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    Zack Cimini

    Contrarian with Chutzpah

    A Las Vegas handicapper who's never afraid to buck conventional wisdom, Zack excels in multiple sports. Entering the 2024-25 college basketball season, Zack is 514- 444, returning $2,782 to $100 players. He's coming off a dominant 2023-24 season in which he went 91-69 (plus $1,451). Entering the 2024 MLB season, Zack was 690-604 all-time, returning $3,327 to $100 bettors. Zack appears regularly on CBS Sports HQ and "The Early Edge," SportsLine's popular daily betting show. Catch "The Early Edge" live at 10 a.m. ET on SportsLine's YouTube page. For Zack Cimini media inquiries, contact SportsLine@CBSInteractive.com.

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    Zack's Past Picks

    Apr 20 2024, 1:40 am UTC
    League
    Toronto
    5
    @ San Diego
    1
    +844
    9-1 in Last 10 MLB ML Picks
    +1245
    32-19 in Last 51 SD ML Picks
    Analysis:

    The Toronto Blue Jays just had their winning streak snapped at four games in their last outing against the Yankees. Look for the Blue Jays to get back on track Friday against a Padres team that was shutout Tuesday against the Brewers. It was the Padres first shutout loss of the season, and now they will face a rookie pitcher in Yariel Rodriguez more comfortable in his second start. Take the Blue Jays as the road favorites.

    Pick Made: Fri 4:44 pm UTC
    Apr 20 2024, 12:15 am UTC
    League
    Milwaukee
    2
    @ St. Louis
    1
    +844
    9-1 in Last 10 MLB ML Picks
    +870
    25-14 in Last 39 MIL ML Picks
    Analysis:

    The Milwaukee Brewers take their strong 7-2 road record to St. Louis. Starting pitcher Freddy Peralta in two road starts has allowed just two runs and had a combined nineteen strikeouts. Yet, his worst road start of 2023 was against St. Louis where he gave up six runs. His other road start against the Cardinals a gem outing was spoiled with a 1-0 loss. Grab St. Louis

    Pick Made: Fri 4:42 pm UTC
    Apr 19 2024, 11:10 pm UTC
    League
    Oakland
    2
    @ Cleveland
    10
    +844
    9-1 in Last 10 MLB ML Picks
    +1016
    45-32 in Last 77 OAK ML Picks
    Analysis:

    Cleveland has the tough task of not having an off day as they head into their new series against the Oakland As. Look for their hot bats to aide any poor innings from starting pitcher Tristan McKenzie. The Guardians lineup is just two runs behind the Baltimore Orioles for most runs in the American League. This is also a heavy regression spot for As starter Joe Boyle. Take the Guardians on the money line.

    Pick Made: Fri 4:43 pm UTC
    Apr 18 2024, 1:30 am UTC
    League
    Atlanta
    116
    @ Chicago
    131
    +855
    11-2-1 in Last 14 NBA Picks
    +390
    5-1-1 in Last 7 NBA ATS Picks
    +240
    9-6 in Last 15 CHI ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    Atlanta goes into the play in with a record of just 36 and 46. At ten games below .500 they lost the final six games of the season. Yet, this team has adapted after missing Trae Young for nearly two months. Furthermore, Chicago is a team they defeated at the United Center on April 1st by a margin of twelve points. Grab the generous amount of points here on the Hawks side.

    Pick Made: Mon 12:12 am UTC
    Apr 17 2024, 11:00 pm UTC
    League
    Miami
    104
    @ Philadelphia
    105
    +365
    5-1 in Last 6 NBA Player Props Picks
    Analysis:

    Win or lose look for Coach Spoelstra to have a playoff twist to his lineup today. After all in the Heat’s last two matchup against Philadelphia they lost, and had issues scoring. Minus Terry Rozier someone else needs to step up. Nikola Jovic down the stretch of the season had three games of eighteen or more points. In the month of April alone he is averaging twelve points. Take his over tonight in the points prop market.

    Pick Made: Wed 5:34 pm UTC
    Apr 17 2024, 7:40 pm UTC
    League
    Chi. Cubs
    5
    @ Arizona
    3
    +844
    9-1 in Last 10 MLB ML Picks
    +884
    24-15 in Last 39 ARI ML Picks
    Analysis:

    The Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago Cubs have had an exciting series that has featured two extra inning games so far. For the Cubs today’s game marks the conclusion of a three series nine game road trip. Prior to yesterday their bats had been quiet, where they had scored an average of under three runs their prior five games. After yesterday’s breakout look for the bats to continue to excel in a hitter friendly ballpark. Take the Cubs.

    Pick Made: Wed 5:32 pm UTC
    Apr 17 2024, 2:00 am UTC
    League
    Golden St.
    94
    @ Sacramento
    118
    +365
    5-1 in Last 6 NBA Player Props Picks
    Analysis:

    If the Sacramento Kings are going to defeat the Golden State Warriors they will need elevated play from Keegan Murray. Murray has the skills on both ends of the floor, and can help fill the void of being without Malik Monk. In the month of April thus far he is averaging 17 points per game. In a lose and go home situation look for Murray to leave it all on the floor. Play his over.

