07/04/2008 - Denver, CO (Baseball Betting) - Ryan Spilborghs' two-run single in the bottom of the 11th inning lifted the Colorado Rockies to a 6-5 win over the Florida Marlins in the opener of a four-game set at Coors Field.
The Rockies threatened in the bottom of the 10th. Justin Miller issued a lead- off walk to Spilborghs, who stole second when Clint Barmes struck out swinging. After Matt Holliday was intentionally walked, Joe Nelson entered from the bullpen and got Garrett Atkins to pop out in foul territory. Third baseman Wes Helms then made a game-saving stop on a grounder hit by Jeff Baker and flipped to second to get the force out.
Matt Herges clipped Jorge Cantu with a pitch to begin the top of the 11th. After Josh Willingham grounded into a fielder's choice and Helms lined out, Cody Ross produced the go-ahead run by slicing a double to the wall in left- center.
Kevin Gregg came on to protect the lead in the bottom half and issued a free pass to Yorvit Torrealba. Scott Podsednik then bunted and Gregg's throwing error put runners on second and third. After Troy Tulowitzki drew a walk to load the bases, pinch-hitter Omar Quintanilla hit a slow roller to second baseman Alfredo Amezaga, who came home with the throw. Spilborghs then lined a single to left-center field to win the game.
"Yeah, it was fun to win a game in dramatic fashion in front of a sold-out crowd, but it's still a win and it whether in front of a sold-out crowd, or two people, it would have felt great," said Spilborghs.
Baker belted a two-run homer and finished with four RBI for Colorado, which has won three straight on the heels of an eight-game skid. Barmes finished 2-for-4 with a double and two runs scored, while Atkins had two hits and scored once.
"I was just trying to have good at-bats, and get guys in," said Baker. "Fortunately, I had guys on, I put the ball in play, and tried to get some stuff done."
Mark Redman allowed two runs on six hits over six innings in his first start for Colorado since May 6. The veteran lefty was recalled from Triple-A Colorado Springs on Wednesday after starter Jeff Francis was placed on the 15- day disabled list with shoulder inflammation.
Taylor Buchholz gave up two runs in his one inning of relief. Herges (3-3) picked up the win despite surrendering the go-ahead run in the top of the 11th.
Cantu clubbed a two-run homer for the Marlins, who have dropped two of their last three games. Ross finished with three hits, while Hanley Ramirez went 2- for-5 to extend his hitting streak to 10 games.
Andrew Miller gave up three runs on five hits with five strikeouts and three walks in 6 2/3 innings for Florida, which opened a season-long 11-game road trip. Logan Kensing allowed a run, while Gregg (6-3) blew his fifth save of the season.
"Second and third, nobody out," said Gregg about his error. "That's not an easy situation to get out of. (The error) Cost us the game right there."
Three consecutive singles by Ross, Robert Andino and Paul Hoover with one away in the top of the second put the Marlins on the board. Andrew Miller then laid down a sacrifice bunt to plate Andino.
Colorado quickly evened the score in the home half on Baker's two-run homer.
Barmes drew a walk to lead off the sixth, advanced to third on a base hit by Atkins and scored on Baker's groundout.
Trailing 3-2 in the top of the eighth, Jeremy Hermida stroked a single off Buchholz to prolong the frame before Cantu hammered a 2-1 curveball deep to the seats in left field to give Florida the lead.
The advantage was short-lived as Colorado knotted the score in the bottom half on Baker's sacrifice fly.
Game Notes
Redman, who won a career-best 14 games with the Marlins in their championship season of 2003, is 0-1 lifetime in five starts against his former club...Before the game, Florida recalled pitcher Taylor Tankersley from Triple-A Albuquerque...The Rockies left nine men on base, while Florida stranded six...Florida's Scott Olsen (4-4) and Colorado's Greg Reynolds (2-6) are scheduled to start on Friday.
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Just like Day 1 of the “Sweet 16”, Friday’s games are chock full of some of the nation’s elite. Unlike Thursday’s games, there is a little bit more of a “Cinderella” feel as #7 seed UNLV and #6 seed Vanderbilt will attempt to move on to the Elite Eight. With powerhouses Florida, UNC and Georgetown looking to continue their momentum against lesser known teams, it isn’t surprising that once again the “betting public” is backing most of the favorites. As the early coin rolls in, 56% of Sportsbook.com bettors prefer Georgetown (-7.5) as they take on Vanderbilt; 84% of the early money is backing Oregon (-3) as they square off against UNLV; and a slight majority (52%) of the early cash is on Florida (-10.5) against Butler as the Gators continue their quest for another National Title. The only favorite the public don’t seem confident in is UNC, as 59% of the cash is backing the underdog Trojans (+8).
