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New York Yankees vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction 9/7/24

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Cleveland Guardians vs Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Pick & Prediction 9/6/24

San Francisco Giants vs San Diego Padres Betting Pick & Prediction 9/6/24

Detroit Tigers vs Oakland Athletics Betting Pick & Prediction 9/6/24

Seattle Mariners vs St. Louis Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction 9/6/24

Minnesota Twins vs Kansas City Royals Betting Pick & Prediction 9/6/24

<p>Betting on today's Blue Devils and Seahawks game? Catch the action at Spiro Sports Center in Staten Island, NY, as the Seahawks hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on NEC. Central Connecticut State is favored by -2.5 in this Northeast conference matchup the against Wagner. The over/under for the game is set at 125 points.</p><h3>CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE BLUE DEVILS VS WAGNER SEAHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Spiro Sports Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, February 22nd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will Wagner pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 125 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Blue Devils Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p>The Central Connecticut State Blue Devils, who have a 15-10 record, will be taking on Wagner. In their previous road games, the Blue Devils have a 7-6 record, while they have a 5-3 record at home. Central Connecticut State has a current record vs. the spread of 14-6-1 heading into today's game. In their last five games, they are 3-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Central Connecticut State's games have, on average, featured 139.4 points per game leading to an over/under record of 10-11-0. Their average over/under line is currently 140.2 points so far. The Blue Devils have an over/under record of 1-2 in their last three games, with their games averaging 137 points per game.</p><p>In their recent matchup, the Central Connecticut State offense ended with 71 points against Fairleigh Dickinson. They finished with an overall field goal percentage of 41.8% and made 7 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Allan Jeanne-Rose who comes into today's matchup averaging 14.9. Jordan Jones also heads into the game with a PPG average of 13.</p><p>Currently, the Blue Devils' defense holds the 46th rank in the nation, allowing 66.5 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.7 threes per game vs. Wagner. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 32.0%.</p><h3>Are Wagner Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Today, Wagner will play against Central Connecticut State with a record of 12-12. In away games, the Seahawks have a 5-8 record this season, while at home they have a 4-3 record. Wagner's ATS record is currently sitting at 9-11, putting them below the .500 mark. In their last ten games, Wagner has gone 2-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>Up to this point, games involving Wagner have had an average of 125 points per game, with the average over/under line set at 129.2 points. Their over/under record is 7-13-0. When assessing the Seahawks' performance in their last three games, their over/under record stands at 1-2, with their games averaging 123 points per game.</p><p>The Wagner offense is coming off a game where they scored 53 points against Sacred Heart. They posted a field goal percentage of 32.7% and connected on 7 threes. The team's scoring leader is Melvin Council Jr., who holds an average of 14.8 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Tahron Allen is averaging 10 points per game this season.</p><p>In the current season, the Wagner defense has excelled, sitting 9th in the nation by allowing 62.8 points per game. In their previous game vs. Sacred Heart, the Pioneers finished with a field goal percentage of 32% and a total of 63 points vs. Wagner.</p>

Central Connecticut State Blue Devils vs Wagner Seahawks Betting Pick & Prediction 2/22/24

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<p>The Jaguars are the slight favorite in this week 17 AFC South matchup, with the point spread set at -1 in their game against the Titans. The Jaguars' money line odds are -116, and the game is being played at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville. The Titans' money line odds are -105, and the over/under line is 41 points. Kickoff is at 1:00 ET, and this one is being televised on CBS.</p><h3>TENNESSEE TITANS VS JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tennessee Titans +1</p><p>This game will be played at EverBank Stadium at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TENNESSEE TITANS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Titans winning this one by a score of 23 to 18</li><li>Not only do we have the Titans winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 41 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Titans Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>Heading into week 17, the Titans are on a four-game losing streak, dropping their record to 3-12. This includes a 38-30 loss to the Colts in week 16, where they couldn’t cover the spread as 4-point underdogs. Tennessee is now 2-13 against the spread this season, with their O/U record sitting at 9-5-1.</p> <p>With a -8.9 scoring margin, the Titans rank 24th in our power rankings. They have a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs or winning the AFC South. In division games, they are 1-3, and they are 3-7 against AFC opponents.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Titans rank 29th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 18.9 points per game (25th in the NFL) and 301.4 yards per game (27th). They sit 26th in passing yards per game with 194, on 31.5 attempts per game, and rank 21st in rushing yards, averaging 107.4 on 25.9 attempts per game. Tennessee has done well in the red zone, converting 36.6% of their chances, which ranks 9th in the league. They are 22nd in 3rd-down conversions, with a 37.1% success rate, but have been strong in the 1st quarter, ranking 5th in points scored.</p> <p>In week 16, Mason Rudolph threw for 252 yards, with 2 touchdowns and 3 interceptions, completing 23 of 34 passes. Chig Okonkwo led the team with 9 catches for 81 yards, while Tony Pollard had 35 rushing yards on 8 carries. The Titans scored 15 points in the 4th quarter against the Colts, converting 5 of 11 3rd-down attempts and going 3/3 in the red zone.</p><p>In their 38-30 loss to the Colts, the Titans' defense struggled to stop the run, giving up 335 rushing yards on 50 attempts. Despite this, they defended the pass well, allowing just 123 yards through the air on seven completions. Tennessee's run defense allowed 6.7 yards per attempt, and they gave up a total of 458 yards in the game.<p></p>The Titans' defense managed one sack and one interception in the game. Opposing offenses have been able to convert on 53.3% of their third down attempts against Tennessee, and they have not been generating consistent pressure, as they lost both the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials in their most recent game.</p><h3>Will The Jaguars Win At Home Over The Titans?</h3><p>Jacksonville enters week 17 against the Titans on a two-game losing streak, including a 19-14 loss to the Raiders in week 16. This dropped the Jaguars to 3-12, leaving them 3rd in the AFC South and 29th in our power rankings. They are 2-2 in division games and 3-7 in conference play.</p> <p>Jacksonville is 7-7-1 ATS, with a -7.9 average scoring margin. They are 6-4-1 as underdogs and 1-3 as favorites. Their O/U record is 8-7, with their games averaging 44.9 points compared to a 44.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Jaguars rank 23rd in our offensive power rankings. They are 27th in the NFL in points per game, averaging 18.5, and 26th in yards per game with 306.1. Jacksonville ranks 21st in passing yards per game (206.5) and 26th in rushing yards per game (99.6). They are 26th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage, converting 35.6% of their attempts.</p> <p>Mac Jones threw for 247 yards (25/39) and a touchdown in week 16, posting a passer rating of 90. Brian Thomas Jr. led the team with 9 catches for 132 yards, while Tank Bigsby rushed for 50 yards on 12 carries. Jacksonville scored 7 points in both the 1st and 3rd quarters against the Raiders but were held scoreless in the 2nd and 4th quarters.</p><p>In their 19-14 loss to the Raiders, the Jaguars' defense held Las Vegas to just 2.6 yards per attempt on 27 rushes. They also limited the Raiders to a 28.6% conversion rate on third down and didn't allow a passing touchdown. Despite this, Jacksonville's defense was unable to come up with a win, as the offense struggled and the Jaguars fell to 2-11 on the season.<p></p>The Jaguars' defense recorded two sacks and held the Raiders to 69 rushing yards. In the passing game, the Jaguars gave up 245 yards on 24 completions (63.2% completion rate) and forced a few key stops, but it wasn't enough to secure the victory.</p>

