No Rainouts Here

**Rixsaw** · 04-04-10, 07:06 PM

I can't believe my first bet of the season is on the Yanks. You know how I hate to love them. Well, I can't pass up +112. Good luck bro.

Yanks ML +112 1u

**Dexter** · 04-04-10, 07:06 PM

Originally posted by TodaysAction

Here is something new for this year's thread.

While I don't believe in giving a projected order of finish, I believe it is reasonable to list potential playoff teams and track their progress during the season. This post will be revisited at the All-Star break and/or trading deadline with fine tuning as needed.
Teams are listed in alphabetical order.

2010 Playoff Quality Teams
ALE: BOS, NYY, TAM
ALC: CWS, DET, MN
ALW: LAA, TX
NLE: ATL, PHI
NLC: CUBS, STL
NLW: CO, LAD, SF

no marlins? johnson and nolasco is a solid 1/2. one of the 5 best players in the game in ramirez......i think they'll make some noise this season.

**Gary'sTerp2010** · 04-04-10, 07:15 PM

Happy Easter TA. Lets start the season with a W!!

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 08:49 PM

Originally posted by Rixsaw

I can't believe my first bet of the season is on the Yanks. You know how I hate to love them. Well, I can't pass up +112. Good luck bro.

Yanks ML +112 1u

Good evening Rixsaw,

I understand your position completely but try to look at it as a "short-term relationship", you know good enough for a date or three but not in it for the long haul. You got a great number, congrats!

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 08:57 PM

Originally posted by Dexter

no marlins? johnson and nolasco is a solid 1/2. one of the 5 best players in the game in ramirez......i think they'll make some noise this season.

Correct, I have them in the second tier - teams that should be above .500 but for various reasons won't be in serious playoff contention. Who knows what will happen, but those are my thoughts and if needed Florida could be included (playing their way in) on the next update.

Also, you have e-mail.

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 09:01 PM

Originally posted by Gary'sTerp2010

Happy Easter TA. Lets start the season with a W!!

Thank you and to you too Gary. Hope you enjoyed it with your family and friends.

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 09:07 PM

Beckett didn't make it past the fifth inning.

**superjeff24** · 04-04-10, 09:08 PM

Let's just hope the score stays the same

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 09:21 PM

Originally posted by superjeff24

Let's just hope the score stays the same

I could be wrong but I don't think that will be true (more runs scored). Tonight I cheer for the Yankees, next game

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**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 09:39 PM

After 6 innings, it's tied at 5. Congrats to those who were on the over.

**superjeff24** · 04-04-10, 09:55 PM

I really thought Beckett would have a better start. He looked really shaky all night and never got comfortable. Tomorrow I like Phillies for about 5 units. Halladay is going to look great, and will dominate Wash.

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 10:05 PM

Originally posted by superjeff24

I really thought Beckett would have a better start. He looked really shaky all night and never got comfortable. Tomorrow I like Phillies for about 5 units. Halladay is going to look great, and will dominate Wash.

Early season game, pitch count, sticks ahead of the ball, etc - it all adds up. As you read earlier, I didn't think either starter make it into the 7th inning (they didn't). And just like that it's tied again at 7.

**superjeff24** · 04-04-10, 10:53 PM

looks like I'm 2 outs from being 0-2 regular season. Under and Yanks

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 10:54 PM

0-1-0 tonight dropping 1.05 units - unless the Yankees manage to score at least twice in this half inning.

Congrats to MLBStreakbuilda for being the lone, in thread, winner tonight. Well done.

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 10:59 PM

Originally posted by superjeff24

looks like I'm 2 outs from being 0-2 regular season. Under and Yanks

It happens and don't worry, everyone will put up a goose egg this season if they put some in play daily. Remember this when losses occur, the games are over, you can't change them and move forward.

**Mybologne** · 04-04-10, 11:07 PM

dont feel bad i went first 5 un and full un

**Gary'sTerp2010** · 04-04-10, 11:11 PM

we will get it back !! yanks gave that game away

**saints7011** · 04-04-10, 11:18 PM

crazy back and forth game , on to the next...

**Jive** · 04-04-10, 11:19 PM

Tough losses to start the season (0-2 for me) but I'm excited about the baseball season being here. Too bad I couldn't enjoy the game since I was distracted early on by the crawl at the bottom of the screen telling me that my football team traded for a quarterback. I spent too much time surfing the net and not enough time enjoying opening night. I will make up for it tomorrow. Looking forward to discussing the big slate of games with you guys and hearing your thoughts.

**Mybologne** · 04-04-10, 11:21 PM

bos and yanks always battle back and forth

**jnickell100** · 04-04-10, 11:26 PM

Its all good TA, you'll get em. I didnt think NYY would be able to pull it out in boston but not enough faith to place a wager on the sox. Anyways GL and get em tomorrow

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 11:27 PM

Originally posted by Mybologne

dont feel bad i went first 5 un and full un

Sorry you too got egged. Look at it this way, the first losing day is now out of the way. Monday's games are now at hand.

