HomeFAQBest SportsbooksGuy StoreBetting Products and SystemsOnline PokerArticlesContact UsLogin or Create a New AccountEmail Address:Password: Fill out the following information to sign up for an account and receive our free picks.(Only your Email Address is Required) First Name:Last Name:Email Address:Address:City:State:Zip:Enter this code: Most Recent ArticlesSharp Money Says Hawks-Heat Game 7 Easier Than Celtics Over BullsMay 3rd, 2009 Today in the Daily Sports Betting Roundup: The Nuggets and Mavericks launch the second round of the NBA playoffs, and the Red Sox and Rays battle in Tampa.Tipping off on the hardwood� .

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The second round of the NBA playoffs begins on Sunday afternoon, with the Mavericks on the road to take on the Nuggets in Denver.

Dallas beat San Antonio 106-93 in their series clincher on Tuesday night, with Dirk Nowitzki scoring 31 points in that contest.

Denver bounced New Orleans with a 107-86 victory on Wednesday night, with Carmelo Anthony leading the way with 34 points.

The oddsmakers opened the Nuggets as 5-point home favorites for Game 1 on Sunday, with that line quickly moving to 5.5 points.

The total is 206.5 points.

As well, the first round of the postseason will conclude on Sunday, with the Hawks hosting the Heat in Atlanta in a deciding seventh game.

Miami forced a Sunday meeting by taking Game 6 98-72 at home on Friday night.

Dwyane Wade was good for 41 points in that victory, while Jermaine O�Neal sat out with a mild concussion.

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Brad Penny will take his 2-0 record but ugly 8.66 ERA to the mound on Sunday afternoon when his Red Sox complete their road series in Tampa Bay.

The righthander was pounded for seven runs (four earned) in just 2 2-3 innings in a start against the Indians on Tuesday, but he escaped with a no-decision.

The Rays will counter with James Shields, who is 2-2 with a 3.74 ERA in five outings.

The Yankees will host the Angels again on Sunday afternoon, while Cleveland is in Detroit.

As well, it�ll be Baltimore at Toronto, Kansas City at Minnesota, and Oakland at Seattle, with the Rangers hosting the White Sox in the primetime matchup.

John Danks (2-1.

2.74 ERA) is slated to get the ball for Chicago in that 8:05pm ET contest, while Matt Harrison (1-2, 7.89 ERA) will pitch for the Rangers.

Over in the National League on Sunday the Dodgers will send Chad Billingsley to the mound at home against the Padres; righthander Billingsley is 4-0 with a sparkling 2.14 ERA on the season.

Elsewhere it�s Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, the Mets at Philadelphia, St.

Louis at Washington, Houston at Atlanta, Arizona at Milwaukee, Florida at the Cubs, and Colorado at San Francisco to finish the slate.Taking a trip around the rink .

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There are two Game 2�s on the National Hockey League playoff schedule for Sunday, with Anaheim at Detroit and Carolina at Boston.

The defending-champion Red Wings got a late goal from Nicklas Lidstrom in Game 1 on Friday night in a 3-2 win over the Ducks.

Lidstrom tallied twice in that contest, and Johan Franzen had the other Detroit goal.

Corey Perry and Teemu Selanne had the goals for Anaheim, while Jonas Hiller stopped 34 of the 37 Red Wings shots.

The Bruins had no trouble taking a 1-0 lead in their second-round series on Friday night, rolling to a 4-1 win over the Hurricanes.

Boston got two goals from Marc Savard and singles from David Krejci and Michael Ryder in the victory, while Tim Thomas made 26 saves.

Jussi Jokinen had the lone Hurricanes goal late in the first period, while Cam Ward was victimized for four goals on 24 shots.Sports headlines�Manny Pacqiao knocked out Ricky Hatton in the second round�The Boston Celtics knocked out the Chicago Bulls in seven games, another GodsTips Wise Guy winner�50-1 long shot Mine the Bird beat the odds to win the Kentucky Derby�Hall-of-Game QB Jack Kemp is dead at age 73�Kyle Busch sweeps Richmond, his car sparkling like it just came out of the Surf City Garage�Several long distance races are going on around the country including the Flying Pig Marathon, Pittsburgh Marathon, Broad Street Run, and the NYC Bike Tour.Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5428&action=trackbackWhite Sox-Rangers Odds PreviewMay 3rd, 2009 The Chicago White Sox and the Texas Rangers will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at Rangers Ballpark.

The White Sox will give the ball to starter John Danks in this one.

Lefthander Danks is 2-1 this season with a 2.74 ERA.

Danks�s opponent in this one will be Matt Harrison.

The Rangers lefthander has a 7.89 ERA to go along with a 1-2 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the White Sox listed as 130-moneyline favorites versus the Rangers, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The Rangers got up by eight runs and held on for a 9-6 victory over the White Sox on Saturday, as -135 favorites.

That game�s 15 runs sailed OVER the posted over/under (11.5).

Hank Blalock belted a three-run homer and drove in four runs to lead the Rangers.

