speed to be in contention.

#6 Big Drink of Water starts for trainer Larry Rivelli and jockey Victor Lebron. They are an amazing 33% in 40 mounts together. This 5-year-old went wire-to-wire in a $35k beaten race Dec. 17 and drops in claiming price off that sparkling effort. He’s either a single or a toss. No wonder Rivelli is hitting at 28% overall and is 2 for 4 at GP this meet. He’s playing hardball here.

#8 Bourbon Currency is notable because he as 5 seconds in 7 GP turf starts; he’s also been second 4 times out of 7 tries at the distance. He’s never raced at this lower-class level, so he could be a threat. He doesn’t have any early speed, so he’ll have to come from behind under Jose Ortiz--28% combo with trainer John Kimmel.

#12 Freewheeler is a 4-year-old New York bred making his first GP start. Winner first out in a Saratoga NY state bred maiden race at five and one-half furlongs on turf, this colt tried the Gr. 3 Futurity next out and was second to the capable Four Wheel Drive. Those efforts suggest this colt has some ability and he has been competitive with fellow NY breds at the first allowance condition. He could fit here.


RACE 9 (4:17PM ET) // STARTER ALLOWANCE // 7 FURLONGS (DIRT)

Interesting 7-furlong sprint has attracted 8 runners for a $16k starter allowance.

#1 Secret Touch has been a popular claim (3 out of last 4 starts) in California and makes first start her for bi-coastal Bob Hess barn. The 7-year-old has a solid record and appears to fit in this spot. He’s mostly routed lately.

#2 South Sea was claimed last out for $12,500—the lowest level of his career. New barn is 20% with 1st claim runners. Only 1 for 8 at Gulfstream and 0-6 at the distance are concerns.

#3 Joe Di Baggio has a great name (dam Baggio) and has a solid record at this track and distance. Paco Lopez, who has won on his before, is back aboard for 17% trainer David Carlos.

#4 Uptown Classic has been runner-up in his last four starts, including in the Claiming Crown Rapid Transit—a common race to four others in this field! Off any of his recent efforts he looks tough in here. He has 2 seconds in 3 starts at GP and just 2 wins, 6 places and one third in 11 tries at the distance.

#6 I’m a G Six hails from the Todd Pletcher stable and will be ridden by Irad Ortiz (35% combo). He ran poorly (wide) in the CC Rapid Transit—his first start for Pletcher off a claim for $62,500—but the trainer wheels him back in just over a month and top jock Ortiz rides him back. He also has a 48 work Jan. 1 at Palm Beach Downs. Good signs for a rebound.

#8 All Around also looks for redemption after a poor effort in the CC Rapid Transit. He’s got a sterling record at GP with 3 wins in 5 starts. Top jock Luis Saez takes over for trainer Luis Ramirez (0-10 this meet) and will need to perfectly time this guy’s late kick.


RACE 10 (4:49PM ET) // G3 TROPICAL TURF S. // 1 MILE (TURF)

Always nice to spice up a Rainbow Six mandatory payout card with a grassy graded stakes race. The Grade 3 Tropical Turf at one mile has attracted 9 runners, including the defending champ among a trio of 8-year-old performers.

#1 Admissions Office is a 6-year-old that’s 0-4 over the GP turf course. He comes from far back and needs everything to go his way. He’s a big horse that can’t get stopped. He’s also been away since June, so he might need a race.

#2 Casa Creed has won just 3 of 16, but he’s faced Gr. 1 foes in his last 3 starts. This race should provide some class relief for the Gr. 2 winner at 3. Now 5, he hasn’t won since August of ’19 and was 0-5 in 2020.

#3 Ride a Comet has won 7 of 12 starts and was 2-for-2 in 2020. The multiple Gr. 2 winner did not race in 2019, so you know the 6-year-old is talented but tender. He’s posted 2 turf bullets at Palm Meadows for this race: a 59 (best of 20) and a 59 1/5 (best of 22), so it would seem he’s healthy. He’s unbeaten at the mile turf distance and has never raced at Gulfstream Park for ice cold trainer Mark CAsse (3-34).

#5 Frostmourne ran away and hid from foes in an optional claimer at Churchill in November. He’ll try the same tactics in here but should get some heat from defending champ #7 Tusk. Frostmourne had success at age 3 and is a Gr. 2 and Gr. 3 winner. That was long ago for the 7-year-old but he’s 1 for 2 over GP turf and 4 for 6 at the distance.

#6 Analyze It hails from the Chad Brown barn and, if the race is on turf, that barn is deadly. This 6-year-old has won 4 of 10 starts and is 3 for 6 at the distance. He’s never raced over GP turf but he’s been enough places so that shouldn’t matter. He’s a very steady performer that’s just missed in several Gr. 1 events, including the BC Mile in ’18. He did not race in ’19. He’s the one to beat.

#7 Tusk is the defending champ and he’s only had one race since winning the previous edition of this race in Jan. ’20. Is he the same horse that he was then? Jockey Gaffalione, who rode Tusk to that Tropical Turf victory is on #3 Ride a Comet. He will be suitably replaced by Luis Saez here. Trainer Saffie Joseph (18%) will need to have this guy at his previous best for him to have a say in here at age 8.


RACE 11 (5:21PM ET) // MAIDEN CLAIMING // 1 MILE (TURF)

Let’s wind this whole thing up with a one-mile turf maiden $25k claimer for 3-year-old fillies. Normally, these can be grab bag events but this one doesn’t seem as challenging (famous last words).

#1 Time Sensitive, claimed in Oct. for $40k and tried once at the maiden allowance level, drops for a money run. Jockey C. A. Torres is replaced by Saez. This 3-year-old filly moved inside from post 11 out of 11 two back and post 9 of 12 when overmatched last out. She’s got some speed, the rail, Saez, and a capable trainer. She’s the one to beat.

#3 Grey Charlotte dropped to this level from maiden $50k last out and overcame a wide trip to show some interest late. That’s noteworthy from a filly who finished second sprinting first out as favorite. Could be more in the tank for Barboza/Zayas combo (29%). Trainer having a rough season with 5 seconds, 5 thirds and just 1 win from 22 starts.

#6 Faith’s a Bluebird had trouble first out and drops as trainer switches to 24% winning jock combo. Would be a longshot stab.

#7 Our Ten Angles showed some life early in last race and then faded. Switch to turf in attempt to wake the filly up. Would surprise.

#9 Smarty Queen was lukewarm favorite last out for $35k going 7 ½ furlongs on grass. She ran poorly. Barn looks to jockey Irad Ortiz (60% combo with 5 tries) to wake this filly up. She did finish second at one mile on turf at GPW for $40k in Oct.

#11 Not Tonight Baby ran better last out when dropped to this level for trainer Jane Cibelli. Jockey Saez presumably vacates to ride #1 Time Sensitive. Corey Lanerie in the saddle for this filly who needs to improve quite a bit to threaten.


20-CENT RAINBOW 6 TICKET

Race 6: 2, 4
Race 7: 2, 3, 5, 11
Race 8: 6
Race 9: 1, 3, 4, 6, 8
Race 10: 2, 3, 5, 6
Race 11: 1
Ticket Cost: $32.00 for 20-cents

Race On!

