ARLINGTON PARK
Dr. Feelgood: Broke 10th, raced more than 18 lengths behind in 11th after a half-mile, advanced to fifth in stretch, made up 6 ? lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at 1 1/16 miles on June 14.
Poschner: Raced more than six lengths behind in seventh after a half-mile, moved up in the stretch to fourth, made up three lengths and finished second beaten a neck at 1 1/8 miles on the turf June 9.?
Metts Ready: Raced off rail in fourth more than two lengths behind after a half-mile, lost ground entering stretch, made up more than 4 ? lengths and gained second by a nose at 6 ? furlongs on May 26. (Raced third early, dropped back to fourth more than 1 ? lengths behind after a half-mile, surged to lead in stretch and drew off by 3 ? lengths under urging at a mile on June 10.)
BELMONT
Victory Assured: Raced fourth early, dropped back to sixth more than 3 ? lengths behind after a half-mile, steadied in traffic on far turn, steadied in stretch racing fourth and finished second beaten a length at 1 1/8 miles on a good inner turf course June 13.
Rizzi’s Twist: Stumbled badly at start, bumped, raced eighth more than nine lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to fifth in stretch, closed fast to make up more than 6 ? lengths and finished third beaten a half-length and three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on June 10; ran final quarter in 24 1/5.
Exton: Broke eighth, crowded at start, raced three wide in sixth more than 3 ? lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to third in stretch, finished well to make up 3 ? lengths and finished second beaten 1 ? lengths at 1 1/16 miles on the turf May 24. (Led by a head from the start pressed by three different rivals, dug in gamely in stretch and prevailed by a nose at 1 1/16 miles at Belmont on June 13.)??
Sweet Ransom: Rank in gate, raced 9 ? lengths behind in third after a half-mile, rallied wide to challenge leader at six furlong marker, bumped with winner in upper stretch and lost by three-quarters of a length at a mile on the turf May 4.? (Pressed pace a length back in third after a half-mile, advanced three wide approaching stretch, drew clear in mid-stretch by 1 ? lengths and won by a half-length at 1 1/16 miles on June 7.)
CALDER
Angel Made: Hit gate at start, raced seventh early, advanced to sixth in stretch and gained second by a nose at 4 ? furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface June 15.
Cajulena: Hit gate at break, steadied to avoid pulled up rival on backstretch, raced four lengths behind in fifth after three-eighths of a mile, rallied to third in stretch and gained second by a half-length at five furlongs on a good turf course May 25.
Angel Wings: Flew out of the gate on rail to the front, led by three after a half-mile, drew off through the stretch to win by 12 ? lengths in a hand ride at six furlongs on May 14.
Lady Tropicana: Trailed by 13 lengths after a half-mile, swung out in 10th for drive, rallied to sixth in stretch, made up 4 ? lengths and finished full of run second by a head at a mile on the grass May 6; ran final quarter in 23 1/5. (Raced 4 ? lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, angled three wide on far turn, grabbed lead by five lengths and won by 12 ? lengths ridden out at 1 1/16 miles on May 27.)
Swift Mercedes: Pinched back at break, trailed by more than 10 lengths after a half-mile, closed well from seventh in stretch to make up more than 4 ? lengths and finished third beaten a half-length and three-quarters of a length at a mile on the turf April 25. (Broke alertly, went right to the front, led by 2 ? lengths after a half-mile and cruised to a 7 ?-length victory at six furlongs on June 7.)
CHURCHILL DOWNS
Smokin’ Spirit: Bobbled at break, swerved out, rushed up to press pace a half-length back after three-eighths of a mile, lost ground entering stretch, made up 1 ? lengths and lost by a length at 5 ? furlongs on June 15.
Smart Bunny: Drifted in at break, raced sixth more than five lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied four wide into the lane, made up nearly three lengths in stretch and finished third beaten a head and a neck at six furlongs on June 9; ran final quarter in 24 1/5.
Euphoric: Bumped at break by third-place finisher, trailed early, advanced to sixth more than 4 ? lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied four wide to fifth in stretch, made up more than 3 ? lengths and gained second by three-quarters of a length at 6 ? furlongs on May 25; ran final 2 ? furlongs in 30 4/5.
Whatsthescript: Encountered trouble racing fifth along backstretch, advanced to fourth 2 ? lengths behind after a half-mile, steadied on far turn, dropped to sixth, worked way out five wide for drive, blocked briefly in stretch, closed from fourth to make up 3 ? lengths and lost by a half-length at 1 1/16 miles on a yielding turf course May 9.
Tell It All: Raced fourth more than two lengths behind after a half-mile, steadied when faded rival lost rider, carried extremely wide around turn losing ground to last, recovered advancing to fourth in stretch, rallied to make up more than 2 ? lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at a mile on May 1.
Nonesuch Kiss: Raced sixth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied five wide approaching stretch, took over about sixteenth pole and drew off by 1 ? lengths at seven furlongs on May 16; returned $16.20 on front end. (Raced fourth early, dropped back to fifth more than 2 ? lengths behind after a half-mile, circled rivals into the stretch to gain second and prevailed by three-quarters of a length at a mile on June 9; returned $34 on the front end.)
HOLLYWOOD PARK
Big Bad Leroybrown: Raced ninth early, dropped back to 10th more than 5 ? lengths after a half-mile, lost ground entering stretch, rallied between rivals from eighth, made up more than 5 ? lengths and finished third beaten a neck and three-quarters of a length at 7 ? furlongs on June 14.
My City by the Bay: Broke last, trailed by more than six lengths after a half-mile, swung three deep into stretch, made up more than 2 ? lengths and gained second by three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on the turf June 10.
Brooker: Trailed early, raced six lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied outside three deep into stretch, rallied from fifth to make up more than 2 ? lengths and finished second beaten a half-length at six furlongs on May 25; ran final quarter in 24 flat.
Vaunt: A bit slow to begin, trailed inside by three lengths after a half-mile, came out entering stretch, closed willingly from fourth to make up more than 2 ? lengths and finished second beaten a neck at six furlongs on the turf April 27.
Red Opal: Raced seventh early, dropped to eighth more than 7 ? lengths after a half-mile, came three deep into stretch, drifted in a bit, rallied to make up more than 4 ? lengths and finished second beaten a neck at six furlongs on the turf April 25; ran final quarter in 22 4/5.
INDIANA DOWNS
Hold the Salt: Raced sixth four wide six lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, closed determinedly from third in stretch and won by a half-length at five furlongs on May 28 at Churchill Downs. (Chased leader three lengths behind in second after a half-mile, saved ground moving to lead in stretch and drew off by 5 ? lengths at a mile on the turf June 16.)
