Moving Day in Vegas

Ms. Duck and I have worn out our welcome (and our comped nights) at the Orleans and will be taking our dog and pony show to Green Valley Ranch. We got a nice weekend rate ($59 night) there, so we'll be in Henderson for a couple days and then move to Vdara for the remainder of the trip.

We've been busy the first few days here, visiting Hoover Dam, the Hacienda Casino in Boulder City, the Red Rock, Sunset Station, Monte Lago, Sams, and of course, the Orleans.

View of Bellagio from our table at PF Changs

Yesterday we hit the strip for the first time, eating lunch at PF Changs, then playing for a while at Planet Hollywood.

From there, we trekked down to MGM, then NYNY and Monte Carlo.

The only live poker thus far was a three hour session at Sams, playing 2-6 limit. It was a good session as I walked away $90 to the good.

Video poker has not been good for either Ms Duck or myself, but I'm confident she will hit something big soon to make up the deficit :)

Two days till my WSOP tourney!

Till next time, win the flips.

MLB Picks, May 31st

Only one game worth a peek on today's MLB docket.

$20 @ -135 on LA Dodgers (Kershaw) over Colorado (Garland)

Kershaw is 3-1 with a 1.54 ERA in his last 6 starts. Garland is 0-4 with a 6.86 in his last 4 outings. The Rockies are 1-5 in their last 6 games, including dropping 3 of 4 to the Astros :)

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       $5.70
Current Bankroll                          $1,505.70

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

Hockey Picks, May 30th

One of the conference final series looks interesting.

$80 on Chicago (-145) over Los Angeles- to win series

The Blackhawks won 2 of 3 from the Kings this season, outscoring them 12-9. Chicago has won 3 straight and LA has lost 3 of their last 5.

Starting Bankroll                                $1,000.00
Profit/Loss                                          ($141.65)
Current Bankroll                                  $858.35

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at your own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 30th

A couple games look good on today's schedule.

$10 @ +125 on Arizona (McCarthy) over Texas (Grimm)

McCarthy is 2-0 with a 0.38 ERA in his last three starts. Grimm is 2-3 with a 5.46 in his last 5 trips to the bump. The Diamondbacks have won 4 of their last 5, including the first two games of this series. The Rangers have dropped three straight.

$12 @ -120 on Cincinnati (Bailey) over Cleveland (Kazmir)

Bailey is 2-0 with a 1.64 ERA in his last 3 starts. Kazmir is 0-1 with a 7.62 in his last 3. The Reds have won 7 of their last 9 games and the Indians have lost 7 of 9.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       $27.70
Current Bankroll                          $1,527.70

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 29th

One game looks worthwhile on today's MLB agenda.

$10 @ +125 on Arizona (McCarthy) over Texas (Grimm)

McCarthy is 2-0 with a 0.38 ERA in his last three starts. Grimm is 2-3 with a 5.46 in his last 5 trips to the bump. The Diamondbacks have won 4 of their last 5, including the first two games of this series. The Rangers have dropped three straight.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       $27.70
Current Bankroll                          $1,527.70

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

Vegas Baby!

Ms Duck and I made to Vegas yesterday and are residing at the Orleans for the next four days. As evidenced in the photo below, we have a nice view of the strip.

The trip got off to a good start before it even began. As I was finishing packing, I grabbed my pile of player's cards and saw a $5 bill nestled in the stack. Even better, he had some friends with him! After unfolding and counting the bills, it came to $675. WIN!

The 90 minute trip to the Austin airport, including the last 40 miles in an 80 mph speed limit (gotta love Texas), was uneventful. While strolling thru the airport waiting for our flight, I spotted a $20 on the floor, calling to me. I graciously adopted the homeless Jackson, giving it shelter in my front pocket. Win again!

Upon arrival in Vegas, Ms. Duck and I checked in at the Orleans, then drove to the Rio where I registered for event 7 of the WSOP.

In it to win it Bay-Bee!

We slept in this morning and will probably hang out on the strip today. The plan (which is very fluid) is to take a drive to the Grand Canyon and take a gander tomorrow. Ms. Duck saw it as a child, but I have never seen it and she insisted I go. I'm easily impressed with nature and its miracles, so I'm pretty stoked about it.

I'll update as time allows.

Till next time, win the flips.

