VSiN By The Books | May 6, 2026 | Hour 2

In this second hour of VSiN By The Books on May 6, 2026, hosts Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis dive into a wide range of sports betting insights across NBA, NHL, MLB, and UFC. They open with a deep analysis of Game 1s in the NBA playoffs, highlighting the Lakers’ 18-point loss to the Thunder and the Cavaliers’ poor performance against the Pistons, emphasizing the need for adjustments. The NHL discussion centers on the Colorado Avalanche’s dramatic last-second goal that pushed the over in a tightly contested game, with special praise for real-time commentary from Tim Murray and Femi on V-SIM Primetime. The Kentucky Derby is celebrated for Sherry DeVoe becoming the first female trainer to win, with her horse Golden Tempo now under consideration for the Preakness. In baseball, the Dodgers’ 14-1 odds to win the NL West are scrutinized, with value seen in the Padres at 12-1 and the Diamondbacks as a sleeper pick. The AL West is analyzed with the Mariners still favored despite early struggles, while the Rangers emerge as a surprising dark horse due to elite bullpen performance. The show’s highlight is a detailed UFC 328 preview with MMA analytics pioneer Reed Kuhn, who breaks down the Shmaev vs. Strickland main event, favoring Shmaev’s dominance on the ground and offering strategic betting angles on submission, decision, and underdog picks. The episode closes with betting recommendations for upcoming NHL and NBA games, including Carolina’s strong odds and a lean on the over in the Ducks-Golden Knights matchup.