Seattle looks to follow up last game's win over the Diamondbacks with another Friday at home. They send Jamie Moyer against Josh Fogg.
It's an interleague tilt pitting the Rockies, who come in at 40-38 (9-3 in interleague play), against the Mariners, with a record of 41-39 (13-2 in interleague play).
The Mariners are favored, opening as 155 chalk, with an opening total of 9. They are 41-39 this season and 44-33-3 OU. The Rockies are 40-38 and are 30-44-4 OU.
Clint Hurdle's team hopes to build upon a 6-2 win over the Angels. They were 155 underdogs in a game that went under the total.
Mike Hargrove's troops were at Arizona against the Diamondbacks last game and came away with a 3-2 win, a game that went under 10. Oddsmakers had them as favorites.
Some trends to consider: Colorado is 1-4-1 OU in its last 6 games away against Seattle Colorado is 1-3-1 OU in its last 5 games against Seattle Colorado is 6-2-1 OU in its last 9 away Colorado is 4-2-0 OU in its last 6 games Seattle is 4-1-0 OU in its last 5 at home Seattle is 4-1-0 OU in its last 5 games Seattle is 7-19-0 SU in its last 26 games after scoring 1 to 3 runs Seattle is 1-3-1 OU in its last 5 games against Colorado
Next up: Colorado at Seattle, Saturday, July 1 Seattle home to Colorado, Saturday, July 1
SU: 40-38 ATS: SU: 41-39 ATS:
Chicago Cubs seek back-to-back wins at Wrigley Field
The Milwaukee Brewers look to snap back from a 6-3 loss to the Cubs on Thursday when they face righty Mark Prior.
Sporting a 39-40 overall record and a 15-19 mark within the division, the Brewers aim to knock the Cubs (19-19 in the division) for a loss.
Oddsmakers opened the Cubs as -160 home favorites in this contest, with an opening total of 9 runs.
The Cubs are trying to win back-to-back games at home, after losing nine straight at the famous Wrigley Field, and can accomplish that with a win today.
Last time out, the Brewers lost to the Cubs 6-3 as favorites. That contest went as a push against the closing total.
Cubs hitters can get ready or be made to look foolish today, as the Brewers staff boasts one of the best strikeout ratios in the league, fanning 7.4 per game.
Some trends to consider: Milwaukee is 2-7-0 SU in its last 9 games after scoring 1 to 3 runs Milwaukee is 3-7-1 OU in its last 11 games Milwaukee is 2-4-1 OU in its last 7 away Chi Cubs are 5-1-0 SU in its last 6 games after scoring 4 to 6 runs Chi Cubs are 1-3-1 OU in its last 5 games
Next up: Milwaukee at Minnesota, Friday, June 30 Chi Cubs home to Chi White Sox, Friday, June 30
The Los Angeles Angels look to rebound from a 12-4 loss to the Rockies on Wednesday when they host Colorado and Jeff Francis.
Sporting a 35-42 overall record and an 8-12 mark within the division, the Angels aim to knock the Rockies (13-17 in the division) for a loss.
Oddsmakers like the Angels in this one, opening the line at 135 in favor of Los Angeles. They are 35-42 this season, while the Rockies are 39-38. The total, which is 40-35-2 to the OVER in Angels games and 30-43-4 in Rockies games, opened at 8.5.
Mike Scioscia's troops were at home against the Rockies last game and came away with a 12-4 loss, a game that went over 9. Oddsmakers had them as favorites.
Some trends to consider: Colorado is 4-1-1 OU in its last 6 games against Los Angeles Colorado is 6-3-0 SU in its last 9 games after scoring more than 9 runs Colorado is 6-1-1 OU in its last 8 away Colorado is 4-1-0 OU in its last 5 games Los Angeles is 5-0-0 OU in its last 5 games Los Angeles is 4-1-1 OU in its last 6 games against Colorado Los Angeles is 3-6-0 SU in its last 9 games after scoring 4 to 6 runs Los Angeles is 4-11-0 OU in its last 15 at home
Next up: Colorado at Seattle, Friday, June 30 LA Angels home to LA Dodgers, Friday, June 30
SU: 39-38 ATS: SU: 35-42 ATS:
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The Yankees and coach Joe Torre opened as 165 favorites to roll to victory Tuesday against the Braves.
