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Al Cimaglia: Woodbine Mohawk Park Late Pick 5 Analysis August 3, 2020 | By Al Cimaglia
Tonight, Woodbine Mohawk Park has 11-races set to go with the 0.20 Late Pick 5 starting in Race 6. The sequence has a 15% takeout and will be my focus.

Comments and selections below are based on a fast track.

Race 6

2-Big Rich (2-1)-Was used hard off the gate from the 7-hole in last, did get on the engine but lost the race by a head. Should be tighter tonight, was off 3-weeks before that start and this is a very soft spot. Should have no excuse.
8-Perfetto (9/2)-Comes off an impressive win and now bumps up but still fits. Has the gate speed to get a close-up seat and has beaten better than this in the past. Has won 10 of 34 here and will use at a square price as #2 can be camera shy.

Race 7

2-Lefkada (8-1)-Has hit the board in 11 of 18 starts at Wbsb and should be nice price. Does show 2 breaks in the last 7 months, both at Grand River so will toss last. Last win here came on 12/20 and that was with Roy, who is back tonight.
4-HP Bruxelles (5/2)-Filion returns to take the lines and that should help. Not sure if simply got tired in the last few yards or the driver wasn't alert but lost a very tight photo. Program chalk is in a nice spot to make amends.

Race 8

1-Cheapskate Hanover (8-1)-Price shot picked up a check in 1st race back after the restart and paced the back half in 54.4. Team Cullen trainee can make some noise here. Does like to win, 20 of 93 lifetime and has won 8 of 27 at Mohawk.
2-Jaydens Place (8-1)-Another who can put some juice in the Pick 5 payout. Does get a ++ driver change with McNair back aboard. Should be put in play from the start and could surprise with a nice move down the lane.
6-Ocenaview Magnum (3-1)-Comes off a win versus Preferred company at GeoD and fits well with this field. Roy drives for Moreau, an encore could be in the cards.
7-Julerica (8/5)-Scorched the field from the 8-hole at this class last week and went off a 1/2. Was claimed in last and Filion will be between the pipes as 8-year-old looks for 3rd straight picture. Will respect but will look to others for more value.

Race 9

3-Dunbar Hall (7/2)-Drops again after fading down the lane after a difficult journey. Best to respect in this spot, could be tighter and better. Was off 3 weeks before last start and comes back within a week this time.
6-Buzz (4-1)-Drops to a spot to shine. Drury is back, he can put on the engine and Buzz knows how to win there. Not really any gate speed inside and comes back to race within a week. Could be sitting on a big try.

Race 10

1-White Tiger (8-1)-JMac is out injured, maybe Filion will get the steer? Drops to good spot in 3rd start off the break after starting slowly in previous 2 races. This could be go time and may look to race on the engine or the 2-hole.
4-Treasured Tee (5/2)-Moreau trainee is still the morning line favorite despite coming off a sick scratch and not racing since 6/29. Has only raced 20 times the past 2 years, but has a big shot if fires hot off the bench.
5-Mister Magic (4-1)-Last 4 lines are a win, a break, a win, a break and that sequence can hold true if minds manners. Kadabra 5-year-old knows how to win going 15 of 44 past 2 years and has won 16 of 55 for 29% at Wbsb.

0.20 Late Pick 5

2,8/2,4/1,2,6,7/3,6/1,4,5
Total Bet=$19.20

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Brian Nadeau's Daily Picks Finger Lakes - Race #1


Picks
Notes


#2 Forecaster
Class riser looked good winning off the break last time, and while this group is a bit tougher, he owns a big recency edge; call right back.


#1 Lumberer
Heavy favorite hasn't been out since October and could need this, not to mention the rail offers no value at shorts odds; backwheel time.


#5 Rollo Lothbrok
Heavy hitter is another off the break, and this one has no early speed either, so he may be left with too much to do late; runs out of room.


Race Summary
You'll get fair value on the 2, and you can't discount the edge he has by having an out this year, while the 1 and 5 enter off long breaks, so play him to win and place, and especially to kick off the early Pk4 as well, since he seems to get all the best of it here.


Finger Lakes - Race #5


Picks
Notes


#4 Amers
Bel invader was a middling 4th to better open 10k claimers last time, has an important recency edge on the favorite, and goes for a Jeff Englehart barn that wins races in droves in these parts, love her chances here.


#1 Trouble for Skylar
Aqu runner meets much easier for Rice and Gomez, a potent 40% combo here, but she was awful last time, and no goes out of town looking for easier, which says her form may be failing; trying to beat on top.


#2 She's Not Bluffing
Capable miss should trip out here and isn't far off the top pair on paper, but she's another who is off an extended break, so she could need this, for a Maver barn that hasn't run a horse all year long; tabbing today.


Race Summary
That 3-1 ML seems very fair on the 4, as she is in form, meets a weaker crew than the one she just faced, and meets a pair who could need this off the layoff, so play her aggressively to win and place, while getting some added value by keying her in the Pk5, and late Pk4 as well, since a win over a stiff ML favorite would knock out a lot of tickets.


Finger Lakes - Race #6


Picks
Notes


#7 Encryption Key
Tricky read would lap this field on his best, but he hasn't been seen since 10/18, so what you get is a guess, but the works whisper ready, this attack post is key too, and new trainer Ferraro is a huge 35% off these extended breaks; look out.


#1 A Maize Zing Rip
Stalker should trip out, as there's some speed that will cross over and allow him to settle early, and his return was a sharp 2nd, so if he moves forward, and the pick isn't ready, then he's going to be in a good spot off the turn; the main danger.


#6 Disco Deana
Pace player dueled and held for a fast win last time, but the pace looks honest here, and the pick will be on her throughout, not to mention this is a class rise, and he could bounce off what was a very strong local return; comes unglued late.


Race Summary
Tab the tote on the 7, as you want to see him live and taking money (you don't want to see this 6-1 ML) to show he's ready, and if that's the case you can play him in all the slots, though you'll get some built-in value by using him in the Pk5, and late Pk4 as well, since he could get overlooked on the break, which means a win in the 3-1 range would add some value to both sequences.

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Brian W. Spencer's Daily Picks Mountaineer - Race #1


Picks
Notes


#3 West Coast Temple
Has to turn the tables on the chalk in this one, but the price should be right to give her a look with these. It's not saying much, but she's better than ever right now.


#1 Belle Magie
Should appreciate the move back to the grass after chasing a blowout winner last time around, and she'll be in line for a great trip from close range.


#7 Celebrated Artist
Took a step forward when trying turf for the first time last out, and she should be able to stay in touch early on the move around two turns.


Race Summary
West Coast Temple finishing behind Belle Magie on the grass when they recently met, but the former should offer a much better price and isn't out of the question.


Mountaineer - Race #2


Picks
Notes


#5 Orbital Deity
Even but useful run off the layoff might give her something to build on, and though this is her 14th career start, she doesn't meet a particularly deep group here.


#2 Deep Space
The clear one to beat in this spot, just missed last out and finished well in front of the top choice that day. Short price is the most likely winner.


#3 Delicate Christy
Races with blinkers today for the first time, and that might allow her to take a step forward that would get her in range of the rest of these at a price. Maybe.


Race Summary
Orbital Deity got a useful run under her belt last time out, and if she can step forward off that try, she has a claim on this at a nice number.


Mountaineer - Race #3


Picks
Notes


#5 Marcie's Candy
Just rolled a lesser group on the main track here, and she's bred to handle the turf. Not sure she's going to offer the 5/1 ML price, but she can be tough here.


#4 Loupacate
Has a big claim on the top spot, but she has fallen short in a couple of recent local tries, and she's going to get bet again. Need her on the tickets.


#8 Legendarys First
Has run big in both career turf starts, but she beat a small group with a pretty good setup last time out, and she is probably a bit overbet tonight.


Race Summary
Marcie's Candy ran the race of her life last out, and while I don't at all expect her to run back to that, she's bred to like the new footing and is a good fit here.

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Jerry Shottenkirk's Daily Picks Indiana Grand - Race #6


Picks
Notes


#3 Hidden Ruler
Set the pace for a half-mile in a fast allowance at Keeneland and takes a drop here; his best should be good enough against these.


#6 Wild Behavior
Was up in time in is second start, which came in November at Cburchill; has worked well and can be a player in his return.


#1 I'm Corfu
Has battled for the lead at some point of nearly all his races and has been outrun in the final yards of most; well-timed ride can put him in the mix.


Race Summary
Hidden Ruler s extremely fast and has been in vs. outstanding rivals at Oaklawn, Churchill and Keeneland; won from off the pace at Oaklawn and he can adjust to circumstances here.


Indiana Grand - Race #7


Picks
Notes


#1 Royal Leige
Just missed at Belterra as he uncorked late run and just missed; lightly raced but looked very good in his only turf appearance. Will be a good price.


#3 Intimidation
Lacked a huge late run in his last and finished fourth; was in the Jason Servis stable and makes his first for D'Amato. Expect a lot of play and a good effort.


#9 Papajudgy
Was dominant on debut and tired in a much tougher spot in his return; has speed and should be able to adapt to grass.


Race Summary
Royal Leige will track a fast pace from the inside and can make a strong late run.


Indiana Grand - Race #8


Picks
Notes


#3 Sandy's Newsgirl
Was pulled up as the heavy favorite last time but had won a state-bred stakes race one race earlier. Is troublesome on the front end and will be the one to catch.


#1 Betcha
Was second in her two this year, both under these conditions here; can save ground and could be very difficult to beat.


#9 First Squadron
Was second going long and turns back to a sprint; has the speed to get a good position from the outside and could make them pay for a fast pace.


Race Summary
Sandy's Newsgirl didn't make the course last time but was a romping stakes winner and Glyshaw would not have her back in if she wasn't ready to return. Worked a good half-mile for this and is the one to beat.

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MLB public line movement for August 3
Patrick Everson

Gerrit Cole leads the Yankees in a Monday night game against the Phillies, who haven't played in a week due to COVID concerns. New York is a heavy -350 favorite at Caesars sportsbooks.

MLB betting odds are on the board and seeing some early action for the Monday slate. The Phillies finally return to the field, though as big road underdogs to the Yankees. There’s also an NL West battle between the Dodgers and the Padres, and it’s a Jacob deGrom Day.

Multiple oddsmakers provided insights on MLB opening lines and early line movement, sharp money and public betting for Sunday’s contests. Covers will update this action report with MLB sharp picks vs. public bets and line movement throughout the day.

MLB line movement

Caesars sportsbooks opened the Yankees hefty -350 favorites with Gerrit Cole on the mound. The Phillies, off for a week due to COVID concerns, are +300 pups with Jake Arrieta starting. Those prices held steady Sunday night for a 7:05 p.m. ET first pitch.

Walker Buehler and the Dodgers opened -130 at Caesars, with the Padres a +120 underdog behind Chris Paddack. By late Sunday night, there was already a modest move toward visiting Los Angeles, with the line at -134/+124 for a 9:10 p.m. ET clash.

And the Mets, with deGrom taking the ball, opened -120 favorites on the road against the Braves (+110). There was no line movement Sunday night for the 7:10 p.m. ET meeting.

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951CLEVELAND -952 CINCINNATI
CLEVELAND is 2-10 SU (-9.8 Units) in road games vs. a team with a terrible bullpen whose ERA is 5.20 or worse over the last 2 seasons.

957NY METS -958 ATLANTA
ATLANTA is 43-34 SU (5.6 Units) in home games against division opponents in the last 3 seasons.

959PITTSBURGH -960 MINNESOTA
PITTSBURGH is 10-24 SU (-16.4 Units) as an underdog of +175 to +250 in the last 3 seasons.

