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Date | Match Up | Rating | Score | Result | Profit | Lead Time | Analysis |
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04-18-19 | Reds v. Padres OVER 7.5 | 4-1 | Loss | -103 | 30 h 48 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Reds/Padres over. Key Trends: - The Reds have seen the total go “over” in 70 of their last 30 after playing two or more straight road games. - The Padres have seen the total go over in 46 of their last 76 after scoring three runs or less in two straight games. The verdict: Both Tanner Roark of the Reds and Chris Paddack of the Padres have been sharp to open the year. The Reds and Padres have struggled with offensive consistency as well, but I expect this one to sneak past this low number. The trends and the overall situation points to a higher-scoring slug-fest here. Play the over! |
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04-18-19 | Phillies v. Rockies +101 | 2-6 | Win | 101 | 28 h 18 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Rockies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Zach Eflin’s road record in Colorado. He’s 1-2 with a 9.20 ERA in three career starts in Colorado. Both Eflin and Kyle Freeland had decent season debuts, but since then each has struggled considerable. Note though that Freeland was an impressive 10-2 with a 2.40 ERA at home last year, which is saying something obviously considering it’s Coors Field we’re talking about. Key Trends: - The Phillies are just 8-12 (-4.9 units) in their last 20 off a one run victory over a division rival. - The Rockies are 22-12 (+18.3 units) in their last 34 off an upset win over a division rival as an underdog. The verdict: I like Freeland to get the better of Eflin. Great value on the one side in my opinion! |
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04-18-19 | Blue Jays v. Twins -165 | 7-4 | Loss | -165 | 21 h 48 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Twins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Michael Pineda. The Jays took the first two games of this series, but the Twins bounced back with a victory on Wednesday. With a chance to earn the split and with the superior starter (in my opinion) on the hill, I think the home side gets the job done here. Clay Buccholz has been decent in the early going for Toronto, but this will be a tough test for him. Twins’ starter Pineda though has walked just two batters over 15 innings this year, while striking out 15. Key Trends: - Toronto is still just 3-6 on the road this season. - The Jays are 48-65 the L2 years after three or more straight road games. - The Twins are 60-41 the L2 years as a home favorite of -110 or higher. The verdict: I like Pineda in this matchup. Lay the price with confidence! |
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04-17-19 | Indians -132 v. Mariners | 1-0 | Win | 100 | 26 h 4 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Cleveland Indians. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Favorable pitching matchup for Indians’ starter Carlos Carrasco. Yes Carrasco has gotten out to a terrible 1-2, 12.60 ERA record, but I think it’s too early to push the panic button for the Indians’ ace. Carrasco had a 2.62 ERA on the road last year and he gets a favorable matchup facing Eric Swanson (0-0, 9.00), who makes his first start of the year. Key Trends: - Cleveland is 4-1 this year vs. teams with winning records. - The Mariners are 22-35 (-8.3 units) the L2 years as a home underdog. The verdict: The M’s are in “free fall” right now. Look for Carrasco to step up and take advantage! Lay the price! |
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04-17-19 | Mets v. Phillies UNDER 9 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 20 h 30 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the under Mets/Phillies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Jake Arrieta. Yes the Phillies won 14-3 yesterday. Yes Mets’ starter Zach Wheeler is just 1-1 with a 7.54 ERA to open the year. But Arrieta is locked in at 2-1 with a 2.25 ERA. After yesterday’s “slug-fest,” I expect a much lower-scoring pitchers duel this time around. Key Trends: - New York has seen the total go under in five of its last six after a road blowout loss of ten points or more vs. a division opponent. - The Phillies have seen the total dip under in four of their last five off a win of ten runs or more vs. a division rival. The verdict: Wheeler is hungry for a victory, while Arrieta is firing on all cylinders. This number is high, play the under! |
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04-16-19 | Blue Jays v. Twins -143 | Top | 6-5 | Loss | -143 | 28 h 31 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Minnesota Twins. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Twins’ dominance vs. right-handed starters (8-5, +4.3 units). Minnesota let yesterday’s series opener get away late, but I think they’ll take advantage of Aaron Sanchez, who has opened up hot at home, but who has to prove himself on the road. Kyle Gibson is coming off a career year and after a terrible starts, there’s only one direction he can go. Good value on the hungry home side here. Key Trends: - Minnesota is already 4-0 (+5.7 units) this season after a loss. - Toronto is a terrible 2-10 (-10 units) vs. right-handed starters this year. The verdict: Expect the home side to bounce back after yesterday’s collapse. Lay the price! |
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04-16-19 | Giants v. Nationals UNDER 8 | 7-3 | Loss | -103 | 27 h 57 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the under Giants/Nationals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Giants own a league-worst team batting average of .199. The Nationals are at only .260. While Stephen Strasburg and Dereck Rodriguez have struggled at times to open the year, I think the stage is set for these hungry and capable starters to step up and go deep against each other tonight. Key Trends: - San Francisco has seen the total go under in five of its last six vs. right-handed starters. - Washington has seen the total go under in 28 of its last 48 after scoring four runs or less in three straight games. The verdict: Expect these starters to be the main story lines in tomorrows summaries. Play the under! |
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04-15-19 | Orioles v. Red Sox -1.5 | Top | 8-1 | Loss | -135 | 18 h 59 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Red Sox on the Run Line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Lop-sided pitching mismatch. Dan Straily is 0-1 with a 19.79 ERA and 3.21 WHIP. He’s being forced into action out of necessity for the Orioles. Boston’s Hector Velazquez is 0-0 with a 2.79 ERA , most recently going three scoreless innings in relief vs. the hard-hitting Diamondbacks last weekend. Key Trends: - Baltimore is 44-68 (-12.5 units) the L2 years in all day games (including only 3-5 this season). - Boston is still 45-13 (+19 units) the L2 years as a home favorite in the -175 to -250 range. The verdict: I’m laying the 1.5 runs for the near pick em price and expecting a blowout of epic proportions! |
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04-14-19 | Cardinals -120 v. Reds | Top | 9-5 | Win | 100 | 23 h 0 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Cards’ starter Miles Mikolas. So far he’s 1-1 with a 6.19 ERA. Mikolas comes in off a hard-fought win over the Dodgers, giving up three runs over six innings. Last year though he was 2-0 with a 2.50 ERA vs. the Reds. The Cards bounce back after yesterday’s loss in my opinion. Reds’ starter Anthony DeSclafani is 0-1 with a 6.75 ERA and he has a five game losing streak dating back to last year. Key Trends: - Cincinnati is just 0-5 in DeSclafani’s last five starts vs. teams with an above .500 record. - St. Louis is 9-1 in Mikolas’ last ten starts following a quality start in his previous appearance. The Cards are 6-1 in their last seven road starts. The verdict: I think Mikolas’ 2019 progression continues in this favorable matchup. Play on the Cards! |
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04-13-19 | Phillies -150 v. Marlins | Top | 3-10 | Loss | -150 | 28 h 24 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Philadelphia Phillies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Starting pitching. MLB handicapping is all about starting pitching and in this case, I love the red hot Zach Eflin (2-0, 0.75 ERA) to get the better of his counterpart Caleb Smith (0-0, 4.09). The Phillies crushed the Marlins 9-1 on Friday and all signs point to a short night for Smith here. Key Trends: - Philadelphia is 7-4 (+1.2 units) as a favorite in the -125 to -175 range this season. - The Phillies are 45-37 (+18.3 units) the L2 years vs. southpaws. - The Fish are already only 2-6 (-3.4 units) this season as home underdog. The verdict: Look for Eflin’s hot start to carry over and lay the price with confidence! |
