Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - August 22 2019

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Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Thursday August 22, 2019.


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Largest Upset in MLB in Past 15 Years for Bettors

From ESPN.com: “Justin Verlander pitched a two-hitter and lost, allowing homers to John Hicks and Ronny Rodriguez, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Houston Astros 2-1 on Wednesday night in a historic upset.

“With Verlander on the mound at home against the team with the majors' worst record, the Tigers (38-86) closed as +435 underdogs at Caesars Sportsbook, making their win against the Astros (81-47) the largest upset in a major league game in the past 15 seasons, according to ESPN Stats & Information research.”

Our Free Picks Record August 22

2019 MLB Record: 23-16-2 (58.9%) - No Plays Over -160

2018-19 College Basketball Record: 12-9 (57.1%)

2018-19 NBA Record: 7-5 (58%)

2018 MLB Record: 45-35 (56.2%)

2018 NBA Record: 12-4-1 (75%)

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