The Boston Red Sox will be trying to extend a winning streak on Saturday when they take on the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. The Red Sox will give the ball to starter Daisuke Matsuzaka in this one. Righthander Matsuzaka is 1-4 this season with a 7.33 ERA. The Phillies will counter Matsuzaka with Antonio Bastardo. Lefthander Bastardo has a 2.45 ERA to go along with a 2-0 record this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Phillies listed as 130-moneyline favorites versus the Red Sox, while the game's total is sitting at 10. The Red Sox scored three runs in the 13th inning to rally for a 5-2 victory over the Phillies on Friday, as -125 favorites. The game's seven runs went UNDER the posted over/under (9.5). Kevin Youkilis homered in the win for the Red Sox, while Takashi Saito got the win in relief. Daniel Bard fanned three batters to earn his first save of the season. Ryan Howard went deep in a losing effort for the Phillies, who were +105 underdogs. Kyle Kendrick gave up four hits and three runs in taking the defeat on the mound. A few trends to consider: Next up:
Boston is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games on the road
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Boston's last 8 games
Boston is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing Philadelphia
Boston is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Philadelphia's last 8 games at home
Philadelphia is 10-4 SU in its last 14 games
The total has gone UNDER in 14 of Philadelphia's last 20 games
Philadelphia is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games at home
Philadelphia home to Boston, Sunday, June 14
MLB Betting Odds - Boston Red Sox vs. Philadelphia Phillies
| author: Matt SmithMLB Betting - Nationals vs. Rays Odds
| author: Matt SmithThe Washington Nationals and the Tampa Bay Rays will both be trying to pick up a win on Saturday when they battle at Tropicana Field. Jordan Zimmermann will be the starting pitcher for the Nationals on this day. Righthander Zimmermann is 2-3 this season with a 5.71 ERA. Zimmermann's opponent in this one will be Andy Sonnanstine. The Rays righthander has a 7.00 ERA to go along with a 4-6 record this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Rays listed as 160-moneyline favorites versus the Nationals, while the game's total is sitting at 10. Gabe Kapler belted a game-winning home run in the bottom the eighth inning to lift the Rays to a 4-3 win over the Nationals on Friday. The Rays won the game as -240 favorites, while the seven runs went UNDER the posted over/under (9). Dioner Navarro had two hits and drove in one run for the Rays. J.P. Howell evened his record at 2-2 with the victory in relief. Adam Dunn went 2-for-2 at the plate with one RBI for the Nationals, who were +210 underdogs. Ron Villone gave up the winning run and suffered the loss on the mound. A few trends to consider: Next up:
The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Washington's last 5 games
The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Washington's last 8 games on the road
Washington is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games when playing Tampa Bay
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Washington's last 6 games when playing Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home
The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Tampa Bay's last 14 games
Tampa Bay is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games
The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Tampa Bay's last 10 games at home
Tampa Bay home to Washington, Sunday, June 14
Mark Sánchez Signed for $ 60 Million
| author: Matt SmithThe agreement, signed Wednesday night, includes $ 28 million in guaranteed money, which is a franchise record for New York.
In his first practice and become a millionaire quarterback, Sanchez marveled both friends and strangers during the training, which was acclaimed by fans who were allowed entry.
The first selection of the Jets in the 2009 Draft wore in plays of 11 to 11, while completing his final five passes in a row, including a shipment of 17-yard touchdown to Wallace Wright in the left corner of the diagonals, which earned him the biggest ovation of the day.
"It was the most comfortable I have felt that having had a final like that. In truth, I was just myself, "Sanchez said to the press.
"The others also noticed that, too," added Mark. "They realize when you cast an interception and also when you run an offensive set of the last two minutes and record. This must be hereafter. I know what it feels like being in a situation like that and be ready for whatever comes in the training camp. "
Sanchez still competing with Kellen Clemens, with three seasons of experience in the NFL, for the title. Clemens also completed passes thrown his last, but their offensive series lacked the drama and the happy ending of Sanchez.
Favre was Operated - Demonstrates Interest in Return
| author: Matt SmithWhile he has not personally confirmed, Brett Favre has shown interest in returning to play in the NFL with the Minnesota Vikings to the right shoulder surgery.
Season would be your 19
According to two unnamed sources quoted by the television channel ESPN, Favre underwent an arthroscopic surgery in the last days of May to repair a tear of the biceps tendon, which upset last season when he campaigned with the New York Jets.
According to the report, Favre has thrown passes in a limited way since it was operated and is not nearly up to 100% of their physical capacity. The same sources indicated that Favre would not return to play at least make significant progress in its recovery.