Brandon McCarthy allowed three hits and one run over five innings in the win.

A.J.

Pierzynski smacked a grand slam for the White Sox, who were +115 underdogs in that game.

Jose Contreras gave up seven runs off seven hits in 3 1-3 innings of work in the loss.

Team records: Chicago: 12-11 SU Texas: 11-12 SUChicago most recently: When playing on Sunday are 5-5 Before playing Kansas City are 5-5 After playing Texas are 5-5 After a loss are 7-3 Texas most recently: When playing on Sunday are 5-5 Before playing Seattle are 6-4 After playing Chi White Sox are 5-5 After a win are 5-5A few trends to consider: Chi White Sox are 2-6 SU in their last 8 games when playing on the road against Texas Texas is 6-2 SU in their last 8 games when playing at home against Chi White SoxNext up: Chi White Sox at Kansas City, Monday, May 4 Texas at Seattle, Monday, May 4�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5427&action=trackbackMarlins-Cubs Odds PreviewMay 3rd, 2009 The Florida Marlins and the Chicago Cubs will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at Wrigley Field.

The Marlins will give the ball to ace starter Ricky Nolasco in this one.

Righthander Nolasco is 1-2 this season with a 6.58 ERA.

It�ll be ace Carlos Zambrano toeing the rubber for the Cubs in this contest.

Righthander Zambrano is 2-1 with a 4.64 ERA so far this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Cubs listed as 172-moneyline favorites versus the Marlins, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

Cubs starter Ted Lilly went eight solid innings, giving the Cubs a 6-1 win over the Marlins at Wrigley Field Saturday.

Lilly pitched eight innings, allowing one run on five hits and striking out 10 batters.

Cubs first baseman Derrek Lee hit his second home run of the season while shortstop Ryan Theriot also hit a home run and had two RBI on the day.

Marlins outfielder Cody Ross scored Florida�s lone run on a solo home run in the fifth inning.

Stater Anibal Sanchez went just four innings after allowing six runs on nine hits.

Chicago won as a -130 home favorite while the final score played under the 10-run total.

Current streak: Florida has lost 2 straight games.

Chicago has won 2 straight games.Team records: Florida: 14-10 SU Chicago: 12-11 SUFlorida most recently: When playing on Sunday are 3-7 Before playing Cincinnati are 3-7 After playing Chi Cubs are 6-4 After a loss are 3-7 Chicago most recently: When playing on Sunday are 5-5 Before playing San Francisco are 6-4 After playing Florida are 7-3 After a win are 5-5A few trends to consider: Florida is 14-6 SU in their last 20 games when playing Chi Cubs Florida is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games on the road Florida is 2-5 SU in their last 7 games when playing Chi Cubs Florida is 3-9 SU in its last 12 games Chi Cubs are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games when playing Florida Chi Cubs are 6-14 SU in their last 20 games when playing FloridaNext up: Florida home to Cincinnati, Monday, May 4 Chi Cubs home to San Francisco, Monday, May 4�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5426&action=trackbackRed Sox-Rays Odds PreviewMay 3rd, 2009 The division rival Boston Red Sox and Tampa Bay Rays are set to renew hostilities on Sunday when they meet at Tropicana Field.

The Red Sox will pin their hopes on the pitching of righthander Brad Penny in this game.

Penny has a 2-0 record and a 8.66 ERA this season.

Penny�s opponent in this one will be James Shields.

The Rays righthander has a 3.74 ERA to go along with a 2-2 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Rays listed as 150-moneyline favorites versus the Red Sox, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The Red Sox snapped a two-game losing skid to the Rays with a 10-6 win on Saturday, as -120 favorites.

That game�s 16 runs sailed OVER the posted over/under (9).

Kevin Youkilis and Nick Green drove in three runs apiece to lead the way for the Red Sox.

Tim Wakefield gave up five runs over five innings in getting the victory.

Evan Longoria and Carlos Pena drove in two runs each for the Rays, who were +100 underdogs.

Jeff Niemann surrendered six runs over three innings in the loss.

Team records: Boston: 15-9 SU Tampa Bay: 10-15 SUBoston most recently: When playing on Sunday are 9-1 Before playing NY Yankees are 7-3 After playing Tampa Bay are 3-7 After a win are 8-2 Tampa Bay most recently: When playing on Sunday are 5-5 Before playing Baltimore are 7-3 After playing Boston are 5-5 After a loss are 5-5A few trends to consider: Boston is 13-3 SU in its last 16 games Boston is 4-13 SU in its last 17 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay Boston is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing Tampa Bay Tampa Bay is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Boston Tampa Bay is 13-4 SU in its last 17 games when playing at home against Boston Tampa Bay is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games at home Tampa Bay is 6-12 SU in its last 18 games Next up: Boston at NY Yankees, Monday, May 4 Tampa Bay home to Baltimore, Monday, May 4�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5425&action=trackbackAngels-Yankees Lines PreviewMay 3rd, 2009 The Los Angeles Angels and the New York Yankees will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at Yankee Stadium.

Joe Saunders will be the starting pitcher for the Angels on this day.

