One of the most common references in the sports betting world is to the “squares” of the industry, which is the term used to refer to the general public, or the consensus selections in a given event. By tracking the consensus selections or “squares”, the professional has the ability to consistently bet against them. While they may not always win, in the long run the odds appear to favor going against the grain, as the majority of players ultimately lose on their wagers.
Of all of the sports where this theory can be applied, the MLB appears to be the strongest. Even the best teams in baseball are not going to win more than 80-percent of their games, so by going against the grain and playing the underdog, there is a profit to be made. The New York Yankees could win five in a row, but the odds of them winning 10-straight drastically lower, so it would then make sense to bet against their streak. Baseball isn’t the only sport that this can be applied to, as even in the NBA and NHL, upsets can happen. If the public is betting on the Los Angeles Lakers every night, and they are winning just two of every three games, then it makes sense to look for when they will fall and take advantage. Of course, as with playing any trend the most success goes to those with the most knowledge, so be sure to pick your spots against the pay head bookies and betting public.
