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NFL Top Plays

Under Bills
Steelers
Saints
Bengals
Over Cowboys

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NFL Top Plays

Panthers
Under Colts
Under 49ers

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NFL weather report: Sunday's forecasts

Find out how weather will impact your NFL bets for Sunday's matchups:

New England Patriots at Buffalo Bills (+10, 51)

Temperatures will be in the mid-60s with a 12 percent possibility of rain. Wind will blow across the field from the NE at 12 mph.

Seattle Seahawks at Carolina Panthers (+3, 45)

Temperatures will be in the mid-80s and skies will be clear before giving way to partly cloudy conditions as the game progresses. There is a 17 percent chance of rain in the forecast.

Cincinnati Bengals at Chicago Bears (-3, 41.5)

Forecasts in Chicago are calling for temperatures in the low-70s with mostly cloudy skies. Wind will blow across the field at 13 mph.

Miami Dolphins at Cleveland Browns (Pick, 40.5)

Temperatures will be in the low-70s with mostly cloudy skies. Wind will blow from the NE towards the SW endzone at 14 mph.

Kansas City Chiefs at Jacksonville Jaguars (+3.5, 42.5)

Skies will be clear and temperatures will be in the mid-80s.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at New York Jets (+3.5, 39.5)

Skies will be partly cloudy and temperatures will be in the mid-70s in New York. Wind will blow from the NW towards the SE end zone at 11 mph. There is a 25 percent chance of rain in the forecast.

Tennessee Titans at Pittsburgh Steelers (-7, 42.5)

There is a 26 percent chance of thunderstorms in the forecast.

Green Bay Packers at San Francisco 49ers (-4.5, 49)

Skies will be clear and temperatures will be in the mid-60s at Candlestick. Wind will blow across the field at 9 mph.

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Where the action is: Sunday's NFL line moves

Tracking line moves during Week 1 of the NFL season is a different animal than any other week on the schedule.

Most games have had spreads available since the spring and have been influenced by a summer’s worth of stories, injuries and action.

We talk to oddsmakers about the flow of action coming in on Sunday's NFL games.

New England Patriots at Buffalo Bills - Open: -7, Move: -10

Not the most, shall we say, ideal offseason for the Pats. But, with all of their issues at TE and the departure of Wes Welker, action is still pouring in on the Patriots moving the line to double digits.

"Sharps and public both agree on the Patriots at the -8.5 to -9 value," an oddsmaker with betdsi told Covers. "The current wager count shows it with a 5/1 (and growing) trend in favor of the Pats."

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at New York Jets - Open: +1.5, Move: +3

The issues for the Jets at QB are well documented. Rookie Geno Smith will be under center to start the season until, at the very least, Mark Sanchez makes his return. Another subplot here is that the Jets will face an old friend in CB Darrelle Revis who will no doubt look to make the Jets offense look miserable.

"Money is pretty split down the middle for this one with a bit more on Tampa Bay," Aron Black of bet365 says. "But late money is starting to come in on the Jets forcing the move at many places to a juiced 3."

Seattle Seahawks at Carolina Panthers - Open: +3, Move: +3.5, Move: +3

The Seahawks come in to the new season with high expectations after a great 2012 campaign and are one of the faves for the Super Bowl. But the Carolina Panthers have been popular with future plays and 'over' on their season win total.

"This is one of the more solid lines since release," says Black. "It should hold, but might possibly break to 3.5 by tomorrow."

Oakland Raiders at Indianapolis Colts - Open: -7, Move: -10

Indy fans got to watch their former leader carve up the Baltimore Ravens for seven touchdown tosses Thursday, but Peyton Manning is the past. Andrew Luck is the present and future and Colts fans, and backers, have nothing but the utmost faith in the second-year QB.

"Money so far says Oakland are to be left alone this week," says Black. "Action is large on Indy and this line will prob move towards them a bit more."

Green Bay Packers at San Francisco 49ers - Open: -5, Move: -4.5

One of the two late-afternoon matchups is a rematch of the NFC Division playoff game in which 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick ran all over the Packers en route to a Super Bowl appearance. Two popular teams with two huge fan bases and action on these NFC titans is reflecting that.