Lefthander Saunders is 3-1 this season with a 3.41 ERA.

Starting this game for the Yankees will be Philip Hughes.

The righthander has a 0.00 ERA to go along with a 1-0 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Yankees listed as 153-moneyline favorites versus the Angels, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The Angels weathered a ninth-inning storm from the Yankees to win 8-4 at Yankee Stadium Saturday.

The Angels bullpen allowed three runs in the final frame but saved a stellar effort from starter Matt Palmer, who went over six innings and allowed just one run on three hits.

First baseman Kendry Morales went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.

Jorge Posada hit a two-run home run in the ninth as a pinch hitter.

Yankees starter C.C.

Sabathia gave up four runs on eight hits in just under seven innings on the mound.

Los Angeles won as a +241 road underdog while the final score played over the 10.5-run total.

Team records: Los Angeles: 10-13 SU New York: 13-11 SULos Angeles most recently: When playing on Sunday are 4-6 Before playing Oakland are 5-5 After playing NY Yankees are 7-3 After a win are 2-8 New York most recently: When playing on Sunday are 7-3 Before playing Boston are 5-5 After playing LA Angels are 3-7 After a loss are 5-5A few trends to consider: LA Angels are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games LA Angels are 6-3 SU in their last 9 games when playing NY Yankees LA Angels are 4-8 SU in their last 12 games on the road LA Angels are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games when playing on the road against NY Yankees NY Yankees are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games at home NY Yankees are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games NY Yankees are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against LA Angels NY Yankees are 3-6 SU in their last 9 games when playing LA AngelsNext up: LA Angels at Oakland, Monday, May 4 NY Yankees home to Boston, Monday, May 4�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5424&action=trackbackMavericks-Nuggets Odds PreviewMay 3rd, 2009 The Dallas Mavericks and the Denver Nuggets will both be gunning for a victory on Sunday when they meet at Pepsi Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Nuggets listed as 6�-point favorites versus the Mavericks, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

Dirk Nowitzki went for 31 points and nine rebounds to lead the Mavericks past the Spurs 106-93 to win their series 4-1 on Tuesday night.

Dallas cashed as 5-point road underdogs as the game played over the 188.5-point total listed by oddsmakers.

The Nuggets clinched their first-round playoff series with a convincing 107-86 win over the Hornets last time out.

The Nuggets covered the 10.5-point spread, while the combined score fell UNDER the posted total of 197.5.

Carmelo Anthony shot 13-for-25 from the field with 34 points, six rebounds and three assists.

Team records: Dallas: 50-32 SU, 40-42 ATS Denver: 54-28 SU, 45-36-1 ATS Dallas most recently: When playing on Sunday are 5-5 Before playing Denver are 8-2 After playing San Antonio are 7-3 After a win are 7-3 Denver most recently: When playing on Sunday are 6-4 Before playing Dallas are 5-5 After playing New Orleans are 8-2 After a win are 7-3A few trends to consider: Dallas is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games Dallas is 5-1 ATS in its last 6 games The total has gone UNDER in 14 of Dallas�s last 20 games when playing Denver Dallas is 6-12 SU in its last 18 games on the road Denver is 5-0 ATS in its last 5 games Denver is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home Denver is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Dallas Denver is 7-1 ATS in its last 8 games when playing DallasNext up: Dallas at Denver, Tuesday, May 5 Denver home to Dallas, Tuesday, May 5�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5423&action=trackbackHeat-Hawks Lines PreviewMay 3rd, 2009 The division rival Miami Heat and Atlanta Hawks are set to renew hostilities on Sunday when they meet at Philips Arena.

Oddsmakers currently have the Hawks listed as 5-point favorites versus the Heat, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The Heat dominated the first half and went on to defeat the Hawks 98-72 last time out and forced a Game 7 in their first-round playoff series.

The Heat covered their 5-point spread, while the combined score went UNDER the posted total of 182.5.

Dwyane Wade led the way with a game-high 41 points, and Michael Beasley added 22 in the win.

Mike Bibby scored 20 points and grabbed seven rebounds for the Hawks.

Team records: Miami: 43-39 SU, 41-40-1 ATS Atlanta: 47-35 SU, 43-37-2 ATS Miami most recently: When playing on Sunday are 6-4 After playing Atlanta are 6-4 After a win are 3-7 Atlanta most recently: When playing on Sunday are 6-4 After playing Miami are 3-7 After a loss are 6-4A few trends to consider: The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Miami�s last 10 games when playing Atlanta The total has gone OVER in 5 of Miami�s last 7 games on the road Miami is 16-8 ATS in its last 24 games when playing Atlanta The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Miami�s last 6 games Atlanta is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Miami Atlanta is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 8 of Atlanta�s last 10 games when playing Miami The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Atlanta�s last 8 games �Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5422&action=trackbackBombshell: I Want Revenge Scratched Which Assures a Long Shot Wins the Kentucky DerbyMay 2nd, 2009 Today in the Daily Sports Roundup: The Celtics play host to the Bulls, the Sprint Cup Series races at Richmond, and I Want Revenge is a late scratch.Run For the Roses�Bombshell, I Want Revenge has been pulled from the Kentucky Derby and the odds are now tight to win.

