Ricky's signature "EARLY BIRD" is the first play on today's card. "If you're not first, you're last", and "If you're not early, you're late". The EARLY BIRD gets the worm, and we're getting today started with a signature play on FARMAGEDDON in Ireland.
Member Notes
WOW! RICKY WAS THE #1 MLB CAPPER LAST SEASON!
Ricky killed it last season, earning +80 units for clients and hitting a STAGGERING 65%!
Last year's success was nothing new for Ricky…
Have a look at his long term MLB numbers:
- 323-192 (63%) MLB Since 1/1/2023
- 482-297 (62%) MLB Since 1/1/2022
- 629-402 (61%) MLB Since 1/1/2021
- 1027-692 (60%) MLB Since 10/8/2018
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Today’s Free Picks
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| MLB | (963) Boston Red Sox at (964) New York Yankees | 1:05pm EDT - Aug 23/2025 |
The PLAY: Boston Red Sox -121 G Crochet (LHP), W Warren (RHP) Must Start
Ricky's 1* play on BOS.
Key Angle: It's important to remember that Ricky never makes a bet on any game based on just one angle. In order to make the grade, all his premium picks must meet several important criteria. He doesn't share all his secrets within his analysis, instead he chooses to reveal only the angle that he feels is the most significant. Here in this game the recent history of these two teams is particularly significant.
- Boston is 7-0 SU in its last 7 games against NY Yankees.
- Boston is 14-6 SU in its last 20 games against an opponent in the American League.
- Boston is 12-4 SU in its last 16 games against an opponent in the American League East Division.
Verdict: The value is on the Road favorite.
Consultant Bio
Who is Ricky Tran?
Ricky Tran's destiny has always been sports betting. The "Baby Faced Assassin" was exposed to the horse racing and gaming industry from a very early age through his family's involvement. It was there that Ricky learned the basics of handicapping and wagering. His experience was soon being applied to all forms of sports betting, and a dynasty was born.
Ricky initially viewed sports, like most, as a fan. However, he soon found himself being more challenged by the gaming aspect. Being a fan was fine, but being able to break down a game's inner workings and nuances with an unbiased and analytical mind would give him the advantage he needed to enter the sports betting arena. Today, after several years of highly successful sports betting, Ricky Tran has the the type of lifestyle that most can't even imagine. Ask around and you'll learn that Tran is widely regarded as one of the brightest stars of the new generation of handicapping.
What sports does he bet on?
Ricky bets on NFL, NCAAF, NBA, NCAAB, NHL, MLB, Soccer, and CFL.
What are his handicapping systems/methods?
Ricky makes a living attacking opening lines and is almost always on the right side of line movement. All of his picks come with ‘key trends’ where he illustrates how they apply to the current situation. Ricky is extremely sharp with numbers and represents a new breed of handicapper. Youthful, enthusiastic, technically savvy, and up to date with the latest tools of the trade; but he's not shy to trust his gut on any given bet and ignore the stats.