MLB Opening Day 2023 is on Thursday and with 4,860 games, potentially, on the schedule, there are plenty of opportunities for baseball bettors. I also want to educate and motivate you to make better decisions when it comes to betting on MLB action. With the start of the season just days away, here are revisited my Over/Under Win Totals rankings for all 30 teams.
Friday, February 17, 2023
Wins Stock: 2023 MLB Over/Under Totals (Ranking) For All 30 Teams
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Swinging by the Palm Beaches: Everything you need to know about The Honda Classic at PGA National
The Honda Classic, taking place February 23-26 at PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, features some of the world's top golfers swinging away at one of the most grueling golf courses on tour - amid the scenic and inviting backdrop of the Palm Beaches.
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Bet It: Heat vs. Nets (Over 211.5)
Despite coach Eric Spoelstra continuing to bet that plenty of Heat fans will eventually fall in love with his team, if not buy up courtside seats in Miami, no matter what the cost, betting anything right now on the Heat, 2-1 straight up in their last three games, is risky biz including tonight on the road vs. the Nets.
The Nets (-1), who turned their roster upside down after trading Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant, are 1-2 straight up since the trade deadline, but the losses came against worthy opponents in the Sixers and Knicks.
So, let's give Spencer Dinwiddie, Mikal Bridges and Nic Claxton a bit more time to cut it up with a healthy Seth Curry. FYI: The Nets could develop into one of the best defensive teams in the league.
While lingering in the Eastern Conference, Miami (+1), which on a lot of nights resembles a G-League squad unworthy of any kinda of seats requiring your cash, will be without Tyler Herro (knee), Victor Oladipo (ankles), and Kyle Lowry (knee) tonight vs. the Nets.
Coming off a home loss to Denver, a couple nights after surviving in OT at Orlando and needing a last-second, game-winning dunk at home vs. Houston last Friday night, the Heat will be playing for the fourth night in six days.
Miami, which did nothing before the NBA trade deadline to improve an uninspiring offense, especially when Herro isn't on the floor, continues to bet on Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo on most nights to fill much of the stat sheet. So, it's hard to bet on the Heat in this spot.
The Nets, for all their instability on offense right now, did manage to score 106 points against the Knicks on Monday night.
My Pick: We're betting against the market here and going over the game total of 211.5
Bet on plenty of points in Brooklyn: Bet on the Heat vs. Nets to go over 211.5 points tonight.
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Fishing For Nostalgia; Over 72.5 Wins: 3 Reasons To Like 2023 Marlins To Go Over Their Projected Win Total
The last two seasons have been lonely fishing trips for the Miami Marlins, who have stayed under-70 wins, including in 2022 when the 'Fish reeled in just 68 wins despite the services of National League Cy Young Award winner, Sandy Alcántara.
But with Alcántara leading a solid pitching rotation, a new manager (Skip Schumaker) in place and a few key off-season tweaks to the their lineup, including moving Jazz Chisholm Jr. to center field, getting over 72.5 wins feels like a smart bet on the 2023 Miami Marlins.
After you call your best friend in Las Vegas, Nevada, because sports betting is still off limits in Florida and I only promote winning propositions around here.
(Note: Take a look around this blog.)
Here are 3 reasons why the 2023 Miami Marlins to go over their projected win total of 72.5 could be a big splash, if not a winning bet for all MLB bettors in 2023!
(Hint: I'm big into betting intuition and acumen. I'm also a sucker for nostalgia.)
1.) Nostalgia: Nobody knows, not you, me or your favorite parking attendant at loanDepot Park, if Jazz Chisholm Jr., an infielder by trade, is going to handle center field on a regular basis this season. He might be good enough to play 2023 MLB The Show in-between pitches or so bad .. Junior Felix will be out there by mid-April.
I'm also not sure if the Marlins are a good bet to score 5 runs in a single game - against your son's tee-ball team right now.
But I am a big believer in timing and circumstance when it comes to sports.
And the Marlins, celebrating a 30th year anniversary this season and desperate to keep a starved fan base hooked for the entire 2023 season, would love to be called upon to start building a National League MVP campaign in about five months, all around Chisholm Jr., a good player, not a spectacular one.
I also dig the pinstripe teal uniforms the Marlins will be dusting off this season.
So, that's good enough reasons for me.
2.) Timing: Despite at times looking like they rather all be fishing with Derek Jeter in Islamorada or eating free food inside 'Sandy's Beach', the Marlins managed to win 68 games (68!) last season, and that was all before Alcántara bagged the 2022 National League Cy Young Award.
