State Farm Home Run Derby - Odds to Win

Jose Bautista 3/1

Prince Fielder 7/2

David Ortiz 7/2

Matt Holliday 4/1

Adrian Gonzalez 7/1

Matt Kemp 7/1

Robinson Cano 15/2

Rickie Weeks 12/1

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- A winning streak will be on the line for the Texas Rangers on Thursday when they battle the Oakland Athletics at Rangers Ballpark.

The Athletics will pin their hopes on the pitching of righthander Rich Harden in this game. Harden has a 1-0 record and a 3.00 ERA this season.

Starting this game for the Rangers will be Derek Holland. The lefthander has a 5.10 ERA to go along with a 6-4 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Rangers listed as 131-moneyline favorites versus the Athletics, while the game's total is sitting at 9½.

Last time out for Oakland, they were a 2-0 winner as they battled the Mariners at home. Moneyline bettors who got the Athletics at -115 were rewarded, while the 2 combined runs moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.

Texas won its last outing, a 13-5 result against the Orioles on July 6. Bettors who backed the Rangers at -172 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (18) sent OVER bettors to the payout window.

Current streak: Texas has won 3 straight games.

Team records: Oakland: 39-49 SU Texas: 47-41 SU

Oakland most recently: When playing on Thursday are 4-6 Before playing Texas are 6-4 After playing Seattle are 5-5 After a win are 5-5

Texas most recently: When playing on Thursday are 5-5 Before playing Oakland are 4-6 After playing Baltimore are 9-1 After a win are 5-5

A few trends to consider: The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Oakland's last 5 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 5 of Oakland's last 5 games when playing Texas The total has gone OVER in 5 of Oakland's last 6 games when playing on the road against Texas The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Oakland's last 5 games The total has gone OVER in 5 of Texas's last 5 games when playing Oakland The total has gone OVER in 7 of Texas's last 8 games at home The total has gone OVER in 5 of Texas's last 6 games The total has gone OVER in 5 of Texas's last 6 games when playing at home against Oakland

Next up: Texas home to Oakland, Friday, July 8

MLB Preview: Oakland Athletics vs. Texas Rangers

The Chicago Cubs will be fighting to snap a losing streak on Thursday when they take on the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park.

The Cubs will pin their hopes on the pitching of righthander Matt Garza in this game. Garza has a 4-7 record and a 3.77 ERA this season.

The Nationals will counter Garza with Livan Hernandez. Righthander Hernandez has a 3.74 ERA to go along with a 5-8 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Cubs listed as 101-moneyline favorites versus the Nationals, while the game's total is sitting at 7½.

Chicago was a 5-4 loser in its last match on the road against the Nationals. They lost as +130 underdogs, while the total score of 9 made winners of OVER bettors.

Current streak: Chicago has lost 3 straight games. Washington has won 3 straight games.

Team records: Chicago: 35-53 SU Washington: 45-43 SU

Chicago most recently: When playing on Thursday are 5-5 Before playing Pittsburgh are 4-6 After playing Washington are 3-7 After a loss are 4-6

Washington most recently: When playing on Thursday are 5-5 Before playing Colorado are 4-6 After playing Chi Cubs are 7-3 After a win are 5-5

A few trends to consider: The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Chi Cubs's last 8 games The total has gone OVER in 6 of Chi Cubs's last 8 games when playing on the road against Washington Chi Cubs are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games when playing on the road against Washington The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chi Cubs's last 6 games when playing Washington Washington is 15-3 SU in its last 18 games at home Washington is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games The total has gone OVER in 6 of Washington's last 8 games when playing at home against Chi Cubs The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Washington's last 9 games at home

Next up: Chi Cubs at Pittsburgh, Friday, July 8 Washington home to Colorado, Friday, July 8

MLB Preview: Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals

CFL Betting Game of the Week Features Rematch of 2010 Grey Cup

In a rematch of last year's Grey Cup, the Saskatchewan Roughriders will host the Montreal Alouettes this Saturday, looking to avenge the narrow lost that cost the western franchise its second title in four years.

One of the major questions in the eyes of fans betting on the CFL this year is whether the Roughriders will be able to put together a 2011 campaign like the one they enjoyed last season. According to Bodog's online sportsbook, such a feat may be easier said than done.

With 8/1 odds of winning the Grey Cup in 2011 (in just an eight-team league), Roughriders fans aren't exactly brimming with confidence - especially when the reigning champions stroll in to town fresh off an opening week victory over the B.C. Lions.

With 9/4 odds of taking the 2011 crown (which would be their third straight), the Alouettes are the favorites in the league, trailed by the Calgary Stampeders in the west. Will a victory over Saskatchewan be enough to get the ball rolling in Anthony Calvillo's quest for a threepeat?

Though hard to come by, a Saskatchewan victory here in Week 2 could breath new life into the franchise and its fan base. They're far from a safe bet in the CFL, but an intriguing one nonetheless.