"Probably the best matchup of the opening weekend is playing out exactly as expected," an oddsmaker from betdsi says. "The Green Bay/San Fran tilt has huge volume, but completely balanced with 2 way action."

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SF
Carolina
NO
Over Dallas/Giants

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Umpire UNDER streakers

Barrett 16-4-1 L21 (KC/DET)

Gonzalez 7-1 L8 (STL/PIT)

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NFL Betting 25 Tidbits for Kickoff Sunday

Below is a list of 25 betting tidbits around the NFL for Sunday's action.

- The Patriots averaged 44.5 points in their two games versus the Bills last year, both of which went over the total. Number is currently 51.

- Bills WR Stevie Johnson recently stated that he felt no Patriots DB could cover him. He had eight catches for 109 yards in their two meetings last season.

- The Pittsburgh Steelers have won 10-straight home openers. The Steelers are 7-point favorites against the Titans.

- The Titans like to keep the scoring to a minimum in their Week 1 games. The under is 5-1 in their last six season openers.

- The Saints have done well against the spread at home in recent history, posting a 16-5 ATS mark in New Orleans. 3-point home faves Sunday.

- The Falcons have a new face at running back with Steven Jackson. Jackson has rushed for 1,000 yards in eight-straight seasons. The Falcons didn't have a running back eclipse 1,000 last season.

- Buccaneers CB Darrelle Revis faces his old team Sunday and with Santonio Holmes unsure if he'll play, Jeremy Kerley or Stephen Hill could be lined up against the cornerback.

- Jets rookie QB Geno Smith starts against Tampa Bay. The rook, at least, gets to face the league's worst pass defense (297.4 yards per game) last season. The Jets are 3.5-point home dogs versus Tampa Bay.

- Jags running back Maurice Jones-Drew recently told Jaguars.com that he mulled retirement during training camp and that he felt he "couldn't do this anymore". He's ready to roll know, however, and said he'll carry the rock "as many times as it takes" Sunday. Jags are 3.5-point home dogs versus the Kansas City Chiefs.

- There are many new faces on the Chiefs and hopefully that changes their opening week ATS record of late. The Chiefs are 2-5 ATS in their last seven Week 1 games.

- The Seattle Seahawks held the Carolina Panthers to a season-low 190 yards in a 16-12 win on Oct. 7. Seahawks are 3-point road faves in Carolina.

- Carolina closed last season out very strong, posting records of 4-0 SU and ATS to end 2012.

- The Bengals fare well on the road against NFC opponents as they have been victorious in five of the last six games. Cincy is a 3-point road dog in Chicago.

- Bears QB Jay Cutler has combined to throw for 1017 yards and six TDs in the past three season openers.

- Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill only managed three touchdowns to wide receivers last season. No excuses now that big-play threat Mike Wallace in the squad.

- The Browns are 1-7 ATS in their last eight Week 1 games. This game versus Miami is listed as a pick 'em at most books.

- Vikings running back Adrian Peterson has vowed to shatter the single season rushing mark. He collected 273 yards in two games versus the Lions last season.

- The Detroit Lions closed 2012 going 0-8 SU and 2-6 ATS. They were 0-2 ATS versus Minny last season. The Lions are 4-point home faves versus the Vikes Sunday.

- The Raiders will need RB Darren McFadden to get over the 100-yard mark. The Raiders are 10-2 when he does.

- The Colts were 7-1 ATS at home last season, and finished 6-0 ATS in their final six home games. Indy is favored by 10.5 at home against the Raiders.

- The 49ers allowed an NFC-low 294.4 yards per game last season. The 9ers are 4.5-point home faves versus Green Bay.

- The Pack fare well ATS in San Fran, going 5-1-1 ATS in the last seven meetings at Candlestick.

- The under is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings between the Arizona Cardinals and the St. Louis Rams. Total currently 41.5 for Sunday's game at St. Lou.

- The New York Giants finished 2012 going 0-4 ATS in their last four road games. The G-Men are 3.5-point road dogs in Dallas Sunday night.

- All eyes will be on Dallas QB Tony Romo who was awarded with a massive contract extension despite tossing a career high 19 picks in 2012.