Tennessee Titans vs Jacksonville Jaguars Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>Betting on today's Maple Leafs and Red Wings game? Catch the action at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI, as the Red Wings hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Maple Leafs are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Atlantic division matchup against the Red Wings. The over/under for the game is set at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS VS DETROIT RED WINGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Detroit Red Wings +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 27th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DETROIT RED WINGS:</h3><ul><li>With the Maple Leafs being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Maple Leafs.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Red Wings (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Can the Maple Leafs Live Up to the Hype on the Road?</h3><p>After a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild, the Maple Leafs now stand at 21-12-2. Toronto, as the puck line underdog, failed to cover. The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but both teams combined for just 3.</p> 

<p>Toronto fell behind early, giving up a goal at 9:41 in the first period. They tied it up with 52 seconds left in the first, thanks to a goal from William Nylander. The Wild secured the win with a goal at 17:46 in overtime.</p><p>Toronto's offense came up short in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season, with Auston Matthews earning his 6th assist and Mitchell Marner his 12th. The Leafs took 28 shots on goal but only managed to score once, with Nylander's goal coming on a power play.</p> <p>Toronto had 10 giveaways and failed to score after the first period. They were shut out in the second, third, and overtime periods.</p><p>On the defensive side, the Maple Leafs will look to bounce back after allowing the game-winning goal 2:14 into overtime in their last game. Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves, finishing with a 93.9% save percentage. Toronto's defense also contributed 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Will the Red Wings Win at Home?</h3><p>Detroit improved to 13-17-4 with a 2-1 win over the Sabres. The Red Wings, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 3 fell well short.</p> <p>After giving up a goal in the first period, Detroit responded with two goals in the second. Both of their goals came on the power play, with Dylan Larkin finding the net each time.</p><p>After a scoreless first period, the Red Wings found the net twice in the second, both on power plays. Dylan Larkin was responsible for both goals, bringing his season total to 7. He took 4 shots on goal in the game.</p> <p>Lucas Raymond earned his 10th assist on Larkin’s second goal, while Patrick Kane picked up his 6th assist on the first. The Red Wings took 23 shots on goal but had 15 giveaways.</p><p>Defensively, Detroit will look to build on their last game, where they gave up just 1 goal to Buffalo. Cam Talbot made 31 saves with a 96.9% save percentage, and the defense added 4 takeaways, 11 hits, and 16 blocks. The only goal they allowed was a short-handed tally from Alex Tuch at 11:39 in the 1st period.</p>

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Detroit Red Wings Betting Pick & Prediction 12/27/24

<p>ESPN is covering this week seven California Golden Bears vs. Pittsburgh Panthers matchup, set to kick off at 3:30 ET from Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. The Panthers are the -3 point favorites at home, with the over/under line sitting at 59.5 points. The Panthers enter the game with a perfect 5-0 record, while the Golden Bears are 3-2 on the season.</p><h3>CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS VS PITTSBURGH PANTHERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: California Golden Bears +3</p><p>This game will be played at Acrisure Stadium at 3:30 ET on Saturday, October 12th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CALIFORNIA GOLDEN BEARS:</h3><ul><li>We have the California Golden Bears winning this one by a score of 27 to 25</li><li>Not only do we have the California Golden Bears winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 59.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The California Golden Bears Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>California enters Week 7 against Pittsburgh with a 3-2 record, ranked 45th in our power rankings. They have a 91.3% chance of being bowl-eligible but only a 0.1% chance of winning the Atlantic Coast. The Golden Bears are 1-1 at home and 1-1 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>Cal has gone 3-1 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +8 points per game. They are 2-0 ATS at home and have been favored in just one game this season.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 59.5 points, higher than any of Cal’s previous games. Their over/under record is 1-3, with an average line of 49.9 points and an average total of 44 points per game.</p><p>California’s offense has been centered around their passing game, ranking 46th in passing attempts per game. They are 63rd in points per game, averaging 26, and we have them 74th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 7. Their third-down conversion rate is just 36.1%, which ranks 85th nationally. They are also averaging 132.2 rushing yards per game.</p><p></p><p>Fernando Mendoza leads the Golden Bears with 1,177 passing yards and a passer rating of 97. He has completed 64.8% of his passes, throwing seven touchdowns and three interceptions. Nyziah Hunter has 185 receiving yards and four touchdowns. Jaivian Thomas leads the rushing attack with 287 yards and is averaging 6 yards per carry.</p><p>California's defense, ranked 20th nationally, has allowed an average of 18 points per game this season. In their recent 39-38 loss to Miami, they gave up 39 points and 576 total yards, including 437 passing yards.</p> <p>Opponents have averaged 233.2 passing yards per game against California, completing 54.8% of their throws. On the ground, the Golden Bears have allowed 117.2 rushing yards per game, ranking 43rd nationally.</p><h3>Will The Pittsburgh Panthers Win At Home Over The California Golden Bears?</h3><p>At 5-0, Pittsburgh is set to host California in Week 7. They are ranked 32nd in our power rankings and have a 99.3% chance of being bowl-eligible. However, their odds of winning the Atlantic Coast stand at 2.8%, while they have a 17.0% chance of making the playoff.</p> <p></p><p>Pittsburgh has a +20.4 average scoring margin this season and is 4-0 against the spread. They’ve been favored in two games and have gone 2-0 as the favorite, covering the spread in both matchups.</p> <p></p><p>Their over/under record is 2-2, with an average line of 60.6 points. This week’s line is set at 59.5 points, and their games have averaged 70.8 points per contest.</p><p>Pittsburgh’s offense is averaging 45.6 points per game, ranking 5th in the nation heading into week 7. They are also 24th in our offensive power rankings. Quarterback Eli Holstein has thrown for 1,567 yards with a passer rating of 116, leading the team to the 11th spot in passing yards per game nationally. Holstein has 15 touchdown passes and three interceptions this season.</p> <p>On average, Pittsburgh attempts 38 passes per game, ranking 20th, and completes 24.8 passes, ranking 17th. Their third-down conversion rate is 47.5%. Leading receiver Konata Mumpfield has 426 yards and three touchdowns. Pittsburgh is 54th in rushing, averaging 182.8 yards per game.</p><p>Pittsburgh's defense has allowed an average of 25.2 points per game this season, ranking 46th nationally. In their recent game against North Carolina, they gave up 24 points but still secured a 34-24 win. The defense allowed 416 total yards, including 269 passing yards and 147 rushing yards.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 239.2 passing yards per game against Pittsburgh, completing 55.8% of their throws. On the ground, the Panthers have allowed 121.6 rushing yards per game, ranking 49th in the country.</p>