LOUISIANA DOWNS
Trivali: Steadied leaving chute, fell back to eighth in tight on backstretch, advanced a bit, steadied again, dropped to ninth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, came four wide into the lane, rallied to fourth in stretch and dead-heated for second at seven furlongs on a sealed sloppy surface June 10.
Livvy Leigh: Raced 10th more than 10 ? lengths behind after a half-mile, came widest from seventh losing ground entering stretch, made up 12 lengths and lost by a head at a mile on the turf May 13; ran final quarter in 24 3/5. (Raced eighth early, dropped to last more than 8 ? lengths behind after a half-mile, encountered heavy traffic turning for home, advanced to sixth in stretch, altered course to outside looking for room at furlong marker, closed fast to make up 5 ? lengths and gained third by a half-length at about a mile on the turf May 25; ran final quarter in 24 3/5.)
MONMOUTH
Chollie One: Trailed early, moved to sixth more than 4 ? lengths behind after a half-mile, saved ground into the lane, rallied from fourth between rivals to make up nearly 2 ? lengths in stretch and finished third beaten a nose and a head at six furlongs on June 13.
Collision: Raced fifth more than four lengths behind after a half-mile, went four wide into stretch, made up more than 2 ? lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length on June 9.
Absolved: Raced third early, checked in traffic at half-mile pole, dropped to fourth 2 ? lengths behind, saved ground to turn, made up two lengths in stretch and lost by a half-length at six furlongs on May 12. (Dueled for lead a head in front through a half-mile and finished second by 2 ? lengths at six furlongs on May 28.)??
PHILADELPHIA PARK
Yo Cuz: Raced 2 ? lengths behind in fourth after a half-mile, lost ground to fifth going widest entering stretch, rallied to make up more than 1 ? lengths and finished second by a nose beaten a half-length at 5 ? furlongs on June 17.
Thermostatic: Raced outside fifth after a half-mile, lost ground entering stretch, closed with a late surge to make up more than three lengths and finished second beaten a half-length at 7 ? lengths on the turf June 9.
Storm a Brewing: Raced fifth early, dropped to sixth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied wide into stretch, made up more than seven lengths and finished third beaten a half-length and a nose at six furlongs on May 12. (Raced more than 3 ? lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, split rivals at quarter pole and won by 3 ? lengths at six furlongs on June 9.)
Precisely Sue: Tracked pace more than 2 ? lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, shuffled back between rivals midway around turn, closed in final furlong to make up nearly 2 ? lengths in stretch and lost by a head at six furlongs on March 27.
Cabo Rojo: Raced seventh more than five lengths behind after a half-mile, moved up inside to fifth in stretch, made up more 2 ? lengths and lost by a half-length at six furlongs on Feb. 17.
PIMLICO
Songapproved: Raced 10th more than 10 ? lengths after a half-mile, rallied along rail in stretch from sixth to make up more than 3 ? lengths and finished third beaten 1 ? lengths and a neck at 1 1/16 miles on the turf May 24. (Raced 10th more than 7 ? lengths behind after a half-mile, entered stretch very wide, grabbed lead by a length and won by 1 ? lengths ridden out at 1 1/16 miles on the turf June 7; returned $15.60 on the front end.)
Red Da Riotact: Fractious in gate, raced eighth more than 6 ? lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, checked in traffic near quarter pole, rallied outside from sixth to make up 5 ? lengths in stretch and finished third beaten 1 ? lengths and a neck at five furlongs on the turf May 6 at Pimlico. (Raced third more than two lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, lost ground to fourth entering stretch and finished third on a muddy track at five furlongs June 4 at Philadelphia Park.)
SUFFOLK DOWNS
Could Be You: Dueled for lead a half-length in front after a half-mile, surged clear in stretch and drew off by 7 ? lengths at six furlongs on May 9. (Raced three lengths behind in third after a half-mile, battled gamely in stretch, but couldn’t improve position and finished third beaten a nose and a half-length at six furlongs on June 2
Monday, June 18, 2007
Superbowl XLII Futures and Picks
Okay BetUS NFL bettors, as we all know, it is never too soon to begin preparation for a brand new football betting season.
Just like most teams scout their opponents to no end these days, this article will give bettors the skinny on the top four teams in each conference with my final pick being the 2007 Super Bowl champion.
To Win Super Bowl XLII
Indianapolis Colts +800
The Colts are almost a lock to reach the AFC Championship.
New England Patriots +275
The Patriots are the other lock for the AFC title game.
San Diego Chargers +650
They’re talented but can they overcome Norv Turner’s shortcomings?
Pittsburgh Steelers +2200
New head coach … not gonna happen this year.
Cincinnati Bengals +2000
The Bengals are still dealing with too much off-field nonsense and have too many character issues to be a real threat in 2007.
Denver Broncos +1400
Watch out for Denver. Quarterback Jay Cutler is going to be a star and the Broncos are loaded on offense and not half-bad on the other side of the ball too. A Super Bowl could happen, most likely in 2008.
Seattle Seahawks +1800
Their window of opportunity is closing – quickly. If RB Shaun Alexander is not totally healthy, it’s going to be a long season in the great Northwest.
Kansas City Chiefs +6000
If head coach Herman Edwards doesn’t run Larry Johnson into the ground, the Chiefs could make a run at the AFC championship – in 2009. Until then, save your money people.
Carolina Panthers +2000
Speaking of windows closing, the Panthers had better start realizing that theirs is closing quickly. Carolina could have a legitimate shot at winning the NFC championship, but everything will have to break just perfectly for them.
Dallas Cowboys +2000
I like the Cowboys a lot this year. They should be solid on both sides of the ball and could reach the Big Dance if quarterback Tony Romo continues his eye-opening growth from a year ago.
Washington Redskins +4000
I love Joe Gibbs – too bad the Redskins have more holes than Swiss cheese. Unless Doug Williams and ‘The Smurfs’ come out of retirement, check back with the Skins next year.
New York Giants +3000
It’s only a matter of time before head coach Tom Coughlin is shown the door. Until he is, stay away from the G-Men.
Chicago Bears +1500
There is no doubt the Bears can reach the Super Bowl, likely on the strength of the powerful defense alone. However, the Bears will be offensively challenged once again if Rex Grossman is the starting quarterback.
Philadelphia Eagles +2000
Philly is another team that bettors should think long and hard about reaching the 2007 Super Bowl. A healthy Donovan McNabb will get this team into the postseason at the very least. Now if only the Philadelphia faithful can inject the laid-back McNabb with some of Jeff Garcia’s moxie.
