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European Soccer Civil War Threatens the Future

The pursuit of the almighty dollar, or in this case, the pound and the Euro, has taken the European soccer world to the brink of irreparable change. Twelve of the world’s biggest and richest soccer clubs have announced plans to break away from the European Champions League and create what they call the Super League. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/22/2021

NFL Partnering with Three Sportsbooks

NFL Partnering with Three Sportsbooks

The days of the NFL shying away from sports gambling are clearly in the rearview mirror. The NFL has announced an exclusive agreement with three sportsbooks — Caesars, FanDuel, and DraftKings — worth nearly $1-billion for the league.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/22/2021

Bet the Yankees-Indians Series - Head-to-Head Trends

Bet the Yankees-Indians Series - Head-to-Head Trends

Ahead of the series beginning April 22, 2021, 7 of the last 8 games in this series have gone OVER.  The UNDER has only occurred four times in the last 18 games.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/22/2021

NBA Betting April 22 – Los Angeles Lakers at Dallas Mavericks

NBA Betting April 22 – Los Angeles Lakers at Dallas Mavericks

There is a light at the end of the tunnel and it will shine brightly for the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday when they visit the Dallas Mavericks. After two months without Anthony Davis, the Lakers expect their big man to play in this contest, though his time on the floor will be limited.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Apr/22/2021

Chicago Issues Request for Proposals for City's First Casino Resort

Chicago Issues Request for Proposals for City's First Casino Resort

Today, the City of Chicago officially issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the opportunity to apply for the sole casino license in the country’s third-largest metropolitan market. The selected partner will be able to propose its optimal site for the project, pending the approval by the City. Chicago aims to welcome the new casino-resort by 2025.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/22/2021

2021 FCS Championship Tournament Odds and Round 1 Game Lines

2021 FCS Championship Tournament Odds and Round 1 Game Lines

The FCS Championship single-elimination tournament gets underway this weekend as the field of 16 teams begin bracket play on Saturday.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/21/2021

Best Bets for This Weekend - Apr. 24-25, 2021

Best Bets for This Weekend - Apr. 24-25, 2021

The fourth weekend in April just might be one of the most underrated sports weekends of the year.  

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/21/2021

Mets vs. Cubs Betting Preview - April 21

Mets vs. Cubs Betting Preview - April 21

The Chicago Cubs are a +112 favorite at home but this series favors them in a big way.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/21/2021

Sports Betting Beat: NC Considers Online Sports Gambling

As strange as this may seem, North Carolina was among the first US states to legalize sports betting.  You'd hardly know it.  The only location offering bets on sporting events is the Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort in Cherokee, NC.  If you haven't heard of Cherokee, join the club. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/21/2021

Sports Betting Beat: Michigan Cracks Top 3

Sports Betting Beat: Michigan Cracks Top 3

Plus Facebook running an illegal gambling enterprise?  A group of individuals claim they are and have filed a suit in Northern California.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/21/2021

MGM National Harbor Debuts “Casino Al Fresco”

MGM National Harbor Debuts “Casino Al Fresco”

Panoramic views of Northern Virginia married with the thrill of the next jackpot create a one-of-a-kind venue that can only be experienced at MGM National Harbor. Today, the integrated resort across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. debuts an outdoor gaming terrace where guests can enjoy their favorite slot games in an unmatched setting.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/21/2021

MLB Betting Picks – Atlanta Braves at New York Yankees April 21

MLB Betting Picks – Atlanta Braves at New York Yankees April 21

Two teams expected to contend for a World Series appearance and a MLB title have gotten off to slow starts in the 2021 season. The Atlanta Braves will attempt to split the interleague series after dropping the opener 3-1 to the New York Yankees on Tuesday.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Apr/21/2021

Gisele Bündchen Joins DraftKings as Special Advisor to the Board

DraftKings Inc. (Nasdaq: DKNG) today announced the appointment of Gisele Bündchen, environmental activist, philanthropist and former super model, as a special advisor to the company’s CEO and board of directors for environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) initiatives.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/21/2021

Curry Climbs MVP Odds Board and LaMelo Favored Again for ROY

Curry Climbs MVP Odds Board and LaMelo Favored Again for ROY

Stephen Curry has been on another planet in the scoring department lately, averaging nearly 40 points per game in April.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/20/2021

Poker Pro Lynne Beaumont Accuses Terik Brown in Bitcoin Scam, Case Takes Sinister Turn

Poker Pro Lynne Beaumont Accuses Terik Brown in Bitcoin Scam, Case Takes Sinister Turn