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Al Cimaglia: Meadowlands Pick 5 Analysis-$100,000 Guaranteed Pool January 9, 2021 | By Al Cimaglia
The Meadowlands card kicks-off with the 0.20 Pick 5 which will have a hefty $100,000 guaranteed pool. The sequence has a 15% takeout and will be my focus.

Last night, the driver with the hottest hands was Todd McCarthy with four trips to the winner's circle. All 13-races were won by different conditioners.

Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 1

5-My Pal Joe (3-1)-Got the top, went to the 3/4's in 122 and sealed the deal drawing off by >2 lengths with a 27.4 kicker on 1/2. Fits with this crew and last week's career best of 149.4 was too good to not consider the possibility of an encore.
8-Always And Again (5-1)-Doesn't usually make an early move to get the top but did so in last and faded down the lane. It was still a good try to finish 2nd after being off 3-weeks. Looking for the same pilot to come off cover this week and the pace could be lively.

Race 2

2-So So De Vie (3-1)-George Nap steers and has had success in the past with this 4-year-old. Looking for an aggressive steer and could leave and not look back.
3-Keystone Honor (10-1)-Ten-year-old still knows how to win but blasting off the gate usually isn't his thing. Having the rail in last didn't help, the trip wasn't smooth but did roll late when able. Zeron is back in the bike and he should work a more efficient journey in 2nd Big M start.
4-Western Redhot (7/2)-Dunn takes over for Gingras and this small barn has won twice in 3 tries over the last 30 days. Redhot has won 2 of last 3 and will string along in 4th start for new connections.

Race 3

4-No Time To Play (10-1)-Took the long way around in last, gets post relief and now MacDonald takes the lines. Looks to be worth a swing at the morning line price.
6-I Got The Looks (15-1)-Was facing better when last here and now makes 2nd start on Lasix. Comes off a nice effort at Philly considering being idle for 3 weeks. Another price shot that is worth a look in a race without a standout.
8-Graceful Winner (9/2)-Has been off since 12/18 but Dunn returns, and he will need to work a smooth trip from this post. Drops, has hit the board in 2 of 3 starts at M1 with a picture and should be in the hunt with the right steer.
9-Swan In Motion (7/2)-Drops and 4-year-old tries Lasix for the 2nd time. Came home in 56.2 in last and could be better tonight so hard to leave off the ticket. But is trip dependent, needs honest fractions plus could be over bet and faces older mares.

Race 4

1-Sugar Town (9/2)-Drops in 3rd start since 10/28/19 after being bet down in last and didn't show much. But this is a softer spot and gets post relief. Should leave quick enough to protect the rail and stay in the hunt.
5-Toppville Olympian (8-1)-Comes off 2 qualifiers and improved in the 2nd but hasn't raced since 10-3 so there are question marks. Should like the company and Dunn sticks after steering in both qualifiers. Will respect chances in a race where many have issues.
7-Saying Grace N (3-1)-Cullipher trainee was bet down in last which was 1st time Lasix and broke at the start. Dave Miller drives and that won't hurt. Using and hoping for a rebound and to not be over bet.

Race 5

1-Semi Tough (5-1) -Makes 8th Big M start looking for its 1st win, and this is a spot to shine. Joe B takes a spin, and he can blast out and try to wire this bunch. Not sure that's the winning recipe but could control this race at a square price.
5-JK Will Power (10-1)-Gets a new pilot and some needed class relief. Bartlett could work a stalking trip and rally down the lane. Has the speed to be a threat and this post draw shouldn't hurt chances.
8-Stonedust (7/2)-It looked like this 7-year-old was going to take a picture last week but just fell short from post 10. Dave Miller was listed on a few but sticks again with the Cullipher barn. Looks like a major threat but was only 1-19 in 2020.

0.20 Pick 5

5,8/2,3,4/4,6,8,9/1,5,7/1,5,8
Total Bet=$43.20

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Jeff Siegel's Santa Anita Analysis/Wagering Strategies - 1/9/21

January 9, 2021
Jeff Siegel’s Santa Anita Analysis & Wagering Strategies

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Specifically designed for the rolling exotic player, Jeff Siegel’s “Daily Analysis and Wagering Strategies” isolates those horses that should be included in daily doubles, pick-3s, pick-4s, pick-5s, and the pick-6.
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The selections are posted at 6:00 a.m. and updated later in the morning to reflect late scratches and changes (approximately 10:30 a.m.).
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Grade Descriptions: Grade A=Highest degree of confidence; Grade B=Solid Play. Grade C=Least preferred or pass; Grade X=probable winner but likely at odds too short to play.


View today’s Santa Anita Workout Report (https://www.santaanita.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/workout-analysis-santa-anita-2021-01-09.pdf)



RACE 1: Post: 12:00 PT Grade: B
Use: 1-Rip City; 2-Gregdar; 5-Lane Way

Forecast: The Saturday opener is a highly competitive first level allowance turf miler with several legitimate contenders. Rip City seeks his fifth straight score and is guaranteed a good ground-saving trip from his favorable rail draw. A two-time winner over the local lawn with solid, consistent recent speed figures, the son of City Zip should settle in the second flight then have his chance from the quarter pole home. Lane Way exits a pair of stakes races and is back where he belongs. The son of Into Mischief continues to train well and may be the most dangerous of the closing types. Gregdar is lightly-raced and improving with racing, and in a race without much early speed he should find himself close up throughout, perhaps even on the lead. If not respected, he could take this field a very long way.
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RACE 2: Post: 12:32 PT Grade: B+
Use: 3-She’s a Dime; 6-Anna Fantastic

Forecast: Anna Fantastic is lightly-raced with rising speed figures and most recently ran a career top when missing by a head while four lengths clear of the rest in a better-than-par race for the level over this track and distance during the fall season. Freshened and training well, the K. Headley-trained filly seems the solid choice at 9/5 on the morning line. She’s a Dime is worth including on your ticket as well, at least as a saver. Impressive in victory at Los Alamitos in a starter’s allowance ($16,000) sprint last month, she’s fast enough on pure numbers to be dangerous and could be heard from late if she can get some help up front.
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RACE 3: Post: 1:04 PT Grade: B+
Single: 7-Rose’s Crystal

Forecast: Rose’s Crystal is an eight-race maiden and just failed at 70 cents on the dollar when third in a similar maiden turf miler at Del Mar, but this is her easiest chance to date so we’ll give her a chance to make amends. The daughter of Grazen has run well over this course in the past, has looked sharp and willing in the a.m. in recent drills and should be capable of settling in mid-pack and producing a winning late kick. At 5/2 on the morning line, she’s a win play and rolling exotic single.
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RACE 4: Post: 1:35 PT Grade: C+
Use: 3-Jan Jan Can; 7-Wicks and Chappies; 12-Sweet Sonny; 13-Majestic Mountain