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NFL Week 1 Injury Watch

Here is a quick look some players who are probable, questionable, doubtful, and guys that are carrying knocks into action for Sunday's NFL schedule.

New England Patriots at Buffalo Bills (+10, 51)

Patriots

- WR Danny Amendola is nursing a groin injury but is probable Sunday
- WR Aaron Dobson has a hamstring injury and is questionable Sunday
- TE Rob Gronkowski underwent surgeries on his left forearm and also on his back during the offseason but returned to practice September 1st with full pads on. He isn't expected to be ready for Sunday's game

Bills

- QB EJ Manuel was shelved midway through the preseason due to knee surgery, but will reportedly make the start for the Bills
- S Jairus Byrd is dealing with plantar fasciitis and is not expected to play

Tennessee Titans at Pittsburgh Steelers (-7, 42)

Titans

- LB Akeem Ayers has an ankle injury and is probable Sunday
- WR Kendall Wright is dealing with a sprained knee but is expected to play
- T David Stewart is dealing with a calf injury but is expected to play

Steelers

- FB Will Johnson has some hamstring soreness but should play
- RB Isaac Redman is dealing with a stinger but is expected to play
- DE Brett Keisel was limited in practice Friday but is expected to play

Atlanta Falcons at New Orleans Saints (-3, 55)

Falcons

- CB Asante Samuel has quad injury which limited his practice time this week, but is expected to play
- LB Stephen Nicholas is also suffering from a quad injury but is expected to play
- K Matt Bryant has a back injury but expects to play

Saints

- WR Marques Colston has a foot injury but expects to play
- LB Martez Wilson is nursing an elbow injury but is expected to play

Tampa Bay Buccaneers at New York Jets (+3.5, 39.5)

Bucs

- CB Darrelle Revis has reportedly recovered from a torn ACL and is expected to play
- RB Mike James has an eye injury and is questionable
- TE Tom Crabtree suffered a high ankle sprain and is expected to miss Sunday's game

Jets

- WR Santonio Holmes is dealing with a foot injury but is expected to play
- QB Mark Sanchez suffered a right shoulder injury during preseason and is not available Sunday
- CB Antonio Cromartie has a hip injury and was limited in practice but is expected to play
- DT Kenrick Ellis is dealing with back injuries and is questionable

Kansas City Chiefs at Jacksonville Jaguars (+3.5, 42.5)

Chiefs

- RB Jamaal Charles has a mild strain in his right foot but is expected to play
- TE Travis Kelce has a knee injury and is questionable
- OL Jon Asamoah did not practice due to a calf injury and is questionable
- LB Nico Johnson did not practice due to an ankle injury and is not expected to play
- DE Allen Bailey is dealing with personal issues and is questionable
- S Husain Abdullah has a foot injury and is questionable

Jaguars

- QB Blaine Gabbert has a hairline fracture in his right thumb but is expected to start
- G Will Rackley has an ankle injury and is questionable
- RB Justin Forsett was limited in practice Thursday and is questionable
- T Luke Joeckel suffered a hip flexor and is questionable
- TE Marcedes Lewis is suffering from a calf injury and did not practice this week and is reportedly ruled out
- LB Russell Allen has ankle soreness but is expected to play
- SS Johnathan Cyprien is dealing with some leg discomfort but is expected to play

Seattle Seahawks at Carolina Panthers (+3.5, 45)

Seahawks

- WR Sidney Rice is dealing with a nagging knee injury but is expected to play Sunday
- WR Stephen Williams is dealing with a concussion but is expected to play Sunday
- TE Zach Miller continues to be hampered by a foot injury but is expected to be ready for Sunday
- DT Brandon Mebane has a groin injury but is expeteded to be ready
- DT Tony McDaniel was suffering from a groin injury but is expected to play
- DE Cliff Avril is dealing with an aggravated hamstring injury and is questionable
- DB Brandon Browner is questionable with a hamstring injury
- DE Chris Clemons is recovering from January 17th surgery to repair a torn ACL and meniscus in his left knee and is expected to miss Sunday's game

