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Wunderdog Sports Free Pick

Game: Pittsburgh Pirates @ San Diego Padres
Time: Tuesday 06/03 10:10 PM Eastern
Pick: San Diego +109 (moneyline) at BetPhoenix

The San Diego Padres were the last team in MLB to score at least seven runs in a game. They went through their first 36 games without doing so as the offeense has been nowhere to be found. They have certainly gotten better in time as they have since scored seven or more runs in four of their last 18 games. Despite the lack of punch, they have stayed in touch at just six games below .500. The Pirates are searching for answers, as a season of great expectations is getting behind them. They are three games under .500, which includes an ugly 11-17 road mark. San Diego has been at their best when least expected as they are 5-1 in their last six as a home dog, and they have owned the Pirates at 37-14 in the last 51 meetings. Play on San Diego.

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Game of the Day: Giants at Reds

San Francisco Giants at Cincinnati Reds (-113, 7.5)

A base hit would be a good start for the San Francisco Giants when they visit Homer Bailey and the Cincinnati Reds for the opener of their three-game series on Tuesday. San Francisco had no luck in that department in its last encounter with Bailey, who tossed his second no-hitter of his career on July 2 at home. The Giants went down in order over the first six innings before Gregor Blanco drew a leadoff walk in the seventh, ending Bailey's bid for a perfect game.

No one could blame San Francisco if it feels as if it's experiencing a case of deja vu as Tuesday's starter - Tim Lincecum - opposed Bailey on that historic night. The Giants enter this series having won five of their last six contests - three via shutout, including an 8-0 drubbing of the Cardinals in St. Louis on Sunday. Cincinnati, which is beginning a 10-game homestand, has won three straight contests and four of its last five.

TV: 7:10 p.m. ET, CSN Bay Area (San Francisco), FSN Ohio (Cincinnati)

LINE MOVES: The Reds opened as -108 home faves but have been bet to -113. The total opened 7.5.

INJURIES: Giants - LF Michael Morse (Probable, foot). Reds - CF Billy Hamilton (Probable, elbow)

WHAT THE SHARPS SAY: "The Giants have played better than expected this season and this is reflected in the fact they are currently the most profitable team versus the moneyline this season (+17 nets units). San Francisco has surpassed the Dodgers as the current favorite to now win the NL West division. The Giant are 8-2 in their past three series and have this one road series remaining versus the Reds, before heading back to San Francisco for ten straight home games." Covers Expert Steve Merril.

WHAT THE BOOKS SAY: "Good pitching matchup in this game as Lincecum takes the mound for the Giants and Bailey for the Reds. The last time Homer Bailey pitched against the Giants he threw a no-hitter. Runs could be at a premium here in my opinion, however the over on the 7.5 run total is seeing over 90 percent of the action." Michael Stewart, CarbonSports.ag.

PITCHING MATCHUP: Giants RH Tim Lincecum (4-3, 4.18 ERA) vs. Reds RH Homer Bailey (5-3, 5.04)

Lincecum, who took the loss versus Bailey in the no-hitter, threw one of his own 11 days later and kept the Chicago Cubs out of the hit column for five innings on Wednesday before exiting with a blister on the middle finger of his right hand. The two-time National League Cy Young Award winner settled for a no-decision against Chicago but is 2-1 while striking out 22 in as many innings over four road starts this season. Lincecum has been a punching bag for the Reds in his career, going 0-3 with an 8.65 ERA in five outings.

Bailey limited the Dodgers to two runs over seven innings in Los Angeles on Wednesday to post his second straight victory and fourth in five decisions. The 28-year-old has lost only two of 10 starts since dropping his season debut and has yielded three runs or fewer in five of his last six outings. Bailey is unbeaten in six career turns versus the Giants, posting a 2-0 record and 4.26 ERA.

TRENDS:

* Giants are 1-6 in the last seven meetings.
* Reds are 4-0 in Baileys last four starts as a favorite.
* Under is 8-1-1 in Reds last 10 games following an off day.
* Under is 6-0 in Baileys last six starts vs. National League West.

CONSENSUS: Fifty-nine percent of wagers are on the Giants.