New Orleans Saints +1800
The Saints were the feel-good story of the league last season, but proved they were for real over the long haul and in the postseason. There is no reason why this team shouldn’t contend for the NFC Championship in 2007.
Baltimore Ravens +1800
The Ravens have the defense and a much-improved offense. If quarterback Steve McNair can stay healthy, the Ravens could find themselves playing on the final weekend.
Here are the odds on a bunch of other team, all of them pretenders, for the 2007 Super Bowl title.
Jacksonville Jaguars +2400
Minnesota Vikings +5500
Tampa Bay Buccaneers +4500
Atlanta Falcons +4200
Miami Dolphins +5500
Oakland Raiders +15000
St. Louis Rams +5500
Buffalo Bills +9000
Cleveland Browns +9500
Detroit Lions +9000
Arizona Cardinals +3500
New York Jets +4000
Green Bay Packers +5500
Houston Texans +4000
Tennessee Titans +4000
San Francisco 49ers +3000
Best Bang For Your Buck With a Legitimate Chance:
Chicago Bears +1500
Baltimore Ravens +1800
Philadelphia Eagles +2000
New Orleans Saints+1800
Seattle Seahawks +1800
Dallas Cowboys +2000
Final Four in each conference are:
AFC: Colts, Patriots, Ravens, Broncos
NFC: Bears, Eagles, Saints, Cowboys
Conference Champions: Patriots vs. Cowboys
Super Bowl Winner: New England Patriots
icking the Patriots is obviously the popular pick this offseason, seeing as how they are absolutely loaded on both sides of the ball after revamping their roster this offseason.
While I think the Colts could meet the Pats in the AFC title game for a second consecutive season. I just don’t see anyone beating New England and Bill Belichick this season.
In the NFC, there are several teams that could genuinely reach next season’s Super Bowl, including all four of my ‘Final Four’ teams.
Though I am arguably the biggest Dallas Cowboys hater in the U.S., I am a big fan of new head coach Wade Phillips, and think his presence in the Big D this season could be enough to vault this young team over the top.
So there you have it BetUS football bettors. The 2008 Super Bowl winner will be the New England Patriots.
Just like most teams scout their opponents to no end these days, this article will give bettors the skinny on the top four teams in each conference with my final pick being the 2007 Super Bowl champion.
To Win Super Bowl XLII
Indianapolis Colts +800
The Colts are almost a lock to reach the AFC Championship.
New England Patriots +275
The Patriots are the other lock for the AFC title game.
San Diego Chargers +650
They’re talented but can they overcome Norv Turner’s shortcomings?
Pittsburgh Steelers +2200
New head coach … not gonna happen this year.
Cincinnati Bengals +2000
The Bengals are still dealing with too much off-field nonsense and have too many character issues to be a real threat in 2007.
Denver Broncos +1400
Watch out for Denver. Quarterback Jay Cutler is going to be a star and the Broncos are loaded on offense and not half-bad on the other side of the ball too. A Super Bowl could happen, most likely in 2008.
Seattle Seahawks +1800
Their window of opportunity is closing – quickly. If RB Shaun Alexander is not totally healthy, it’s going to be a long season in the great Northwest.
Kansas City Chiefs +6000
If head coach Herman Edwards doesn’t run Larry Johnson into the ground, the Chiefs could make a run at the AFC championship – in 2009. Until then, save your money people.
Carolina Panthers +2000
Speaking of windows closing, the Panthers had better start realizing that theirs is closing quickly. Carolina could have a legitimate shot at winning the NFC championship, but everything will have to break just perfectly for them.
Dallas Cowboys +2000
I like the Cowboys a lot this year. They should be solid on both sides of the ball and could reach the Big Dance if quarterback Tony Romo continues his eye-opening growth from a year ago.
Washington Redskins +4000
I love Joe Gibbs – too bad the Redskins have more holes than Swiss cheese. Unless Doug Williams and ‘The Smurfs’ come out of retirement, check back with the Skins next year.
New York Giants +3000
It’s only a matter of time before head coach Tom Coughlin is shown the door. Until he is, stay away from the G-Men.
Chicago Bears +1500
There is no doubt the Bears can reach the Super Bowl, likely on the strength of the powerful defense alone. However, the Bears will be offensively challenged once again if Rex Grossman is the starting quarterback.
Philadelphia Eagles +2000
Philly is another team that bettors should think long and hard about reaching the 2007 Super Bowl. A healthy Donovan McNabb will get this team into the postseason at the very least. Now if only the Philadelphia faithful can inject the laid-back McNabb with some of Jeff Garcia’s moxie.
New Orleans Saints +1800
The Saints were the feel-good story of the league last season, but proved they were for real over the long haul and in the postseason. There is no reason why this team shouldn’t contend for the NFC Championship in 2007.
Baltimore Ravens +1800
The Ravens have the defense and a much-improved offense. If quarterback Steve McNair can stay healthy, the Ravens could find themselves playing on the final weekend.
Here are the odds on a bunch of other team, all of them pretenders, for the 2007 Super Bowl title.
Jacksonville Jaguars +2400
Minnesota Vikings +5500
Tampa Bay Buccaneers +4500
Atlanta Falcons +4200
Miami Dolphins +5500
Oakland Raiders +15000
St. Louis Rams +5500
Buffalo Bills +9000
Cleveland Browns +9500
Detroit Lions +9000
Arizona Cardinals +3500
New York Jets +4000
Green Bay Packers +5500
Houston Texans +4000
Tennessee Titans +4000
San Francisco 49ers +3000
Best Bang For Your Buck With a Legitimate Chance:
Chicago Bears +1500
Baltimore Ravens +1800
Philadelphia Eagles +2000
New Orleans Saints+1800
Seattle Seahawks +1800
Dallas Cowboys +2000
Final Four in each conference are:
AFC: Colts, Patriots, Ravens, Broncos
NFC: Bears, Eagles, Saints, Cowboys
Conference Champions: Patriots vs. Cowboys
Super Bowl Winner: New England Patriots
icking the Patriots is obviously the popular pick this offseason, seeing as how they are absolutely loaded on both sides of the ball after revamping their roster this offseason.
While I think the Colts could meet the Pats in the AFC title game for a second consecutive season. I just don’t see anyone beating New England and Bill Belichick this season.
In the NFC, there are several teams that could genuinely reach next season’s Super Bowl, including all four of my ‘Final Four’ teams.
Though I am arguably the biggest Dallas Cowboys hater in the U.S., I am a big fan of new head coach Wade Phillips, and think his presence in the Big D this season could be enough to vault this young team over the top.
So there you have it BetUS football bettors. The 2008 Super Bowl winner will be the New England Patriots.
