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Back the D-Rays at Rockies

The Tampa offense will be renewed at the mile high altitude, and they've got their ace James Shields on the mound to boot.  Bet the Devil Rays tonight in Colorado against the Rockies.

 
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Ride Royals to win over Marlins

Gil Meche is due to bounce back from a 5-game losing streak for the Royals tonight.  Cash in on Kansas City at home in Kauffman Stadium against the Florida Marlins.

 
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Take Twins to top Brewers

The Twins have been money in the bank on the moneyline versus NL Central opponents.  Back Minnesota tonight when they host the Milwaukee Brewers at the Metrodome.

 
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Angels, Dodgers Under 8

With Ervin Santana on the mound for the Angels and Derek Lowe pitching for the Dodgers, look for the Under to cash tonight in this interleague freeway series.

 
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Make Marlins +100 the play to crown Royals

The Marlins have been underachievers this year, but they have played better on the road than at home, so look for the hot Sergio Mitre to handle the Royals.

 
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Giants +125 to keep Red Sox skidding

Barry Zito gives the Giants tremendous value vs. Julian Tavarez here, especially since the Boston offense has produced a measly six runs in four games.

 
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Dog the D-Backs at Orioles

This matchup features a pair of teams currently on the skids with the pitching matchup favoring Arizona.  Bet the underdog Diamondbacks tonight in Baltimore versus the Orioles.

 
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Back the Rockies over the Devil Rays

The Devil Rays and Rockies are both on solid runs.  But Colorado's Rodrigo Lopez will have the pitching advantage in this one over James Shields of Tampa Bay.

 
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Lay it on Lilly, Cubs vs Padres

The Cubs are rested, especially starting hurler Ted Lilly, while the Padres are facing a short recovery from their series in Tampa.  Back Chicago at home this afternoon against San Diego.

 
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White Sox -115 to win at Pirates

The pitching of Jon Garland has been one of the few bright spots for the White Sox this year, and with Paul Maholm struggling, play Chicago on the road.

 
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Marlins & Mitre, Royals & Meche Under 8½

Gil Meche has turned things back around lately after a bit of a slump, while Sergio Mitre has been fantastic on the road, so runs should be at a premium tonight.

 
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Bet Pirates to sweep Rangers

Texas is a sinking ship with no sign of help on the immediate horizon.  Play the Pittsburgh Pirates at home tonight when they finish off their sweep of the Rangers.

 
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Bet Royals & Cards Over 10½

The Cardinals have scored 22 times and allowed 36 runs in their last five games.  And this evening's match against the Royals in Kansas City looks like another high-scoring affair.

 
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Cardinals, Royals Over 10½

This one absolutely reeks of a slugfest.  Bet the Over this evening in Kansas City when Scott Elarton and the Royals host Kip Wells and the St. Louis Cardinals.

 
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Play Nats & O's Over 9

The Nationals and Orioles have combined for 26 runs in the first two games of their series.  Bet the Over tonight when Baltimore and Washington close out their set at Camden Yards.

 
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Cash with the Orioles at Camden

Baltimore will end their 3-game skid against Washington this evening at Camden Yards.  Get on the Orioles tonight as the Birds avoid being swept by the Nationals.

 
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Chalk the Cubs over Mariners

The Cubs figured out a way to slow the red-hot Mariners yesterday.  And this afternoon, Chicago will win the series over Seattle behind the right arm of Jason Marquis.

 
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Bet Brewers, Tigers Under 9

Today's pitching matchup, plus the Brewers' slumbering offense, points to the Under as the way to play this afternoon's Brewers-Tigers contest in Detroit.

 
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Make Mariners +140 the Play at Cubs

Jeff Weaver actually looked like a real pitcher in his last outing, not coincidentally in his first start vs. the National League, so look for Seattle to upset the Cubs.

 
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Play Pirates with Gorzelanny -160 vs. Rangers

Tom Gorzelanny of the Pirates may end up representing the team in the All-Star game, given his 2.76 ERA this season, so play the Pirates over Texas.

 
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Take Reds +120 vs. Angels & Colon

This game marks the changing of the times, as former Cy Young winner Colon has been brutal lately, while the rookie Bailey will only get better, so grab the Reds.

 
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Twins, Santana -175 to Outduel Braves, Hudson

This price looks chalky, but Tim Hudson has never won a game in interleague play while Johan Santana may still be the best pitcher in the league, so lay the wood.

 
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Hump Day Under: A’s at Astros

The Athletics and Astros don’t exactly strike fear into their opposition on the offensive side of the ball these days, with both clubs ranking near the bottom of their respective leagues in scoring.  And with both batting orders facing pitchers they don’t have any experience with, the Under looks mighty good this evening when Houston hosts Oakland in interleague action.

 
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Play the Pirates vs Rangers

The Pirates are at home with one of their best pitchers, Ian Snell, on the mound.  With just a little help from the Pittsburgh offense, the Pirates should pop the Texas Rangers.

 
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Bet Mariners to sail past Cubs

Both of tonight's starting hurlers are in fine form of late, but the difference is Seattle's offense is on a roll.  Back the Mariners on the road tonight against the Chicago Cubs.

