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Oneil Cruz doesn't know how to slide, and now a bad Pirates team has lost their star shortstop. Take advantage of the downtrodden Bucs today. Gene Puskar/AP

Picks of the Day, 4/10

Thanks to an onslaught of late scoring and extras innings in Cleveland, I ended up 2-1 yesterday and improved to 11-15 on the season. Unfortunately for the Braves fan in me, Dylan Dodd looked awful iin Atlanta and my under pick missed by a mile. On the right track again, here we go Pick#1 Yankees […]

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As a scorned Red Sox fan, I know that Eovaldi's first start was a fluke. Betting on a lot of runs today in Chicago.

Picks of the Day, 4/7

2-1 yesterday, for a nice change. Freddie Freeman covered his total bases early, and the 11 run line in Colorado came way, way, under. Unfortunately the pitchers duel in Atlanta didn’t materialize. Strider was ok, but Snell had a rough start, and they went over the 8.5 run line in the top of the eighth […]

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Pirates Closer David Bednar Celebrating his Save as the Pirates win

Three Takeaways From the Pirates Sweep Over the Boston Red Sox

What a start to the Pittsburgh Pirates 2023 season as they complete the series sweep against the Boston Red Sox! After dropping two games in Cincinnati, the Bucs bounced right back, stealing all three games at Fenway after a high-scoring series against Boston and a beautiful outing from Pirates Mitch Keller. The black and gold […]

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Alex Verdugo is off to a hot start. Can he hit a homerun today and save my week? Mary DeCicco/MLB via Getty Images

Picks of the Day, Wednesday 4/5

The good news is, I’ve hit my reach pick the last two days, so financially I’m about breaking even. The bad news is, another 1-2 day, and a 4-8 record on my regular picks. I can’t believe the Oakland A’s are costing me money.Get your picks in early, games start at 12:35 today: Pick#1Cubs at […]

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Matt Strahm pitching means I'm betting on his opponent. Every single time. Yong Kim/Staff Photographer, The Inquirer

Picks of the Day, 4/4

A third consecutive 1-2 day. Houston and Cleveland losing to the two worst teams in baseball is tough. Good news is, my reach pick hit at +468 to save the day when Mike Yastrzemski homered. Sitting at 3-6 now, and taking a conservative approach today to get back on track. Pick#1Yankees -1.5 over Phillies, +130 […]

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Those Iowa Cubs!

Bleed Cubbie Blue

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Hendricks and Suzuki’s Absence

Chicago Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks and outfielder Seiya Suzuki are both spending opening day weekend on the injured list. Hendricks was placed on the 10-day IL per his rehab assignment from tearing his capsule in his shoulder last season. At the same time, Suzuki was placed on the 15-day IL progressing from his oblique strain. […]

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Stro-Sho with the Opening Day Win

Winning on opening day in baseball is important for several reasons. Firstly, it sets the tone for the team’s season, giving them a boost of confidence and momentum going forward. It’s a chance for teams to showcase their strengths and start the season off on a positive note. It can also help to establish the […]

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Ellyctricidad: The Story of Elly De La Cruz

Consensus top 10 prospect in baseball. Shortstop prodigy. Phenom. Astronomical ceiling. Most anticipated Reds prospect since…? I honestly couldn’t tell you. These are all terms to describe the Cincinnati Reds’ top prospect, Elly De La Cruz. If you’re reading this, I’m sure you’ve heard his name around baseball for the last year or so. The […]

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NL Postseason Awards; Best Bets

First pitch is less than 48 hours away! The National League had some great races for awards last year, and 2023 looks to be more of the same. Like the AL piece we posted yesterday, we are not predicting the winner but determining which bets offer the best value and most entertainment. NL Rookie of […]

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