Missed with another play of the day yesterday as I'm starting to slide with those top plays again, but managed to go 1-1 with my picks overall as the Jays finally got a game to go over the total. A small losing day is something I can live with as you won't win every day with your selections, you've just got to have more winning days than losing ones. I'm looking to get back on track with these plays today as I've got some afternoon action for everyone. As a side note, I'm not putting it in today's selections, but with the LAA/Cleveland game getting washed out yesterday and the starting pitchers moved to this afternoon, I'm not against sticking with my original analysis and playing the "over" 8.5 in that game. C.J Wilson is still making a road start so all of those numbers I touched on yesterday still apply. Wilson does have a much better ERA in the daytime but Masterson's is way worse (7.66), so if you are looking for some real early action, I still lean heavily on that over. All lines taken from Pinnacle Sports with bet amounts "to win" on favorites and flat on underdogs Play of the Day in Bold MLB YTD: 69-69-9 (+$1730) MLB plays Kansas City/Detroit Over 8 (-103) $206 to win $200 KC is looking for it's 11th straight win today as they hope to sweep the Tigers away in this four-game set and continue to build on their new-found lead in the AL Central. KC's offense has awakened from their year-long slump to start this winning streak and I don't see them stopping with the bats today. The Royals have pounded right-handed pitching during [...]

I missed with my play of the day (Toronto/NYY Over) last night but it was still a profitable night as the over in Houston/Washington came through as did my play on Oakland ML. There are plenty of daytime ball games today so let's get right to the picks. All lines taken from Pinnacle Sports with bet amounts "to win" on favorites and flat on underdogs Play of the Day in Bold MLB YTD: 68-68-9 (+$1822) MLB Plays Houston Astros ML (+144) $300 to win $432 Houston has lost all three games with Washington this year but they showed some very positive signs late in last night's loss as they tried to come back and win. The Astros aren't the same pushovers they've been the last few years as they are finally taking some great steps forward into becoming a legitimate, competitive franchise again. Houston still won't contend for the playoffs this season, but the influx of talented youth they've got in their lineup will only help them in years to come. But what makes this play one I like tonight is the fact that Houston gets to face left-handed Gio Gonzalez tonight in his first start off the DL. As a team Houton hits nearly .40 points better (.267 to .227) and score 4.36 runs per game. The Astros don't hit as many HR's against southpaws (0.3) but that means they are getting it done by keeping the order moving and getting hits all over the field. They've already seen Gonzalez this year before he went on the DL and there is no way in my mind that Gio is worth this hefty price in his first start back. He has a 7.98 ERA in his [...]

Another solid outing last night going 3-1 and hitting my second straight TOP play with the Brewers money line.  It has been a great start to the week and want to continue this 2 day success with more winners in baseball for you today.  You will notice I DO NOT CAP any soccer and won't be at all during the World Cup or any other league.  As always is my updated record by sport, TOP play and star rating. 1* = $100  TOP FREE PLAY – 31-20-1 (60.7%) (+$4429) NBA YTD 23-23 (50%) (+$930) MLB YTD 46-47-2 (49.4%) (+$232) NHL YTD 17-13-1 (56.6%) (+$227) NFL YTD 1-0 (100%) (+$310) PARLAY’S YTD (1*) – 0-2 (0%) (-$200) YEAR-TO-DATE * - 2* 20-16 (55.5%) 3* 40-43-1 (48.1%) 4* 24-24-2 (50%) 5* 3-0 (100%) All lines courtesy Pinnacle Sports TOP play in bold Philly/Braves UNDER 8 -120 (3*) - No J. Upton, B.J. Upton A. Simmons, J. Rollins, C. Ruiz or B. Revere for the game today.  That's 78 RBI's out of the lineup for the Braves and 48 for the Phillies.  Pitching is an issue for the Philly's with Roberto on the hill today, winless in his last eight trips to the mound (0-4).  But Philly's bullpen has been lights out if things get bad for Philly here.  Since June 3rd they rank first in the majors in ERA, opponent OBP, OPS, WHIP and strikeout/walk ratio.  Take the UNDER here with the bats out of the lineup. Philly/Braves UNDER 4 first 5 -107 (3*) Royals/Tigers UNDER 9 -117 (4*) - 2 straight OVERS look for a lower scoring game here.  No Tori Hunter or Austin Jackson for the TIgers today. Twins/Red Sox OVER 9 -105 (2*) - [...]

3-0-1 last night and I absolutely needed that.  It's been a tough two weeks and nothing better then starting the week fresh and no losses, much needed.  I look to keep this fresh start to the week going so here you go with my plays. 1* = $100  TOP FREE PLAY – 30-20-1 (60%) (+$4097) NBA YTD 23-23 (50%) (+$930) MLB YTD 43-46-2 (48.3%) (-$569) NHL YTD 17-13-1 (56.6%) (+$227) NFL YTD 1-0 (100%) (+$310) PARLAY’S YTD (1*) – 0-2 (0%) (-$200) YEAR-TO-DATE * - 2* 20-15 (57.1%) 3* 38-43-1 (46.9%) 4* 23-24-2 (48.9%) 5* 3-0 (100%) All lines courtesy Pinnacle Sports TOP play in bold Brewers ml -117 (4*) - Going back to the Brew Crew tonight for my TOP play.  Lohse has had some rough patches, but has pitched into the seventh inning in 10 of his 14 starts and has a rotation leading 1.04 WHIP.  Miley on the other hand hasn't won since May 10 a span of seven starts.  Miley loves to serve up the long ball and has given up 16 homers. Twins ml +153 (2*) - This season Phil Hughes (10-3 and +9.9 units) has been the most profitable starting pitcher to bet on.  Hughes is 3-1 in his last five starts against the Red Sox.  Lester is 1-4 vs. the Twins in his career. Take the Twins Angels ml +112 (3*) - Angels hardly lose back to back games this season and look for them to bounce back.  No Brantley for the Indians tonight and that's crucial cause he leads the team in home runs (11) and RBI's (46) that's a big loss for them. Angels Pk first 5 +111 (3*)      

I'm in a 14 day cold streak in baseball right now and need to get out of it.  I look to finish off in the positives before the all star break, so look out because I never give up I just keep my patience and look for those situations to maximize my profits.  One thing you should know about my plays is that I do look for the best value at the right time and NEVER will you see me take a play over -140.  We still have a good chunk of the baseball season left and lots of opportunities to cash in so let's start cashing today.  Here's my updated record as always by sport, TOP play and star rating. 1* = $100  TOP FREE PLAY – 29-20-1 (59.1%) (+$3645) NBA YTD 23-23 (50%) (+$930) MLB YTD 40-46-1 (46.5%) (-$1489) NHL YTD 17-13-1 (56.6%) (+$227) NFL YTD 1-0 (100%) (+$310) PARLAY’S YTD (1*) – 0-2 (0%) (-$200) YEAR-TO-DATE * - 2* 19-15 (55.8%) 3* 37-43 (46.25%) 4* 22-24-2 (47.8%) 5* 3-0 (100%) All lines courtesy Pinnacle Sports TOP play in bold Seattle ml +108 (2*) - Padres have lost 6 of 7 after a series loss to the Mets.  Taking a home dog here isn't a bad thing against a cold team like the Padres.   Plus, San Diego has to go from New York to Seattle which is a long travel across the time zones here and Seattle will already be waiting for them. Take Seattle. Brewers ml +113 (4*) - There's no way I'm laying juice with Brandon McCarthy on the mound tonight for the Diamondbacks.  This guy is bad, he's on a personal 3 game losing streak and he's 1-9 with a [...]