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Odds to Win CFL Grey Cup 2011

Pre-Season Current Odds

BC Lions 11/2 13/2

Calgary Stampeders 11/4 7/2

Edmonton Eskimos 15/2 7/1

Hamilton Tiger-Cats 7/1 15/2

Montreal Alouettes 7/2 9/4

Saskatchewan Roughriders 6/1 8/1

Toronto Argonauts 10/1 7/1

Winnipeg Blue Bombers 10/1 11/1

WEEK 2 SPECIALS

The Calgary Stampeders total points in their Week 2 matchup against the B.C. Lions?

Over/Under 25.5

Total touchdowns allowed by the Toronto Argonauts in Week 2 matchup against Winnipeg Blue Bombers?

Over/Under 3

Total interceptions thrown by Kevin Glenn in Week 2 against the Edmonton Eskimos?

Over/Under ½

Total turnovers by Darian Durant in Week 2 against the Montreal Alouettes?

Over/Under 1.5

Who will lead the CFL in rushing yards in Week 2?

Cory Boyd (TOR) 9/4

Brandon Whitaker (MTL) 7/2

Fred Reid (WPG) 11/4

Joffrey Reynolds (CAL) 9/2

Avon Cobourne (HAM) 11/2

Wes Cates (SAS) 10/1

Jamal Robertson (BC) 12/1

Calvin McCarty (EDM) 12/1

How many quarterbacks in the CFL will throw for at least 300 yards in Week 2?

Over/ Under 3½

Who will have more receiving yards for the Edmonton Eskimos in receiving in Week 2?

Adarius Bowman -105

Jason Barnes -125

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The fans at Empire Field will be treated to a game between the Calgary Stampeders and the British Columbia Lions when they take their seats on Friday.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Calgary lost in its season opener last time out, falling 23-21 to the Argonauts.

The Stamps had been favored by 7.5 points at home in that contest, while the combined score fell UNDER the posted total (51).

The Lions were beaten 30-26 on the road by the Alouettes in Week 1.

The Alouettes failed to cover the 4.5-point spread at home in that contest, while the combined score went OVER the night's posted total (52.5).

Team records: Calgary: 0-1 SU, 0-1 ATS British Columbia: 0-1 SU, 1-0 ATS

Calgary most recently: When playing in July are 6-4 When playing on turf are 4-6 After outgaining opponent are 7-3 When playing within the conference are 6-4

British Columbia most recently: When playing in July are 2-8 When playing on turf are 5-5 After being outgained are 5-5 When playing within the conference are 3-7

A few trends to consider: The total has gone OVER in 5 of Calgary's last 5 games on the road Calgary is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against British Columbia Calgary is 9-2 SU in its last 11 games when playing British Columbia The total has gone OVER in 12 of Calgary's last 15 games The total has gone OVER in 5 of British Columbia's last 7 games The total has gone OVER in 5 of British Columbia's last 7 games at home British Columbia is 3-8 ATS in its last 11 games at home British Columbia is 3-8 SU in its last 11 games at home

Next up: Calgary at Winnipeg, Thursday, July 14 British Columbia at Edmonton, Saturday, July 16

CFL Preview: Calgary Stampeders vs. British Columbia Lions

The Toronto Argonauts and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers will both be trying to pick up a win on Friday when they battle at Canad Inns Stadium.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Cory Boyd rushed for 100 yards in Week 1 to lead the Argonauts to a 23-21 win over the Stampeders.

The Stamps had been favored by 7.5 points at home in that contest, while the combined score fell UNDER the posted total (51).

Buck Pierce threw for 151 yards in Week 1 as the Blue Bombers upset the Tiger-Cats by a score of 24-16.

The Tiger-Cats had been favored by 8 points at home in that contest, while the combined score fell UNDER the night's posted total (51.5).

Team records: Toronto: 1-0 SU, 1-0 ATS Winnipeg: 1-0 SU, 1-0 ATS

Toronto most recently: When playing in July are 6-4 When playing on turf are 5-5 After being outgained are 5-5 When playing within the conference are 5-5

Winnipeg most recently: When playing in July are 4-6 When playing on turf are 3-7 After being outgained are 2-8 When playing within the conference are 1-9

A few trends to consider: Toronto is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Toronto's last 6 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Toronto's last 12 games when playing Winnipeg The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Toronto's last 11 games The total has gone UNDER in 10 of Winnipeg's last 12 games when playing Toronto The total has gone OVER in 9 of Winnipeg's last 11 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Winnipeg's last 5 games The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Winnipeg's last 9 games when playing at home against Toronto

Next up: Toronto at Montreal, Friday, July 15 Winnipeg home to Calgary, Thursday, July 14

CFL Preview: Toronto Argonauts vs. Winnipeg Blue Bombers

The division rival Kansas City Royals and Chicago White Sox are set to renew hostilities on Wednesday when they meet at U.S. Cellular Field.

