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Sport	Game Selection	Game Time
GLF	Wry or Die Free Play	7:00am EDT - Mar 12/2026

The PLAY: Rickie Fowler To Win +6100

Rickie Fowler enters THE PLAYERS Championship at 61/1 odds, offering strong value as one of the more intriguing longshots in the field.

He's showing his best form in years, ranked 67th in the Official World Golf Ranking and steadily climbing. Fowler has been a model of consistency to open 2026, making the cut and posting solid results in every start: T18 at The American Express, T18 at the WM Phoenix Open, T19 at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, T28 at The Genesis Invitational, and a strong showing at the Arnold Palmer Invitational (finishing T9 at -8 amid tough conditions and an unfinished third round).

This momentum gives him clear motivation—he's pushing for a top-50 OWGR spot (or strong FedExCup positioning) to secure a Masters invitation in April.

Fowler has a proven affinity for TPC Sawgrass's Stadium Course. He won here in 2015 in one of the most dramatic finishes in tournament history: trailing by five shots with six holes to play, he birdied five of the final six (including the island-green 17th) to force a playoff, then won it on the first extra hole with another birdie on 17. His aggressive, precise style suits the course's demanding layout, where bold play on risk-reward holes like 16 and 17 can pay off big.

He's a true Stadium Course specialist—his floor is noticeably higher here than at most venues, thanks to comfort in the venue's unique challenges.

Statistically, Fowler's game is well-rounded and peaking at the right time. He ranks 21st on Tour in Strokes Gained: Putting (with multiple recent starts gaining over +3 strokes on the greens) and sits 37th in Strokes Gained: Total, reflecting a balanced profile that minimizes big mistakes while capitalizing on opportunities.

Full disclosure: I'm a longtime Rickie Fowler fan. But this isn't just fandom talking—his current momentum, course history, statistical uptick, and motivation make 61/1 a compelling wager in a tournament where past champions and strong ball-strikers/putters often thrive.

Take Rickie Fowler +6100

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Sport	Game Selection	Game Time
GLF	Wry or Die Free Play	7:00am EDT - Mar 12/2026

The PLAY: Colin Morikawa To Win 2400

Collin Morikawa enters this event at 24/1 odds as one of the hottest players on the PGA Tour right now.

He recently ended a nearly three-year winless drought on the PGA Tour by capturing the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in February 2026 with a final-round 67, finishing at 22-under and securing his seventh career victory (his first since 2023). This breakthrough has reignited his momentum.

Since then, he's shown no signs of slowing down:

• T7 at The Genesis Invitational (highlighted by a closing 65)

• Strong contention at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, entering Sunday in the top 5 and ultimately finishing in the top 5.

He currently ranks 4th in the FedEx Cup standings, reflecting his excellent early-season form.

Statistically, Morikawa remains elite where it matters most for this course:

• 6th on Tour in Strokes Gained: Approach the Green — his iron play continues to be a major weapon.

• One of the most accurate drivers in the game (he ranked No. 1 in driving accuracy last season, and his precision off the tee remains a strength).

His putting has historically been a relative weakness, but it has shown clear improvement recently, contributing to his upward trajectory.

Course history here is another big positive:

• T10 last year

• T13 in 2023

• His results at this event have steadily improved year over year

Overall, this layout suits his game perfectly — rewarding elite ball-striking, iron precision, and accuracy off the tee while minimizing the impact of occasional putting inconsistencies. With his current form, recent major-title pedigree, and ideal fit, Morikawa looks primed for another deep run or better.

Take Colin Morikawa To Win The Players Championship +2400

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Sport	Game Selection	Game Time
NHL	(53) Calgary Flames at (54) Washington Capitals: Total	7:07pm EDT - Mar 9/2026

The PLAY: Total Under 6.0 (-110)

NHL Best Bet: Calgary Flames at Washington Capitals – Under 5.5 Goals (+110)
The Calgary Flames head to Capital One Arena to face the Washington Capitals in what shapes up as a low-scoring affair. The total is set at 5.5, and we're getting solid plus-money value on the Under at +110.
Key supporting factors:

Head-to-Head History: In recent matchups, these teams have trended toward tight, defensive games. The last few encounters have produced scores like 1-3, 3-2 (SO), and similar low outputs—aligning with a projected 3-1 type result per my model.
Model Projection: My internal model projects a 3-1 final (total of 4 goals), comfortably landing under 5.5.
Capitals as Favorites vs. Flames: Washington has been strong to the under when favored against Calgary, going 7-3 to the under in such spots historically.
Recent Capitals Trends: The Caps are firmly in under mode lately—under has cashed in 7 of their last 8 games overall, including their last 2. At home, they've been particularly reliable on the under side.
Broader Team Trends: Both clubs have leaned under in their last 20 games, with Calgary especially strong to the under on the road (hitting in 8 of last 9 away games). Washington's home games have followed suit, with unders hitting frequently in recent home stands.

This matchup features two teams prioritizing structure and defense over high-event offense right now, especially with Calgary dealing with key absences/inconsistencies up front and Washington showing solid goaltending and home-ice edge without explosive scoring bursts.
Play: Flames/Capitals Under 5.5 (+110)

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