Originally posted by Gary'sTerp2010

we will get it back !! yanks gave that game away

If I were to "blame" any player, it would be Park for that poor outing.

Originally posted by saints7011

crazy back and forth game , on to the next...

Bingo! This is why over 90% of the time, I pass on the first game of the regular season when it's prior to the rest of the league beginning. It showed how competitive both teams are and will be this season - had their been no money involved on the game I still would have watched and found it to be enjoyable.

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 11:31 PM

Originally posted by Jive

Tough losses to start the season (0-2 for me) but I'm excited about the baseball season being here. Too bad I couldn't enjoy the game since I was distracted early on by the crawl at the bottom of the screen telling me that my football team traded for a quarterback. I spent too much time surfing the net and not enough time enjoying opening night. I will make up for it tomorrow. Looking forward to discussing the big slate of games with you guys and hearing your thoughts.

Good morning Jive,

Win, lose or push it's always a good thing when the regular season begins. Sorry for your pair but at least you got a cube from the night. Looking forward to your input on the games as the season unfolds..

**Van G** · 04-04-10, 11:33 PM

Today'sAction.....looking forward to tailing you this year...i'm a rookie hoping to learn the MLB game....GL to you, sir

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 11:38 PM

Originally posted by Mybologne

bos and yanks always battle back and forth

Exactly, ~~tonight~~ last night, since it's after midnight, this time Boston won. It happens and you won't hear me or see ranting posts about that loss nor would you had the Yankees won. You'll see a results for the day or an updated during the day post and then move ofrward. Both teams will be highly competitive all season and being public teams will have inflated lines.

Originally posted by jnickell100

Its all good TA, you'll get em. I didnt think NYY would be able to pull it out in boston but not enough faith to place a wager on the sox. Anyways GL and get em tomorrow

Thanks jnickell100 but I'm funny, when I wager, I like to cash - like everyone else.

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 11:40 PM

Originally posted by Van G

Today'sAction.....looking forward to tailing you this year...i'm a rookie hoping to learn the MLB game....GL to you, sir

Good morning Van G,

Hopefully things will run smoothly. Add your input as it will only make our thread be better and more complete as I truly believe everyone can learn from each other. Thank you and here's to a fun-filled productive season.

**TodaysAction** · 04-04-10, 11:42 PM

9 sides and 1 total for today which will be posted after a few hours of shut eye. Thanks to all who added to the thread today.

**Van G** · 04-04-10, 11:47 PM

TodaysAction....I have a question for you:

I have a $500 bankroll..how many dollars should 1 unit be worth for my bankroll?

Also, here are some picks for tomorrow from Dexter's postings:

[COLOR=#000000 !important]Monday 4/5:

(1x) rockies +110 - jiminez has 7ip and 0 er in his only career start at milw (col 1-0). gallardo has 5ip and 2 er in 1 career home start vs the rockies (hou 0-1). like the sharp opening move for colorado.

(1x) giants -130 - lincecum has given up 1er in 11inn pitcher at hou. have to take advantage of lincecum at a decent price.

(1x) mariners -130 - fading sheets here who hasnt pitched since 9/2008 vs one of the best in the game (king felix) at a decent price.[/COLOR]

**oda11** · 04-04-10, 11:53 PM

I would say 1% Van G.

**Mybologne** · 04-04-10, 11:56 PM

depending on your bank roll it's usually 2-3%

**Van G** · 04-04-10, 11:57 PM

oda, thanks for the advice....1% seems very small, but I guess I need to be into the longevity side of things to win in this game

$5 per unit for a $500 bankroll will take some getting used to since in baskets I will play up to 20% of my bankroll on a strong play

**Van G** · 04-04-10, 11:59 PM

bologne....thanks for the advice...2-3% sounds reasonable....i was actually thinking before I asked this question that for my $500 bankroll that a 1 unit play should be $10....that's a 2% play off of my bankroll

**oda11** · 04-05-10, 12:02 AM

Originally posted by Van G

oda, thanks for the advice....1% seems very small, but I guess I need to be into the longevity side of things to win in this game $5 per unit for a $500 bankroll will take some getting used to since in baskets I will play up to 20% of my bankroll on a strong play

You gotta realize there are a LOT more games in baseball than basketball buddy, and an error etc can cost you your wager. BOL this season.

**Van G** · 04-05-10, 12:04 AM

Originally posted by oda11

You gotta realize there are a LOT more games in baseball than basketball buddy, and an error etc can cost you your wager. BOL this season.

duly noted...thanks for the input....i'm a rookie trying to learn....thanks

**superjeff24** · 04-05-10, 12:08 AM

Originally posted by Van G

oda, thanks for the advice....1% seems very small, but I guess I need to be into the longevity side of things to win in this game

$5 per unit for a $500 bankroll will take some getting used to since in baskets I will play up to 20% of my bankroll on a strong play

20% thats insane bro. you'll never find a long-term sharp that would agree with that amount. 1% standard. you can always up it a few units on strong plays (5%max)