Forecast: Bottom-rung maiden claiming older fillies and mares sprint six furlongs in a race that requires a spread in rolling exotic play. Sweet Sonny gets a break in the weights, ran well over this track and distance two runs back when earning a career top speed figure and drops to her lowest level ever. Once a $250,000 auction purchase, the daughter of Twirling Candy may have finally found her friends today. Wicks and Chappies, in the frame in her last pair and most recently a distant third in a fast, highly-rated race, finished a neck in front of our top pick when the faced each other last October and is the one to fear most. Jan Jan Can plummets to the bottom and certainly should improve in this league. She’s a fit on numbers and should be running on late. Majestic Mountain seems to be training well and adds blinkers for the first time, so she could easily be better than shown.
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RACE 5: Post: 2:05 PT Grade: B-
Use: 1-Zucchera; 4-Cover Version

Forecast: Zucchera has been chasing tougher of late but this class drop into the restricted (nw-2) $20,000 claiming ranks seems like a winning move. Although she lacks tactical speed, the daughter of Tapizar should be able to manufacture a sufficient late kick to get up in time. Her recent numbers are better than par for this level and J. Rosario rides her back. Cover Version also has a look on the class drop. The veteran mare actually is a bit faster on pure figures than our top pick but is a deep closing type that needs pace up front and room to rally to have her best chance. Her maiden-claiming win two races back charts quite well with these.
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RACE 6: Post: 2:35 PT Grade: B-
Use: 2-Brananx; 7-Thelusteismine; 10-Rest Easy Two Four

Forecast: Here’s another maiden claiming sprint, this one for $50,000 state-bred sophomores. Rest Easy Two Four joins the V. Cerin barn following a pair of decent runner-up efforts, the first at Golden Gate Fields and then most recently when beaten a neck in a lesser race at Los Alamitos. His numbers are progressing, the switch to hot-riding J. J. Hernandez is a positive factor and at this extended sprint trip the son of Shanghai Bobby should settle just off the leaders and then have his chance when the pressure is turned on. Theluteismine removes blinkers and shows up in a seller for the first time, two strong angles for the high-percentage P. Miller barn. A fit on speed figures and with F. Prat back aboard, the son of Boisterous is a logical contender. Brananx, second in both of his outings but with speed figures that are a little light for the level, certainly has room to improve with added experience and will be a factor if he can avoid trouble from the rail. The A. Mathis-trained gelding vans down from Golden Gate Fields and picks up U. Rispoli, so at 6-1 on the morning line he’s worth including on your ticket.
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RACE 7: Post: 3:05 PT Grade: B+
Use: 1-Earls Rock; 7-North Pole

Forecast: North Pole has disappointed in his last pair after a promising debut run but this son of Pioneerof the Nile – purchased as a yearling for $1,050,000 – is a first-time Lasix user removing blinkers and switching to turf and given the projected pace scenario the S. Callaghan-trained colt looks very much like the controlling speed. With the switch to J. Rosario, he looks quite capable of dominating from gate to wire while offering a good gamble at 7/2 on the morning line. We’ll also have on our ticket Earls Rocket, a newcomer from Ireland making just his second career start and his first for P. D’Amato, who always does well with these Euro-imports. A decent runner-up in his debut last September, his local works have been okay, and we suspect he’ll turn up a live item under F. Prat.
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RACE 8: Post: 3:35 PT Grade: B+
Single: 3-Fighting Mad

Forecast: Fighting Mad flopped at 2/5 when third in the Zenyatta S.-G2 last September, came out of the race somewhat worse for wear and was given the rest of the year off. She returns in a race she’s supposed to win, and her recent workouts indicate she’s plenty fit and ready. Most effective on the front end but not necessarily a need-the-lead type, the B. Baffert-trained mare is listed at 9/5 on the morning line but seems certain to go lower. She’s a logical rolling exotic single.
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RACE 9: Post: 4:05 PT Grade: B+
Single: 4-Lighthouse

Forecast: Jolie Olimpica and Oleksandra have the credentials to win this year’s edition of the Las Cienegas S.-G3 and rolling exotic players who feel the need to include them on their ticket can do so, but we’re going to take a stand with the lightly-raced and improving Lighthouse, winner of a valuable listed sprint stakes at Kentucky Downs last September and before that narrowly beaten in the Daisycutter S. at Del Mar. The daughter of Mizzen Mast has good tactical speed and then can really turn it on when set down in the final furlong. A prior winner over the local lawn and training like she’s primed and ready, the S. Callaghan-trained four-year is listed at 5/2 on the morning line and offers wagering value both in the win pool and as a rolling exotic single.
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RACE 10: Post: 4:35 PT Grade: B
Use: 1-Defense Wins; 4-Great Power

Forecast: Great Power once was well regarded but never panned out, so he’s making his living now in the moderate claiming ranks. Though beaten at even money when second at Del Mar last time out, the son of Blame has trained well since for new connections and should fire a big shot off the bench. A prior winner over the local main track, he’s projects as a strong pace presence in this six furlong affair and may be able to stick it out. Defense Wins, back sprinting where he belongs for new connections, needs some luck from the rail but has several back speed figures that are more than good enough to win. If he can get strong handling from the 10-lb. bug he’ll be threat in the final furlong.
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Brian W. Spencer's Daily Picks Laurel Park - Race #4


Picks
Notes


#5 Royal Number
Ran a big one with similar at this trip two starts back, and that kind of effort would make him very tough here while stretching back out.


#4 Shackled Love
Moves to a route trip for the first time off a pretty quick sprint try last out, and it's hard to look past him too much while adding Lasix and racing as a gelding for the first time.


#3 Bananas On Fire
He has been facing cheaper groups, but he has been putting things together since trying longer trips and might be able to stick around for a piece of this at a price on the hike.


Race Summary
Royal Number didn't fire a big one last out going a mile, but his two-back effort at this two-turn trip stands out and makes him the one to beat if he's able to bring something similar.


Laurel Park - Race #6


Picks
Notes


#2 Bean Indiscreet
Steps up to try winners in a logical spot after rolling a $10,000 maiden claiming group last time out, and she has some tactical pace to put to use with these.


#5 Embrace a New Day
Tactical type steps back up after a good run for half this price, but she has been competitive with this kind in the past and looks like one of the main ones here.


#6 Worstbestideaever
Finisher may again wind up with too much to do late, but the overall form stacks up nicely with these. That said, I wouldn't be too thrilled to take something like the 2/1 ML price.


Race Summary
Bean Indiscreet must bring something better than she did in that maiden win, but she has proven capable of better in the past. Solid two-back work suggests she might be bringing another good one.


Laurel Park - Race #9


Picks
Notes


#1 Yeyetzi
Speed will try to go from the inside, and there is a chance that she finds the front in a spot where there isn't a ton of other early speed. Price player can do.


#6 Miss Philly Dilly
Blinkers go on for this try as she drops back down in class, but it's worth noting that she already had a couple of chances at this level and is no sure thing at a likely underlaid price.


#3 Sand in My Shoes
Tough to trust after a dozen starts, but she's a good fit at this level after catching a tough winner last time out. Still, not too enthused about diving in here on top as maybe the second choice on paper. Let her beat you.