961CHI WHITE SOX -962 MILWAUKEE
CHI WHITE SOX is 24-7 SU (16.3 Units) in road games in August games in the last 3 seasons.

963KANSAS CITY -964 CHICAGO CUBS
CHICAGO CUBS are 42-38 SU (14.3 Units) in home games vs. an overused bullpen that pitches more than 3.2 innings per game over the last 2 seasons.

965SAN FRANCISCO -966 COLORADO
SAN FRANCISCO is 25-10 SU (13.3 Units) in road games vs. teams outscoring opp by 0.5 or more runs/game on the season over the last 2 seasons.

967OAKLAND -968 SEATTLE
OAKLAND is 94-70 SU (17 Units) in the second half of the season in the last 3 seasons.

969LA DODGERS -970 SAN DIEGO
SAN DIEGO is 23-42 SU (-23.2 Units) after having won 4 or 5 of their last 6 games in the last 3 seasons.

971PHILADELPHIA -972 NY YANKEES
PHILADELPHIA is 16-30 SU (-17 Units) in road games after 3 consecutive game versus a division rival in the last 3 seasons.

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MLB
Dunkel

Monday, August 3

Cleveland @ Cincinnati

Game 951-952
August 3, 2020 @ 6:40 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Cleveland
(Plesac) 14.430
Cincinnati
(Gray) 15.416
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Cincinnati
by 1
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Cincinnati
-125
8 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Cincinnati
(-125); Under

Philadelphia @ NY Yankees

Game 971-972
August 3, 2020 @ 7:05 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Philadelphia
(Arrieta) 14.613
NY Yankees
(Cole) 18.283
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
NY Yankees
by 3 1/2
8
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
NY Yankees
-330
9
Dunkel Pick:
NY Yankees
(-330); Under

NY Mets @ Atlanta

Game 957-958
August 3, 2020 @ 7:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
NY Mets
(deGrom) 13.697
Atlanta
(Soroka) 18.189
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Atlanta
by 4 1/2
9
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
NY Mets
-125
7 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Atlanta
(+105); Over

Pittsburgh @ Minnesota

Game 959-960
August 3, 2020 @ 8:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Pittsburgh
(Holland) 13.921
Minnesota
(Thorpe) 17.179
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Minnesota
by 3
11
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Minnesota
-235
9 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Minnesota
(-235); Over

Chicago White Sox @ Milwaukee

Game 961-962
August 3, 2020 @ 8:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Chicago White Sox
(Rodon) 00.000
Milwaukee
(TBD) 00.000
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Chicago White Sox

Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Chicago White Sox

Dunkel Pick:
Chicago White Sox
N/A

Kansas City @ Chicago Cubs

Game 963-964
August 3, 2020 @ 8:15 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Kansas City
(Duffy) 12.709
Chicago Cubs
(Mills) 15.864
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Chicago Cubs
by 3
9
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Chicago Cubs
-155
No Total
Dunkel Pick:
Chicago Cubs
(-155); N/A

San Francisco @ Colorado

Game 965-966
August 3, 2020 @ 8:40 pm

Dunkel Rating:
San Francisco
(Cueto) 18.106
Colorado
(Gonzalez) 16.995
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
San Francisco
by 1
11
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Colorado
-140
13
Dunkel Pick:
San Francisco
(+120); Under

Oakland @ Seattle

Game 967-968
August 3, 2020 @ 9:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Oakland
(Montas) 15.764
Seattle
(Sheffield) 14.619
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Oakland
by 1
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Oakland
-175
9
Dunkel Pick:
Oakland
(-175); Under

LA Dodgers @ San Diego

Game 969-970
August 3, 2020 @ 9:10 pm

Dunkel Rating:
LA Dodgers
(Buehler) 17.109
San Diego
(Paddack) 18.055
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
San Diego
by 1
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
LA Dodgers
-135
7 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
San Diego
(+115); Under

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MLB

Monday, August 3

National League
New York @ Atlanta
Mets (3-7):
deGrom is 0-0, 1.64 in two starts this year; he is 7-7, 1.90 in 22 starts vs Atlanta, 3-2, 2.53 in seven starts here.
Teams’ record in his starts: 1-1 Team in first 5 innings: 1-0
Allowed run in first inning: 0-2 Totals: 0-0-2

— Mets lost heir last five games.
— Under is 3-1 in their last four road games.

Braves (7-3):
Soroka is 0-0, 1.59 in two starts this year; he is 4-0, 2.27 in six starts against the Mets.
Teams’ record in his starts: 1-1 Team in first 5 innings: 1-0-1
Allowed run in first inning: 0-2 Totals: 1-1

— Braves won seven of their last ninegames; they’re 5-0 at home.
— Under is 4-2 in their last six games.

San Francisco @ Colorado
Giants (5-5):
Cueto is 0-0, 5.87 in two starts this year; he is 9-3, 2.67 in 16 starts vs Colorado, 5-2, 3.26 in eight starts here.
Teams’ record in his starts: 1-1 Team in first 5 innings: 0-1-1
Allowed run in first inning: 0-2 Totals: over 2-0

— Giants split their first ten games (2-2 on road).
— Over is 5-0 in last five Giant games.

Rockies (6-2)
Gonzalez is making his first ’20 start; he is 6-14, 4.87 in 31 MLB games (25 starts), 2-6, 5.29 in 14 games (12 starts) LY. He is 0-2, 4.50 in two starts vs SF.
Teams’ record in his starts: 0-0 Team in first 5 innings: 0-0
Allowed run in first inning: 0-0 Totals: 0-0

— Colorado won six of its last seven games.
— Under is 5-3 in Colorado games.

Los Angeles @ San Diego
Dodgers (7-3):
Buehler allowed two runs in 3.2 IP (56 PT) in his first ’20 start; he is 4-0, 0.64 in four starts vs San Diego.
Teams’ record in his starts: 1-0 Team in first 5 innings: 1-0
Allowed run in first inning: 0-1 Totals: under 1-0

— Dodgers won five of their last six games.
— Six of last seven Dodger games stayed under the total.

Padres (6-4):
Paddack is 1-0, 1.64 in two starts this year, 0-1, 5.65 in three starts vs LA.
Teams’ record in his starts: 1-1 Team in first 5 innings: 2-0
Allowed run in first inning: 0-2 Totals: over 2-0

— Padres are 6-4 this year, 3-1 at home.
— Four of last five San Diego games went over.

American League
Oakland @ Seattle
A’s (5-4):
Montas is 0-1, 3.00 in two starts this year, 1-1, 4.41 in five games (2 starts) vs Seattle.
Teams’ record in his starts: 1-1 Team in first 5 innings: 1-1
Allowed run in first inning: 0-2 Totals: 1-1

— Oakland is 5-4, but scored total of 16 runs in their last six games.
— A’s are 10-56 with RISP so far this season.

Mariners (4-6):
Sheffield allowed allowed four runs in three IP (67 PT) in his first ’20 start. He is 0-2, 6.26 in 12 career games (8 starts), allowing one run in five IP in his only start vs Oakland.
Teams’ record in his starts: 0-1 Team in first 5 innings: 0-1
Allowed run in first inning: 0-1 Totals: over 1-0

— Mariners are 4-6 this season, 1-2 at home.
— Under is 3-0 in Seattle home games .

Interleague
Cleveland @ Cincinnati
Indians (5-5):
Plesac threw eight shutout innings (98 PT) in his first ’20 start.
Teams’ record in his starts: 0-1 Team in first 5 innings: 0-0-1
Allowed run in first inning: 0-1 Totals: under 1-0

— Cleveland lost four of its last five games, scoring total of four runs.
— Under is 9-1 in Indian games.

Reds (4-5):
Gray is 2-0, 0.71 in two starts this year, 4-3, 3.33 in nine starts vs Cleveland.
Teams’ record in his starts: 2-0 Team in first 5 innings: 2-0
Allowed run in first inning: 0-2 Totals: over 1-0-1

— Reds won three of last four games; they swept a DH Sunday, with bullpen throwing only two innings.
— Under is 4-2-3 in Cincinnati games.

Philadelphia @ New York
Phillies (1-2):
Arrieta is making his first ’20 start; he is 3-2, 3.98 in nine games (8 starts) vs New York.
Teams’ record in his starts: 0-0 Team in first 5 innings: 0-0
Allowed run in first inning: 0-0 Totals: 0-0

— Phillies haven’t played in a week; they lost two of three at home to MIami.

Bronx (7-1):
Cole is 2-0, 3.0 in two starts this year, is 4-3, 3.38 in seven starts vs Philly.
Teams’ record in his starts: 2-0 Team in first 5 innings: 2-0
Allowed run in first inning: 2-2 Totals: 1-0-1

— Bronx won its last six games; Judge has six homers in his last five games.

Chicago @ Milwaukee
White Sox (5-4):
Rodon allowed five runs in 3.2 IP (71 PT) in his first ’20 start.
Teams’ record in his starts: 0-1 Team in first 5 innings: 0-1
Allowed run in first inning: 1-1 Totals: under 1-0

— White Sox won their last three games.
— Over is 5-4 in Chicago games.

Brewers (3-3):
Houser allowed one run in five IP (68 PT) in his first ’20 start.
Teams’ record in his starts: 1-0 Team in first 5 innings: 0-1
Allowed run in first inning: 0-1 Totals: over 1-0

— Milwaukee hasn’t played since Wednesday; they split six road games.

Pittsburgh @ Minnesota
Pirates (2-7):
Holland allowed two runs in 5.2 IP (90 PT) in his first ’20 start; he is 3-7, 5.56 in 14 games (13 starts) vs Minnesota.
Teams’ record in his starts: 1-0 Team in first 5 innings: 1-0
Allowed run in first inning: 0-1 Totals: over 1-0

— Pirates lost seven of their first nine games.
— Under is 3-0-1 in last four Pittsburgh games.

Twins (7-2):
Bailey allowed two runs in five IP (80 PT) in his first ’20 start; he is 10-8, 3.74 in 24 career starts vs Pittsburgh.
Teams’ record in his starts: 1-0 Team in first 5 innings: 1-0
Allowed run in first inning: 0-1 Totals: under 1-0

— Minnesota won seven of its first nine games.
— Under is 6-0 in Minnesota home games.

Royals @ Cubs
Royals (3-7):
Duffy allowed four runs in five IP (75 PT) in his first ’20 start; he allowed two runs in seven IP in his one start against the Cubs.
Teams’ record in his starts: 0-1 Team in first 5 innings: 0-0-1
Allowed run in first inning: 0-1 Totals: under 1-0

— Royals lost five of their last six games.
— Under is 5-2 in Kansas City road games.

Cubs (7-2):
Mills allowed two runs in six IP (77 PT) in his first ’20 start.
Teams’ record in his starts: 1-0 Team in first 5 innings: 1-0
Allowed run in first inning: 0-1 Totals: over 1-0

— Cubs won seven of their first nine games.
— Five of their last eight games went over.

