The Phillies won the series opener, extending their win streak versus the D’backs to four games. The odds maker has Philadelphia favored again in Game 2 with the moneyline set at -155 and the total offered up at 7.5 runs. Get our betting preview with some key stats plus Joe’s recommended bet.
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Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Philadelphia Phillies
The starting pitching appears to be close to even. The Phillies have been here before and are at home, does that give them a big enough edge? Get Joe’s suggested bet for Game 1.
Rangers vs. Astros ALCS Game 2 Prediction
The Rangers could put the Astros in a deep hole if they can double up with a win here in Game 2. Houston starter Framber Valdez has been off form in recent starts, so there may be some value in backing Texas at plus money on the moneyline today. Read on to see where Joe’s money is landing.
Rangers vs. Astros Pick ALCS Game 1
It’ll be Jordan Montgomery pitching for the Texas Rangers in Game 1 of the ALCS, despite Max Scherzer announcing that he’s ready to rejoin the team for the rest of the playoffs. The tall lefty will be opposed by Houston Astros starter Jason Verlander, who has only allowed one earned run over his last nineteen innings pitched. Get our Tex/Hou Game 1 pick here!
Braves vs. Phillies Pick: Must Win in Philly
The Braves are on the ropes and will need starter Spencer Strider to have his best stuff to stave off elimination. Atlanta backers will have to lay a big price (-150). Where does the betting value lie?
Houston Astros vs. Minnesota Twins Game 4 Best Bet
The Astros will look to put an end to the Twins season with a win in Game 4. Check out our betting preview with analysis and pick to tail or fade.
Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks Game 3 Pick & Predictions
The Dodgers havbe their backs to the wall down 2-0 in the series, but send out Lance Lynn who hasn’t pitched since Sept/29. Get some key metrics plus Joe’s recommended bet for Game 3.
Kansas State vs. Texas Tech Pick – Side Play or Total?
A good-old-fashioned shootout is likely to take place in Lubbock this weekend, as the Kansas State Wildcats and Texas Tech Red Raiders get together for a game in which the bookies are offering Texas Tech as short -1 home favorites with an over/under of 56.5. Get our KSU/TT pick here!
Barking Dog: Texas A&M vs. Tennessee Pick
Wrong team favored? That’ s our take on the Week 7 NCAA football game between the Texas A&M Aggies vs. Tennessee Volunteers game, where the sportsbooks are faving the home team Vols by -3.5. Get our TAMU/TEN pick before placing your bet!
Iowa Hawkeyes vs Wisconsin Badgers Spread Winner
The Week 7 Iowa Hawkeyes versus Wisconsin Badgers Big Ten showdown at Camp Randall should be one of the better college football games of the weekend. We have a high confidence play as well! Get our IA/WIS point spread prediction here!