New York brings a 43-31 overall mark (16-10 in the division) into this game versus an Atlanta team carrying a 32-45 record.
The Yankees are favored, opening as 165 chalk, with an opening total of 10.5. They are 43-31 this season and 39-34-1 OU. The Braves are 32-45 and are 40-33-4 OU.
Last time out, the Braves lost to the Yankees 5-2 as underdogs. That contest went under the closing total.
Some trends to consider: Atlanta is 3-9-0 SU in its last 12 games after scoring 1 to 3 runs Atlanta is 4-2-0 OU in its last 6 games against New York New York is 4-1-0 SU in its last 5 games after scoring 4 to 6 runs New York is 4-2-0 OU in its last 6 games against Atlanta New York is 2-5-0 OU in its last 7 at home New York is 1-4-0 OU in its last 5 games
Next up: Atlanta at NY Yankees, Wednesday, June 28 NY Yankees home to Atlanta, Wednesday, June 28
Colorado expects to build on last game's 3-0 win against the Rangers on Monday and they entrust Jason Jennings to get the job done when they battle the Angels at Angel Stadium.
Colorado takes its 38-37 mark to Los Angeles to battle the 34-41 Angels today.
The Angels are favored, opening as 160 chalk, with an opening total of 8. They are 34-41 this season and 38-35-2 OU. The Rockies are 38-37 and are 28-43-4 OU.
Clint Hurdle's team hopes to build upon a 3-0 win over the Rangers. They were 100 pick in a game that went under the total.
The Angels lost to the Diamondbacks 9-7 as favorites. That contest went over the closing total.
Some trends to consider: Colorado is 2-5-1 OU in its last 8 games against Los Angeles Colorado is 3-8-0 SU in its last 11 games after scoring 1 to 3 runs Colorado is 2-5-0 OU in its last 7 games Colorado is 4-1-1 OU in its last 6 away Los Angeles is 3-6-0 SU in its last 9 games after scoring 7 to 9 runs Los Angeles is 4-9-1 OU in its last 14 games Los Angeles is 2-5-1 OU in its last 8 games against Colorado Los Angeles is 1-7-0 OU in its last 8 at home
Next up: Colorado at LA Angels, Tuesday, June 27 LA Angels home to Colorado, Tuesday, June 27
The Texas Rangers look to snap back from an 11-6 loss to the Rockies on Sunday when they take the field in Colorado against righty B.K. Kim.
The Rangers start Vicente Padilla, 6-4, 4.78 ERA. His last trip was a no decision, a 6-5 team loss against the Padres, when he threw 5 1/3 innings, allowing 4 runs on 7 hits.
Texas takes its 40-35 mark to Colorado to battle the 37-37 Rockies today.
The betting line opened with the Rangers as a -115 favorite, while the total opened at 10. Texas is 40-35 on the year, while the Rockies are 37-37.
After losing their last game, Buck Showalter's team looks to bounce back with a solid showing on the road Sunday. They were underdogs in that game, which went over the total of 11.
Some trends to consider: Texas is 5-2-0 OU in its last 7 games Texas is 5-2-0 SU in its last 7 games after scoring 4 to 6 runs Texas is 4-1-0 OU in its last 5 away Texas is 4-1-0 OU in its last 5 games away against Colorado Colorado is 6-1-0 OU in its last 7 games against Texas Colorado is 4-1-0 OU in its last 5 games at home against Texas Colorado is 2-4-0 OU in its last 6 games Colorado is 6-19-1 OU in its last 26 at home
Next up: Texas at San Francisco, Tuesday, June 27 Colorado at LA Angels, Monday, June 26
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Germany 2006 World Cup - Who to Play for Sunday’s Games; tips, insights and betting odds on England vs Ecuador and Portugal vs Netherlands by Lawrence Prezman, writer for BetWWTS.
