Mets overcome deficit, blown save; beat Pirates in 10
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Pittsburgh, PA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Ryan Church collected three hits and drove
in two runs, including the deciding one in the 10th inning, as the New York Mets rallied from a five-run deficit to top Pittsburgh, 9-8, in the makeup
contest of a postponed June 3 game from PNC Park.
Fernando Tatis finished 3-for-4 with a two-run homer and scored four times,
and Daniel Murphy also knocked in a pair for the Mets, who have won two in a
row after dropping five straight.
Nick Evans chipped in with a pair of hits and an RBI, while Gary Sheffield and
Jeremy Reed drove in a run apiece.
Despite allowing four hits and two runs over two relief innings, Francisco
Rodriguez (2-2) got the win. Starter Tim Redding was tagged for six hits and
five runs in just 2 1/3 innings.
Garrett Jones went 3-for-5 with a homer, two RBI and three runs scored for the
Pirates, losers in four of their last five. Adam LaRoche launched a two-run
home run, and Robinzon Diaz knocked in a pair.
Matt Capps (1-4) surrendered the go-ahead run in the 10th for the loss. Paul
Maholm didn't make it out of the fifth during his start, touched for 11 hits
and six runs over 4 1/3 frames.
<< Wigan finally snares Thomas
Wigan, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Wigan Athletic has finally signed Honduras
midfielder Hendry Thomas after a 12-month delay.
The 24-year-old international has agreed a three-year contract at the JJB
Stadium and will officially joi
<< Report: Rubio to remain in Spain for two years
Barcelona, Spain (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Minnesota Timberwolves first-round draft
pick and international sensation Ricky Rubio will reportedly play out his
contract with DKV Joventut, choosing to remain with the Euroleague team for
the nex
<< Inter's Cruz to decide future soon
Milan, Italy (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Veteran Inter Milan striker Julio Cruz will
decide at the beginning of next week where he will play his football next
season.
The 34-year-old Argentinian is out of contract at the San Siro and is we
<< Ze Roberto set to join Hamburg
Hamburg, Germany (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Brazilian midfielder Ze Roberto is poised
to complete his move from Bayern Munich to fellow Bundesliga outfit Hamburg.
The versatile 34-year-old rejected the offer of a new one-year from Bayern to
move
<< UEFA President Platini embarrassed by fees
Nyon, Switzerland (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - UEFA President Michel Platini has again
spoken out against the escalation of transfer fees after admitting he is
"embarrassed" by Cristiano Ronaldo's $131 million move to Real Madrid.
World and
Bruins bring back Recchi with one-year deal >>
Boston, MA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Boston Bruins re-signed veteran winger
Mark Recchi to a one-year contract on Thursday. Per club policy, terms of the
deal will not be disclosed.
Recchi posted 10 goals and six assists in 18 games for
Agent: Vidic to stay at United >>
Manchester, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The agent of Manchester United defender
Nemanja Vidic has moved to try and put an end to speculation linking his client
with a summer exit from Old Trafford.
The 27-year-old Serbia international ha
Dortmund: Zidan to stay put >>
Dortmund, Germany (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp
insists that his club have no intention of selling Egypt striker Mohamed Zidan
in the current transfer window.
The 27-year-old struggled to make an impact
Napoli's Donadoni: Lavezzi will return >>
Naples, Italy (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Napoli coach Roberto Donadoni is confident
that Argentina forward Ezequiel Lavezzi will return to the club for the start
of pre-season training.
The 24-year-old has been heavily linked with a move
Arsenal's Wenger hails Wilshere deal >>
London, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Arsenal's teenage midfielder Jack Wilshere
has joined Aaron Ramsey in signing a new long-term contract with the Gunners.
The 17-year-old broke into the first-team picture at the Emirates Stadium last
sea
Elite 8 NCAA Tournament Betting at online sportsbook MySportsbook.com
In what should be an outstanding Saturday of March Madness betting action, the top four teams in the South and West Regions square off in what should be extremely close match-ups. Three of the four teams are coming off extremely close games on Thursday evening, only UCLA won semi comfortably over Pitt 64-55.
Ohio State is coming off their second game in a row where in all reality they should have lost. Of course that doesn’t matter now since the name of the game is “survive and advance” but as the tournament continues, they can’t afford to keep getting down to their opponents early. Kansas also avoided a scare by holding off a scrappy Southern Illinois squad. In the third thrilling game of the evening Memphis pulled off the minor upset (+3.5) despite being the higher seed to Texas A&M.
