MLB Picks, July 31st

A couple games on the MLB menu look interesting.

$20 on Oakland (Colon) over Toronto (Dickey) -1 1/2 @ +135
Colon is 14-3 with a 2.54 ERA this season. Dickey is 0-2 with a 5.50 ERA in his last 3 outings. The A's have won 4 of their last 5 and the Jays have dropped 6 of 10.

$20 on Cleveland (Kluber) over ChiSox (Axelrod) -1 1/2 @ +120

Kluber is 1-0 with a 1.45 ERA in his last 3 appearances. Axelrod is 0-2 with a 9.64 ERA in his last 6 appearances, The Tribe have won 6 straight and the Sox have lost 8 of 9. Cleveland has won 9 of the 11 games between the 2 teams this season.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      ($33.25)
Current Bankroll                          $1,466.75

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, July 30th

One game on tap today that looks like a winner.

$20 on Cleveland (Kazmir) over ChiSox (Rienzo) -1 1/2 @ +125

Kazmir is 2-0 with a 0.89 ERA in his last 3 starts. The Tribe has won 5 straight overall and is 8-2 against the Sox this year. The Palehose have lost 7 of 8.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      ($58.25)
Current Bankroll                          $1,441.75

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!

What's Up Doc?

You may have noticed that for the last couple of weeks I have been including a hyperlink to Doc's Sports Service on my MLB picks each day. This is part of an advertising agreement with Doc's on my #1SportsPicks site.


Doc's is one of the big boys in the sports wagering world, having been around since 1971, so I'm pretty excited to have them on board!

Hit the link and drop by their site. I'll make me look good. What could be more important than that?

MLB Picks, July 29th

Only one game worth a peek on Monday's MLB menu.

$16 @ -160 on Oakland (Griffen) over Toronto (Rogers)

Griffen is 4-2 with a 3.41 ERA at home this season. Rogers is 3-4 with a 3.74 ERA this year. The A's have won 4 of their last 5 games. The Jays have lost 7 of their last ten and their three wins are against the Astros, so I'm not sure that counts.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      ($68.25)
Current Bankroll                          $1,431.75

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, July 28th

Two games on the Sunday schedule are worth a peek.

$15 @ -150 on Oakland (Parker) over LA Angels (Hanson)

Parker doesn't have a decision in his last three trips to the hill, but sports a tidy 2.21 ERA. Hanson is 1-0 in his last three, but has a hefty 6.59 ERA. The A's have won 5 of their last 7 games and the Angels have dropped 5 of 7.

$25 on Detroit (Porcello) over Philadelphia (Pettibone) -1 1/2 @ -105

Porcello is 3-0 with a 1.35 ERA in his last three starts. Pettibone is 2-3 with a 5.62 when throwing on foreign soil. The Tigers have won 6 of 7 and the Phillies have lost 7 straight.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00


Profit/Loss                                      ($102.00)
Current Bankroll                          $1,398.00

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, July 27th

Several games look good on the docket today.

$13 @ -130 on Oakland (Milone) over LA Angels (Richards)

Milone is 4-3 with a 3.20 ERA when eating home cookin'. Richards is 1-2 with a 5.61 ERA on the highway.

$24 @ -120 on Texas (Darvish) over Cleveland (Masterson)

Darvish is 9-4 with a 2.86 ERA and coming off a strong performance his last outing. Masterson is 1-1 with a 4.42 ERA in his last three starts. 

$35 @ -140 on Pittsburgh (Morton) over Miami (Koehler)

Morton is 2-2 with a 3.35 ERA this season. Koehler is 0-3 with a 5.40 at home. 

$20 on Detroit (Scherzer) over Philadelphia (Valdes) -1 1/2 @ +145

Scherzer is an amazing 14-1 this season. Valdez is making his first start and is 1-0 with a 7.59 ERA this year. The Tigers have won 5 of 6 and the Phillies have dropped 6 straight. 

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      ($142.00)
Current Bankroll                          $1,358.00

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, July 26th

Three games are worth a peek on today's MLB schedule.

$15 @ -150 on Pittsburgh (Locke) over Miami (Alvarez)

Locke is 6-1 with a 1.57 ERA in his last 11 starts. Alvarez is making his 5th start and is 0-1 with a 4.26 ERA at home.

$17 @ -170 on Oakland (Colon) over LA Angels (Williams)

Colon is 10-1 with a 1.43 ERA in his last 12 trips to the bump. Williams is 0-4 with a 10.66 in his last 6 starts.