The Marlins, for those just checking in after watching Rihanna smell the sweat off her crotch like eight times, do must of their fishing in the NL East, which is a bit of bad news. However, the good news is that the Marlins, thanks to the revamped MLB schedule, will not have to play their divisional opponents 19 times apiece this season.
The Marlins, if you haven't noticed, also fare well against the Mets and Phillies. So, just add those six combined wins against the Pirates and A's ... and cash our Marlins over 72.5 win total bet already!
3.) Talent: Hopefully, Pablo López, who is about to go from a top-tier National League pitcher to a back-of-the-rotation pitcher in the American League, is betting on his beard to keep him real warm in Minnesota.
The Marlins, meanwhile, will plug Luis Arraez, who they received from the Twins in a trade for Lopez, to the top of their lineup, and watch the 2022 AL batting champ actually make things happen; like hit singles, score runs and stuff.
Jean Segura, a free agent pick up, is also a solid bet to put his bat on the baseball, score some runs, make plenty of routine plays on defense and teach you how to dance merengue.
After, he helps an improved Marlins offense score plenty of more runs and watch his teammates run like crazy around the bases this season.
Not enough to convince you the 2023 Miami Marlins are going to win 73 games (at least) this season?
With a rotation potentially featuring Alcántara, Johnny Cueto, Jesús Luzardo, Edward Cabrera, Trevor Rogers and Sixto Sanchez, the Marlins could also easily make a case they have the best starting pitching in the entire NL East. In fact: Buck Showalter might be crying somewhere in Port St. Lucie, right this very second.
Bet on this: RHP Sandy Alcántara, the 2022 National League Cy Young Award winner, makes the Miami Marlins a good bet to go over 72.5 total wins for the 2023 MLB season.Boat Drip: 4 Things To Do At The 2023 Miami International Boat Show
Boat lovers rejoice!
The 2023 Miami International Boat Show takes place from February 15-19 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, in addition to other exciting boat show locations such as the Venetian Marina, Museum Park Marina, and Yacht Haven Grande Miami.
Widely regarded as the world's largest boat and yacht show, The 2023 Miami International Boat Show will unite boat lovers from all over the world.
Here are 4 things to do at The 2023 Miami International Boat Show:
1.) Buy a ⛵🚢: All about the boater's life? Ready to become a new boat owner? Whether you're looking for an expansive power boat at the Miami Beach Convention Center or a luxurious motor yacht at Herald Plaza, The 2023 Miami International Boat Show, featuring thousands of brands and models, will the perfect place to buy a boat of your own.
2.) Get A (Boat) 🔧 Fix: Are you a boat owner looking for the right answers to your boat questions? Ask about your new boat engine at The 2023 Miami International Boat Show How-To-Center, where you will be able to ask boating and tech experts whatever boat maintenance questions you may have and get first-hand tips and advice.
Boats This Way: The 2023 Miami International Boat Show will be held from Feb. 15-19. Check the event's website for more information.3.) Enjoy Off The Hook 🐟🎣 Seminar Tips: Are you looking to take your fishing game to the next level? The 2023 Miami International Boat Show will feature interactive activities and demos for kids and adults as some of your favorite fishing captains will be ready to show you some of their off the hook fishing techniques. Free rods and reels will also be available for all participants.
4.) Go For A water 💦 Dive: Are you looking to go for a real splash and step out of your comfort zone (at the 2023 Miami International Boat Show)? Step into the AquaZone, where 2023 Miami International Boat Show guests will receive personal experiences with watersports and related products.
(General admission one-day tickets are $42 for adults and $16 for children. General admission two-day tickets are $72 for adults. All active military, first responders, and veterans receive complementary general admission on Sunday, February 19th. For more info. visit www.miamiboatshow.com)
Sunday, February 12, 2023
Props to Chiefs vs. Eagles: Super Bowl LVII Betting Preview Part 2
Don't have a betting opinion on who is going to win Super Bowl LVII: Chiefs or Eagles? No worries, my betting friends!
With the biggest sports betting event of the year almost here, it's the perfect time to make a case for a few of the many betting props set for Super Bowl LVII.
My Prediction: Gardner Minshew will play in Super Bowl LVII. (I'm no expert on how to grow a mustache, but I promise you Super Bowl LVII will get a little hairy before the sound of the final whistle. 🏦
Here comes .. the Gatorade
Imagine, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid tripping all over himself in search of his eyeglasses as Patrick Mahomes tries to douse him with another bucket of brown Gatorade? 😁 Fat chance? Think again, my betting friends! Yes. You can bet on what color of Gatorade will be poured over the winning head coach's head at the end of Super Bowl LVII.