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04-12-19 | Angels v. Cubs -153 | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 23 h 35 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Chicago Cubs. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Mike Trout injured. The Halos have won six straight, but they hit the road without slugger Mike Trout for at least one game. That’s significant in this otherwise evenly matched contest. I’ll look for Cole Hamels to build off his first win of the year and I look for the vet to slow down the surging visiting side. Key Trends: - LA is 76-92 (-6.4 units) the L2 years on the road, including just 1-5 this season. - The Cubs are 11-5 (+6.3 units) in their last 16 after having lost six or seven of their last eight games. The verdict: I think the Angels struggle in the first game of this National League format. Lay the price with confidence! |
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04-11-19 | Pirates v. Cubs -146 | Top | 0-2 | Win | 100 | 29 h 28 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Chicago Cubs. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Jayson Heyward. The Cubs’ slugger is on fire now, hitting .371 after yesterday’s four hit performance, including a home run. The Cubs have yet to actually win a series this year, but I think the home side finds a way to get the job done here. Joe Musgrove has admittedly looked better than Jose Quintana early, but the sample size is still way too small to draw any real conclusions at this point. Each has had success vs. their opponent. Look for the hungry home side to deliver the goods. Key Trends: - Pittsburgh is a horrible 49-79 (-11.8 units) the L2 years as a road underdog. - Chicago is 28-16 (+2.4 units) in its last 44 in revenging a loss vs. an opponent as a home favorite of -150 or higher. The verdict: It won’t be hard for Quintana to put together his best effort of the year. Expect him to do that and for the Cubs to deliver the support for his first victory! |
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04-11-19 | Dodgers v. Cardinals +125 | 7-11 | Win | 125 | 23 h 9 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. The Cards have won the first three games of this series and four straight overall. Let’s call the starters, Walker Buehler and Michael Wacha, a “wash” in this one. I think that the Dodgers’ hot start is definitely over and I look for the surging Cardinals to keep the foot on the gas here with another solid win. Key Trends: - LA is a poor 16-19 (-18.7 units) in its last 35 after three or more consecutive losses. - St. Louis is 17-11 (+4.5 units) in its last 28 after allowing two runs or less in two straight games. The verdict: Great line value for sure here. Play on Wacha and the home side! |
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04-10-19 | Dodgers v. Cardinals -107 | Top | 2-7 | Win | 100 | 27 h 37 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. The red hot Dodgers have lost back-to-back games in St. Louis, including getting shutout yesterday. I think the Cardinals continue to build momentum here. For arguments sakes, let’s call Kenta Maeda and Joe Flaherty a “wash” in this one (truly it wouldn’t be difficult to write a convincing argument for either of these talented starters to come out on top of this one.) The Dodgers’ bats have cooled off and clearly the Cards are trending in the opposite direction. Also note that the St. Louis bullpen has a 3.49 ERA this season. Key Trends: - LA just 2-7 in its last nine when the money line in the contest is between +125 and -125. - St. Louis is already 3-1 (+2.1 units) in all night games this year. The verdict: Overall I believe we’re getting fantastic value on the home side in this matchup! |
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04-10-19 | Padres v. Giants +100 | 3-1 | Loss | -100 | 23 h 38 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the San Francisco Giants. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Improved offense. For arguments sakes, let’s call Rodriguez and Margevicius a “wash” in this one. San Francisco’s bats are finally waking up after a slow start to the season, scoring five runs in Monday’s loss and seven runs in Tuesday’s win. Key Trends: - San Diego is just 3-4 (-1.2 units) already vs. right-handed starters. - San Francisco is 42-30 (+16.9 units) in its last 73 after having lost six of their last seven eight games. The verdict: I think the Giants are the correct call, the very definition of “great line value” in my professional opinion! |
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04-10-19 | Rays -139 v. White Sox | 9-1 | Win | 100 | 22 h 9 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Tampa Bay Rays. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. Starting pitching. Two key “angles” working in favor of Tampa today. The Rays are looking for a sweep of the struggling White Sox today and they have to be feeling confident sending Tyler Glasnow to the hill, as he’s given up just one run over 11 innings of work this year for a Rays team which is now 9-3 to open 2019 (interesting to note that the Rays are 45-22 since August 1st, the best record in MLB in that span.) The home side goes with Reynaldo Lopez, who is 0-1 with a 10.00 ERA over three starts. Key Trends: - Tampa is already 3-1 on the road this season. - The White Sox are only 34-52 the L2 years as a home dog of +125 or higher. The verdict: With the above two “key angles” firmly working in favor of the Rays in this one, I absolutely believe that the visitors are well worth the price of admission in this particular matchup. Lay it! |
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04-09-19 | Brewers -117 v. Angels | Top | 8-11 | Loss | -117 | 30 h 32 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Milwaukee Brewers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Starting pitching. For arguments sakes, let’s call these hard-hitting line-ups a “wash.” However, one of these starters has looked decent to open the season, while the other has looked like a complete “gas can.” I think those trends carry over here. After last night’s loss, this is a perfect spot for Freddy Peralta (1-0, 3.27 ERA) to continue to progress, as he’d give up two hits over eight shutout frames while also striking out 11 with no walks vs. the Reds on Wednesday. The Angels’ Matt Harvey (0-1, 9.00) on the other hand just gave up eight earned runs off ten hits over four innings to the Rangers. Key Trends: - Milwaukee is 6-1 (+4.7 units) already this year as a favorite of -110 or higher. - The Angels 0-3 (-3 units) this season as an underdog in the +100 to +150 range. The verdict: Every points to a lop-sided pitching mismatch. Play on the Brewers! |
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04-09-19 | Nationals v. Phillies -120 | 10-6 | Loss | -120 | 27 h 31 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Philadelphia Phillies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home field advantage. last year the Nats’ Stephen Strasburg was 10-7 with a 3.74 ERA overall, but Phillies’ starter Aaron Nola, who was 17-6 with a 2.37 ERA last season, was dominant at home. After an uncharacteristic slow start to the year, I think Nola uses friendly confines to produce his best effort thus far. Nola allowed three homers in the Nation’s capital last week, but he gets his revenge here at home. Key Trends: - Washington is already a money-burning 2-4 (-2.2 units) this season when the money line in the contest is set between -125 and +125. - Philadelphia is 61-35 (+14.5 units) the L2 years as a home favorite of -110 or higher. The verdict: Revenge is a dish best served cold. Lay the reasonable price! |
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04-09-19 | Marlins v. Reds -152 | 0-14 | Win | 100 | 26 h 8 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Cincinnati Reds. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Luis Castillo. MLB handicapping comes down to the starting (primarily) and in this case, I definitely feel that Luis Castillo could/should in fact be a much larger favorite here. Marlins’ starter Jose Urena is 0-2 with a 10.38 ERA, having given up ten earned runs over his first 8.2 innings of work. Castillo is 0-1 with a 1.42 ERA and he has 20 K’s over his first 15 frames. Key Trends: - Miami is 51-93 (-15.4 units) the L2 years as a road dog. - The Reds are a money-making 19-17 (+5.4 units) in their last 36 when playing with a day off. The verdict: Expect home field to be a major advantage between these two struggling clubs. Lay the price! |