$10 on Texas (Perez) over Cleveland (Cluber)

Like the Rangers as a road dog in this one.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      ($127.00)
Current Bankroll                          $1,373.00

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, July 25th

Two games on the menu today.

$80 @ -115 on Baltimore (Gonzalez) over Kansas City (Guthrie)

I figure if I keep picking the Orioles they'll eventually win. Gonzalez takes the horsehide for the O's, bringing a 6-1 record with a 1.83 ERA in his last 8 starts. KC counters with Guthrie, who is 2-4 with a 6.48 ERA in his last 7 trips to the bump.

$20 on Arizona (Miley) over ChiCubs (Villanueva) -1 1/2 @ +120

Miley is 2-1 with a 2.10 ERA in his last 4 outings. Villanueva has struggled the last few weeks, posting a 0-5 record with a 6.75 ERA in his last 7 starts.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      ($73.00)
Current Bankroll                          $1,427.00

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!

Casino Party!

I worked an interesting casino party last Saturday. It was a fundraiser for the local civic theater that had a "Vegas" theme.

After the party ended, the patrons were treated to a Vegas style show that featured impressions of some of the entertainers you might see on the strip.

Below is a picture of some of the party goers. At first glance you would think there are three women and one man pictured.

And you would be wrong.

Like I said... interesting!

MLB Picks, July 24th

A couple games on today's menu look good.

$60 on Baltimore (Chen) over Kansas City (Santana)-1 1/2 @ +150

Leftie Chen is 3-0 with a 0.98 ERA in his last 3 starts. Santana is 1-1 with a 5.12 ERA in his last 3. The Royals are 9-17 against port-siders. The Orioles have won 5 of their last 6 and the Royals have dropped 7 of 10.

$20 on Oakland (Griffen) over Houston (Norris) -1 1/2 @ +100

Griffen is 2-1 with a 3.00 ERA in his last 3 trips to the bump. Norris is 1-2 with a 7.13 in his last 3. The A's are 10-1 against the Astros this season. Houston has lost 9 of their last 11 overall. 

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $7.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,507.00

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, July 23rd

One game on the docket today that's worth a peek.

$40 on Baltimore (Hammel) over Kansas City (Chen) -1 1/2 @ +150

Hammel is 6-2 on the highway this season. Leftie Chen is making his second start. The Orioles are 17-14 versus southpaws this season. They're also 28-23 on foreign soil and have won 8 of their last 10 games. The Royals have dropped 7 of 10. Baltimore leads the season series 3-1.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $47.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,547.00

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, July 22nd

One match up today looks like a winner.

$25 on Oakland (Milone) over Houston (Keuchel) -1 1/2 @ -105

A battle of lefties today. The A's do well against southpaws, going 19-13 this season. The Astros, not so much. Milone takes the horsehide for Oakland, bringing an 8-8 record and a 4.24 ERA to the party. Houston counters with Keuchel, who is 4-5 with a 4.62 this year. Oakland is an incredible 9-0 against Houston this season, outscoring the Astros by 37 runs. Houston is 2-8 in their last 10 games and have lost 5 straight.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $72.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,572.00

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, July 21st

One game on Sunday's schedule looks good.

$60 on Milwaukee (Peralta) over Miami (Alvarez) -1 1/2 @ +130

Peralta is 2-0 with a 0.42 ERA in his last 3 outings. Alvarez is 0-1 with a 4.58 ERA in his 3 starts. The Brewers have won 4 of 5 against the Fish this season. Miami is 14-33 on foreign soil. Milwaukee has won 3 straight and Miami has lost 3 in a row.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $132.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,632.00

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, July 20th

Although it's a busy day on the MLB schedule, I don't see any match ups worth a wager. I guess I'll holster my gun and wait for tomorrow.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $132.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,632.00

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, July 19th

Two games on the MLB docket as the second half begins.

$40 on Boston (Doubrant) over NY Yankees (Pettitte) -1 1/2 @ +135

Doubrant is 3-0 with a 2.18 ERA in his last 5 starts. Pettitte is also 2-3, with a 6.08 ERA in his last 6 outings. The Red Sox are 4-2 in their last 6 games and the Yankees are 3-5 in their last 8.

$40 on Colorado (De La Rosa) over ChiCubs (Samardzija) -1 1/2 @ +145

De La Rosa is 5-1 with a 3.15 ERA at Coors Field. Samardzija is 0-2 with an 8.15 in his last 3 trips to the hill. The Rockies have won 3 of their last 5 and the Cubs have dropped 3 of 5. 