#1 is #1... Again!

Going up against the big boys and coming out on top... priceless!

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MLB Picks, May 28th

Only one game worth a peek on Tuesday's MLB schedule.

$10 on White Sox (Sale) over Cubs (Jackson) -1 1/2 @ +110

Southpaw Sale is 4-0 with a 1.18 ERA in his last 4 trips to the bump. Jackson is 1-7 with a 6.11 ERA this season. The Palehose have won 9 of their last 13 games. The Cubs have lost 6 of 8 and are 5-10 versus LHP this year.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       $27.70
Current Bankroll                          $1,527.70

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

Vegas or Bust!

Ms. Duck and I will fly out of Austin on Monday via Southwest Airlines heading for Las Vegas. As one of two winners in our Vegas or Bust Poker League, the trip is pretty much paid for, including my buy in to event 7 at the WSOP. We are staying for 11 days, so we will have some out of pocket expenses, but it shouldn't be too bad.

Since we are staying so long, we have decided to take a few side trips that we never had time to on previous visits. The Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, and possibly a drive to Laughlin to meet up with Dealer Larry are on the agenda.

I'm also hoping to meet lightning (and possibly Memphis Mojo) for dinner. With a little luck I'll get to pitch a few cards with grrouchie and try to get back the money he took off of me last year :) Perhaps some other bloggers will be around? Let me know, I'd love to meet you.

Till next time, win the flips.

MLB Picks, May 26th

Three games look like good opportunities on today's MLB docket.

$12 on Detroit (Scherzer) over Minnesota (Pelfrey) -1 1/2 @ -120

Scherzer is 6-0 with a 3.61 ERA this season. Pelfrey is 3-4 with a 6.69. The Tigers have won 4 of 5 games and the Twins have lost 9 of their last 10.

$10 on LA Angels (Williams) over Kansas City (Davis) -1 1/2 @ +130

Williams is 2-0 with a 1.74 ERA in his last three starts. Davis is 1-1, but has a hefty 8.22 ERA in his last three. The Halos have won 7 straight. The Royals have dropped 8 of their last 9 games.

$10 on Atlanta (Teheran) over NY Mets (Marcum) -1 1/2 @ +125

Teheran is 2-1 with a 2.53 ERA in his last three trips to the hill. Marcum is winless in 5 decisions this season with a 6.59 ERA. The Braves have won 8 straight. The Mets have lost 6 of 7. 

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00

Profit/Loss                                    ($7.80)
Current Bankroll                          $1,492.20

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 25th

Two games look good on today's MLB schedule.

$15 @ +115 on Pittsburgh (Locke) over Milwaukee (Fiers)

Lefty Locke gets the nod for the Pirates, bringing a 4-1 record with a 2.73 ERA to the party. The Brewers counter with Fiers, who has started only one game in early April. Overall Fiers is 1-2 with a 5.93 ERA this season. Pittsburgh has won 8 of their last 10 games and Milwaukee has lost 7 of 10. The Brewers are 4-15 versus southpaws this season.

$10 on Atlanta (Minor) over NY Mets (Gee) -1 1/2 @ +100

Minor is 2-0 with a 1.83 ERA in his last 3 outings. Gee is 1-3 with a 6.48 ERA in his last 5 trips to the hill. The Braves have won 6 straight and the Mets have lost 4 of their last 5. 

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($50.05)
Current Bankroll                          $1,449.95

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 24th

One game looks appetizing on today's MLB menu.

$15 on Atlanta (Medley) over NY Mets )Hefner) -1 1/2 @ +100

Medley is 0-1 in his last three starts, but it is a lack of run support as evidenced by his 2.33 ERA during that stretch. Hefner is winless in 5 decisions this year, with a 5.00 ERA. In his last outing he surrendered 4 runs in 4 inning against the Cubs. The Braves have won 6 straight games and the Mets have dropped 4 of their last 5.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($50.05)
Current Bankroll                          $1,449.95

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 23rd

No picks today on a short MLB schedule.

If I was forced to pick a game, I'd lean towards Cleveland (+135) over Boston. A nice pitching match up for the Tribe, but the Sox swept them at home last month, plus Cleveland has dropped their last two games.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($50.05)
Current Bankroll                          $1,449.95

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 22nd

A couple of games look good on today's schedule.