England -200 vs. Ecuador +700
This Sunday England faces an emerging Ecuador squad. England historically has had trouble with South American teams until Eriksson took the helm in 2001. Ecuador looked impressive with 2-0 victory over Poland and 3-0 win over Costa Rica while conceding no goals against. England on the other-hand has been struggling of late, not fulfilling the talent that roster holds. England has much to consider as they have little knowledge of the Ecuador squad while losing key striker Owen. Despite all the promise that Ecuador exhibits, England will win the match. Ecuador’s defense opens many questions, continuing to struggle marking players compounded by having no experience at this level of the World Cup. Look for England to expose this as both Rooney, and Gerrard are beginning to show their excellent striking qualities. England -200 is worth the cost to incur for the win.
Portugal +200 vs. Netherlands +140
These two teams offer incredible value. Both have incredible young athletic talent flanked by experience and guile. The team to bet is Portugal +200. Portugal is on an incredible run of 17 unbeaten matches, while controversy seems to be coming from the Netherlands’ camp. Marco van Basten has recently criticized Ruud van Nistelrooij for poor quality expecting more from the premier striker and has recently announced that van Nistelrooij may be dropped from the Round of 16. Regardless of all of this Portugal is will emerage as the winner. They have so many scoring weapons while Figo captains the field controlling the tempo and superior set plays. Portugal +200 is immense value.
The Rockies want to avoid a repeat of last game's result - an 8-6 loss to the Rangers - when the two teams go back at it on Saturday. Colorado hopes Josh Fogg can be the skid-stopper for them.
The Rangers start Robinson Tejeda, 1-2, 7.72 ERA. His last trip was a loss, an 8-5 team loss against the Angels, when he threw 3 1/3 innings, allowing 5 runs on 6 hits.
Texas takes its 40-34 mark to Colorado to battle the 36-37 Rockies today.
The Rangers come in as a slight +105 road dog and look to improve on their 40-34 mark. The Rockies, 36-37, will try to take the cash from dog bettors, while totals bettors see the line opened at 11.
Buck Showalter's troops went to Colorado last game and came away with an 8-6 win, a game that went over 10. Oddsmakers had them as underdogs in that one.
Some trends to consider: Texas is 2-4-0 SU in its last 6 games after scoring 7 to 9 runs Texas is 4-2-0 OU in its last 6 away Texas is 4-2-0 OU in its last 6 games Texas is 5-1-0 OU in its last 6 games against Colorado Colorado is 5-1-0 OU in its last 6 games against Texas Colorado is 15-7-0 SU in its last 22 games after scoring 4 to 6 runs Colorado is 1-4-0 OU in its last 5 games Colorado is 5-20-1 OU in its last 26 at home
Next up: Texas at Colorado, Sunday, June 25 Colorado home to Texas, Sunday, June 25
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Mariners Try to Stay Undefeated in Interleague Play
Seattle expects to build on last game's 8-5 win against the Dodgers on Thursday as they try to win their ninth straight interleague game in a row.
They entrust Felix Hernandez to get the job done when they battle the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium.
Seattle has been one of the league's hottest teams, adding seven games to the win column in their past 10 starts. They have been averaging 6.1 runs per game during this stretch and racking up 8.9 hits per game. Overall, they are 36-37 facing a Los Angeles team with a 36-35 record.
If you don't see much advantage or edge between these teams, you and Vegas oddsmakers have it the same way. The game opened as a pick'em on the line and 9 on the total.
The Dodgers lost to the Mariners 8-5 as favorites. That contest went over the closing total.
