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Kansas City Chiefs Next Sacrifice for Brady and New England Patriots

November 16, 2011 admin Comments off

The Kansas City Chiefs (4-5) fell off the map this season after winning the AFC West last season. It started with the loss of Jamaal Charles and is now compounded with the loss of Matt Cassel. The New England Patriots (6-3) and Tom Brady are clicking on all cylinders and they will be a frothing at the mouth to get at this depleted Kansas City defense.

Brady and Welker were the combination early in the season and now Brady is spreading the ball around to everyone on this offense. Deion Branch has been a great target for Brady but Chad Ocho Cinco has failed miserably.

Bill Belichik will face his former general manager, Scott Pioli in this game and he will be looking to lay the wood to the former Patriots mastermind. Belichik is not the general manager that Pioli was but Belichik can coach a team and he ill savor a chance to show he can win without his former mentor.

This game boils down to a simple question. Can the Patriots defense put together a good game against a horrible offense? If the Chiefs score more than 20 points in this game, the Patriots may as well pack it in now because they will not make it out of the first round of the NFL Playoffs.

Brady can only score so many points and this defense is going to have to step up and stop someone. The Patriots are weak on the corners and this is where their problem lies. They need to play tighter on coverage and if the corners are poor in coverage then the safeties need to step up and help out on deep routes.

Make sure you take advantage of all of the football prop bets on this matchup.

NFL AFC West, Chad Ocho Cinco, Deion Branch, Jamaal Charles, Kansas City Chiefs, New England Patriots, NFL Playoffs, Scott Pioli, Tom Brady

Chicago Cubs, LA Dodgers clash Wednesday

May 26, 2011 admin Comments off

Looking to bet on Los Angeles Dodgers today in its game against Chicago Cubs? You’re not alone as the Dodgers are favored on the moneyline at -120. If that’s not enough to entice you, here are a few other reasons why a bet on Los Angeles could be a winner.

Ted Lilly (3-3 4.67) has been pitching well this season for the Dodgers and has gone 2-1 in recently. Lilly has been eating up innings on the mound recently, averaging 6.0 innings per game in those starts. In his last start, Los Angeles defeated Pittsburgh 10-3 on Tuesday, May 10 behind six innings from Lilly.

If Lilly isn’t able to go the distance, the Dodgers’ bullpen should be rested and ready to shoulder the load. Los Angeles’ relievers have pitched only 7.0 innings in the last three games.

The recent point differentials for the Dodgers and the Cubs suggest that Los Angeles should be the favorite. While both teams have played poorly lately, the Dodgers have been outscored by 0.76 runs per game compared to 0.94 for Chicago.

There are also a few reasons to be wary of putting money down on Los Angeles. The Dodgers haven’t met expectations when favored recently, with just a 47.4% win percentage when favored in the odds. Los Angeles has been even worse when it is favored at home, posting a 6-8 record. The Dodgers have played poorly over their past ten games going 3-7 during that time. During that stretch Los Angeles has been outscored by an average of 1.3 runs per game. The Dodgers have struggled versus right-handed pitching recently going 11-17. It’s an issue in this game for Los Angeles because the Cubs will put Carlos Zambrano (4-1 4.38) on the mound.

Those looking to cash in on point totals, might want to wager their money elsewhere. The over/under is set at 7.5, nearly the same as the 7.58 combined run average of both teams.

MLB Carlos Zambrano, Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers

Detroit Red Wings Will Face San Jose Sharks On Friday Night

May 6, 2011 admin Comments off

San Jose Sharks In the second round of the Western Conference playoffs, San Jose has taken another three games to none advantage against the Detroit Red Wings. After last night’s overtime thriller in Detroit, just like last spring, the Sharks have jumped out to a commanding series lead on the strength of three one goal victories. The Sharks appear on the brink of eliminating the Red Wings for the second year in a row with a series of fortunate bounces going San Jose’s way.

