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Mets-Marlins Baseball Handicapping

The Florida Marlins will be trying to extend a winning streak on Thursday when they take on the New York Mets at Land Shark Stadium.
The Mets will trot Tim Redding out to the mound in this one. Righthander Redding has a 1-3 record and a 6.32 ERA this season.
It’ll be Anibal Sanchez toeing the rubber for the Marlins in this contest. Righthander Sanchez is 2-4 with a 4.97 ERA so far this season.
Oddsmakers currently have the Marlins listed as 230-moneyline favorites versus the Mets, while the game’s total has not yet been posted.
Ronny Paulino drove in a pair of runs to lead the Marlins to a 5-3 victory over the Mets on Wednesday, as -260 favorites. The eight runs went as a PUSH against the posted over/under (8).
Cody Ross drove in a pair of runs for the Marlins. Josh Johnson earned the victory, and Leo Nunez collected his 16th save.
Fernando Tatis had three hits and drove in one run for the Mets, who were +230 underdogs. Mike Pelfrey allowed 11 hits and five runs over 5 2-3 innings in the loss.
Current streak:
New York has lost 5 straight games.
Florida has won 2 straight games.
Team records:
New York: 57-70 SU
Florida: 67-59 SU
New York most recently:
When playing on Thursday are 8-2
Before playing Chi Cubs are 4-6
After playing Florida are 3-7
After a loss are 4-6

Florida most recently:
When playing on Thursday are 5-5
Before playing San Diego are 5-5
After playing NY Mets are 8-2
After a win are 6-4

A few trends to consider:
NY Mets are 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing Florida
NY Mets are 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Florida
NY Mets are 1-4 SU in its last 5 games on the road
NY Mets are 0-5 SU in its last 5 games
Florida is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home
Florida is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against NY Mets
Florida is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games when playing NY Mets
Florida is 12-6 SU in its last 18 games
Next up:
NY Mets at Chi Cubs, Friday, August 28
Florida home to San Diego, Friday, August 28

 

Rangers vs. Yankees Baseball Betting

The Texas Rangers and the New York Yankees will both be trying to pick up a win on Thursday when they battle at Yankee Stadium.
Dustin Nippert will be the starting pitcher for the Rangers on this day. Righthander Nippert is 2-2 this season with a 4.63 ERA.
The Yankees will counter Nippert with AJ Burnett. Righthander Burnett has a 4.08 ERA to go along with a 10-7 record this season.
Oddsmakers currently have the Yankees listed as 230-moneyline favorites versus the Rangers, while the game’s total has not yet been posted.
Jorge Posada belted a three-run homer to help the Yankees defeat the Rangers 9-2 on Wednesday, as -190 favorites. The 11 runs made it OVER the posted over/under (10).
Derek Jeter and Mark Teixeira drove in a pair of runs for the Yankees. Andy Pettitte improved to 11-6 with the win.
David Murphy homered and drove in a pair of runs for the Rangers, who were +170 underdogs. Derek Holland gave up seven hits and six runs over six innings of work.
Team records:
Texas: 70-55 SU
New York: 79-47 SU
Texas most recently:
When playing on Thursday are 7-3
Before playing Minnesota are 3-7
After playing NY Yankees are 4-6
After a loss are 6-4

New York most recently:
When playing on Thursday are 5-5
Before playing Chi White Sox are 6-4
After playing Texas are 6-4
After a win are 6-4

A few trends to consider:
Texas is 2-4 SU in their last 6 games when playing on the road against NY Yankees
Texas is 3-7 SU in their last 10 games when playing NY Yankees
NY Yankees are 16-3 SU in their last 19 games at home
NY Yankees are 17-5 SU in their last 22 games
NY Yankees are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games when playing Texas
NY Yankees are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games when playing at home against Texas
Next up:
Texas at Minnesota, Friday, August 28
NY Yankees home to Chi White Sox, Friday, August 28

 

Packers vs Cardinals Football Betting Picks

The Green Bay Packers and the Arizona Cardinals will both be trying to pick up a win on Friday when they battle at University of Phoenix Stadium.
Oddsmakers currently have the Cardinals listed as 3½-point favorites versus the Packers, while the game’s total has not yet been posted.
The Packers jumped out to a 24-0 halftime lead and held on for a 31-21 win over the Bills in Week 2 of the preseason last time out. The Packers covered the 3-point spread, and the 52 points sailed OVER the posted total of 37.5.
The Cardinals were defeated 17-6 by the Chargers in preseason action last time out, as 3-point favorites. The game’s combined score fell UNDER the posted over/under (40).
Team records:
Green Bay: 6-10 SU, 7-8-1 ATS
Arizona: 9-7 SU, 9-7 ATS
Next up:
Green Bay at Tennessee, Thursday, September 3
Arizona at Denver, Thursday, September 3