California Golden Bears vs Pittsburgh Panthers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/12/24

<p>Thursday's matchup between the Marlins and Cubs is set to get started at 7:40 PM ET from Wrigley Field in Chicago. The Cubs are sending Jameson Taillon to the mound up against A.J. Puk for the Marlins. Coming into the game, the Marlins are 4-15 compared to the Cubs at 11-7.</p>

<p>Chicago is the favorite at -152, and the over/under line is at 7.5 runs. If you're looking to watch this one on TV, it can be seen on MARQ.</p><h3>CHICAGO CUBS VS MIAMI MARLINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Cubs Moneyline -152</p><p>This game will be played at Wrigley Field at 7:40 ET on Thursday, April 18th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARLINS VS CUBS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Cubs winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Marlins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>The Marlins will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Giants with a 3-1 loss. This was Miami's third straight loss, as they also dropped the final two games of their series vs. the Rockies. Heading into the game, the Marlins were the slight favorite at -106 on the money line.</p>

<p>Trevor Rogers got the start for the Marlins and took the loss. He only gave up one run on four hits but issued three walks and took the loss. Miami's offense scored their only run in thejson 6th, and Bryan De La Cruz was the one who drove it in, going 2/4 with a homer.</p><p>Miami is really struggling this season, as they have a record of 4-15 heading into today's game at Wrigley Field. The Marlins are on a six-game losing streak in series matchups and are still looking for their first series win this season. In the NL East, they are in 5th place and trail the Braves by nine games.</p>

<p>So far, Miami has been really bad at home, going 2-11, and they have been just below average on the road at 2-4. As the underdog this season, the Marlins are 4-8 compared to 0-7 as the favorite.</p><p>Despite their overall struggles, the Marlins have been a solid bet against the run line on the road this season, going 3-3. They have covered the run line in two straight road games and have an average scoring margin of -0.5 runs per game away from home. Miami has been a much better bet against the run line as an underdog, going 6-6, compared to 0-7 as the favorite. Their average run differential in wins is +4.2 runs per game, while it drops to -3.5 runs per game in losses.</p><p>When the Marlins have played games with an over/under line of 7.5, the over/under record is 1-1. Their games have averaged 9.2 runs per game, and their overall over/under record is 11-8. The average over/under line for their games this season has been 8 runs, and 89.5% of their games have had higher over/under lines than 7.5 runs. </p><p>A.J. Puk is getting the start for the Miami Marlins today on the road against the Cubs. In his first start of the season, he went 4 2/3 innings and took the loss, giving up 2 runs on 5 hits and 2 walks. He has 2 strikeouts in each of his first two starts.</p><p>Our projected top hitter for the Marlins today is Luis Arraez, as he has the highest total hits projection on the team and in the league today. If you're looking for a longshot bet, Jesús Sánchez has the 7th highest home run projection in the league today. Jazz Chisholm Jr. is our top home run pick for the Marlins, as he has the best odds on the team and 7th best in the league today.</p><h3>Cubs Records & Stats</h3><p>The Cubs's offense was hot right out of the gates in their most recent game vs. the Diamondbacks, closing out their series with a 5-3 win. After allowing one run to the Diamondbacks in the bottom of the first, the Cubs responded with two runs of their own. Chicago went on to add another two runs in the 5th inning.</p>

<p>Starting for the Cubs was Jordan Wicks, who picked up the win. He only lasted 4 1/3 innings, giving up two earned runs on five hits. Cody Bellinger had a big game at thejson, going 2/4 with a homer and two RBIs.</p><p>With an overall record of 11-7, the Cubs are 2nd in the NL Central, just half a game behind the Brewers. Today, the Cubs are at home, taking on the Marlins. This season, the Cubs have yet to play a game against other teams in the NL Central.</p>

<p>Chicago has been good at home so far, putting together a 5-1 record. And they have been above .500 on the road, going 6-6. Coming into today's game, the Cubs have won four straight games as the favorite.</p><p>When the Cubs are favored, they are 3-1 against the run line. When they are the underdog, they are 10-4 against the run line. Their average run differential in winning games is +3.6, while their average run differential in losing games is -3.6. Overall, they are 13-5 against the run line this season.</p><p>The Cubs have a combined run average of 10.4 runs per game this season, but their over/under record is just 9-9. When the over/under line is set at 7.5 runs, they have gone 3-1 in those games. Overall, 72.2% of their games this season have had over/under lines set higher than 7.5 runs.</p><p>Jameson Taillon is coming off a season in which he made 29 starts and finished with a record of 8-10. His ERA for the year was 4.84, and he finished with a WHIP of 1.28. Taillon's batting average allowed was .254, while his on-base percentage allowed was .301. He finished the year with nine quality starts and gave up a total of 27 home runs. For the season, Taillon averaged 8.16 strikeouts per nine innings and 2.39 walks per nine innings.</p><p>When it comes to the Cubs' offensive projections, we have Nico Hoerner as our top projected hitter in terms of total hits. If you're looking for a home run pick, our model likes Christopher Morel, as he has the best odds to hit a home run on the team and his home run projection is 8th best in the league today. Garrett Cooper is our 2nd best home run pick for the Cubs and his odds to hit a home run are 9th best in the league today.</p>

Miami Marlins vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction 4/18/24

<p>The Maple Leafs and Penguins are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Penguins will host the game at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, PA. The Maple Leafs are the -1.5 goal favorite in this Eastern conference matchup against Penguins. The over/under for the game is set at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS VS PITTSBURGH PENGUINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Pittsburgh Penguins +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at PPG Paints Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, December 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PITTSBURGH PENGUINS:</h3><ul><li>With a 1.5 goal advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Maple Leafs to secure a 4-3 victory.</li><li>Take the Maple Leafs on the moneyline</li><li>On the puck line, we like Penguins (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Will the Maple Leafs Defense Show Up in Pittsburgh?</h3><p>The Maple Leafs dropped to 16-8-2 after a 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. Toronto was the underdog on the puck line, and the total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for only 3.</p> 