Some trends to consider: Seattle is 8-17-0 SU in its last 25 games after scoring 7 to 9 runs Seattle is 4-1-0 OU in its last 5 away Seattle is 4-1-0 OU in its last 5 games against Los Angeles Seattle is 5-1-0 OU in its last 6 games away against Los Angeles Los Angeles is 8-1-0 OU in its last 9 at home Los Angeles is 5-1-0 OU in its last 6 games at home against Seattle Los Angeles is 4-1-0 OU in its last 5 games against Seattle Los Angeles is 17-3-2 OU in its last 22 games
Next up: Seattle at San Diego, Friday, June 23 LA Dodgers home to Pittsburgh, Friday, June 23
SU: 36-37 ATS: SU: 36-35 ATS:
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The Arizona Diamondbacks will try and snap a five-game losing skid and can redeem themselves with a win Monday against Pittsburgh.
The Diamondbacks start Claudio Vargas, 6-4, 5.37 ERA. His last trip was a loss, an 11-4 team loss against the Giants, when he threw five innings, allowing five runs on six hits.
Sporting a 35-34 overall record and a 15-12 mark within the division, the Diamondbacks aim to knock the Pirates (13-21 in the division) for a loss.
The Pirates are favored slightly by the bookmakers, who opened the game at -130. The total has been set at 9.5.
The Diamondbacks are coming off a 10-7 loss against the Rangers, a game where they were underdogs. The game went over the closing total of 10.5.
Jim Tracy's team was busy last game losing to Minnesota 8-2 as underdogs. The 10 runs sent that game over the total of 8.
Pittsburgh pitchers are charitable with the baserunners, giving up more hits per game than just about every team in the league. The Diamondbacks hitters could see good pitches to hit today.
Some trends to consider:
Arizona is 2-7-0 OU in its last 9 games away against Pittsburgh
Arizona is 5-11-1 OU in its last 17 games against Pittsburgh
Arizona is 4-1-0 OU in its last 5 away
Pittsburgh is 6-11-1 OU in its last 18 games
Pittsburgh is 5-11-1 OU in its last 17 games against Arizona
Pittsburgh is 2-7-0 OU in its last 9 games at home against Arizona
Next up:
Arizona at Tampa Bay, Tuesday, June 20
Pittsburgh at Kansas City, Tuesday, June 20
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National League Central - St. Louis Cardinals take on Colorado Rockies
St. Louis looks to follow up last game's win over the Rockies with another Saturday at home. They send Jeff Suppan against Jeff Francis.
The Rockies start Jeff Francis, 5-5, 3.76 ERA. His last trip was a win, a 4-3 team win against the Nationals, when he threw 6 2/3 innings, allowing 2 runs on 4 hits.
Sporting a 34-33 overall record and a 13-17 mark within the division, the Rockies aim to knock the Cardinals (18-19 in the division) for a loss.
Oddsmakers like the Cardinals in this one, opening the line at 125 in favor of St. Louis. They are 40-26 this season, while the Rockies are 34-33. The total, which is 33-30-3 to the OVER in Cardinals games and 25-38-4 in Rockies games, opened at 9.
Clint Hurdle's team was busy last game losing to the Cardinals 8-1 as underdogs. The 9 runs sent that game as a push against the total of 9.
You can usually count on St. Louis to get men on base as they rank top three in the league with 9.5 hits per game on the season. Colorado's pitchers need to keep this group in check.
Some trends to consider: Colorado is 1-6-1 OU in its last 8 games away against St. Louis Colorado is 1-6-1 OU in its last 8 games against St. Louis Colorado is 2-6-0 SU in its last 8 games after scoring 1 to 3 runs Colorado is 9-15-2 OU in its last 26 away St. Louis is 19-7-0 SU in its last 26 games after scoring 7 to 9 runs St. Louis is 4-1-1 OU in its last 6 at home St. Louis is 8-3-1 OU in its last 12 games St. Louis is 1-6-1 OU in its last 8 games at home against Colorado
Next up: Colorado at St. Louis, Sunday, June 18 St. Louis home to Colorado, Sunday, June 18
The Atlanta Braves look to rebound from a 3-2 loss to the Marlins on Friday when they host Boston and Jon Lester.