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MLB

Monday, August 3

Trend Report

Cleveland @ Cincinnati
Cleveland
Cleveland is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Cincinnati
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Cleveland's last 5 games
Cincinnati
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Cincinnati's last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Cincinnati's last 5 games at home

Philadelphia @ NY Yankees
Philadelphia
Philadelphia is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against NY Yankees
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Philadelphia's last 7 games when playing on the road against NY Yankees
NY Yankees
NY Yankees is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games
NY Yankees is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games

NY Mets @ Atlanta
NY Mets
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of NY Mets's last 5 games on the road
NY Mets is 14-5 ATS in its last 19 games on the road
Atlanta
Atlanta is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing NY Mets
Atlanta is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games

NY Yankees @ Baltimore
NY Yankees
NY Yankees is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games
NY Yankees is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Baltimore
Baltimore
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Baltimore's last 5 games when playing NY Yankees
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Baltimore's last 5 games when playing at home against NY Yankees

Chi White Sox @ Milwaukee
Chi White Sox
Chi White Sox is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Milwaukee
Chi White Sox is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Milwaukee
Milwaukee
Milwaukee is 9-1 SU in its last 10 games at home
Milwaukee is 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games at home

Pittsburgh @ Minnesota
Pittsburgh
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 6 games when playing Minnesota
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Pittsburgh's last 8 games when playing on the road against Minnesota
Minnesota
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Minnesota's last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Minnesota's last 5 games at home

Kansas City @ Chi Cubs
Kansas City
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Kansas City's last 5 games when playing Chi Cubs
Kansas City is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games on the road
Chi Cubs
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Chi Cubs's last 5 games when playing Kansas City
Chi Cubs is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games

San Francisco @ Colorado
San Francisco
The total has gone OVER in 5 of San Francisco's last 5 games
San Francisco is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games when playing on the road against Colorado
Colorado
Colorado is 10-1 ATS in its last 11 games
Colorado is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games

LA Dodgers @ San Diego
LA Dodgers
LA Dodgers is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against San Diego
LA Dodgers is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing San Diego
San Diego
The total has gone OVER in 4 of San Diego's last 5 games
San Diego is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games at home

Oakland @ Seattle
Oakland
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Oakland's last 5 games when playing on the road against Seattle
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Oakland's last 5 games when playing Seattle
Seattle
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Seattle's last 5 games at home
Seattle is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Oakland

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MLB
Long Sheet

Monday, August 3

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CLEVELAND (5 - 5) at CINCINNATI (4 - 5) - 6:40 PM
ZACH PLESAC (R) vs. SONNY GRAY (R)
Top Trends for this game.
CLEVELAND is 189-148 (-33.5 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 3 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 215-222 (-57.2 Units) against the money line in an inter-league game since 1997.
CLEVELAND is 116-95 (-29.9 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 3 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 132-104 (-24.9 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 3 seasons.
CLEVELAND is 118-87 (+43.3 Units) against the money line in road games when playing on Monday since 1997.
CINCINNATI is 160-221 (-58.9 Units) against the money line in an inter-league game since 1997.
CINCINNATI is 31-45 (-18.8 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 2 seasons.
GRAY is 23-37 (-22.0 Units) against the money line when the total is 8 to 8.5 since 1997. (Team's Record)
GRAY is 57-63 (-26.1 Units) against the money line in night games since 1997. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

ZACH PLESAC vs. CINCINNATI since 1997
PLESAC is 0-1 when starting against CINCINNATI with an ERA of 6.75 and a WHIP of 1.313.
His team's record is 0-1 (-1.5 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-0. (+1.0 units)

SONNY GRAY vs. CLEVELAND since 1997
GRAY is 4-4 when starting against CLEVELAND with an ERA of 3.61 and a WHIP of 1.186.
His team's record is 5-5 (+0.1 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 7-2. (+4.8 units)

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NY METS (3 - 7) at ATLANTA (7 - 3) - 7:10 PM
JACOB DEGROM (R) vs. MIKE SOROKA (R)
Top Trends for this game.
NY METS are 13-27 (-16.2 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 3 seasons.
DEGROM is 15-19 (-15.8 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
DEGROM is 11-17 (-16.8 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
DEGROM is 5-10 (-12.3 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
DEGROM is 0-7 (-9.0 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
DEGROM is 3-13 (-17.8 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
ATLANTA is 106-71 (+20.0 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
ATLANTA is 100-57 (+38.6 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 3 seasons.
ATLANTA is 150-103 (+39.6 Units) against the money line against right-handed starters over the last 3 seasons.
ATLANTA is 66-39 (+17.3 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 2 seasons.
NY METS are 475-498 (+30.7 Units) against the money line in road games after a loss since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
ATLANTA is 5-1 (+4.0 Units) against NY METS this season
4 of 6 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+1.9 Units)

JACOB DEGROM vs. ATLANTA since 1997
DEGROM is 7-7 when starting against ATLANTA with an ERA of 1.90 and a WHIP of 0.970.
His team's record is 9-13 (-9.8 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 14-8. (+5.5 units)

MIKE SOROKA vs. NY METS since 1997
SOROKA is 4-0 when starting against NY METS with an ERA of 2.27 and a WHIP of 0.981.
His team's record is 4-2 (+3.0 units) in these starts. The OVER is 3-3. (-0.4 units)

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PITTSBURGH (2 - 7) at MINNESOTA (7 - 2) - 8:10 PM
DEREK HOLLAND (L) vs. LEWIS THORPE (L)
Top Trends for this game.
PITTSBURGH is 9-29 (-17.8 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive losses over the last 2 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 31-64 (-22.7 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 108-66 (+24.2 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
MINNESOTA is 72-41 (+20.3 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
PITTSBURGH is 8-2 (+8.8 Units) against the money line in road games in an inter-league game over the last 2 seasons.
HOLLAND is 66-57 (+18.7 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997. (Team's Record)

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

DEREK HOLLAND vs. MINNESOTA since 1997
HOLLAND is 3-7 when starting against MINNESOTA with an ERA of 5.19 and a WHIP of 1.493.
His team's record is 5-8 (-3.5 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 5-8. (-3.8 units)

LEWIS THORPE vs. PITTSBURGH since 1997
No recent starts.

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CHI WHITE SOX (5 - 4) at MILWAUKEE (3 - 3) - 8:10 PM
CARLOS RODON (L) vs. BRETT ANDERSON (L)
There are no Top Trends with records of significance that apply to this game.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

CARLOS RODON vs. MILWAUKEE since 1997
No recent starts.

BRETT ANDERSON vs. CHI WHITE SOX since 1997
ANDERSON is 1-1 when starting against CHI WHITE SOX with an ERA of 4.21 and a WHIP of 1.458.
His team's record is 3-3 (-0.9 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 3-2. (+0.7 units)

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KANSAS CITY (3 - 7) at CHICAGO CUBS (7 - 2) - 8:15 PM
DANNY DUFFY (L) vs. ALEC MILLS (R)
Top Trends for this game.
KANSAS CITY is 47-122 (-38.4 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
CHICAGO CUBS are 1881-1912 (-274.8 Units) against the money line in all games since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 413-341 (-88.6 Units) against the money line as a home favorite of -125 to -175 since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 1013-886 (-147.6 Units) against the money line in home games since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 173-177 (-44.2 Units) against the money line in home games in August games since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 924-954 (-204.9 Units) against the money line after a win since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 237-230 (-56.4 Units) against the money line after 3 or more consecutive wins since 1997.
CHICAGO CUBS are 912-830 (-154.2 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a losing record since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

DANNY DUFFY vs. CHICAGO CUBS since 1997
DUFFY is 0-0 when starting against CHICAGO CUBS with an ERA of 2.57 and a WHIP of 1.429.
His team's record is 1-0 (+1.0 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 1-0. (+1.0 units)

ALEC MILLS vs. KANSAS CITY since 1997
No recent starts.

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SAN FRANCISCO (5 - 5) at COLORADO (6 - 2) - 8:40 PM
JOHNNY CUETO (R) vs. CHI CHI GONZALEZ (R)
Top Trends for this game.
COLORADO is 93-75 (+25.8 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 3 seasons.
SAN FRANCISCO is 82-90 (+10.9 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN FRANCISCO is 44-41 (+23.1 Units) against the money line in road games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN FRANCISCO is 223-174 (+42.4 Units) against the money line when playing on Monday since 1997.
SAN FRANCISCO is 41-42 (+13.8 Units) against the money line against division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
SAN FRANCISCO is 56-52 (+16.9 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN FRANCISCO is 31-26 (+15.6 Units) against the money line in road games against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
SAN FRANCISCO is 46-42 (+15.2 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

JOHNNY CUETO vs. COLORADO since 1997
CUETO is 9-3 when starting against COLORADO with an ERA of 2.67 and a WHIP of 1.223.
His team's record is 12-4 (+8.1 units) in these starts. The OVER is 7-8. (-1.2 units)

CHI CHI GONZALEZ vs. SAN FRANCISCO since 1997
GONZALEZ is 0-2 when starting against SAN FRANCISCO with an ERA of 4.50 and a WHIP of 1.800.
His team's record is 0-2 (-2.4 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 2-0. (+2.0 units)

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OAKLAND (5 - 4) at SEATTLE (4 - 6) - 9:10 PM
FRANKIE MONTAS (R) vs. JUSTUS SHEFFIELD (L)
Top Trends for this game.
OAKLAND is 101-69 (+20.4 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
OAKLAND is 199-111 (+40.8 Units) against the money line as a road favorite of -125 to -175 since 1997.
OAKLAND is 93-71 (+28.3 Units) against the money line in road games over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 37-18 (+18.4 Units) against the money line in August games over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 124-87 (+34.9 Units) against the money line in night games over the last 3 seasons.
OAKLAND is 36-13 (+21.1 Units) against the money line against left-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
MONTAS is 13-3 (+10.6 Units) against the money line after a win over the last 2 seasons. (Team's Record)
SEATTLE is 979-899 (-126.1 Units) against the money line in home games since 1997.
SEATTLE is 681-637 (-112.3 Units) against the money line in home games in night games since 1997.
SEATTLE is 18-59 (-32.9 Units) against the money line when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
OAKLAND is 2-1 (+0.2 Units) against SEATTLE this season
3 of 3 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL this season . (Under=+3.0 Units)

FRANKIE MONTAS vs. SEATTLE since 1997
MONTAS is 1-1 when starting against SEATTLE with an ERA of 4.50 and a WHIP of 1.417.
His team's record is 1-1 (-0.5 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-1. (-0.1 units)

JUSTUS SHEFFIELD vs. OAKLAND since 1997
SHEFFIELD is 0-0 when starting against OAKLAND with an ERA of 1.80 and a WHIP of 1.800.
His team's record is 1-0 (+1.9 units) in these starts. The OVER is 0-1. (-1.1 units)

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LA DODGERS (7 - 3) at SAN DIEGO (6 - 4) - 9:10 PM
WALKER BUEHLER (R) vs. CHRIS PADDACK (R)
Top Trends for this game.
LA DODGERS are 992-839 (-92.5 Units) against the money line in night games since 1997.
SAN DIEGO is 76-96 (-24.8 Units) against the money line in all games over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 69-95 (-34.1 Units) against the money line in home games over the last 3 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 32-51 (-23.5 Units) against the money line at home when the total is 8 to 8.5 over the last 3 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 45-72 (-32.4 Units) against the money line in home games in night games over the last 3 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 26-38 (-21.3 Units) against the money line in home games against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
SAN DIEGO is 39-55 (-18.4 Units) against the money line after a loss over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

WALKER BUEHLER vs. SAN DIEGO since 1997
BUEHLER is 4-0 when starting against SAN DIEGO with an ERA of 0.64 and a WHIP of 0.643.
His team's record is 4-0 (+4.0 units) in these starts. The OVER is 1-3. (-2.3 units)

CHRIS PADDACK vs. LA DODGERS since 1997
PADDACK is 0-1 when starting against LA DODGERS with an ERA of 5.65 and a WHIP of 1.185.
His team's record is 1-2 (-0.5 units) in these starts. The OVER is 2-1. (+0.8 units)

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PHILADELPHIA (1 - 2) at NY YANKEES (7 - 1) - 7:05 PM
JAKE ARRIETA (R) vs. GERRIT COLE (R)
Top Trends for this game.
NY YANKEES are 46-14 (+20.8 Units) against the money line in home games against right-handed starters over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 419-482 (+41.6 Units) against the money line in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1997.