 

Patriots vs Redskins Football Expert Picks

The New England Patriots and the Washington Redskins will both be gunning for a victory on Friday when they meet at FedExField.
Oddsmakers currently have the Patriots listed as 3-point favorites versus the Redskins, while the game’s total has not yet been posted.
The Patriots lost 7-6 to the Bengals in Week 2 of the preseason last time out, as 6.5-point favorites at home. The teams played UNDER the posted total of 36.
The Redskins scored two second-half touchdowns to come back and upset the Steelers 17-13 in Week 2 of the preseason. The 30 points went UNDER the posted total of 32.
Team records:
New England: 11-5 SU, 9-7 ATS
Washington: 8-8 SU, 6-8-2 ATS
Next up:
New England home to NY Giants, Thursday, September 3
Washington at Jacksonville, Thursday, September 3

 

UFC 102 Betting – Three To Watch In Portland

Saturday’s UFC 102 fight card is being lauded as one of the deepest cards in a while, so let’s take a look at the top three fights that will take place in Portland.

 

UFC 102 Odds – Saturday, August 29, 10:00 PM ET

 

Randy Couture (16-9) vs Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (31-5-1-1)

Couture is a -165 favorite in this heavyweight encounter between two legendary fighters, and both have something to prove as they come off losses. A win is essential, as these two former champions are jockeying for a spot in line to challenge Brock Lesnar, who beat Couture at UFC 91. Both are solid boxers, so it’ll be a fight between Couture’s wrestling and Nogueira’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai. The "Natural" has done it all in UFC, while Nogueira is 13 years younger, with more experience. Take "Big Nog" in an online betting upset.

 

Thiago Silva (13-1) vs Keith Jardine (14-5)

Jardine is favored at -155 by betting services, but he’s lost three of his last five fights, and his two wins came via split decision. He’s also facing a hungry Silva, who was knocked out by light-heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida. Thiago’s hero is Wanderlei Silva, who knocked out Jardine in 38 seconds, and you can bet that Thiago has asked Wanderlei for tips. Look for Silva’s viciously Muay Thai knees to be the deciding factor. Go with Thiago Silva for another upset win.

 

Nate Marquardt (28-8-2) vs Demian Maia (10-0)

Marquardt is a -165 favorite in this contest that should play out on the mat. Marquardt is a submission specialist with a background in boxing, and he is currently the No.3 middleweight in the world. However, he’ll have his hands full with Maia, who has yet to lose and some people are calling him the best Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu artist on the planet. In four of his last five fights, he’s been awarded the "Submission of the Night". Marquardt has lost two of his last three against Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighters, and Maia may be a betetr fighter than Thales Leites, who Marquardt lost to at UFC 85. Take Demian Maia in Saturday’s sports picks.

Dolphins vs Buccaneers Football Handicapping

The Miami Dolphins and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will both be trying to pick up a win on Thursday when they battle at Raymond James Stadium.
Oddsmakers currently have the Buccaneers listed as 2½-point favorites versus the Dolphins, while the game’s total has not yet been posted.
The Dolphins improved to 2-0 in the preseason with a 27-17 win over the Panthers last time out. The Dolphins covered the 2.5-point spread, and the 44 points made it OVER the posted total of 33.5.
Luke McCown threw two touchdown passes to help the Buccaneers get past the Jaguars 24-23 in Week 2 of the preseason, as 3-point underdogs. That game’s 47 points sailed OVER the posted total of 34.
Team records:
Miami: 11-5 SU, 8-8
ATS
Tampa Bay
: 9-7 SU, 8-8 ATS
Next up:
Miami at New Orleans, Thursday, September 3
Tampa Bay home to Houston, Friday, September 4

 

Rams vs Bengals Football Betting Picks

The St. Louis Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals will both be gunning for a victory on Thursday when they meet at Paul Brown Stadium.
Oddsmakers currently have the Bengals listed as 2½-point favorites versus the Rams, while the game’s total has not yet been posted.
The Rams were defeated 20-13 by the Falcons in Week 2 of the preseason as 2.5-point underdogs. That game’s 33 points fell UNDER the posted total of 36.
J.T. O’Sullivan scored the only touchdown of the game in Week 2 of the preseason for the Bengals, as they defeated the Patriots 7-6. The Bengals won the game as 6.5-point road underdogs, while the teams played UNDER the posted total of 36.
Team records:
St. Louis: 2-14 SU, 6-10 ATS
Cincinnati: 4-11-1 SU, 7-9 ATS
Next up:
St. Louis home to Kansas City, Thursday, September 3
Cincinnati home to Indianapolis, Thursday, September 3

 

 