Race Summary
Yeyetzi steps up a bit but owns some decent pace that she can put into play from the start here. She meets a couple of logical players who have already had their fair share of chances.

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Frank Carulli's Daily Picks Freehold - Race #1


Picks
Notes


#3 DRAGON SAID
In good form cycle, moves outside in, one to beat.


#6 KEYSTONE MAXIM
Two wins and a second in his last five starts at Freehold.


#2 REUBEN TUNE UPS
No match for top one from post 7 during winless 2020.


Race Summary
Dragon Said chased the 8-5 winner three back, swept to command two back in a race dominated by closers, then rallied from far back while second-over to finish third last week. Play 3-2 and 3-6 exactas.


Meadowlands - Race #1


Picks
Notes


#9 FLYINGEVENBETTOR N
Right set-up, right price despite post 9 starting spot.


#8 ALWAYS AND AGAIN
Changed tactics on class drop, led until late, versatility helps here.


#6 THE CANDYMAN CAN
Paced evenly, has had chances at this level, can top $100k.


Race Summary
Flyingevenbettor N, second to the favorite after a :54.3 middle half in the fog, projects an ideal trip with plenty of pace to rally into. Play a 5-8-9 exacta box.


Northfield Park - Race #4


Picks
Notes


#4 PEARLAMERI
Good first impression locally, value play on the class rise.


#2 LAURENS VALLEY
Overhauled at odds-on by rival who was well-beaten next out.


#3 BAKER ROCKS
Slowed it down in middle half, held on for repeat victory.


Race Summary
Pearlameri validated her near miss at 32-1 with another runner-up finish while chasing the pace-controlling winner. She ran fast enough to handle the class hike in her third start after three months away.

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Jerry Shottenkirk's Daily Picks Gulfstream Park - Race #8


Picks
Notes


#6 Big Drink of Water
Got to the lead, turned back a brief challenge and won easily last out; one to catch.


#8 Bourbon Currency
Rallied well and just missed at Aqueduct last out and fits well at this level; late burner.


#1 Silvery Enough
Was on the board in his last two at this level and gets Saez up; could improve.


Race Summary
Big Drink of Water has tremendous speed and his connections thought enough of him to run him in the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint in 2018. Has the class to prevail.


Gulfstream Park - Race #9


Picks
Notes


#6 I'm a G Six
Tired in his last one but has several on his form that would make him a big player; makes his first for Pletcher.


#3 Joe Di Baggio
Usually is very close early and with this drop in class should be able to get on the front end; should prominent throughout.


#4 Town Classic
Took the lead and then was caught in a Claiming Crown race here; was second in his last four.


Race Summary
I'm a G Six has been improving and has changed barns in his last three. Pletcher is now his coach, and that never hurts.


Gulfstream Park - Race #10


Picks
Notes


#2 Casa Creed
Is a regular in Grade 1 and Grade 2 races and makes his first since running poorly in the G1 BC Mile in November; has plenty of class and looms as the one to beat.


#3 Ride a Comet
Has won seven of his last 10, including his last three; travels well and rarely runs a bad one.


#8 Hay Dakota
Has some late energy and has shown it over this course; was third in the G3 Canadian Turf here last year.


Race Summary
Casa Creed has some outstanding races on turf and the Mott charge is well placed in here.

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Brian Bitler (https://www.bigal.com/handicappers/brian-bitler) - NCAAB - Sat, Jan 09 at 1:00 PM
Brian’s 9* CBB Executive Order Texas vs West Virginia
West Virginia -1.5 (-103) (BetAnySports (https://affiliates.betanysports.eu/tracking/Affiliate.aspx?idBook=3&mediaTypeID=220&des=4&AffUrlID=1314&LandingPageID=1))

This game features the 9-1 Texas Longhorns and the 9-3 West Virginia Mountaineers. This is the spot that generally the Longhorns toss in a clunker over the years. They are sitting fat and happy winners of 5 straight games taking on a West Virginia team I think is bigger more physical and better overall. Look for this to be the spot where West Virginia takes off and dominates the BIG 12. Other then Kansas and Baylor this team is the cream of the crop. Huge blowout statement win here at home. Home team is 10-4-1 ATS in the last 15 meetings. Investment of 9 units on West Virginia rotation #626

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Sean Murphy (https://www.bigal.com/handicappers/sean-murphy) - NFL - Sat, Jan 09 at 1:05 PM
Sean Murphy's Saturday NFL Winner Indianapolis Colts vs Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Bills -6 (-117) (BetOnline (https://record.commissionkings.ag/_mflJQWEiC-BqkvbhkiKqDGNd7ZgqdRLk/1/))

Saturday NFL Free play. My selection is on Buffalo minus the points over Indianapolis at 1:05 pm et on Saturday. While the Bills have plenty of postseason ghosts to deal with I believe that's of little consequence to the players on this particular squad. Look for Buffalo to take care of its business in a favorable matchup with the Colts on Saturday afternoon. The Colts are known for their stout defense but let's face it, that defense wasn't all that good down the stretch and will be in tough against a rolling Bills offense in this one. We saw Indianapolis show a tendency to give up big plays down the field and that plays right into the hands of QB Josh Allen and the Buffalo offense. The question here becomes whether the Bills very average run defense can do enough to slow down red hot Colts rookie RB Jonathan Taylor. While I do think Taylor will get his, I'm not convinced veteran QB Philip Rivers can avoid the big mistake that ultimately puts this game away for Buffalo. I believe we're being asked to lay a very reasonable number with a still-underrated Bills squad on Saturday afternoon. Take Buffalo (8*).

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ASA, Inc. (https://www.bigal.com/handicappers/asa-inc) - NBA - Sat, Jan 09 at 7:05 PM
ASA Free Pick Saturday NBA Phoenix Suns vs Indiana Pacers
Phoenix Suns vs Indiana Pacers Under 215.5 (-110) (BetOnline (https://record.commissionkings.ag/_mflJQWEiC-BqkvbhkiKqDGNd7ZgqdRLk/1/))

ASA free play on: UNDER 215 Phoenix Suns @ Indiana Pacers, 7 PM ET - Two of leagues best defenses square off here with Phoenix checking in with the 9th best defensive efficiency in the NBA allowing 1.066PPP. Indiana is slightly better in that same category, ranking 7th at 1.06PPP. The Suns allow 102.4PPG, Pacers give up on average 108PPG. The second big key here is pace: Phoenix is the slowest team in NBA at 96 possessions per game, Indiana is 13th slowest at 100.5. Indiana played an OT game earlier this week at New Orleans but in regulation the Pelicans had scored 106 points. The Paces have held 7 of their 8 opponents this season to 107 or less points. Phoenix games have finished with 217 or less points in 7 of 9 games this season. Suns on 5-0 Under streak on the road and the Under is 7-2 L 9 meetings. Phoenix games have finished with 217 or less points in 7 of 9 games this season. Bet Under.