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04-08-19 | Mariners -125 v. Royals | Top | 13-5 | Win | 100 | 26 h 15 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Seattle Mariners. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Red hot bats. Seattle has come out as the early leader in the offensive department and I think that carries over here vs. the volatile Homer Bailey. Mariners’ starter Felix Hernandez has been relegated to the fifth starter position, but he’s opened with a strong 1-0, 1.69 ERA and I believe he’ll carry that momentum over here vs. Bailey, who is 0-0 with a 5.40 ERA. Key Trends: - Seattle is already 7-2 (+5.5 units) vs. right-handed starters. - Kansas City is 4-9 (-4.5 units) off three straight losses vs. division rivals. The verdict: This one has blowout written all over it. All things considered, an awesome price in my estimation. Lay it! |
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04-08-19 | Rays v. White Sox UNDER 7.5 | 5-1 | Win | 104 | 20 h 11 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the under Rays/White Sox. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - The starting pitchers. For the most part MLB comes down to the starting pitching and in this case, I think these two competent hurlers will battle deep into the latter frames. The starters: The Rays’ Blake Snell (1-1, 3.46 ERA) looked terrible in his opener, but the lefty easily recovered in his second outing, giving up on runs, on two hits with one walk while striking out 13 in a victory over the Rockies on Tuesday. The White Sox’ Carlos Rodon (1-1, 1.59) who gave up one unearned run off two hits while striking out nine and walking one over six innings in a win over the Tribe on Wednesday. So far Rodon has 15 K’s to open the year. Key Trends: - Tampa has seen the total go under in 18 of its last 30 as a road favorite of -125 or highers. - Chicago has seen the total go under in 11 of its last 17 after allowing 12 runs or more in its previous contest. The verdict: This one has “duel” written all over it. Play the under! |
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04-07-19 | Blue Jays v. Indians -150 | Top | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 22 h 15 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cleveland Indians. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home field advantage. Honestly it wouldn’t be too difficult to write a convincing argument for Marcus Stroman to continue his hot start and for the Jays to score the minor upset on the road here. But I don’t see it happening vs. Mike Clevinger, who is 0-0 with a 0.00 ERA, who struck out 12 over seven scoreless in an unfortunate no-decision vs. the White Sox on Monday. Key Trends: - Toronto is a terrible 18-37 (-11.1 units) in its last 55 as a road underdog in the +125 to +175 range. - Cleveland is 77-46 (+5.6 units) the L2 years in all day games. The verdict: I’m banking on the Tribe doing just enough to give Clevinger his first win of the season. Lay the price with confidence! |
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04-07-19 | Yankees v. Orioles +157 | 15-3 | Loss | -100 | 22 h 10 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Baltimore Orioles. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Injuries catch up to the Yanks. Coming into this series the Yankees had struggled at the plate, mostly due to injury issues. New york though has come alive over the first two games of this series, smashing seven homers and scoring 14 runs. But I think the home side offers great value here to bounce back and salvage the finale. These young starters (Yankees go with Domingo German, 1-0, 0.00 ERA, while the Orioles turn to David Hess, 1-0, 0.00 ERA) are a wash in my opinion. But I think the injuries to sluggers Giancarlo Stanton and Didi Gregorius finally catch up to The Evil Empire this afternoon. Key Trends: - The Yanks are still just 3-4 (-7.6 units) this year as a favorite of -150 or higher. - Baltimore is still 4-2 (+6.9 units) this season as an underdog of +150 or more. The verdict: Look for the hungry home side to find a way to get the job done at the end of the afternoon. Great value on the Orioles! |
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04-06-19 | Dodgers v. Rockies +130 | Top | 7-2 | Loss | -100 | 28 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Colorado Rockies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Enough is enough! The Rockies are 18-4 vs. every NL West club since last September, but only 1-7 vs. the Dodgers. After yesterday’s 10-6 series opening loss, I like the home side to finally break through with a win here. I’m calling Walker Buehler and Jon Gray a “wash” on the mound. Key Trends: - Note though that Colorado is 89-74 (+29.7 units) the L2 years vs. teams with winning records. - The Dodgers are just 2-7 in their last nine road games after scoring ten or more runs in their previous outing. The verdict: I like the hungry home side to bounce back here. Great value on the Rockies! |
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04-06-19 | Padres v. Cardinals -122 | 6-4 | Loss | -122 | 22 h 10 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Cards starter Michael Wacha’s history of success vs. the Friars. Padres rookie Chris Paddack looked great in his first start of the year, but clearly he faces a stiff challenge in this difficult road venue. Wacha has “owned” the Padres over the years, going 3-0 with a 2.32 ERA in five career starts, holding them to nine runs on 24 hits with 20 K’s spanning 31 frames of work. Key Trends: - San Diego is 64-72 (-7.2 units) the L2 years (including 1-2, -1.5 units this year) when the obey line in the contest is set between -125 and +125. - St. Louis is 85-65 in its last 150 with a money line between -100 and -150. The verdict: I like Wacha to continue his success at home vs. the Padres. Lay the price! |
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04-06-19 | Reds v. Pirates -123 | 5-6 | Win | 100 | 22 h 30 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Pittsburgh Pirates. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Pitching mismatch. Great line value here on what I think is the much “hotter” pitcher. The Pirates’ Trevor Williams is 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA to open the year, while the Reds’ Tanner Roark is trying to find his footing for his new team, opening 0-0 with a 6.23 ERA. Williams faced the Reds in his only game this year just last week and held them to three hits over six scoreless with six K’s, while also driving in two runs in the 5-0 victory. Key Trends: - The Reds are just 53-73 (-11 units) the L2 years in all “day” games. - The Pirates are 37-22 (+6.6 units) the L2 years as a home fav in the -125 to -175 range. The verdict: In my professional opinion, this line could/should easily be much larger. Play on the Pirates! |
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04-05-19 | Twins v. Phillies -143 | Top | 4-10 | Win | 100 | 26 h 3 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Philadelphia Phillies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Home field advantage. I think it’s going to matter in this early interleague series. Each team has jumped out to a hot 4-1 start, but Philadelphia benefits here in this early cross over match-up. Philadelphia starter Nick Pivetta is 0-0 with a 7.71 ERA after giving up four runs off eight hits and one walk over 4.2 innings in a no-decision to the Braves on Saturday. The Twin’s Odorizzi is 0-0 with a 1.50 ERA after giving up one run on one hit over six innings in a loss to the Tribe on Saturday. The Indians have opened the season in a clear hitting slump, so I’m taking his performance with a grain of salt right now. Last year Odorizzi was an unremarkable 7-10 with a 4.49 ERA. The starters are a “wash,” but I do definitely feel that “home field” will play a major factor in the final outcome. Key Trends: - Minnesota is notorious for having letdowns in this spot, going just 26-29 (-3.4 units) in its last 55 after having won four of its last five games. - Philadelphia is 27-11 (+8.3 units) as a favorite of -150 or more. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, lay the price with confidence! |
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04-05-19 | Padres v. Cardinals -147 | 5-3 | Loss | -147 | 48 h 34 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the St. Louis Cardinals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Key Trends: Analysis posted shortly. |