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MLB

Tuesday, June 3


Chance of thunderstorms several ball parks Tuesday

There are thunderstorms expected at several ball parks across the major leagues Tuesday.

In New York, the Yankees host the Oakland Athletics at Yankee Stadium, where there are thunderstorms expected with a 70 percent chance of rain. Wind will be blowing across the field from first to third at seven mph.

In Washington the Nationals host the Philadelphia Phillies with thunderstorms and a 60 percent chance of rain in the forecast. There will also be a six mph wind blowing out towards right field.

There is a chance of thunderstorms in Atlanta where the Braves will host the Seattle Mariners. There is a 34 percent chance of rain.

While in St. Louis there will be a chance of thunderstorms and a 27 percent chance of rain for when the Cardinals host the Kansas City Royals. There will be a five mph wind blowing out to left field.


Angels' CF Mike Trout, probable Tuesday

Trout is dealing with a stiff back and did not play Sunday. He is expected to return for Tuesday's game against the Astros.


A's look to continue dominance of Yankees

The Oakland A's and New York Yankees begin a three-game series in the Bronx Tuesday, and the Athletics will certainly look to continue their stellar play versus the Bombers.

The A's went 5-1 versus the Yankees in 2013 and won the last four meetings of their head-to-head matchups.

Oakland, currently a -118 road fave, will send Scott Kazmir to the mound, while the Yanks (+109) are scheduled to counter with Hiroki Kuroda.


Padres' Cashner close to return from DL

Right-hander Andrew Cashner should be back in the San Diego Padres' rotation this weekend.

Cashner, on the disabled list since mid-May due to soreness in his elbow and forearm, declared he was ready to pitch Monday afternoon after throwing a four-inning, 65-pitch simulated game at Petco Park.

"There is no soreness," he said. "I'm ready to throw six to eight innings."

Padres manager Bud Black said of Cashner's simulated outing, "I liked what I saw, and (pitching coach) Darren (Balsley) is pleased. I'm excited about how Cash feels and how he looked today. He pitched four good innings with good velocity. We'll see how it feels tomorrow."

Black said if Cashner feels sound Tuesday and Wednesday, the right-hander likely would start in the spot manned Monday for a third time by long reliever Tim Stauffer, who allowed two runs on four hits and two walks in 2 2/3 innings in a 10-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Cashner, 2-5 with a 2.35 ERA in nine starts this season, would be the second addition to the rotation this week.

Black also announced that right-hander Jesse Hahn would make his major league debut Tuesday with a starting assignment against the Pirates. Hahn, 24, was 2-1 with a 2.20 ERA in 32 2/3 innings over 10 games (seven starts) for Double-A San Antonio. Hahn, who had Tommy John surgery in 2010, has been on a limited pitch count with San Antonio.

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Bryan Leonard

St Louis -120

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Rochestertitans
Mlb
Giants over 7.5
Indians -104


Wnba
Sparks ml -135

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Tampasports

st louis m.line -10* best bet
san fran m.line
cleveland m.line

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Doc mlb

3* Tigers -140
3* Indians -110
3* Cardinals -130

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Umpire Streakers
[910] SD/PIT U7 (-110)

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Indian Cowboy's Picks For WNBA 6/3

2* #603. Take Seattle +10.5 over Phoenix (Tuesday @ 10:05pm est)

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Insider Sports Report

4* TBay/Mia UNDER 7.5 -125

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Larry Ness game of month: L A Angels

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Tuesday's Interleague Action
By Kevin Rogers

Since the start of last season with the Astros moving to the American League, interleague play takes place every day. At this point of the season, every team has taken part in at least one series against the opposite league, as five interleague series are currently ongoing. We’ll take a look at who’s been the best and worst when battling these unfamiliar opponents.

The Best

Pretty much every California team has dominated in interleague play so far, with four of the five Golden State clubs putting together terrific records.

Giants: 6-0
Brewers: 8-2
Angels: 6-2
Dodgers: 5-1
Athletics: 3-0

Of these four squads, the Dodgers are currently the only team playing an interleague series, coming off a 5-2 victory over the White Sox on Monday as a -200 home favorite. The Giants face the Athletics in a Bay Area showdown from July 7 through July 10, while the Freeway Series between the Dodgers and Angels will commence from August 4 through August 7.

