MLB Predictions: September 14 – 16

With just a few weeks remaining in the regular season, the playoff picture is coming more into focus. However, teams can still jockey for position, so every series is important. Here’s what’s on tap for the weekend of September 14-16. Note that all information is for games played through September 11.

Washington Nationals versus Atlanta Braves

In this NL East match up, the first place Braves look to move closer to wrapping up the division. They hold a +24 to +11 advantage over the Nationals on the Power Ranking Indicator and “burning hot” versus “ice cold down” on the Team ...

NFL Predictions: Week 2

Heading into the second week of the NFL season, there are plenty of good contests on the schedule. Let’s take a look!

Carolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons

The Carolina Panthers are coming off a 16-8 win over the Cowboys, while the Falcons failed to convert in the red zone against the Eagles and fell, 18-12. Atlanta and Carolina split last season with Atlanta as the favorites in both contests. Once again, Atlanta is the favorite, this time by 5.5 points. Carolina holds a +12 to +4 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator and “average” versus “dead” status on the “Team ...

UEFA Nations League Betting: What is it? Why should you bet on the tournament?

The UEFA Nations League kicks off this weekend and it is the perfect big-time international soccer tournament for fans to wager on. For any soccer bettors missing the big match feel of the World Cup, the UEFA Nations League should be the remedy.

The tournament’s first round of matches kicks off with World Cup winners France traveling to Germany (the match ended nil-nil on Thursday night) and continues until Tuesday, September 11. Players will return to their club teams after that point.

So, what is the UEFA Nations League and why should you be betting on the tournament?

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MLB Predictions: September 7-9

With the MLB season down to it’s final few weeks, there are still many questions concerning the playoff picture. Here’s some of the top match ups for this weekend. Note all information is for games played through September 3.

Houston Astros versus Boston Red Sox

In what could be a playoff preview, the AL West leading Astros look to take down the best team in the Major Leagues. The Red Sox hold a narrow +28 to +27 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator. Having won just five of their last ten, the Red Sox are “average up” on the Team ...

NFL Picks: Week 1

The NFL regular season is ready to kick off. Here are some of the interesting match ups for the first weekend. Note that Power Ranking Indicator is from the end of last season.

Tennessee Titans versus Miami Dolphins

The Titans should be in the mix for top spot in the AFC South, while the Dolphins look to be a factor in the AFC East. Tennessee is a one-point favorite on the road. The two teams met last season and the Dolphins won as the home favorite. Tennessee is +23 on the Power Ranking Indicator compared to +9 for the Dolphins. ...

NFL week 1: Predictions for NFL kick off 2018

NFL week 1 kicks off on Thursday night with the Super Bowl winning Philadelphia Eagles hosting the Atlanta Falcons. The Eagles have a lot of expectations on their shoulders, but so do the Falcons. Fifteen more NFL week 1 games will follow on Sunday and Monday for a huge weekend of gridiron action.

NFL week 1 predictions Atlanta Falcons vs. Philadelphia Eagles

Super Bowl-winning quarterback Nick Foles will start on Thursday night for the Eagles. The Falcons will have wide receiver Julio Jones back for the game as Matt Ryan’s favorite target is fit to play. Although the Falcons ...

MLB Playoff simulator: What if the season ended today?

The Major League Baseball season is about to enter its final month. Currently, the Boston Red Sox have MLB’s best record at 93-42 (as of August 31). The Red Sox have been nearly unstoppable this season and lead their rivals, the New York Yankees, by 8.5 games. The Red Sox are +333 to win the World Series according to major sportsbooks.

The National League’s best team is the Chicago Cubs. The Chi-Town team has posted a 79-54 record (as of August 31). The St. Louis Cardinals are giving chase in the central while the Milwaukee Brewers have fallen ...

EPL predictions: September 1-2

The English Premier League rolls into week 4. Several teams have laid down a marker for the season, but there are plenty of twists and turns still to come. This weekend will be the last of EPL games until September 15 as the top leagues across Europe take an international break. So, bettors need to get their EPL fill.

