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Chicago Cubs’ Kris Bryant runs the bases after hitting a game-winning, two-run home run against the Colorado Rockies during the ninth inning Monday, July 27, 2015, in Chicago. The Cubs won 9-8.
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We've reset the Play of the Day with fresh bankrolls and turned it into a yearly competition. Our three sports writers have restarted with $10,000 bankrolls to continue using on odds from the South Point.
Chicago Cubs plus-104 at San Francisco Giants: $225 to win $234
Why, oh why did I schedule myself for a Play of the Day when there’s no preseason football? I feel comfortable wagering on any football at this point, but betting on baseball has been the bat that’s swung through my bankroll all summer.
So, I guess in a desperate attempt to get any win on the diamond, I’m going to practically not even attempt to handicap today. No, this wager is a straight value play — no matter how miniscule the aforementioned value may be.
The Cubs have a lower price — ranging from minus-102 to minus-110 — at every other sports book in town except for the South Point. Give me the plus-price where it’s still available.
This is the hottest team in baseball, right? Chicago has won six straight games, including an 8-5 victory in the series opener against San Francisco last night.
I’ve often heard not to bet against streaks in baseball. I’m skeptical of everything I know about betting baseball after the experience over the last few months.
Restore my faith ever so slightly, Cubs.
Current Standings: (as of July 1): Brewer (10-8, $10,440), Bern (6-6, $10,250), Keefer (7-13, $6,486)
Lifetime Records: 2014-15 champion Bern (89-80-1), Keefer (91-96-2), Brewer (80-96-2)
Case Keefer can be reached at 702-948-2790 or [email protected]. Follow Case on Twitter at twitter.com/casekeefer.