Head-to-Head Series History
There were no past matchups in this series during this time period.

JAKE ARRIETA vs. NY YANKEES since 1997
ARRIETA is 3-2 when starting against NY YANKEES with an ERA of 3.67 and a WHIP of 1.286.
His team's record is 3-5 (+1.5 units) in these starts. The OVER is 2-6. (-4.3 units)

GERRIT COLE vs. PHILADELPHIA since 1997
COLE is 4-3 when starting against PHILADELPHIA with an ERA of 3.38 and a WHIP of 1.259.
His team's record is 4-3 (-1.3 units) in these starts. The UNDER is 4-3. (+0.5 units)

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MLB picks and predictions for August 3
Rohit Ponnaiya

The Dodgers are 5-0 in their last five vs the Padres in San Diego, and lit Chris Paddack for 12 runs (nine earned) and four homers through 14 1/3 innings across three contests last year.

A new week of MLB betting begins on Monday headlined by a west coast battle between the NL World Series favorite Los Angeles Dodgers and the up-and-coming San Diego Padres.

We break down the baseball odds for this game and more as we bring you our best free MLB picks and predictions for August 3.

Cleveland Indians vs Cincinnati Reds

The first game of the day is an interleague matchup between Cincinnati and Cleveland. The Tribe haven't been able to hit the broad side of a barn this season, batting .206 and averaging the second-fewest runs per game in the majors at 2.78.

Thankfully for Cleveland fans they have Zach Plesac on the mound. Plesac had a solid rookie season in 2019 pitching to a 3.81 ERA and he started the year off throwing eight innings of shutout ball against the Chicago White Sox.

The Reds will hand the ball to Sonny Gray who had a breakthrough year last season going 11-8 with a 2.87 ERA and a BAA of .196. He's off to a sizzling start this year as well, allowing just four hits and one earned run while striking out 20 batters across 12 2-3 innings. Back the Under.

PREDICTION: Under 8.5 (-120)


Oakland Athletics vs Seattle Mariners

Although the A's have struggled at the plate this season, they have more than enough talent in their lineup to snap out of it. At least on paper, the likes of Matt Chapman, Marcus Semien and Matt Olson are far superior to Seattle's lineup.

Oakland's sluggers should have an easier time against Mariners starter Justus Sheffield. He pitched to a 5.50 ERA across 36 innings last year, and give up four earned runs through three innings in his first start this year.

Frankie Montas will take the hill for the A's. Although Montas hasn't been quite as sharp this year as he was last season when he went 9-2 with a 2.63 ERA, he's still a much better option than Sheffield. Take Oakland on the run line.

PREDICTION: Run line Oakland A's (-115)


Los Angeles Dodgers vs San Diego Padres

Both the Dodgers and Padres have aces on the mound for this contest between two NL West squads that are off to strong starts this season.

LA's Walker Buehler was limited to 56 pitches in his first start of this season he should be able to increase his workload on Monday. Buehler went 14-4 with a 3.26 ERA in 2019, and dominated the Padres going 2-0 against them while allowing just one run and striking out 26 batters in 15 innings.

Chris Paddack had an impressive rookie season last year but he roughed up in two of three starts vs. the Dodgers. Paddack allowed 12 runs (nine earned) and four homers through 14 1/3 innings across all three contests versus LA. With the Dodgers 5-0 against the Padres in the last five meetings in San Diego, back them on the first five innings run line.

PREDICTION: First Five Innings Dodgers -0.5 (-110)

Yesterday's MLB record: 1-2
Season MLB betting record: 17-12, +3.55 units

MLB betting card for August 3

Indians vs Reds Under 8.5 (-120)
Runline Oakland A's -1.5 (-115)
First Five Innings Dodgers -0.5 (-110)

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NBA line movement for August 3
Patrick Everson

Anthony Davis and the Lakers, coming off a loss to the Raptors, look to rebound Monday night against the Jazz. Caesars sportsbooks opened Los Angeles -5.5 and moved to -6 late Sunday night.

NBA betting odds are up and seeing activity for Monday’s games inside the NBA Bubble. Among the highlights on the slate is LeBron James and the Lakers playing their third game since the restart, squaring off against the Jazz.

Caesars sportsbooks provided insights on NBA opening lines and early line movement, sharp money and public betting for Monday’s matchups. Covers will update this action report with NBA sharp picks vs. public bets and line movement throughout the day.

NBA line movement

The Lakers are coming off a 107-92 loss to defending NBA champion Toronto on Saturday. Caesars books opened Los Angeles a 5.5-point favorite against the Jazz, and the first move late Sunday night was to Lakers -6 for Monday’s 9 p.m. ET bubble nightcap.

Both the Grizzlies and Pelicans are battling for the eighth and final playoff spot in the West. Memphis is in at eighth place right now, while Zion Williamson and New Orleans are 3.5 games back in 11th. The Grizzlies opened -3.5 and ticked up to -4 Sunday night for a 6:30 p.m. ET matchup.

And in the East, the aforementioned Raptors face the Heat in a 1:30 p.m. ET tip, the first game of the day. Caesars held off on posting that line Sunday night. Check back for an update today.

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739TORONTO -740 MIAMI
MIAMI is 17-34 ATS (-20.4 Units) after a win by 10 points or more in the last 3 seasons.

741INDIANA -742 WASHINGTON
WASHINGTON is 11-24 ATS (-15.4 Units) in road games when playing only their 2nd game in 5 days in the last 3 seasons.

743DENVER -744 OKLAHOMA CITY
OKLAHOMA CITY is 10-0 ATS (10 Units) in road games after having won 4 of their last 5 games in the current season.

745MEMPHIS -746 NEW ORLEANS
NEW ORLEANS are 7-0 ATS (7 Units) in road games versus poor foul drawing teams - attempting <=24 free throws/game - 2nd half of the season in the current season.

747SAN ANTONIO -748 PHILADELPHIA
SAN ANTONIO is 18-3 ATS (14.7 Units) revenging a road loss vs opponent of 10 points or more over the last 2 seasons.

749LA LAKERS -750 UTAH
UTAH is 8-0 ATS (8 Units) in road games after failing to cover 5 or 6 of their last 7 against the spread over the last 2 seasons.

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NBA
Dunkel

Monday, August 3

Toronto @ Miami

Game 739-740
August 3, 2020 @ 1:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Toronto
124.617
Miami
118.197
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Toronto
by 6 1/2
216
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Toronto
by 2 1/2
No Total
Dunkel Pick:
Toronto
(-2 1/2); N/A

Indiana @ Washington

Game 741-742
August 3, 2020 @ 4:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Indiana
120.611
Washington
110.710
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Indiana
by 10
230
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Indiana
by 6 1/2
227 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Indiana
(-6 1/2); Over

Denver @ Oklahoma City

Game 743-744
August 3, 2020 @ 4:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Denver
118.901
Oklahoma City
116.703
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Denver
by 2
220
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Oklahoma City
by 4 1/2
216 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Denver
(+4 1/2); Over

Memphis @ New Orleans

Game 745-746
August 3, 2020 @ 6:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Memphis
118.324
New Orleans
117.655
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Memphis
by 1
227
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
New Orleans
by 4
239
Dunkel Pick:
Memphis
(+4); Under

San Antonio @ Philadelphia

Game 747-748
August 3, 2020 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
San Antonio
112.233
Philadelphia
123.236
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Philadelphia
by 11
233
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Philadelphia
by 7
229
Dunkel Pick:
Philadelphia
(-7); Over

LA Lakers @ Utah

Game 749-750
August 3, 2020 @ 9:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
LA Lakers
124.272
Utah
115.783
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
LA Lakers
by 8 1/2
212
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
LA Lakers
by 6
219
Dunkel Pick:
LA Lakers
(-6); Under

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NBA

Monday, August 3

Trend Report

Toronto @ Miami
Toronto
Toronto is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Toronto's last 8 games when playing Miami
Miami
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Miami's last 8 games when playing Toronto
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Miami's last 8 games at home

Denver @ Oklahoma City
Denver
Denver is 10-1 ATS in its last 11 games when playing Oklahoma City
Denver is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City is 9-2 SU in its last 11 games
Oklahoma City is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home

Indiana @ Washington
Indiana
The total has gone OVER in 6 of Indiana's last 7 games
Indiana is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Washington
Washington
The total has gone OVER in 7 of Washington's last 10 games when playing at home against Indiana
Washington is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Indiana

Memphis @ New Orleans
Memphis
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Memphis's last 9 games
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Memphis's last 7 games on the road
New Orleans
New Orleans is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Memphis
New Orleans is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Memphis

San Antonio @ Philadelphia
San Antonio
San Antonio is 13-4 SU in its last 17 games when playing Philadelphia
The total has gone UNDER in 12 of San Antonio's last 16 games when playing Philadelphia
Philadelphia
Philadelphia is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games at home
Philadelphia is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home

LA Lakers @ Utah
LA Lakers
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of LA Lakers's last 5 games
LA Lakers is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games when playing Utah
Utah
Utah is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games when playing at home against LA Lakers
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Utah's last 6 games

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NBA
Long Sheet

Monday, August 3

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TORONTO (47 - 18) vs. MIAMI (42 - 24) - 8/3/2020, 1:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TORONTO is 224-274 ATS (-77.4 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record - 2nd half of the season since 1996.
MIAMI is 17-34 ATS (-20.4 Units) after a win by 10 points or more over the last 3 seasons.
MIAMI is 4-13 ATS (-10.3 Units) in road games after scoring 115 points or more this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
MIAMI is 6-2 against the spread versus TORONTO over the last 3 seasons
TORONTO is 5-4 straight up against MIAMI over the last 3 seasons
7 of 9 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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INDIANA (40 - 26) vs. WASHINGTON (24 - 42) - 8/3/2020, 4:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
WASHINGTON is 19-5 ATS (+13.5 Units) when playing on back-to-back days over the last 2 seasons.
INDIANA is 73-54 ATS (+13.6 Units) as a favorite over the last 3 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 3-13 ATS (-11.3 Units) in road games against Central division opponents over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 16-32 ATS (-19.2 Units) in road games after allowing 115 points or more over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 18-37 ATS (-22.7 Units) in road games versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game over the last 2 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 7-15 ATS (-9.5 Units) in road games versus good offensive teams - scoring 106+ points/game this season.
WASHINGTON is 21-39 ATS (-21.9 Units) in road games versus good offensive teams - scoring 106+ points/game - 2nd half of the season since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
INDIANA is 5-3 against the spread versus WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
INDIANA is 5-3 straight up against WASHINGTON over the last 3 seasons
5 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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DENVER (43 - 23) vs. OKLAHOMA CITY (41 - 24) - 8/3/2020, 4:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DENVER is 11-22 ATS (-13.2 Units) in road games after a non-conference game over the last 2 seasons.
OKLAHOMA CITY is 40-24 ATS (+13.6 Units) in all games this season.
OKLAHOMA CITY is 12-3 ATS (+8.7 Units) after a win by 10 points or more this season.
OKLAHOMA CITY is 30-18 ATS (+10.2 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game this season.
OKLAHOMA CITY is 31-22 ATS (+6.8 Units) versus good offensive teams - scoring 106+ points/game this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
DENVER is 9-1 against the spread versus OKLAHOMA CITY over the last 3 seasons
DENVER is 8-2 straight up against OKLAHOMA CITY over the last 3 seasons
6 of 10 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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MEMPHIS (32 - 35) vs. NEW ORLEANS (28 - 38) - 8/3/2020, 6:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NEW ORLEANS is 17-6 ATS (+10.4 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record - 2nd half of the season over the last 3 seasons.
NEW ORLEANS is 19-8 ATS (+10.2 Units) in road games versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game - 2nd half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
MEMPHIS is 31-22 ATS (+6.8 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
NEW ORLEANS is 5-5 against the spread versus MEMPHIS over the last 3 seasons
NEW ORLEANS is 6-4 straight up against MEMPHIS over the last 3 seasons
7 of 10 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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SAN ANTONIO (29 - 36) vs. PHILADELPHIA (39 - 27) - 8/3/2020, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
SAN ANTONIO is 26-37 ATS (-14.7 Units) in all games this season.
SAN ANTONIO is 375-315 ATS (+28.5 Units) in non-conference games since 1996.
SAN ANTONIO is 47-22 ATS (+22.8 Units) revenging a loss vs opponent over the last 2 seasons.
PHILADELPHIA is 4-12 ATS (-9.2 Units) in road games after scoring 115 points or more this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 7-18 ATS (-12.8 Units) in road games versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in road games versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game - 2nd half of the season this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 7-18 ATS (-12.8 Units) in road games versus good offensive teams - scoring 106+ points/game this season.
PHILADELPHIA is 2-10 ATS (-9.0 Units) in road games versus good offensive teams - scoring 106+ points/game - 2nd half of the season this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
PHILADELPHIA is 3-2 against the spread versus SAN ANTONIO over the last 3 seasons
PHILADELPHIA is 4-1 straight up against SAN ANTONIO over the last 3 seasons
2 of 4 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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LA LAKERS (50 - 15) vs. UTAH (42 - 24) - 8/3/2020, 9:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
UTAH is 93-72 ATS (+13.8 Units) versus poor defensive teams - allowing 106+ points/game over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
LA LAKERS is 6-3 against the spread versus UTAH over the last 3 seasons
UTAH is 5-4 straight up against LA LAKERS over the last 3 seasons
5 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons

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NBA picks and predictions for August 3
Covers Staff

Expect Joel Embiid and the Sixers to slow down the tempo on Monday and use their size advantage against a smaller San Antonio lineup.

The second week of NBA betting inside the bubble begins with a six-game slate to choose from.

Game times run from 1:30 p.m. ET to 9 p.m. ET on the NBA odds board, as teams fight for playoff position - or their postseason lives - in the remaining seeding schedule.

We get you pointed in the right direction, with today’s favorite NBA free picks and predictions for August 3.

San Antonio Spurs vs Philadelphia 76ers

Don’t ever underestimate Gregg Popovich. He’s got San Antonio on the cusp of a playoff berth – or at least a play-in series – after retooling his lineup to run smaller and faster. The Spurs have upped the tempo with a four-guard set, ramping their pace from 100.6 before the shutdown to 106.2 in their two bubble games.

That tempo could be hard to replicate on Monday, however, as San Antonio is playing back-to-back games and faces a much bigger Philadelphia lineup. The 76ers fell in their restart opener, blowing a late 10-point lead, and will look to slow down the pace of this game and exploit San Antonio’s lack of frontcourt beef.

The Sixers can roll out talented bigs in Joel Embiid and Al Horford and take advantage of a Spurs interior defense that has allowed a league-high 62 points in the paint per game over its two appearances in the bubble. That punishment will wear down the Spurs’ already tired legs. We like a slower, lower-scoring finish.

PREDICTION: Under 229 (-110)


Indiana Pacers vs Washington Wizards

Indiana opened the seeding schedule with an impressive win over Philadelphia and breathed a sigh of relief that star shooting guard Victor Oladipo decided to play after waiting until the last minute to opt-in on the season restart.

Oladipo, who had 15 points in almost 32 minutes Friday, is expected to sit out today’s game with the Wizards. The Pacers play back-to-back games on Monday and Tuesday, and tomorrow’s matchup with Orlando poses a much bigger threat than Washington, which has lost SU and ATS in its two bubble contests.

The Wizards are playing the second of back-to-back games, having lost by eight to Brooklyn on Sunday, and will have heavy legs as they work off the rust of the restart. Expect plenty of shots to fall short and the final score to finish Under the total.

PREDICTION: Under 227.5 (-110)


Los Angeles Lakers vs Utah Jazz

The Lakers’ wheels are wobbling a bit after losing their first two games of the NBA restart. Los Angeles is struggling from deep – shooting just 21 of 76 from beyond the arc in the past two games – and will need to scrap for some buckets on Monday.

LeBron James has been a beast on the boards the past two games, pulling down 10 and 11 rebounds. He posted rebounding efforts of 10 and 12 boards versus Utah earlier this season and the Jazz got outworked by Oklahoma City on the glass Friday, giving up 47 boards including 11 offensive rebounds.

James will do everything in his will to avoid an 0-3 start for L.A. That includes cleaning up the trash on the glass.

PREDICTION: LeBron James Over 8.5 rebounds (+102)

Sunday's NBA picks: 1-2
Season NBA picks: 7-5

NBA betting card for August 3

San Antonio vs. Philadelphia Under 229 (-110)
Indiana vs. Washington Under 227.5 (-110)
LeBron James Over 8.5 rebounds (+102)

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NHL public betting, line movement, sharp money for August 3
Patrick Everson

Marc-Andre Fleury and the Golden Knights play their first game in the Western Conference bubble Monday, against Dallas in a round-robin contest. CG books have Vegas a -130 favorite.

NHL betting odds are on the board, and Monday’s games inside the double NHL Bubble are getting some early attention. Among the notable contests is a Stars-Golden Knights round-robin seeding game that will surely command the attention of Las Vegas oddsmakers.

CG Technology risk analyst Dave Sharapan provided insights on NHL opening lines and early line movement, sharp money and public betting for Monday’s contests. Covers will update this action report with NHL sharp picks vs. public bets and line movement throughout the day.

NHL line movement

The Golden Knights opened -125 two weeks ago at CG Technology’s Las Vegas books, with the Sharks +105. The line moved to Vegas -130/Dallas +110 a week ago, which is where it sat Sunday night, though Monday will surely bring changes ahead of the 6:30 p.m. ET puck drop.

Likewise, the Lightning-Capitals round-robin contest opened Tampa Bay -125/Washington +105 and moved to -130/+110 at CG books, though that adjustment was fresher, happening late Saturday night. Faceoff is at 4 p.m. ET.

CG Tech had yet to post Game 2 of the Canadiens-Penguins qualifying series, which became much more pivotal for No. 5 seed Pittsburgh when No. 12 Montreal won Saturday’s opener 3-2 in overtime. The SuperBook at Westgate opened Penguins -165/Canadiens +150 and moved to -174/+157 for an 8 p.m. ET start.

NHL sharp money

Check back for updates throughout the day on sharp bets coming in for Monday’s NHL games.

NHL public betting

Stars-Knights is all public and all Vegas at this point, which is no surprise at the handful of CG books on and near the Strip.

“It’s been months since we’ve had hockey, period, but the hometown Knights fans are excited,” Sharapan said Sunday night. “All local play, or public play, or Knights fans play. We have not written a single ticket on the Stars. Not one. It looks like the book will be rooting against the home team, although the decision isn’t big yet.”

The Lightning are also a public play, though not nearly to the extent of Vegas.

“All smaller action here. Money is more on Tampa, but not by much,” Sharapan said. “Not even half as much action on this game as the Stars-Knights game.”

CG is also seeing money on the Caps-Lightning total of 6, with bettors playing Over.

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21CHICAGO -22 EDMONTON
EDMONTON is 24-32 ATS (-19.7 Units) in home games against poor defensive teams - allowing 2.85+ goals/game over the last 2 seasons.

23NY RANGERS -24 CAROLINA
NY RANGERS are 9-3 ATS (5.7 Units) in road games when playing only their 2nd game in 5 days in the current season.

25WINNIPEG -26 CALGARY
WINNIPEG is 7-1 ATS (5.9 Units) revenging a road blowout loss versus opponent by 3 goals or more in the current season.

27MONTREAL -28 PITTSBURGH
MONTREAL is 23-30 ATS (-15.6 Units) against poor defensive teams - >=29 shots on goal, convert >=17% pp in the current season.

29DALLAS -30 VEGAS
DALLAS are 8-1 ATS (7.7 Units) against good possession teams-averaging 3+ more shots on goal than opp in the current season.

31WASHINGTON -32 TAMPA BAY
TAMPA BAY is 16-1 ATS (14.9 Units) after playing a game where 4 or fewer total goals were scored in the current season.

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NHL
Dunkel

Monday, August 3

NY Rangers @ Carolina

Game 23-24
August 3, 2020 @ 12:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
NY Rangers
12.553
Carolina
11.469
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
NY Rangers
by 1
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Carolina
-150
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
NY Rangers
(+130); Over

Winnipeg @ Calgary

Game 25-26
August 3, 2020 @ 2:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Winnipeg
12.788
Calgary
11.684
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Winnipeg
by 1
5
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Calgary
-150
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Winnipeg
(+130); Under

Washington @ Tampa Bay

Game 31-32
August 3, 2020 @ 4:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Washington
10.785
Tampa Bay
11.879
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Tampa Bay
by 1
5
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Tampa Bay
-130
6 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Tampa Bay
(-130); Under

Dallas @ Vegas

Game 29-30
August 3, 2020 @ 6:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Dallas
12.974
Vegas
11.801
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Dallas
by 1
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Vegas
-130
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Dallas
(+110); Over

Montreal @ Pittsburgh

Game 27-28
August 3, 2020 @ 8:00 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Montreal
9.859
Pittsburgh
11.387
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Pittsburgh
by 1 1/2
7
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Pittsburgh
-165
5 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Pittsburgh
(-165); Over

Chicago @ Edmonton

Game 21-22
August 3, 2020 @ 10:30 pm

Dunkel Rating:
Chicago
11.737
Edmonton
12.636
Dunkel Team:
Dunkel Line:
Dunkel Total:
Edmonton
by 1
5
Vegas Team:
Vegas Line:
Vegas Total:
Edmonton
-135
6 1/2
Dunkel Pick:
Edmonton
(-135); Under

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NHL
Long Sheet

Monday, August 3

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CHICAGO (33-30-0-8, 74 pts.) at EDMONTON (37-26-0-9, 83 pts.) - 8/3/2020, 10:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
EDMONTON is 22-17 ATS (+41.3 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent this season.
EDMONTON is 16-8 ATS (+24.3 Units) after allowing 4 goals or more this season.
EDMONTON is 15-6 ATS (+8.8 Units) after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game this season.
CHICAGO is 32-36 ATS (+84.2 Units) in a road game where where the total is 6 or more over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO is 11-8 ATS (+22.7 Units) in road games after a win by 2 goals or more over the last 2 seasons.
CHICAGO is 10-5 ATS (+17.2 Units) in road games after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game this season.
CHICAGO is 10-7 ATS (+21.7 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 2 seasons.
EDMONTON is 13-22 ATS (-14.5 Units) in home games after scoring 4 goals or more in their previous game over the last 3 seasons.
EDMONTON is 32-41 ATS (+75.1 Units) when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
CHICAGO is 6-4 (+2.7 Units) against the spread versus EDMONTON over the last 3 seasons
CHICAGO is 6-4-0 straight up against EDMONTON over the last 3 seasons
5 of 10 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=-0.8 Units, Under=-0.5 Units)

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NY RANGERS (37-29-0-5, 79 pts.) vs. CAROLINA (39-25-0-5, 83 pts.) - 8/3/2020, 12:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
NY RANGERS are 37-34 ATS (+76.0 Units) in all games this season.
NY RANGERS are 14-9 ATS (+24.9 Units) vs. division opponents this season.
CAROLINA is 9-13 ATS (-12.5 Units) vs. division opponents this season.
CAROLINA is 30-58 ATS (+117.5 Units) in road games after a 3 game unbeaten streak since 1996.