It's an interleague tilt pitting the Red Sox, who come in at 36-28 (2-1 in interleague play), against the Braves, with a record of 30-37 (0-0 in interleague play).
The Braves are favored, opening as 160 chalk, with an opening total of 9.5. They are 30-37 this season and 38-26-3 OU. The Red Sox are 36-28 and are 35-28-1 OU.
Terry Francona's team was busy last game losing to the Twins 5-3 as favorites. The 8 runs sent that game under the total of 10.
Meanwhile, at Dolphins Stadium, the underdog Braves were losing to the Marlins 3-2. The game was an under play.
Some trends to consider: Boston is 1-5-2 OU in its last 8 games away against Atlanta Boston is 1-4-0 OU in its last 5 away Boston is 1-4-0 OU in its last 5 games Boston is 3-9-2 OU in its last 14 games against Atlanta Atlanta is 11-5-0 OU in its last 16 at home Atlanta is 2-4-0 OU in its last 6 games Atlanta is 3-9-2 OU in its last 14 games against Boston Atlanta is 1-5-0 SU in its last 6 games after scoring 1 to 3 runs
Next up: Boston at Atlanta, Saturday, June 17 Atlanta home to Boston, Saturday, June 17
SU: 36-28 ATS: SU: 30-37 ATS:
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One problem for the U.S. was that the team played with little passion or aggression. (Photo by Empics)--
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June 11 - Online sportsbooks had a mixed experience in the last 24 hours with a couple of Soccer World Cup games not going as predicted. The biggest shock was Trinidad and Tobago holding Sweden to a draw. Here are the latest World Cup Soccer results and betting odds...
England beats Paraguay and the Sportsbooks Felt the Heat
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To the dismay of the Bookmakers, both England and the Under came in on this game. No-matter how high the English number moved, the public could not get enough of this team and the Books took a big bath on this game. England started the game very strong, scoring early and then going into a defensive shell. Playing 5-6 defenders in the backfield the entire 2 nd half, England Defense held up to the challenge and kept Paraguay off the scoreboard.
Trinidad Shocks Sweden with a 0-0 Draw
The books made a killing on this game with all the money coming down on Sweden . What they lost in the 1 st game, they gained back and more in the 2 nd , as Trinidad held strong all game. What a fun 1 st half of soccer, yet not one shot on goal until the 32 nd minute mark and Sweden didn't have a real chance until the 40 minute mark. The 2 nd half saw Sweden totally dominate play and just could not score. A 0-0 ending for this game is a shocking upset and the Swedes should be ashamed of themselves.
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Tomorrow we will see all teams from Group D the so called group of life with Mexico and Portugal massive favorites to qualify at the expense of the minnows Angola and Iran .
Serbia +300 vs Holland Even
The first match is from Group C which features the much awaited appearance of Holland against a strong side from Serbia & Montenegro , this has all the makings of a great matchup. Under their new Head Coach, Ilija Petkovic, S&M have not lost a single game and has only let in 1 goal in their last 10 qualifying games. The problem facing Serbia is scoring and for that reason, the under stands out to me in this game. Here is one of the best defensive teams in the world, who can't score and the line at BetWWTS.com is Under 2.5 -150. Although I don't like the chalk, I cannot see more that 2 goals scored in this game. BetWWTS has the Draw on this game at +210 and I like this play. My predicted score is 1-0, 0-0 or 1-1, so the Under is a rock solid play.
Mexico -175 vs Iran +550
Mexico is one exciting team and the fans should be screaming Borgetti's name Sunday. This is probably the most exciting scorer in the tournament and he should go off tomorrow against Iran . The majority of the money again is coming in on the favorite with punters also expecting a high scoring game. I like Mexico to win this game easily and I also like the -1.5 in this game as my expected score is 3-1 Mexico . The world disagrees with me, as the money is coming in on Angola . The line came out in the 200s and has steadily dropped the last few days. Wait this one out and grab Mexico as they start their World Cup with a victory.