Cavs/Spurs Game 4 pick
Ok, so it’s no secret that I’ve been way off base with this NBA Finals matchup. Don’t get me wrong, I fully expected the Spurs to win the series. I just thought it would be somewhat competitive with closer scores that’s all. Well, with most MLB games during the day, I would bet on this game and focus on nothing but game 4 tonight. Maybe the Cavs extend the series, maybe they get knocked out, but tonight, I say they keep it close. They must have some level of pride right?
So my pick was as follows:
Cavs +3 vs. Spurs
The first half looked eerily similar to the previous games, low scoring with San Antonio slowly and methodically taking control. Parker was 6-for-7 from the floor for 15 points in the half and Ginobili had nine points on 4-of-9 shooting. Duncan had only two points, missing all five of his shot attempts, but grabbed eight rebounds. James had nine points on 4-of-12 shooting, but Cleveland went through one of its series-long customary dry spells during the second stanza, scoring just 14 points after holding a 20-19 lead after one quarter.
The two teams traded body blows in the 2nd quarter as San Antonio tightened up its defense. They outscored the Cavs 20-14 in building a 5 point halftime lead at 39-34. Parker was 6-for-7 from the floor for 15 points in the half and Ginobili had nine points on 4-of-9 shooting. Duncan had only two points, missing all five of his shot attempts, but grabbed eight rebounds. James had nine points on 4-of-12 shooting, but Cleveland went through one of its series-long customary dry spells.
San Antonio looked to be in complete control in the third, building a 52-42 advantage on a Robert Horry free throw in the third. Parker twice pushed the edge to 11 points, first at 56-45 and then again moments later at 58-47 on a driving layup. The Spurs led 60-52 at the end of three quarters.
A Cleveland run saw the Cavaliers take their first second-half lead of the series at 61-60 on a LeBron James jumper with 7:55 remaining. Daniel Gibson followed with a driving layup for a 63-60 edge, concluding an 11-0 stretch to start the fourth quarter. Duncan made a running half hook and Ginobili drained a layup before Duncan tipped in Ginobilis missed free throw for a 66-63 lead with 5:20 on the clock. After James made one free throw and Anderson Varejao tied the game at 66-66 with a slam, Ginobili lined up a three and the rain-making shot found the bottom of the net for a three-point lead the Spurs never relinquished.
The Spurs built a quick 7 point lead with a minute remaining and Cleveland inexplicably didn’t start fouling until there were 35 seconds remaining.
So there we were, Cavs down 4 with 3 seconds left. The game was obviously decided as was the series. The Spurs were already celebrating. And then the unthinkable happened. Damon Jones takes an uncontested pass and shoots a 3 from the top of the key. Would it actually go. It was almost as if it was in slow motion as it sweetly swished through the net. The Cavs lost by 1, got swept but I had a big win. Isn’t gambling funny sometimes?
Till next time, may all your bets be winners.
So my pick was as follows:
Cavs +3 vs. Spurs
The first half looked eerily similar to the previous games, low scoring with San Antonio slowly and methodically taking control. Parker was 6-for-7 from the floor for 15 points in the half and Ginobili had nine points on 4-of-9 shooting. Duncan had only two points, missing all five of his shot attempts, but grabbed eight rebounds. James had nine points on 4-of-12 shooting, but Cleveland went through one of its series-long customary dry spells during the second stanza, scoring just 14 points after holding a 20-19 lead after one quarter.
The two teams traded body blows in the 2nd quarter as San Antonio tightened up its defense. They outscored the Cavs 20-14 in building a 5 point halftime lead at 39-34. Parker was 6-for-7 from the floor for 15 points in the half and Ginobili had nine points on 4-of-9 shooting. Duncan had only two points, missing all five of his shot attempts, but grabbed eight rebounds. James had nine points on 4-of-12 shooting, but Cleveland went through one of its series-long customary dry spells.
San Antonio looked to be in complete control in the third, building a 52-42 advantage on a Robert Horry free throw in the third. Parker twice pushed the edge to 11 points, first at 56-45 and then again moments later at 58-47 on a driving layup. The Spurs led 60-52 at the end of three quarters.
A Cleveland run saw the Cavaliers take their first second-half lead of the series at 61-60 on a LeBron James jumper with 7:55 remaining. Daniel Gibson followed with a driving layup for a 63-60 edge, concluding an 11-0 stretch to start the fourth quarter. Duncan made a running half hook and Ginobili drained a layup before Duncan tipped in Ginobilis missed free throw for a 66-63 lead with 5:20 on the clock. After James made one free throw and Anderson Varejao tied the game at 66-66 with a slam, Ginobili lined up a three and the rain-making shot found the bottom of the net for a three-point lead the Spurs never relinquished.
The Spurs built a quick 7 point lead with a minute remaining and Cleveland inexplicably didn’t start fouling until there were 35 seconds remaining.
So there we were, Cavs down 4 with 3 seconds left. The game was obviously decided as was the series. The Spurs were already celebrating. And then the unthinkable happened. Damon Jones takes an uncontested pass and shoots a 3 from the top of the key. Would it actually go. It was almost as if it was in slow motion as it sweetly swished through the net. The Cavs lost by 1, got swept but I had a big win. Isn’t gambling funny sometimes?
Till next time, may all your bets be winners.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Horses to Watch
ARLINGTON PARK
Poschner: Raced more than six lengths behind in seventh after a half-mile, moved up in the stretch to fourth, made up three lengths and finished second beaten a neck at 1 1/8 miles on the turf June 9.
Metts Ready: Raced off rail in fourth more than two lengths behind after a half-mile, lost ground entering stretch, made up more than 4 ¼ lengths and gained second by a nose at 6 ½ furlongs on May 26. (Raced third early, dropped back to fourth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, surged to lead in stretch and drew off by 3 ¾ lengths under urging at a mile on June 10.)
BELMONT
Rizzi’s Twist: Stumbled badly at start, bumped, raced eighth more than nine lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to fifth in stretch, closed fast to make up more than 6 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten a half-length and three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on June 10; ran final quarter in 24 1/5.
Exton: Broke eighth, crowded at start, raced three wide in sixth more than 3½ lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to third in stretch, finished well to make up 3 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten 1 ¼ lengths at 1 1/16 miles on the turf May 24.
Sweet Ransom: Rank in gate, raced 9 ½ lengths behind in third after a
half-mile, rallied wide to challenge leader at six furlong marker, bumped with winner in upper stretch and lost by three-quarters of a length at a
mile on the turf May 4. (Pressed pace a length back in third after a
half-mile, advanced three wide approaching stretch, drew clear in
mid-stretch by 1 ½ lengths and won by a half-length at 1 1/16 miles on June7.)
