VSiN By The Books | April 17, 2026 | Hour 2

In this Friday edition of VSiN By The Books, hosts Jensen Lewis and Mark Malousis break down the NBA and NHL playoff picture following the conclusion of the regular season. The episode opens with a preview of the upcoming NBA first-round matchups, highlighting the Charlotte Hornets vs. Orlando Magic and Golden State Warriors vs. Phoenix Suns games, with strong leans toward the Hornets and Golden State. The hosts analyze narrative, team form, and betting trends, noting massive public betting action on the Hornets and a classic 'pros vs. Joe's' dynamic in the Warriors-Suns clash. The discussion then shifts to the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, where the Eastern Conference is seen as wide open, with Carolina, Buffalo, and Ottawa all in contention, while the West is dominated by Colorado. The hosts debate key series, including Boston vs. Buffalo and Dallas vs. Minnesota, and emphasize goaltending and experience as pivotal factors. Later, the show features a fun 'Select the Seed' draft for the NBA postseason, with both hosts making strategic picks across seeds, including bold long shots like the Charlotte Hornets at 100-1 and Portland Trail Blazers at 100-1. The segment ends with a deep dive into MLB betting, focusing on actionable plays like the over 8.5 in Rays-Pirates, the over 9.5 in Rangers-Athletics, and a DeGrom prop play against Seattle. Throughout, the hosts promote VSiN Pro and the V-CIN Watch app as essential tools for bettors.