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Oskeim Sports (https://www.bigal.com/handicappers/oskeim-sports) - NFL - Sun, Jan 10 at 4:40 PM
OSKEIM SPORTS' FREE NFL WILD-CARD WINNER Chicago Bears vs New Orleans Saints
New Orleans Saints -10 (-101) (BetAnySports (https://affiliates.betanysports.eu/tracking/Affiliate.aspx?idBook=3&mediaTypeID=220&des=4&AffUrlID=1314&LandingPageID=1))

New Orleans finished No. 1 in Football Outsiders DVOA ratings this season and should easily handle the Bears on Sunday. The Saints are incredibly well-rounded and possess one of the league's most underrated defenses. New Orleans' defense ranks in the top 6 in success rate against both the pass and the run, as well as finishing the regular season ranked in the top six in adjusted defensive EPA. Chicago has not played a road playoff game in 26 years and has just three road playoff victories in the Super Bowl era. The Bears' postseason inexperience is compounded by quarterback Mitchell Trubisky, who owns the lowest QBR when targeting receivers running vertical routes. Chicago bettors will point to the fact that the Bears averaged 35 points and 397 yards in their last four games of the regular season, and Trubisky ranked fifth in the league in completion percentage and ninth in yards per attempt in that span. In their final five games of the season, the Bears averaged 31.2 points per game (tied with the Saints for the fifth-best mark in the NFL). However, four of Chicago's five opponents ranked 26th or worse in points allowed per game. Chicago is a money-burning 1-9 SU and ATS in playoff games following a win, including 0-7 SU and ATS versus .666 or greater opposition. Lay the points with New Orleans as Oskeim Sports' Free NFL Winner for Sunday, January 10.

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Hollywood Sports (https://www.bigal.com/handicappers/hollywood-sports) - SOCCER - Tue, Jan 12 at 1:00 PM
FRANK’S CUTTING ROOM FLOOR FOR TUESDAY, 1/12: Newcastle United vs Sheffield United
Newcastle United vs Sheffield United Under 2 (+101) (BetOnline (https://record.commissionkings.ag/_mflJQWEiC-BqkvbhkiKqDGNd7ZgqdRLk/1/))

My “Cutting Room Floor” plays are the situations I considered the closest to being worthy of investment but did not make the “final cut” for my official plays today for subscribers. In my look ahead to Matchweek 18 in the English Premier League, I have a strong lean to Under the Total in the match between Newcastle United and Sheffield United. Newcastle (W5-D4-L7) is winless in their last five matches across all competitions after their 2-1 loss to Leicester City last Sunday. The Magpies have scored just one time in their last four competitions. They have scored eight goals in their seven EPL matches on the road with expected goals (xG) dropping to 5.96. But they have only surrendered 11 goals in those seven games. Sheffield (W0-D2-L15) has lost three straight games and they have failed to score in all three matches. The Blades had only allowed two combined goals over a three-game stretch before allowing Crystal Palace to score twice in a 2-0 blanking in their last match last Sunday. Sheffield United has scored only four goals at home. Even with the total at 2, take the Under. Best of luck — Frank.

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Trace Adams

Last game of three here for Wild Card Saturday and I will be playing the Bucs and the Football Team to hold Under the total.

The Bucs offense has posted some big numbers to close out the regular season, with 44, 47 and 41 points posted over their last 3 games and Overs also posted in 2 of the 3 games, but even if Tampa is able to get their offense going tonight I don't suspect it is going to be enough to help take this game Over the total.

The Washington defense is definitely rugged enough to keep the GOAT Tom Brady from spraying TD's all over the field tonight and the Washington Football Team which is reliant on their running game and said defense is only scoring it at 20.9 points per game for the year.

Ron Rivera's team has played 5 in a row Under the total coming into this game and are 11-5 Under the total for the year.

The Buccaneers have played 3 of their last 5 games entering the postseason Under the total and are no better than just 4-4 Over/Under for their last 8 games.

Let's go Under on Saturday night at FedEx Field.

2* TAMPA BAY-WASHINGTON UNDER

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Bob Valentino

Tom Brady being back in the playoffs is nothing new. What is new is the fact the team he is with for this postseason ride is the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and his Bucs will definitely be one of the road teams today to win their game.

Taking nothing away from what Ron Rivera has done in his first season at the helm with the Washington Football Team, as Rivera coached this team while getting cancer treatments to their first playoff appearance since 2015. Throw in sure to be Comeback Player of the Year in quarterback Alex Smith and even at 7-9 this WFT is deserving of all props.

And you know what? Washington has a defense that is quite capable of getting to the aging Brady this evening in the nation's capital, as rookie Chase Young spearheads an athletic and aggressive front four that features another first rounder in Montez Sweat. As we have seen this season, Brady was rushed and forced into bad throws, as Tom Terrific (apologies Mr. Seaver!) looked every bit his advancing age.

Still, Tampa Bay and Brady in particular really came on down the stretch and they enter riding a 4 game winning streak in which Brady has been very much in-synch with his receivers.

When it comes to comparing the quarterbacks in this game, there really is no comparison as Brady happens to be the all-time playoff leader in completions, yards and touchdowns. I know that don't mean jack-sh#t when it comes to tonight's game, but he also comes into this game having thrown for 40 touchdowns this season on his new team and to me there is only so long this Washington defense is going to be able to contain him and the Bucs offense tonight.

Eventually this Washington offense is going to have to score and with a dismal 20.9 points per game scored I doubt it happens. Smith did well to go 5-1 in his starts since assuming the starting role, but let's not forget that Eagles coach Doug Pederson pretty much gifted them last Sunday night's game that has them playing tonight's game as the division winner and at home no less!

Ron Rivera has mentioned he is likely going to use a two quarterback rotation tonight and backup Taylor Heinicke has been getting first team practice reps, but that is not scaring me at all and I doubt it is scaring the Tampa defense either.

It will be close for a while, as this is a big road number to cover, but I think Tampa will find a way to cover this road impost and move on to next weekend's playoff action.

4* TAMPA BAY

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Tampa Bay Downs



Tampa Bay Downs - Race 3

Daily Double / Exacta / Trifecta ($.50 minimum) / Superfecta ($.10 minimum) Pick 3 ($.50 minimum) (Races 3-4-5) / Pick 4 ($.50 minimum) (Races 3-4-5-6)



SO $32,000 • 7 Furlongs • Dirt • Age 3 • CR: 75 • Purse: $21,250 • Post: 1:12P


FOR FILLIES THREE YEARS OLD WHICH HAVE STARTED FOR A CLAIMING PRICE OF $25,000 OR LESS OR OPTIONAL CLAIMING PRICE OF $32,000. WEIGHT, 122 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE DECEMBER 9 ALLOWED 2 LBS. A RACE SINCE NOVEMBER 9 ALLOWED 4 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $32,000 (RACES WHERE ENTERED FOR $20,000 OR LESS NOT CONSIDERED IN ALLOWANCES).





Contenders


Race Analysis




P#

Horse

Morn
Line


Accept
Odds





Race Type: Basic Race. This race has a mixed pace scenario. Check on scratches of any of the Front-runners (to look for a lone Front-runner). * KEY ANGLES * DANCING CRANE: Horse's win percentage at today's distance(sprint or route)/surface (dirt or turf) is at least 50. Horse had a bullet workout within the last seven days. Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days.