The Detroit and San Jose series has been a treat for all hockey fans, in what has been one of the closest contested matchups of the entire second round. Detroit and San Jose have played some excellent playoff hockey, showcasing excellent goaltending by both teams as well as clutch goal scoring.

The Red Wings will need to take it one game at a time if they are hoping to come back and make this a series. San Jose can expect Detroit’s best effort to date as game four is scheduled for Friday night at Joe Louis Arena.

Detroit beat San Jose in game four by a score of 7-1 only to fall short in game five and lose the series when the two teams were in the exact same scenario last year. As Detroit tries to extend it one more game and take the series back to San Jose, fans should expected another hard hitting, low scoring affair in game four of this series.

While the over/under total is at 5.5, NHL Odds have the Red Wings as a -140 moneyline favorite.

NHL Detroit Red Wings, San Jose Sharks, Western Conference

Stay Thirsty Is One Of The Favorite To Win 2011 Kentucky Derby

April 28, 2011 admin Comments off

Owners are trying to find out who they will have riding their horses in the big event as the Kentucky Derby approaches. Being the biggest race of the year, the Kentucky Derby is the race that annually reignites the hopes of horse racing fans that a Triple Crown will come. In the derby, Stay Thirsty will be ridden by Ramon Dominguez.

In horse racing odds, Stay Thirsty is at 15-1 to win the first jewel of Horse Racing’s Triple Crown.

Kent Dominguez actually led the horse to victory in the Gotham Stakes, who has been the jockey for Stay Thirsty over the last two races. The owner of Stay Thirsty Mike Repole recently confirmed that Dominguez will be the man for the job.

By Calvin Borel, one of the top jockeys in the world, Stay Thirsty was worked out. Dominguez was announced as the rider for Stay Thirsty shortly after the workout. As Uncle Mo has had some health issues, there were also questions as to whether or not the jockey for Uncle Mo would take over for Stay Thirsty. Repole and Todd Pletcher, the trainer of the horse, decided to stay with Dominguez in the end.

At Churchill Downs, recently Stay Thirsty had an extremely fast time over five furlongs. On a tack that was considered to be fairly sloppy, Stay Thirsty was the tied for the fastest of the 19 horses that ran on Easter Sunday.

Stay Thirsty looks like a good contender for the Kentucky Derby, all things considered as well as he will continue to prepare for the big race. On the 7th of May, the Derby will take play on.

Sports Churchill Downs, horse racing odds, Kentucky Derby, Triple Crown

Weekend Clash Between Los Angeles Angels And Chicago White Sox

April 15, 2011 admin Comments off

This weekend the Chicago White Sox will take on the Los Angeles Angels. Even though both teams find their squads behind another team in the standings, these two teams have both had solid starts to the season.

To win the World Series this season, MLB Odds have the Angels at 35-1 and the White Sox at 40-1.

On the season the Los Angeles Angles are 6-5 as well as in the standings already find themselves 3 games behind the Rangers. The Chicago White Sox trail the Cleveland Indians by 1 game after 11 games as they are 7-4.

Through some great offensive production the White Sox have managed to win their games. In the MLB in Runs, Batting Average, On Base Percentage and Slugging Percentage, they are within the top 5 teams. To this point in the season they have outscored their opponents by 15 runs. They have gone 4-2 while playing at home this season as they will be the home team in this game.

Even though the Angels have been a great team in terms of pitching, they have not been nearly as consistent offensively. By collecting all 6 wins for the Angels, Dan Haren and Jered Weaver have been carrying the load. The pitchers have combine for 47.1 innings while only allowing 20 hits and 4 runs as the team is 6-0 in their starts. By hits or walks Haren has only allowed a total of 13 batters on base.

In this series, unfortunately the Angels will only have one of those two pitchers to take the mound. Either Palmer or Chatwood will have to step up to help Weaver what this means.

MLB Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Angels, MLB Odds

Sunday Clash Between New York Rangers And Philadelphia Flyers

April 1, 2011 admin Comments off

On Sunday on NBC at 12:30 pm ET, the New York Rangers will travel to Philadelphia to battle against the Philadelphia Flyers in a possible first round playoff matchup.