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $118.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,618.00

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!

For Sale, Money Pit

In an effort to help our daughter and her former fiancee, several years ago Ms. Duck and I agreed to co-sign a loan to get them into a "starter" home.

It's a nice brick veneer, three bedrooms, two baths, and an attached two car garage. Click here for the complete rundown.

The train left the rails when our daughter ended the engagement, leaving the ex-fiancee in the home. Not good.

Said fiancee fell behind on the mortgage payments, so as co-signers, Ms. Duck and I stepped in and wrote a check for two payments to catch up.

A little money into the money pit.

Then we wrote a check for the annual property taxes. Twenty-eight hundred dollars worth.

More money into the money pit.

It took a while, but I finally convinced the ex to sell us his portion of the house for what was left on the note. We felt this was fair since we had paid most of the down payment and several months worth of mortgage payments. And don't forget those property taxes!

When we took possession of the house, it was a mess. The ex had let his dogs have the run of the place and there was dog crap everywhere. And urine. The stench was unbelievable.

Our only choice was to pull the carpet and start over. Ms. Duck selected a wood laminate flooring for the living area and master bedroom and we went to work. We also replaced the kitchen floor and both bathrooms, but we were able to shampoo the carpet in the other two bedrooms.

And even more money into the money pit.

The ex had purchased material to build a privacy fence, but never got around to actually constructing the fence, so Sonny Boy and I had to take care of that chore. In August. In Texas. Not fun.

Once we got the house in decent shape, we made the poor decision to rent it, since the housing market was on its butt at the time. Once again, the tenant was unable to keep up with the payments, so he had to move out. Of course, our mortgage payment on the house continued.

More money thrown into the money pit.

At least this time the house was left in decent shape. A few touch ups inside, plus a fair amount of landscaping outside (for curb appeal) and we were ready to put our house on the market.

We met with a realtor last week and signed the papers, and yesterday the house hit the multiple listing circuit.

The housing market has improved, and the house is in one of the best school districts in the area, so we're hoping we won't have to drop our $108K price too much in order to sell it.

It'll be nice to get some of the money back that we've thrown in this pit.

Money pit anyone?

Big Daddy's Big Night

Last Friday was the third monthly tournament in our Vegas or Bust Poker League, marking the quarter point of our season. The top two finishers win a round trip to Las Vegas and a seat in the 2014 WSOP.

Last season Big Daddy was our weakest player, often overplaying weak hands and busting out early. The first two tourneys this season were no different, with him finishing tenth in both.

This night would be different.

Big Daddy began with a good start by doubling thru Tin Man when both had full houses, but Big Daddy's was bigger ("that's what she said"). Tin Man was severely crippled and went busto shortly thereafter.

Bobby Dee was the next to feel the wrath of Mr. Big, when Daddy hit a three outer on the river to send Bobby to the showers.

Stamps, J-Dawg, and Philly Phanatic were the next to fall on their swords, with Big Daddy doing the slaying on all but Philly.

Ranger Rick found himself short-stacked and shoved with a baby ace, only to be called by Mr. Bigs pocket jacks. You know it's your night when J-J actually holds up!

Dealer Larry was felted shortly after Rick, but looked like he would win the $20 High Hand Jackpot for the evening with quad jacks.

I was the next name on Big Daddy's hit list when he hit a three outer on the river to bust me in third place.

Heads up was between Big Daddy and Lil' Annie Okie, with Mr. Big holding a huge chip advantage. The toe-to-toe match didn't last long. Daddy toe-tagged Annie with flopped quad aces, winning both the tournament and the High Hand Jackpot.

Wow!

His luck continued in the cash game following the tourney,  hitting draws with unusual regularity. He was on quite a roll and had a wall of chips when I surrendered and headed home, $8 lighter than when I sat down at the cash table.

Through three tournaments I'm in pretty good shape with 25 points, which is good for second place with nine months to go. Annie has been the best player so far with a first and two second place finishes, so we're all looking up at her right now. If so inclined, you can click here for the complete standings.

We play again on August 9th.

Till next time, win the flips.

MLB Picks, July 15th

The pros take most of the week off for the All Star break, but will be back on the diamond this Friday.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $118.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,618.00

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, July 13th

Two games on the MLB schedule worth a look.