Panthers

- WR Domenik Hixon is dealing with a hamstring injury and is questionable to play Sunday
- WR Armanti Edwards is dealing with a hamstring injury but is expected to play Sunday
- FB Michael Tolbert has a hamstring injury but practiced fully Thursday and is expected to play Sunday
- G Amini Silatolu is dealing with a hamstring injury and is questionable
- RB Kenjon Barner has an ankle injury and is doubtful
- LB Jon Beason did not practice this week due to a knee injury but is expected to play
- DT Dwan Edwards is dealing with a thigh injury and is questionable
- CB Captain Munnerlyn is questionable to play Sunday due to a hand injury
- S Mike Mitchell has a calf injury and is doubtful
- CB James Dockery is expected to miss Sunday's game against the Seahawks with a thumb injury

Cincinnati Bengals at Chicago Bears (-3, 41.5)

Bengals

- T Andre Smith is recovering from a knee injury and is expected to play Sunday
- T Andrew Whitworth did not practice this week due to a knee injury and is doubtful to play Sunday
- G Mike Pollak has a knee injury and is not expected to play
- DE Carlos Dunlap has been recovering from a concussion but is expected to play

Bears

- WR Earl Bennett missed the entire preseason due to a concussion he sustained on August 2nd but is expected to play
- LB D.J. Williams is nursing a calf injury but is expected to play

Miami Dolphins at Cleveland Browns (Pick, 41)

Dolphins

- G Nate Garner underwent arthroscopic shoulder surgery in mid-August and is questionable to play
- CB Dimitri Patterson is dealing with a leg injury and is questionable to play

Browns

- RB Trent Richardson is still dealing with nagging shin injury but is fully expected to play
- TE Jordan Cameron is dealing with some groin discomfort but is expected to play
- OL Shawn Lauvao underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left ankle on August 9 and will be out
- DL Ahtyba Rubin is dealing with an undisclosed injury and is questionable to play
- CB Buster Skrine has a shoulder injury and is questionable
- LB Barkevious Mingo is dealing with a bruised lung and is not expected to play

Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions (-4.5, 47)

Vikings

- T Phil Loadholt is dealing with a knee injury but is expected to play
- DT Kevin Williams suffered a minor right knee injury in preseason action and is ruled out
- LB Erin Henderson is nursing a heel injury but is expected to play
- DT Letroy Guion is dealing with a finger injury but expects to play

Lions

- DE Ezekiel Ansah did not practice this week due to a concussion but is expected to play
- DE Jason Jones has a knee injury but is expected to play
- S Louis Delmas continues to rehab his surgically-repaired left knee but is expected to play

Oakland Raiders at Indianapolis Colts (-10.5, 47)

Raiders

- QB Matt Flynn is dealing with tendinitis in his elbow and is not expected to play
- K Sebastian Janikowski did not practice Wednesday due to a right calf injury but is expected to play
- TE David Ausberry is nursing a shoulder injury and is doubtful to play
- T Menelik Watson is dealing with a knee injury and is not expected to play
- LB Sio Moore is dealing with a foot injury and is questionable to play

Colts

- WR Reggie Wayne is dealing with a personal matter but is expected to play
- RB Ahmad Bradshaw is nursing a foot injury but will play Sunday
- TE Dwayne Allen is dealing with a foot injury but expects to play Sunday
- TE Coby Fleener suffered a sprained knee during the preseason but is expected to be ready
- T Anthony Castonzo is dealing with a knee sprain but expects to play
- LB Pat Angerer was diagnosed with a concussion on Thursday and is doubtful
- DE Fili Moala is nursing an injured foot but is expected to play
- LB Kavell Conner is dealing with an ankle injury and is doubtful

Green Bay Packers at San Francisco 49ers (-4.5, 49)

Packers

- WR Jordy Nelson has undergone knee surgery to clean up a lingering problem but is expected to be ready
- WR Randall Cobb is nursing a biceps injury but expects to play
- LB Brad Jones is dealing with a hamstring injury and is questionable
- S Morgan Burnett has a hamstring injury and is questionable
- CB Tramon Williams is dealing with a knee injury and is questionable
- CB Casey Hayward has a hamstring injury and is expected to miss Sunday's game