Lefthander Bruce Chen will take the mound for the Royals to start this game. Chen is 4-2 this season with a 3.46 ERA.

The White Sox will counter Chen with Edwin Jackson. Righthander Jackson has a 4.24 ERA to go along with a 5-6 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the White Sox listed as 143-moneyline favorites versus the Royals, while the game's total is sitting at 9.

Kansas City won its last outing, a 5-3 result against the White Sox on July 5. Bettors who backed the Royals at +132 on the moneyline won on the day, and the total score (8) sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.

Team records: Kansas City: 35-51 SU Chicago: 43-44 SU

Kansas City most recently: When playing on Wednesday are 4-6 Before playing Detroit are 4-6 After playing Chi White Sox are 3-7 After a win are 3-7

Chicago most recently: When playing on Wednesday are 5-5 Before playing Minnesota are 3-7 After playing Kansas City are 6-4 After a loss are 7-3

A few trends to consider: The total has gone OVER in 4 of Kansas City's last 6 games when playing Chi White Sox Kansas City is 2-6 SU in its last 8 games Kansas City is 2-7 SU in their last 9 games when playing on the road against Chi White Sox Kansas City is 2-8 SU in its last 10 games on the road Chi White Sox are 7-2 SU in their last 9 games when playing at home against Kansas City Chi White Sox are 5-2 SU in their last 7 games The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Chi White Sox's last 10 games The total has gone OVER in 4 of Chi White Sox's last 6 games when playing Kansas City

Next up: Kansas City home to Detroit, Thursday, July 7 Chi White Sox home to Minnesota, Thursday, July 7

MLB Preview: Kansas City Royals vs. Chicago White Sox

The Colorado Rockies and the Atlanta Braves will both be gunning for a victory on Wednesday when they meet at Turner Field.

Aaron Cook will be the starting pitcher for the Rockies on this day. Righthander Cook is 0-3 this season with a 4.65 ERA.

Meanwhile, it'll be Jair Jurrjens who starts for the Braves. Righthander Jurrjens is 11-3 with a 1.89 ERA so far this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Braves listed as 191-moneyline favorites versus the Rockies, while the game's total is sitting at 7½.

In their last action, Colorado was a 5-3 loser on the road against the Braves. Bettors on Atlanta at -146 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (8) sent OVER bettors home happy as well.

Current streak: Colorado has lost 3 straight games. Atlanta has won 2 straight games.

Team records: Colorado: 41-45 SU Atlanta: 51-36 SU

Colorado most recently: When playing on Wednesday are 7-3 Before playing Atlanta are 4-6 After playing Atlanta are 5-5 After a loss are 5-5

Atlanta most recently: When playing on Wednesday are 2-8 Before playing Colorado are 6-4 After playing Colorado are 5-5 After a win are 7-3

A few trends to consider: The total has gone UNDER in 11 of Colorado's last 16 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 4 of Colorado's last 6 games The total has gone OVER in 10 of Colorado's last 15 games when playing on the road against Atlanta Colorado is 3-8 SU in its last 11 games Atlanta is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games at home Atlanta is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games Atlanta is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Colorado The total has gone OVER in 5 of Atlanta's last 7 games

Next up: Atlanta home to Colorado, Thursday, July 7

MLB Preview: Colorado Rockies vs. Atlanta Braves

A winning streak will be on the line for the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday when they battle the Detroit Tigers at Angel Stadium.

The Tigers will trot Justin Verlander out to the mound in this one. Righthander Verlander has a 11-3 record and a 2.32 ERA this season.

Verlander's opponent in this one will be Dan Haren. The Angels righthander has a 2.88 ERA to go along with a 7-5 record this season.

Oddsmakers currently have the Tigers listed as 110-moneyline favorites versus the Angels, while the game's total is sitting at 6.

The Tigers were a 5-1 loser in their most recent outing on the road against the Angels. That made winners of bettors who got Los Angeles at -120 on the moneyline, while the total score (6) was good news for UNDER bettors.

Current streak: Los Angeles has won 3 straight games.

Team records: Detroit: 45-41 SU Los Angeles: 45-41 SU

Detroit most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 7-3 Before playing LA Angels are 5-5 After playing LA Angels are 5-5 After a loss are 6-4

Los Angeles most recently: When playing on Tuesday are 6-4 Before playing Detroit are 6-4 After playing Detroit are 4-6 After a win are 7-3

A few trends to consider: The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Detroit's last 7 games when playing on the road against LA Angels Detroit is 6-3 SU in their last 9 games when playing LA Angels The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Detroit's last 6 games when playing LA Angels Detroit is 8-17 SU in their last 25 games when playing on the road against LA Angels LA Angels are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games LA Angels are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 4 of LA Angels's last 5 games The total has gone UNDER in 4 of LA Angels's last 5 games at home

Next up: LA Angels home to Detroit, Wednesday, July 6

MLB Preview: Detroit Tigers vs. Los Angeles Angels