GOLF · 1 year ago

5 Dark Horse Candidates to Win the 2024 3M Open

Zack Cook

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Austin Eckroat
Austin Eckroat is the golfer we're consistently targeting in multiple ways this week. Despite his results being on a downward trend of late, his ball striking has seen some positive movement. Eckroat is due for some positive regression in his golf game, and with a less-than-stellar field at the 3M Open, this is precisely the time for him to pounce. Eckroat has thrived in these settings where the field isn't deep, and he should have the same mentality here that he can go out and win this golf tournament.

3M Open Odds: +5500

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Mackenzie Hughes
Mackenzie Hughes is coming off a strong showing at The Open Championship, where he finished the week T-16. The Canadian golfer has had a mixed bag of a season, but when he's at his best, he can go out and win a tournament. After a great week in trying conditions, Hughes has a lot of the traits we're looking for to find success at TPC Twin Cities. In a field that leaves a lot to be desired, there's no reason why Hughes can't make a statement and go out and win this tournament.

3M Open Odds: +5500
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Andrew Novak
Andrew Novak is one of the more accurate golfers in this field at TPC Twin Cities, which should help him stay in the hunt. Novak has had a solid 2024 campaign, finishing in the top 10 four times. Although he's yet to put it together thoroughly, this type of course plays well to his strengths, especially if he plays up to the level he can. If Novak can put it all together this week, we'll wonder why he was priced in this range.

3M Open Odds: +8000
Cameron Champ
Different approaches can lead to victory at TPC Twin Cities, and Cameron Champ has proven that in the past. Champ may be our biggest longshot of the week, but it's for good reason. Champ has already won this course, and he can bomb the ball off the tee, which has led him to succeed in tournaments like this. Although it hasn't been the most consistent season for him, the value he's listed at is hard to pass up.

3M Open Odds: +17000
Ben Griffin
Ben Griffin is someone we can trust this week. With a strong short game and a solid ball off the tee, Griffin has the tools to find his way into contention at this tournament. A strong iron game and good putting should get it done here, an area in which Griffin thrives. Although there are different ways to attack this golf course, Griffin's approach should put him in the conversation come the weekend. That's all we can ask for from a dark horse.

3M Open Odds: +5000

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Austin Eckroat
Austin Eckroat is the golfer we're consistently targeting in multiple ways this week. Despite his results being on a downward trend of late, his ball striking has seen some positive movement. Eckroat is due for some positive regression in his golf game, and with a less-than-stellar field at the 3M Open, this is precisely the time for him to pounce. Eckroat has thrived in these settings where the field isn't deep, and he should have the same mentality here that he can go out and win this golf tournament.

3M Open Odds: +5500

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