2008 IPRR Odds Updated!
After last night's shocking announcement, IPRRPC oddsmaker Bobby Walker did something unheard of in IPRR history... he made two teams even money to win the Plaque O' Green!
"When the news hit the wire that one of the teams was going "Hyperbolic" I saw it as a signal that we've got a real storm brewing in that camp. Also, the subtle mention of a pre-race massage means that team is really dialed in. Eschewing the sponsors was a strong statement, especially when faced with the prospect of a shirtless Slim."
Moving to even status along with Hyperbolic is Akina Speed Stars.
"Silence can be deadly, but in this case I get the sense it's like winding up the rubber band on one of those balsa wood airplanes you used to play with when you were a kid, only to see it sail into the air the first time and come crashing to the ground and break into a million little pieces... but I digress. Akina Speed Stars gives me no indication they're going to crash; actually, they've given me no indication whatsoever, but I'm still hot on them to be in the hunt."
The other team moving up in the odds is Popped Biscuits.
"I spoke with Greg last night and he really impressed me with his focus and preparation. As Popped Biscuit's spiritual leader he really sets the tempo for PB and it seems like they're eager to step up on the podium in 2008. How the two rookies on their squad respond to the pressure will determine whether wagering on PB is a good bet."
All other odds were unchanged.
Current 2008 IPRR Odds:
Akina Speed Stars - (even)
Hyperbolic - (even)
Popped Biscuits - (4-1)
9021Speed0 - (5-1)
Big Red - (7-1)
Walker's Walkabouts - (8-1)
Mojo Drivin' - (10-1)
Team Shuckri - (15-1)
Vegas Lightning - (15-1)
Ontario Thunder - (50-1)
posted by Jim Storer @ 7/28/2008
5 Comments:
Silent AND deadly? The only reason Akina would be slowed to the point of tieing Hyperbolic is if our own Stevie P. unleashes one of his infamous "Silent But Deadly" death clouds during the race. I tell you, it can makes even the best competitor loose utter concentration.
I've heard you can see these so-called Death Clouds from space!!!
The smart money is on 9021Speed0. This team cannot be overlooked. They had a strong finish in their rookie campaign. They are willing to do anything. And, they have the potent male/female mix. I'd bet my career on it.
you have a career? i didn't know anybody involved in this worked!
I've been packing up SPD death bombs all week in prep. For Friday. David has been on my ass for about a month to haul ass on Friday (no walking aloud, I got crap about that last year) and I figured I could also use the extra propulsion from a week of Fenway franks and beans.
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