Portugal -275 vs Angola +900
If you have been reading my World Cup previews, you already know I like Portugal in this tournament. Portuguese coach Louis Felipe Scolari is going for a unique double having been in charge of the successful Brazil side in 2002, and will be looking for striker Pauleta (a springer in the top goalscorer market) to help his side conquer Angola. I never like suggesting betting -275 plays, but I see no reason why this line should not be around -350. This is a high scoring team, playing in a fast paced Group against a weaker Angola . On their way to qualifying for the World Cup, Portugal scored an impressive 35 goals, while only conceding 5 and destroyed Russia 7-1 in a statement game. It could be one of those games, as Portugal should beat Angola by 2-3 goals in this affair. I like Portugal at -275 in this game, but I much prefer the Over 2.5. BetWWTS has the Over at -110 and this is the best bet of the day.
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In the last World Cup in, the United States started to deliver the kind of performance expected from what many see as the "sleeping giant" of world soccer. They beat group favorites Portugal and Mexico before losing1-0 decision to tournament runner-up Germany in the quarterfinals.
And this year the U.S. are back and look to improve on that showing, even though they are in what is seen as the "Group of Death" (Group E). The group includes Italy and the Czech Republic. Bodog.com bookmakers have the U.S. at 4/1 to make it trough the group stages, and at 5/2 to win the group. However, the US is at 40/1 to win the World Cup.
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DORTMUND, June 10 (Reuters) - Sweden rued wasting a hatful of chances during their surprise 0-0 draw with World Cup Group B outsiders Trinidad & Tobago on Saturday, according to midfielder Kim Kallstrom.
'We had three, four, five completely open goals but could not score,' said Kallstrom, who came on in a double substitution with 12 minutes left. 'It was tough and it will be even tougher now. We will work very hard to win our next match,' he told reporters. Sweden's next game is on Thursday against Paraguay, who lost 1-0 to group leaders England earlier in the day. Coach Lars Lagerback heaped praise on Trinidad's 37-year-old goalkeeper Shaka Hislop, only playing because Kelvin Jack was injured in the warm-up. 'It was a disappointment, of course, we couldn't score,' said Lagerback. 'Their goalkeeper made some great saves. 'We were much better (than Trinidad) but they have some skill and defended very well. We played a very good game.' Midfielder Christian Wilhelmsson said: 'I don't know what it was, we had a lot of chances. It's frustrating.' Sweden now need maximum points against Paraguay in Berlin, said Lagerback. 'Paraguay played a good game (against England) but we now need to beat them.' Trinidad coach Leo Beenhakker was happy his team battled until the end after defender Avery John was sent off for a second caution a minute after halftime. 'They (Sweden) have a little bit more talent than we have but we never stopped fighting and stayed alive till the end,' said the Dutchman. 'I recognise the better chances went to Sweden. If you see their front line they have guys who play for Juventus, Anderlecht and Arsenal. We have guys who play for the smaller clubs in England.' With his side down to 10 men, Beenhakker caused a surprise by bringing on Cornell Glen for fellow striker Collin Samuel after 53 minutes. 'When a defender is sent off everyone expects you to bring on another defender. It was amazing it worked,' he said.
The Athletics hope they get more respect from the Yankees on Friday than they do from Vegas oddsmakers , who peg them as pups.
The Athletics start Danny Haren, 4-5, 3.75 ERA. His last trip was a no decision, a 2-1 team win against the Twins, when he threw 6 innings, allowing 0 runs on 3 hits.
Oakland takes its 29-31 mark to New York to battle the 35-23 Yankees today.
Oddsmakers like the Yankees in this one, opening the line at 155 in favor of New York. They are 35-23 this season, while the Athletics are 29-31. The total, which is 32-25-1 to the OVER in Yankees games and 28-31-1 in Athletics games, opened at 9.
Ken Macha's troops went to Cleveland last game and came away with a 4-1 win, a game that went under 11. Oddsmakers had them as underdogs in that one.
