Top 3 Bets for Monday | MLB & NHL Picks

The Daily Juice - BettingPros17mApril 20, 2026

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In this Monday morning episode of The Daily Juice, host Matt Peralta delivers three key betting picks for MLB and NHL games while addressing recent frustrations with the podcast's tracking accuracy and fan scrutiny. He opens with a passionate defense of the podcast’s integrity, emphasizing that while he’s transparent about his picks, the tracking of results isn’t his personal mission—fans should take ownership of their own analysis. He highlights a disappointing 2-2 record from the previous day, citing blown calls and referee decisions that impacted outcomes, particularly a controversial power play in a Kings vs. Colorado game. Despite the setbacks, Peralta remains confident in his current picks: the Red Sox vs. Tigers game under 8.5 runs, the Dodgers vs. Rockies game over 11.5 total runs at Coors Field, and Dallas Stars to win Game 2 against the Minnesota Wild. He grounds each pick in weather conditions, team performance, and market value, especially noting the high offensive potential at Coors Field and Dallas’s need to bounce back. The episode closes with a plug for BettingPros Premium’s Market-Based EV Tool and a promo for the upcoming Pushing the Odds show.

Key Takeaways
1

The Red Sox vs. Tigers game is likely to stay under 8.5 runs due to cold weather and early start time, making the under a strong play.

2

Coors Field’s offensive-friendly environment and the Dodgers’ recent struggles make the over 11.5 in the Dodgers vs. Rockies game a high-value bet.

3

Dallas Stars are a solid moneyline play in Game 2 against Minnesota, as they’re playing desperate and need a bounce-back win.

4

Fans should stop obsessing over tracking the podcast’s record—Matt Peralta emphasizes transparency and personal responsibility for betting decisions.

5

Use the Market-Based EV Tool (via BettingPros Premium) to identify mispriced lines based on sharp bookmaker odds.

Chapters
0:00
2 min

Intro & Marathon Monday Energy

Matt opens the episode with a warm welcome, acknowledging Marathon Monday in Boston and setting a reflective tone for the morning. He briefly mentions the weather’s impact on sports and introduces the theme of the episode.

1:40
4 min

Tracking Frustrations & Podcast Integrity

If you're that bored, you got that little things to do. Okay. But... All of us, me, my bosses, we all have lives. You know that, right?

Highlight
5:50
4 min

Red Sox vs. Tigers: Under 8.5

I just don't think we're going to see any offense. Red Sox Tigers under eight.

Highlight
10:00
3 min

Dodgers vs. Rockies: Over 11.5

I think the Dodgers offense will get after the Rockies as well. I don't mind a team total bet on the Dodgers to go over.

Highlight
13:20
4 min

Dallas Stars vs. Minnesota Wild: Dallas ML

Matt makes a case for Dallas Stars to bounce back in Game 2, citing their desperation after a 6-1 loss and Minnesota’s strong home record. He sees value in the moneyline at -135.

High-Impact Quotes
Nobody tracks six years worth of a podcast and puts it out publicly free every single day.
Matt Peralta6:33
Viral: 85.0
I just don't think we're going to see any offense. Red Sox Tigers under eight.
Matt Peralta12:37
Viral: 82.0
I think the Dodgers offense will get after the Rockies as well. I don't mind a team total bet on the Dodgers to go over.
Matt Peralta13:48
Viral: 78.0
Speakers

Host

Matt Peralta
Topics Discussed
Sports Betting Transparency95%MLB Betting Picks90%Fan Tracking & Podcast Integrity90%Coors Field Offense88%NHL Playoff Betting85%Weather Impact on Sports80%Market-Based Value Tools75%Moneyline Bets70%
People & Brands

Matt Peralta

person

25xNeutral

Dodgers

other

10xPositive

Red Sox

other

8xNeutral

Rockies

other

7xNeutral

Tigers

other

6xNeutral

Dallas Stars

other

6xPositive

Minnesota Wild

other

5xNeutral

Coors Field

other

5xPositive

Boston Marathon

other

4xPositive

Hard Rock Bet

brand

4xPositive

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