EPL predictions: Saturday, September 1

Leicester vs. Liverpool

First place Liverpool travel to seventh place Leicester to start the weekend. Despite hammering West Ham on opening day, 4-0, Liverpool has failed to reach the same goal-scoring heights. Leicester away ...

NBA 2018-19: Are the Golden State Warriors destined to three-peat?

The major moves of the NBA offseason have been made and there has been plenty of shuffling. New names are in new places, but one thing has remained the same and that is the Golden State Warriors are still the best team in the Association. The NBA season is around a month and a half away, but fans and punters alike are getting excited about the new year.

Golden State once again proved it is the best of the best last season, despite being second-best in the regular season. This year will see new challengers to Golden State’s Western ...

MLB Predictions: August 31 – September 2

With just over a month left in the MLB season, numerous teams remain in contention for a playoff berth. Check out some of the top match ups for the weekend of August 31 – September 2. Note that all information is for games played through Monday, August 27.

Milwaukee Brewers versus Washington Nationals

Both teams enter in third place in their respective divisions. Milwaukee holds a +20 to +13 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator, which both teams are 5-5 over their last ten games. Favorite/underdog status should be considered marginally as both teams are among the most unstable in ...

EPL soccer predictions: August 25-27

The English Premier League rolls into week 3 of the season. Manchester City, Liverpool, and Chelsea have already laid down markers for the year. Meanwhile, Manchester United and Arsenal have shown frailties. Can Manchester United rebound from last weekend’s loss? It will have to do it against red-hot Tottenham Hotspur.

EPL Soccer predictions: Saturday, August 25

Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Manchester City ...

MLB Predictions: August 24-26

As we approach the final month of the MLB season, the pennant races are heating up. Here’s some of what’s in store for the weekend of August 24-26. Note that all information is for games played through August 21.

Philadelphia Phillies versus Toronto Blue Jays

Despite very mediocre play lately, the Phillies remain within striking distance in the NL East. They are +24 on the Power Ranking Indicator, although showing a downward trend on the Team Strength Oscillator. The Blue Jays are 12 games under .500, but are 5-5 over their last ten. They are +5 on the Power Ranking ...

NFL Preview 2018 Season

The NFL regular season is just a little over two weeks away. What can we expect this season? Do the Eagles have a chance to repeat as Super Bowl champions? Will the Patriots regain their spot at the top? What other teams have the best chance to make it to the big game? Here’s my picks for the top six teams in each conference.

NFC

1. Philadelphia Eagles

Carson Wentz has been ahead of schedule in his recovery from knee surgery and will be close for whether or not he is ready for week one against the Falcons.

If he’s ...

MLB betting: Can the Oakland A’s crash the American League West

Heading into Monday night’s Major League Baseball play, the Oakland A’s are just one game behind West Division leaders the Houston Astros. Despite losing on Sunday night, the A’s had defeated their west rival Astros in two straight games. The A’s recent performance has some wondering if they can overtake Houston in the race for the division title.

The Astros are major favorites to win the AL West. According to leading sportsbooks, the Astros are -250 to win the division. Oakland currently sits at odds of +190 to take the division title. At the beginning of August, the ...

EPL soccer predictions: August 18-20

The English Premier League will kick off its second week of the 2018-19 season on Saturday, August 18. Ten matches will take place over three days with Chelsea versus Arsenal being the biggest of the clashes. ZCode System’s predictions will give EPL soccer bettors the upper hand for this weekend.

EPL Soccer: Saturday, August 18

Cardiff City vs. Newcastle United

Cardiff City and Newcastle United kick off the weekend’s action. Both sides lost in week 1 and neither showed much in defeat. Cardiff will be playing at home, but they don’t have much in the way of top-quality Premier League players. ...

MLB Predictions: August 17 – 19

Four of the six MLB divisions have teams within two games of first place. As the final quarter of the season approaches, every series become increasingly important. Here’s some of the match ups for the weekend of August 17 – 19. Note that all information is for games played through August 14.

Chicago Cubs versus Pittsburgh Pirates

The Cubs hold a two-game lead in the NL Central, while the Pirates look to close the gap in the division. Chicago holds a +24 to +15 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator. Pittsburgh is 4-6 over the last ten games and are ...