VSiN By The Books | April 30, 2026 | Hour 2

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In this episode of VSiN By The Books, hosts Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis dive deep into the latest sports betting action across the NHL, NBA, MLB, PGA Tour, and UFC. The conversation kicks off with a focus on the NBA playoffs, where the Lakers face a daunting 0-3 deficit against the Rockets—historically unprecedented in NBA history. The hosts analyze key series developments, including the Celtics’ strong positioning in Game 6 against the Sixers, the Knicks’ moneyline lean, and the Timberwolves’ crucial Game 6 matchup against the Mavericks. In hockey, the focus shifts to the Stanley Cup playoffs, with standout performances from VGK in overtime and the Flyers’ sweep of the Penguins. The Wild’s potential to close out Dallas is discussed, along with the Sabres’ road challenge against the Bruins. The segment also covers MLB’s doubleheaders, rain delays, and early-season trends, including the impact of the automated balls and strikes system and the surprising dominance of road teams in extra innings. The episode closes with a deep dive into the Kentucky Derby, previewing the Triple Crown and promoting V-CIN Pro access for bettors.

Key Takeaways
1

The Lakers are facing history in a 0-3 deficit—no team has ever come back to win an NBA series after being down 0-3.

2

Road teams have won 70% of extra inning games in MLB this season when they score in the top of the 10th inning.

3

The Wild have a strong chance to close out the series against Dallas, especially with their defensive dominance and momentum.

4

The automated balls and strikes system shows catchers are the most accurate at challenging calls (61% success rate), while pitchers are the least (42%).

5

V-CIN Pro offers a $14.99 Triple Crown special with full access to Derby, Oaks, and Belmont Stakes betting tools through June 6.

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Chapters
0:00
10 min

NBA Playoffs: Lakers’ 0-3 Deficit and Series Outlook

It's never happened in the history of seven game series in NBA history where a team down 0-3 has come back to win said series. Now the Rockets... are two games away from being the first team ever to do it.

Highlight
10:00
10 min

NHL Playoffs: Wild, Flyers, and the Road Team Advantage

Road teams have won 51% of extra innings since 2020, but this year is an extreme anomaly—when the road team scores in the top of the 10th, they’ve won 70% of the games.

Highlight
20:00
10 min

MLB Doubleheaders, Rain Delays, and the ABS System

Catchers have been the very best at 61% successful ABS challenges, while pitchers have only been successful 42% of the time.

Highlight
30:00
10 min

PGA Tour: Cadillac Championship and Betting Strategy

The hosts break down the Cadillac Championship at Trump Doral, discussing the weakened European field and the value of betting on top players like Tommy Fleetwood and Hideki Matsuyama. Jensen shares his 10 positional plays and a head-to-head bet between Cameron Young and Scottie Scheffler.

40:00
10 min

UFC Perth: Shoeie Tradition and Fight Analysis

The episode covers the UFC Perth card, focusing on the controversial 'shoeie' tradition and the fight between Louis Sutherland and Tai Tuivasa. Jensen expresses disgust at the practice, while the hosts analyze the fight’s dynamics, with Sutherland being the lean due to motivation concerns.

High-Impact Quotes
It's never happened in the history of seven game series in NBA history where a team down 0-3 has come back to win said series. Now the Rockets... are two games away from being the first team ever to do it.
Jensen Lewis1:24
Viral: 92.0
Zero chance. It's absolutely one of the most disgusting things I think I've ever heard of in my life. You got me on that one. Got him! Disgusting.
Jensen Lewis11:22
Viral: 88.0
Road teams have won 70% of extra inning games this year when they score in the top of the 10th.
Mike Palm72:03
Viral: 85.0
Speakers

Hosts

Dave RossJensen Lewis

Guest

Mike Palm
Topics Discussed
NBA Playoffs95%NHL Playoffs90%MLB Doubleheaders85%Automated Balls and Strikes System80%PGA Tour Betting75%UFC Perth70%College World Series65%Kentucky Derby60%
People & Brands

Jensen Lewis

person

25xPositive

Mike Palm

person

18xPositive

Lakers

other

14xNeutral

Wild

other

12xPositive

Dave Ross

person

12xNeutral

Rockets

other

10xNeutral

VGK

other

10xPositive

Celtics

other

8xPositive

Flyers

other

8xPositive

Astros

other

8xNeutral

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