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04-05-19 | Dodgers v. Rockies UNDER 10.5 | 10-6 | Loss | -105 | 23 h 14 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the under Dodgers/Rockies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Competent starting pitching. For the most part MLB handicapping comes down to the starting pitching and in this case, I like these two starters to battle deep, despite having to do so in the thin air of Coors Field. The Dodgers hand the ball to Kenta Maeda, who is 1-0 with a 4.05 ERA. Maeda wasn’t at his best in his season debut, giving up three runs (all homers) off five hits over seven innings vs. the Diamondbacks on Saturday. He struck out six and walked two. Maeda struck out 11.0 per nine innings last year and he posted even better strikeout rates during Spring Training. The Rockies’ Tyler Anderson is 0-1 with a 9.00 ERA after his first start. Anderson gave up five runs off nine hits over five innings in a loss to the Marlins on Friday. He didn’t have the sharpest spring, but he was tough at home last year, finishing with a very respectable 4.15 ERA in 15 games thrown in front of the home town crowd. Key Trends: - LA has seen the total go under in 18 of its last 26 after two straight wins by two runs or less. - The Rockies have seen the total dip under in 68 of its last 108 “day” games. The verdict: Two competent and hungry starters square off. This number is a little high in my professional opinion, play the under! |
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04-04-19 | Cubs +108 v. Braves | 4-9 | Loss | -100 | 8 h 16 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Chicago Cubs. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Make or break. For both the Chicago Cubs and starter Yu Darvish. Darvish is coming off an injury plagued first year with Chicago and he owns a 5.65 ERA with it overall. Darvish is coming off a poor opening start and he’ll try to take advantage of Max Fried (0-0, 0.00 ERA), who makes his first start of the year. The Cubs let a late 4-2 advantage go to waste late last night, but I expect them to salvage the finale of this three-game set. Key Trends: - Chicago is still 45-23 (+13.3 units) in its last 78 after a loss by two runs or less. - The Braves are a poor 41-44 (-13.5 units) in their last 85 as a home favorite in the -100 to -150 range. The verdict: I like Darvish to out duel his counterpart and for the hungry Cubs to step up and deliver some production. Play on Chicago! |
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04-04-19 | Blue Jays v. Indians -160 | 1-4 | Win | 100 | 25 h 29 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Cleveland Indians. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Indians’ pitcher Trevor Bauer. For the most part MLB handicapping comes down to the starting pitching Aaron Sanchez went 5 2/3’s scoreless vs. the Tigers in his debut, but the book is still out on the hard-throwing right-hander after back-to-back injury plagued campaigns. The Indians’ Bauer was 12-6 with a 2.21 ERA last year and he gave up one run and one walk over seven frames with nine K’s in a no-decision vs. the Twins in his 2019 opener. Key Trends: - Toronto is just 18-36 (-10.1 units) the last two years as a road dog in the +125 to +175 range. - The Indians are interestingly 62-36 in their last 98 after three consecutive games vs. a division rival. The verdict: I think the “light-hitting” Jays have met their match today in Bauer. Look for the hungry home side to find a way to get the job done and lay the price with confidence! |
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04-04-19 | Nationals v. Mets -127 | 4-0 | Loss | -127 | 20 h 29 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the New York Mets. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Atrocious bullpen play. Stephen Strasburg and Noah Syndergaard have already squared off against each other and both looked poor, allowing four runs over six innings. However the Nationals’ bullpen has been a disaster of late, as the combination of Trevor Rosenthal, Tony Sipp and Kyle Barraclough have combined for a 24.75 ERA over five innings of work this year. Key Trends: - Washington is a poor 60-63 (-29.8 units) the last two years in all “day” games. - New York is 3-0 (+3.3 units) in its last three after sweeping a three game series on the road vs. a division rival. The verdict: I like Syndergaard to get the job done at home. Lay the price! |
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04-03-19 | Mets v. Marlins +1.5 | 6-4 | Loss | -100 | 24 h 36 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Marlins on the run-line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - I’m expecting these competent starters to battle deep. That’s my “key angle” for this contest. I think these two “studs” will both throw into the latter frames and in a contest which I envision being decided late or even in extras, I’m going to recommend laying the pick-em price for the extra 1.5 runs. The Mets’ Jacob deGrom (1-0, 0.00 ERA) has been one of the best over the last two years, but note that he was 0-2 with a 3.12 ERA with two no-decisions in four starts vs. Miami in 2018 (owned a 1.51 ERA vs. the rest of the league.) Also note that deGrom was 0-1 with a 5.25 ERA in his two starts at Marlins Park. The Marlins’ Trevor Richards gave up one run off four hits while striking out four over six innings in a loss to the Rockies on Friday. Key Trends: - The Mets are just 29-37 (-13 units) the last two years after a win by two runs or less (won 6-5 yesterday) - The Marlins are 11-5 in their last 16 after two or more consecutive losses. The verdict: For all the reasons listed above, grab the Marlins on the run line! |
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04-03-19 | Brewers v. Reds -111 | Top | 1-0 | Loss | -111 | 18 h 8 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cincinnati Reds. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Reds starter Luis Castillo. He’s 2-1 with a 3.08 ERA and 3 K’s and seven walks spanning 26 1/3 lifetime innings vs. the Brewers. He was sharp in a no-decision vs. the Pirates in his first start of the year, striking out eight over 5 2/3’s innings in a no-decision. The Brewers counter with second year pro Freddy Peralta, who showed a lot of promise last season, but who gave up four runs off six hits with three walks and three K’s in a loss to the Cards in his debut. Key Trends: - The Brewers are just 2-9 in their last 11 on the road following a three-games or more unbeaten streak. - Cincinnati is a money-making 51-46 (+5.2 units) at home when the money line is between +125 and -125. The verdict: Castillo is the difference in my opinion. Great value on the hungry home side! |
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04-02-19 | Giants v. Dodgers UNDER 7 | 5-6 | Loss | -101 | 29 h 17 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the under Giants/Dodgers. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent form displayed by the starting pitchers today. Recent form is the best indicator we have to properly judge starting pitchers and in this case, each of tonight’s starters comes in off a great opening performance. I find no reason not to believe they can’t carry that momentum over here. The Giants’ Madison Bumgarner (0-1, 2.57 ERA) gave up two runs off five hits while striking out nine over seven innings in a 2-0 loss to San Diego in his opener, while the Dodgers’ Hyun-Jin Ryu (1-0, 1.50) gave up four hits and one earned run while striking out eight with no walks in a win over the Diamondbacks on Thursday. Key Trends: - The Giants have seen the total go under the number in 78 of its last 129 following a victory. - The Dodgers have seen the total dip under in 70 of its last 125 following a loss. The verdict: All signs point to these vets battling deep. Play the under! |
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04-02-19 | Diamondbacks v. Padres -104 | Top | 8-5 | Loss | -104 | 29 h 16 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on San Diego Padres. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Recent form. The Diamondbacks Zack Greinke gave up seven runs off seven hits over 3 2/3’s innings in a loss to the Dodgers in his opener, while the Padres’ Eric Lauer held the Giants scoreless on four hits with three K’s over six innings. Key Trends: - Arizona is just 2-7 in its last one off a win of six runs or more vs. a division rival. - San Diego is 27-22 (+14.1 units) in its last 49 after a loss by six runs or more. The verdict: I think we’re getting a great price here on the “hotter” pitcher. Lay it! |
