David Chan - Livan Hernandez has been an early season surprise for the Nationals, but his control remains erraric, making Washington vulnerable in this rare favorite's role today.

David Chan - Arizona's offense flexed its muscles in a 13-5 win at Wrigley on Thursday, and now the Diamondbacks will have a big pitching advantage with Dan Haren facing the Cubs.

David Chan - The oddsmakers want you to believe Miami is the better team despite failing in all five games against Boston this season, including the first two of this playoff series.

David Chan - Seattle starter Doug Fister probably won't excite a lot of bettors, but then, the Baltimore Orioles shouldn't be on anyone's follow list right now.  Mariners get it done on Monday.

David Chan - Seattle is in the midst of an early four-game slide, but they have the right man on the mound to stop that tonight in Texas when Felix Hernandez takes the mound vs. the Rangers.

David Chan - The Mavericks have been bad bets on their home floor all season and stand 0-4-1 ATS in Dallas the last five in this series.  Grab the Denver Nuggets and the points on Monday.

David Chan - Dallas has been horrible against the spread on its home floor at American Airlines Center.  Grab the points and the Boston Celtics tonight in Big D against the Mavericks.

David Chan - Expect a full effort from Phil Jackson's club this afternoon when the Lakers and Magic meet in a rematch from last year's NBA Finals.  LA plus the points is the play in Orlando.

David Chan - The Lakers have lost five straight games ATS, but this is a big game for them as they have lost both meetings with Denver this season, and want to send a message with a big win.

David Chan - Goaltending will be the key to this game and Switzerland has the advantage with Jonas Hiller.  Look for the Swiss to advance in Vancouver on Tuesday vs. Belarus.