The Running Rebel's attention-seeking blogger is going to miss Monday's game against Fallbrook. So as not to be left out completely, which I could not bear, I offer the following for your consideration and gambling compulsion*:
MONEY LINE
Anthony to reach base safely, 1st at bat -650
For the uninitiated, the MONEY LINE functions on a +/- system based upon the likelihood of certain events. + or -100 is the norm for a standard coin toss. The -650, above, states that there is a significant chance Anthony gets a hit, and you are better off not betting against him.
Anthony to not advance past 1st base, any at bat +4000
This means if you bet one dollar, and Anthony does not reach 2nd base, in the entire game, you win $40. Any one who wants to make this sucker bet, give me a call. Base coaches are also eligible, and I am not concerned with the potential conflict of interest. Anthony runs more stop signs than I did in High School.
Jack W. to reach safely, every at bat +110
Jack's dad let slip that Jack's all-star hitting streak came to an end Sunday, within hearing of Jack's brother. It is likely something Jack will be looking to rectify, with a brother-silencing vengeance, this evening.
Kaige to hit a ball to the outfield fence, any at bat -390
Kaige to hit a ball to his dad over the fence +500
A tough task, and I'm gonna be sorry to miss it if it happens today.
Pedmore Jr. and Predmore Sr. to have a mild difference of opinion on first base -200
Pay attention to this if Brent gets on when Darin is coaching 1st; the "I know dad" look is priceless.
Shane to throw someone out from Center field -110
In each of the past four games some unwitting base runner has underestimated Shane's arm, or awareness, or both, to their detriment.
Brett Williams to tag out a runner at the plate -140
Fallbrook has a solid catcher, who looks like one of the Beach Boys. Our catcher is better, and could have a busy day disappointing the overly ambitious Fallbrook 3rd-base coach.
Ferrone to catch a fly ball with his palm facing up +360
According to this betting line, this is the game when Braedo finally gets tired of Coach Tony telling him to turn his glove over.
Jack O. to hit for the cycle +500
This feat is as hard as hitting a ball over the fence, at this age, and thus draws the same +500. But, Jack excelled against Fallbrook in the pre-tournament, and the difficulty here may lie in holding him to a single.
OVER/UNDER
Luke involved in defensive double plays: o/u 3.5
This may seem like a lot, but Fallbrook does get kids on base. They aren't likely to remain there for very long, however, as the Wiener to Caruso double-play combination has become something lethal.
Jack W. unassisted double plays (defensive): o/u 2
Again, a seemingly unfair number, but have you seen this kid play?
Predmore line drives caught: o/u 2
Fallbrook hits up the middle a lot. Brent should see a bit of action at pitcher.
Number of times Farley (Austin) fouls off a ball we can't find: o/u 1.5
Number of times Farley (Senior) says, "Come on four, four," before the person sitting next to him realizes that 44 is Austin's jersey number: o/u 5.5
Ian involved in a close play at 1st (offensive): o/u 3.5
Ian was incorrectly called out recently, during one of these plays, as the umpire was as surprised as anyone by Ian's wheels.
Tucker diving catches: o/u 4
From behind the plate we have a perfect view of opposing team's big hitters, as they watch their hard hit balls sail out to deep left field only to be snatched out of nowhere. They experience a disappointment similar to when they fail to keep Anthony from advancing around the bases.
Alex Pacino orders of nachos consumed: o/u 0.5
Gracey O. foul balls retrieved: o/u 2.5
Shocked Fallbrook spectators when Gracey fires the ball back onto the field: o/u 14.5
*Do not gamble on Little League baseball. Seriously.
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