Fearless Vision: Chased pace 2 ½ lengths behind in third after a half-mile, swung four wide for drive and gained second by a head at 1 1/8 miles on March 31. (Tracked pace outside in fourth close up, rallied to second in stretch, dug in gamely and finished third beaten a nose and a neck at 1 1/8 miles on May 20.)
CALDER
Cajulena: Hit gate at break, steadied to avoid pulled up rival on
backstretch, raced four lengths behind in fifth after three-eighths of a
mile, rallied to third in stretch and gained second by a half-length at five
furlongs on a good turf course May 25.
Angel Wings: Flew out of the gate on rail to the front, led by three after a
half-mile, drew off through the stretch to win by 12 ¾ lengths in a hand
ride at six furlongs on May 14.
Lady Tropicana: Trailed by 13 lengths after a half-mile, swung out in 10th
for drive, rallied to sixth in stretch, made up 4 ¾ lengths and finished
full of run second by a head at a mile on the grass May 6; ran final quarter
in 23 1/5. (Raced 4 ½ lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, angled
three wide on far turn, grabbed lead by five lengths and won by 12 ½ lengths
ridden out at 1 1/16 miles on May 27.)
Swift Mercedes: Pinched back at break, trailed by more than 10 lengths after a half-mile, closed well from seventh in stretch to make up more than 4 ½ lengths and finished third beaten a half-length and three-quarters of a length at a mile on the turf April 25. (Broke alertly, went right to the front, led by 2 ½ lengths after a half-mile and cruised to a 7 ½-length victory at six furlongs on June 7.)
CHURCHILL DOWNS
Smart Bunny: Drifted in at break, raced sixth more than five lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied four wide into the lane, made up nearly three lengths in stretch and finished third beaten a head and a neck at six furlongs on June 9; ran final quarter in 24 1/5.
Euphoric: Bumped at break by third-place finisher, trailed early, advanced
to sixth more than 4 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied four wide
to fifth in stretch, made up more than 3 ½ lengths and gained second by
three-quarters of a length at 6 ½ furlongs on May 25; ran final 2 ½ furlongs in 30 4/5.
Hold the Salt: Bumped at break, forced out on rival, raced fifth more than 1½ lengths behind after a half-mile, lost ground rallying five wide to third in stretch, made up nearly 2 ½ lengths and lost by a neck at five furlongson the turf on May 13. (Raced sixth four wide six lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, closed determinedly from third in stretch and won by a half-length at five furlongs on May 28.)
Whatsthescript: Encountered trouble racing fifth along backstretch, advanced to fourth 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, steadied on far turn, dropped to sixth, worked way out five wide for drive, blocked briefly in stretch, closed from fourth to make up 3 ½ lengths and lost by a half-length at 1 1/16 miles on a yielding turf course May 9.
Tell It All: Raced fourth more than two lengths behind after a half-mile,
steadied when faded rival lost rider, carried extremely wide around turn
losing ground to last, recovered advancing to fourth in stretch, rallied to
make up more than 2 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at a mile on May 1.
Nonesuch Kiss: Raced sixth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied five wide approaching stretch, took over about sixteenth pole and drew off by 1 ¼ lengths at seven furlongs on May 16; returned $16.20 on front end. (Raced fourth early, dropped back to fifth more than 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, circled rivals into the stretch to gain second and prevailed by three-quarters of a length at a mile on June 9; returned $34 on the front end.)
DELAWARE PARK
Queen of the Turf: Raced sixth early, fell back to eighth more than 3 ½
lengths behind after a half-mile, checked in tight quarters on far turn,
dropped to ninth four wide for the drive, angled in advancing to fifth in
stretch, rallied to make up more than three lengths and finished second
beaten a neck at 1 1/16 miles on the turf April 27 at Calder. (Raced sixth more than 4 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, made a sweeping move to gain the lead put of the far turn, drew off by 3 ½ lengths in mid-stretch and prevailed by 1 ¼ lengths under brisk handling at about 1 1/16 miles on the turf May 23.)
HOLLYWOOD PARK
My City by the Bay: Broke last, trailed by more than six lengths after a
half-mile, swung three deep into stretch, made up more than 2 ¼ lengths and gained second by three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on the turf June 10.
Brooker: Trailed early, raced six lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied
outside three deep into stretch, rallied from fifth to make up more than 2 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a half-length at six furlongs on May 25; ran final quarter in 24 flat.
Vaunt: A bit slow to begin, trailed inside by three lengths after a
half-mile, came out entering stretch, closed willingly from fourth to make
up more than 2 ¾ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at six furlongs on the turf April 27.
Red Opal: Raced seventh early, dropped to eighth more than 7 ½ lengths aftera half-mile, came three deep into stretch, drifted in a bit, rallied to make up more than 4 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at six furlongs on the turf April 25; ran final quarter in 22 4/5.
LOUISIANA DOWNS
Livvy Leigh: Raced 10th more than 10 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile,came widest from seventh losing ground entering stretch, made up 12 lengths and lost by a head at a mile on the turf May 13; ran final quarter in 24 3/5. (Raced eighth early, dropped to last more than 8 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, encountered heavy traffic turning for home, advanced to sixth in stretch, altered course to outside looking for room at furlong marker, closed fast to make up 5 ¾ lengths and gained third by a half-length at about a mile on the turf May 25; ran final quarter in 24 3/5.)
MONMOUTH
Collision: Raced fifth more than four lengths behind after a half-mile, went four wide into stretch, made up more than 2 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length on June 9.
Absolved: Raced third early, checked in traffic at half-mile pole, dropped
to fourth 2 ½ lengths behind, saved ground to turn, made up two lengths in stretch and lost by a half-length at six furlongs on May 12. (Dueled for
lead a head in front through a half-mile and finished second by 2 ¼ lengths at six furlongs on May 28.)
PHILADELPHIA PARK
Thermostatic: Raced outside fifth after a half-mile, lost ground entering
stretch, closed with a late surge to make up more than three lengths and
finished second beaten a half-length at 7 ½ lengths on the turf June 9.
Storm a Brewing: Raced fifth early, dropped to sixth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied wide into stretch, made up more than seven lengths and finished third beaten a half-length and a nose at six furlongs on May 12. (Raced more than 3 ½ lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, split rivals at quarter pole and won by 3 ¼ lengths at six furlongs on June 9.)
Precisely Sue: Tracked pace more than 2 ½ lengths behind in fifth after a
half-mile, shuffled back between rivals midway around turn, closed in final furlong to make up nearly 2 ½ lengths in stretch and lost by a head at six furlongs on March 27.
