Last Call | Sports Betting Picks LIVE | NBA Playoffs, NHL Playoffs, MLB & Sharp Action | (4/18)

WagerTalk: Sports Betting Tips48mApril 18, 2026

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In this high-energy 'Last Call' episode of WagerTalk, host Kelly Stewart kicks off the NBA and NHL playoffs with a fast-paced breakdown of sharp betting action across multiple sports. The show features live insights from experts Yanni the Greek, Teddy Covers, and Carmine Bianco, covering key plays in the NBA playoffs, NHL matchups, MLB, and UFC fight night. The team emphasizes value in unders for early-round NBA games, sharp money on Cleveland and Dallas, and cautious optimism around Minnesota's chances against Dallas. In hockey, Carmine highlights the importance of goaltending and series length, advocating for the under in Carolina-Ottawa and predicting a long, physical battle in Philadelphia-Pittsburgh. The UFC segment dives into strategic betting on favorites, with a strong recommendation to avoid parlays in favor of independent straight bets. The episode closes with a focus on subscriber-exclusive content, free picks, and upcoming premium resources like a World Cup betting guide. Key takeaways include: 1) Favor unders in early NBA playoff games due to defensive intensity; 2) Avoid parlays in MMA—bet straight and roll profits; 3) Watch for sharp money on underdogs in NHL series, especially when matchups are physical; 4) Health and goaltending are critical in playoff success; 5) Use the OddsLogic live odds screen for real-time line shopping across books. The overall tone is upbeat and confident, with hosts energized by the start of the postseason and eager to share actionable, data-driven picks.

Key Takeaways
1

Favor unders in early NBA playoff games due to defensive intensity and market inefficiency.

2

Avoid parlays in MMA—bet straight and roll profits for better long-term results.

3

Watch for sharp money on underdogs in NHL series, especially when matchups are physical.

4

Health and goaltending are critical factors in playoff success across all sports.

5

Use the OddsLogic live odds screen for real-time line shopping across books.

Chapters
0:00
2 min

Opening the Playoffs: NBA, NHL, MLB & UFC

We've got the NBA playoffs, the NHL playoffs. We've got a ton of baseball. We've got a UFC fight night tonight and we have a loaded card for you.

Highlight
2:00
3 min

NBA Playoffs: Sharp Action on Cleveland & Dallas

When you have the regular season, you have all of these crazy high-scoring games... When the postseason starts, all of a sudden the defense is there and it's there at a high level.

Highlight
5:00
4 min

UFC Betting Strategy: Parlays vs. Straight Bets

If you're making money betting MMA parlays and you have a big sample size, I can't argue it. But I just know from experience that parlays are hard to beat.

Highlight
9:00
5 min

NHL Playoffs: Carolina vs. Ottawa & Dallas vs. Minnesota

Carmine Bianco breaks down key NHL matchups, highlighting Carolina’s strong defense and special teams edge over Ottawa. He also analyzes the Dallas-Minnesota series, noting Minnesota’s strong goaltending and physicality, and predicts a long series with potential for a 7-game battle.

14:00
5 min

Series Betting & Health as Key Playoff Factors

Teddy Covers explains that betting on a team to win a series is effectively betting on them to win their next game. He emphasizes health as the most important factor, noting the Lakers’ lack of their two best players. The discussion also touches on the value of timing bets and avoiding early commitments.

High-Impact Quotes
When you have the regular season, you have all of these crazy high-scoring games... When the postseason starts, all of a sudden the defense is there and it's there at a high level.
Teddy Covers20:54
Viral: 85.0
If you're making money betting MMA parlays and you have a big sample size, I can't argue it. But I just know from experience that parlays are hard to beat.
VR10:41
Viral: 80.0
I'm hoping that Dallas wins today so I can bet Minnesota tomorrow or the next game. That's always fun cheering for a team to lose so that you can set yourself up for a better position in the next game.
Carmine Bianco43:17
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Host

Kelly Stewart

Guests

Yanni the GreekTeddy CoversCarmine Bianco
Topics Discussed
NBA Playoffs Betting95%NHL Playoffs Strategy90%Game One Unders85%UFC Betting Tactics85%Parlays vs Straight Bets80%Series Betting Timing75%Health as a Betting Factor75%Goaltending in Playoffs70%
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WagerTalk

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Kelly Stewart

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Teddy Covers

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Carmine Bianco

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Yanni the Greek

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Cleveland Cavaliers

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OddsLogic

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Minnesota Wild

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Dallas Stars

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Carolina Hurricanes

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