Money Moves | April 1, 2026 | Hour 1

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In this hour-long edition of Money Moves on VSiN, host Jonathan Von Tobel delivers a dynamic, real-time breakdown of Major League Baseball's day games, focusing on key matchups, pitching performances, and betting angles. The episode kicks off with live updates from games in Cincinnati, Washington, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and St. Louis, highlighting early-season struggles from pitchers like Paul Skeens and Garrett Crochet, while spotlighting strong performances from players like Jordan Alvarez and Matt McNeely. The show transitions into a deep dive on the Valero Texas Open golf tournament, where guest Matt Brown shares his handicapping strategy, emphasizing under-the-radar players and the impact of Masters preparation on motivation. The NBA segment features sharp analysis of situational betting, particularly around rest advantages and injury reports, with strong recommendations to fade big favorites like Houston and Toronto due to negative scheduling. Tim Murray joins to preview the NCAA Final Four, favoring Illinois over UConn and advocating for in-game betting on the Michigan vs. Arizona matchup. The episode closes with a promotional plug for the social betting platform Cut, offering a 15% deposit bonus via promo code V-SIN.

Key Takeaways
1

Fade big NBA favorites like Houston and Toronto due to negative rest advantages and inconsistent team performance.

2

Target under-the-radar golf players like Matt McNeely and Sepp Straka at the Valero Texas Open, especially those not focused on the upcoming Masters.

3

In NCAA basketball, consider Illinois as a value pick over UConn and favor the under in the Illinois-UConn game due to slow-paced teams.

4

Use in-game betting on high-total NBA games like Michigan vs. Arizona, waiting for early leads before taking the opposing team.

5

Track live baseball games in real time—especially day games—for dynamic betting opportunities on totals, first five, and prop plays.

Chapters
0:00
10 min

Live MLB Day Game Breakdown: Cincinnati, Washington, Baltimore

The Orioles play two in the bottom of the fifth. It's a 3-3 tie, and then the Rangers go on to win the game 8-5 against Baltimore.

Highlight
10:00
10 min

Key Matchups: Mets vs. Cardinals, Astros vs. Red Sox

I think it's accurately priced. But the two games that are here in a couple of minutes where we really want to focus, focusing on the AL West teams that will be out in a little bit.

Highlight
20:00
10 min

Golf Preview: Valero Texas Open & Handicapping Strategy

I think guys that are have a little bit different motivation than some of the other guys that know that they're going to be playing next week.

Highlight
30:00
10 min

NBA Betting Deep Dive: Rest, Injuries & Situational Edge

I would say no, given the fact that the rest advantage is such for the Milwaukee Bucks. I think you could see him staying inside of this number.

Highlight
40:00
10 min

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

Tim Murray joins to discuss the NCAA Final Four, favoring Illinois over UConn and advocating for in-game betting on the Michigan vs. Arizona game due to volatility and high total. He also shares a light-hearted take on the NIT.

High-Impact Quotes
I would say no, given the fact that the rest advantage is such for the Milwaukee Bucks. I think you could see him staying inside of this number.
Jonathan Von Tobel30:43
Viral: 85.0
I think guys that are have a little bit different motivation than some of the other guys that know that they're going to be playing next week.
Matt Brown17:04
Viral: 80.0
I would be stunned if this game was a blowout one way or the other. It's hard for me to envision these two teams as good as they are, as I would say similar as they are.
Tim Murray42:14
Viral: 78.0
Speakers

Host

Jonathan Von Tobel

Guests

Matt BrownTim Murray
Topics Discussed
live baseball betting95%nba situational betting90%college basketball final four88%golf tournament handicapping85%rest advantage in sports82%pitching regression analysis80%value betting on underdogs78%social betting platforms70%
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matt brown

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tim murray

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valero texas open

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cincinnati reds

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michigan

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garrett crochet

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cb buckner

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5xNegative

jordan alvarez

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