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We Got Ourselves a New Chris Moneymaker 20 Years After Making History

We Got Ourselves a New Chris Moneymaker 20 Years After Making History

Plus your chance to go to London and play in the world’s highest-stakes poker tourneys against the best players on the planet!

Submitted by Ace King on, May/23/2023

What is the Head to Head Record for Orioles vs. Rangers? Betting Trends

What is the Head to Head Record for Orioles vs. Rangers? Betting Trends

The Orioles are almost a required bet for their series at home against the Rangers.  That's because Baltimore is 12-4 in the last 16 meetings.  This is a much improved Orioles team playing Texas Rangers team that is also improved and owns a 29-18 record.  But Baltimore has had their number even when they were in their growing stage last year. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/23/2023

Judge Rules Taking Bets From Grey Market No Big Deal

Judge Rules Taking Bets From Grey Market No Big Deal

New York federal district court judge Paul A. Engelmayer has ruled that it is fine for an online sportsbook to take bets from so-called "grey areas" just as long as the business discloses they did so and that information is accurate.

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, May/23/2023

What is the Head to Head Record for White Sox vs. Tigers? Betting Trends

Sunday's game with Eduardo Rodriguez starting for the Tigers and Dylan Cease for the White Sox we believe will stay UNDER 8.5 runs.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/23/2023

What is the Head to Head Record for Cardinals vs. Reds? Betting Trends

What is the Head to Head Record for Cardinals vs. Reds?  Betting Trends

The St. Louis Cardinals vs. Cincinnati Reds series has been fairly competitive with neither side enjoying an edge.  This has been an UNDER series of late though (8-3 favoring the UNDER).

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/23/2023

Online Sports Betting vs. Daily Fantasy Sports: What's the Difference?

Online Sports Betting vs. Daily Fantasy Sports: What's the Difference?

A recent debate may be riveting and contain some valid points but, as one industry operator recently said, it all comes down to sites like PrizePicks being smart enough to offer a sports betting-like product that doesn't require sportsbook licensing.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/23/2023

Bet on LeBron James Retiring or Playing for Another Team

Bet on LeBron James Retiring or Playing for Another Team

LeBron James is not retiring, at least according to the oddsmakers at BetOnline.  They've given that likelihood 11-2 odds.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/23/2023

They Are Dropping Like Flies at the Kindred Group

Mass exodus reported as CCO and CMO will leave the company in the autumn.  They follow other top executives out the door.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/23/2023

Concerns Mount Over Ability to Access 5Dimes Funds After May 29

Concerns Mount Over Ability to Access 5Dimes Funds After May 29

5Dimes announced on Monday it will be pulling out of the European betting market entirely. 

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, May/23/2023

Maine Gambling Control Unit Official: Calls Women 'Bitches', Defends White Nationalists

Maine Gambling Control Unit Official: Calls Women 'Bitches', Defends White Nationalists

Milt Champion, head of the Gambling Control Unit in Maine, has been suspended after posting some insensitive comments pertaining to women and African Americans.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, May/22/2023

5Dimes Shuts Down its European Market

5Dimes Shuts Down its European Market

5Dimes will stop accepting wagers effective Monday May 29 at 11:59 pm EST. 

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, May/22/2023

Jeopardy and Survivor Finale Odds Up Now - 2023

The entertainment world has a couple of sensational season finales on tap this week, and you can wager on which contestant you think will come out on top.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/22/2023

What Are Michael Block Payout Odds to Win 2023 Charles Schwab Challenge?

Out of 81 golfers listed on the odds board for this week's tourney, SportsBetting.ag gave Block the highest number at 350-1. The next-closest competitors are Michael Kim, Harry Hall and Dylan Wu at 200-1.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/22/2023

Former State Trooper Who Tipped Off Illegal Sports Betting Ring Pleads Guilty

Former State Trooper Who Tipped Off Illegal Sports Betting Ring Pleads Guilty

Seven individuals were charged in January for their role in running the business.  It is alleged to have taken in millions of dollars over a multi-year period as part of a 48-page complaint. 

Submitted by Frank Doyle on, May/22/2023

Maryland Looks to Require Handicappers, Influencers to Back Their Records

Maryland Looks to Require Handicappers, Influencers to Back Their Records

Plus UK lawmakers call for cryptocurrency trading to be regulated.  They want the market to be treated as gambling.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/22/2023

'Sometimes They Put a Sexy Mother F***** on the Jumbotron'...But WTF is Really Going on Here?