4

DANCING CRANE

8/5


5/2
























P#


Horse (In Running Style Order)


Post


Morn
Line


Running Style


Good
Class


Good
Speed


Early Figure


Finish Figure


Platinum
Figure




5

SUCCESSFUL LEGACY

5


9/2

Front-runner

73


64


59.7


43.6


37.6




6

STRIKING CHROME

6


3/1

Front-runner

57


61


37.9


55.9


51.4




2

MELANCHOLY BLUES

2


4/1

Stalker

55


52


55.2


44.0


34.5




3

RUBY LEE

3


5/1

Stalker

57


53


51.9


48.0


38.5




4

DANCING CRANE

4


8/5

Stalker

75


76


44.5


64.3


61.3




1

SEE ME SEE YOU

1


15/1

Stalker

41


42


38.9


39.8


30.3

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Camarero - Race 4

Pick 4 (4-7) / Pick 3 (4-6) / Exacta / Trifecta / Daily Double 4-5



Maiden Claiming $8,000 • 5 1/2 Furlongs • Dirt • Ages 3 and up • CR: 18 • Purse: $6,500 • Post: 4:00P


FOR NATIVE MAIDENS, FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 121 LBS. 2# DEBUTANTES ALLOWED 2 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $8,000.





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P#

Horse

Morn
Line


Accept
Odds





Race Type: Lone Front-runner. PSYCHO LADY is the Lone Front-runner of the race. * KEY ANGLES * PSYCHO LADY: Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. Horse has the highest TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse has the highest average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface.



2

PSYCHO LADY

3/1


6/5
























P#


Horse (In Running Style Order)


Post


Morn
Line


Running Style


Good
Class


Good
Speed


Early Figure


Finish Figure


Platinum
Figure




2

PSYCHO LADY

2


3/1

Front-runner

21


18


66.4


17.1


12.6




4

LA CATOLICA

4


15/1

Alternator/Stalker

0


0


41.3


8.6


2.6




1

CORAJE INFINITO

1


2/1

Alternator/Trailer

0


0


48.5


18.7


12.2




3

FOR JUNIOR SAKE

3


15/1

Alternator/Non-contender

0


0


0.0


0.0


0.0




5

AY MA

5


20/1

Alternator/Non-contender

0


0


0.0


0.0


0.0




6

VISTA MAR

6


7/2

Alternator/Non-contender

0


0


0.0


0.0


0.0























Unknown Running Style: CHICA CASANOUVA (4/1) [Jockey: Hernandez Sanchez A - Trainer: Maldonado Marie].

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Laurel - Race #9 - Post: 4:23pm - Maiden Claiming - 5.5 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $22,000 Class Rating: 66

Rating: https://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpghttps://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpghttps://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpghttps://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpg

#5 TOP HAT BOSS (ML=4/1)
#3 SAND IN MY SHOES (ML=3/1)


TOP HAT BOSS - Not much pace in this race other than this pony. On board this horse on December 27th and Joyce is back again in the irons this time around. I have to figure that this race's shorter distance should help this filly. SAND IN MY SHOES - Rosado rode this thoroughbred for the initial time last out and comes right back this race.

Vulnerable Contenders: #6 MISS PHILLY DILLY (ML=8/5), #2 SHUFFLEBOARD (ML=9/2), #1 YEYETZI (ML=8/1),

MISS PHILLY DILLY - This favorite may be out of shape without any recent works. This mount ran a mediocre speed rating last out. She shouldn't show signs of improvement and will likely suffer defeat in today's race running that fig. SHUFFLEBOARD - Doesn't seem to be in a convenient spot this time around. YEYETZI - Today's race is 5 1/2 furlongs. Hasn't finished in the money in a short distance clash in the last 60 days. Not the greatest of signs. Not likely that the speed fig she garnered on December 20th will hold up in this event.





STRAIGHT WAGERS:

Put your money on #5 TOP HAT BOSS on the nose if you can get odds of 3/2 or more



EXACTA WAGERS:

Box [3,5]



TRIFECTA WAGERS:

Skip



SUPERFECTA WAGERS:

None

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Santa Anita

Always check program numbers.
Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 2 - Optional Claiming - 6.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $63000 Class Rating: 92

FOR CALIFORNIA BRED OR CALIFORNIA SIRED FILLIES AND MARES FOUR YEARS OLD AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON $15,000 ONCE OTHER THAN MAIDEN, CLAIMING OR STARTER OR WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES OR CLAIMING PRICE $20,000. WEIGHT, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE OTHER THAN CLAIMING, OR STARTER ALLOWED 2 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $20,000.




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# 2 NO COVER CHARGE 3/1




# 6 ANNA FANTASTIC 9/5




# 3 SHE'S A DIME 6/1




I've got to go with NO COVER CHARGE. She has been running admirably and the speed figures are among the top in this field. This filly gets a boost with Gonzalez in the irons. Will almost certainly come out solid - I have liked the way this filly has moved swiftly to the lead recently. ANNA FANTASTIC - Looks very good for the conditions of this contest today, showing solid figures in dirt sprint races lately. Could best this group based on the Equibase speed fig - 97 - of her last outing. SHE'S A DIME - With a quite good 96 speed rating last time out, will definitely be a factor in this race.

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Mahoning Valley Race Course - Race #8 - Post: 3:30pm - Maiden Special - 6.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $20,000 Class Rating: 72

Rating: https://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpghttps://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpghttps://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpghttps://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpg

#5 BOSS BEAR (ML=8/1)
#4 CALIFORNIA RONE (ML=7/2)
#3 THERESTOFTHESTORY (ML=10/1)


BOSS BEAR - This jock and conditioner have a profitable ROI when they join forces. Look for this colt to show much better right here. Last contest at Mahoning Valley Race Cour finishing sixth in the slop is no sign of his true talent. CALIFORNIA RONE - Have to give this gelding a fair chance. Ran a nice contest in the last race within the last 30 days. In the last race on December 21st was a good tune-up for today. Got respectable betting action in that one, but finished third. Will most certainly do better in this event. THERESTOFTHESTORY - The rider/handler duo of Oliveros and Murillo Rodriguez has a strong return on investment together. Ran a winning race November 30th, but just couldn't beat the victor.

Vulnerable Contenders: #1 REDS IMAGE (ML=5/2), #10 AWESOME OX (ML=4/1), #7 INDIANA RED (ML=6/1),

REDS IMAGE - Would have to get more than the morning line odds of 5/2 to play this horse. AWESOME OX - Finished second in his most recent performance with a mediocre speed figure. When I look at today's class rating, it would take an improved performance to win after that in this field. INDIANA RED - Granted the last race was nice, finishing third. The lack of any recent activity raises some concerns though. Don't believe this runner will make an impact today. That last speed rating was most unsatisfactory when compared with today's class rating.





