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Bayern club champs; bettors turn to Confed. Cup (May 25/13 | 00 Comments)
Bayern Munich needed a late goal from Arjen Robben to prevail 2-1 over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League final on Saturday.Bayern was being dealt at +1,100 at some books shortly after falling to Chelsea in last year's club final and was consi...
Kings at Sharks: What bettors need to know (May 25/13 | 00 Comments)
Los Angeles Kings at San Jose Sharks (-128, 4.5)Kings lead best-of-seven series 3-2.The sixth-seeded San Jose Sharks return to the safe haven of HP Pavilion with hopes of stretching their Western Conference second-round series to the limit as they ho...
Three long shots with value at the French Open (May 25/13 | 00 Comments)
Rafael Nadal will seek to win his eighth French Open Grand Slam when he takes on the best of the tennis world at Roland Garros.One look at his French Open resume proves he’s the undisputed outright favorite (-150), having lost just once in his last 5...
Sunday Night Baseball: Braves at Mets (May 25/13 | 00 Comments)
It's a NL East battle as the New York Mets host the Atlanta Braves on Sunday Night Baseball. New York Mets at Atlanta Braves (-123, 8)SHAUN STRUGGLES FOR THE METSShaun Marcum has not been what the Mets have hoped for so far. He is 0-5 with a 6.59 ERA...
Where the action is: Bettors backing Bruins, Blackhawks (May 25/13 | 00 Comments)
We check in with online sportsbook CarbonSports.ag about the flow of action coming in on today’s two NHL playoff games.New York Rangers at Boston Bruins – Open: -155, Move: -162The Rangers grinded out a 4-3 decision in Game 4 to stay alive and force ...
Heat at Pacers: What bettors need to know (May 25/13 | 00 Comments)
Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers (1.5, 182.5)Best-of-seven series tied 1-1.The Indiana Pacers had to answer a lot of questions about Roy Hibbert’s time on the court after getting edged out in Game 1. Hibbert was on the court for all the key moments of Ga...
Saturday's NHL playoffs: What bettors need to know (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
New York Rangers at Boston Bruins (-145, 5)Bruins lead best-of-seven series 3-1.Tuukka Rask tripped over his own skates in Game 4, opening the door for the New York Rangers in their Eastern Conference second-round series. Rask would like to end the t...
UFC 160 betting: Velasquez holds mental, statistical edge over Silva (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
UFC 160: Antonio Silva (+435) vs. Cain Velasquez (-635)If this bout looks familiar, it’s because almost a year ago Cain Velasquez painted the Octagon red with Antonio Silva’s blood at UFC 146. But “Bigfoot” Silva has also done the improbable to get b...
Upset watch: Red Wings' odds on the move (May 24/13 | 11 Comments)
The Detroit Red Wings are just one win away from defying the odds and bouncing the heavily-favored Chicago Blackhawks from the Stanley Cup Playoffs.The Red Wings took a commanding 3-1 series lead with a 2-0 victory in Game 4 of their second-round pla...
Spurs at Grizzlies: What bettors need to know (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
San Antonio Spurs at Memphis Grizzlies (-5.5, 177.5)Spurs lead best-of-seven series 2-0.The Memphis Grizzlies are in must-win mode as the Western Conference finals move to the FedExForum for Saturday’s Game 3 against the visiting San Antonio Spurs. T...
NBA action report: Money pouring in on Indy/Miami over (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
After an exciting start to the series, the NBA Eastern Conference finals move to Game 2 Friday night. Miami got a late driving layup by LeBron James to win the game 103-102, but failed to cover as the 8.5-point favorite. Lines opened with Miami as a ...
DOJ to seek another extension after bicycle accident (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
The U.S. Department of Justice, fresh off of receiving an extension in its fight against legalized sports betting in New Jersey, could receive another extension after appellate attorney Scott McIntosh was injured in a bicycle accident, according to J...
Indianapolis 500 driver chooses winning over sex (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
Three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves is in hot water with his girlfriend after making a bold statement ahead of the 97th running of the event this Sunday.The legendary driver was asked if he would give up sex for an entire year in exc...
Record-setting Kings cashing for under bettors (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
When was the last time the Los Angeles Kings gave up more than three goals in an NHL playoff game?If you said April 25, 2011, pat yourself on the back.Yes, the last time the Kings gave up more than three goals in a postseason game was over two years ...
New hope for legalized single-game betting in Canada (May 24/13 | 33 Comments)
Good news for sports bettors in Canada: New life is breathing into single-game wagering bill C-290, currently awaiting a final vote in the Senate. It seems recent controversy over misuse in spending from a handful of senators has Conservative members...
French Open betting: Men to watch at Roland Garros (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
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NASCAR betting: Coca-Cola 600 preview (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
The Charlotte Motor Speedway will play host to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series for the second consecutive week on Sunday with the running of the longest event of the season, the Coca-Cola 600.Here’s our betting preview:Favorite: Jimmie Johnson (+600)Joh...