The Worst

Phillies: 1-8
Twins: 2-7
Tigers: 2-4
Braves: 0-4

The Twins dropped their seventh interleague game in nine tries in Monday’s blowout loss at Milwaukee. Minnesota has faced the class of the National League in its seven losses, facing Milwaukee, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, while the only two victories came against the offensive-challenged Padres. The Phillies won their first interleague game in the season opener at Texas, but have lost eight straight to American League opponents, including four to Toronto. Philadelphia doesn’t face another AL team until early August when the Phillies host the Astros.

Tonight’s action

Mariners at Braves

Probable Pitchers:
SEA: Ramirez (1-4, 6.00 ERA)
ATL: Floyd (0-2, 2.37 ERA)

What to watch for: The Mariners are playing their third game in their third different city after beating the Tigers at home on Sunday and the Yankees in New York last night. The Braves return home following a three-game sweep of the Marlins in South Florida, but Atlanta has failed to win an interleague game in four tries.

Rays at Marlins

Probable Pitchers:
TB: Archer (3-2, 4.00 ERA)
MIA: Alvarez (2-3, 2.97 ERA)

What to watch for: The Rays have hit the skids with seven straight losses, while the ‘under’ has hit in five consecutive contests. The Marlins have been solid all season at home, as Miami owns a spectacular 8-2 record in Game 2’s at Marlins Park. Since May 1, the Marlins have won five of the last six starts made by Alvarez.

Royals at Cardinals

Probable Pitchers:
KC: Shields (6-3, 3.36 ERA)
STL: Garcia (1-0, 4.12 ERA)

What to watch for: The Royals picked up their fifth win in 14 tries as a road underdog in last night’s 6-0 shutout of the Cardinals. Since losing his first two starts on the road, Kansas City has won each of the past six away starts made by Shields, while the ‘over’ has cashed in seven of his previous eight outings. This has been a homestand to forget for the Cardinals, who are 2-6 through the first eight games of this nine-game stand at Busch Stadium.

Twins at Brewers

Probable Pitchers:
MIN: Deduno (1-3, 3.86 ERA)
MIL: Gallardo (3-3, 3.56 ERA)

What to watch for: Minnesota owns the second-worst interleague record in baseball, while losing five of its past seven road games overall. The Brewers have won nine of their last 12 games at Miller Park, while the ‘over’ has hit in six of the last seven home contests.

White Sox at Dodgers

Probable Pitchers:
CHW: Noesi (0-4, 5.83 ERA)
LAD: Haren (5-3, 3.28 ERA)

What to watch for: The Dodgers rallied past the White Sox last night for just their second win in the last six tries. After Los Angeles won five of Haren’s first six starts this season, the Dodgers have dropped four of his past five trips to the hill. Chicago has compiled a 3-6 record in Game 2’s on the road this season, while the ‘under’ has cashed in six of the last seven overall for the Sox.

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Diamond Trends - Tuesday
June 3, 2014
By Vince Akins

SU TREND OF THE DAY:

-- The Rockies are 12-0 since September 01, 2012 as a favorite after a loss in which they used 5+ pitchers for a net profit of $1200.

PITCHER TREND OF THE DAY:

-- When Gerrit Cole starts the Pirates are 10-0 since June 21, 2013 when the bullpen has allowed at least one run for two straight games for a net profit of $1138.

MLB BIBLE ACTIVE TREND:

-- The Indians are 0-13 OU since April 09, 2006 as a home dog when they are off two wins in which they never trailed and it is not the first game of a series.

CHOICE TREND:

-- The Nationals are 0-15-1 OU since August 24, 2011 when they were shutout last game with 3-6 hits while allowing less than nine runs.

ACTIVE TRENDS:

-- When Jordan Zimmermann starts the Nationals are 11-0 since July 18, 2012 as a 140+ favorite vs a team that has lost at least their last two games for a net profit of $1100.

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Vegas Black Card Club

Cubs
A’s
Over – D’Backs vs Rockies

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Las Vegas Pipeline

20* Rockies

15* LAA