49ers

- RB LaMichael James suffered a sprained MCL and will be sidelined for an indefinite amount of time
- CB Nnamdi Asomugha has a collarbone injury but is expected to play
- LB Patrick Willis underwent surgery to repair a slight fracture in his right hand and should be ready to go

Arizona Cardinals at St. Louis Rams (-4.5, 41.5)

Cardinals

- RB Rashard Mendenhall suffered a minor knee sprain in preseason action but is expected to play
- WR Andre Roberts has a Quadricep injury and is questionable
- S Rashad Johnson is nursing a knee injury and is expected to play
- CB Javier Arenas is dealing with hip discomfort but is expected to play
- DE Calais Campbell is dealing with a bruised thigh and is questionable

Rams

- DE Chris Long is dealing with a knee injury but is expected to play
- S Darian Stewart is dealing with thigh discomfort and is doubtful
- DB Quinton Pointer is dealing with thigh discomfort and is doubtful

New York Giants at Dallas Cowboys (-3.5, 50)

Giants

- WR Hakeem Nicks is dealing with some groin discomfort but is expected to be ready
- WR Victor Cruz suffered a heel contusion in a preseason game but has shed his walking boot and is expected to play
- FB Henry Hynoski is questionable to play in Sunday's game against the Cowboys due to an undisclosed injury
- C David Baas is suffering from a sprained left MCL and is questionable
- S Antrel Rolle suffered a sprained right ankle during a one-on-one drill in practice but is expected to play
- DE Jason Pierre-Paul has undergone back surgery and is questionable

Cowboys

- RB Lance Dunbar did not practice Wednesday due to a foot injury and is not expected to play
- G Ronald Leary suffered a knee injury during the preseason but has returned to practice and is expected to play
- DE Anthony Spencer is doubtful after undergoing surgery on his left knee
- S Danny McCray is dealing with a hamstring injury and is doubtful
- DT Ben Bass is dealing with a shoulder injury and is expected to miss two-to-four weeks

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Sunday Night Football: Giants at Cowboys

New York Giants at Dallas Cowboys (-3.5, 50)

The New York Giants attempt to continue their dominance at AT&T Stadium when they visit the Dallas Cowboys inr the season opener for both teams Sunday night. New York has won all four of its games in Dallas' new stadium since it opened in 2009, including a 29-24 triumph on Oct. 28. The Giants have captured six of the last eight overall meetings between the NFC East rivals.

New York hopes to have Victor Cruz in the lineup as the wide receiver suffered a bruised heel in the second week of the preseason and just returned to practice on Monday. Dallas, which has missed the playoffs each of the last three seasons, looks to improve upon the 19th-ranked defense in the league in 2012. In an effort to accomplish this goal, the club replaced defensive coordinator Rob Ryan with Monte Kiffin and switched to a 4-3 alignment.

TV: 8:30 p.m. ET, NBC.

LINE: The Cowboys opened at -3 and have been bet up to -3.5.

WEATHER: N/A

ABOUT THE GIANTS (2012: 9-7, second NFC East): For the second straight season, running back Andre Brown was placed in the injured reserve/designated to return list - this time with a cracked bone in his left leg. Brown, who missed all of 2012 with a fractured left leg, is eligible to play on Nov. 10 against Oakland - putting plenty of pressure on David Wilson in the meantime. While Andre Brown may return at some point, safety Stevie Brown was lost for the season after suffering a torn anterior cruciate ligament in the team's third preseason game.

ABOUT THE COWBOYS (2012: 8-8, third NFC East): Tony Romo will be under the microscope like never before, as he was signed to a six-year, $108 million contract extension in the offseason despite tying a career high with 19 interceptions in 2012. Offensive coordinator Bill Callahan will succeed head coach Jason Garrett as the play-caller in an effort to help Romo improve upon his career-worst 90.5 passer rating from last season. Romo did, however, set franchise records in passing yards (4,903) and completions (425) last season.

TRENDS:

* The Cowboys are 2-10 ATS in their last 12 versus the NFC East.
* The Giants are 0-4 ATS in their last four road games.
* The over is 4-0 in the last four meetings in Dallas.
* The road team is 5-1 ATS in their last six meetings.