The Yankees lost to the Red Sox 9-3 as underdogs. That contest went over the closing total.
You can usually count on New York to get men on base as they rank top three in the league with 10.1 hits per game on the season. Oakland's pitchers need to keep this group in check.
Some trends to consider: Oakland is 1-4-0 OU in its last 5 games against New York Oakland is 1-4-0 SU in its last 5 games after scoring 4 to 6 runs Oakland is 2-6-0 OU in its last 8 games Oakland is 2-4-0 OU in its last 6 away New York is 6-1-0 OU in its last 7 games New York is 4-1-1 OU in its last 6 at home New York is 1-4-0 OU in its last 5 games against Oakland New York is 1-4-0 SU in its last 5 games after scoring 1 to 3 runs
Next up: Oakland at NY Yankees, Saturday, June 10 NY Yankees home to Oakland, Saturday, June 10
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Atlanta and Houston to start series - major league baseball
Houston looks to follow up last game's win over the Cubs with another Thursday at home. They send against John Thomson.
The Braves start John Thomson, 2-5, 4.63 ERA. His last trip was a loss, a 13-9 team loss against the Diamondbacks, when he threw 4 1/3 innings, allowing eight runs on 11 hits.
Atlanta brings a 29-31 overall mark (15-14 in the division) into this game versus a Houston team carrying a 29-31 record.
The Astros are favored slightly by the bookmakers, who opened the game at -120. They are 29-31 on the season, while the Braves bring a 29-31 mark to the table. The total has been set at 9.5.
Last time out, at Turner Field against Washington, the Braves as favorites lost to the Nationals 5-2. That game was an under play.
The Astros defeated the Cubs 1-0 as favorites. That contest went under the closing total.
Atlanta pitchers are charitable with the baserunners, giving up more hits per game than just about every team in the league. The Astros hitters could see a lot of good pitches to hit today.
Some trends to consider: Atlanta is 16-6-0 OU in its last 22 games away against Houston Atlanta is 11-4-0 OU in its last 15 away Atlanta is 5-0-0 OU in its last 5 games against Houston Houston is 5-0-0 OU in its last 5 games against Atlanta Houston is 16-6-0 OU in its last 22 games at home against Atlanta Houston is 1-4-0 SU in its last 5 games after scoring 1 to 3 runs Houston is 1-3-1 OU in its last 5 at home
Next up: Atlanta at Houston, Friday, June 9 Houston home to Atlanta, Friday, June 9
This is the world's largest sporting event, bigger even than the olympics and it comes every 4 years too. In the United States the overall interest is not as high as say Baseball or Football, but worldwide soccer is the leading sport. Europe, Asia, South America, Mexico and many other regions love soccer more than any other sport.
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Australia rounded off their FIFA World Cup™ preparations with a scrappy 3-1 win over Liechtenstein at the Ulmer Donaustadion in southern Germany on Wednesday.
The Socceroos were always in control of the match, dominating possession from the opening whistle, but squandered a series of scoring opportunities and needed late goals from Josh Kennedy and John Aloisi to seal victory.
The match failed to hit any great heights and provided few real clues about Australia's plans for their opening FIFA World Cup match against Japan on 12 June.
Coach Guus Hiddink made six changes to the side that started last weekend's 1-1 draw with the Netherlands, resting captain Mark Viduka and substituting Harry Kewell after 53 minutes.
Hiddink will be concerned about the way in which the European minnows managed to expose problems in the Australian defence.
The Socceroos gifted Liechtenstein an own goal in the seventh minute when Lucas Neill headed a seemingly innocuous free-kick past a sprawling Zeljko Kalac into the back of his own net. They almost leaked another after a mix-up between defender Tony Popovic and his goalkeeper.
Australia equalised in the 19th minute when Stan Lazaridis broke free down the left side and fired in a low cross that Mile Sterjovski was able to poke in and sealed victory with two more goals in the second half.
Kennedy, a towering striker who was a surprise selection in the squad, showed why he could loom as Australia's trump card against the Japanese when he climbed above two defenders to head a Brett Emerton cross into the net in the 74th minute.