STRAIGHT WAGERS:

#5 BOSS BEAR is going to be the play if we are getting 5/2 or better



EXACTA WAGERS:

5 with [3,4]



TRIFECTA WAGERS:

Box [3,4,5] Total Cost: $6



SUPERFECTA WAGERS:

Pass

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Los Alamitos (Quarter Horse)

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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 4 - Claiming - 4.5f on the Dirt. Purse: $7000 Class Rating: 71

FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 120 LBS.; OLDER, 123 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE SINCE NOVEMBER 9, 2020 ALLOWED 2 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $2,500




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# 1 CAPTAIN FURY 2/1




# 4 DERBY FACTOR 4/1




# 5 SKY GLORY 3/1




I give the nod to CAPTAIN FURY here. Is hard not to examine based on speed figures which have been very good - 66 avg - of late. Win percentage under similar conditions may be the key for this colt. Ruiz has him trained very well to break rapidly out of the gate. DERBY FACTOR - Has been racing in the most competitive company of the field lately. Has some interesting handicapping angles which make this one a bet. SKY GLORY - Has a very solid shot for this event if you like back class. Looks quite good to be up on the lead at the first call.

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Handicapped by Top Horse Analytics at Aqueduct



01/09/21, AQU, Race 3, 1.20 ET
01/09/21,AQU,3,7F [Dirt] 1:20:00 STAKES. Say Florida Sandy Stakes. Purse $100,000. FOR FOUR YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD FOALED IN NEW YORK STATE AND APPROVED BY THE NEW YORK STATE-BRED REGISTRY. By subscription of $100 each which should accompany the nominations; $500 to pass the entry box and an additional $500 to start. For horses not originally nominated, a supplemental nomination payment of $1,000 (along with the entry and starting fees) may be made at any time prior to the closing of entries. The purse to be divided 55% to the owner of the winner, 20% to second, 12% to third, 6% to fourth, 4% to fifth and 3% divided equally amongst the remaining finishers. Weight, 124 lbs. Non-winners of a Sweepstake since June 1, 2020 allowed 2 lbs.; of a Sweepstake in 2020 allowed 4 lbs.; of two races other than maiden, claiming, starter or State-Bred Allowance since June 1, 2020 allowed 6 lbs. A trophy will be presented to the winning owner. Closed Tuesday, December 29, 2020 with 17 Nominations.
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Best in race Flags - (J)ockey (T)rainer (S)peed (F)inish (E)arnings (W)orkouts (L)ead (C)loser
After scratches, a horse P# must be the top rated horse for the Occurs, WPC, and ROI to be valid.


Rating
P#
Horse Name
M/L
Jockey
Trainer
Flags
Occurs
WPC
ROI


100.0000
4
Runningwscissors
12/1
Davis D
Englehart Jeffrey S.
TFL
263
34.22
1.20/$1


098.1753
1
Funny Guy
3/5
Franco M
Terranova II John P.
EWC
452
32.08
1.16/$1


096.9112
2
Our Last Buck
4/1
Carmouche K
Nevin Michelle
S
452
32.08
1.16/$1


093.7353
3
My Boy Tate
5/2
Lezcano J
Nevin Michelle
J
253
30.83
1.14/$1


092.8484
5
Celtic Chaos
10/1
Vargas. Jr. J A
Rodriguez Rudy R.


452
32.08
1.16/$1


Top rated horse with "Dirt Surface Not fst/wf" - WPC 29.51, ROI 0.79/$1
. . . .
100.0000 4 Runningwscissors
[Category]Condition
[AllCategories]LastRaceWasSameJockey

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Dave Price Jan 09 '21, 2:00 PM in 30m
NCAA-B | Montana State vs Northern Colorado
Play on: Northern Colorado -2½ -115 at all

Dave's Saturday Free Play:
1* on Northern Colorado -2.5
The Key: Northern Colorado was upset by Montana State 67-79 as a 3.5-point favorite on Thursday. Now the Bears come back as 2.5-point favorites on Saturday and will be looking to avenge that defeat. The Bears had won 4 of their previous 5 matchups with the Bobcats so it was a rare loss for them in this series. I think they come back as the rightful favorites. The Bears are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games off a double-digit home loss. The Bears are 22-6 ATS in their last 28 games off an ATS loss, and 19-7 ATS in their last 26 games off a SU loss. Take Northern Colorado.

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Dustin Hawkins Jan 09 '21, 2:00 PM in 30m
NCAA-B | Idaho State vs Northern Arizona
Play on: UNDER 135½ -112

1 Dimer on Idaho State vs Northern Arizona under 135½ -112

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Sal Michaels Jan 09 '21, 2:00 PM in 30m
NCAA-B | Delaware vs William & Mary
Play on: Delaware +2 -109 at Draft Kings

Free Play on Delaware +2 -109

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Info Plays Jan 09 '21, 3:00 PM in 1h
Soccer | Olympique Lyonnais vs Rennes
Play on: Olympique Lyonnais +120 at Bodog

1* FREE INFO PLAY on Olympique Lyonnais +120

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Bobby Conn Jan 09 '21, 3:00 PM in 1h
Soccer | St Etienne vs Reims
Play on: Reims +165 at Draft Kings

1* Free Play on Reims +165

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Mike Lundin Jan 09 '21, 3:00 PM in 1h
NCAA-B | Baylor vs TCU
Play on: TCU +12½ -109 at pinnacle

Baylor vs TCU Free Pick January 9, 2021
TCU took a 93-64 beating by the hands of No. 6 Kansas last time out. The Horned Frogs had won five straight as they headed into that contest, and I expect a much better performance from TCU in this one. They'll face a Baylor team that admittedly is rolling, but also in a look-ahead spot with first West Virginia and then Texas Tech on deck. Give me the home team, give me the points.
Free pick on TCU Horned Frogs.

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Black Widow Jan 09 '21, 3:30 PM in 2h
NCAA-B | Georgia vs Arkansas
Play on: Arkansas -8 -110 at Mirage

1* Free Wiseguy Play on Arkansas -8 -110

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Kenny Walker Jan 09 '21, 4:00 PM in 2h
NCAA-B | Georgia Southern vs Appalachian State
Play on: Appalachian State -2 -112 at Draft Kings

Free Pick on Appalachian State

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Bryan Leonard Jan 09 '21, 4:00 PM in 2h
NCAA-B | Tulane vs Houston
Play on: Tulane +18 -109 at Draft Kings

699 Tulane at Houston
The Green Wave is 6-2 on the season as the 40th ranked defensive efficiency team makes things tough on opposing offenses. This is a team that forces turnovers and shoots free throws very well, two key reasons to back a sizable underdog.
Houston is off four straight games against Top 100 opposition, including a tough comeback win over Wichita State. The schedule gets tougher again after this contest, so the Cougars could very well be looking past the Green Wave here.
PLAY TULANE

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Mike Williams Jan 09 '21, 4:40 PM in 3h
NFL | Rams vs Seahawks
Play on: Rams +3 -102 at pinnacle

1* on Rams +3 -102

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Jack Jones Jan 09 '21, 5:00 PM in 3h
NCAA-B | Wofford vs NC-Greensboro
Play on: Wofford +5 -109 at Draft Kings

Jack's Free Pick Saturday: Wofford +5
The Wofford Terriers want revenge from a 75-84 home loss to UNC-Greensboro on Wednesday. Now they don't have to wait too long for revenge as they play each other just three days later here Saturday.
Wofford goes from being a 1.5-point favorite at home against UNC-Greensboro to a 5-point road underdog in the rematch. This 6.5-point adjustment is too big, and there's clearly value in backing the Terriers here Saturday. That 9-point loss was the only time in the last seven meetings that UNC-Greensboro beat Wofford by more than 4 points.
The Terriers are 4-0 ATS in their last four games following a loss. Wofford is 6-2 ATS in its last eight games as a road underdog. The Spartans are 1-7 ATS in their last eight games following a win. UNC-Greensboro is 6-18-2 ATS in its last 26 games following an ATS win. The Terriers are 18-6 ATS in their last 24 road games against conference opponents. Bet Wofford Saturday.