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Having staved off elimination in triple overtime in Game 6 on Thursday night the Bulls will try to complete the series upset on the road in Boston on Saturday night when they take on the Celtics in a winner-takes-all Game 7.

John Salmons had a team-high 35 points for the Bulls on Thursday, while Derrick Rose was good for 28 points and seven assists.

Ray Allen poured in 51 points in the 128-127 Boston loss, and Paul Pierce tossed in 22 points for the Celtics.

Boston opened as a 6-point home favorite for Saturday�s matchup, with the total pegged at 195 points.Meeting up on the diamond .

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CC Sabathia returns to the hill for the Yankees on Saturday afternoon looking to square off his record at 2-2.

The big lefthander fell to 1-2 last time out, allowing four earned runs on six hits over eight innings in a loss to the Tigers.

Sabathia�s opponent on Saturday afternoon will be the Angels and starter Matt Palmer.

The righthander won his only start of the season, beating the Tigers back on April 23.

Elsewhere on the American League schedule for Saturday it�s Baltimore at Toronto, Cleveland at Detroit, Boston at Tampa Bay, Kansas City at Minnesota, the White Sox at Texas, and Oakland at Seattle.

The M�s will go with Jarrod Washburn on Saturday; he�s 3-1 with a 3.42 ERA in four outings on the season.

Over in the National League the Mets and Phillies will continue their series in Philadelphia on Saturday afternoon, with Oliver Perez (1-2, 9.31 ERA) meeting Jamie Moyer (3-1, 5.09 ERA).

As well, it�ll be St.

Louis at Washington, Florida at the Cubs, Houston at Atlanta, Colorado at San Francisco, Arizona at Milwaukee, and Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, with San Diego at the Dodgers to complete the night.

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It�s Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin vs.

Alexander Ovechkin on Saturday afternoon as the Penguins and Capitals begin their second-round series in Washington.

The Penguins dispatched state rival Philadelphia in six games in the first round, while the Capitals came back to bounce the Rangers in seven games in their opening-round set.

Ovechkin has three goals and seven points in seven playoff games, while Crosby and Malkin have a combined 17 points in six games.

The other game on the National Hockey League schedule for Saturday is a Game 2 matchup between the Hawks and Canucks in Vancouver.

The Canucks took a 3-0 lead in Game 1 on Thursday night, but needed goals late in the third period from Sami Salo and Ryan Johnson to get the 5-3 win.

Patrick Kane had two goals for the Hawks in the failed comeback, while Nikolai Khabibulin stopped 22 of 26 Vancouver shots.

Roberto Luongo made 28 saves in nets for Vancouver.Rounding out the Roundup .

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Horse racing gets the spotlight treatment on Saturday as the Kentucky Derby, the first jewel of the Triple Crown, is contested at Churchill Downs.

I Want Revenge was pegged as the 3/1 morning line favorite in the No.

13 gate but late word came in that he is scratched.

Updated: 2009 Kentucky Derby morning line has been shuffled.

As well, the Sprint Cup Series will race under the lights at Richmond International Raceway on Saturday night in the Russ Friedman 400.

Jimmie Johnson has taken the checkered flag in three of the past four races at Richmond, but he�s just the second favorite at 5/1 odds to get the win on Saturday.

Kyle Busch tops the odds list at 4/1 heading into the weekend, with Denny Hamlin at 6/1, Tony Stewart at 7/1, and Jeff Gordon at 8/1.

Defending champion Clint Bowyer is 18/1.Posted by Joe Duffy (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0)Joe Duffy is founder of OffshoreInsiders.com featuring the world�s top sports service selections.

There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5421&action=trackbackPadres-Dodgers Odds PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 The San Diego Padres will be fighting to snap a losing streak on Saturday when they take on the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium.

The Padres will give the ball to starter Chris Young in this one.

Righthander Young is 2-1 this season with a 5.74 ERA.

The Dodgers will counter Young with Randy Wolf.

Lefthander Wolf has a 4.31 ERA to go along with a 1-1 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Dodgers listed as 165-moneyline favorites versus the Padres, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

Russell Martin drove in the only run of the ballgame on Friday, as the Dodgers got past the Padres 1-0.

The Dodgers won the game as -140 favorites, while the team�s played UNDER the posted over/under (8).

Jonathan Broxton tossed the ninth and came out with the victory.

Duaner Sanchez allowed the winning run on the mound for the Padres, who were +120 underdogs.

Current streak: San Diego has lost 3 straight games.