EXTRA POINTS:

1. New York QB Eli Manning has started 135 consecutive games, the longest active streak in the league. He is the only signal-caller in team history to pass for 3,000 yards and 20 touchdowns in eight straight seasons.

2. High-scoring games have been the norm of late in the all-time series. The Giants have scored at least 20 points in seven of the last eight meetings, while the Cowboys have done the same in eight of the last nine matchups.

3. Giants DE Jason Pierre-Paul is questionable for the season opener. Pierre-Paul did not play in the preseason after undergoing back surgery in June.

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Sunday's MLB American League betting cheat sheet

Check out our quick-hitting betting notes on Sunday's American League games:

Boston Red Sox at New York Yankees (-108, 8)

Cold pitching stat: Yankees right-hander Hiroki Kuroda is 0-3 over his last four starts, surrendering 23 runs over 23 innings in that span.

Cold batting stat: New York OF Vernon Wells has just seven hits in 41 at-bats lifetime against Boston left-hander Jon Lester.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the high-70s with partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow from left to right field at 11 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 6-2 in Kuroda's last eight starts against Boston.


Chicago White Sox at Baltimore Orioles (-190, 9)

Hot pitching stat: Orioles right-hander Bud Norris is 4-1 in seven starts and one relief appearance since joining Baltimore in a trade with the Houston Astros.

Hot batting stat: Baltimore C Matt Wieters was the hero in Saturday's 4-3 victory, singling home a pair of runs in the bottom of the 10th innings.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the mid-80s with mostly cloudy skies. Wind will blow in from left field at 8 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 10-1-1 in the last 12 meetings.


Toronto Blue Jays at Minnesota Twins (-108, 8.5)

Cold pitching stat: Twins right-hander Andrew Albers is winless in his last four starts, allowing 18 runs in 21 1/3 innings over that stretch.

Hot batting stat: Minnesota C Ryan Doumit is 3-for-9 in his career against Toronto starter Esmil Rogers.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the mid-70s under partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow in from center field at 8 mph.

Key betting note: Toronto is 0-5 in Rogers' last five outings following a quality start in his previous appearance.


Detroit Tigers at Kansas City Royals (+111, 8.5)

Hot pitching stat: Tigers right-hander Doug Fister was at his best in his previous encounter, limiting Boston to four hits and four walks over seven scoreless innings in a 3-0 win.

Hot batting stat: Detroit 3B Miguel Cabrera has dominated Royals starter Bruce Chen, going 15-for-34 with five home runs, 11 RBIs and nine walks against him.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the low-90s under partly cloudy skies. Wind will be calm.

Key betting note: Detroit is 60-28 in its last 88 Sunday games.


Texas Rangers at Los Angeles Angels (-113, 9)

Cold pitching stat: Angels left-hander Jason Vargas was roughed up in his previous outing, allowing five runs on 10 hits over four innings in a 7-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.

Cold batting stat: Rangers 3B Adrian Beltre has just three hits in 24 at-bats against Vargas.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the high-80s under clear skies. Wind will blow out to center field at 6 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 16-4-1 in the Rangers' last 21 Sunday games.


Houston Astros at Oakland Athletics (-270, 8)

Cold pitching stat: Athletics right-hander Bartolo Colon is winless in his last five starts, including a loss to Houston on Aug. 13 in which he surrendered five runs on seven hits over four innings.

Cold batting stat: Members of the Oakland roster are hitting a combined 3-for-26 against Astros starter Paul Clemens.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the high-70s with sunny skies. Wind will blow out to right-center field at 6 mph.

Key betting note: Oakland is 12-3 in Colon's last 15 starts against teams with losing records.


Tampa Bay Rays at Seattle Mariners (+133, 7)

Hot pitching stat: Rays right-hander Matt Moore is 7-0 with a 2.03 ERA and just two home runs allowed over his previous eight starts.

Hot batting stat: Tampa Bay 2B Ben Zobrist is 3-for-4 with a pair of homers in his career against Seattle starter Erasmo Ramirez.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the low-70s with partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow out to left field at 6 mph.

Key betting note: Tampa Bay is 11-2 in Moore's last 13 road starts.


Interleague

New York Mets at Cleveland Indians (-225, 8)

Hot pitching stat: Mets right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka is 4-2 with a 2.72 ERA in six career starts against the Indians.