$12 @ -115 on NY Yankees (Kuroda) over Baltimore (Hammel)

Kuroda is 6-2 with a 1.99 ERA this season, including a complete game shutout against Baltimore last month. Hammel has struggled of late, posting a 1-1 record with a 10.43 ERA. The Yankees have won 10 of their last 14 games. The Orioles have lost 6 of 7.

$10 on Philadelphia (Lee) over Miami (Slowey) -1 1/2 @ +105

Southpaw Cliff Lee takes the ball for the Phillies. In his last 3 starts he is 2-0 with a 1.64 ERA. Slowey gets the nod for the Fish. In his last 3 he is 1-2 with a 6.75 ERA. Philadelphia has won 6 of their last 9. Miami has dropped 8 of 10 and is 4-12 versus leftys this season.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($48.55)
Current Bankroll                          $1,451.45

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 21st

Only one game worth a peek today.

$15 on Cincinnati (Leake) over NY Mets (Niese) -1 1/2 @ +140

Leake is 2-1 with a 2.79 ERA in his last three trips to the bump. Niese has struggled in his last three outings, posting a 1-2 record with a hefty 9.77 ERA. The Reds are 8-2 in their last 10 games. The Mets are 3-8 in their last 11.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($69.55)
Current Bankroll                          $1,430.45

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 20th

Two games on the menu today look interesting.

$10 on Boston (Lester) over ChiSox (Axelrod) -1 1/2 @ +110

Southpaw Lester gets the nod for the BoSox, bringing a perfect 6-0 record to the party. The White Sox counter with Axelrod, who is 1-3 with a 4.27 ERA this season. Boston is on a 5 game winning streak. Chicago has won 4 of their last six, but are only 3-7 against leftys.

$15 @ -130 on LA Dodgers (Kershaw) over Milwaukee (Gallardo) 

LHP Kershaw is 4-2 this year, with a 1.40 ERA. In his last 4 outings he is 2-0, 0.88. Gallardo is 0-2 with a 5.06 ERA in his last 3 trips to the bump. The Brewers have lost 9 of their last 11 and are 4-13 against southpaws.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($71.10)
Current Bankroll                          $1,428.90

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 19th

One game looks promising on today's schedule.

$20 on Pittsburgh (Locke) over Houston (Harrell) -1 1/2 @ +115

Locke is 3-1 with a 3.15 ERA this season. Harrell is 0-2 with an 8.79 in his last 3 starts. Going into Saturday's game the Pirates had won 7 of their last 8 games and the Astros had dropped 7 of 8.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($51.10)
Current Bankroll                          $1,448.90

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 17th

One interleague game that has two old rivals meeting looks like a good opportunity for a few bucks.

$15 on Pittsburgh (Gomez) over Houston (Lyles) -1 1/2 @ +100

Gomez is 2-0 with a 2.28 ERA in three strarts this season. Lyles is 1-1 with an 8.36 ERA, also with three starts for the year. The Pirates have won 6 of their last 7 games. The Astros have dropped 6 of 7. Caesars/Harrahs has the best price on this one.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($36.10)
Current Bankroll                          $1,463.90

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 16th

One game on today's MLB schedule that's worth a peek.

$10 on St. Louis (Wainwright) over NY Mets (Neise) -1 1/2 @ -110

Wainwright is 5-2 with a 2.30 ERA this season and is coming off a complete game shutout versus the Rockies. Niese is 0-3 with a 9.60 ERA in his last 3 starts. In his last outing he gave up 8 runs in 4+ innings against the Pirates. The Cards are 3-0 aversus the Mets this season, outscoring them 20-9. St. Louis is 12-2 in their last 14 games. NY has dropped 6 straight.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($26.10)
Current Bankroll                          $1,473.90

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 15th

A couple games look interesting on the MLB docket today.

$10 on Texas (Ogando) over Oakland (Straily) -1 1/2 @ +130

Ogando is 3-2 with a 3.09 ERA this season. Straily is 1-1, 7.06 for the year, including a 5 inning, 6 run outing against Seattle in his last start. The Rangers have won 5 of their last 6 games. The As have dropped 7 of 9. 