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04-02-19 | Red Sox -163 v. A's | 0-1 | Loss | -163 | 29 h 14 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Boston Red Sox. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Slow start needs to end! Enough is enough for the Red Sox! Chris Sale was also torched by the Mariners in his opening start (uncharacteristically was shelled for three home runs. To be fair, the M’s are hitting the cover off the ball right now and they also crushed A’s starter Mike Fiers in Japan in his first start as well.) After starting 1-4, I think the visitors “come to play” with their bonafide “ace” on the hill. Key Trends: - Boston is 27-14 (+9.8 units) in its last 41 after having lost three of its last four games. - Oakland is just 4-8 (-4.9 units) after allowing one run or less in two straight games. The verdict: After signing a massive contract last month and following his terrible 2019 opener, I look for the flame-thrower Sale to settle down here and easily out duel his volatile counterpart. Lay the price with confidence! |
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04-01-19 | Red Sox -134 v. A's | Top | 0-7 | Loss | -134 | 29 h 9 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Boston Red Sox. The matchup on the mound: Boston produced 24 runs, but went just 1-3 in its 2019 Opening series in Seattle. The A’s opened their campaign in Japan with an 0-2 effort vs. the M’s, but they’d go 3-1 in their most recent home stand vs. the Angels. Oakland’s top notch starting pitching has led the charge, but with Aaron Brooks taking the mound, I look for Boston’s big bats to take advantage. Brooks pitched just three times in MLB last year and he really hasn’t thrown a pitch that’s meant anything since 2015. He’s faced the Red Sox once and he’d give up three runs off six hits over 3 1/3’s innings. Boston counters with David Price, who has gone 4-3 with a 3.31 ERA in ten career starts vs. the A’s. The verdict: This one is based entirely on the starting pitchers for me and in my opinion, Price could/should in fact be a much larger fav in this spot. Lay it! |
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04-01-19 | Cubs v. Braves +102 | 0-8 | Win | 102 | 26 h 13 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Atlanta Braves. The matchup on the mound: Both teams have not gotten out to the starts that they’d have liked to, as Chicago is 1-2, while ATL is 0-3. I don’t think that the home field advantage can be overlooked as a very real deciding factor in this particular matchup. The Cubs turn to Kyle Hendricks, who was 14-11 with a 3.44 ERA in 2018, while the home side counters with Sean Newcomb, who was 12-9 with a 3.90 ERA. Newcomb faced Chicago once last year and received a no-decision after giving up two earned runs over 5 1/3’s innings, posting seven K’s and four walks. Hendricks hasn’t faced the Braves since 2017. The verdict: Both of these starters come in off poor spring showings, but after going winless in their first series, I think the Braves find a way to get the job done here. Great overall line value on the hungry home side! |
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04-01-19 | Mets v. Marlins +1.5 | 7-3 | Loss | -147 | 11 h 13 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Marlins on the run line. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Key Trends: Analysis posted shortly. |
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04-01-19 | Brewers v. Reds -119 | 4-3 | Loss | -119 | 26 h 43 m | Show | |
Ricky's 9* play on the Cincinnati Reds. The matchup on the mound: After winning three of four over the Cardinals to open the year, I think the Brewers will take a step back on the road vs. the 1-1 Reds. Milwaukee hands the ball to Zach Davies, who is 33-25 with a pedestrian 4.04 ERA over his last four seasons of work. Note that he was just 2-7 with a 4.77 ERA over 13 starts last year. The Reds trot out the newly acquired Tanner Roark, who after seven seasons has posted a respectable 3.59 ERA. Note that he’s 4-2 lifetime vs. Milwaukee with a 2.68 ERA. The verdict: Christian Yellich has been a monster for the Brewers early, but many Reds have had success vs. Davies, including Jose Peraza (5 for 15 with a home run), Scott Schebler (4 for 11 with two dingers) and Joey Votto (9 for 23 with a homer.) I like Roark here. Lay the short price! |
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04-01-19 | Tigers v. Yankees -210 | 1-3 | Win | 100 | 26 h 38 m | Show | |
Ricky's 6* play on the Yankees. The matchup on the mound: No upsets here as I think the Yanks’ could easily be much larger favs. Detroit’s Tyson Ross: Ross opens as the fifth starter in the rotation for his new team. Ross had a terrible spring, giving up 15 runs over 21 innings of work. The Yanks’ counter with Domingo German, who was 2-6 with a 5.57 ERA as a starter for New York last season. He was much better as a reliever, posting a 3.12 ERA over 17.1 innings to go along with a sharp 11.9 K/9. The verdict: German is being forced into a starters role out of necessity, but I still think he brings more to the table here than his counterpart. I’ll lay the price and expect New York’s sluggers to be the difference in the end! |
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03-31-19 | Braves v. Phillies UNDER 9 | Top | 1-5 | Win | 100 | 24 h 57 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the under Braves/Phillies. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Pitchers duel. The Phillies have opened up 2-0 to open the year and they’ll be out for the perfect sweep with Jake Arrieta on the mound. The visitors will be desperate to avoid the sweep and they counter with Kevin Wright. But after yesterday’s 8-6 Phillies’ win on Saturday, I’m expecting these competent hurlers to battle deep and for this one to ultimately fall under once it’s all said and done. The match-up on the mound: Wright got destroyed in his final spring tune-up, perhaps getting caught looking ahead to the regular season. But before allowing six runs on four hits over one inning to the Rays, he’d been nearly un-hittable. Despite the “hiccup” he had a strong 18/4 K/BB over 12.2 innings of work (note that he had a 2.51 ERA, 0.82 WHIP and a 28/8 K/W over 28.2 innings at Triple-A before joining the Braves last September as well.) Arrieta has something to prove. He penned a $75 million dollar deal with Philadelphia and then posted a sub-par 3.96 ERA and 1.29 WHIP last season. Arrieta had mixed success in spring, but his 16/4 K/W was definitely encouraging. The verdict: After yesterday’s “slug-fest,” look for these “studs” to throw into the latter frames. Play the under! |
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03-31-19 | Mets v. Nationals -130 | 5-6 | Win | 100 | 18 h 29 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Washington Nationals. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. Better pitcher? I think so anyways. Clearly the Nationals are going to be eager to “get off the schneid” after starting the season 0-2 to the Mets. Wheeler was excellent last year, but I like Phil Corbrin in this spot. Match-up on the mound: Wheeler is 4-8 with a 4.37 ERA vs. Washington. Corbin is only 1-4 with a 5.10 ERA lifetime against the Mets. Corbin has come over from the Diamondbacks after being their for six years and he’d finish 11-7 with a 3.17 ERA overall last season. Overall Corbin finished with a very respectable 19:3 K:W over 24 spring innings. Wheeler on the other hand was crushed in his final spring tune up, giving up five runs, including three home runs. Overall he’d finish spring with a 10:4 K/W and a poor 4.80 ERA. The verdict: I think this is a great price on a desperate home side and a pitcher with something to prove. Lay it with confidence! |
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03-30-19 | Cubs v. Rangers UNDER 10 | Top | 6-8 | Loss | -115 | 30 h 54 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cubs/Rangers under. The Pitchers: Cubs’ Yu Darvish: Darvish spent the first five years of his career as a member of the Rangers. After going 10-12 with a 3.86 ERA in 2017 for the Dodgers, Darvish had an injury plagued 2018 which saw him go just 1-3 with a 4.95 ERA. Darvish had a decent spring and comes in 100% healthy and ready to go. To say this is a “make or break” season for the 32 year old would be an understatement. Rangers’ Edinson Volquez: Volquez will be on a short leash here after Tommy John surgery last year. Last season the veteran was just 4-8 with Miami, despite a respectable 3.99 ERA. Key Trends: - The Cubs have seen the total go under the number in 40 of their last 65 on the road with a money line in the -100 to -150 range. - The Rangers have seen the total go under in ten of 15 after allowing 12 runs or more. The verdict: These teams had a night off on Friday after the Cubs took the first game of this series 12-4 on Thursday. But I think these veterans can battle deep on Saturday night and that will help in ultimately pushing this total under the number once it’s all said and done. Play the under! |
