VSiN By The Books | April 20, 2026 | Hour 2

This episode of VSiN By The Books on April 20, 2026, dives deep into the early playoff action across the NHL and NBA, with a strong focus on the dramatic Game 1 outcomes and their implications for betting markets. The show opens with a lively discussion on the Orlando Magic’s surprising road victory over the Detroit Pistons, analyzing Cade Cunningham’s post-game comments about team energy and the Pistons’ lack of cohesion. The NHL segment highlights stunning comebacks, including the Vegas Golden Knights overcoming a third-period deficit to beat the Utah Jazz, and the Buffalo Sabres' dramatic turnaround after being shut out. Pete Jensen joins to break down the rising potential of young teams like the Montreal Canadiens and Edmonton Oilers, emphasizing the importance of goaltending and coaching in playoff success. The MLB conversation shifts to the Mets’ 11-game losing streak and the unexpected rise of the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis Cardinals in the NL Central, which is now the best division in baseball by record. The episode concludes with a detailed preview of the upcoming NFL Draft, exploring trade rumors involving Aaron Rodgers, Dexter Lawrence, and A.J. Brown, and analyzing potential draft-day moves that could impact team win totals and betting odds.