While the Flyers are at 11-2, NHL Betting Odds have the Rangers at 35-1 to win the Stanley Cup.

In the Eastern Conference currently, the Rangers find themselves in a fight for the last playoff spot. With eighty seven points, three points ahead of the Carolina Hurricanes, New York and Buffalo are tied for the eighth spot. To New York’s chances of surviving the first round of the playoffs, gaining two points in this contest may be crucial.

Not many people will be expecting the Rangers to win that series, especially after New York has won just one of five games so far this year against Philadelphia, if the Rangers get matched up against the Flyers.

The Flyers will be trying to get two points as well to help secure first place in the Atlantic Division and Eastern Conference, while this game is obviously important to New York for numerous reasons. Throughout the Eastern Conference playoffs, number one seed will allow Philadelphia to have home ice advantage where they have 21-11-6 record.

The Flyers are also trying to hold off a red hot Washington team for the best record in the Eastern Conference in addition to being in a division race with Pittsburgh. Every chance to gain two points in the standings is amplified with very few games left on the schedule.

NHL betting, New York Rangers, NHL Betting Odds, Philadelphia Flyers, Stanley Cup

2011 MLB Predictions And Season Preview: St Louis Cardinals

March 26, 2011 admin Comments off

Even though the St. Louis Cardinals hopes may meet disappointment this season, they entered the season with high hopes. The Cardinals would be able to put two aces on the mound that would rival the top two pitchers of any team in the Majors and they were relying heavily on the fact. As Adam Wainwright has suffered an injury that should keep him out for the season however, their hopes were crushed.

To win the World Series, MLB Betting Odds have the Cardinals at +2000.

The Cardinals will still have Chris Carpenter even without Wainwright. For the Cardinals, last season, Carpenter put 16 wins on the board and pitched 235 solid innings. With a ton of innings from the workhorse in 2011 they will need another season.

To step up and pitch the way he did last year the Cardinals will also need their young gun, Jaime Garcia. Last year Garcia had a 2.70 ERA and looked like a guy that the Cardinals would be able to rely on in the future.

Even if the Cardinals won’t have it on the mound they will have one of the best 1-2 punches in baseball in their lineup. Albert Pujols, who is widely regarded as the best hitter in baseball, the Cardinals have him in their team. Matt Holliday, a hitter that has proven to have the ability to hit for average and power while knocking in runs, they also have him.

Whether or not Pujols will be a distraction for the Cardinals this season, there are some concerns about this. The Cardinals were not able to put together a deal that satisfied the slugger as he has asked for a contract extension.

MLB Adam Wainwright, Chris Carpenter, MLB Betting Odds, St. Louis Cardinals

At United Center – Chicago Bulls Meets Atlanta Hawks

March 8, 2011 admin No comments

This weekend the Atlanta Hawks will head to Chicago to battle against the Bulls. Both these teams have been enjoying great seasons as they are both within the top 5 teams in the Eastern Conference. This season the Bulls own the 2nd best record in the Eastern Conference at 43-20. At 37-26 the Hawks are the 5th best team in the Eastern Conference.

While Atlanta is 40-1, in NBA Odds, the Bulls are 15-1 to win the 2011-11 NBA Championship.

In Chicago, the Hawks will have to play the Bulls where they are at their best. While playing at home, this year the Bulls have been better than all but one team in the NBA. While playing at home they are 26-4 on the season.

The Chicago Bulls simply have a fantastic defense and there is no secret to their success. This season they are allowing just 91.8 points per game. On offense they are also scoring about 98 points a game. The bulls should be up to the task of the Hawks as they are one of the best-rounded teams in the league.

In this one the Hawks will need a big game from Joe Johnson. Even though the Hawks have to struggle a bit to score this season, they have a solid defense. This year they are averaging just 96 points per game. If they hope to put points on the board in this game they will need a very efficient offense against the Bulls’ defense.

In this game the Hawks will also need to win the rebounding battle. The Bulls are a very solid team on the boards as now that they have Boozer and Noah in the lineup.