 
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Bet Mets & Dodgers Under 7½

Two solid pitchers matched up in a pitcher's park make the Under an easy play this evening when Brad Penny and the Dodgers host Jorge Sosa and the reeling Mets.

 
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Mariners the play at Cubs

Seattle is on a roll, and still being overlooked by the linesmakers.  Make your play on the Mariners tonight when they cash at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs.

 
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Take Tigers to tame Brewers

The Brewers are in a tailspin and were no-hit last night by Justin Verlander and the Tigers.  The winning continues for Detroit tonight at home versus Milwaukee.

 
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Reward yourself with Reds on run line

There's great value on the Reds and the run line at home tonight.  Bet Cincinnati (+1½) this evening when they square off against John Lackey and the Angels.

 
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Padres, Devil Rays Over 8½

Even with Jake Peavy on the mound tonight for San Diego, the Over will still cash in Tampa when the Padres and Devil Rays play Game 2 of their interleague series.

 
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Bet Dodgers to sweep Mets

The Dodgers go for their first sweep of the Mets since 2002 tonight at home in Los Angeles.  And with Brad Penny on the mound for them, the Dodgers will succeed.

 
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Diamondbacks +205 to Stun Yankees on ESPN

The Yankees are hot, but there is loads of value on the Diamondbacks here, as Hernandez has been hot while Mussina has been very erratic, so look for a major upset.

 
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Back Angels with Lackey over Reds

John Lackey has been one of the best pitchers in the American League this season, while Kyle Lohse was bombarded the last time he faced the Angles, so back the Halos.

 
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Cubs the play with Hill on the hill

Seattle is having a great run right now, but all of the traveling they've done has to take its toll eventually.  Back the Chicago Cubs at home tonight against the Mariners.

 
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Play Carmona & Cleveland at Florida

Fausto Carmona is having an All-Star caliber season for the Indians who are 8-3 with the Dominican righty on the mound.  Chalk it up to Cleveland tonight in Florida against the Marlins.

 
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Go with Maddux, Pads at Rays

The Padres are a perfect 3-0 the last three times Greg Maddux has been on the hill.  Side with San Diego tonight when they travel east to Tampa Bay to play the Devil Rays.

 
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Back Oswalt & Astros vs. A's

Oakland lefty Joe Kennedy hasn't had much luck this season despite pitching well, and his luck isn't going to change tonight when he and the A's face Roy Oswalt and the Astros in Houston.

 
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Bet Braves (+136) at Twins

This is a great chance to grab the Braves as the underdog.  Bet Atlanta this evening when Bobby Cox and his gang hit the Twin Cities to take on the Minnesota Twins in interleague action.

 
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Braves & Twins Under 9½

Expect to see nice bounce-back efforts from tonight's starting pitchers, Kyle Davies for the Braves and Kevin Slowey for the Twins.  Play the Under when Atlanta visits Minnesota.

 
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Go Under 8 with Blue Jays, Giants

There should be a pitcher’s duel in San Francisco tonight, as Burnett has posted back-to-back double-digit strikeout performances, while Lowry has a 2.70 ERA at home.

 
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White Sox +145 to Upset Phillies & Hamels

The Phillies may have their ace Cole Hamels on the mound, but Jose Contreras is also in excellent form for the White Sox, and gives Chicago great value here.

 
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Mets & Dodgers Under 7½

This rematch from one of the National League divisional series last fall trends strongly to the Under.  Bet tonight's game between the Mets and Dodgers in Los Angeles to stay under the total.

 
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Bet Howard, Phils vs. Thome, White Sox

Jim Thome and his return to Philadelphia is a big storyline in this one.  But it will be Ryan Howard and the Phillies who prevail over the visiting Chicago White Sox tonight.

 
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Go Under 8½ with Blue Jays, Giants

The Blues Jays have been an Under machine for the past month, and with the hot Matt Morris starting for the Giants, look for more of the same this evening.

 
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Take Astros +165 to Upset Cubs

The Cubs have been burning money as a favorite all year, especially in this price range, so fade the volatile Carlos Zambano and play the Astros at a generous price.

 
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Mets with El Duque -115 over Dodgers

The Mets look to have a big pitching advantage over the Dodgers, as Hernandez is in peak from while Wolf is sputtering, so lay the small number.

 
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Get it down on Dodgers and Schmidt

You won't often see the Dodgers at -105 or better with Jason Schmidt on the mound, so grab Los Angeles this afternoon against the visiting Blue Jays and their struggling ace, Roy Halladay.

 
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Bet Blue Jays, Dodgers Under 7½

This series has been under the total historically, and that's not going to change today when Roy Halladay and the Blue Jays finish their series against Jason Schmidt and the Dodgers.

 
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Take Mariners & King Felix as a Dog

Chris Young has been terrific for the Padres, but not even the team with the best ERA in baseball has been able to stop the Seattle offense, so take the Mariners as a dog.

 
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Pick Red Sox & Dice-K -110 over Big Unit

The Boston Red Sox are the kings of interleague play, and they also 7-2 in Matsuzaka’s last nine starts, so go with Boston over Arizona and the aging Big Unit.