<p>Toronto fell behind early, giving up a goal at 9:41 in the first period. They tied it up with just 52 seconds left in the first, thanks to a power-play goal from William Nylander. The Wild scored the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime.</p><p>Toronto's offense was held to one goal in their 2-1 overtime loss to the Wild. William Nylander netted his 9th goal of the season on a power play, with Auston Matthews picking up his 6th assist and Mitchell Marner adding his 12th. The Leafs fired 28 shots on goal but were unable to score after Nylander's goal, which came at 19:08 in the first period.</p> <p>The Leafs had 10 giveaways in the game. After a 1-1 tie in the first period, Toronto was held scoreless through the second, third, and overtime periods.</p><p>Defensively, Toronto gave up the first goal at 9:41 in the opening period and the game-winner at 2:14 in overtime. Goalie Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves with a 93.9% save percentage. The Maple Leafs' defense also recorded 2 takeaways and 30 hits.</p><h3>Will the Pittsburgh Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>With a 3-1 win over the Canadiens, the Penguins moved to 11-13-4 this season. Pittsburgh, favored by -1.5 goals, covered the puck line. The total was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined 4 goals fell short of that mark.</p> 

<p>Sidney Crosby led the way with two goals, including one in the first period at 15:57. Blake Lizotte added an empty-netter at 19:15 in the third period to seal the victory.</p><p>Sidney Crosby led the Penguins’ offense with two goals in their 3-1 win over the Canadiens, scoring his 4th and 5th goals of the season. Blake Lizotte added his 2nd goal of the year, finding the net on his only shot, an empty-netter with 45 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Penguins took 24 shots on goal and scored their second goal on a power play. They recorded 14 giveaways and scored once in each period, with Crosby's first goal coming at 4:03 in the 1st period.</p><p>The Penguins' defense will look to carry its momentum into their next game after a strong showing against the Canadiens. Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves with a 96.2% save percentage, while the defense added 5 takeaways and 19 hits. Pittsburgh's only goal allowed came 5:32 into the 3rd period.</p>

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Pick & Prediction 12/7/24

<p>FOX will broadcast the week 17 non-conference matchup between the Raiders and Saints from Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. The Saints are favored on the money line at -124 and are -1.5 point favorites on the road. The game kicks off at 1:00 ET, and the over/under line is set at 39.5 points.</p><h3>LAS VEGAS RAIDERS VS NEW ORLEANS SAINTS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Las Vegas Raiders +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Caesars Superdome at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LAS VEGAS RAIDERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Raiders winning this one by a score of 20 to 14</li><li>Not only do we have the Raiders winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +1.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 39.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Raiders Pick Up A Win On The Road?</h3><p>With a 3-12 record, the Raiders are 4th in the AFC West and 26th in our power rankings. They have a -8.4 scoring margin and are 6-8-1 against the spread. Their O/U record is 8-7, with the under hitting in four straight games.</p> <p>Las Vegas snapped a six-game losing streak with a 19-14 win over the Jaguars in week 16. They were 2-point favorites and covered the spread, improving to 1-1 ATS as the favorite. The combined points (33) fell short of the 41.5-point line.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Raiders rank 31st in our offensive power rankings. They are 28th in both points per game (17.6) and yards per game (300.1). Despite being 3rd in the NFL in passing attempts, they are 14th in passing yards, averaging 222.7 per game. On the ground, they rank last in the league, with just 77.5 rushing yards per game, on 22 attempts per contest.</p> <p>Las Vegas has struggled on 3rd down, converting just 33.5% of their attempts, which ranks 29th in the NFL. However, they have been efficient in the red zone, converting 46.2% of their trips, which ranks 3rd in the league. In week 16, they scored 19 points, with 13 coming in the 2nd quarter and 6 in the 4th. Aidan O'Connell threw for 257 yards against the Jaguars, and Brock Bowers led the team with 11 catches for 99 yards.</p><p>In their 19-14 win over the Jaguars, the Raiders' defense allowed 236 passing yards on 25 completions. Jacksonville finished with 308 total yards, with the Raiders' run defense holding them to 72 yards on 21 attempts. The Raiders' defense forced the Jaguars to convert on just 40% of their third down attempts and allowed only one passing touchdown. However, they managed only one sack and had a tackles for loss differential of -4.</p><h3>Will The Saints Win At Home Over The Raiders?</h3><p>Heading into week 17, the Saints are 5-10 and sit 30th in our power rankings. They’ve lost two straight games, including a 34-0 blowout against the Packers in week 16. New Orleans was a 14-point underdog in that matchup but couldn’t cover the spread. The O/U line was 43.5, and the teams combined for 34 points, marking the Saints’ fourth consecutive under.</p> <p>With a -2.5 scoring margin, New Orleans is 6-9 against the spread. They are 1-3 as favorites and 5-6 as underdogs. The Saints have been eliminated from playoff contention and have a 0.0% chance of winning the NFC South.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Saints rank 19th in our offensive power rankings. They sit 22nd in the NFL in points per game, averaging 20.6, and are 18th in yards per game with 325.4. New Orleans is 17th in passing attempts, averaging 31.5 per game, but ranks 23rd in passing yards with 204.8. On the ground, they are 12th in rushing attempts and 13th in rushing yards, averaging 120.6 per game. The Saints are 20th in the league in 3rd-down conversion percentage and 19th in red zone attempts, converting 35% of their trips inside the 20, which ranks 11th in the NFL.</p> <p>Spencer Rattler has been filling in for Derek Carr, who is questionable for week 17 with a hand injury. In week 16, Rattler threw for 153 yards on 15/30 passing, with one interception in a 34-0 loss to the Packers. Foster Moreau led the team with 33 receiving yards, while Rattler added 28 rushing yards. The Saints failed to score in week 16 after putting up 19 points in week 15 and 11 in week 14.</p><p>The Saints' defense struggled to stop the run in their 34-0 loss to the Packers, giving up 188 yards on 39 attempts. Despite their issues against the run, they did hold the Packers to 216 passing yards on 17 completions. New Orleans' defense didn't record any sacks in the game and allowed the Packers to convert on 46.2% of their third down attempts.<p></p>The Saints' defense also allowed one passing touchdown and gave up 404 total yards in the game. They finished with a 56.7% completion percentage against them and lost the QB hit and tackles for loss differentials to the Packers.</p>