The accuser has received odd visits at her former home followed by phone messages that warn to stop defaming Terik (Tizzy) Brown

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/20/2021

NBA Betting Preview – Los Angeles Clippers at Portland Trail Blazers

NBA Betting Preview – Los Angeles Clippers at Portland Trail Blazers

Teams trending in opposite directions take to the hardwood on Tuesday night when the Los Angeles Clippers visit the Portland Trail Blazers in the second game of a TNT doubleheader. Winners in eight of their last nine games, the Clips continue to apply the heat to the front runners in the Western Conference.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Apr/20/2021

Sports Betting Briefs: Don't Hold Your Breath on Alabama

Sports Betting Briefs: Don't Hold Your Breath on Alabama

A four-package bill has just gotten through Alabama Senate after falling short by two votes.  All it took was a little tweaking. 

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/19/2021

Giants-Phillies Betting Preview - April 19, 2021

Giants-Phillies Betting Preview - April 19, 2021

The San Francisco Giants vs. Philadelphia Phillies game features a line of -110 both sides depending on the book.  The total was coming in at 8.5.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/19/2021

Sports Betting Briefs: Jake Paul Fight Big for Books, NFL Gets Cozy With Sports Betting

Sports Betting Briefs: Jake Paul Fight Big for Books, NFL Gets Cozy With Sports Betting

Though it may have seemed silly at the time, the fight between social media influencer Jake Paul and UFC fighter Ben Askren turned into a big win for the books.  Plus a $603K slots jackpot hits and casinos getting back to pre-pandemic numbers.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/19/2021

March Gambling Revenue Soars After 2020 Virus Shutdown

New Jersey’s casino and sports betting revenue more than doubled in March compared from year ago — but that’s because the emerging pandemic shut down casinos for the second half of the month last year.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/19/2021

2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifying Odds And Schedule

2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifying Odds And Schedule

FIFA has acquired or boarded up insurance for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, according to the recently-posted 2020 financial statements of the governing body. That said, there is undoubtedly no stopping to the commencement of this huge event.  

Submitted by Payton on, Apr/19/2021

Where Can I Watch, Bet the Usman vs. Masvidal 2 UFC 261 Fight From LA

The venues below have confirmed they will be showing the Kamaru Usman vs. Jorge Masvidal UFC 261 fight from the LA area

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/18/2021

Should You Bet the A's This Weekend?

Should You Bet the A's This Weekend?

The Oakland Athletics may be a dangerous team to bet on at 5-7 coming into their series against the Detroit Tigers, but there is an interesting trend you need to be aware of that could prove profitable.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/18/2021

Bet the Pirates-Brewers Series - Head-to-Head Trends

Bet the Pirates-Brewers Series - Head-to-Head Trends

Before you bet the Pirates-Brewers series, you will want to check out the latest betting trends, news and odds.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/18/2021

Toronto Blue Jays vs. Kansas City Royals Betting Preview - April 18, 2021

Toronto Blue Jays vs. Kansas City Royals Betting Preview - April 18, 2021

Kansas City is a -122 favorite at home versus Toronto +114.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/18/2021

White Sox vs. Red Sox Betting Preview - April 18, 2021

White Sox vs. Red Sox Betting Preview - April 18, 2021

Boston is as low as a -110 home favorite in the first game of a doubleheader in a series that has tended to give them an edge of late.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/18/2021

Jake Paul Knocks Out MMA Fighter in Under Two Minutes

Jake Paul Knocks Out MMA Fighter in Under Two Minutes

YouTube superstar Jake Paul proved he could fight with a knockout of MMA fighter Ben Askren in under two minutes Saturday night.  The oddsmakers did have Paul as a -200 favorite here.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/18/2021

White Sox vs. Red Sox Betting Preview - April 17, 2021

White Sox vs. Red Sox Betting Preview - April 17, 2021

The Chicago White Sox had a line of +105 vs. the Boston Red Sox at -110 for this 4:05 pm ET game.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/17/2021

Blue Jays vs. Royals Betting Preview - April 17, 2021 (Double Header)

Blue Jays vs. Royals Betting Preview - April 17, 2021 (Double Header)

Toronto is -116, KC +106 in this Saturday afternoon game, starting time 2:10 pm ET.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/17/2021

Rays vs. Yankees Betting Preview - April 17, 2021: Tampa 16-5 vs New York

Rays vs. Yankees Betting Preview - April 17, 2021

The Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees line had both teams at -110 many of the books. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/17/2021

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