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03-29-19 | Astros -138 v. Rays | Top | 2-4 | Loss | -138 | 29 h 5 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Houston Astros. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Momentum. For arguments sake, let’s call Gerritt Cole and Charlie Morton a “wash” on the mound tonight. But after their 5-1 Opening Day win on Thursday, I think the Astros carry that momentum over here. Jose Altuve (run, RBI), Michael Brantley (run, RBI) and Yuli Gurriel each had two hits. Key Trends: - The Rays are just 1-4 in their last five vs. a starter with a WHIP less than 1.15. - The Astros are 4-1 in their last five road games vs. a right-handed starter. The verdict: I’m banking on the big bats of the Astros to be the difference maker again today. Lay the price! |
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03-28-19 | Red Sox -180 v. Mariners | 4-12 | Loss | -180 | 34 h 43 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Boston Red Sox. Pitcher Breakdown: The Red Sox’ Chris Sale: He’s been the cream of the crop in the AL for a long time. 17-8 with a 2.90 ERA in 2017, followed by a 12-4, 2.11 ERA record in 2018. Sale has just signed a five year $145 million contract. The Mariners’ Marco Gonzales: Just 1-1 with a 6.08 ERA in 2017, he improved dramatically for the M’s last year with a 13-9, 4.00 ERA. Gonzalez gave up four runs off seven hits while striking out four over six innings in a fortunate win over the A’s on Wednesday in Japan. The verdict: I think Sale is on a mission this year and I look for him to easily out duel his volatile counterpart. Lay it! |
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03-28-19 | Tigers v. Blue Jays -137 | 2-0 | Loss | -137 | 30 h 13 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Toronto Blue Jays. Pitcher Breakdown: The Tigers’ Jordan Zimmermann: Back to back poor years for the veteran, going 8-13 with a 6.08 ERA in 2017, before a slightly better 7-8, 4.52 ERA record in 2018. Zimmermann finished Spring training with a 4.73 ERA and he hasn’t posted an ERA below 4.53 in three years with the Tigers. Blue Jays’ Marcus Stroman: He was 13-9 with a 3.09 ERA in 2017, but an injury plagued 2018 saw him take a step back with a 4-9, 5.54 ERA. Stroman was dominant this Spring, posting a 2.19 ERA and 13:1 K:BB over 12.1 spring frames. The verdict: This one comes down to Stroman for me. I don’t think he’s getting nearly enough respect here. Stroman himself feels slighted by the Blue Jays organization for not signing him to a long-term contract. Stroman is throwing with a chip on his shoulder on opening day and I think that’ll be more than enough to get the better of his shaky counterpart. Lay it! |
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03-28-19 | Braves v. Phillies -181 | 4-10 | Win | 100 | 30 h 41 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Philadelphia Phillies. Pitcher Breakdown: Braves’ Julio Teheran: Teheran’s 3.94 ERA last year was fortunate considering his 4.83 FIP. Teheran gets the nod on opening day only because Mike Foltynewicz is out for a few more weeks with elbow injury. Phillies’ Aaron Nola: He was 17-6 with a 2.37 ERA last season, easily his campaign of his four year pro career. The verdict: More key trends and angles will evolve quite quickly as soon as the season gets underway, but on opening day I like Nola to come out prepared here for the new loo Phillies, who will also be looking to get a big boost from slugger Bryce Harper to open the season. I’m laying the price with confidence! |
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03-21-19 | Mariners v. A's -120 | Top | 5-4 | Loss | -120 | 14 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the A’s. Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. - Revenge. It’s a two-game series in Japan to open the 2019 season. The Mariners took Game 1 9-7 yesterday. Oakland plays with revenge here and I think that veteran Marco Estrada has the advantage over his Japanese 27-year old rookie counterpart, who makes his major league debut here. Key Trends: - Oakland is 7-2 in its last nine trying to revenge a loss vs. an AL opponent in which it allow 9 or more runs in. The verdict: In the second game of the season, I’m banking on Estrada having enough in the tank to help his team move to an even .500. Play on Oakland! |
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10-28-18 | Red Sox v. Dodgers -132 | 5-1 | Loss | -132 | 8 h 20 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the LAD: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Dodgers are 18-6 in their last 24 home games. - The Dodgers are 73-24 in Kershaw's last 97 starts. - The Dodgers are 42-11 in Kershaw's last 53 home starts. Verdict: Take LAD |
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10-27-18 | Red Sox v. Dodgers -157 | 9-6 | Loss | -157 | 4 h 2 m | Show | |
Ricky's 10* play on the LAD: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Dodgers are 4-1 in their last 5 playoff home games. - The Dodgers are 17-5 in their last 22 home games. - The Dodgers are 6-1 in Hill's last 7 home starts. Verdict: Take LAD |
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10-26-18 | Red Sox v. Dodgers -151 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 19 h 43 m | Show | |
Ricky's 10* play on the LAD: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Dodgers are 7-3 in Buehlers last 10 home starts. - The Dodgers are 4-0 in Buehlers last 4 interleague starts. - The Home team is 6-0 in umpire Barrett's last 6 Friday games behind home plate in Los Angeles. Verdict: Take LAD |
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10-26-18 | Red Sox v. Dodgers UNDER 7.5 | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 19 h 42 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Under 7.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Dodgers are 7-3 in Buehlers last 10 home starts. - The Under is 5-0 in Porcello's last 5 interleague starts. - The Under is 8-1-2 in Dodgers last 11 playoff home games. Verdict: Take Under |
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10-24-18 | Dodgers v. Red Sox -136 | 2-4 | Win | 100 | 6 h 37 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Red Sox: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Red Sox are 5-0 in their last 5 playoff games. - The Red Sox are 7-1 in their last 8 World Series home games. - The Red Sox are 21-6 in Prices last 27 home starts. Verdict: Take Boston |
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10-23-18 | Dodgers v. Red Sox OVER 7.5 | Top | 4-8 | Win | 107 | 19 h 53 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Over 5.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 4-0 in Kershaws last 4 road starts. - The Over is 6-0 in Red Sox last 6 interleague home games versus a left-handed starter. - The Over is 4-0-2 in Sales last 6 starts overall. Verdict: Take Over |
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10-19-18 | Dodgers v. Brewers +1.5 | 2-7 | Win | 100 | 27 h 15 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Brewers +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the bullpen for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Brewers are 8-0 in their last 8 games following an off day. - The Brewers are 5-1 in their last 6 home games versus a left-handed starter. - The Brewers are 8-2 in Miley's last 10 starts. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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10-18-18 | Red Sox v. Astros -183 | 4-1 | Loss | -183 | 8 h 12 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Astros: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Astros are 4-0 in Verlander's last 4 home starts. - The Astros are 7-0 in Verlander's last 7 starts. - The Astros are 10-3 in their last 13 playoff home games. Verdict: Take Houston |
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10-17-18 | Brewers v. Dodgers -173 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 4 h 45 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the LAD: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Dodgers are 9-3 in their last 12 playoff home games. - The Dodgers are 16-5 in their last 21 home games. - The Dodgers are 72-23 in Kershaws last 95 starts. Verdict: Take LAD |
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10-16-18 | Red Sox +1.5 v. Astros | 8-2 | Win | 100 | 4 h 34 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Red Sox +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Red Sox are 61-29 in their last 90 overall. - The Red Sox are 6-2 in their last 8 games versus a left-handed starter. - The Astros are 1-6 in Keuchels last 7 home starts versus team with a winning record. Verdict: Take Boston |
