Fantasy Sports
In Fantasy eSports: Everything is Virtual Except the Money
Benny Evangelista of the San Francisco Chronicle wrote a piece this past weekend about the explosive new industry: Fantasy eSports (or competitive video gaming). While the games are virtual, the cash is real.
Twitch Acquisition of GoodGame to Further Enhance eSports Fantasy, Betting
Twitch, the streaming social media outlet that has already helped put online poker back on the map, announced this weekend its acquisition of GoodGame, a full-service agency dedicated to serving the needs of pro-gamers and brands interested in the eSports sector.
Zack Greinke extends scoreless streak to 43 2/3 and has .214 ERA vs. Fri Roster
(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – Dodgers starting pitcher Zach Greinke has extended his scoreless streak to 43 2/3 innings with striking a season-high 11 through the eighth and leading Los Angeles to a 5-0 victory over Washington on Sunday.
For Daily Fantasy Sports players and gamblers alike, Greinke should be able to extend that streak even further on Friday if history has any say in the matter.
Steelers vs. Patriots Betting Line – 2015 Week 1 NFL: DFS Outlook
The Steelers vs. Patriots Week 1 betting line for the new 2015 season had New England as a -3.5 home favorite despite the likelihood that Tom Brady will not be playing due to a suspension for his allegedly involvement in a scheme to deflate footballs in a Playoffs game versus Indianapolis.
Daily Fantasy Sports Sites: What Investors and Venture Capitalists Need to Know
In conjunction with your sister site DFS911.com, Gambling911.com is working to create the most authoritative, comprehensive and updated Daily Fantasy Sports review section for potential investors and venture capitalists along with would be business men and women hoping to dive feet first into this highly competitive industry.
Most Daily Fantasy Sports Sites Will Fail, Says Early Industry Investor
One of the earliest investors on the Daily Fantasy Sports scene - a man who pumped money into what would eventually become the 3rd largest DFS site DraftDay - says he’s been approached by no fewer than two dozen would be Daily Fantasy site operators.
“It’s my opinion that they will all fail,” says Ezra Galton, Senior Associate at Chicago Ventures.
Why?
DFS MLB Returns Friday: This Batter Has Gone 12-for-18 Against Opposing Pitcher
(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – Looking for a solid batting lineup for Friday’s return of Daily Fantasy Baseball. You cannot afford to be without this 2nd baseman on your roster.
The Padres Jedd Gyorko has been sick against Rockies opposing starting pitcher Jorge De La Rosa, for which he has hit 12-for-18 at bats, five of which were extra base hits. These included three RBIs. Gyorko has not hit any homers off of De La Rosa.
Gyorko has been solid since returning to the Padres, collecting seven base hits in his last 16 at-bats.
Live Betting on The Open 2015: Retief Goosen Would Pay $3500 With Win
Live betting on The Open 2015 was available at Sportsbook.ag, where one can actually place wagers on the tournament while it is in progress.
Daily Fantasy Baseball: This Pitcher has a .137 ERA vs. Opposing Roster
(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – With Major League Baseball returning, Daily Fantasy Sports players mouths will be watering. The most sought after starting pitcher should be….
Clayton Kershaw, though we know he’ll come with a steep price tag.
The LA Dodgers starter has allowed just 11 hits off of 80 at bats against the current Washington Nationals roster, limiting them to a single homerun over this time period. That has resulted in an impressive .137 ERA vs. this Nationals squad.
Draft Ops Review: Daily Fantasy Sports Site Makes Deal With Barclays Center
Gambilng911.com has your Draft Ops review for those looking to potentially invest in the fast growing Daily Fantasy Sports sector or simply searching for an alternative to DraftKings or FanDuel.
This is a company that seems to have some serious ambitions after entering into a critical deal with Brooklyn’s Barclays Center in recent weeks. They had previously signed a deal with Bellator, the Mixed Martial product.
Browns Odds to Win AFC North 2015
The Browns odds to win the 2015 AFC North were at 14-1 with Johnny Manziel likely at the helm as starting quarterback.
Cleveland, at least to start the season, proved especially competitive in one of the toughest divisions. At one point they led the division, winning six of their first eight games. Then came Johnny Manziel.
Sportsbook Remains Confident in Cowboys, Dez Bryant as Deal Reportedly Reached
(Gambling911.com Sports Wire) – The Dallas Cowboys had until 4 pm EST to have a long term extension worked out with star receiver Dez Bryant or else risk not losing him in training campa and potentially some games, a scenario that may have ultimately affected NFL future bettors who believe Bryant can finish the season as the league’s top receiver at 10-1 odds.
Tom Brady Daily Fantasy Football Outlook – 2015
Tom Brady’s Daily Fantasy Football outlook for 2015 is questionable with the reigning Super Bowl winning quarterback expected to miss the first four games of the regular season due to a suspension over the alleged deflation of footballs in a post season game versus the Colts.
British Open 2015 Fantasy Sports Contests Galore
DraftKings.com is among the leading Daily Fantasy Sports sites when it comes to offering top Golf contests and the British Open 2015 is no exception.
The Millionaire Maker for this week’s British Open is the most anticipated contest in Fantasy Sports to date with $1 million to be awarded to a single player.
Fox Sports, Fantasy Sports Network to Speak at Daily Fantasy Sports Expo
We are just three weeks away from the first ever Daily Fantasy Sports Expo in Miami Beach and Gambling911.com can now confirm that Fox Sports will be speaking.
Additionally, Mike Cardano, Business Development Administrator at the Fantasy Sports Network will speak on at the Daily Fantasy Sports Expo, taking place Aug 6-7, 2015 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. He will also moderate several panels.