Cabo Rojo: Raced seventh more than five lengths behind after a half-mile, moved up inside to fifth in stretch, made up more 2 ½ lengths and lost by a half-length at six furlongs on Feb. 17.
PIMLICO
Songapproved: Raced 10th more than 10 ½ lengths after a half-mile, rallied along rail in stretch from sixth to make up more than 3 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten 1 ¼ lengths and a neck at 1 1/16 miles on the turf May 24. (Raced 10th more than 7 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, entered stretch very wide, grabbed lead by a length and won by 1 ½ lengths ridden out at 1 1/16 miles on the turf June 7; returned $15.60 on the front end.)
Red Da Riotact: Fractious in gate, raced eighth more than 6 ½ lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, checked in traffic near quarter pole, rallied outside from sixth to make up 5 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished third beaten 1 ¼ lengths and a neck at five furlongs on the turf May 6 at Pimlico.(Raced third more than two lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile,lost ground to fourth entering stretch and finished third on a muddy track at five furlongs June 4 at Philadelphia Park.)
SUFFOLK DOWNS
Could Be You: Dueled for lead a half-length in front after a half-mile,
surged clear in stretch and drew off by 7 ½ lengths at six furlongs on May
9. (Raced three lengths behind in third after a half-mile, battled gamely in stretch, but couldn’t improve position and finished third beaten a nose and a half-length at six furlongs on June 2.)
Poschner: Raced more than six lengths behind in seventh after a half-mile, moved up in the stretch to fourth, made up three lengths and finished second beaten a neck at 1 1/8 miles on the turf June 9.
Metts Ready: Raced off rail in fourth more than two lengths behind after a half-mile, lost ground entering stretch, made up more than 4 ¼ lengths and gained second by a nose at 6 ½ furlongs on May 26. (Raced third early, dropped back to fourth more than 1 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, surged to lead in stretch and drew off by 3 ¾ lengths under urging at a mile on June 10.)
BELMONT
Rizzi’s Twist: Stumbled badly at start, bumped, raced eighth more than nine lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to fifth in stretch, closed fast to make up more than 6 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten a half-length and three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on June 10; ran final quarter in 24 1/5.
Exton: Broke eighth, crowded at start, raced three wide in sixth more than 3½ lengths behind after a half-mile, advanced to third in stretch, finished well to make up 3 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten 1 ¼ lengths at 1 1/16 miles on the turf May 24.
Sweet Ransom: Rank in gate, raced 9 ½ lengths behind in third after a
half-mile, rallied wide to challenge leader at six furlong marker, bumped with winner in upper stretch and lost by three-quarters of a length at a
mile on the turf May 4. (Pressed pace a length back in third after a
half-mile, advanced three wide approaching stretch, drew clear in
mid-stretch by 1 ½ lengths and won by a half-length at 1 1/16 miles on June7.)
Fearless Vision: Chased pace 2 ½ lengths behind in third after a half-mile, swung four wide for drive and gained second by a head at 1 1/8 miles on March 31. (Tracked pace outside in fourth close up, rallied to second in stretch, dug in gamely and finished third beaten a nose and a neck at 1 1/8 miles on May 20.)
CALDER
Cajulena: Hit gate at break, steadied to avoid pulled up rival on
backstretch, raced four lengths behind in fifth after three-eighths of a
mile, rallied to third in stretch and gained second by a half-length at five
furlongs on a good turf course May 25.
Angel Wings: Flew out of the gate on rail to the front, led by three after a
half-mile, drew off through the stretch to win by 12 ¾ lengths in a hand
ride at six furlongs on May 14.
Lady Tropicana: Trailed by 13 lengths after a half-mile, swung out in 10th
for drive, rallied to sixth in stretch, made up 4 ¾ lengths and finished
full of run second by a head at a mile on the grass May 6; ran final quarter
in 23 1/5. (Raced 4 ½ lengths behind in sixth after a half-mile, angled
three wide on far turn, grabbed lead by five lengths and won by 12 ½ lengths
ridden out at 1 1/16 miles on May 27.)
Swift Mercedes: Pinched back at break, trailed by more than 10 lengths after a half-mile, closed well from seventh in stretch to make up more than 4 ½ lengths and finished third beaten a half-length and three-quarters of a length at a mile on the turf April 25. (Broke alertly, went right to the front, led by 2 ½ lengths after a half-mile and cruised to a 7 ½-length victory at six furlongs on June 7.)
CHURCHILL DOWNS
Smart Bunny: Drifted in at break, raced sixth more than five lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied four wide into the lane, made up nearly three lengths in stretch and finished third beaten a head and a neck at six furlongs on June 9; ran final quarter in 24 1/5.
Euphoric: Bumped at break by third-place finisher, trailed early, advanced
to sixth more than 4 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied four wide
to fifth in stretch, made up more than 3 ½ lengths and gained second by
three-quarters of a length at 6 ½ furlongs on May 25; ran final 2 ½ furlongs in 30 4/5.
Hold the Salt: Bumped at break, forced out on rival, raced fifth more than 1½ lengths behind after a half-mile, lost ground rallying five wide to third in stretch, made up nearly 2 ½ lengths and lost by a neck at five furlongson the turf on May 13. (Raced sixth four wide six lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, closed determinedly from third in stretch and won by a half-length at five furlongs on May 28.)
Whatsthescript: Encountered trouble racing fifth along backstretch, advanced to fourth 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, steadied on far turn, dropped to sixth, worked way out five wide for drive, blocked briefly in stretch, closed from fourth to make up 3 ½ lengths and lost by a half-length at 1 1/16 miles on a yielding turf course May 9.
Tell It All: Raced fourth more than two lengths behind after a half-mile,
steadied when faded rival lost rider, carried extremely wide around turn
losing ground to last, recovered advancing to fourth in stretch, rallied to
make up more than 2 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length at a mile on May 1.
Nonesuch Kiss: Raced sixth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied five wide approaching stretch, took over about sixteenth pole and drew off by 1 ¼ lengths at seven furlongs on May 16; returned $16.20 on front end. (Raced fourth early, dropped back to fifth more than 2 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, circled rivals into the stretch to gain second and prevailed by three-quarters of a length at a mile on June 9; returned $34 on the front end.)
DELAWARE PARK
Queen of the Turf: Raced sixth early, fell back to eighth more than 3 ½
lengths behind after a half-mile, checked in tight quarters on far turn,
dropped to ninth four wide for the drive, angled in advancing to fifth in
stretch, rallied to make up more than three lengths and finished second
beaten a neck at 1 1/16 miles on the turf April 27 at Calder. (Raced sixth more than 4 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, made a sweeping move to gain the lead put of the far turn, drew off by 3 ½ lengths in mid-stretch and prevailed by 1 ¼ lengths under brisk handling at about 1 1/16 miles on the turf May 23.)