Although the spreads are fairly small for Saturday’s games, MySportsbook.com continue to bet against the underdogs. Despite OSU’s two scares, 86% of the “betting public” feels the Buckeyes (-1.5) have what it takes to make the Final Four. In fact, so much of the early money is on OSU that the line has already moved from -1 to -1.5. In the second game of the doubleheader, Kansas and their high-powered offense are 2 point favorites as they take on UCLA and their effective defense. About 63% of the early money thus far is once again backing the favorites. If those percentages stay that high, don’t be surprised if this line moves as well. If you like Kansas (-2) you might want to jump on it early.
Memphis vs. Ohio State
Both squads were involved in thrillers on Thursday evening and should come out fired up. OSU can ill afford to get behind early like they did versus their previous two opponents (Xavier, Tennessee). Greg Oden needs to stay out of foul trouble; the Buckeyes are a completely different team when he is on the court. Memphis definitely has the athleticism and length to match-up with OSU. Of Memphis’ five leading minute earners, the shortest of the bunch is 6’5”. Each team has a very effective defense; Memphis surrenders 62.3 PPG whereas the Buckeyes give up only 61 PPG. With those type of numbers, it isn’t surprising that Memphis covered the UNDER almost 69% of the time this season. As a favorite, OSU has covered the UNDER almost 66% of the time over the last three seasons. The major concern for Memphis which is magnifies this time of the year is their brutal foul shooting (62%). This season, OSU is 17-11 ATS versus teams with a winning record and 7-2 ATS in all tournament games. Memphis has been an extremely reliable cover in tournament play in recent years with a 23-8 ATS record over the last three seasons.
UCLA vs. Kansas
In the second game of Saturday’s doubleheader, UCLA will play in a role which they are very unfamiliar with that of the underdog. Only twice this season have they been getting points from the handicappers and both times they covered. Over the last three seasons UCLA is a reliable 23-7 ATS in this unfamiliar role. UCLA has not fared well against Big 12 opponents recently going 1-7 ATS since 1997. Giving up only 59.6 PPG, UCLA will definitely look to do what they do best: keep this game as low scoring as possible. Their defense has been especially tough during the tournament. UCLA opponents have been able to muster up only 48.7 PPG while shooting a combined 34.5% from the field. UCLA definitely has a challenge at hand with a Kansas team that is capable of putting points on the board in bunches. As a team, they average 79 PPG and shoot an impressive 49.6% from the field and 39.4% from beyond the arc. During the tournament Kansas has been “lights out” from the field having shot 56.2%.
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Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl Odds
Will he or won't he? Now that the Dallas Cowboys have a new head coach in Wade Phillips, the big question will be: Does Terrell Owens stay with the team.
Jerry Jones continues to suggest that Terrell Owens will remain with the team.
"I've said that he's back, he's here, he's under contract," Jones said. "In the interviews I've just been through (to hire a new coach), it was very clear to me how highly he's thought of and how much of an impact he had on our offensive success."
Just to be sure though, Terrell Owens cleared out his locker and removed his name plate.
Terrell Owens was among the Cowboys most productive players this past season, catching 85 passes for 1,180 yards and a league-best 13 touchdowns.
But T.O. is due a $3 million roster bonus in June, then a $5 million salary this season. Cutting him before then would save a lot of money and headaches.
Aside from the questions surrounding Terrell Owens, the oddsmakers at MySportsbook.com have concerns over starting quarterback Tony Romo's state of mind and whether he will remain a starting quarterback. It is also not known how players will adjust to new head coach, Wade Phillips.
Here are the football odds as seen at MySportsbook.com and subject to change after February 10, 2007 if not locked in prior to that date.
Arizona Cardinals 60-1
Atlanta Falcons 50-1
Baltimore Ravens 15-1
Buffalo Bills 50-1
Carolina Panthers 18-1
Chicago Bears 10-1
Cincinnati Bengals 15-1
Cleveland Browns 100-1
Dallas Cowboys 15-1
Denver Broncos 15-1
Detroit Lions 100-1
Green Bay Packers 50-1
Houston Texans 100-1
Indianapolis Colts 6-1
Jacksonville Jaguars 30-1
Kansas City Chiefs 30-1
Miami Dolphins 40-1
Minnesota Vikings 75-1
New England Patriots 10-1
New Orleans Saints 18-1
New York Giants 20-1
New York Jets 30-1
Oakland Raiders 100-1
Philadelphia Eagles 18-1
Pittsburgh Steelers 10-1
Saint Louis Rams 60-1
San Diego Chargers 6-1
San Francisco 49ers 75-1
Seattle Seahawks 20-1
Tampa Bay Buccanneers 75-1
Tennessee Titans 40-1
Washington Redskins 50-1
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