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10-15-18 | Brewers +1.5 v. Dodgers | Top | 4-0 | Win | 100 | 10 h 12 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Brewers +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Brewers are 13-3 in their last 16 road games. - The Brewers are 6-1 in Chacin's last 7 road starts. - Three of the last five head to head meetings have been decided by one run. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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10-14-18 | Astros v. Red Sox OVER 8 | 5-7 | Win | 100 | 8 h 46 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Over: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 2-0-2 in Red Sox last 4 League Championship games. - The Over is 7-1-2 in Red Sox last 10 home games. - The Over is 9-3-1 in Price's last 13 starts versus the American League West. Verdict: Take Over |
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10-13-18 | Astros v. Red Sox -117 | 7-2 | Loss | -117 | 67 h 20 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Red Sox: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Red Sox are 45-18 in their last 63 home games. - The Red Sox are 11-1 in Sales last 12 starts on grass. - The Red Sox are 6-1 in Sale's last 7 home starts. Verdict: Take Boston |
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10-09-18 | Red Sox v. Yankees OVER 8.5 | Top | 4-3 | Loss | -110 | 17 h 42 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Over 8.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 7-1-1 in the Red Sox last 9 overall. - The Over is 6-1 in Yankees last 7 home games. - The Over is 7-1 in the last 8 meetings. Verdict: Take Over |
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10-07-18 | Brewers +1.5 v. Rockies | Top | 6-0 | Win | 100 | 8 h 38 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Brewers +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Brewers are 7-0 in Mileys last 7 starts. - The Rockies are 2-10 in their last 12 playoff games. - The Brewers are 5-1 in the last 6 meetings in Colorado. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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10-06-18 | Yankees v. Red Sox OVER 9 | Top | 6-2 | Loss | -100 | 11 h 25 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Over: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 7-0 in the Yankees last 7 road games. - The Over is 6-0-2 in the Red Sox last 8 home games. - The Over is 10-1-1 in the Red Sox last 12 overall. Verdict: Take Over |
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10-05-18 | Indians v. Astros -137 | Top | 2-7 | Win | 100 | 49 h 56 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Astros: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the home field is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Astros are 5-0 in Verlander's last five starts. - Justin Verlander struck out an AL Leading 290 batters during the regular season. - Justin Verlander ranked in the top three in the AL with an ERA of 2.52 during the regular season. Verdict: Take Houston |
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10-03-18 | A's v. Yankees -170 | 2-7 | Win | 100 | 7 h 13 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* play on the Yankees: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the home field is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Yankees are 22-4 in Severino's last 26 home starts. - The Yankees are 6-0 in their last 6 playoff home games. - The Athletics are 1-6 in their last 7 playoff road games. Verdict: Take NYY |
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10-02-18 | Rockies v. Cubs -135 | Top | 2-1 | Loss | -135 | 8 h 11 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cubs: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the home field is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Rockies are 1-8 in their last 9 playoff games. - The Rockies are 1-4 in their last 5 playoff road games. - The Cubs are 38-13 in Lester's last 51 home starts. Verdict: Take Chicago |
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10-01-18 | Rockies v. Dodgers -160 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 6 h 26 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the LAD: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the home field is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Dodgers are 5-1 in their last 6 home games. - The Rockies are 0-4 in the last 4 meetings in Los Angeles. - The Rockies are 0-4 in the last 4 meetings. Verdict: Take LAD |
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09-30-18 | Nationals v. Rockies -166 | 0-12 | Win | 100 | 4 h 43 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Rockies: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Rockies are 35-16 in their last 51 home games. - The Rockies are 22-8 in their last 30 games versus a right-handed starter. - The Rockies are 20-7 in their last 27 home games versus a right-handed starter. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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09-28-18 | Dodgers v. Giants UNDER 7 | 3-1 | Win | 100 | 14 h 42 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Under 7.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Under is 21-10-2 in Ryu's last 33 road starts. - The Under is 20-6-1 in Giants last 27 home games. - The Under is 20-8-1 in Giants last 29 overall. Verdict: Take Under |
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09-28-18 | Dodgers v. Giants +1.5 | 3-1 | Loss | -105 | 14 h 34 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Giants +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Giants are 6-2 in Bumgarner's last 8 home starts. - The Giants are 7-3 in Bumgarner's last 10 home starts vs. Dodgers. - The Dodgers are 11-25 in the last 36 meetings in San Francisco. Verdict: Take SF |
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09-28-18 | Nationals v. Rockies -176 | 2-5 | Win | 100 | 11 h 21 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Rockies: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Nationals are 0-4 in their last 4 Friday games. - The Rockies are 30-11 in their last 41 home games. - The Rockies are 12-1 in Freeland's last 13 home starts. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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09-27-18 | Pirates v. Cubs -154 | 0-3 | Win | 100 | 8 h 23 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Cubs: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Pirates are 8-22 in their last 30 road games versus a left-handed starter. - The Cubs are 36-16 in Lesters last 52 starts. - The Cubs are 38-14 in Lesters last 52 home starts. Verdict: Take Chicago |
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09-26-18 | A's -103 v. Mariners | 9-3 | Win | 100 | 19 h 24 m | Show | |
Ricky's 10* play on the Athletics: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Athletics are 4-0 in Jackson's last 4 road starts. - The Mariners are 1-8 in Hernandez's last 9 starts. - The Mariners are 0-4 in their last 4 games versus a right-handed starter. Verdict: Take Oakland |
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09-26-18 | Phillies v. Rockies -176 | 0-14 | Win | 100 | 18 h 53 m | Show | |
Ricky's 6* play on the Rockies: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Phillies are 10-25 in their last 35 overall. - The Phillies are 1-4 in Pivetta's last 5 road starts. - The Rockies are 28-11 in their last 39 home games. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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09-26-18 | Brewers +103 v. Cardinals | 2-1 | Win | 103 | 16 h 25 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Brewers: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Brewers are 5-1 in their last 6 overall. - The Brewers are 4-1 in Chacins last 5 road starts. - The Brewers are 10-4 in the last 14 meetings in St. Louis. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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09-25-18 | Pirates v. Cubs -140 | Top | 6-0 | Loss | -140 | 29 h 45 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Cubs: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Pirates are 2-5 in Archers last 7 starts. - The Pirates are 0-4 in Archers last 4 road starts. - The Pirates are 6-21 in their last 27 road games vs. a left-handed starter. Verdict: Take Chicago |
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09-24-18 | Pirates +1.5 v. Cubs | 5-1 | Win | 100 | 4 h 21 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Pirates +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Pirates are 6-0 in Taillons last 6 starts. - The Pirates are 9-2 in Taillons last 11 road starts. - The Pirates are 6-0 in Taillons last 6 starts vs. a team with a winning record. Verdict: Take Pittsburgh |