Midwest
#1 Florida vs. #5 Butler
The defending National Champs have been on a mission since last April. Joakim Noah and Al Horford turned down millions of dollars for one reason, to REPEAT. After a late season hiccup which saw them lose three out of four, the Gators have won six straight by an average of 20.3 points. More importantly, they covered in five of those six games. Behind their stymie defense that yields only 56.9 PPG, Butler has been a very pleasant surprise this season. As their 20-11 ATS record will indicate, “surprise teams” like Butler are often good bets for gamblers. Playing in an average conference, Butler wasn’t and underdog too often but when they were, they covered (6-0 ATS). Butler’s defense will have its hands full against a Gators offense which averages 80.1 PPG on an amazing 52.9% shooting from the field. With Florida’s tournament experience over the last few years, it isn’t surprising that they are 5-1 ATS this season, 20-4 ATS over the last three seasons and 38-20 since 1997 in tournament action.
#3 Oregon vs. #7 UNLV
As a #7 seed, UNLV is the closest thing to a “Cinderella” we have this year. If you bet on UNLV this season with any regularity, you most likely cashed in. Behind their guard oriented attack, the Rebels are an impressive 20-11 ATS this season. As an underdog they covered in 8 out of their ten games which isn’t surprising since they are 52-30 ATS as a ‘dog since 1997. The Rebels have been a consistent cover during the month of March as well. This March they are 6-0 ATS, 11-3 ATS over the last three seasons and 24-11 since 1997. Their impressive ATS trends don’t end there; versus teams with a winning record they are 15-6 ATS this season and 41-21 over the last three seasons. Although Oregon hasn’t been as generous to gamblers as UNLV this season, they have been covering consistently as of late. There is no question that they are playing their best ball of the season having won their last 8 straight up (SU) by an average of 14.5 points. Not surprising they covered in 7 of those games. It is interesting to note how similar these teams are in regards to scoring and scoring defense. UNLV averages 75 PPG while giving up 66.5 PPG and Oregon scores 75.8 PPG while yielding 65.5 PPG.
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#6 Vanderbilt vs. #2 Georgetown
“Hoya Paranoia” is officially back! After a decent start, Georgetown has rolled through the second half of the season. Over their last 18 games, they are 17-1 SU. They have definitely improved ATS as the season has progressed as well. After opening the season 1-4-1 ATS, the Hoyas have covered 78.3% of their games. With their great interior play of Jeff Green and Roy Hibbert, the Hoyas as a team shoot 50.5% from the field. Like the Georgetown teams from years ago, they also excel on defense. Hoya opponents averaged only 56.8 PPG on 38.2% shooting from the field and an extremely low 30.4% from beyond the arc. The last stat could be of some concern to Vanderbilt considering they shoot 37.7% from long-range. Ranking second to last in the SEC in rebounding margin, Vanderbilt will have its work cut out for them against the Hoya trees. As far as covering is concerned, Vanderbilt has been almost a “sure thing” (7-1 ATS) versus good defensive teams that allow less than 64 PPG.
#1 UNC vs. # 5 USC
The Tar Heels are as talented and as deep as any team in the country. Going ten deep and chock full of HS All-Americans, UNC averages 86.1 PPG and scored 100+ seven times. Led by All-American forward, Tyler Hansbrough (18.6 PPG 7.9 RPG) UNC has a very balanced attack which can kill you on the inside as well as on the perimeter. UNC only real concern is their youth as eight of their rotation players are either sophomores or freshmen. UNC was a reliable cover this season going 20-13 ATS. An intriguing covering trend for the Tar Heels in recent years has been how they fared after non-conference games. This season they are 11-3 ATS after non-conference games and over the last three seasons they are 31-13 ATS. USC is also a pretty deep team which is loaded with swingman types. An match-up to keep an eye on will be freshman forward Taj Gibson (12.1 PPG, 8.6 RPG) as he squares off against the AA Hansbrough. USC has been a covering machine this season achieving a 21-10 record ATS. They have thrived in the underdog role, having covered 10 out of 12. When playing a team with a winning record, the Trojans are an incredible 20-6 ATS. Keep in mind, USC dedicated their season to former star to Ryan Francis who passed away before the season so as they get closer to the ultimate goal, emotion could definitely be on their side.
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