Las Vegas Raiders vs New Orleans Saints Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>With a money line of -453, the Eagles are the heavy favorite as they take on the Cowboys at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th. The Eagles are looking to improve their record, while the Cowboys are also looking to add to theirs. The over/under line is sitting at 43 points, and the Eagles are favored by -9.5 points. You can catch this week 17 NFC East matchup on FOX.</p><h3>DALLAS COWBOYS VS PHILADELPHIA EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Philadelphia Eagles -9.5</p><p>This game will be played at Lincoln Financial Field at 1:00 ET on Sunday, December 29th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PHILADELPHIA EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have the Eagles winning this one by a score of 25 to 10</li><li>Not only do we have the Eagles winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at -9.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 43 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Cowboys Pull Off An Upset As Road Underdogs</h3><p>With two straight wins, the Cowboys are now 7-8, but they have a 0.0% chance of making the playoffs. After a week 14 loss to the Bengals, Dallas bounced back with wins over the Panthers and Buccaneers, including a 26-24 victory over Tampa Bay in week 16. The Cowboys were 4.5-point underdogs in that game, and the 50 combined points were enough to hit the over (47.0).</p> <p>Dallas ranks 28th in our NFL power rankings and sits 10th in the NFC. They are 6-9 against the spread this season, with an average scoring margin of -5.3 points per game. Their O/U record is 10-5, with the over hitting in two straight games.</p><p>Cooper Rush has been solid over his last three games, posting passer ratings of 108 in week 16, 119 in week 15, and 77 in week 14. Against the Buccaneers, he threw for 292 yards on 26/35 passing, with one touchdown and no interceptions. CeeDee Lamb has also been consistent, with 105 receiving yards in week 16, following 116 yards in week 15 and 93 yards in week 14. Rico Dowdle struggled in week 16, rushing for just 23 yards on 13 carries after a 149-yard performance in week 15.</p> <p>Dallas ranks 25th in our offensive power rankings, averaging 21.6 points per game, which is 20th in the league. They are 16th in total yards per game with 328.1 and 10th in passing yards, averaging 232.9 per game. The Cowboys rank 24th in 3rd down conversions, with a 36% success rate, but they are 6th in the NFL in red zone conversion percentage.</p><p>In the Cowboys' 26-24 win over the Buccaneers, their defense allowed 410 yards, including 134 rushing yards on just 23 attempts. Tampa Bay had some success on the ground, averaging 5.8 yards per attempt, but Dallas' defense made key plays when needed.<p></p>Dallas' defense recorded four sacks, intercepted one pass, and limited the Buccaneers to a 50% conversion rate on third down. Despite giving up 276 passing yards and allowing Tampa Bay to complete 72.1% of their passes, the Cowboys managed to come out on top.</p><h3>Are The Eagles Going To Defend Home Field Advantage?</h3><p>Heading into week 17, the Eagles hold a 12-3 record, giving them a 98.4% chance of winning the NFC East and a 100% chance of making the playoffs. They currently rank 5th in our NFL power rankings. Philadelphia is 9-6 against the spread, with a +7.9 scoring margin, and they are 3-0 ATS as underdogs.</p> <p>After winning five straight games, the Eagles lost 36-33 to the Commanders in week 16. They were 4-point favorites in this matchup but couldn’t get the win. The O/U line was 47 points, and the teams combined for 69.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Eagles are 4th in our offensive power rankings. They rank 8th in the NFL in points per game (26.8) and 6th in yards per game (370.9). Philadelphia has leaned heavily on the run game, leading the league with 36.9 rushing attempts per game and 187.9 rushing yards per game. On the other hand, they rank 31st in passing yards, averaging 183 per game, and are 27th in passing attempts.</p> <p>In week 16, the Eagles scored 33 points in a loss to Washington, with 21 of those points coming in the first quarter. Saquon Barkley rushed for 150 yards on 29 carries, while A.J. Brown had 8 catches for 97 yards and a touchdown. Philadelphia struggled on 3rd down, converting just 3 of 16 attempts, but they did score on 2 of their 4 red zone trips.</p><p>In their 36-33 loss to the Commanders, the Eagles' defense allowed five passing touchdowns while giving up 255 yards through the air. They did manage to force two interceptions but struggled to get off the field, as Washington converted on 53.8% of their third down attempts. The Eagles allowed a completion percentage of 61.5% and gave up 368 total yards. Additionally, the Eagles' defense struggled to generate consistent pressure, finishing with only one sack and a negative tackles for loss differential.<p></p>

Dallas Cowboys vs Philadelphia Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 12/29/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Golden Knights and Ducks face off at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The Ducks are hosting the game at Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The Golden Knights are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Pacific division matchup against the Ducks. The over/under for the game is set at 6.5 goals.</p><h3>VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS VS ANAHEIM DUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Anaheim Ducks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Honda Center at 10:00 ET on Wednesday, November 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ANAHEIM DUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Ducks to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Ducks on the moneyline (+168)</li><li>The Ducks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Are the Golden Knights Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 4-3 overtime win against Utah, the Golden Knights improved to 9-4-2. Vegas, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 7 goals surpassed that mark.</p>

<p>Vegas trailed 2-0 before scoring four unanswered goals. Four different players contributed to the scoring, with Brett Howden netting the game-winner at 2:15 in overtime.</p><p>Vegas fired 35 shots on goal and scored four times in their 4-3 overtime win. Brett Howden netted his 6th goal of the season, while William Karlsson added his 2nd. Pavel Dorofeyev opened the scoring for the Golden Knights with his 7th goal, and Noah Hanifin followed with his 2nd.</p> <p>Hanifin also picked up two assists, bringing his total to 5 this season. Mark Stone contributed with his 15th assist on Howden’s overtime winner. The Golden Knights had 13 giveaways in the game.</p><p>Defensively, the Golden Knights allowed the first two goals of the game, both coming at the 8:08 mark of the first period and 8:00 into the second. They also gave up a late goal at 13:10 in the third period, which tied the game at 3-3. Adin Hill finished with a save percentage of 84.2% on 16 saves, while the defense recorded 10 takeaways and 22 hits.</p><h3>Does Anaheim Stand a Chance at Home?</h3><p>The Ducks fell to 5-7-2 after a 4-2 road loss to the Blackhawks. Anaheim was favored on the puck line, but failed to cover. The total was set at 6.5 goals, and the combined 6 goals fell just short of that mark.</p> <p>Anaheim’s defense struggled early, giving up two goals in the first period. They didn’t score until the third period, when they were already down 3-0. Brock McGinn and Mason McTavish each found the net for the Ducks.</p><p>Anaheim's offense was limited to two goals in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season at 9:44 in the third period, while Mason McTavish followed with his second goal, scoring on a power play with just 4 seconds left in the game.</p> <p>The Ducks fired 39 shots on goal but were hindered by 16 giveaways. Ryan Strome picked up his fourth assist of the season on McTavish's late power-play goal, and Troy Terry added his fifth assist.</p><p>Defensively, the Ducks struggled early, giving up the first three goals of the game. Two of those came on the power play, including one at 18:05 in the 2nd period. After cutting the deficit to 3-1, the Ducks allowed another goal at 17:43 in the 3rd period. Lukas Dostal finished with a save percentage of 86.2% on 29 shots from the Blackhawks.</p>

Vegas Golden Knights vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction 11/13/24