Mike "The Mouth" Matusow or - as we like to refer to him as - that guy who had sex with that MILF Kathy Griffin, somehow got his mug plastered upon the jumbotron during Game 1 of the Stars-Golden Knights playoff game in Vegas Friday night.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, May/21/2023

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Nunes vs Aldana Fight UFC 289 From Phoenix

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Nunes vs Spencer Fight UFC 250 From Phoenix

Betting is available on the Winner, Method of Victory and Total Rounds for UFC 289: Amanda Nunes at -310 and Irene Aldana +275 from Phoenix, Arizona. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/20/2023

And the 2023 Preakness Stake Winner Is...National Treasure

And the 2023 Preakness Stake Winner Is...National Treasure

National Treasure has won, Blazing Sevens 2nd and Mage ends up third in this year's Preakness Stakes.  Bob Baffert is back with the winner. 

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/20/2023

Screw the Gamblers Series - Part 1 - DraftKings CEO Details Master Plan

In this newly launched series, Gambling911.com details ways in which gambling firms routinely try to screw over their own customers.  Witness in Part 1 of this series, DraftKings CEO, Jason Robins, speaking at the recent Moffett Nathanson's Technology, Media, and Telecom Conference.  His focus: The pursuit of higher hold rates....at the expense of customers.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, May/20/2023

Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou Fight Odds: McGregor Doesn't See it Happening

Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou Fight Odds: McGregor Doesn't See it Happening

Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou is a much anticipated fight that is not yet confirmed.  That's not going to stop the books from offering odds on this bout.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, May/20/2023

Where Can I Bet on UFC 289 Online From My State?

UFC 289 will take place June 10 and it's a good one that features Amanda Nunes at -310 and Irene Aldana +275 as well as Beneil Dariush -135 vs. Charles Oliveira at +105.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/20/2023

Preakness Stakes 2023 Mudders: Blazing Sevens Requires a Second Look

Preakness Stakes 2023 Mudders: Blazing Sevens Requires a Second Look

Rain forecast was beginning to shift outside the 7 pm hour, thus holding off until some time after 8 pm as of 6 pm ET.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/20/2023

Mage Payout Odds of Winning the Preakness Stakes Now -140

Mage Payout Odds of Winning the Preakness Stakes Likely Between 5-2 and 4-1

The odds were be based on whether early Kentucky Derby favorite Forte raced or not but Forte was ultimately scratched.   This represents the shortest price thus far of the Triple Crown as no horse, Mage included, hit the minus number. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/20/2023

2023 Preakness Stakes Morning Odds

2023 Preakness Stakes Morning Odds

The 2023 Preakness Stakes morning odds saw very minuscule changes of around a quarter to a half a point.  Mage can now be gotten for a slightly better price of -125 compared to -140. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/20/2023

Where Can I Bet the Preakness Online From Idaho?

Where Can I Bet the Preakness Online From Idaho?

Betting on this year's Preakness Stakes race from Idaho is available courtesy of our friends at BetUS.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/19/2023

What Are the Preakness Payout Odds for: Chase the Chaos, Coffeewithchris, Red Route One, Perform

Chase the Chaos, Coffeewithchris, Red Route One, Perform each have significant payout odds racing in this year's Preakness Stakes race.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/19/2023

What Are the Payout Odds for National Treasure to Win the Preakness?

What Are the Payout Odds for National Treasure to Win the Preakness?

National Treasure has made back 70% of his $500,000 auction price with only a MSW win to his credit.  He promises a payout of $25 for every $10 bet or $250 for every $100 bet.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/19/2023

What Are the Payout Odds Blazing Sevens to Win the Preakness?

Blazing Sevens became the first pony to decline the Derby invitation.  But he will be running in Saturday's Preakness Stakes race with a promise to pay out $72.50 for every $10 bet.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/19/2023

Where Can I Bet the Preakness Stakes Online From Georgia

Where Can I Bet the Preakness Stakes Online From Georgia

You can bet the Preakness Stakes online from Georgia via BetOnline, offering the best bonuses in horse racing.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/19/2023

Law Enforcement Detail Sportsbook Customer Account Hackings

Law Enforcement Detail Sportsbook Customer Account Hackings

The defendant had at least three co-conspirators with 30 of the compromised betting accounts are located within the Southern District of New York.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/19/2023

Breaking News

Matt Savage is Becoming the Susan Lucci of Poker

"I’ve been nominated 7 out of the last 8 years (to the Poker Hall of Fame) since the public had a vote. The living members have the final vote but as always I have appreciated the support and honor of being up with the legends of the game."

US SEC Sues Coinbase, One Day After Suing Binance

"Today we charged Coinbase, Inc. with operating its crypto asset trading platform as an unregistered national securities exchange, broker, and clearing agency and for failing to register the offer and sale of its crypto asset staking-as-a-service program."