Jeff Michaels
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SECOND MLB 5% (FIRST WON)! #1 IN 5% SINCE NOVEMBER 2024!
MLB 5% ARE 100% THE LAST FIVE! #1 ON 5% SINCE NOV '24 GOING 58-33-4 (64%) AND +91.1 UNITS!
Not only are Jeff's #1 ranked 5% cashing a 64% clip the last 18 months hi sMLB top-rated 5% are a perfect 100% since last September!
All 5% top plays are 55-33-4 (64%) since Nov 2024 which is +91.1 units and #1 at Wagertalk
Major League Baseball Best Bets are 2-0 (100%), 6-1-2 (86%) and 22-8-6 (73.3%)!
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NBA BEST BETS (4%/5%) 39-22 (64%) RUN!
ALL TOTALS IN ALL SPORTS 43-27 (61.4%)!
5% ARE #1 S'/NOV 2024 GOING 58-33-4 (64%)!
ALL NBA PLAY ARE 59-42 (58.4%) SINCE JAN 1!
EPIC 17 GAME WIN STREAK JAN/FEB 2026!
TUESDAY $5 PLAYS ARE 20-11-1 (65%)!
Last updated Apr 27, 7:52 AM EDT
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SECOND MLB 5% (FIRST WON)! #1 IN 5% SINCE NOVEMBER 2024!
MLB 5% ARE 100% THE LAST FIVE! #1 ON 5% SINCE NOV '24 GOING 58-33-4 (64%) AND +91.1 UNITS!
Not only are Jeff's #1 ranked 5% cashing a 64% clip the last 18 months hi sMLB top-rated 5% are a perfect 100% since last September!
All 5% top plays are 55-33-4 (64%) since Nov 2024 which is +91.1 units and #1 at Wagertalk
Major League Baseball Best Bets are 2-0 (100%), 6-1-2 (86%) and 22-8-6 (73.3%)!
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THE PLAY: Pittsburgh Pirates -130 Action
(901) St. Louis Cardinals at (902) Pittsburgh Pirates: Moneyline
2% Pittsburgh Pirates -130 Action/ downgrade @-150
St. Louis Cardinals Performance Analysis:
Current Form: The Cardinals are currently 14-13 after experiencing a rough patch, losing 4 straight games, including a sweep at home against the Mariners.
Struggles in Series Openers: St. Louis has faced challenges in the first game of a series, going 2-6 in such matchups, with a 1-3 record when playing away.
Dustin May's Performance: While Dustin May's season statistics are poor, it is noted that he has pitched significantly better in his last 3 starts. However, the Cardinals’ bullpen remains a concern, with a 5.25 ERA and 1.486 WHIP, which could lead to issues in late-game situations.
Pittsburgh Pirates Performance Analysis:
Recent Shutout Loss: The Pirates are coming off a shutout loss at Milwaukee, bringing their record down to 16-12 for the season. However, they have exhibited resilience, as they have won 10 straight times off a loss this season, averaging wins of 6.0 to 2.0 during these outings.
Strong Performance as Favorites: Pittsburgh has been effective as a favorite this season, posting an 11-4 record. Their two losses in this category have come against left-handed starters.
Bullpen Excellence: The Pirates’ bullpen has a solid 3.017 ERA and 1.315 WHIP for the season. In their last 9 games, they have been outstanding, posting an impressive 0.86 ERA and 0.905 WHIP. This level of performance gives the Pirates confidence that they can maintain leads and close out games effectively.
System Trends:
Relevant Systems:
System #1: Division home favorites of -120 or higher with a 55%+ win percentage coming off a loss as an away underdog have a strong historical record of 57-25 (70%).
System #2: Home favorites coming off a shutout loss as an away underdog hold a 43-24 (64.2%) record.
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Consultant Bio
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Yet another handicapper from the Cleveland area following Marc Lawrence, Phil Steele, Ralph Michaels, Ed Meyer, and Bryan Leonard. In fact, Jeff's hunger for handicapping began at a young age, being surrounded by parents who made sports betting a daily routine. Jeff then worked for both North Coast Sports and Phil Steele Publications, learning the intricacies of sports betting and becoming a profitable handicapper. Throughout his college years, Jeff's mathematical and analytical prowess helped him develop a betting strategy that turned sports betting into a profitable venture.
Jeff now joins the Sports Memo Marketplace after selling picks on several small sites. Jeff handicaps the traditional sports of NFL, CFB, the NBA, College Basketball, and MLB while showing real prowess in the WNBA. He has dominated the teaser market and has spent a lot of his focus on sides. While also adding in a share of props (especially NFL & MLB), as well as totals.
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