Follow The Money | April 17, 2026 | Hour 2

VSiN Best Bets45mApril 17, 2026

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In this second hour of 'Follow the Money' on VSiN Best Bets, hosts Mitch Moss and Pauly Howard dive deep into live betting lines, player props, and strategic insights across MLB, NBA, NHL, and the upcoming NFL Draft. They analyze standout performances like Logan Webb’s poor road numbers despite strong underlying stats, and highlight the historic dominance of Angels pitcher Soriano, who joins an elite group of pitchers with 27+ innings, 31+ Ks, and no more than one run allowed through four starts. The discussion turns to the Dodgers’ upcoming game at Coors Field, where a blizzard has delayed the game and raised questions about the low total, while also spotlighting the incredible 13-0 win streak for Glasnow in his last 13 appearances. The hosts explore creative betting markets in the NBA playoffs, including props on buzzer-beaters, comeback wins, and series outcomes, and break down the NFL Draft with expert Walter Cherapinski, who predicts Dallas trading up to #3 for a defensive star, with David Bailey or Arvo Reese likely to be selected. They also highlight under-the-radar bets like Patrick Kelly’s ladder on McKinnon’s shots on goal and Scott Wedgwood’s 150-1 odds for Conn Smythe as the Avalanche’s goalie leads a dominant defense.

Key Takeaways
1

Logan Webb’s 5.25 ERA on the road is misleading; his FIP of 3.21 and 21.6% K rate suggest he’s due for regression.

2

Soriano’s 27+ innings, 31+ Ks, and no more than one run allowed through four starts puts him in elite company with only two Cy Young winners ever achieving this.

3

Glasnow is 13-0 in his last 13 appearances, including postseason, with a 13-0 record and 100% win rate since September 2023.

4

The Dodgers’ team total over 4.5 is a strong play despite Coors Field’s hitter-friendly reputation, especially with Otani’s 16-game hitting streak there.

5

Walter Cherapinski predicts Dallas will trade up to #3 in the NFL Draft to select a defensive superstar, with Arizona likely to trade down to #12.

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Chapters
0:00
5 min

Opening the Show: Follow the Money Mindset

The hosts kick off the episode with their signature 'follow the money' mantra, introducing the show's format, platforms, and a teaser for a 10-to-1 and 12-to-1 shot involving the NBA. They set the tone for a data-driven, prop-heavy betting discussion.

5:00
5 min

Soriano’s Cy Young-Contender Form & the Angels’ Offense

Third pitcher ever to do it, and now he goes against the Padres who are looking to win nine in a row.

Highlight
10:00
5 min

Dodgers at Coors: Weather, Odds, and Glasnow’s Streak

He's got a 16-game hitting streak at Coors. Bombs away.

Highlight
15:00
5 min

NBA Playoffs: Creative Props & Series Bet Strategy

Will a team win a series after never leading through the first six games? 14 to one.

Highlight
20:00
5 min

NFL Draft: Trade Predictions & Top Prospects

I would still go with Bailey, but it really is like 50-50 for me.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
Wedgwood, Conn Smythe, 150-1 at FanDuel. Colorado Avalanche goalie.
Pauly Howard40:59
Viral: 88.0
Third pitcher ever to do it, and now he goes against the Padres who are looking to win nine in a row.
Mitch Moss2:53
Viral: 85.0
Will a team win a series after never leading through the first six games? 14 to one.
Mitch Moss17:36
Viral: 82.0
Speakers

Hosts

Mitch MossPauly Howard

Guest

Walter Cherapinski
Topics Discussed
Cy Young Contender Pitching95%NBA Playoffs Betting Props90%NFL Draft Trade Predictions88%MLB Pitcher Streaks & Over/Under Bets85%Hockey Playoff Creative Bets80%Weather Impact on Game Lines75%Team Seller/Trader Behavior70%Betting Tools & Data Platforms65%
People & Brands

Mitch Moss

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15xNeutral

Pauly Howard

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14xNeutral

Walter Cherapinski

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12xPositive

Jose Soriano

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12xPositive

Logan Webb

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10xNeutral

Glasnow

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9xPositive

David Bailey

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8xNeutral

Arvo Reese

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7xNeutral

Jeremiah Love

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6xPositive

Scott Wedgwood

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6xPositive

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