$15 on St. Louis (Miller) over NY Mets (Marcum) -1 1/2 @ -110

Miller is 5-2 with a 1.58 ERA this season. Marcum is 0-3 with an 8.59 so far this year. The Cards are 2-0 against the Mets this season, outscoring them 16-7. New York is on a 5 game losing streak. St. Louis has won 11 of their last 13.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($52.75)
Current Bankroll                          $1,447.25

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

Hockey Picks, May 14th

The second round of playoffs begin in the NHL tonight. There's one series I like a lot.

$90 on Pittsbergh (-360) over Ottawa to win series

The Penguins won all three match ups this season, outscoring the Senators 9-4. Including playoffs, Pittsburgh outscored their opponents by 53 goals. Hard to see Ottawa beating them four times.

Starting Bankroll                                $1,000.00
Profit/Loss                                          ($181.65)
Current Bankroll                                  $818.35

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at your own risk.

Good luck!

BS !!!

In Psychology.

Lucki, Graduate, Sonny Boy, and Ms. Duck

The Duck family took a 90 minute drive northwest to the sleepy little college town of Stephenville, home of Tarleton State University. The Texans for those who care.

Got it!

 
The occasion was to see my daughter Meridith receive her diploma. After a year of screwing off, she got serious about her school work and has not only gotten her bachelors degree, but also snagged a Graduate Assistance job. Even better, it's a paying position! Nice.

She begins her Masters program in a couple weeks, so it'll be a short summer.

A few years ago :)

It doesn't seem that long ago that I was picking her up from elementary school. It's gone by fast.

A great weekend for our family, especially for one proud Dad!

MLB Picks, May 13th

Three games look good on the MLB schedule today.

$20 on St. Louis (Lynn) over NY Mets (Hefner) -1 1/2 @ +105

Lynn is 5-1 with a 2.72 ERA this year, and is 3-0, 1.35 at home. Hefner is 0-4 this season, with a 4.63 ERA. On foreign soil he is 0-2 with a 6.75. The Redbirds have won 10 of their last 12. The Mets have lost 11 of 15 and are 0-6 this year when Hefner starts.

$15 on Washington (Zimmerman) over LA Dodgers -1 1/2 @ +140

Zimmerman is 6-1 with a 1.59 ERA this season and 3-0 with a 0-38 in her last 3 starts. Beckett is 0-4 this year, with a 5.13 ERA. The Nats are 5-2 in their last 7 games. The Dodgers have lost 8 of 10.

$10 on Pittsburgh (Burnett) over Milwaukee (Estrada) -1 1/2 @ +140

Burnett is 3-1 with a 1.97 ERA in his last 5 starts. Estrada is 0-2 with an 8.59 ERA in his last 3, including surrenduring 8 runs in 3+ innings his last time out versus the Cardinals. The Pirates have won 4 of their last 6 and the Brewers have lost 9 of their last 10.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($84.75)
Current Bankroll                          $1,415.25

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

Vegas or Bust Poker League

Our second season of our Vegas or Bust Poker League began last Friday.

We had ten runners seated at the table for the first tournament. From left to right on your radio dial were Big Daddy, Dealer Larry, Lil' Annie Okie, Tin Man, Ranger Rick, Bobby Dee, Stamps, J-Dawg, Philly Phanatic, and yours truly, Lucki Duck.

One addition this season is a $20 high hand pot. Philly won it early when his pocket kings turned into a full house, which also knocked Big Daddy out in tenth place.

Newcomer Ranger Rick was next to go, which surprised me because he's one of the better players. I expect better days are ahead for him.

Philly rivered Tin Man to felt him in seventh, followed by Stamps in sixth.

I was on the ropes when I lost two big pots to Annie and Philly. I shoved my stack  in with A-K soooted and rivered the nut flush. Whew!

J-Dawg was next to fall on his sword, with Bobby Dee out not much later.

Dealer Larry got off to a fast start, but later had a run of bad cards and finished in fourth.

Down to three players, Annie toe-tagged Philly and we were heads up. Annie had a huge chip advantage, but the blinds were high which gave me a chance.

I had a nice run of cards early in the heads up match and combined with a few steals, was able to pull ahead. I raised on the final hand will pocket jacks and Annie shoved with A-J. She was unable to improve and I was able to ship the opening tourney!

It's always nice to get off to a good start :) Click here for the results.

Because of trips to the WSOP by myself and Stamps, our June tournament won't be until the 28th. We should get back on our regular second Friday of the month schedule.