Draftster Review –Daily Fantasy Sports Site Appears to be on Downward Spiral
Gambling911.com, covering the Daily Fantasy Sports sector along with its sister site DFS.com, offers its review of Draftster.com for those looking to potentially invest in this fast growing sector as well as those looking for an alternative to DraftKings or FanDuel.
AlphaStreak Review: Can We Trust This Daily Fantasy Sports Turnkey Solution?
If you are looking for information on AlphaStreak “The Game Plan”, a new Daily Fantasy Sports turnkey solution, be sure to check out the latest updates at Gambling911.com sister site DFS911.com (Review Section coming soon).
The good news: AlphaStreak is a member of the Fantasy Sports Trade Association.
FanDuel to Announce it has Raised Another $275 Million
FanDuel, the world’s largest Daily Fantasy Sports site, was set to announce it has raised $275 million in a new round of financing, bringing its total haul from investors to $360 million.
How Is PlayDraft.com – Daily Fantasy Sports Review
If you are looking for information on PlayDraft.com and its position in the fast growing world of Daily Fantasy Sports, Gambling911.com has your review below.
DraftKings Embraces Yahoo Entry Into Daily Fantasy Sports
Yahoo’s announced entry into Daily Fantasy Sports last week doesn’t scare industry start-up DraftKings, unless CEO Jason Robins is just putting up a good front.
“We think it’s tremendous for the industry that such a renowned digital company like Yahoo is choosing to join our space, and it serves as further proof of the popularity of daily fantasy sports.”
Havas Edge Loses DraftKings as Daily Fantasy Sports Site to Spend Six Times More
Out with the old and in with the new as ad agency Havas Edge will no longer be handling the spend for Daily Fantasy Sports juggernaut DraftKings.
Daily Fantasy Baseball: Chris Young Has Allowed Just 19 Hits on 89 At Bats vs. Jays
(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – When it comes to Daily Fantasy Baseball Saturday, Royals starting pitcher Chris Young is among your best options.
Young has allowed a mere 19 hits off of 89 at bats versus the current Blue Jays roster. Only two of those were homeruns.
He has performed well over his last three starts, allowing a total of six runs over 17.2 innings with an 11:3 K:BB. Young has posted a 2.89 ERA and 1.01 WHIP in 18 appearances (12 starts) with the Royals this season.
Tony Romo Daily Fantasy Football Outlook – 2015
Tony Romo’s Daily Fantasy Football outlook for 2015 should be quite good provided he can stay healthy. He will likely enter the season priced somewhere around $7800.
He may be a tad overpriced, having averaged slightly better than 21 fantasy points last season. Romo though should enter this season healthier than he’s been in years.
Twitter Universe Reacts to DraftKings Decision to Allow Automated Software
The reaction to Daily Fantasy Sports site DraftKings decision to allow high-volute players to utilize automated software tools had elicited quite a bit of discourse from Gambling911.com Twitter followers Friday.
A quick recap:
DraftKings has changed its policy as to now allow these high-volume multi-entry players the use of automated software tools. This allows said players – a minority on the site who tend to rake in the most cash – to enjoy a decisive edge when it comes to last minute roster changes and adverse weather situations.
Coachese68 tweeted:
DraftKings Now Permitting Automated Software Tools: Catching Flack From Players
A change in DraftKings policy allowing high-volume multi-entry players the use of automated software tools has not gone over well with the number two largest Daily Fantasy Sports site’s other customers.
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Reduction of Cowboys Greg Hardy Suspension May Improve 2015 Season Wins Odds
(Gambling911.com Sports Wire) – Dallas Cowboys defensive end Greg Hardy is suspended for four games but that’s a far cry from the ten-game suspension he had previously been looking at prior to Thursday’s successful appeal ruling.
ESPN noted that Hardy was initially suspended in April by the NFL for what it deemed to be multiple violations of the league's personal conduct policy during an incident with a former girlfriend in the spring of 2014. She later declined to press charges.
DFS MLB: This Pitcher has Only Allowed 18 Hits Off 94 at Bats Vs. Opposing Roster
(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – If you are looking for a hot starting pitcher today, we have one with a .191 ERA versus the opposing roster.
That would be the Angels Hector Santiago, who has allowed just 18 hits off of 94 at bats versus Mariners batters. This includes only 5 extra base hits and 2 homeruns.
Santiago shut the Rangers out for seven innings Saturday while striking out three and walking one en route to his fifth win of the season. He has not allowed more than one run in his last three starts and no more than two in five of his last six.
How to Play Fantasy MMA - UFC…. And How to Bet It
Fantasy MMA, especially with the UFC matchups, is becoming big business, especially with DraftKings featuring a $75,000 guarantee prize pool and $20,000 going to first place for UFC 189.
Some of you may not know how it works. Understanding the scoring is key.
Yahoo Launches Daily Fantasy Sports Site: Will Take on DraftKings, FanDuel
Yahoo, long a leader in the season-long Fantasy Sports space, began offering Daily Fantasy Sports contests effective Wednesday (July 9, 2015). Yahoo has now positioned itself to compete with DFS juggernauts DraftKings and FanDuel.com, both of which have partnered with professional sports leagues and franchises.
Yahoo will first offer Major League Baseball Daily Fantasy contests then will expand into other sports such as the NFL.
Breaking News: Vulcun, AlphaDraft eSports Fantasy Sites Confirmed for DFSE
(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) - Two of the biggest names in eSports Fantasy Sports – Vulcun and AlphaDraft – have now confirmed they will be speaking at next month’s Daily Fantasy Sports Expo (DFSE) in Miami Beach (August 6-7).