$20 on NY Yankees (Sabathia) over Minnesota (Gibson) -1 1/2 @ +100

Sabathia is 6-3 with a 3.42 ERA when eating home cookin'. Gibson is 1-2 with a 7.27 ERA in his last 3 starts. The Yankees have beaten the Twins in 5 of their 6 games. Minnesota has lost 11 of their last 13 games and NY has won 3 of 4.

$20 on Oakland (Colon) over Boston (Workman) -1 1/2 @ +135

Colon is 5-1 with a 2.47 ERA when pitching at home. Workman is making his first start. 

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $158.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,658.00

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, July 13th

Nothing on the Saturday schedule worth betting, so I'm taking the day off.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $158.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,658.00

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, July 12th

One game worth investing a few bucks on today.

$70 on NY Yankees (Kuroda) over Minnesota (Diamond) -1 1/2 @ +110

Kuroda is 5-2 with a 1.89 ERA when eating home cooking. Diamond is 0-2 with a 6.61 ERA in his last 3 outings. The Yankees are 4-0 against the Twins this season. NY has won 8 of their last 11 games. The Twins have dropped 11 of 12.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $81.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,581.00

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, July 11th

Two games that look good on today's schedule.

$40 on Tampa Bay (Moore) over Minnesota (Pelfrey) -1 1/2 @ +100

Moore is 3-0 with an impressive 0.47 ERA in his last 3 trips to the mound. Pelfrey is 4-6 with a 5.63 ERA this season. The Rays have won 11 of their last 12 games. The Twins have lost 10 of their last 11. Caesars has the best line on this one.

$20 on Arizona (Miley) over Milwaukee (Gallardo) -1 1/2 @ +150

Southpaw Miley is 1-1 with a 1.31 ERA in his last 3 games. Gallardo is 1-2 with a hefty 10.38 in his last 3 starts. The Diamondbacks are 3-0 against Milwaukee this season, outscoring them 20-10. The Brewers have struggled against leftys this season, posting a 9-22 record. 

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $91.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,591.00

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, July 10th

I'm going back to the well again today with the Rays.

$20 on Tampa Bay (Hellickson) over Minnesota (Correia) -1 1/2 @ +120

Hellickson is 3-0 with a tidy 0.90 ERA in his last 3 trips to the bump. Correia is 0-2 with a 5.82 in his last 3. The Rays have won 10 of their last 11 and the Twins have dropped 9 of 10.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                      $111.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,611.00

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, July 9th

Only one game worth a peek on today's docket as I place my faith in Neo's team.

$40 on Tampa Bay (Archer) over Minnesota (Gibson) -1 1/2 @ +140

Archer is 1-0 with a 3.18 ERA in his last 3 starts. Gibson is 1-1 with a 7.94 in his last 2 starts. The Rays have won 9 of their last 10 and the Twins have lost 8 of 9. 

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       $55.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,555.00

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, July 8th

Nothing worth considering on today's MLB schedule, so I'll take the day off.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       $55.00
Current Bankroll                          $1,555.00

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, July 7th

Two games of interest on today's MLB menu.

$50 on Arizona (Corbin) over Colorado (Oswalt) -1 1/2 @ +110

Corbin is 9-1 with a 2.49 ERA this season. Oswalt is 0-3 with a 7.88 this year. The Diamondbacks have won 4 straight and the Rockies have lost 4 of 5.

$70 on Washington (Strausburg) over San Diego (Erlin) -1 1/2 @ -115

Strausburg is 1-0 with a 1.29 ERA in his last 3 starts. Erlin is 1-1 with a 3.78 ERA in his last 3. The Nats are 5-2 in their last 7. The Padres have dropped 8 straight.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       ($59.50)
Current Bankroll                          $1,440.50

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, July 6th

Three games worth a look on today's MLB docket.

$60 on Tampa Bay (Moore) over ChiSox (Sale) -1 1/2 @ +170

Moore is 3-0 with a 1.86 ERA in his last 3 starts. Sale is 0-2 is 4.29 ERA in his last 3. The Rays have won 6 of their last7 and the White Sox have dropped 7 of 9.

$40 on Pittsburgh (Morton) over ChiCubs (Jackson) -1 1/2 @ +130

Morton is 1-0 with a 2.08 ERA in his last 3 trips to the hill. Jackson is 1-2 with a 7.31 in his last 3. The Pirates have won 8 of their last 10. The Cubs have dropped 3 of 4. 

