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Ricky's 1* play on SEA.

Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant.

- Seattle are 6-1 SU in its last 7 games at home.

- San Francisco are 2-7 SU in its last 9 games on the road.

- Landen Roupp is 1-4 in his last 5 starts for San Francisco.

Verdict: The value is on the home favorite.

Considering the low quality of San Diego and Kansas City's offenses, I find a double-digit total too high in this matchup.

Starting pitchers Michael King of the Padres and Seth Lugo of the Royals are middle of the rotation type starters. They should do well against such weak attacks.

The Padres rank last in the majors in runs, batting average and on-base percentage. Lugo has a 2-0 record and 2.63 ERA in 13 career appearances against the Padres.

Kansas City is 21st in runs and 25th in homers. They are missing two of their key bats with Jonathan India and Maikel Garcia injured.

King has a solid 3.41 ERA and 1.15 WHIP. His ERA goes down to 2.70 during his last four starts.

Both bullpens are fully rested following the All-Star break. San Diego has an elite closer in Mason Miller.

The weather forecast is calling for the wind to be blowing out at 9-10 mph, but toward center field.

1* FREE INFO PLAY Viktor Hovland -125

1* Free Sharp Play on Giants vs Mariners under 7 +100

Friday the 100% MLB BACK FROM THE BREAK PLAY OF THE YEAR Headlines along with 100% PLAYS in the WNBA and CFL. Comp play below

The MLB comp play for Friday is on the Chicago Cubs at 8:05 eastern. The Cubs are in a nice 12-2 extended rest system that plays on July home favorites of -130+ with a win percentage of .550 or higher if their starting pitcher has an ERA from 3.50 to 4.75 and the total is more than 7. Ober goes for the Twins and he has lost his last 3 as a road dog vs a winning team. Look for the Cubs to get the opener tonight. GL Rob V-

Free Play from Doc’s Sports. Take #959 Tampa Bay over Boston (1:35p.m., Friday, July 17 MLB.tv) THIS IS GAME ONE OF A DOUBLE HEADER. Boston has been on fire, but the four days off will likely cool them down against the best team in the AL East. Tampa Bay is scheduled to throw a strong pitcher this game one and we will back Griffin Jax. He has allowed 3 runs or less in 7 straight starts. He is just what the doctor ordered to end Boston’s 9 game winning streak. Do not miss out on Doc’s Sports Weekend Card featuring top plays in MLB, WNBA, CFL, and KBO Baseball. Sign-up now and let 55 years of handicapping experience work for you.

PSP Data Driven 1* Diamondbacks +1.5

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Our models suggest that the value is on the Underdog. The Diamondbacks are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games. The Cardinals are 2-7 ATS in their last 9 games.