Daily Play Recap
6/14 - 50 Dime - Houston Astros - Win
Big Mike's Tompkin's Rating System
My focus, like any smart strategist, is on long-term success and building consistent profit over time.
As a seasoned analyst and former player, I like to keep things straightforward. That's why I developed the Yardage Rating System. It’s simple, intuitive, and keeps plays in perspective, just like measuring progress on the field.
At the top of my scale is the 100-yard play. This is my strongest recommendation, the kind of insight that doesn’t come along every day, but can make a significant impact when it does.
Now I realize listing a play in terms of "yards" is somewhat confusing, although I think conceptually it so much simpler that any "star" system that others use. So, for sake of clarity, I will bow down to pressure and substitute the word "dimes" for "yards" as so many other handicappers do at this site.
Back to my system....
When I have smaller releases, like 50- or 75-yard plays, they shouldn’t be overlooked. Their value is all about context, how I’m reading the game at that moment in relation to the current state of our bankroll.
Remember, it’s always about perspective. Each play has its place. Understanding that is key to making the most of my analysis.
Who is "Big Mike" Tompkins?
I've been in and around sports my entire life. Played three years of college football at the FCS level as a defensive lineman. At 6-7, 270 you know why they called me "Big Mike." Played basketball, too. After graduation, I was invited to the Buffalo Bills training camp, but an injury ended those dreams. I did, however, spend a few years playing Arena Football before I called it a career.
Bottom Line: I PLAYED the game. I KNOW the game.
With years of experience on the field and behind the scenes, I bring you an unmatched blend of knowledge and expert analysis. Understanding game strategies provides me insight and an edge when handicapping. I offer daily analysis that goes beyond the numbers.
Today's Complimentary Play
On Friday, it was the Tigers plating 11 runs in an 11-5 win in a game that easily landed Over the total.
On Saturday, it was the Reds plating 11 runs in an 11-1 win in a game that also landed Over the posted total.
Cincy has now played Overs in 3 straight, and 5 of their past 7, while Detroit has landed Over in 3 of their last 4 games.
Wade Miley has made only 1 start this season as he comes back from injury, and it was a bit suspect, with 3 runs allowed in his 5 innings of work.
Meanwhile, Sawyer Gipson-Long has been used as both an opener and a long reliever in A.J. Hinch's rotation, and his numbers are not overwhelming.
With the first 2 games sailing well Over the total, we see a 3rd game also land in the Over column.
5♦ CINCINNATI-DETROIT OVER
( On a 1♦ to 5♦ basis)