Head-to-Head Series History
NY RANGERS is 10-3 (+11.4 Units) against the spread versus CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
NY RANGERS is 10-3-0 straight up against CAROLINA over the last 3 seasons
6 of 12 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=-0.9 Units, Under=-0.7 Units)

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WINNIPEG (37-29-0-6, 80 pts.) vs. CALGARY (37-27-0-7, 81 pts.) - 8/3/2020, 2:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
CALGARY is 11-6 ATS (+4.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
CALGARY is 6-1 ATS (+7.2 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season this season.
WINNIPEG is 21-14 ATS (+36.8 Units) revenging a loss versus opponent this season.
WINNIPEG is 10-5 ATS (+15.7 Units) after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game this season.
CALGARY is 6-11 ATS (+6.0 Units) after a win by 2 goals or more this season.

Head-to-Head Series History
CALGARY is 4-4-0 straight up against WINNIPEG over the last 3 seasons
6 of 8 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+4.2 Units)

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MONTREAL (32-31-0-9, 73 pts.) vs. PITTSBURGH (40-23-0-7, 87 pts.) - 8/3/2020, 8:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
MONTREAL is 32-40 ATS (-13.2 Units) in all games this season.
MONTREAL is 11-8 ATS (+22.1 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record this season.
PITTSBURGH is 26-31 ATS (-9.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a losing record over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
MONTREAL is 4-6 (+0.0 Units) against the spread versus PITTSBURGH over the last 3 seasons
PITTSBURGH is 6-4-0 straight up against MONTREAL over the last 3 seasons
5 of 9 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+0.4 Units)

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DALLAS (37-24-0-8, 82 pts.) vs. VEGAS (39-24-0-8, 86 pts.) - 8/3/2020, 6:30 PM
Top Trends for this game.
DALLAS is 39-53 ATS (-24.7 Units) after a non-conference game over the last 3 seasons.
DALLAS is 268-177 ATS (+56.8 Units) after a loss by 2 goals or more in their previous game since 1996.
DALLAS is 232-251 ATS (+535.5 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record since 1996.
VEGAS is 85-75 ATS (+162.0 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
VEGAS is 6-2 (+5.9 Units) against the spread versus DALLAS over the last 3 seasons
VEGAS is 6-2-0 straight up against DALLAS over the last 3 seasons
5 of 7 games in this series have gone UNDER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Under=+2.9 Units)

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WASHINGTON (41-20-0-8, 90 pts.) vs. TAMPA BAY (43-21-0-6, 92 pts.) - 8/3/2020, 4:00 PM
Top Trends for this game.
TAMPA BAY is 105-51 ATS (+51.3 Units) in all games over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 17-3 ATS (+12.0 Units) after scoring 1 goal or less in their previous game over the last 2 seasons.
TAMPA BAY is 263-255 ATS (+577.5 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season since 1996.
WASHINGTON is 158-107 ATS (+13.6 Units) in all games over the last 3 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 135-87 ATS (+27.3 Units) after playing 3 consecutive road games since 1996.
WASHINGTON is 81-61 ATS (+12.8 Units) when playing against a team with a winning record over the last 3 seasons.
WASHINGTON is 26-17 ATS (+47.1 Units) in road games when playing against a team with a winning record in the second half of the season over the last 3 seasons.

Head-to-Head Series History
WASHINGTON is 9-7 (+4.2 Units) against the spread versus TAMPA BAY over the last 3 seasons
WASHINGTON is 9-7-0 straight up against TAMPA BAY over the last 3 seasons
7 of 12 games in this series have gone OVER THE TOTAL over the last 3 seasons . (Over=+2.0 Units)

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NHL

Monday, August 3

Trend Report

NY Rangers @ Carolina
NY Rangers
NY Rangers is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games when playing Carolina
NY Rangers is 10-1 ATS in its last 11 games on the road
Carolina
Carolina is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games
Carolina is 5-2 ATS in its last 7 games

Winnipeg @ Calgary
Winnipeg
Winnipeg is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Winnipeg's last 7 games when playing Calgary
Calgary
Calgary is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing at home against Winnipeg
Calgary is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing at home against Winnipeg

Washington @ Tampa Bay
Washington
Washington is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Washington's last 6 games when playing Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Tampa Bay's last 6 games when playing Washington
Tampa Bay is 13-3 SU in its last 16 games at home

Dallas @ Vegas
Dallas
Dallas is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Dallas's last 6 games on the road
Vegas
Vegas is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games at home
Vegas is 11-2 SU in its last 13 games

Montreal @ Pittsburgh
Montreal
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Montreal's last 5 games when playing Pittsburgh
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Montreal's last 5 games on the road
Pittsburgh
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 5 games when playing Montreal
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Pittsburgh's last 6 games at home

Chicago @ Edmonton
Chicago
Chicago is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games on the road
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Chicago's last 6 games when playing on the road against Edmonton
Edmonton
The total has gone OVER in 5 of Edmonton's last 6 games when playing at home against Chicago
The total has gone OVER in 4 of Edmonton's last 5 games when playing Chicago

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NHL picks and predictions for Monday, August 3
Rohit Ponnaiya

Both the Blackhawks and Oilers looked weak in nets Saturday, with Corey Crawford allowing four goals on 29 shots and Mike Smith surrendering 5 goals on 23 shots.

A round-robin matchup between the Washington Capitals and Tampa Bay Lightning highlights the NHL betting board on Monday, while in the late game, the Edmonton Oilers try to bounce back from an upset loss to the Chicago Blackhawks in Game 1 of their play-in series.

We break down the hockey odds for those games, as we bring you our best NHL picks and predictions for Monday, August 3.

Washington Capitals vs Tampa Bay Lightning

Two of the top teams in the league square off on Monday in the first game each team is playing following the shutdown. It will be interesting to see whether these squads will actually be trying to win round-robin games, or simply using them as a tune-up and means of trying different line combos leading up to the playoffs.

That leaves plenty of value with the underdogs, especially a team like Washington which is loaded with experience and has just as much offensive firepower as the Lightning. When you consider that the Caps have won the last four games in the head-to-head against Tampa Bay and that the Bolts will likely be missing Steven Stamkos, Washington looks like a solid play.

PREDICTION: Capitals ML (+115)


Dallas Stars vs Vegas Golden Knights

The third-place Knights take on the Stars, who are looking to shake off a six-game losing streak they were on prior to the break. Dallas has the Western Conference's best goaltending duo in Ben Bishop and Anton Khudobin. However, while Dallas has allowed just 2.52 goals per game (second-best in the league), they've scored only 2.58 (26th).

Having a stout defense and a sluggish offense has a predictable result: Unders, and Dallas has gone Under the total in a league-best 61.5 percent of their games this season.

Vegas will start Robin Lehner who played very well since being aquired by the Knights going 3-0 with 1.67 GAA and a .940 save percentage. Having a defense that allowed the third-fewest shots in the league in front of him certainly doesn't hurt either. With the Under cashing in three of the last four games head-to-head, we like it again.

PREDICTION: Under 5.5 (-130)


Chicago Blackhawks vs Edmonton Oilers

Chicago is coming off a 6-4 upset win over Edmonton and we backed the Over 5.5 so we're happy with that. Edmonton's duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl played very well, and their league-best powerplay scored three goals, but it didn't matter because Chicago's line of Dominik Kubalik-Jonathan Toews-Brandon Saad was dominant.

The Blackhawks outshot the Oilers 42-29 and torched Edmonton's usually-strong penalty-kill unit, scoring three goals of their own with the man advantage. The Oilers had no answer for Chicago's ferocious forecheck and both sides looked weak in nets, with Corey Crawford allowing four goals on 29 shots and Mike Smith surrendering 5 goals on 23 shots.

Expect Mikko Koskinen to get the start between the pipes for Edmonton in Game 2, and oddsmakers have raised the O/U to 6.5, but until I see better defense out of either team, I'm sticking with the Over.

PREDICTION: Over 6.5 (+100)


Today's NHL betting card

Capitals ML (+115)
Stars vs Golden Knights Under 5.5 (-130)
Blackhawks vs Oilers Over 6.5 (+100)

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Louisiana Downs



Louisiana Downs - Race 3

Daily Double / Exacta / .50 Trifecta / .10 Superfecta .50 Pick 3 (Races 3-4-5) /.50 Pick 5 Jackpot (Races 3-4-5-6-7)



Maiden Claiming $12,500 • 1 1/16 Miles • Turf • Ages 3 and up • CR: 40 • Purse: $10,500 • Post: 4:01P


FOR ACCREDITED LA BRED MAIDENS, FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD. THREE YEAR OLDS, 121 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $12,500. (IF DEEMED INADVISABLE BY MANAGEMENT TO RUN THIS RACE OVER THE TURF COURSE, IT WILL BE RUN ON THE MAIN TRACK AT 1 1/16 MILES).





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Race Type: Dominant Stalker. ENVOY'S GUILT is the Dominant Stalker of the race. * KEY ANGLES * GLITTER TIME: Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. Horse has the highest TrackMaster Power Rating. ENVOY'S GUILT: Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse has the highest average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface. LADY KING: Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface. LITTLE GIRLS RULE: Horse has a TrackMaster "+" designation or an "L" designation.



2

GLITTER TIME

3/1


9/2




4

ENVOY'S GUILT

2/1


9/2




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LADY KING

5/1


9/1




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LITTLE GIRLS RULE

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Post


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Line


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Class


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Speed


Early Figure


Finish Figure


Platinum
Figure




4

ENVOY'S GUILT

4


2/1

Alternator/Stalker

0


0


63.5


37.9


28.4




5

LITTLE GIRLS RULE

5


4/1

Alternator/Stalker

51


25


41.4


21.6


15.1




2

GLITTER TIME

2


3/1

Alternator/Stalker

45


42


32.7


32.7


27.7




6

LADY KING

6


5/1

Trailer

45


38


37.0


37.0


28.0




8

BAD GAL RIRI

8


12/1

Alternator/Trailer

0


0


32.1


25.3


16.3




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X MINUS ONE

1


8/1

Alternator/Trailer

41


17


27.5


29.4


23.4




3

SIDE SWING

3


15/1

Alternator/Non-contender

41


29


12.7


12.7


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7

SOUVENIR CHANNEL

7


12/1

Alternator/Non-contender

0


0


0.0


0.0


0.0

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F.A.S.T. Sheets Free Race for Delaware Park



Delaware Park - Race 1

Daily Double (Races 1-2) / Exacta / Trifecta (50-cent min.) Superfecta (10-cent min.) / Pick 3 (Races 1-2-3, 50-cent min.) Pick 4 (Races 1-2-3-4, 50-cent min.)



Claiming $4,000 • 6 Furlongs • Dirt • Ages 3 and up • CR: 79 • Purse: $10,000 • Post: 1:15P


(PLUS UP TO 50% OTHER SOURCES) FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NOT WON A RACE SINCE FEBRUARY 3. THREE YEAR OLDS, 120 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $4,000.





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Race Type: Lone Trailer. MY EMINENCE is the Lone Trailer of the race. * KEY ANGLES * MY EMINENCE: Today is a sprint and this is the horse's third or fourth start after a layoff. Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. DRIVEN BY THUNDE R: Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days. Horse ranks in the top three in average Equibase Speed Figure at the distance/surface. MATCH UP: Horse racing off a layoff of 90+ days and horse has run well in the past in its first and/or seco nd starts after a long layoff. Horse ranks in the top three in TrackMaster Power Rating. LOOKS GOOD: Today is a sprint and this is the horse's third or fourth start after a layoff. Horse has run a Good Race within the last 30 days.