<p>FOX will be covering this week eight college football matchup between the Oregon Ducks and Purdue Boilermakers, set to kick off at 8:00 ET from Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette. The Oregon Ducks are coming in with a perfect 6-0 record, while Purdue is looking to improve on their 1-5 start to the season. The Ducks are heavily favored at -27.5 points, with the over/under line currently set at 58.5 points.</p><h3>OREGON DUCKS VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Purdue Boilermakers +27.5</p><p>This game will be played at Ross-Ade Stadium at 8:00 ET on Friday, October 18th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PURDUE BOILERMAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Oregon Ducks winning this one by a score of 37 to 27</li><li>Even though we like the Oregon Ducks to win, our ATS pick is to take the Purdue Boilermakers at +27.5</li><li>Look for this game to go over the line of 58.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Oregon Ducks Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>Oregon enters Week 8 against Purdue with a 6-0 record and is ranked 8th in our CFB power rankings. They have a 100% chance of being bowl-eligible and a 28.1% chance of winning the Big Ten. Oregon also holds the second-best odds in the country to make the CFB playoff at 83.8%.</p> <p></p><p>The Ducks are 3-0 at home and 2-0 on the road this season. They’ve been favored in four of their six games, going 4-0 as the favorite. Their average scoring margin is +15.2 points per game, but they are 2-3 against the spread.</p> <p></p><p>Oregon’s over/under record is 3-2, with their games averaging 53.8 points. The average line has been 54.3 points, and this week’s line is set at 58.5 points.</p><p>Oregon’s offense ranks 24th in points per game, averaging 34.5, but they are 14th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 8. Dillon Gabriel has thrown for 1,790 yards, and the Ducks are 8th in passing completions, averaging 26.2 per game. They rank 17th in passing yards, with 302 per game, and Gabriel has 13 touchdowns and three interceptions, with a passer rating of 117.</p> <p>Oregon leads the nation in completion percentage at 76.2%. Gabriel’s completion percentage is 76.1%. On the ground, they average 165.2 rushing yards per game. Jordan James has 667 rushing yards, six touchdowns, and averages 6 yards per carry. Tez Johnson leads the receivers with 50 catches for 470 yards and six touchdowns.</p><p>Oregon's defense ranks 25th nationally, allowing 19.3 points per game. They’ve given up 110.8 rushing yards per game (33rd) and 189.3 passing yards per game, ranking 44th. Opposing quarterbacks have a 72.8 passer rating against Oregon, completing 58.6% of their passes.</p><p></p><p>In their recent game against Ohio State, Oregon allowed 31 points and 469 total yards. The Ducks gave up 326 passing yards and two touchdowns, while Ohio State rushed 32 times for 143 yards.</p><h3>Are The Purdue Boilermakers Going Win In At Upset At Ross-Ade Stadium</h3><p>Purdue enters Week 8 with a 1-5 record and no chance of bowl eligibility. They are ranked 102nd in our power rankings. So far, they are 0-2 at home and 0-2 on the road this season.</p> <p></p><p>The Boilermakers have not been favored in any game this season and have an average scoring margin of -15.3 points per game. Against the spread, they are 0-4.</p> <p></p><p>This week’s over/under line is 58.5 points, while Purdue’s games have averaged 62.7 points. Their over/under record is 3-1, with an average line of 47.4 points.</p><p>Heading into week 8, Purdue’s offense ranks 94th in our power rankings, averaging 23.7 points per game. Hudson Card has thrown for 738 yards, with seven touchdowns and four interceptions, giving him a passer rating of 88. Purdue is 105th nationally in passing yards, averaging 183.8 yards per game, and they convert just 33.3% of their third downs.</p> <p>On the ground, Purdue averages 157.3 rushing yards per game. Devin Mockobee leads the team with 464 rushing yards, averaging 6 yards per carry, and has scored two touchdowns. Jahmal Edrine has 154 receiving yards and one touchdown.</p><p>Purdue's defense has struggled this season, allowing an average of 39 points per game, including 50 points in their recent 50-49 loss to Illinois. They gave up 556 total yards, with 379 yards coming through the air and 177 on the ground, along with three rushing touchdowns.</p><p></p><p>Opponents have averaged 229.8 rushing yards per game against Purdue, ranking them 169th nationally. The Boilermakers have faced the 17th fewest pass attempts in the country, but they are still allowing 225.7 passing yards per game, with quarterbacks completing 60.1% of their throws.</p>

Oregon Ducks vs Purdue Boilermakers Betting Pick & Prediction 10/18/24

<p>ABC will broadcast this week 17 NFC matchup between the Lions and 49ers, which kicks off at 8:15 ET. The Lions are favored on the road with a point spread of -3.5 and a money line of -196. The 49ers, the home team, have a money line of +164 and the over/under line is set at 50.5 points. The game is being played at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA.</p><h3>DETROIT LIONS VS SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: San Francisco 49ers +3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Levi's Stadium at 8:15 ET on Monday, December 30th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the 49ers winning this one by a score of 25 to 19</li><li>Not only do we have the 49ers winning straight-up, we have them covering the spread at +3.5</li><li>We see this game finishing below the line of 50.5 points</li></ul><h3>Will The Lions Win As Road Favorites?</h3><p>With a 13-2 record, the Lions sit atop our NFL power rankings and have a 76.3% chance of winning the NFC North. They bounced back from their week 15 loss to the Bills by beating the Bears 34-17 in week 16, covering the 6.5-point spread. The O/U line was 47.5, and the teams combined for 51 points.</p> <p>Detroit has an average scoring margin of +12.9 points per game and is 10-4-1 against the spread. Their O/U record is 8-6-1, with the over hitting in three straight games.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the Lions are 3rd in our offensive power rankings. They lead the NFL in scoring, averaging 32.9 points per game, and are 2nd in passing yards per game (264.7) despite ranking 15th in pass attempts. Detroit also ranks 6th in rushing yards per game (143.9) on 31.3 attempts per contest.</p> <p>Jared Goff has been on fire, posting a passer rating of 136 in week 16, with 336 yards and 3 touchdowns on 23/32 passing. He threw for 494 yards and 5 touchdowns in week 15 and had 283 yards and 3 touchdowns in week 14. Jameson Williams led the team in receiving in week 16, with 5 catches for 143 yards.</p><p>In their 34-17 win over the Bears, the Lions' defense gave up 323 passing yards on 26 completions. Chicago had a tough time running the ball, with just 59 yards on 17 attempts. Despite allowing 382 total yards, Detroit's defense limited the Bears to a 20% third-down conversion rate.<p></p>The Lions' defense recorded two sacks and had two more quarterback hits than the Bears. Chicago did find the endzone twice through the air, with the Lions allowing two passing touchdowns.</p><h3>Are The 49ers Going Win In At Upset At Levi's Stadium</h3><p>Heading into week 17, the 49ers are looking to snap a two-game losing streak, which includes a 29-17 loss to the Dolphins in week 16. San Francisco was favored by 1.5 points in that game but couldn’t get the win, dropping their record to 6-9. Despite their record, the 49ers rank 9th in our NFL power rankings, but their playoff chances are now at 0.0%.</p> <p>Against the spread, the 49ers are 5-10 this season, with an average scoring margin of -1.2 points per game. They are 5-8 ATS as favorites and 0-2 as underdogs. Their O/U record is 8-7, with their games averaging 45.3 points compared to an average line of 46.3.</p><p>Heading into week 17, the 49ers rank 16th in the NFL with 22.1 points per game and 8th in total yards, averaging 365.7 per contest. They are 21st in passing attempts but 7th in passing yards, with 235.7 per game. On the ground, they rank 13th in rushing attempts and 10th in rushing yards, averaging 130 per game. San Francisco is 10th in 3rd-down conversions and 7th in red zone attempts, but they sit 21st in red zone conversion percentage.</p> <p>Brock Purdy threw for 313 yards (26/40) with 2 touchdowns and an interception in week 16 against Miami. George Kittle had 8 catches for 106 yards, and Purdy led the team in rushing with 26 yards on 4 carries. Before that, the 49ers scored just 6 points in week 15, with Purdy posting a passer rating of 45 against the Rams.</p><p>San Francisco's defense struggled to stop the run in their 29-17 loss to the Dolphins, giving up 166 yards on the ground across 30 attempts. They also allowed 215 passing yards, with Miami completing 64.7% of their passes. The 49ers' inability to generate pressure was evident, as they failed to record any sacks and finished with a -5 differential in quarterback hits.</p><p></p><p>Despite their struggles, the 49ers did manage to hold Miami to a 33.3% conversion rate on third down. Overall, the defense had a tough time slowing down the Dolphins' offense, as they allowed 381 total yards in the game.</p>