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Stephen Nover Jan 09 '21, 5:00 PM in 3h
NCAA-B | Sam Houston State vs Central Arkansas
Play on: Sam Houston State +2 -108 at pinnacle

I believe we have a wrong favorite in this Southland Conference game. Sam Houston State is 8-5 and averaging 80.8 points a game. The Bearkats have a balanced attack and the best player on the court in Zach Nutall, who averages 18.9 points. The Bearkats have covered their last six lined games and also are 5-0 ATS in their past five away matchups. Central Arkansas averages eight points less per game than Sam Houston State and commits nearly 20 turnovers per contest.

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Cole Faxon Jan 09 '21, 6:00 PM in 4h
Soccer | CF Monterrey vs Club Atlas
Play on: Club Atlas +240 at Mirage

FREE PLAY on Club Atlas +240

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John Martin Jan 09 '21, 7:05 PM in 5h
NBA | Heat vs Wizards
Play on: Heat -6 -115 at BetCris

1 Unit FREE PLAY on Miami Heat -6
The Miami Heat have alternated wins and losses all season. They are 3-0 SU & 3-0 ATS following a loss this year. And I look for them to bounce back here following a 2-point loss to the Celtics at the buzzer. They face a Washington Wizards team that is 2-7 on the season and running on fumes. The Wizards will be playing for a second consecutive day and their 3rd game in 4 days. They could be without Russell Westbrook, who often sits on the second of a back-to-back. The Heat are fully healthy right now and should win and cover this game. Miami is 38-13-1 ATS in its last 52 games following a loss. The Wizards are 0-5 ATS in their last five home games. Give me the Heat.

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ASA Jan 09 '21, 7:05 PM in 5h
NBA | Suns vs Pacers
Play on: UNDER 215½ -109

ASA free play on: UNDER 215 Phoenix Suns @ Indiana Pacers, 7 PM ET - Two of leagues best defenses square off here with Phoenix checking in with the 9th best defensive efficiency in the NBA allowing 1.066PPP. Indiana is slightly better in that same category, ranking 7th at 1.06PPP. The Suns allow 102.4PPG, Pacers give up on average 108PPG. The second big key here is pace: Phoenix is the slowest team in NBA at 96 possessions per game, Indiana is 13th slowest at 100.5. Indiana played an OT game earlier this week at New Orleans but in regulation the Pelicans had scored 106 points. The Paces have held 7 of their 8 opponents this season to 107 or less points. Phoenix games have finished with 217 or less points in 7 of 9 games this season. Suns on 5-0 Under streak on the road and the Under is 7-2 L 9 meetings. Phoenix games have finished with 217 or less points in 7 of 9 games this season. Bet Under.

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Brandon Lee Jan 09 '21, 9:00 PM in 7h
NCAA-B | UCLA vs Arizona
Play on: Arizona -3 -105 at BetCris

PICK - Arizona Wildcats -3
RATING: 30*
ROT#: 786
I will gladly lay the short number with Arizona at home against the Bruins. This just feels like the perfect spot to fade UCLA. The Bruins have won 3 straight and are 4-0 in Pac-12 play, but could easily be 2-2 or 1-3 in league play.
They had 2-point win at home against Utah and 3-point win at home over Colorado last week. On Thursday they needed OT to win on the road against a depleted Arizona State team that was without preseason All-American Remy Martin.
Both Jaime Jaquez and Tyger Campbell played over 40 mins in that win over the Sun Devils, while 3 other Bruins logged at least 30 minutes. With just one day off between that game and this one, I think it really puts UCLA behind the 8-ball.
Adding to that is we can bank on a big effort here from Arizona after they were embarrassed at home on Thursday by USC in a 73-87 setback. While they too are on just 1-day of rest, they didn't have to play an extra period. No Wildcat player played more than 33 minutes and just 2 logged more than 30. Give me Arizona -3!

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Jim Feist Jim Feist's Comp Pick, SATURDAY JANUARY 9, 2021

1/09 05:15 PM PT / 8:15 PM ET

NFL (145) TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS VS (146) WASHINGTON REDSKINS

Take: (146) WASHINGTON REDSKINS

Reason: Tom Brady has led the Bucs back to the postseason for the first time since 2007. The Bucs will travel to DC to take on Washington here in the Wild Card round. The Bucs have the league's 3rd ranked scoring offense (30.8 ppg) and will face one of the best passing defenses in the league here this week. Washington started the season 2-7, but finished strong with a 5-2 record to take the NFC East. The defense is the backbone of this team, ranking 2nd in total yards allowed and 2nd in passing yards allowed. They were also 4th in points allowed. Washington is 4-1 ATS in their last five games as a underdog. They are also 5-2 ATS in their last seven games overall. The dog has gone 5-0-1 ATS the last six meetings between these teams. Your free play is on Washington.

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144. Seahawks -4 (SAT 1:40 PT / 4:40 ET)

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Atlantic Sports
Early Saturday's Free Selection from Atlantic Sports: South Florida Bulls pick 'em

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#1 Sports Late Saturday's Free Play: Milwaukee Bucks - 13

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Platinum Plays Your Free Pick: the Atlanta Hawks -4 over Charlotte

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Sharp Bettor SharpBettor FREE Play SATURDAY, January 9, 2021
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146. Washington +8 (5:15 PT / 8:15 ET)

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Easy Money Sports
Lee's Free Late Saturday Selection Is
Saint Mary's -9

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Nevada Sharpshooter
Your free winner for Saturday : Take BOWLING GREEN (CBB) -6 over Central Michigan

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Golden Dragon
FREE WINNER for Saturday
St Johns +14

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Hawkeye Sports Late Saturday's Free Pick: LSU Tigers + 2

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Huddle Up Sports
Saturday Free Play:
Kansas -7 CBB

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Arthur Ralph

Sat: Virginia - 8 1/2

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The Last Call Saturday's Late Free Play: Cleveland State Vikings - 2 1/2

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Teyas Sports FREE PICK 1/9/2021 CBB SETON HALL -4

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Vegas Steam Line
Your free winner for Saturday: FLORIDA (CBB) -4 over Kentucky

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High Stakes Syndicate Free Selection for Late Saturday: San Diego State Aztecs - 11

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Kenny Towers Your Free Pick for Saturday: San Antonio/Minnesota OVER 231