Streak for the Cash Picks, September 10

Sep 9, 2012; Queens, NY, USA; Novak Djokovic (SRB) returns a shot against David Ferrer (ESP) on day fourteen of the 2012 US Open at Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports

After a full day of NFL football, Streak for the Cash returns to a more laid back schedule with 15 picks still on the board on this Monday, September 10. The Men’s US Open Final and Russian Division 1 Soccer get us through the day before a Monday Night Football double-header and six Major League Baseball take over tonight.

Yesterday my picks went 2-3 but I was able to finish with a win thanks to Peyton and the Broncos last night. Here’s how I’m planning on growing my green today:

Streak for the Cash Advice, 9/10

9:00-Ural win or draw: Take the draw and the better team here. Ural has lost just twice in the last 10 games. Confidence Meter: 5

4:15- Novak Djokovic: Djokovic leads the head-to-head 8-6 including wins at the Australian Open the last two years (also a hard court), a victory over Murray at the Sony Erricson this year (also hard court). Confidence Meter: 6

Aug 30, 2012; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (18) watches from the sidelines during the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Indianapolis defeated Cincinnati 20-16. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-US PRESSWIRE

7:05- A.J. Green Receptions or tie: I expect Green to have 5-8 catches and I think the Bengals could win the game. It feels like a field goal game either way, so take the Green catches for green results. Confidence Meter: 3

7:06- Ray Rice 73 total yards or fewer: Rice could get all 74 on one play if it’s a long enough one, but I like the Bengals defense to limit him in this one at least for the first half. Cincinnati will key on Rice and put the game in the hands of Joe Flacco. Confidence Meter: 4

8:40- San Francisco Giants: The Giants took two of three from LA and lead the NL West by 5 1/2. They’ve dominated the Rockies this year going 8-3. The only downside is that Vogelsong has been knocked around lately. He’ll be matched with Alex White. Confidence Meter: 6

10:05- San Diego Padres: The key to this pick is the starting pitchers. Eric Stults has been great while Jaime Garcia has been getting pummeled. The Cards have lost five of six, and the Padres have won six of the last seven meetings between these teams. Confidence Meter: 5

10:15- San Diego Chargers: Breakdown here. Confidence Meter: 4

September Stats

Total Picks: 30-26

Personal Entry: 17-6-0

Current Streak: W1