Los Angeles has won 2 straight games.Team records: San Diego: 11-12 SU Los Angeles: 16-8 SUSan Diego most recently: When playing on Saturday are 3-7 Before playing LA Dodgers are 3-7 After playing LA Dodgers are 5-5 After a loss are 4-6 Los Angeles most recently: When playing on Saturday are 8-2 Before playing San Diego are 6-4 After playing San Diego are 5-5 After a win are 7-3A few trends to consider: San Diego is 4-11 SU in their last 15 games when playing LA Dodgers San Diego is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games San Diego is 1-7 SU in their last 8 games when playing on the road against LA Dodgers San Diego is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games on the road LA Dodgers are 5-0 SU in their last 5 games at home LA Dodgers are 7-1 SU in their last 8 games when playing at home against San Diego LA Dodgers are 14-5 SU in their last 19 games LA Dodgers are 11-4 SU in their last 15 games when playing San DiegoNext up: LA Dodgers home to San Diego, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5420&action=trackbackAthletics-Mariners Odds PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 The Oakland Athletics and the Seattle Mariners will meet on the field at Safeco Field on Saturday in a battle of division rivals.

Righthander Trevor Cahill will take the mound for the Athletics to start this game.

Cahill is 0-2 this season with a 5.40 ERA.

Starting this game for the Mariners will be Jarrod Washburn.

The lefthander has a 3.42 ERA to go along with a 3-1 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Mariners listed as 130-moneyline favorites versus the Athletics, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

Jose Lopez drove in the winning run in the ninth inning on Friday, as the Mariners got past the A�s 8-7.

The Mariners won the game as a -110 pick�em, while the 15 runs sailed OVER the posted over/under (9).

Franklin Gutierrez belted a two-run dinger for the Mariners.

Shawn Kelley tossed just under two innings of relief for the win.

Matt Holliday homered and drove in two runs for the A�s.

Russ Springer gave up the winning run and was saddled with the loss.

Team records: Oakland: 8-12 SU Seattle: 14-9 SUOakland most recently: When playing on Saturday are 3-7 Before playing Seattle are 4-6 After playing Seattle are 5-5 After a loss are 4-6 Seattle most recently: When playing on Saturday are 4-6 Before playing Oakland are 5-5 After playing Oakland are 7-3 After a win are 5-5A few trends to consider: Oakland is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games Oakland is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games on the road Oakland is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Seattle Oakland is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing Seattle Seattle is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Oakland Seattle is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Oakland Seattle is 9-4 SU in its last 13 games at homeNext up: Seattle home to Oakland, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5419&action=trackbackWhite Sox-Rangers Lines PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 The fans at Rangers Ballpark will be treated to a game between the Chicago White Sox and the Texas Rangers when they take their seats on Saturday.

Jose Contreras will be the starting pitcher for the White Sox on this day.

Righthander Contreras is 0-3 this season with a 6.75 ERA.

Contreras�s opponent in this one will be Brandon McCarthy.

The Rangers righthander has a 5.32 ERA to go along with a 2-0 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Rangers listed as 125-moneyline favorites versus the White Sox, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The White Sox came from three runs down and defeated the Rangers 4-3 in the opener of a three-game series on Friday, as a -110 pick�em.

That game�s seven runs went UNDER the posted over/under (11).

Chris Getz had two hits and drove in one run to lead the White Sox.

Mark Buehrle tossed six innings and improved to 4-0, while Bobby Jenks notched his sixth save.

Ian Kinsler drove in two runs in a losing effort for the Rangers.

Derek Holland gave up the winning run and was tagged with the loss.

Current streak: Chicago has won 2 straight games.

Texas has lost 2 straight games.Team records: Chicago: 12-10 SU Texas: 10-12 SUChicago most recently: When playing on Saturday are 3-7 Before playing Texas are 4-6 After playing Texas are 6-4 After a win are 4-6 Texas most recently: When playing on Saturday are 3-7 Before playing Chi White Sox are 6-4 After playing Chi White Sox are 4-6 After a loss are 4-6A few trends to consider: Chi White Sox are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games when playing Texas Chi White Sox are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games on the road Chi White Sox are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games Chi White Sox are 2-5 SU in their last 7 games when playing on the road against Texas Texas is 5-2 SU in their last 7 games when playing at home against Chi White Sox Texas is 2-4 SU in their last 6 games when playing Chi White Sox Texas is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games at homeNext up: Texas home to Chi White Sox, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5418&action=trackbackRoyals-Twins Odds PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 The division rival Kansas City Royals and Minnesota Twins are set to renew hostilities on Saturday when they meet at The Metrodome.

The Royals will pin their hopes on the pitching of righthander Brian Bannister in this game.

Bannister has a 2-0 record and a 0.69 ERA this season.

Starting this game for the Twins will be Glen Perkins.

The righthander has a 2.48 ERA to go along with a 1-2 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Twins listed as 145-moneyline favorites versus the Royals, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The Twins scored four runs in the fourth inning and went on to defeat the Royals 7-5 on Friday, as -180 favorites.

That game�s 12 runs made it OVER the posted over/under (9).Justin Morneau hit a two-run homer and drove in three runs for the Twins.

Kevin Slowey threw five innings to pick up the win, allowing eight hits and five runs.

Jose Guillen went 3-for-4 at the plate with two RBIs for the Royals, who were +160 underdogs.