You can also bet it right now if you want.
Note: I drink Gatorade.
Pour it on me: Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid gets a Gatorade shower. The Gatorade prop bet, one of the most out-of-box bets available to bettors to make for Super Bowl LVII, is (+175) on the yellow/green. Photo Courtesy: The Kansas City StarLargest lead Under 14.5 points (at any point during Super Bowl LVII)
The reality is Chiefs vs. Eagles in Super Bowl LVII has generated less juice in two weeks than one of Tom Brady's walks on the beach did in dos minutos.
So, what better way to get all the TV gasbags on your favorite sports network screaming at once on Monday morning, than with a back-and-forth game that comes down to the final seconds?
Even Stephen A. Smith would forget that Valentine's Day is on Tuesday, if Gardner Minshew leads the Eagles on a 76-yard game-winning drive and rally Philly from a 14-point deficit in Super Bowl LVII.
All you have to do (right now) is bet $140/$135 to win $100. You can also bet more or less money, but make sure you always, always bet very responsibly.
Patrick Mahomes Over 16.5 rushing yards
Either, Patrick Mahomes is trolling the entire NFL community or his medicine cabinet is fatter than yours or mine. 💊 💉
Sorry, but I've been around too long to believe Mahomes, now on almost two weeks of recovery time after suffering a high right ankle sprain, isn't speed walking to his favorite steakhouse in Glendale, Arizona right about now. 🍖 👟
And I wouldn't be able to stop laughing if Mahomes, who rushed for over 20 yards in 10 games this season, scores on a 25-yard touchdown run against an Eagles defense that while very good at times leaves the middle of the field wide-open.
Start running to the cash window now!!
(Please check your favorite sports book for updated odds.)
Friday, February 10, 2023
Wing It Or Ball Out In The 305 For The Big Game: 3 Sports Bars In Miami To Watch Super Bowl LVII
Miami is always in the mood for a big party and Super Bowl LVII is definitely reason for those living the 305-life to go deep around the bar as Patrick Mahomes runs for the end zone on Sunday night.
But whether you'll be looking to ball out with cocktails by Biscayne Bay before kick off or ready to team up with some of your rowdiest football friends, Miami is hot for sports bars where you can strip wings to the bone and watch the game.
(Check out these 3 sports bars in Miami.)
Old Tom's Sports Bar: (5001 NW 36th St., 33166) There's only one question you will be asking while singing karaoke, yelling out answers to vintage sports trivia and watching the chicken wings disappear from your plate at this iconic watering hole: Who cares who wins the game ?
Old Tom's Sports Bar, a bit dark, but always cozy and never about throwing shade, no matter what team you're rooting for, unless you still brag about Joe Namath 😉, spills past halftime with a phat menu, which also includes a juicy and meaty selection of burgers - all tasty and perfect to wash up with a cold beer.
Just kicking it: Old Tom's Sports Bar (5001 NW 36th St., Miami, FL, 33166) is the perfect sports bar for casual fans to watch the game.Always well-run kept by a friendly, yet on the run staff ready to tackle your next order, this no-frills sports bar is close enough to Miami International Airport, you might wish Super Bowl LVII never ends. After canceling your Valentine's Day dinner date in Alberta, Canada. 😂
Black Market Miami: (401 Biscayne Blvd., 33131) This is the perfect sports bar (in Miami) for you, if don't give three shots of Hennessy that Rihanna might forget the words to your girlfriend's favorite song because all you want is to be surrounded by massive TV screens and tell everybody how much money you spent on your new Jalen Hurts jersey. 💰
Black Market Miami, a beefed up sports bar featuring an open bar overlooking the marina at Bayside Marketplace, also has the kind of menu that will have you doubling on your order of mango sliders and jello shots before you start texting your boss about taking Monday off. 😲
Sports Grill: (1559 Sunset Dr., 33143)
Still think the Dolphins are better than the Chiefs? You're probably all about Miami, so you will fit right in at this 305 institution, always featuring a family-friendly vibe as people of all ages enjoy some of the best wings in town, while creating 🏈 memories at their booths.
Sports Grill, a prime spot for locals ready to dissect your favorite team, whether you think Tua is still Super Bowl material or not, doubles as casual digs to watch the game - without all the noise. 📢 📢
Now open in Doral, Sports Grill, with multiple locations in the 305, is also known for offering dozens of items on their menu. So, no one will go home sick to their stomach or wishing for more field goals. Even if Chad Henne makes an appearance in Super Bowl LVII. 🐬
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