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American League Games Highlight Tuesday MLB betting
Two marquees MLB match-ups highlight Sportsbook.com’s baseball betting board tonight. The Yankees and Rays continue their three-game series after giving us a taste of the postseason in Monday night’s 1-0 Tampa Bay win. With the victory, the Rays are now in first place in the East. Meanwhile, the White Sox have an opportunity to cut into Minnesota’s six-game Central lead as the two teams open a three-game set on Chicago’s South Side.
Yankees @ Rays
Pete Rose Apologizes For Gambling Scandal
25 years after the scandal that rocked Major League Baseball, Pete Rose apologized for his gambling while manager of the Cincinnati Reds during the 1980’s.
National League Pennant Races Heating up
Two key National League games are on Sportsbook.com’s betting board tonight.
In the West, the Padres survived a 10-game losing streak and rebounded with a three-game sweep of the Dodgers. The Giants took advantage of the Padres slide, winning six of their last eight games, and enter play just two games behind San Diego for first place in the NL West. The two clubs open a crucial four-game series Thursday at Petco Park.
Baseball Betting: Rays vs. Red Sox, Reds vs. Rockies
Baseball betting odds for the Tampa Bay Rays vs. Boston Red Sox were available at SBG Global here.
It is now or never for the Boston Red Sox. If they are to have any chance of catching Tampa Bay for the Wild Card spot then they simply have to win again on Wednesday baseball night. They probably won’t catch the Rays anyway, but at least they would have some hope. It is a great pitching matchup on Wednesday night on ESPN with Matt Garza going for the Rays while Clay Buchholz goes for Boston.
Poker Pro Phil Hellmuth Throws First Pitch At Oakland A’s Game
UB.com poker pro Phil Hellmuth this week spent time with players from the Oakland A’s. His mission: Teach them how to play Chinese Poker.
Twins vs. Rangers Free Baseball Pick
This Twins vs. Rangers free baseball pick is courtesy of Pregame.com.
The Texas Rangers host the Minnesota Twins tonight in front of a national audience on ESPN at 8:05 EDT. Both of these teams are leading their respective divisions within the American League. It is quite likely that these two teams will meet in the playoffs. The Rangers are -145 home favorites tonight, with a total of 8.5 runs expected.
Trading News: Gambling Public Says Roger Clemens to be Found Guilty
A new market has opened at intrade.com on Roger Clemens pleading guilty or being found guilty on at least one count.
A federal grand jury indicted Clemens on August 19, 2010 on charges of making false statements to Congress about his use of performance-enhancing drugs. The indictment charges Clemens with one count of obstruction of Congress, three counts of making false statements and two counts of perjury in connection with his February 2008 testimony.
Rockies vs. Dodgers Free Baseball Pick
This Rockies vs. Dodgers free baseball pick is courtesy of Pregame.com.
The Los Angeles Dodgers host the Colorado Rockies tonight in a meeting of two disappointing National League West teams. Both teams are all but eliminated from the playoff chase, so playing for pride will be a deciding factor tonight. The Dodgers are -150 favorites tonight, with a total of 7.5 runs expected. First pitch of this game is at 10:10 EDT.
San Francisco Giants vs. Philadelphia Phillies Betting Preview
MLB: Ace Lefties Square off in Potential Playoff Preview
Two of the best teams in the American League start a three game series on Monday night, and you couldn’t ask for a better pitching matchup for the opener, as Texas’ Cliff Lee will square off against Tampa Bay’s David Price. Oddsmakers at Sportsbook.com initially gave Lee the edge, installing him as a -115 favorite, despite his team being on the road. However, since bettors have moved the line to -103 and may even turn it further over to Tampa Bay’s favor over the course of the day.
Washington Nationals Prospect A.J. Cole Grandson of Gambling Publishing Magnate
Florida Marlins vs. Washington Nationals Betting Preview
This Florida Marlins vs. Washington Nationals betting preview is courtesy of SBG Global.
Baseball Betting: Record Pace of 2010 MLB Totals Less Than 7 Runs
The 2010 baseball campaign will be known as the ‘year of the picture’. Not only have there been no-hitter after no-hitter; including two (should have been three) perfect games, but scoring in all games is down big time. The handicappers have obviously noticed; just check the MLB betting lines on any given day at Sportsbook.com and you’ll notice more 6, 6.5 and 7 runs than ever. Considering most bettors prefer betting the ‘over’, is this and overreaction from the bookies?
Red Sox vs. Yankees Betting Preview
This Red Sox vs. Yankees betting preview is courtesy of SBG Global.
Odds to Win the 2010 World Series (Updated)
BetUS.com has just released the latest odds to win the 2010 World Series as we are coming down the home stretch.
Chicago White Sox vs. Detroit Tigers Free Baseball Pick
This free baseball pick for August 4, 2010 is courtesy of Pregame.com.
Mets, Dodgers Series: Last Grasp of Hope
The MLB trade deadline has come and gone. Some teams added significant firepower to their rosters while other teams pretty much threw in the towel on the 2010 season.
Top Major League Baseball Weekend Power Trends (July 31, 2010)