Sidney Ponson gave up nine hits and seven runs over 4 1-3 innings in the loss.

Current streak: Minnesota has won 3 straight games.Team records: Kansas City: 12-11 SU Minnesota: 12-11 SUKansas City most recently: When playing on Saturday are 8-2 Before playing Minnesota are 4-6 After playing Minnesota are 3-7 After a loss are 7-3 Minnesota most recently: When playing on Saturday are 3-7 Before playing Kansas City are 7-3 After playing Kansas City are 5-5 After a win are 5-5A few trends to consider: Kansas City is 13-6 SU in its last 19 games on the road Kansas City is 4-9 SU in its last 13 games when playing Minnesota Kansas City is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games on the road Minnesota is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home Minnesota is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games Minnesota is 9-4 SU in its last 13 games when playing Kansas CityNext up: Minnesota home to Kansas City, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5417&action=trackbackRed Sox-Rays Lines PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 If familiarity breeds contempt, there should be animosity aplenty on Saturday when the Boston Red Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays meet at Tropicana Field.

The Red Sox will trot Tim Wakefield out to the mound in this one.

Righthander Wakefield has a 2-1 record and a 1.86 ERA this season.

The Rays will counter Wakefield with Jeff Niemann.

Righthander Niemann has a 4.43 ERA to go along with a 2-2 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Red Sox listed as 120-moneyline favorites versus the Rays, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The Rays won their second straight over the Red Sox with a 6-2 victory on Friday, as +100 underdogs.

That game�s eight runs went UNDER the posted total of 9.

Evan Longoria led the Rays with a grand slam home run.

Andy Sonnanstine allowed just eight hits and two runs over 5 2-3 innings in the loss.

Justin Masterson had six hits and six runs over six innings for the Red Sox, who were favored at -120.

Current streak: Boston has lost 2 straight games.

Tampa Bay has won 2 straight games.Team records: Boston: 14-9 SU Tampa Bay: 10-14 SUBoston most recently: When playing on Saturday are 8-2 Before playing Tampa Bay are 5-5 After playing Tampa Bay are 2-8 After a loss are 4-6 Tampa Bay most recently: When playing on Saturday are 5-5 Before playing Boston are 5-5 After playing Boston are 6-4 After a win are 3-7A few trends to consider: Boston is 12-3 SU in its last 15 games Boston is 3-6 SU in its last 9 games on the road Boston is 3-13 SU in its last 16 games when playing on the road against Tampa Bay Boston is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing Tampa Bay Tampa Bay is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing Boston Tampa Bay is 13-3 SU in its last 16 games when playing at home against BostonNext up: Tampa Bay home to Boston, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5416&action=trackbackReds-Pirates Odds PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 The Pittsburgh Pirates will be fighting to snap a losing streak on Saturday when they take on the Cincinnati Reds at PNC Park.

Micah Owings will be the starting pitcher for the Reds on this day.

Righthander Owings is 1-2 this season with a 3.78 ERA.

Starting this game for the Pirates will be Ross Ohlendorf.

The righthander has a 3.24 ERA to go along with a 2-2 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Pirates listed as 105-moneyline favorites versus the Reds, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

Bronson Arroyo tossed a four-hit shutout through eight innings on Friday, as the Reds defeated the Pirates 4-0.

The Reds won the game as +115 underdogs, while the four runs went UNDER the posted over/under (8.5).

Brandon Phillips belted a solo home run and drove in two runs for the Reds.

Arroyo improved to 4-1 with the win.

Zach Duke surrendered one run off six hits over seven innings in the loss.

Oddsmakers had the Pirates as -135 favorites in that contest.

Current streak: Cincinnati has won 2 straight games.

Pittsburgh has lost 4 straight games.Team records: Cincinnati: 12-10 SU Pittsburgh: 11-11 SUCincinnati most recently: When playing on Saturday are 1-9 Before playing Pittsburgh are 4-6 After playing Pittsburgh are 6-4 After a win are 5-5 Pittsburgh most recently: When playing on Saturday are 6-4 Before playing Cincinnati are 6-4 After playing Cincinnati are 5-5 After a loss are 6-4A few trends to consider: Cincinnati is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games on the road Pittsburgh is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games at home Pittsburgh is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games Next up: Pittsburgh home to Cincinnati, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5415&action=trackbackDiamondbacks-Brewers Odds PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 The fans at Miller Park will be treated to a game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Milwaukee Brewers when they take their seats on Saturday.

Righthander Dan Haren will take the mound for the Diamondbacks to start this game.

Haren is 2-3 this season with a 1.54 ERA.

It�ll be Braden Looper toeing the rubber for the Brewers in this contest.

Righthander Looper is 2-0 with a 2.45 ERA so far this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Diamondbacks listed as 123-moneyline favorites versus the Brewers, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The Diamondbacks charged back with four runs in the eighth inning on Friday as they defeated the Brewers 5-2.

The Diamondbacks won the game as +135 underdogs, while the seven runs went UNDER the posted over/under (9.5).

Tony Clark drove in two runs to lead the Diamondbacks.