7

MY EMINENCE

4/1


7/2




5

DRIVEN BY THUNDER

6/1


6/1




6

MATCH UP

5/2


8/1




8

LOOKS GOOD

7/2


10/1
























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5

DRIVEN BY THUNDER

5


6/1

Front-runner

96


80


78.0


84.2


76.7




8

LOOKS GOOD

8


7/2

Alternator/Front-runner

81


78


74.0


67.2


58.7




6

MATCH UP

6


5/2

Stalker

86


88


63.6


87.8


84.3




1

CAUSE FOR SURPRISE

1


8/1

Alternator/Stalker

83


73


60.2


65.4


53.4




7

MY EMINENCE

7


4/1

Alternator/Trailer

88


82


74.8


92.2


88.2




2

GREELY IS BACK

2


8/1

Alternator/Non-contender

83


68


72.6


63.4


54.4




4

TISDALE

4


8/1

Alternator/Non-contender

82


76


67.2


67.0


55.0




3

SHOTMASTER

3


10/1

Alternator/Non-contender

91


79


0.0


0.0


0.0

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Canterbury Park

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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 8 - Optional Claiming - 8.0f on the Turf. Purse: $25000 Class Rating: 87

FOR FILLIES AND MARES THREE YEARS OLD AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON A RACE OTHER THAN MAIDEN, CLAIMING, STARTER, TRIAL OR STATE BRED ALLOWANCE OR WHICH HAVE NEVER WON TWO RACES OR CLAIMING PRICE $12,500. THREE YEAR OLDS, 119 LBS.; OLDER, 124 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE AT ONE MILE OR OVER SINCE JULY 3 ALLOWED 2 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $12,500. MINNESOTA BRED




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# 6 SOME SAY SO 9/2




# 1 MIZZEN AIR 10/1




# 2 AFTER RED SUN 5/2




I think SOME SAY SO is a formidable choice. Has been racing in the most competitive company of the group lately. Should go off at a big price and has some positive attributes going for her. MIZZEN AIR - She has been running quite well and the speed figs are among the strongest in this group of horses in this race. Could best this group based on the speed rating - 84 - of her last affair. AFTER RED SUN - I can't pass on this mare given one of the strongest jockey and handler combos on the grounds.

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts




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Prairie Meadows - Race #10 - Post: 8:02pm - Starter Allowance - 8.0 furlongs on the Dirt. Purse: $25,000 Class Rating: 93

Rating: https://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpghttps://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpghttps://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpghttps://www.trackmaster.com/images/golden.jpg

#5 DOWNTOWNER (ML=8/1)
#2 CHRIS AND DAVE (ML=2/1)


DOWNTOWNER - My expertise says this is the sole stalker in the race. This jock/trainer duo has been producing a very beneficial ROI, right at +55. This horse collects a lot of money per start. I believe he can augment the lifetime total right here. Always watch out for the longer priced horse when a trainer has an 'uncoupled' entry in a race. CHRIS AND DAVE - This jockey/conditioner duo has been producing a very positive ROI, right at +163.

Vulnerable Contenders: #1 PINSON (ML=3/1), #4 CAROUSE (ML=4/1), #6 HOUR CITY (ML=5/1),

PINSON - A strong horse that's been running well, but he's been off the track in the mornings lately. CAROUSE - This vulnerable equine ran a disappointing speed fig last race out. He shouldn't run better and will probably get beat in today's event running that figure. HOUR CITY - Hard to keep chasing this kind of 'bridesmaid' horse.





STRAIGHT WAGERS:

Go with #5 DOWNTOWNER on top if we're getting at least 5/2 odds



EXACTA WAGERS:

Box [2,5]



TRIFECTA WAGERS:

None



SUPERFECTA WAGERS:

None

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Handicapped by The Turf Club Analysts


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Colonial Downs - Race #7 - Post: 8:18pm - Claiming - 8.0 furlongs on the Turf. Purse: $16,000 Class Rating: 67

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#3 FLOWZANO (ML=3/1)


FLOWZANO - The most dangerous animal in racing is the lone speed horse. If they let her get away early they probably won't catch her. Last two speed figures (68, 68) were solid. Anything close to that right here in this race and this one may win easily.

Vulnerable Contenders: #14 MISS LOTUS FLOWER (ML=7/2), #8 LOST SCROLL (ML=6/1), #9 PASS IT ON (ML=8/1),

MISS LOTUS FLOWER - If you keep betting these sort of 'bridesmaid' types, you're going to be frustrated most every time. Hard to wager on these non-winning types at less than generous odds. LOST SCROLL - No speed in this bunch to help set-up her late rush. I'd like to see more preferred recent efforts with M/L odds of 6/1. PASS IT ON - 8/1 odds isn't enough for this horse when checking the most recent efforts.

https://www.trackmaster.com/images/tophat.jpgGUEST COMMENTARY: Winston - FLOWZANO - Earnings per start is one measure of class I like to check out. This magnificent animal is in the top spot in the group and has a good shot to beat this crew.








STRAIGHT WAGERS:

Bet on #3 FLOWZANO to win if we can get at least 1/1 odds



EXACTA WAGERS:

3 with 14



TRIFECTA WAGERS:

None



SUPERFECTA WAGERS:

Skip

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Handicapped by The Walker Group at Fairmount Park

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Odds shown are morning line odds.

Race 7 - Claiming - 6.0f on the Dirt. Purse: $7000 Class Rating: 66

FOR THREE YEAR OLDS AND UPWARD WHICH HAVE NEVER WON THREE RACES. THREE YEAR OLDS, 118 LBS.; OLDER, 126 LBS. NON-WINNERS OF A RACE IN 2020 ALLOWED 2 LBS. CLAIMING PRICE $4,000.




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# 1 DATA BREACH 3/1




# 5 ROLL CALL 12/1




# 9 HIGH HERO 6/1




I lean toward DATA BREACH here. The Equibase speed fig of 60 from his most recent race looks decent in here. Is tough not to examine given the company run in recently. ROLL CALL - This horse has a excellent winning percentage in dirt sprints. Last time out, this gelding ran against a stronger bunch. HIGH HERO - Should be given consideration - I like the figs from the last contest.

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Mike Wynn Free Pick: Chicago Cubs w/Mills -155 over Kansas City

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Jim Feist Jim Feist's Comp Pick, Monday August 3, 2020

8/03 03:40 PM MLB (951) CLEVELAND INDIANS VS (952) CINCINNATI REDS

Take: (952) CINCINNATI REDS

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Razor Sharp
YOUR RAZOR SHARP FREE PICK FOR MONDAY: CINCINNATI/CLEVELAND UNDER the total of 8½ runs

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Totals4U Monday's Free Selection: Philadelphia Phillies/New York Yankees under 9

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967. Mets -1.25 (4:40 pm PT / 7:40 pm ET)

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Monday's Free Selection from Atlantic Sports: Colorado Rockies - 145

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Monday's Free Play: Chicago Cubs - 160

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Platinum Plays Your Free Pick: the Oakland Athletics w/Montas -170 overSeattle

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3-Aug
969. Dodgers -1.33 (6:10 pm PT / 9:10 pm ET)

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Your free winner for Monday : LA DODGERS /SAN DIEGO UNDER the total of 7½ runs

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FREE WINNER for Monday

Pittsburgh Holland +215

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Monday's Free Pick: Pittsburgh Pirates + 205

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Huddle Up Sports Free Play: Cincinnati Gray -125

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MON: Twins w/ Thorpe

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The Last Call Monday's Free Play: Chicago Cubs - 165

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Teyas Sports FREE PICK 8/3 NBA WASHINGTON UNDER 226 1/2

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Your free winner for Monday: NY METS (DeGrom) -125 over Atlanta

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Free Selection for Monday: Oakland Athletics - 170

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Kenny Towers Your Free Pick for Monday: San Antonio/Philadelphia UNDER 229

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Mitchell Newman

Handed you another free play NBA totals winner on the Blazers-Celtics Over the total, so why not hand you another totals winner on the Pacers-Wizards Over the total late this afternoon inside the Orlando bubble.

The Wizards are just playing out the string of regular season games, so I don't expect them to be playing too much defense at all. To illustrate my point, Washington has allowed 125 and 118 points in going 0-2 in this reboot.

Their pair of games have split in the Over/Under department, as for the season they are allowing nearly 120 points per game!

The Pacers looked impressive, especially T.J. Warren who scored 53 points in Indy's restart opening game win over the 76ers. The game landed Over the total to make it 4 in a row now for Indiana Over the posted price.

The Over is now 6-1 overall for Indiana's last 7 games played.

Warren comes to the rescue again for the short-handed Pacers as they find little issue scoring on the defenseless Wizards.

Indiana-Washington Over the total.

Damn, that hurt! Jon Lester goes out and does his job, but the Cubs could only muster 2 runs and when you have a Run Line release, unless you shut out the other team 2 runs isn't going to cut it.

It sure did not on Sunday and now I am left holding a bag of crap as the skid has hit 4 days in a row.

Not where I want to be, but I am not going to let yesterday's end result affect today's research.

I have to find a winner plain and simple.

The last few days have stunk, no sugar-coating it.

Tonight I am all set to find the winner that has been eluding me and get things going back in my direction.

2* INDIANA-WASHINGTON OVER

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Stephen DeAngelo

Missed with Sunday’s complimentary selection on the Indians, snapping a three-day free-play winning streak. Back to the diamond for Monday’s freebie, as I’m banking on the Braves to complete a sweep of their four-day, wrap-around weekend series against the Mets.



It’s not often that you catch plus money with a team that’s riding a five-game winning streak (all at home), a team that’s beaten today’s opponent five consecutive times and a team that’s handing the ball to its ace. But such is the case here, as Atlanta (7-3 and winners of 5 in a row) is a slight home underdog to New York (3-7 and losers of 5 in a row).



Why are the Braves being shorted by the oddsmakers? Because they’re facing Mets ace (and two-time defending NL Cy Young winner) Jacob deGrom. I’m obviously not going to try to diminish deGrom’s skills — after all, he beat the Braves 1-0 on Opening Day, allowing a single hit and walk while striking out eight over five innings. That marked the fourth consecutive start since mid-September of last season that deGrom didn’t allow a run — a stretch that spanned 26 innings during which he gave up a combined 10 hits and two walks while striking out 32. Although deGrom’s scoreless string came to an end Wednesday in Boston, he still pitched great (two runs on three hits in six innings), but the Mets fell 6-5.



The right-hander also has been dominant against the Braves over the past two-plus seasons: In 10 starts dating to May 2, 2018, deGrom has posted a 1.79 ERA with 87 strikeouts and 12 walks in 65 1/3 innings.



Now here comes the “however” … HOWEVER, even including the 1-0 win 10 days ago in New York, the Mets are just 3-7 in deGrom’s last 10 starts vs. the Braves, including 1-3 in Atlanta. Not surprisingly, the reason the Mets have failed miserably to convert deGrom’s dominance into victories is a lack of run support: They scored three runs or fewer in nine of those 10 games, including two runs or less six times!



Well, sure enough, if you strip away Friday’s 10-run outburst in Atlanta (when New York blew a massive lead and fell 11-10), the Mets have tallied a whopping six runs in the other five games against the Braves this season. That includes losses of 14-1 (last Sunday), 7-1 (Saturday) and 4-0 (yesterday).



