What a week it was! We went 8-0 in CFL for over 10 units and 8-3 in WNBA for nearly 6 units. A new week is ahead and it’s nice to catch rhythms in sports where we thrive.
Imagine what the NFL and NBA will bring? 😉 From now on I’ll have an “other” picks section if my plays go beyond the major sports I bet. That includes MLB now. This means I don’t track my record and I absolutely do not claim to be an expert of any kind in these “other” sports, I just see an opportunity to bet on.
Onto today’s picks:
WNBA Pick (22-16-1, +5.50 units):
Dallas Wings -4 (-105), to win 1 unit
The Liberty come into this similar to the Dream Sunday, beating up on bad teams and getting their asses handed to them against the better ones. The Wings are one of the better ones. Riding a four-game winning streak into this contest and escaping their trap game against the Fever with an OT win, I like the Wings to settle back in at home in a doubleheader against the less able Liberty. Might look to play back on NY in game two.
Other Picks
(MLB) Jays/O’s over 9 (-125), to win 1 unit
This just sets up too well for an over. The O’s are very confident behind their bats, especially the 2nd half of the season, while the Jays are obviously one of the most dangerous offenses in MLB. Couple that with two pitchers who just CANNOT stay off the chopping block and I love this game to soar over.
Reds ML (+235), to win 1.5 units
The Mets are coming off a celebration Sunday, beating the Braves behind a masterful performance by deGrom and of course, their able bats. This is a sleepy, sleepy spot against a relatively unknown pitcher and Bassitt can be exposed. Sneaky play here, a shot at the ML is worth it for me.
NFL Preseason Week 1 Picks (0-1, -1.1 units):
Ravens -4 (-110, Preseason Week 1, Aug 11), to win 1.5 units
Well it’s pretty well-documented how good John Harbaugh is in the preseason. In case you didn’t know, he’s 40-12 (77%) straight up in exhibition games and in general, tends to care WAY more about his talent putting in effort and gaining momentum before the regular season begins. At -4, at home, this is a line that should only rise and in reality – take the Ravens.
Giants ML (+105), to win 0.50 units
As an avid reader of all things NY Giants, I can tell you one thing – this team is excited to get on the field. New HC Brian Daboll brings a new regime and new ideas to a NY Giants offense that desperately needs it. Billy Belichik, on the other hand, could probably care less about the game, save for a few good plays from the starters in 1 or 2 drives. Another good way to bet this game is by expecting the Pats to go up early and bet NYG live at a better moneyline price.
Jaguars ML (-125), to win 1 unit
Jaguars 1Q ML (not out yet, probably -115), to win 1 unit
Nice setup for Jacksonville to get a symbolic win under their new head coach. The Hall of Fame game was blown open from the opening drive where that lofty dumb pass fell in the hands of one of LV’s wide receivers. The Jags didn’t play anyone of value but they’ll need more reps in a new system. Take the Jags early and overall; I think they’ll care way more than the Browns do.