Hot batting stat: Cleveland OF Jason Kubel has seven hits in 13 at-bats versus Matsuzaka.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the low-70s under mostly cloudy skies. Wind will blow in from right field at 14 mph.

Key betting note: The over is 7-0 in the last seven meetings in Cleveland.


** Odds, probable starters, stats and weather forecast as of 8:50 p.m. ET Saturday.

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Sunday's MLB National League betting cheat sheet

Check out our quick-hitting betting notes on Sunday's National League games:

Washington Nationals at Miami Marlins (+156, 7)

Hot pitching stat: Nationals right-hander Stephen Strasburg tossed six innings of two-hit ball with 10 strikeouts in his previous outing against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Hot batting stat: Marlins slugger Giancarlo Stanton is a career .389 hitter with two homers and five RBIs in 18 at-bats against Strasburg.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the high-80s with a 50 percent chance of thunderstorms, so the roof at Marlins Park may be closed. Wind will blow out to center field at 6 mph.

Key betting note: Miami is 1-8 in starter Jacob Turner's last nine outings.


Atlanta Braves at Philadelphia Phillies (-130, 7.5)

Hot pitching stat: Phillies left-hander Cole Hamels has recorded eight consecutive quality starts, though he's just 2-1 with five no-decisions over that stretch.

Hot batting stat: Philadelphia SS Jimmy Rollins is 9-for-28 lifetime against Atlanta starter Paul Maholm.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the low-80s under partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow in from left field at 8 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 8-0-1 in Hamels' last nine starts.


Pittsburgh Pirates at St. Louis Cardinals (-133, 8)

Hot pitching stat: Pirates right-hander Charlie Morton has won three consecutive starts, surrendering just two runs over 21 1/3 innings in that span.

Hot batting stat: Members of the St. Louis roster are a collective .340 with 11 doubles and two homers in 144 at-bats against Morton.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the high-80s with a 35 percent chance of thunderstorms. Wind will be calm.

Key betting note: The under is 9-1 in Pittsburgh's last 10 Sunday games.


Milwaukee Brewers at Chicago Cubs (+115, OFF)

Cold pitching stat: Brewers right-hander Yovani Gallardo was roughed up in his last start against the Cubs back on July 30, charged with three runs on six hits over 4 2/3 innings.

Cold batting stat: Chicago 2B Darwin Barney has fared miserably against Gallardo in his career, going just 3-for-24 with seven strikeouts.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the low-70s with partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow in from right field at 13 mph.

Key betting note: Milwaukee is 9-3 in Gallardo's last 12 starts against the Cubs.


Arizona Diamondbacks at San Francisco Giants (-141, 6.5)

Cold pitching stat: Giants left-hander Madison Bumgarner is 0-3 over his last six outings, and San Francisco has won just one of his previous nine starts overall.

Hot batting stat: San Francisco C Buster Posey has six hits, including two doubles and a homer, in 12 at-bats against Arizona starter Wade Miley.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the mid-70s with sunny skies. Wind will blow from left to right at 6 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 6-2-2 in Miley's previous 10 starts.


Colorado Rockies at San Diego Padres (-154, 8)

Cold pitching stat: Rockies right-hander Chad Bettis has yet to win in seven career major-league starts and has an 18:19 walk-to-strikeout ratio.

Hot batting stat: Colorado SS Troy Tulowitzki has two doubles and three home runs in 22 career at-bats versus San Diego starter Ian Kennedy.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the low-80s with partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow from left to right field at 7 mph.

Key betting note: The over is 7-1-1 in Colorado's last nine games with umpire Todd Tichenor behind home plate.


Los Angeles Dodgers at Cincinnati Reds (+116, 7)

Cold pitching stat: Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw is coming off his worst start of the season, tagged for five runs on 11 hits over five innings of a 10-8 win over Colorado.

Cold batting stat: Reds 1B Joey Votto is 5-for-20 with 11 strikeouts against Kershaw.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the high-70s with partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow from left to right field at 6 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 10-1-1 in the last 12 meetings.


** Odds, probable starters, stats and weather forecast as of 8:40 p.m. ET Saturday.

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