Australia also took the aerial route for their final goal with Sterjovski providing the cross and John Aloisi heading into the corner.
Boston brings a 33-22 overall mark (23-15 in the division) into this game versus a New York team carrying a 34-22 record.
The Yankees are favored, opening as 155 chalk, with an opening total of 11. They are 34-22 this season and 31-24-1 OU. The Red Sox are 33-22 and are 32-22-1 OU.
New York was ripped for 5 runs last game by Boston's bats and Joe Torre needs a better effort to keep the Red Sox in check.
You can usually count on New York to get men on base as they rank top three in the league with 10.2 hits per game on the season. Boston's pitchers need to keep this group in check.
Some trends to consider:
Boston is 4-2-0 SU in its last 6 games after scoring 4 to 6 runs
Boston is 5-2-0 OU in its last 7 games away against New York
Boston is 12-4-0 OU in its last 16 games
Boston is 7-2-0 OU in its last 9 away
New York is 5-0-0 SU in its last 5 games after scoring more than 9 runs
New York is 5-0-0 OU in its last 5 games
New York is 6-1-0 OU in its last 7 games against Boston
New York is 5-2-0 OU in its last 7 games at home against Boston
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Pittsburgh looks to follow up last game's win over the Brewers with another Thursday at home. They send Paul Maholm against David Bush.
Sporting a 26-27 overall record and a 10-14 mark within the division, the Brewers aim to knock the Pirates (11-19 in the division) for a loss.
The betting line opened as a pick'em in this game, while the total opened at 10.
Ned Yost's troops went to Pittsburgh last game and came away with a 6-1 loss, a game that went under 9. Oddsmakers had them as favorites in that one.
The Pirates pitching staff isn't known for keeping hitters off the basepaths. Their hits-allowed-per-game ratio is in the bottom three of the National League.
Some trends to consider: Milwaukee is 1-4-0 SU in its last 5 games after scoring 1 to 3 runs Milwaukee is 3-6-0 OU in its last 9 games away against Pittsburgh Milwaukee is 4-2-0 OU in its last 6 games Milwaukee is 16-5-2 OU in its last 23 away Pittsburgh is 4-1-0 SU in its last 5 games after scoring 4 to 6 runs Pittsburgh is 5-2-0 OU in its last 7 at home Pittsburgh is 5-2-0 OU in its last 7 games Pittsburgh is 3-6-0 OU in its last 9 games at home against Milwaukee
Next up: Milwaukee home to Washington, Friday, June 2 Pittsburgh home to San Diego, Friday, June 2
Pittsburgh looks to follow up last game's win over the Brewers with another Thursday at home. They send Paul Maholm against David Bush.
Sporting a 26-27 overall record and a 10-14 mark within the division, the Brewers aim to knock the Pirates (11-19 in the division) for a loss.
The betting line opened as a pick'em in this game, while the total opened at 10.
Ned Yost's troops went to Pittsburgh last game and came away with a 6-1 loss, a game that went under 9. Oddsmakers had them as favorites in that one.
The Pirates pitching staff isn't known for keeping hitters off the basepaths. Their hits-allowed-per-game ratio is in the bottom three of the National League.
Some trends to consider: Milwaukee is 1-4-0 SU in its last 5 games after scoring 1 to 3 runs Milwaukee is 3-6-0 OU in its last 9 games away against Pittsburgh Milwaukee is 4-2-0 OU in its last 6 games Milwaukee is 16-5-2 OU in its last 23 away Pittsburgh is 4-1-0 SU in its last 5 games after scoring 4 to 6 runs Pittsburgh is 5-2-0 OU in its last 7 at home Pittsburgh is 5-2-0 OU in its last 7 games Pittsburgh is 3-6-0 OU in its last 9 games at home against Milwaukee
Next up: Milwaukee home to Washington, Friday, June 2 Pittsburgh home to San Diego, Friday, June 2