Detroit Lions vs San Francisco 49ers Betting Pick & Prediction 12/30/24

<p>Heading into game two of this National League matchup, it will be Brandon Pfaadt on the mound for the Diamondbacks (67-61, 33-31 home), facing off against the Reds (67-62, 36-28 away) and Hunter Greene. Find out my prediction for today's Cincinnati Reds vs. Arizona Diamondbacks game in Phoenix.</p><h3>CINCINNATI REDS VS ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Arizona Diamondbacks -164</p><p>This game will be played at Chase Field at 9:40 ET on Friday, August 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS:</h3><ul><li>The Diamondbacks have gone 4-1 in their five games at home.</li><li>Arizona is on a four game winning streak when favored on the moneyline.</li><li>Opponents are hitting just .197 against Brandon Pfaadt in his last two starts.</li></ul><h3>CINCINNATI REDS LOOK TO CONTINUE WINNING WAYS ON THE ROAD</h3><p>For the season, the Reds are 67-62 and 80-49 against the runline. In the NL Central, they are in 3rd place and have gone 16-23 against division opponents. On the road, Cincinnati have won two straight series. The Reds' season-long over/under record sits at 64-65.</p><p><p>Hunter Greene has made 16 appearances this season, boasting a 2-5 record. On the road, he has earned two wins and a 3.66 ERA, but at home his record is 0-4 with an ERA of 8.09. Opposing teams have a .472 slugging percentage against him overall, and he has allowed a batting average of .245.</p></p><p>The Cincinnati Reds were defeated by the Toronto Blue Jays 10-3 in Hunter Greene's most recent start. Greene was unable to make it out of the game, surrendering eight earned runs on 10 hits.</p><p>In their five most recent games, the Reds have put together a batting average of only .217, placing them 23rd compared to the rest of the league. At 4.8 runs per game, Cincinnati is 9th in the MLB. This figure has come on a team batting average of .248 and OPS of .739 which has them 13th in baseball.</p><p>Over the Reds' last five contests, Matt McLain has been a force at the plate, leading the team with two home runs. For the season, he has 15 round-trippers and is batting .293.</p><h3>WILL THE ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS AT HOME?</h3><p>On a record of 67-61, the Diamondbacks are 2nd in the NL West. At home, they have put together a win percent of 51.6% compared to 53.1% on the road. This season, Arizona has gone 29-40 against teams who are above .500, and hold an overall series record of 23-16-4.</p><p><p>Brandon Pfaadt has made 12 appearances this season, with an unenviable 0-6 record and a 6.13 ERA. He has 55 strikeouts, averaging 8.03 per nine innings, and his slugging percentage allowed is .529 with a WHIP of 1.41. On the road, he is 0-2 with an ERA of 4.87, while at home he is 0-4 with an ERA of 9.87.</p></p><p>Brandon Pfaadt put forth a strong performance in his most recent start, going seven innings without allowing a run. Unfortunately, the Diamondbacks were unable to capitalize on his effort and dropped the game to the Padres 4-0.</p><p>The Diamondbacks have been one of the top power lineups in the league of late, having hit 4 home runs over their last five games. Compared to other clubs, this is 8th best in that span. For the season, they are ranked 16th in home runs and 12th in slugging percentage. Overall, Arizona is averaging 4.7 runs per game (12th).</p><p>The Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll has been one of the team's most productive hitters in 2023. His .277 batting average and 64 runs batted in have helped him lead the way, while his 22 home runs have provided a powerful boost to the offense.</p>

Cincinnati Reds vs Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Pick & Prediction 8/25/23

<p>Betting on today's Runnin' Utes and Beavers game? Catch the action at Gill Coliseum in Corvallis, OR, as the Beavers hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on ESPNU. Utah is favored by -6.5 in this Pac-12 conference contest against Oregon State. The game's over/under currently sits at 143 points.</p><h3>UTAH RUNNIN' UTES VS OREGON STATE BEAVERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Oregon State Beavers +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Gill Coliseum at 11:00 ET on Thursday, March 7th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE OREGON STATE BEAVERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Beavers.</li><li>Not only will Oregon State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Runnin' Utes Deliver Being Favored on the Road?</h3><p>Utah comes into this game as the favorite, and they have been the favorite in 19 of their 29 games this season. They have a 15-4 record when favored, and they have won their last two games.</p>

<p>On the road, the Runnin' Utes have struggled this season, going just 3-7. Their average scoring margin on the road is -9.7 points per game, and over their last 10 games away from home, they have gone 3-7.</p><p>Utah's ATS record this season is 14-15, including a 3-7 mark on the road. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Utes are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Utah's over/under record for the season sits at 14-13-2, and the average over/under line in their games is 147.7. So far, 17 of their games have finished with more points than today's line of 143. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 153 points, and their OU record over their last 10 games is 6-4.</p><p>In their latest game, Utah offense put up 88 points against California. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 50.8% and made 12 threes. Branden Carlson is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 16.7. Meanwhile, Gabe Madsen also brings a PPG average of 13.2 into the game.</p><p>At this time, the Runnin' Utes' defense is positioned 194th in the country, permitting 72.8 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 8.1 threes per game vs. Oregon State. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 34.2%.</p><h3>Is a Home Win Possible for the Beavers?</h3><p>After losing to Oregon, Oregon State's record now stands at 12-17 overall and 4-14 in Pac-12 play. The Beavers have struggled on the road this season, going just 1-9 compared to their 11-8 record at home. They have lost three straight games at home and are 5-5 in their last 10.</p>