$40 @ +110 on Philadelphia (Kendrick) over Atlanta (Hudson)

Both pitchers are throwing well. A good opportunity for the home dog. 

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       ($81.50)
Current Bankroll                          $1,418.50

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!

No Such Thing as a Free Lunch

My friend and fellow poker player Lil' Annie Okie sent me this picture of her recent dinner receipt from Dairy Queen.

Note the price of the "free" water.

Damn inflation!

MLB Picks, July 5th

A busy day on the MLB schedule today.

$60 on Tampa Bay (Hellickson) over ChiSox (Axelrod) -1 1/2 @ +115

Hellickson is 3-0 with a 1.42 ERA in his last 3 starts. Axelrod doesn't have any decisions in his last 3, but carries a hefty 5.94 ERA. The Rays have won 5 of their last 6 games and the White Sox have lost 7 of 9.

$40 on Cincinnati (Leake) over Seattle (Harang) -1 1/2 @ +110

Leake is 7-3 with a 2.52 ERA this season. Harang is 3-7 with a 5.08. The Reds have won 4 of their last 5 and the Mariners have dropped 5 of 8.

$20 on Colorado (De La Rosa) over Arizona (Skaggs) -1 1/2 @ +115

De La Rosa is 1-0 witha tidy 1.42 ERA in his last 3 trips to the bump. Skaggs is 1-1 with a 5.40 in 3 starts. The D-Backs have lost 5 of their last 7 games.

$20 @ +120 on ChiCubs (Samardzija) over Pittsburgh (Liriiano)

A match up of two pitchers that are throwing well. A good opportunity for the home dog to pull the upset.

$20 @ +115 on Kansas City (Davis) over Oakland (Milone)

Neither starter is able to get anyone out right now. I'm taking the +115 on a toss up game.

$20 @ +105 on NY Yankees (Nova) over Baltimore (Gonzales)

Hard not to take the Pinstripers as a home dog.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       ($71.50)
Current Bankroll                          $1,428.50

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, July 4th

Several games look promising on the Independence Day.

$40 @ +105 on NY Mets (Gee) over Arizona (Kennedy)

$40 @ +125 on LA Angels (Blanton) over St. Louis (Wainwright)

$20 @ +150 on Houston (Lyles) over Tampa Bay (Archer)

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       ($61.50)
Current Bankroll                          $1,438.50

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!

A Gift

From my daughter after receiving her psychology degree last month.

Some gifts are more special than others. I'd say this one qualifies! :o)

MLB Picks, July 3rd

A couple games look good on today's MLB menu.

$20 on NY Mets (Harvey) over Arizona (Delgado) -1 1/2 @ +135

Harvey is 7-1 with a 2.00 ERA this season. Delgado is 0-2 with a 4.05 in his 3 starts with the D-Backs. The Mets have won 5 of their last 7 and the Diamondbacks have lost 8 of 9.

$20 on Pittsburgh (Locke) over Philadelphia (Lannan) -1 1/2 @ +135

Locke is 7-1 with a tidy 2.06 ERA this season and is 4-0, 1.08 in his last 8. Lannan is 1-2 with a hefty 7.23 ERA in his last 4 trips to the bump. The Bucs have won 9 of their last 10 and the Phillies have dropped 3 of their last 5.

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       ($21.50)
Current Bankroll                          $1,478.50

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, July 2nd

There are several interesting games on today's menu.

$20 on Pittsburgh (Locke) over Philadelphia (Pettibone) -1 1/2 @ +130

Locke is 4-0 with a 1.08 ERA in his last 8 starts. Pettibone is 0-3 with a 6.27 in his last 7 trips to the bump. The Pirates have won 9 straight and are 3-1 versus the Phillies this season. Philly has lost 3 of their last 4 games.

Several match ups look like good hedge bets.

$50 on Arizona (Corbin) over NY Mets (Hefner) -1 1/2 @ +125
$50 @ +130 on NY Mets (Hefner) over Arizona (Corbin)
$50 on Detroit (Fister) over Toronto (Johnson) -1 1/2 @ +120
$50 @ +130 on Toronto (Johnson) over Detroit (Fister)
$50 on Baltimore (Hammel) over ChiSox (Danks) -1 1/2 @ +140
$50 @ +110 on ChiSox (Danks) over Baltimore (Hammels)

Starting Bankroll                          $1,500.00
Profit/Loss                                       ($41.50)
Current Bankroll                          $1,458.50

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!