That’s enough talking about the sport, let’s talk about betting on it. Here’s a quick look at the series prices with my thoughts and my selections. If you want more depth, you can check out what I wrote here.

Colorado (+114) vs. Philadelphia (-124) – Both teams come in with tremendous momentum. To put it simply, I am taking the Rockies. I think the series is basically a coin toss, so I will take the better price. My big concern with the Phillies is their rotation. I’m not super confident that Hamels will stand up well in his first playoff appearance, and the rotation drops off sharply past him. The Rockies are hitting so well that I think they have the edge. Pick: Rockies.

Arizona (+117) vs. Chicago (-127) – I really like what the D-Backs have done this year, and I can’t say I saw it coming, but I think the train stops here. The Cubs are hitting too well, and I don’t think that Arizona can keep up with the offensive output. Brandon Webb will have tremendous pressure on his shoulders. He doesn’t give up long balls, and he will have to win twice for his team to have a chance. Pick: Cubs.

Anaheim (+153) vs. Boston (-163) – The Angels limped into the playoffs, but so did Boston. Pitching on both sides is strong. In the end, though, I like the Red Sx. The Angels have struggled in Fenway badly this year, and that park is such an advantage for Boston. I think that this is destined to be the least interesting of the first round matchups. Pick: Red Sox (though I am hesitant to bet at this low of a price)

Cleveland (+169) vs. New York (-184) – This price is absolutely ridiculous. Without even handicapping the matchup I am taking the Indians. I know that the Yanks swept the six game series, but Sabathia didn’t pitch any of those games, and the Indians have too much pitching in a five game series to be this low. The series is a total coin flip (especially with Cleveland having the home field advantage). I will happily flip a coin with a 1.69/1 payoff if I am right any time. Pick: Cleveland.

UPDATE: This worked out pretty well for me. I was dead wrong on the Chicago series, but I hit the other three. A flat $100 bet on each series would have netted a total profit of $344, and a ROI of 86 percent. There is nothing wrong with that.

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