Nba Atlanta Hawks, Chicago Bulls, Eastern Conference, Nba

Dubai Desert Classic – Rory McIlroy in the lead – Golf News

February 14, 2011 admin No comments

Rory McIlroy’s, “No Fear” approach of the teen years has been replaced by caution in 2011 and he is definitely changed his way of thinking on the golf course. He is showing a great deal of respect for the course itself and he is still not afraid of any Tiger.

On Friday, the best example of the changed philosophy came at the 18th hole. McIlroy decided to lie up. He hit an 8-iron, and followed it with a sand wedge to 10 feet from 101 yards, but despite hitting a good enough tee shot, and having just 256 yards for his second shot. At the halfway stage of the Omega Dubai Desert Classic, that birdie gave him a round of four-under par 68 and outright lead. Both Sergio Garcia and South African Thomas Aiken shot their second successive round of five-under par 67 each, but McIlroy was at 11-under par 133, one shot better than the two.

On the course, there was another man who created as much excitement as McIlroy. Semblance of the form was show by Tiger Woods, the form that made him the most dominating player on the planet for more than a decade. With a six-under par 66 rounds, the American roared into contention, but that was not enough to strike any fear in McIlroy’s heart.

Woods wore a big smile even though it was only one day, one round of golf. Woods was unveiling the new, ten yards longer off the tee than he has ever been and he was not reprising the best of the old. The fifth was the one that Woods chose as his hole of the day. His drive finished 40 feet in front of Kaymer’s.

Woods added accuracy to his approach shots and his blistering drives. Woods routinely gave himself chances, which was unlike when he missed makeable putts and hit approach shots wide of the green on Thursday. He was at 7-under 137 at Emirates Golf Club and he finished with six birdies. In 2006 and 2008, he won this tournament.

With a 68, McIlroy followed his opening 65. Sergio Garcia (67) and Thomas Aiken (67) were a shot behind at 10-under 134, followed by Steve Webster (68) at 8 under. Kaymer (71) at 4 under, while Westwood (70) was at 5-under. Before Woods had played his second shot, Westwood was 18 feet short of the pin in three.

On Bodog Sportsbook, McIlroy has shot up to the head of the betting lines after the lead of 36, with 13/8 odds to win the tournament. Woods is at 4/1 and Lee Westwood 16/1.

Golf Dubai Desert Classic, Golf, Lee Westwood, Tiger Woods

Sunderland Meets Chelsea In Clash Of Top EPL Teams

January 29, 2011 admin Comments off

Chelsea will look to continue their winning ways when they travel to Sunderland in their next EPL match and again they are looking hot. By a combined score of 6-0, Chelsea has won their last two EPL games. Earlier in the season they lost an embarrassing 3-0 to Sunderland and now they will look to avenge. While Sunderland sits in sixth, Chelsea is in fourth place at present.

In soccer betting lines, Soccer Betting Odds have not yet been posted for this match.

Petr Cech has allowed a mere 19 goals in his 23 starts as he has regained his form of late. His consistency is essential for Chelsea to succeed as he has been one of the best goalies in the EPL all season. Didier Drogba and Florent Malouda continue to drive Chelsea, offensively. In goals they are tied for the team lead. In the EPL Drogba has blossomed in to one of the biggest scoring threats in particular.

Craig Gordon has performed well in goal for Sunderland. In his 12 starts he has allowed 12 goals. Sunderland relies heavily on Darren Bent for goals, as far as the offense goes. In goals as well as shots He leads the team. The Sunderland offense could be in major trouble without him playing well.

It could be troubling news for the rest of the EPL as Chelsea seems to have regained their swagger. It is nearly impossible to beat them when Chelsea is clicking. Even though they are capable of scoring they are not as dynamic as Chelsea. Sunderland will be in big trouble if they allow Drogba or Malouda to get on the board early.

Soccer Chelsea, EPL match, soccer betting lines, Soccer Betting Odds, Sunderland

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