Although it was nice to win, the tournament was far from being the best part of my weekend! Stay tuned, I'll be posting about a big event within a day or two.

Till next time, win the flips.

MLB Picks, May 11th

Only one game on the menu today that's worth a few sawbucks.

$15 on Texas (Darvish) over Houston (Bedard) -1 1/2 @ -145

Darvish is 5-1 with a 2.56 ERA this season. Bedard is winless with a 7.36 ERA this year. The Rangers are 5-2 in their last 7 games and have beaten the Astros in 7 of their last 8 games. Houston is 2-8 in their last 10.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($69.75)
Current Bankroll                          $1,430.25

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 10th

After a couple days of no games worth betting, there are several today.

$10 @ +105 on NY Yankees (Hughes) over Kansas City (Davis)

Hughes is 2-0 with a 1.93 ERA in his last 4 starts. Davis is 0-2 with a 7.53 ERA in his last 3. The Yankees are 5-3 in their last 8 games and the Royals are 1-3 in their last 4.

$10 on Seattle (Iwakuma) over Oakland (Straily) -1 1/2 @ +155

Iwakuma is 5-1 with a 2.01 ERA in 7 starts this season. Straily is 1-0 with a 5.94 ERA this year. The Mariners have won 4 of their last 6. Oakland is on a 4 game losing streak.

$15 on St Louis (Miller) over Colorado (Garland) -1 1/2 @ +125

Miller is 4-2 witha 1.96 ERA this season. Garland is 1-2 with a 6.35 ERA in his last 3 starts. The Redbirds have won 7 of their last 8. The Rockies have lost 4 of 6.

$26 on Texas (Ogando) over Houston (Keuchel) -1 1/2 @ -130

Ogando is 3-2 with a 3.08 Era on the season. Keuchel is making his first start of the season, bringing a 0-1 record with a 4.96 ERA in 16 innings out of the bullpen.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($134.50)
Current Bankroll                          $1,365.50

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 7th

Two games on today's schedule look interesting.

$20 on Texas (Grimm) over Milwaukee (Peralta) - 1/2 @ +135

Grimm is 2-1 with a 1.83 ERA in his last 3 starts. Peralta is 2-2 this season, but carries a hefty 6.00 ERA. The Rangers have won 3 of their last 4. The Brewers have dropped 5 straight.

$10 on NY Yankees (Kuroda) over Colorado (de la Rosa) -1 1/2 @ +145

Kuroda is 4-1 with a 2.25 ERA this season. de la Rosa is 2-3 with a 4.18. The Yankees have won 3 of their last 5 and the Rockies have lost 5 of their last 8.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($129.00)
Current Bankroll                          $1,371.00

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

Another Kitefest in the Books

Saturday was our 7th Annual Sertoma Kitefest and we were blessed with a beautiful day and record crowd. The proceeds for the event go to help hearing impaired kids in central Texas.

10th Leper

For the first time we had live music at the event and it added a lot to the atmosphere. The band was named 10th Leper and they covered a few 70s and 80s pop tunes, but mostly played Christian rock. Their first number was "Amazing Grace," played to the tune of Jimmy Hendrix "Foxy Lady."

Interesting.

A couple of sisters lining up the putt.

 We also added a few games for the kids to play when they tired of flying kites. Our raffle was a big hit, with the Tony Romo autographed photo being the hot item. (No comments from any of you haters!) Baylor football tickets were also popular, which amazes me. I guess it's true what they say, "Win and they will come."

Boy Scouts selling sausage on a stick.

Several of the vendors ran out of food, so I take that as a good sign!

I've been Chairman of the club (Heart of Texas Sertoma Club) for the past two years, and President the two years proceeding. This was our last major event before the new officers take over in July and I'm looking forward to ceding the reins. It's been a lot of work, but well worth it.

Here are a few more pictures from the Kitefest.

A hearing impaired boy joins the band for a set. Good stuff!

The Chick-Fil-A cow pointing out the advantage of eating chicken to a kiddo.

Only 100 shy of a full cast for the movie :)

We even had people flying kites!

MLB Picks, May 6th

One game worth a look on the MLB docket today.

