Cashing Out | April 2, 2026 | Hour 3

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In this episode of Cashing Out on VSiN, host Dustin Swiedelson dives into the college basketball Final Four and Major League Baseball action, offering detailed betting insights and analysis. The show features guest Wes Reynolds, a VSiN betting analyst, who breaks down key matchups including Creighton vs. Rutgers in the College Basketball Crown, and Illinois vs. UConn and Michigan vs. Arizona in the Final Four. Reynolds emphasizes team dynamics, player experience, and coaching trends, particularly highlighting the impact of Greg McDermott’s farewell tour and Dan Hurley’s tournament success. Dustin also discusses his own betting strategy, including hedging futures bets on Illinois and Michigan, and shares his preference for the under in several games due to defensive intensity and game tempo. Later, guest Kev Mazerjan from Action Network provides early-season MLB betting angles, focusing on pitcher performance, travel fatigue, and value in rookie futures. The episode closes with a strong emphasis on responsible gambling and tax planning, sponsored by Francetic Tax, reminding listeners that gambling winnings require careful financial management.

Key Takeaways
1

Bet the under in the Illinois vs. UConn Final Four game due to defensive focus and slow tempo, despite high offensive potential.

2

West Virginia is a strong underdog pick against Stanford in the College Basketball Crown, with better battle-tested credentials and defensive depth.

3

Arizona's success in MLB hinges on Ryan Nelson's performance and the Braves' travel fatigue, making the D-Backs a solid underdog play.

4

Cole Reagan’s strikeout prop is a strong bet against the Royals due to his overpowering stuff and favorable ballpark conditions.

5

Rudy Gobert’s PRA prop is a smart under play due to Detroit’s physical frontcourt and low-scoring game dynamics.

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Chapters
0:00
2 min

Opening: Shopify & Francetic Tax Sponsorship

Dustin opens with a Shopify promotion from Charissa, followed by a sponsor read for Francetic Tax, emphasizing free gambler tax consultations for those facing IRS issues.

2:00
3 min

College Basketball Crown: Baylor vs. Minnesota & Oklahoma vs. Colorado

Dustin reviews the outcomes of two Crown quarterfinals—Baylor’s dominant 67-48 win over Minnesota and Oklahoma’s overtime 90-86 victory over Colorado—highlighting the value of overtime in his over bet.

5:00
5 min

Wes Reynolds on Creighton vs. Rutgers & Stanford vs. West Virginia

I think West Virginia is way more battle-tested playing in the Big 12 this season than Stanford is in the ACC.

Highlight
10:00
5 min

Final Four Preview: Illinois vs. UConn & Michigan vs. Arizona

I like the under 139.5 because Underwood's 12-3 to the under in the tournament.

Highlight
15:00
5 min

Dustin’s Hedging Strategy & Futures Betting

If it's live and you have an opportunity to cash in, you should look to do so.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
If it's live and you have an opportunity to cash in, you should look to do so.
Dustin Swiedelson24:03
Viral: 90.0
I think West Virginia is way more battle-tested playing in the Big 12 this season than Stanford is in the ACC.
Wes Reynolds43:10
Viral: 85.0
The IRS taxed your wins. And if it's off... Those letters start to show up fast.
Francetic Tax Sponsor34:53
Viral: 82.0
Speakers

Host

Dustin Swiedelson

Guests

Wes ReynoldsKev Mazerjan
Topics Discussed
college basketball final four95%gambler tax issues90%hedging futures bets88%mlb betting strategy85%team experience and coaching trends82%player prop betting80%travel fatigue in sports75%rookie of the year futures70%
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Wes Reynolds

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Illinois Fighting Illini

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UConn Huskies

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Dustin Swiedelson

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Creighton Blue Jays

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Arizona Wildcats

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Michigan Wolverines

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Francetic Tax

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Rutgers Scarlet Knights

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