Sleeper Picks: Procore Championship

1. Outright Win: Mark Hubbard (+6000)

   • Rationale: Despite being a non-winner on the PGA TOUR, Hubbard presents an intriguing option. The Procore Championship has shown a trend of breakthrough winners recently, with Sahith Theegala achieving his first win last year. Hubbard earned entry after medaling at Yolo Fliers Club with a 7-under 65, even after missing the registration deadline. He has a consistent track record at Silverado with six cuts and three top-25 finishes since 2019. Additionally, he has performed well on similar Poa annua greens at Pebble Beach, including a T4 finish earlier this year. With strong local support from family and friends, Hubbard could be a dark horse for a win.

2. Top 5 Finish: Patrick Fishburn (+1100)

   • Rationale: Fishburn has been on a hot streak, with two top-10s and two additional top-25s on the PGA TOUR over the summer, including a solo third in California at the Barracuda Championship. He ranks high in key statistics: 7th in Strokes Gained: Off-the-Tee, 4th in Greens in Regulation, 31st in Scrambling, and T9 in Par-5 Scoring. The trend also favors rookies at Silverado, with four rookies achieving a top-five finish in the last three editions, giving Fishburn a solid chance to replicate that success.

3. Top 10 Finish: Nick Taylor (+550)

   • Rationale: Taylor, a two-time winner since the last Presidents Cup, narrowly missed selection for the International team but remains a strong competitor. He has a solid history at Silverado, going 5-for-5 with three top-10 finishes since 2017. Taylor also has a strong record on Poa annua greens, with a win at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in 2020 and four top-20 finishes there. With the pressure off, Taylor could quickly return to form and secure another top-10 finish.

4. Top 20 Finish: Chad Ramey (+350)

   • Rationale: Ramey bounced back with a T19 at Silverado last year after missing the cut in his first two attempts. He ended the FedExCup Regular Season with four consecutive cuts made, including two top-25 finishes. Known for his accuracy off the tee and solid putting, his recent improvement in approach play enhances his potential for a top-20 finish.

5. Top 40 Finish: Stewart Cink (+190)

   • Rationale: At 51, Cink's experience and familiarity with Silverado, where he won in 2020, make him a valuable pick. Despite his age, the relatively shorter course suits his game well. Recent strong performances on the PGA TOUR Champions, including a win at The Ally Challenge and a solo third at the Ascension Charity Classic, show that Cink still has plenty left in the tank. The odds for a top-40 finish seem favorable given his form and course history.

These sleeper picks offer intriguing potential based on recent performances, course history, and value in betting odds.