Did you know that Ben Burns has the #1 UFC RECORD since late 2022, the year he arrived on this network? After a couple of recent losses and now 51-30 his past 81, Burns is OUT FOR BLOOD this week. He's found the perfect fight to kick off his next winning streak. Make sure you're on board.
Member Notes
- #1 FOOTBALL HANDICAPPER LAST SEASON
- #1 NBA HANDICAPPER ALL-TIME
- #1 COLLEGE HOOPS RECORD ALL-TIME
- #1 OVERALL RECORD SINCE SUMMER
- #1 BIG GAME HOOPS RECORD ALL-TIME
Today’s Free Picks
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| MLB | (973) Los Angeles Angels at (974) Cincinnati Reds: Total | 1:40pm EDT - Apr 12/2026 |
The PLAY: Total Under 8.0 (-117) Action
Jose Soriano has been dominant to start the season and is a (very) early candidate for the A.L. Cy Young Award. He's 3-0 with a 0.45 ERA and 0.65 WHIP. In his first start, he held Houston to two hits through six shutout innings. That was followed by six shutout innings against the Cubs, once again he allowed just two hits. Last time out, he allowed one run on three hits, through eight complete innings. He had 10 K's without walking a. batter. Those three games averaged just 4.33 runs with scores of 2-0, 3-0 and 6-2. Abbot's numbers aren't as dominant as Soriano's but he's been respectable. Through three starts, he's got a 3.18 ERA. Go with the under.
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | (5) Washington Capitals at (6) Pittsburgh Penguins: Moneyline | 3:07pm EDT - Apr 11/2026 |
The PLAY: Pittsburgh Penguins -128
This will be the 100th time that Crosby and Ovechkin will have faced each other, the 75th meeting in the regular season. In the previous 74 regular season games, Crosby has 97 points (35 goals, 62 assists) for 97 points while Ovechkin has 70 points (38 goals, 32 assists). The Penguins are 43-27-4 in those 74 regular-season meetings. Washington is 31-33-10.
Ovechkin said this of the rivalry: "It's history, what we have for 20 years, playing against each other. I think the whole situation around Ovi and Sid was big time."
The teams will play again Sunday, at Washington. By then, it may be too late for the Capitals. The Penguins have clinched a playoff spot while Washington's chances are hanging by a thread. The Penguins are playing their best hockey and their offense is clicking on all cylinders. They've won three straight and five of six. In all five of those victories, they scored at least five goals. They scored nine goals in one of the wins and eight in another. Don't expect them to "take it easy" on the Caps. Pens keep rolling.
Consultant Bio
When industry insiders really need a big win, many put their trust in Ben Burns. Ben's ability to consistently deliver with his biggest plays is legendary. It made him the single most popular handicapper in the history of Covers. Burns has numerous documented #1 titles to his credit. In addition to being a champion sports handicapper, he's taken down multiple DFS prizes of $300K or greater.
Ben believes that there's no substitute for hard work. He logs long hours and is surrounded by a team of assistants who do the same. Ben plays all the major North American sports and uses a vast variety of handicapping strategies to beat them. Burns' O/U selections are internationally renowned. On most days, he'll have between 2-5 plays.