Tony Pena won his third straight on the mound, and Chad Qualls collected his fifth save.

Carlos Villanueva surrendered two runs in relief and was saddled with the loss for the Brewers, who were favored at -155.

Team records: Arizona: 10-13 SU Milwaukee: 12-11 SUArizona most recently: When playing on Saturday are 0-10 Before playing Milwaukee are 3-7 After playing Milwaukee are 4-6 After a win are 2-8 Milwaukee most recently: When playing on Saturday are 6-4 Before playing Arizona are 8-2 After playing Arizona are 5-5 After a loss are 6-4A few trends to consider: Arizona is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games Arizona is 5-12 SU in its last 17 games when playing Milwaukee Arizona is 5-17 SU in its last 22 games on the road Arizona is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Milwaukee Milwaukee is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Arizona Milwaukee is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at home Milwaukee is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games Milwaukee is 12-5 SU in its last 17 games when playing ArizonaNext up: Milwaukee home to Arizona, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5414&action=trackbackRockies-Giants Odds PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 A winning streak will be on the line for the San Francisco Giants on Saturday when they battle the Colorado Rockies at AT&T Park.

Jason Marquis will be the starting pitcher for the Rockies on this day.

Righthander Marquis is 3-1 this season with a 4.10 ERA.

The Giants will counter Marquis with Matt Cain.

Righthander Cain has a 2.08 ERA to go along with a 2-0 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Giants listed as 135-moneyline favorites versus the Rockies, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The Giants foiled a late rally and held on to defeat the Rockies 3-2 on Friday, as a -110 pick�em.

That game�s five runs fell UNDER the posted over/under (8.5).

Travis Ishikawa drove in one run and went 2-for-3 at the plate for the Giants.

Randy Johnson tossed seven shutout innings to post his second victory, and Brian Wilson notched his sixth save.

Chris Iannetta smacked a solo home run for the Rockies.

Ubaldo Jimenez gave up five hits and three runs over seven innings in the loss.

Current streak: San Francisco has won 2 straight games.Team records: Colorado: 8-13 SU San Francisco: 11-10 SUColorado most recently: When playing on Saturday are 6-4 Before playing San Francisco are 8-2 After playing San Francisco are 6-4 After a loss are 4-6 San Francisco most recently: When playing on Saturday are 5-5 Before playing Colorado are 3-7 After playing Colorado are 3-7 After a win are 5-5A few trends to consider: Colorado is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games when playing on the road against San Francisco Colorado is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games when playing San Francisco Colorado is 5-12 SU in its last 17 games Colorado is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games on the road San Francisco is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home San Francisco is 8-2 SU in its last 10 games San Francisco is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Colorado San Francisco is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing ColoradoNext up: San Francisco home to Colorado, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5413&action=trackbackIndians-Tigers Odds PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 The Cleveland Indians and the Detroit Tigers will meet on the field at Comerica Park on Saturday in a battle of division rivals.

Aaron Laffey will be the starting pitcher for the Indians on this day.

Lefthander Laffey is 2-0 this season with a 2.41 ERA.

It�ll be Zach Miner toeing the rubber for the Tigers in this contest.

Righthander Miner is 2-1 with a 6.43 ERA so far this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Tigers listed as 110-moneyline favorites versus the Indians, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

Jhonny Peralta drove in two runs and the Indians held off a late charge to defeat the Tigers 6-5 on Friday, as +155 underdogs.

That game�s 11 runs made it OVER the posted over/under (10).Carl Pavano tossed 7 1-3 innings for the win, and Kerry Wood closed out the ninth for his fifth save.

Miguel Cabrera hit a three-run homer for the Tigers, who were -175 favorites.

Armando Galarraga surrendered eight hits and five runs in the loss.

Current streak: Detroit has lost 3 straight games.Team records: Cleveland: 9-14 SU Detroit: 11-11 SUCleveland most recently: When playing on Saturday are 7-3 Before playing Detroit are 7-3 After playing Detroit are 6-4 After a win are 2-8 Detroit most recently: When playing on Saturday are 2-8 Before playing Cleveland are 3-7 After playing Cleveland are 3-7 After a loss are 6-4A few trends to consider: Cleveland is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Detroit Cleveland is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Detroit Cleveland is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games on the road Cleveland is 4-8 SU in its last 12 games on the road Detroit is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games at home Detroit is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Cleveland Detroit is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games when playing ClevelandNext up: Detroit home to Cleveland, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5412&action=trackbackMets-Phillies Odds PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 The New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at Citizens Bank Park.

The Mets will pin their hopes on the pitching of lefthander Oliver Perez in this game.

Perez has a 1-2 record and a 9.31 ERA this season.

It�ll be Jamie Moyer toeing the rubber for the Phillies in this contest.

Lefthander Moyer is 3-1 with a 5.09 ERA so far this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Phillies listed as 125-moneyline favorites versus the Mets, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The Mets got out to an early lead and never looked back in a 7-4 win over the Phillies on Friday, as a -110 pick�em.