HOLLYWOOD PARK
My City by the Bay: Broke last, trailed by more than six lengths after a
half-mile, swung three deep into stretch, made up more than 2 ¼ lengths and gained second by three-quarters of a length at six furlongs on the turf June 10.
Brooker: Trailed early, raced six lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied
outside three deep into stretch, rallied from fifth to make up more than 2 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a half-length at six furlongs on May 25; ran final quarter in 24 flat.
Vaunt: A bit slow to begin, trailed inside by three lengths after a
half-mile, came out entering stretch, closed willingly from fourth to make
up more than 2 ¾ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at six furlongs on the turf April 27.
Red Opal: Raced seventh early, dropped to eighth more than 7 ½ lengths aftera half-mile, came three deep into stretch, drifted in a bit, rallied to make up more than 4 ½ lengths and finished second beaten a neck at six furlongs on the turf April 25; ran final quarter in 22 4/5.
LOUISIANA DOWNS
Livvy Leigh: Raced 10th more than 10 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile,came widest from seventh losing ground entering stretch, made up 12 lengths and lost by a head at a mile on the turf May 13; ran final quarter in 24 3/5. (Raced eighth early, dropped to last more than 8 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, encountered heavy traffic turning for home, advanced to sixth in stretch, altered course to outside looking for room at furlong marker, closed fast to make up 5 ¾ lengths and gained third by a half-length at about a mile on the turf May 25; ran final quarter in 24 3/5.)
MONMOUTH
Collision: Raced fifth more than four lengths behind after a half-mile, went four wide into stretch, made up more than 2 ¼ lengths and finished second beaten three-quarters of a length on June 9.
Absolved: Raced third early, checked in traffic at half-mile pole, dropped
to fourth 2 ½ lengths behind, saved ground to turn, made up two lengths in stretch and lost by a half-length at six furlongs on May 12. (Dueled for
lead a head in front through a half-mile and finished second by 2 ¼ lengths at six furlongs on May 28.)
PHILADELPHIA PARK
Thermostatic: Raced outside fifth after a half-mile, lost ground entering
stretch, closed with a late surge to make up more than three lengths and
finished second beaten a half-length at 7 ½ lengths on the turf June 9.
Storm a Brewing: Raced fifth early, dropped to sixth more than seven lengths behind after a half-mile, rallied wide into stretch, made up more than seven lengths and finished third beaten a half-length and a nose at six furlongs on May 12. (Raced more than 3 ½ lengths behind in fifth after a half-mile, split rivals at quarter pole and won by 3 ¼ lengths at six furlongs on June 9.)
Precisely Sue: Tracked pace more than 2 ½ lengths behind in fifth after a
half-mile, shuffled back between rivals midway around turn, closed in final furlong to make up nearly 2 ½ lengths in stretch and lost by a head at six furlongs on March 27.
Cabo Rojo: Raced seventh more than five lengths behind after a half-mile, moved up inside to fifth in stretch, made up more 2 ½ lengths and lost by a half-length at six furlongs on Feb. 17.
PIMLICO
Songapproved: Raced 10th more than 10 ½ lengths after a half-mile, rallied along rail in stretch from sixth to make up more than 3 ¼ lengths and finished third beaten 1 ¼ lengths and a neck at 1 1/16 miles on the turf May 24. (Raced 10th more than 7 ½ lengths behind after a half-mile, entered stretch very wide, grabbed lead by a length and won by 1 ½ lengths ridden out at 1 1/16 miles on the turf June 7; returned $15.60 on the front end.)
Red Da Riotact: Fractious in gate, raced eighth more than 6 ½ lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile, checked in traffic near quarter pole, rallied outside from sixth to make up 5 ¼ lengths in stretch and finished third beaten 1 ¼ lengths and a neck at five furlongs on the turf May 6 at Pimlico.(Raced third more than two lengths behind after three-eighths of a mile,lost ground to fourth entering stretch and finished third on a muddy track at five furlongs June 4 at Philadelphia Park.)
SUFFOLK DOWNS
Could Be You: Dueled for lead a half-length in front after a half-mile,
surged clear in stretch and drew off by 7 ½ lengths at six furlongs on May
9. (Raced three lengths behind in third after a half-mile, battled gamely in stretch, but couldn’t improve position and finished third beaten a nose and a half-length at six furlongs on June 2.)
MLB Picks
I liked Orlando Hernandez and the Mets to beat the Dodgers in LA. Lastly, I liked Matt Morris and the Giants in San Francisco against the Blue Jays
So my picks were as follows:
Cubs over Astros
Mets over Dodgers
Giants over Blue Jays
In the first game, Carlos Zambrano pretty much beat the Astros all by himself, through solid pitching and his bat. Zambrano pitched 8 innings of 3-hit ball, while striking out 8. In addition, Chicago’s ace also hit a long home run, his second of the year. Zambrano shutout going into the eighth when Mike Lamb led off with a walk and pinch-hitter Luke Scott singled as diving center fielder Felix Pie couldn come up with his sinking liner. Brad Ausmus hit a grounder to third and Mark DeRosa threw to second for the force, but second baseman Mike Fontenots relay to first was wild for an error that allowed Lamb to score. That was it for Houston. Chicago also scored a run on a Ryan Theriot single. Woody Williams pitched solidly for the Astros, allowing 2 runs in the loss.
In game 2, Orlando Hernandez was getting the best of Dodgers starter Randy Wolf. The Mets had a 3-0 lead into the 4th. That’s when El Duque unraveled and the Mets bats went silent. The Dodgers scored 5 unanswered runs and beat the Mets 5-3. Randy Wolf allowed 9 hits and 3 runs in 6 innings for the win. Ok, so I’m 1 for 2 with 1 game to go.
In the last game of the night, the Giants faced a shaky pitcher in Josh Towers who actually pitched well in this one. The Blue Jays went up 3-0 before Barry Bonds got the Giants going, hitting his 747th career home run. The Giants won 4-3 on RBI by Ryan Klesko and Omar Vizquel, and I posted a profit for the night.
Till next time, may all your bets be winners.
So my picks were as follows:
Cubs over Astros
Mets over Dodgers
Giants over Blue Jays
In the first game, Carlos Zambrano pretty much beat the Astros all by himself, through solid pitching and his bat. Zambrano pitched 8 innings of 3-hit ball, while striking out 8. In addition, Chicago’s ace also hit a long home run, his second of the year. Zambrano shutout going into the eighth when Mike Lamb led off with a walk and pinch-hitter Luke Scott singled as diving center fielder Felix Pie couldn come up with his sinking liner. Brad Ausmus hit a grounder to third and Mark DeRosa threw to second for the force, but second baseman Mike Fontenots relay to first was wild for an error that allowed Lamb to score. That was it for Houston. Chicago also scored a run on a Ryan Theriot single. Woody Williams pitched solidly for the Astros, allowing 2 runs in the loss.