Jaguars vs Eagles Football Betting Picks

The Jacksonville Jaguars and the Philadelphia Eagles will both be trying to pick up a win on Thursday when they battle at Lincoln Financial Field.
Oddsmakers currently have the Eagles listed as 7½-point favorites versus the Jaguars, while the game’s total has not yet been posted.
The Jaguars fell 24-23 to the Buccaneers in Week 2 of the preseason last time out, as 3-point favorites. That game’s 47 points sailed OVER the posted total of 34.
The Eagles lost 23-15 to the Colts in Week 2 of the preseason last time out, as 3.5-point favorites. That game’s 38 points made it OVER the night’s posted total of 36.5.
Team records:
Jacksonville: 5-11 SU, 4-12 ATS
Philadelphia: 9-6-1 SU, 10-6 ATS
Next up:
Jacksonville home to Washington, Thursday, September 3
Philadelphia at NY Jets, Thursday, September 3

 

Mets vs Marlins Baseball Betting

The New York Mets and the Florida Marlins will both be gunning for a victory on Wednesday when they meet at Land Shark Stadium.
The Mets will trot Michael Pelfrey out to the mound in this one. Righthander Pelfrey has a 9-8 record and a 4.67 ERA this season.
The Marlins will counter Pelfrey with ace Josh Johnson. Righthander Johnson has a 2.99 ERA to go along with a 12-3 record this season.
Oddsmakers currently have the Marlins listed as 250-moneyline favorites versus the Mets, while the game’s total has not yet been posted.
Sean West allowed one run over six innings to earn the win, as the Marlins clipped the Mets 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Florida won as a -110 home pick ’em, while the game played UNDER the 7.5-run total posted by oddsmakers.
Ross Gload went 2-for-4 with a run batted in for the Marlins, who got an RBI from Dan Uggla in the win.
Fernando Tatis drove in the lone run for New York, while Nelson Figueroa gave up one earned run over five innings to take the loss for the Mets.
Current streak:
New York has lost 4 straight games.
Team records:
New York: 57-69 SU
Florida: 66-59 SU
New York most recently:
When playing on Wednesday are 3-7
Before playing Florida are 4-6
After playing Florida are 3-7
After a loss are 5-5

Florida most recently:
When playing on Wednesday are 4-6
Before playing NY Mets are 5-5
After playing NY Mets are 8-2
After a win are 6-4

A few trends to consider:
NY Mets are 16-8 SU in its last 24 games when playing on the road against Florida
NY Mets are 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Florida
NY Mets are 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing Florida
NY Mets are 2-6 SU in its last 8 games on the road
Florida is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home
Florida is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against NY Mets
Florida is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing NY Mets
Florida is 8-16 SU in its last 24 games when playing at home against NY Mets
Next up:
Florida home to NY Mets, Thursday, August 27

 

Phillies vs Pirates Baseball Handicapping

The Philadelphia Phillies and the Pittsburgh Pirates will both be gunning for a victory on Wednesday when they meet at PNC Park.
The Phillies will give the ball to ace starter Cole Hamels in this one. Lefthander Hamels is 7-8 this season with a 4.78 ERA.
Starting this game for the Pirates will be Paul Maholm. The lefthander has a 4.74 ERA to go along with a 7-7 record this season.
Oddsmakers currently have the Phillies listed as 180-moneyline favorites versus the Pirates, while the game’s total has not yet been posted.
Andrew McCutchen’s walk-off, two-run shot in the bottom of the ninth inning lifted the Pirates over the Phillies 6-4 on Tuesday night.
Pittsburgh cashed as +165 home underdogs, while the game played OVER the 8.5-run total set by sportsbooks.
Steve Pearce was 2-for-4 with a two-run homer for the Pirates, as Matt Capps picked up the win in relief of starter Ross Ohlendorf for Pittsburgh.
Jimmy Rollins went 2-for-5 with two solo dingers for Philadelphia, while Brad Lidge took the loss after allowing McCutchen’s walk-off in the bottom of the ninth inning.
Team records:
Philadelphia: 72-51 SU
Pittsburgh: 52-71 SU
Philadelphia most recently:
When playing on Wednesday are 8-2
Before playing Pittsburgh are 8-2
After playing Pittsburgh are 8-2
After a loss are 5-5

Pittsburgh most recently:
When playing on Wednesday are 4-6
Before playing Philadelphia are 2-8
After playing Philadelphia are 4-6
After a win are 5-5

A few trends to consider:
Philadelphia is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing Pittsburgh
Philadelphia is 11-3 SU in its last 14 games
Philadelphia is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games on the road
Philadelphia is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home
Pittsburgh is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games
Pittsburgh is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Philadelphia
Pittsburgh is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing Philadelphia
Next up:
Pittsburgh home to Philadelphia, Thursday, August 27