<p>As an underdog this season, Oregon State is 4-17, and they have been the underdog in 21 of their 29 games. They have yet to be favored this season, going 0-8 in those games. The Beavers' average scoring margin at home this season is +1.5 compared to -13.1 on the road.</p><p>As the underdog, Oregon State has been a solid bet against the spread this season, going 13-8. Their ATS record at home is 10-9, but they've been even better lately, going 2-1 ATS in their last 3 home games and 7-3 in their last 10. Overall, the Beavers are 16-13 vs. the spread this year.</p><p>So far this season, the over/under record for Oregon State games is 19-10, and today's line of 143 is higher than the average OU line in their games (138.3). Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 153 points, and in their last five games, the average is 143 points. Currently, their over/under record in their last three games is 3-0.</p><p>In their recent game, the Beavers' offense concluded with 71 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 68.9 points per contest. Leading Oregon State in scoring vs. Oregon was Tyler Bilodeau with his 26 points. Jordan Pope also added 22 points for the Beavers.</p><p>Currently, the Beavers' defense holds the 185th rank in the nation, allowing 72.4 points per game. In today's game, the Oregon State defense will be looking to once again do a good job defending the three-point line, as they gave up just 5 three-pointers while giving up 78 points.</p>

Utah Runnin' Utes vs Oregon State Beavers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/7/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Predators and Blackhawks. The game is starting at 8:30 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blackhawks at United Center in Chicago, IL. Get ready to place your bets! The Predators are the -1.5 goal favorites in this Central division matchup against the Blackhawks. The over/under for the game is set at 6 goals.</p><h3>NASHVILLE PREDATORS VS CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at United Center at 8:30 ET on Friday, October 25th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>In spite of being 1.5 goal underdogs, we anticipate the Blackhawks winning this one 4-2.</li><li>We like the Blackhawks on the moneyline (+148)</li><li>The Blackhawks are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Is It the Predators Game to Lose on the Road?</h3><p>Nashville picked up their first win of the season, defeating the Bruins 4-0. The Predators covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, with the total set at 6 goals. Nashville is now 1-5-0 on the season.</p> 

<p>Four different Predators found the net in the win. Ryan O’Reilly opened the scoring at 2:44 in the first period with a power-play goal. Nashville’s defense held the Bruins scoreless, with Juuse Saros stopping all 33 shots he faced.</p><p>Nashville's offense fired 42 shots on goal in their 4-0 win over Boston. They had 20 giveaways but still managed to score four times, with each goal coming from a different player.</p> <p>Ryan O'Reilly netted his second goal of the season on a power play, while Luke Evangelista added his first, scoring on an empty net. Gustav Nyquist also found the net for the first time this season. Tommy Novak, who scored the second goal, now has three goals this year.</p><p>Defensively, the Predators will look to build on their previous performance, where they allowed 0 goals to the Bruins. Juuse Saros recorded 33 saves with a 100% save percentage. The Predators' defense also tallied 7 takeaways and 32 hits.</p><h3>Will the Blackhawks Come Through as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>With a 6-3 loss to the Canucks, the Blackhawks fell to 2-4-1 this season. Chicago’s defense struggled right from the start, allowing a goal just 21 seconds into the first period.</p> 

<p>The total for the game was set at 5.5 goals, but the teams combined for 9. As the underdogs on the puck line, the Blackhawks failed to cover.</p><p>Chicago fired 34 shots on goal but only managed to score three times in their 6-3 loss to Vancouver. Ryan Donato netted his second goal of the season, while Taylor Hall added his second as well. Tyler Bertuzzi scored his third goal, which came on a power play in the third period.</p> <p>The Blackhawks had 19 giveaways and scored twice in the first period before adding their third goal with 5:56 remaining in the game. Seth Jones picked up his sixth assist of the season on Bertuzzi’s power-play goal.</p><p>Defensively, the Blackhawks struggled early, giving up the first two goals and four total in the first period. They also allowed two more in the 3rd, leading to a 6-3 loss. Petr Mrazek made 24 saves with a save percentage of 80%, and the defense finished with 6 takeaways and 16 hits.</p>

Nashville Predators vs Chicago Blackhawks Betting Pick & Prediction 10/25/24

<p>Betting on today's Blue Hose and Buccaneers game? Catch the action at Buccaneer Fieldhouse in Charleston, SC, as the Buccaneers hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blue Hose come into this Big South conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 141 points.</p><h3>PRESBYTERIAN BLUE HOSE VS CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Charleston Southern Buccaneers +1</p><p>This game will be played at Buccaneer Fieldhouse at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE CHARLESTON SOUTHERN BUCCANEERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Buccaneers.</li><li>Not only will Charleston Southern pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 141 points, and we like the over with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Presbyterian Have What it Takes to Win as Road Favorites?</h3><p>Presbyterian is getting ready for their 16th game of the season, bringing with them an 8-7 record. On the road, the Blue Hose have a 3-3 record, while at home they are 2-4. Presbyterian has a subpar ATS performance, sitting below .500 with a 5-7 record. In their last ten games, Presbyterian has struggled vs. the spread, going 0-3.</p><p>In 15 games, Presbyterian comes in with an over/under mark of 7-5-0, with their games averaging 147.8 points per game. The Blue Hose's have recorded an over/under record of 1-1 in their last three games, with their games averaging 151 points per game.</p><p>In contrast to their season average of 78.3 points per game, the Presbyterian had a below average performance. They scored 68 points against Wake Forest and had a field goal percentage of 42.1%. For the season, the Presbyterian offense has been one of the more efficient shooting teams in the NCAA with a field goal percentage of 49%. So far, they have hit 56% of their looks from inside the arc, and are averaging 6.8 made three's per contest.</p><p>The Blue Hose's defense is presently ranked 162nd nationally, allowing an average of 72.3 points per contest. In today's game vs. Charleston Southern, the Presbyterian defense will be looking to do a better job avoiding putting opponents on the line. In their last game, Presbyterian made 21 free-throws vs. the Blue Hose.</p><h3>Does Charleston Southern Have a Shot at a Home Win?</h3><p>Heading into their 14th game of the season, Charleston Southern holds a 4-9 record. So far this season, the Buccaneers have played all of their games on the road. As of today's game, Charleston Southern's record against the spread for the season is 3-6-1. In their last five games, the team is 2-2 vs. the spread.</p><p>Through 13 games, Charleston Southern has an over/under record of 3-5-2 with their games averaging a combined 141.1 points per game so far. When assessing the Buccaneers' performance in their last three games, their over/under record stands at 1-1, with their games averaging 159 points per game.</p><p>The Charleston Southern offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 60 points versus North Carolina. During the game, they attempted 25 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 33.3%. On the offensive front, the Buccaneers have a season-long field goal percentage of 44%, ranking 232nd nationally. When it comes to three-point shooting, they are ranked 130th in terms of percentage and 173rd in three-pointers made.</p><p>So far, the Buccaneers' defense is ranked 223rd in the country at 76.0 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 4.7 threes per game vs. Presbyterian. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 26.1%.</p>

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