In game 2, Orlando Hernandez was getting the best of Dodgers starter Randy Wolf. The Mets had a 3-0 lead into the 4th. That’s when El Duque unraveled and the Mets bats went silent. The Dodgers scored 5 unanswered runs and beat the Mets 5-3. Randy Wolf allowed 9 hits and 3 runs in 6 innings for the win. Ok, so I’m 1 for 2 with 1 game to go.
In the last game of the night, the Giants faced a shaky pitcher in Josh Towers who actually pitched well in this one. The Blue Jays went up 3-0 before Barry Bonds got the Giants going, hitting his 747th career home run. The Giants won 4-3 on RBI by Ryan Klesko and Omar Vizquel, and I posted a profit for the night.
Till next time, may all your bets be winners.
Friday, June 8, 2007
Another 4-Team Baseball Parlay
Another 4-Team Baseball Parlay
I thought Noah Lowry and the Giants would beat the recently struggling Livan Hernandez and the DBacks.For the second straight night, I hoped for a slugfest in Arlington as the Rangers squared off against the Tigers. In the last game, I expected the best pitcher in the major leagues so far, Jake Peavy and the Padres, to beat the Dodgers in San Diego.
So my picks were as follows:
Yankees over White Sox
Giants over DBacks
Rangers vs. Tigers over 11.5
Padres over Dodgers
In game 1, I got more of a pitchers duel than I had expected. After 6
innings of play, the Yankees were up 1-0 on an RBI groundout by Hideki
Matsui. The White Sox tied it up in the 7th and the Yankees scored 3 in the 8th to grab a 4-1 lead. The White Sox came right back in the bottom of the inning with 2 runs of their own, but the Yankees blew the game open with 6 runs in the 9th, powered by Alex Rodriguezs major league leading 21st home run, a grand slam, 1 for 1.
In game 2, I had to sweat it out as the game went into extra innings tied up at 4. Omar Vizquel won this one for me with a game winning single and Steve Kiline worked the 10th inning for his 1st save of the year. Vizquel had 3 hits and 3 RBI while Connor Jackson homered and drove in 3 for the DBacks.
In game 3, it was chock full of offense and poor pitching as Kameron Loe
basically pitched batting practice, allowing 9 runs and 9 hits in 2 innings
of work. Mike Maroth allowed 3 runs over 5 innings and the Tigers won 11-4, easily covering the over for me. Curtis Granderson drove in 3 runs with 3 hits and Brandon Inge drove in 3 on 2 hits for the Tigers.
In game 4, I was pretty upset for most of the night as Jake Peavy had a rare off night on the mound. The ace right-hander allowed 4 runs and 7 hits in 6 2/3 innings of work. The Dodgers held a 5-1 lead going into the bottom of the 9th at a pitcher friendly park. I basically needed intervention by the gambling gods. Well, guess what? I got it! Geoff Blum started the inning by beating out an infield single to second base. Terrmel Sledge reached on an error by first baseman Garciaparra, who fielded his grounder but had the ball pop out of his glove. Marcus Giles singled to left to load the bases, and Paul McAnulty hit a chopper and outraced Garciaparra to the bag, for an
infield single that brought in the innings first run. Adrian Gonzalez hit a
two-run ground-rule double to right-center, Josh Bard was intentionally
walked to reload the bases and Mike Camerons single to center brought in
McAnulty to tie the game. And I won my 4-teamer folks. Hows that for a
nice ending to my night and week?
Winning a parlay is truly a great feeling. It was nice to get back on the
winning side again. Hopefully I can build some momentum over the weekend and
make a big run.
Till next time, may all your bets be winners.
I thought Noah Lowry and the Giants would beat the recently struggling Livan Hernandez and the DBacks.For the second straight night, I hoped for a slugfest in Arlington as the Rangers squared off against the Tigers. In the last game, I expected the best pitcher in the major leagues so far, Jake Peavy and the Padres, to beat the Dodgers in San Diego.
So my picks were as follows:
Yankees over White Sox
Giants over DBacks
Rangers vs. Tigers over 11.5
Padres over Dodgers
In game 1, I got more of a pitchers duel than I had expected. After 6
innings of play, the Yankees were up 1-0 on an RBI groundout by Hideki
Matsui. The White Sox tied it up in the 7th and the Yankees scored 3 in the 8th to grab a 4-1 lead. The White Sox came right back in the bottom of the inning with 2 runs of their own, but the Yankees blew the game open with 6 runs in the 9th, powered by Alex Rodriguezs major league leading 21st home run, a grand slam, 1 for 1.
In game 2, I had to sweat it out as the game went into extra innings tied up at 4. Omar Vizquel won this one for me with a game winning single and Steve Kiline worked the 10th inning for his 1st save of the year. Vizquel had 3 hits and 3 RBI while Connor Jackson homered and drove in 3 for the DBacks.
In game 3, it was chock full of offense and poor pitching as Kameron Loe
basically pitched batting practice, allowing 9 runs and 9 hits in 2 innings
of work. Mike Maroth allowed 3 runs over 5 innings and the Tigers won 11-4, easily covering the over for me. Curtis Granderson drove in 3 runs with 3 hits and Brandon Inge drove in 3 on 2 hits for the Tigers.
In game 4, I was pretty upset for most of the night as Jake Peavy had a rare off night on the mound. The ace right-hander allowed 4 runs and 7 hits in 6 2/3 innings of work. The Dodgers held a 5-1 lead going into the bottom of the 9th at a pitcher friendly park. I basically needed intervention by the gambling gods. Well, guess what? I got it! Geoff Blum started the inning by beating out an infield single to second base. Terrmel Sledge reached on an error by first baseman Garciaparra, who fielded his grounder but had the ball pop out of his glove. Marcus Giles singled to left to load the bases, and Paul McAnulty hit a chopper and outraced Garciaparra to the bag, for an
infield single that brought in the innings first run. Adrian Gonzalez hit a
two-run ground-rule double to right-center, Josh Bard was intentionally
walked to reload the bases and Mike Camerons single to center brought in
McAnulty to tie the game. And I won my 4-teamer folks. Hows that for a
nice ending to my night and week?
Winning a parlay is truly a great feeling. It was nice to get back on the
winning side again. Hopefully I can build some momentum over the weekend and
make a big run.
Till next time, may all your bets be winners.
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