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A lifelong Cowboys, Cubs, Maple Leafs, and Gators supporter, Neil has been covering sports in print and online since 2011. His past stops include Sportsbook Review, USA TODAY, theScore, DraftKings Playbook, and RotoWire, among others. He employs a numbers-based approach to sports betting and spends ample time at KenWo Golf Club.

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Team: Chicago Cubs
Sport to bet on: PGA
Sports movie: The Color of Money
Sports snack: Pizza and pints
Covers feature: Bet Now, Bet Later
I’d love a DMC DeLorean to go back to 2016. The only thing topping cashing in on Danny Willet at the Masters was never hedging my preseason Chicago Cubs World Series ticket. What a year to be alive.
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Losing is part of the game, and I can’t predict the future, so I don’t dwell on the beats. Plus, always betting on the Dallas Cowboys and Toronto Maple Leafs means the losses come frequently, and especially when it matters most.
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Rangers vs Capitals Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Playoff Game

Apr 26, 2024 • 3:59 PM ET

The stark difference in star power has been a common theme so far in this series and will be one that rears its ugly head this evening. Find out more by reading Neil Parker's Rangers vs. Capitals Game 3 betting picks.

Today’s NHL Prop Picks and Best Bets: Fiala Fills It up at Crypto

Apr 26, 2024 • 2:51 PM ET

With the Kings and Oilers deadlocked entering an all-important Game 3 in Southern California, Neil Parker expects Kevin Fiala to stuff the net in tonight's Pacific Division tilt. Find out more in our daily NHL prop picks.

Panthers vs Lightning Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Playoff Game

Apr 25, 2024 • 3:55 PM ET

With two top-tier netminders manning the pipes for a crucial Game 3, Neil Parker anticipates tonight's matchup in Tampa Bay to be a low-scoring affair. Find out more in our Panthers vs. Lightning betting picks.

Today’s NHL Prop Picks and Best Bets: Can Sorokin Save Isles?

Apr 25, 2024 • 1:17 PM ET

Down 2-0 and getting completely outplayed, the Islanders are turning to Ilya Sorokin in net in hopes of getting back in the series. He highlights our NHL prop picks for April 25 below.

Kings vs Oilers Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Playoff Game

Apr 24, 2024 • 7:07 PM ET

The Oilers are sizable favorites on the moneyline in Game 2 against the Kings. Can Connor McDavid & Co. take a decisive lead before action shifts to California?

Today’s NHL Prop Picks and Best Bets: Kevin Fiala Tries to Pick Up the Pieces

Apr 24, 2024 • 12:29 PM ET

The Kings will have to pick up the pace if they want to even the score with the high-octane Oilers. That means Kevin Fiala will play an important offensive role tonight as he headlines our favorite NHL player props.

Capitals vs Rangers Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Playoff Game

Apr 23, 2024 • 3:53 PM ET

The Rangers can take a 2-0 series lead with another win over the Capitals tonight. Washington has struggled to score for weeks and must now try and conquer Igor Shesterkin, who is peaking at the right time. See how our betting picks shake out below.

Zurich Classic Sleeper Picks and Predictions: Horschel-Alexander Pairing Deserves More Love

Apr 23, 2024 • 12:17 PM ET

Billy Horschel is fresh off a win at the Corales Puntacana Championship and has a well-established history here at TPC Louisiana. Our Zurich Classic sleeper picks expect him to make more noise this week with Tyson Alexander by his side.

Today’s NHL Prop Picks and Best Bets: Playoff MacKinnon Strikes Again

Apr 23, 2024 • 9:32 AM ET

Nathan MacKinnon found another gear in Game 1 against the Winnipeg Jets, firing on all cylinders, and faces a very manageable shot total for the Colorado Avalanche in Game 2.

Kings vs Oilers Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Playoff Game

Apr 22, 2024 • 7:20 PM ET

With the offensive firepower the Oilers possess, it's hard to see the Kings keeping pace — especially in front of a raucous Edmonton home crowd. We break it all down in our Game 1 betting picks below.

Today’s NHL Prop Picks and Best Bets: Islanders Get Swept Up In Hurricanes Attack

Apr 22, 2024 • 1:19 PM ET

It's another stacked night of NHL playoff action as we've got four games on the slate. Our NHL expert Neil Parker has sifted through the odds and found three incredible matchups he's looking to exploit. Find out who and why below!

Stanley Cup Playoffs Scoring Props: Rack Em' Up, Mac

Apr 19, 2024 • 6:04 PM ET

The NHL playoffs get underway on Saturday and our NHL expert Neil Parker has you covered with four juicy "points leaders" picks for their respective series. Join us as we break down the best odds below!

Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers NHL Playoffs Series Odds, Picks & Preview

Apr 19, 2024 • 2:15 PM ET

Lather, rinse, repeat? This will be third straight year the Oilers play the Kings in the first round, and our NHL betting picks don't see the result changing for the better for Los Angeles. Find out how best to bet on Edmonton in this series.

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Boston Bruins NHL Playoffs Series Odds, Picks & Preview

Apr 19, 2024 • 11:02 AM ET

Toronto and Boston hook up once again in the postseason in what should be an exciting and closely fought series. Our NHL expert Neil Parker has crunched the numbers and believes one side has a decided edge. Find out which team that is below!

Marlins vs Cubs Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 19, 2024 • 9:21 AM ET

A.J. Puk's been a bit of a disaster as a Marlins starter, and our MLB picks think the Cubs bats will beat him up hook, line and sinker.

Today’s NHL Prop Picks and Best Bets: The End is Nigh

Apr 18, 2024 • 2:34 PM ET

It's the final night of the NHL regular season and there are several matchups worth mining in the NHL player props department even if few of the actual results are important. We're targeting Connor Bedard as he wraps up his rookie campaign in L.A.

Today’s NHL Prop Picks and Best Bets: Depend on Duchene, Robertson in Dallas

Apr 17, 2024 • 12:45 PM ET

The Stars need at least one point tonight to lock up the No. 1 seed in the West, and our NHL betting picks don't see them slacking off vs. the Blues. Find out which two player props we're targeting in this affair and more.

Penguins vs Islanders Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game

Apr 17, 2024 • 11:23 AM ET

Neither the Penguins nor Islanders have anything meaningful to play for as Pittsburgh has been eliminated from playoff contention and New York has its first-round match with Carolina set. Our betting picks find the best angle for a tough handicap.

Canucks vs Jets Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game

Apr 17, 2024 • 10:10 AM ET

The Canucks pride themselves on defense, and still with something to play for Thursday night, our NHL picks are backing them to slam the door on the Jets.

RBC Heritage Sleeper Picks and Predictions: Irishman Stabilizes at Harbour Town

Apr 16, 2024 • 2:01 PM ET

While Shane Lowry may be coming off a bad week at Augusta National, he topped the field in strokes gained approach and could just as easily bounce back at Harbour Town this week. Read more in our best RBC Heritage sleeper picks below.

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