Meanwhile, the Vikings and coach Brad Childress indicated that no one would date to Favre, 39, to decide whether to return to the slatted.
After 18 seasons in the league, Favre records accumulated in the main passages of all time as his 65.127-yard touchdowns and 464 passes.
Lakers vs. Magic - NBA Finals Betting Odds & Predictions
| author: AdminThe coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, Phil Jackson, even though his team succeeded in extending the 101-96 victory by the Orlando Magic in the second game of the NBA Finals betting odds, he acknowledged that his opponent was also won and could have achieved victory.
"There is no doubt that the Magic had every opportunity and possibility of achieving victory," admitted Jackson. "After what happened in the field, all I can say is that within the team have a great sense of relief."
Lakers Lead 2-0.Current Line: Magic - 4.5.
Gambling Advisor blog Free Pick: Magic - 4.5
Meanwhile, the Orlando players who are today at 7 pm Los Lakers, was frustrated after the defeat because with 10 seconds to play, tied at 88 and had a clear choice to achieve victory.
"Catch the ball in the perfect pass that gave me Hedo (Turkoglu) and try to make the play," said Courtney Lee. "There came the ball, but I think in the end we did not lose the game that failed."
For its part Dwight "Superman" Howard added: "We can not talk about one game, but what is clear is that we had our chances to get the victory tour."
McCree Returned to the Jaguars
| author: Matt SmithThe Jacksonville Jaguars signed veteran Marlon McCree, thus returning to the place where he began his career.
Denver was the last team.
The Jaguars released defensive tackle Nader Abdallah to the profound and Kevin Patterson.
McCree would be the first booking of the profound hold Reggie Nelson and Sean Considine in the autumn.
Jacksonville chosen in the seventh round of the 2001 Draft to McCrea. It was owned in 27 games before the head coach Jack Del Rio is no longer released in 2003.
Since then, McCree has played for Houston, Carolina, San Diego and Denver.
Held in 91 games during his career, including 8 with the Broncos last season.
Has recorded 478 tackles and 16 interceptions during his 8 season in the league.
Minnesota Twins vs. Seattle Mariners Betting Odds & Predictions
| author: Matt StevensThe Minnesota Twins and the Seattle Mariners will both be trying to pick up a win on Sunday when they battle at Safeco Field. The Twins will pin their hopes on the pitching of righthander Kevin Slowey in this game. Slowey has a 8-1 record and a 3.97 ERA this season. It'll be ace Erik Bedard toeing the rubber for the Mariners in this contest. Lefthander Bedard is 4-2 with a 2.37 ERA so far this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Mariners listed as 140-moneyline favorites versus the Twins, while the game's total is sitting at 7. Ichiro Suzuki had three hits and drove in one run to help the Mariners get past the Twins 2-1 on Saturday, as a -110 pick'em. The team's played UNDER the posted over/under (8). Ken Griffey Jr. doubled in the other run for the Mariners. Chris Jakubauskas earned the win in relief, and David Aardsma closed out the ninth with his ninth save. Mike Redmond drove in the only run for the Twins, while Sean Henn gave up the winning run and suffered the loss in relief. A few trends to consider:
Minnesota is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games
Minnesota is 3-12 SU in its last 15 games on the road
Seattle is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games at home
Seattle is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games
Arizona Diamondbacks vs. San Diego Padres Betting Stats
| author: AdminIf familiarity breeds contempt, there should be animosity aplenty on Sunday when the Arizona Diamondbacks and the San Diego Padres meet at PETCO Park. The Diamondbacks will pin their hopes on the pitching of righthander Dan Haren in this game. Haren has a 4-4 record and a 2.42 ERA this season. Haren's opponent in this one will be Josh Geer. The Padres righthander has a 4.60 ERA to go along with a 1-1 record this season. Oddsmakers currently have the Diamondbacks listed as 165-moneyline favorites versus the Padres, while the game's total is sitting at 7. The Padres scored six runs in the sixth inning as they defeated the Diamondbacks 6-4 on Saturday, as +110 underdogs. The 10 runs made it OVER the posted over/under (7.5). Brian Giles hit a two-run single for the Padres. Kevin Correia scattered five hits and two runs over six innings to earn the win. Justin Upton went deep for the Diamondbacks, who were -130 favorites. Daniel Scherzer gave up four runs in relief and was saddled with the loss. A few trends to consider:
Arizona is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games on the road
Arizona is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
Arizona is 3-7 SU in its last 10 games when playing San Diego
Arizona is 2-5 SU in its last 7 games when playing on the road against San Diego
San Diego is 11-4 SU in its last 15 games at home
San Diego is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Arizona
San Diego is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games when playing Arizona
San Diego is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games at home