That game�s 11 runs went as a PUSH against the posted over/under (11).

Daniel Murphy belted a two-run homer to lead the Mets.

Mike Pelfrey improved to 3-0 with the win, and Francisco Rodriguez earned his fifth save.

Chase Utley went deep for the Phillies, while Chan Ho Park gave up eight hits and seven runs over 4 2-3 innings in the loss.

Current streak: Philadelphia has lost 2 straight games.Team records: New York: 10-12 SU Philadelphia: 11-10 SUNew York most recently: When playing on Saturday are 6-4 Before playing Philadelphia are 5-5 After playing Philadelphia are 9-1 After a win are 3-7 Philadelphia most recently: When playing on Saturday are 7-3 Before playing NY Mets are 5-5 After playing NY Mets are 2-8 After a loss are 5-5A few trends to consider: NY Mets are 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia NY Mets are 8-4 SU in its last 12 games when playing Philadelphia NY Mets are 1-4 SU in its last 5 games on the road Philadelphia is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games Philadelphia is 15-8 SU in its last 23 games at home Philadelphia is 4-8 SU in its last 12 games when playing NY Mets Philadelphia is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games at homeNext up: Philadelphia home to NY Mets, Sunday, May 3Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5411&action=trackbackAstros-Braves Odds PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 The Houston Astros and the Atlanta Braves will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at Turner Field.

The Astros will give the ball to ace starter Roy Oswalt in this one.

Righthander Oswalt is 0-2 this season with a 3.94 ERA.

Starting this game for the Braves will be Jair Jurrjens.

The righthander has a 1.72 ERA to go along with a 2-2 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Braves listed as 130-moneyline favorites versus the Astros, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

Jeff Francoeur drove in three runs to lead the Braves to a 7-2 victory over the Astros, as -170 favorites last time out.

That game�s nine runs made it OVER the posted over/under (8).Omar Infante and Yunel Escobar drove in two runs apiece for the Braves.

Derek Lowe allowed eight hits and two runs over 6 2-3 innings in picking up the win.

Lance Berkman and Mike Hampton drove in the runs for the Astros, who were +150 underdogs.

Hampton gave up five hits and six runs in just over four innings of work in the loss.

Current streak: Houston has lost 2 straight games.Team records: Houston: 9-14 SU Atlanta: 11-11 SUHouston most recently: When playing on Saturday are 8-2 Before playing Atlanta are 5-5 After playing Atlanta are 6-4 After a loss are 4-6 Atlanta most recently: When playing on Saturday are 5-5 Before playing Houston are 4-6 After playing Houston are 3-7 After a win are 5-5A few trends to consider: Houston is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games on the road Houston is 2-6 SU in its last 8 games when playing on the road against Atlanta Atlanta is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games when playing at home against Houston Atlanta is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games at homeNext up: Atlanta home to Houston, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5410&action=trackbackOrioles-Blue Jays Odds PreviewMay 2nd, 2009 The Baltimore Orioles and the Toronto Blue Jays will meet on the field at Rogers Centre on Saturday in a battle of division rivals.

Brad Bergesen will be the starting pitcher for the Orioles on this day.

Righthander Bergesen is 1-0 this season with a 5.58 ERA.

Bergesen�s opponent in this one will be David Purcey.

The Blue Jays lefthander has a 7.01 ERA to go along with a 0-2 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Blue Jays listed as 130-moneyline favorites versus the Orioles, while the game�s total has not yet been posted.

The Blue Jays scored four runs in the fourth inning and went on to defeat the Orioles 8-4 on Friday, as -240 favorites.

That game�s 12 runs made it OVER the posted over/under (9).Rod Brajas had three hits and drove in two runs for the Blue Jays.

Roy Halladay improved to 5-1 with the win, allowing 10 hits and four runs.

Nick Markakis hit a two-run homer for the Orioles, who were +210 underdogs.

Mark Hendrickson gave up nine hits and four runs in suffering the loss.

Current streak: Baltimore has lost 4 straight games.Team records: Baltimore: 9-14 SU Toronto: 16-9 SUBaltimore most recently: When playing on Saturday are 6-4 Before playing Toronto are 4-6 After playing Toronto are 2-8 After a loss are 3-7 Toronto most recently: When playing on Saturday are 8-2 Before playing Baltimore are 5-5 After playing Baltimore are 8-2 After a win are 4-6A few trends to consider: Baltimore is 1-5 SU in its last 6 games when playing Toronto Baltimore is 1-6 SU in its last 7 games Baltimore is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games when playing on the road against Toronto Baltimore is 0-5 SU in its last 5 games on the road Toronto is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing at home against Baltimore Toronto is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing Baltimore Toronto is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games at homeNext up: Toronto home to Baltimore, Sunday, May 3�Posted by Mike Snow (Profile) | Permalink | Comments (0) | Trackbacks (0) There are no comments for this article Post CommentThe Trackback URL for this article is: http://www.offshoreinsiders.com/index.php?Page=Articles&ArticleID=5409&action=trackback S M T W T F S�����12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031������

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