Home crowd has huge impact on Froch vs. Kessler 2 (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
Home-field advantage is usually reserved for spots like Cameron Indoor Stadium at Duke or CenturyLink Field in Seattle. Boxing bettors, however, are putting a lot of weight into the venue for this weekend’s rematch between Carl Froch and Mikkel Kessl...
French Open betting: Women to watch at Roland Garros (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
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Dirty Girls: Favorites To Win Women's French Open (May 24/13 | 11 Comments)
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Senators at Penguins: What bettors need to know (May 24/13 | 00 Comments)
Ottawa Senators at Pittsburgh Penguins (-213, 5.5)Pittsburgh leads best-of-seven series 3-1.After coming under fire with his words, Daniel Alfredsson will look to ignite the Ottawa Senators with his actions Friday as they attempt to stave off elimina...
Oakland A's pitching keying hot under run (May 23/13 | 22 Comments)
Once upon a time, the Oakland Athletics were cashing in for over bettors at a record setting pace. The A's started the season with a blistering 25-7 O/U record and were as close to a sure thing as you could find.Oakland has decided to flip the script...
Pacers at Heat: What bettors need to know (May 23/13 | 00 Comments)
Indiana Pacers at Miami Heat (-7, 180.5)Miami leads best-of-seven series 1-0.The biggest concern the Indiana Pacers had before Game 1 was how they would match up when the Miami Heat went to a small lineup. Turns out that those concerns are still arou...
Three pitchers with value for under bettors Friday (May 23/13 | 11 Comments)
Following a relatively quiet Thursday in the major leagues, action picks up with a full slate of games Friday. There are a number of pitchers taking the hill who have been hot under picks in their most recent starts. Here is a look at three of them.A...
Chamber of Commerce not quitting on C290 and single-game betting (May 23/13 | 11 Comments)
Fresh off the heels of a plea from Windsor West MP Brian Masse to the Senate to approve Bill C-290, the Windsor (Ontario) Chamber of Commerce is now making an 11th hour push to have the single-game wagering bill approved.President and CEO of the Wind...
Guard, group received big money in USD point-shaving scandal (May 23/13 | 1414 Comments)
Remember the University of San Diego point-shaving story that broke back in 2011? A recent article by Rob Dauster at NBCSports.com reveals Torero's guard Brandon Johnson, who was the main culprit in the scandal, and the group behind the point-shaving...
Action Report: Bettors buy into Sharks-Kings home trend (May 23/13 | 00 Comments)
The NHL has the postseason spotlight all to itself Thursday night. There are three playoff games on the go, keeping sportsbooks busy adjusting their hockey odds. We talk with Michael Stewart, an oddsmaker with CarbonSports.ag, about the betting patte...
Rafa, Serena odds on faves to capture French Open (May 23/13 | 11 Comments)
The French Open, the second Grand Slam event of the season, gets underway Sunday in Paris and the actual draw will take place Friday. Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams are the two favorites heading into the finale of the clay court season.The Australi...
Champions League final: What bettors need to know (May 23/13 | 11 Comments)
Two German giants face off in the Champions League final as Bayern Munich will face Borussia Dortmund in the most prestigious match in European club football. Munich was dominant in the Bundesliga campaign winning the league by 25 points over second-...
Capper debate: Does long layoff benefit Spurs or Grizzlies? (May 23/13 | 22 Comments)
The NBA playoff schedule makes about as much sense as Gary Busey with the Western Conference finals playing two games before the Eastern side even got underway.Now, the San Antonio Spurs and Memphis Grizzlies, who played Game 2 Tuesday don’t play unt...
Covers Experts' football forecast: Texans at Ravens Week 3 (May 23/13 | 00 Comments)
Odds are out for the biggest and best games of the upcoming NFL season. Covers Expert Sean Murphy gives you his insight into some of these marquee matchups and predicts where the odds could move before kickoff. NFL Week 3: Houston Texans at Baltimore...
DOJ granted extension in New Jersey sports betting case (May 23/13 | 00 Comments)
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals gave the U.S. Department of Justice a helping hand in its fight against legalized sports betting in the state of New Jersey Wednesday, adding a few extra seconds to the clock.The DOJ, along with the NFL, NBA, MLB, N...
Thursday's NHL playoff action: What bettors need to know (May 22/13 | 00 Comments)
San Jose Sharks at Los Angeles Kings (-144, 5)Series tied at 2-2.The sixth-seeded San Jose Sharks were one goal away from being in a 3-0 hole in their Western Conference second-round series. Thanks to Logan Couture, they have a chance to take a 3-2 l...
Loss of WR Crabtree won't move 49ers' futures, spreads (May 22/13 | 22 Comments)
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Michael Crabtree has a torn Achilles tendon and will require potential season-ending surgery. But despite the loss of their top downfield threat, the Niners' futures and early game spreads will not be adjusted."Don't...