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09-22-18 | Twins v. A's -1.5 | Top | 2-3 | Loss | -117 | 23 h 43 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Athletics -1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between these teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Twins are 18-40 in their last 58 road games. - The Athletics are 5-0 in Fiers' last 5 home starts. - The Twins are 7-20 in the last 27 meetings in Oakland. Verdict: Take Oakland |
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09-20-18 | Phillies v. Braves -147 | 3-8 | Win | 100 | 24 h 2 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Atlanta Braves: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the history between these teams is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Phillies are 1-8 in Velasquez's last 9 road starts. - The Braves are 4-0 in Gausman's last 4 home starts. - The Braves are 6-1 in Gausman's last 7 starts. Verdict: Take ATL. |
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09-20-18 | Angels v. A's -118 | 3-21 | Win | 100 | 6 h 13 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Oakland A's: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Athletics are 29-10 in their last 39 home games. - The Athletics are 5-1 in Jackson's last 6 home starts. - The Angels are 6-20 in their last 26 road games versus teams with a winning record. Verdict: Take Oakland |
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09-19-18 | Reds v. Brewers -162 | 0-7 | Win | 100 | 5 h 1 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Brewers: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Reds are 7-21 in their last 28 road games. - The Reds are 8-20 in their last 28 games versus a right-handed starter. - The Brewers are 8-4 in their last 12 home games. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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09-18-18 | Reds v. Brewers -185 | 3-1 | Loss | -185 | 6 h 49 m | Show | |
Ricky's 5* play on the Brewers: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Reds are 6-21 in their last 27 road games. - The Reds are 7-20 in their last 27 games versus a right-handed starter. - The Brewers are 8-3 in their last 11 home games. Verdict: Take Milwaukee |
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09-18-18 | Cardinals v. Braves -135 | 8-1 | Loss | -135 | 10 h 59 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Braves: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Cardinals are 2-5 in their last 7 during game 2 of a series. - The Braves are 5-1 in their last 6 Tuesday games. - The Cardinals are 1-4 in the last 5 meetings. Verdict: Take Atlanta |
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09-18-18 | Mets v. Phillies OVER 7 | 2-5 | Push | 0 | 5 h 12 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Over: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 4-1 in Matz's last 5 road starts. - The Over is 6-2-1 in Nolas last 9 Tuesday starts. - The Over is 4-0-1 in the last 5 meetings. Verdict: Take Over |
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09-18-18 | Red Sox +1.5 v. Yankees | 2-3 | Win | 100 | 4 h 30 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Red Sox +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Red Sox are 4-1 in their last 5 road games. - The Yankees are 1-4 in their last 5 overall. - The Red Sox are 4-0 in the last 4 meetings. Verdict: Take Boston |
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09-17-18 | Rockies v. Dodgers -157 | 2-8 | Win | 100 | 7 h 17 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the LAD: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Dodgers are 10-4 in Ryu's last 14 home starts. - The Dodgers are 7-3 in their last 10 home games. - The Rockies are 1-4 in their last 5 games following a win. Verdict: Take LAD |
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09-17-18 | Cubs v. Diamondbacks -125 | 5-1 | Loss | -125 | 7 h 48 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the D'Backs: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Diamondbacks are 4-0 in Corbins last 4 home starts. - The Diamondbacks are 5-1 in Corbins last 6 starts vs. Cubs. - The Diamondbacks are 7-3 in Corbins last 10 starts. Verdict: Take Arizona |
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09-17-18 | Mets v. Phillies OVER 7.5 | 9-4 | Win | 100 | 4 h 11 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Over: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 4-1 in Phillies last 5 overall. - The Over is 3-0-1 in the last 4 meetings. - The Over is 4-1 in Phillies last 5 home games. Verdict: Take Over |
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09-16-18 | Dodgers v. Cardinals OVER 8.5 | 0-5 | Loss | -113 | 7 h 59 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Over: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 3-1-1 in Cardinals last 5 during game 4 of a series. - The Over is 9-3-2 in Wainwright's last 14 starts with 5 days of rest. - The Over is 5-2 in Cardinals last 7 home games. Verdict: Take Over |
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09-16-18 | Diamondbacks v. Astros -186 | 4-5 | Win | 100 | 1 h 14 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Astros: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Astros are 6-1 in their last 7 home games. - The Astros are 19-7 in their last 26 overall. - The Diamondbacks are 8-18 in their last 26 interleague road games. Verdict: Take Houston |
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09-15-18 | Mariners v. Angels UNDER 8.5 | Top | 6-5 | Loss | -107 | 13 h 40 m | Show |
Ricky's 10* play on the Under 8.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Under is 6-2 in the Mariners last 8 overall. - The Under is 5-1 in the Angels last 6 home games. - The Under is 12-4-2 in Heaney's last 18 starts versus teams with a winning record. Verdict: Take Under |
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09-14-18 | Pirates v. Brewers OVER 8.5 | 4-7 | Win | 105 | 10 h 36 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Over 8: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Over is 6-2 in the Pirates last 8 road games versus a left-handed starter. - The Over is 12-5 in Brewers last 17 home games. - The Over is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings. Verdict: Take Over |
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09-13-18 | Diamondbacks v. Rockies OVER 10 | 3-10 | Push | 0 | 5 h 15 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Over 9.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The D'Backs have scored nine runs on 15 hits over 16 innings versus Freeland in 2018. - Kyle Freeland is 0-1 with a 4.95 ERA in three starts versus Arizona in 2018. - The Rockies are batting a combined .370 versus Clay Buccholz. Verdict: Take Over |
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09-12-18 | Diamondbacks v. Rockies +1.5 | 4-5 | Win | 100 | 10 h 19 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Rockies: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the home team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Rockies are 5-1 in Gray's last 6 home starts. - The Rockies are 24-11 in their last 35 home games. - The Rockies are 7-3 in their last 10 overall. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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09-12-18 | Nationals +1.5 v. Phillies | 5-1 | Win | 100 | 9 h 42 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Nats +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Phillies are 2-6 in their last 8 overall. - The Phillies are 2-6 in their last 8 home games. - The Phillies are 1-7 in their last 8 games versus a right-handed starter. Verdict: Take Washington |
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09-12-18 | Pirates +1.5 v. Cardinals | 4-3 | Win | 100 | 3 h 57 m | Show | |
Ricky's 10* play on the Pirates: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the visiting team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Pirates are 8-2 in Taillons last 10 road starts. - The Pirates are 4-0 in Taillons last 4 starts. - The Pirates are 5-2 in their last 7 overall. Verdict: Take Pittsburgh |
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09-11-18 | Rockies +1.5 v. Diamondbacks | 3-6 | Loss | -140 | 9 h 32 m | Show | |
Ricky's 8* play on the Rockies +1.5: Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. In today's game there is no doubt that the starting pitcher for the road team is particularly significant. Key Trends: - The Diamondbacks are 2-8 in their last 10 overall. - The Diamondbacks are 0-4 in their last 4 road games. - The Rockies are 9-3 in Senzatela's last 12 home starts. Verdict: Take Colorado |
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