$21 on Boston (Buchholz) over Minnesota (Worley) -1 1/2 @ -105

Bochholz is 6-0 with a 1.01 ERA this season. Worley is 0-4 with a 7.22 ERA. In his last outing, Worley surrendered 6 runs in 4+ innings against the Tigers. Both teams are 2-4 in their last 6 games.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($108.00)
Current Bankroll                          $1,392.00

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 5th

Two games on the Sunday MLB schedule that are worth a few bucks.

$10 on Cleveland (Kluber) over Minnesota (Pelfrey) -1 1/2 @ +145

Kluber is 2-0 with a 2.25 ERA this season. Pelfrey is 2-3 with a 7.66 for the year. The Indians have won 6 straight and the Twins have lost 4 of 5.
 

$40 on Detroit (Verlander) over Houston (Humber) -1 1/2 @ -160

Verlander is 3-2 with a 1.83 ERA for the season. Humber is 0-6 with a 7.58 and his ERA is even worse (15.55) in his last 3 outings. The Tigers are 7-1 in their last 8 games. Houston has lost 8 of 9.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                    ($123.00)
Current Bankroll                          $1,377.00

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 3rd

One game on the MLB docket looks good.

$20 on Detroit (Fister) over Houston (Norris) -1 1/2 @ -115

Fister is 4-0 with a 2.38 ERA this season. Norris is 1-2 with a 7.71 ERA in his last 3 starts. The Tigers are 6-1 in their last 7 and the Astros are 1-7 in their last 8.

Starting Bankroll                           $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                     ($103.00)
Current Bankroll                           $1,397.00

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

A Friend Passes

The call came from Lil' Annie Okie.

"I just got a call from Sarah... Bev passed away last night."

I have to admit, I wasn't exactly shocked at the news, but damn. She fought such a long battle as I described in a post several months ago, and seemed to be getting the upper hand.

I called her daughter Sarah immediately and expressed my condolences to both her and her dad.

"Heart failure," she said. "The doctors said her heart would probably give out before her kidneys because of the strain of dialysis. She went quickly and painlessly, that's all you can ask."

Yeah, I guess.

I nicknamed her "Bluffin' Bev" several years ago because she almost NEVER bluffed. I finally talked her into making a few moves, which resulted in her winning a few chips and putting a smile on her face. But, as with most of us, she reverted back to her same style, so the nickname stayed.

A good soul with an infectious laugh. I'll miss you Bev... and I'm not bluffin'.

Rest in peace my friend.

MLB Picks, May 2nd

Only one game of interest on today's schedule.

$15 on Kansas City (Santana) over Tampa Bay (Hernendez) -1 1/2 @ +150

Santana is 3-0 with a tidy 1.50 ERA in his last 4 trips to the mound. Hernandez is 1-4 with a 5.28 ERA this season. The Royals have won 5 of their last 7 games, The Rays are 4-11 on foreign soil this season.

Starting Bankroll                           $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                     ($103.00)
Current Bankroll                           $1,397.00

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!

Hockey Picks, May 1st

Another playoff series starts today that looks like an opportunity to make a few bucks.

$60 on San Jose (+125) to win series over Vancouver

The Sharks won all three match ups this year, outscoring the Canucks 10-5.

Starting Bankroll                                $1,000.00
Profit/Loss                                          ($356.65)
Current Bankroll                                  $643.35

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at your own risk.

Good luck!

MLB Picks, May 1st

There's a couple of games on the MLB docket today worth a look.

$20 on Boston (Buchholz) over Toronto (Buehrle) -1 1/2 @ +115

Buchholz is 5-0 this season, with a 1.19 ERA. Buehrle is 1-1 in his last 5 starts, but has a hefty 6.99 ERA. The Red Sox are 5-1 in their last 6 games. The Jays have lost 8 of their last 11.

$10 on Baltimore (Chen) over Seattle (Harang) -1 1/2 @ +125

Chen is 2-1 with a 1.80 ERA in his last 3 starts. He threw 8 innings of shutout ball against the A's in his last outing. Harang is 0-3 with an 11.37 ERA in his last 3 trips to the bump. Both teams have won 4 of their last 6 games.

Starting Bankroll                           $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                     ($116.00)
Current Bankroll                           $1,384.00

Action is considered dead unless both listed pitchers start.

All picks are for entertainment purposes only with no guarantees implied. Any money wagered is at you own risk.

Good luck!