I certainly don’t expect New York to snap out of its offensive funk here against Braves right-hander Mike Soroka, who matched deGrom pitch for pitch in that 1-0 game July 24 but took a no-decision. Soroka rebounded with a victory over the Rays on Wednesday (allowing two earned runs in 5 1/3 innings), and he comes into this one with sensational career numbers against New York: 4-0 with a 2.27 ERA in six starts with a 25-4 strikeout-to-walk ratio.


Bottom line: With deGrom, the Mets definitely have the edge on the mound tonight — but it’s not a HUGE edge. And in every other department, Atlanta is vastly superior and thus worthy of a shot at a plus-money price.

3* ATLANTA

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Bob Valentino

Monday's freebie on the Yankees and Phillies Over the total.

Yes, I know Gerrit Cole is on the mound for the Yankees and he is capable of pitching a no-hitter any time he steps on the rubber, but this totals release is more about the Yankees bats doing damage to Jake Arrieta and the Phillies pitching staff.

Philly has been idle since July 26th and I have a feeling they are going to get run over here by a New York attack fresh off scoring 19 runs in their 3 game sweep of the Boston Red Sox.

Aaron Judge is leading the attack and has homered in 5 straight games for the Bronx Bombers who have played 3 of their last 5 games Over the projected total.

Arrieta will finally get his first start of 2020 and each of his last 4 starts last season all played Over the total. He is 4-3 for his career against the Yankees with an ERA near 4.

Runs going to add up tonight in the Bronx.

Phillies-Yankees Over.

3* PHILADELPHIA-N.Y. YANKEES OVER

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Jack Brayman

We head to the ice for my free winner on Monday night, as I'm 9-4 with my complimentary NHL releases this season. And tonight I love the total in the late Western Conference seeding qualifier between the Chicago Blackhawks and Edmonton Oilers.

We saw the Blackhawks exhibit plenty of offense behind stellar leadership from their veterans. People seem to forget about those three Stanley Cups they have this century, and the tradition behind this organization. Chicago sure looked as if it felt the disrespect in everyone assuming the Oilers would be a cinch in this series, considering the Western Conference hub is in their city.

But just like in March with college basktball, we saw the 12-seeds topple the 5-seeds in the first game of the five-game series, the Blackhawks beating Edmonton, and in the Eastern Conference, the Montreal Canadiens taking out the Pittsburgh Penguins.

On to Game 2 of the best-of-five series.

And the Oilers have to respond with their best weapons, that being the most deadly linemates in the league, Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid, who ranked first and second, respectively, in NHL scoring this season.

Draisaitl (2019-20) and McDavid (2016-17 & 2017-18) have combined to win the Art Ross Trophy in three of the last four seasons, so it's no wonder they combined for six points in Game 1. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins also chipped in with three points, making it nine of 12 points in the game from three players.

Edmonton has more weapons than that, and it'll need to utilize them if Chicago carries momentum over from its 6-goal game into this one. The Blackhawks had eight players register at least one point, led by Dominik Kubalik's five (2 goals, 3 assists). And of the eight, Alex Debrincat had a goose egg. I'm thinking he's good for at least 1 and 1 tonight.

It's also important to note both teams had three power play goals, and special teams will again be key in driving the number high in this one.

Let's play Game 2 Over the posted total, as they'll come close to another double-digit night.

4* OVER Blackhawks-Oilers

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Hunter Price Aug 03 '20, 2:30 PM in 2h
Soccer | St. Gallen vs Young Boys Bern
Play on: St. Gallen +338 at 5Dimes

1* Free Pick on St. Gallen +338

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Bobby Conn Aug 03 '20, 6:40 PM in 7h
MLB | Indians vs Reds
Play on: Reds -125 at Mirage

1* Free Play on Reds -125

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Scott Rickenbach Aug 03 '20, 7:05 PM in 7h
MLB | Phillies vs Yankees
Play on: Phillies +270 at Mirage

Scott "The Bulldog" Rickenbach MLB Rotation #971 Monday Free Pick Philadelphia Phillies Money Line (+) @ New York Yankees @ 7:05 ET - There is simply too much value here to ignore. Yes the Phillies are off a layoff and now have to face an ace pitcher in Cole. However, to be nearly a 3 to 1 underdog in this spot makes Philadelphia worthy of considering for a small investment in this one. The Phillies are managed by Joe Girardi who played some of his career with the Yankees plus managed them as well as recently as 2017. You know he really wants this game tonight. While the Phillies can't wait to get back onto the field after facing the Marlins amidst their covid-19 outbreak, the Yankees could get caught here still celebrating their huge win last night. Down 7-6 heading to bottom of the 8th against their long-time rival, the Red Sox, the Yankees rallied and ended up winning the game 9-7 courtesy of a 2 out 2 run bomb from Judge. A big game win and a big series win for the Yankees and they could be flat here. Then you look at this Phillies lineup and they have some big sticks in it and plus they have a true "gamer" in Jake Arrieta on the mound. Veteran starting pitcher, solid lineup, and catching the Yankees at the right time for an upset plus getting a very big underdog money line here...it all adds up to a nice spot for taking a "flyer" on the road dog in this one. Free Pick PHILADELPHIA

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Rob Vinciletti Aug 03 '20, 7:10 PM in 7h
MLB | Mets vs Braves
Play on: Mets -124 at betonline

** Monday Featured Free Play **

The MLB Comp play is on the NY. Mets at 7:10 eastern. The Mets have Degrom going and they are 19-7 as a road favorite dating to last season. The Braves counter with Soroka but have lost 4 of 5 as a dog and 5 of 7 on Mondays dating to last year. To tie in a nice league wide system we see that road favorites with a total of 8 or less that are off a road dog loss where they scored 2 or less runs and had 10+ hits are 16-3 since 2004 vs an opponent off a home favored win by 2 or more runs. The Mets have been stranding runners all series and will look to avoid the sweep here. Make it the Mets. For the MLB Comp Play we will back the NY. Mets. RV- GC Sports.

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Cappers Club Aug 03 '20, 8:05 PM in 8h
NBA | Spurs vs 76ers
Play on: Spurs +7 -105 at pinnacle

Spurs +7 (-105)
The 76ers have struggled to open the season. It has been highlighted with teammates arguing with each other during a game.
The Spurs are 2-0 in the bubble and look to stay hot. The 76ers are talented, but have failed to put everything together. If they limit Embiid's numbers, the Spurs will keep this one close.
Don't believe the 76ers are fine tuned enough to win by many in this one.
Take the Spurs spread in this one.
Good Luck, Cappers Club
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Totals Guru Aug 03 '20, 8:05 PM in 8h
NBA | Spurs vs 76ers
Play on: UNDER 228½ -110

Free Total Annihilator On Spurs vs 76ers under 228½ -110

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Mike Williams Aug 03 '20, 8:08 PM in 8h
NHL | Canadiens vs Penguins
Play on: Penguins -125 at Bovada

1* on Penguins -125

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NHL | Canadiens vs Penguins
Play on: Penguins -125 at Bovada

Free Pick on Penguins

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Steve Janus Aug 03 '20, 8:08 PM in 8h
NHL | Canadiens vs Penguins
Play on: Penguins -130 at Bovada

1* Free Sharp Play on Penguins -130

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Mike Lundin Aug 03 '20, 8:10 PM in 8h
MLB | Pirates vs Twins
Play on: Twins -1½ -128 at pinnacle

PIRATES @ TWINS FREE PICK AUGUST 3, 2020
32-14 (70%) +16.4x ALL FREE PICKS 2020
The Minnesota Twins are 7-2 on the season while the Pittsburgh Pirates have a reversed record of 2-7.
The Twins will be forced to go with a bullpen-by-committee approach for this contest after expected starter Homer Bailey going on the injured list, but their bullpen has the fourth best ERA in baseball and I like the Twins to get it done here.
Pittsburgh left-hander Derek Holland (0-0, 3.18 ERA) is 3-7 with a bloated 5.56 ERA in 14 outings (13 starts) against the Twins who are averaging a healthy 5.11 runs per game this season. Pittsburgh ranks third to last for runs scored with only 3.33 rpg.
Free pick on Minnesota Twins -1.5.

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Jimmy Boyd Aug 03 '20, 8:40 PM in 9h
MLB | Giants vs Rockies
Play on: Giants +128 at Bovada

1* Free Pick on Giants +128

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MLB | Giants vs Rockies
Play on: Giants +128 at Bovada

1 Dimer on Giants +128

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Brandon Lee Aug 03 '20, 9:10 PM in 9h
MLB | LAD vs SDG
Play on: UNDER 8 -110

10* FREE MLB PICK (Under 8)
Great value here with the UNDER 8 in Monday's NL West showdown between the Dodgers and Padres. I know LA has a loaded offense, but the number here is too high given the talent both teams will be sending to the mound.
The Padres will give the rock to Chris Paddack, who might be the best kept secret in baseball. At least in terms of starters. In his first two starts of 2020, Paddack has allowed 2 runs on 10 hits with just 1 walk in 10 innings of work. That's a 1.64 ERA and 1.000 WHIP for those wondering. He had a 3.33 ERA and an incredible 0.98 ERA (153 K's in 140.2 innings) over 26 starts in 2019. His first year at the big league level.
Potential here that he could be facing a LA lineup that will be without both Mookie Betts (questionable) and Corey Seager (questionable).
Dodgers will turn to Walker Buehler, who has put up remarkable numbers in his short career. Entering just his 3rd full season at the big league level, Buehler has a 3.14 ERA and 1.04 WHIP over 63 games (54 starts). He too can make guys miss. He's got 381 Ks in 332.2 innings (had 215 K's last year). Give me the UNDER 8!

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Ray Monohan Aug 03 '20, 9:10 PM in 9h
MLB | LAD vs SDG
Play on: OVER 7½ -120

Dodgers vs. Padres OVER 7.5
The LA Dodgers (7-3) are a (-140 favorite) when they take on the San Diego Padres (6-4) (+120 underdog) on Monday evening at 9:10 ET from Petco Park in San Diego. The O/U has been set at 7.5.
Walker Buehler (R) with a 4.91 ERA and 1.09 WHIP will start for LA, and Chris Paddack (R) with a 1.64 ERA and 1.00 WHIP will be on the bump for San Diego. I think the line is assuming that Buehler is going to be ace worthy starting right now. I for one am not buying into that just yet.
The Dodgers have won five of six coming into Monday, and they won their Saturday game 11-2 over the DBacks, and on Sunday won 3-0. Kershaw threw 5 2/3 sharp innings in his season debut, Bellinger hit his first home run of the season and the Dodgers looked good.
The Padres lost their two most recent games 6-1 Saturday to the Rockies and then 9-6 on Sunday, but there is a silver lining here for over bettors. The Padres have scored at least three runs in nine of their 10 games. They can try to match the Dodgers output here, and for my money the Padres could have been been 7-3, or even 8-2. They are playing well despite their record.
Both these teams can hit, and that's why I like the OVER on Monday. Nice warm weather, a jacked up Padres team welcoming in their cross-state rivals, who knows we could see an upset here as well, but for this free play the OVER is the way to go. YES, I know the Padres went 6-13 against Los Angeles in 2019, but that was last year right?
Some betting trends to consider. The OVER has cashed in three of the Padres last four games. The Padres are 5-1 in Paddacks last 6 home starts, which boosts my confidence in the OVER here.
I'm forecasting 10 runs in this one. Play the over.
Good Luck, Razor Ray.
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Cole Faxon Aug 03 '20, 10:38 PM in 10h
NHL | Blackhawks vs Oilers
Play on: Blackhawks +120 at Mirage

FREE PLAY on Blackhawks +120

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