Spurs-Grizzlies series makes huge move after two games (May 22/13 | 00 Comments)
The final in the west is two games in and the final in the east has one game completed. The San Antonio Spurs opened as slight favorites in their series versus the Memphis Grizzlies but have taken the first two games and are now -450. Here is a look ...
Covers Experts' football forecast: 49ers at Seahawks Week 2 (May 22/13 | 11 Comments)
Odds are out for the biggest and best games of the upcoming NFL season. Covers Expert Sean Murphy gives you his insight into some of these marquee matchups and predicts where the odds could move before kickoff. NFL Week 2: San Francisco 49ers at Seat...
Three reasons why you should bet the WNBA (May 22/13 | 33 Comments)
The WNBA opens its 17th season to thunderous applause this Friday. Well, maybe not thunderous. And, maybe not applause. More like a slow sarcastic clap.Most often, the league serves as a better punchline than entertainment but like all sports – popul...
Big payday awaits bettors if NYR can pull off miracle comeback (May 22/13 | 00 Comments)
With the second round of the NHL playoffs in full swing, we'll take a look back at the series prices from where they started, to where the price sits heading into Game 5 between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Ottawa Senators Friday.Odds courtesy of Bet3...
Where the action is: Public pounds Pens, books cheer for Sens (May 22/13 | 00 Comments)
The Ottawa Senators aren’t going to let Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins walk all over them in Round 2 of the NHL playoffs. The Sens stunned the Pens with a 2-1 overtime victory in Game 3 but that isn’t enough to convince hockey bettors to b...
Streak Survivor picks Yankees to extend winning ways (May 22/13 | 00 Comments)
We've got yet another Streak Survivor contestant who is a pair of correct picks away from some cold hard cash.Covers Contests member bmitt currently has their winning streak up to 15 and will take home $1,000.00 with two more correct picks.Not only w...
Where the action is: Miami money not afraid of rusty Heat (May 22/13 | 00 Comments)
Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals finally get underway in South Beach Wednesday. Oddsmakers have tabbed the Miami Heat as 8-point home favorites hosting the Indiana Pacers. We chat with Aron Black of online book Bet365.com about the betting pat...
Odds On Robert Pattinson's Next Girlfriend (May 22/13 | 00 Comments)
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Penguins at Senators: What bettors need to know (May 21/13 | 00 Comments)
Pittsburgh Penguins at Ottawa Senators (+124, 5.5)Penguins lead best-of-seven series 2-1.The Pittsburgh Penguins were moments away from securing a commanding 3-0 advantage in their Eastern Conference second-round series - only to let it slip away. Th...
Crowne Plaza Invitational: Golf betting preview and picks (May 21/13 | 00 Comments)
The PGA Tour remains in the Lone Star State for the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial. After playing holes No. 1 and 2, Colonial jumps into a three-hole stretch referred to as the "Horrible Horseshoe", the three most difficult holes on the golf c...
Six of the hottest bets in sports (May 21/13 | 00 Comments)
A pair of tennis masters and an NHL team with a penchant for late goals highlight some of the hotter plays in sports recently. Here is a quick look at some athletes and teams to consider going forward.(Odds courtesy of Bet365.com)Rafael NadalThe Span...
Pacers at Heat: What bettors need to know (May 21/13 | 22 Comments)
Indiana Pacers at Miami Heat (-8, 181.5)The last time the Miami Heat had a long layoff between series, they came out rusty and dropped Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. The Indiana Pacers, who visit the Heat for Game 1 of the conference fi...
Numbers show underdogs with high totals worth a look (May 21/13 | 00 Comments)
The folks over at SportsInsights have been advising readers to take underdogs with high totals for some time now. A recent article shows they have collated such numbers over the course of the past eight-plus MLB seasons and the data certainly backs u...
Heat have played under in Game 1 during "Big Three" Era (May 21/13 | 11 Comments)
The Miami Heat’s surplus of firepower is impressive but NBA bettors sometimes forget just how dominant they can be defensively. Miami, which has ranked among the Top 6 defensive teams each year since the formation of the “Big Three”, is especially st...
Where the action is: Sharp Memphis money shrinks spread (May 21/13 | 00 Comments)
The NBA Western Conference finals flip the page to Game 2 Tuesday night. San Antonio scored a convincing 105-83 win as a 4.5-point home favorite in the series opener, so books have tacked on a couple extra points to the Game 2 spread. We talk to onli...
NFL 2013 betting breakdown: New Orleans Saints (May 21/13 | 00 Comments)
New Orleans Saints (2012: 7-9 SU, 8-8 ATS, 10-6 O/U)2013 NFL season win totalAtlantis Casino: Over 9.5 -115 / Under 9.5 -115Cantor Gaming: Over 9 (-115) / Under 9 (-105)Covers Experts advice“Last year was a huge disappointment for the Saints but many...