    Pick Made: Tue 4:19 pm UTC
    Apr 17 2024, 1:40 am UTC
    League
    St. Louis
    3
    @ Oakland
    2
    +844
    9-1 in Last 10 MLB ML Picks
    +1016
    45-32 in Last 77 OAK ML Picks
    Analysis:

    The Oakland As have been better than anticipated at 7 and 10 on the year. I expect that to be short lived, and for the Cardinals bats to have success tonight. JP Sears is coming off a one hit performance in which he was fantastic against Texas. Replicating a strong start that had potential for a no hitter is one of the toughest spots for a pitcher. Back the Cardinals.

    Pick Made: Wed 12:11 am UTC
    Apr 16 2024, 1:40 am UTC
    League
    Chi. Cubs
    3
    @ Arizona
    2
    +844
    9-1 in Last 10 MLB ML Picks
    +884
    24-15 in Last 39 ARI ML Picks
    Analysis:

    When Chicago travels to Arizona it is one of the Diamondbacks highest attended series. The representation of Chicago transplants in the valley of the sun almost makes this a home game for the Cubs. Look for the Cubs to feed off that energy, as Chicago’s timely hits gets them their third straight victory.

    Pick Made: Mon 6:14 pm UTC
    Apr 15 2024, 11:40 pm UTC
    League
    San Diego
    7
    @ Milwaukee
    3
    +844
    9-1 in Last 10 MLB ML Picks
    +1245
    32-19 in Last 51 SD ML Picks
    Analysis:

    An angle that has been profitable is to play against a team that played Sunday night, and is traveling for Monday’s new series. Here I’ll bypass that angle as the Padres have not stepped foot out of the state of California in their past five series. They have hosted three home series and went on the road against the Giants and Dodgers. Milwaukee has been feast or famine as well, as their last five wins they have scored seven runs or more. Look for Musgrove to settle in today and the Padres to get the win.

    Pick Made: Mon 6:12 pm UTC
    Apr 14 2024, 8:10 pm UTC
    League
    St. Louis
    0
    @ Arizona
    5
    +844
    9-1 in Last 10 MLB ML Picks
    +884
    24-15 in Last 39 ARI ML Picks
    Analysis:

    A constant for the Arizona Diamondbacks has been the ability to lean on Zac Gallen in home starts. Already on the season he has two of the seven total Diamondbacks wins, with both wins at home. Look for Gallen to remain sharp against the team that originally drafted him in St. Louis. Tail the Backs on the moneyline.

    Pick Made: Sun 7:00 pm UTC
    Apr 14 2024, 7:30 pm UTC
    League
    L.A. Lakers
    124
    @ New Orleans
    108
    +365
    5-1 in Last 6 NBA Player Props Picks
    Analysis:

    The Pelicans and Lakers are one of the few matchups where both teams have something to play for on Sunday. Veteran CJ McCollum has been in a zone down the stretch, where he has scored 28 or more points in six straight games. That is an asset you want to keep in rhythm approaching the postseason. Even with Brandon Ingram’s likelihood of playing, take McCollum’s over.

    Pick Made: Sun 4:28 pm UTC
    Apr 13 2024, 9:05 pm UTC
    League
    Minnesota
    4
    @ Detroit
    1
    +844
    9-1 in Last 10 MLB ML Picks
    +1372
    32-17 in Last 49 DET ML Picks
    Analysis:

    Similar to his first start of the season Matt Manning will be apart of a double header for the Detroit Tigers. In his first start he did not allow a hit but was pulled after 5 2/3 innings. Look for Manning’s second start to be a bit more problematic as his walks create run opportunities for the Twins.

    Pick Made: Apr 13, 4:55 pm UTC
    Apr 12 2024, 11:40 pm UTC
    League
    Cincinnati
    11
    @ Chi. White Sox
    1
    +844
    9-1 in Last 10 MLB ML Picks
    +663
    43-29 in Last 72 CHW ML Picks
    Analysis:

    After an off day I fully expect the White Sox bats to get back to their normal levels. Prior to their last two games, they had scored over three runs just once in their first nine games. Additionally, Chris Flexen in his first two starts has received zero runs, as the White Sox have been outscored 12-0.

    Pick Made: Apr 12, 8:17 pm UTC
    Apr 11 2024, 11:30 pm UTC
    League
    New York
    118
    @ Boston
    109
    +855
    11-2-1 in Last 14 NBA Picks
    +390
    5-1-1 in Last 7 NBA ATS Picks
    +886
    32-21-1 in Last 54 BOS ATS Picks
    Analysis:

    The overnight spread on the Knicks and Celtics is mainly predicated on the Celtics insane home record. At this stage of the season the Celtics are in a different mindset, gearing up for the postseason. Look for a similar situation we saw in their last outing against the Milwaukee Bucks. For the Knicks on the other hand they are looking to solidify their team camaraderie with OG Anunoby back. They also are chasing the Bucks for potentially getting the two seed in the Eastern Conference. Lay it with the Knicks.

    Pick Made: Apr 11, 2:18 am UTC