Ready Set Bet | April 18, 2026 | Hour 1

In this episode of Ready Set Bet, Matt Brown and Mike Somage dive into early-season MLB, NBA, and NHL betting trends, starting with a surprising downturn for the Mets despite their star-studded lineup. They analyze the Reds vs. Twins matchup, noting Abbott's struggles and cautioning against betting on the Reds despite their early winning record. The Cubs' resurgence and the Mets' nine-game losing streak are highlighted as major storylines, with concerns over Kodai Singa's performance and the absence of Juan Soto. The RBC Heritage golf tournament is covered with Matt Fitzpatrick leading at 14 under, and the hosts explore value bets on players like Victor Hovland, Patrick Cantlay, and Sepp Straka, while questioning Cantlay’s sustainability. In the NBA, the hosts evaluate series odds, favoring the Cavaliers over the Raptors despite Toronto’s strong season series, and express interest in the Hawks as a long-shot dog at plus 220. They also discuss the NHL playoffs, focusing on the Penguins vs. Flyers and Stars vs. Wild series, with Rachel Kraschak joining to provide insights on player props and series length, particularly highlighting Porter Martone’s shot volume and the impact of injuries on Dallas. The episode closes with a look at playoff scoring trends and potential future bets on underdog teams like the Oilers and Senators.