Chris Faria

Chris Faria


After writing a few pieces for the Varsity newspaper during his time at the University of Toronto, Chris Faria's career in sports truly began in 2019 when he attended the sports journalism program at Centennial College. Since then, he’s covered virtually every sport under the sun, having written for several different outlets including Covers and the Canadian Olympic Committee. A lifelong hockey fan and player, Chris currently works full-time for the National Hockey League.
Outside of hockey, he’s also an avid poker player and mixed martial arts fan, which is coincidentally his favorite sport to bet on – usually in the form of a parlay on bet365. The main lesson he’s learned from years of betting is bankroll management: "Never bet more than you’re comfortable losing and never chase your losses."
Sport to bet on: Hockey
Sports movie: The Mighty Ducks
Sports snack: Wings
Covers feature: Betting Trends


Dodgers vs Red Sox Prediction, Picks & Odds — Sunday, July 27
Our MLB betting picks believe Shohei Ohtani will stay hot at the plate vs. the Red Sox today.
Phillies vs Yankees Prediction, Picks & Odds — Saturday, July 26
No one is quite as hot as Kyle Schwarber right now in the National League, and he can pad his post-ASG resume with a big game against Yankees SP Marcus Stroman. We expect the Phillies slugger to do just that this afternoon.
Bryce Mitchell vs Said Nurmagomedov Predictions, Picks & Odds
Said Nurmagomedov has a slight edge in the eyes of our UFC betting picks, but the better bet for his bout with Bryce Mitchell is a quick finish.
MLB Player Props & Best Bets Today for July 19: Mashing Manny!
Baseball is back, and our expert MLB player props are targeting strong-hitting nights for Judge and Machado, and an early hook for Imanaga.
Mariners vs Tigers Prediction, Picks & Odds — Sunday, July 13
Cal Raleigh is swinging a hot bat, and our expert MLB predictions expect his hot bat to continue today against the Tigers.
Calvin Kattar vs Steve Garcia Predictions, Picks & Odds
Steve Garcia has been racking up the stoppages, but our UFC betting picks see Calvin Kattar slowing him down and grinding out a win sooner or later.
MLB Player Props & Best Bets Today for July 12: Wheeler Keeps Bringing the Heat
Zack Wheeler to continue making a solid case for NL Cy Young as he stacks up strikeouts against the San Diego Padres.
Rangers vs Padres Props Picks & Best Bets for Sunday Night Baseball
Our Rangers vs. Padres props expect big games from Marcus Semien, Fernando Tatis Jr., and Luis Arreaz.
MLB Player Props & Best Bets Today for July 5: Love Story!
Plenty of early action, and our expert MLB player prop predictions have three great props for the 4:00 pm games, including a big day for Red Sox slugger Trevor Story.
Cubs vs Astros Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Framber Valdez will keep the Cubs' bats quiet today, as our MLB betting picks explain.
UFC 317 Payton Talbott vs Felipe Lima Predictions, Picks & Odds
Faria's prediction: "Jungle Boy" is poised to grind Talbott down and extend his winning streak.
Twins vs Tigers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Faria's prediction: Look for both clubs to light up the scoreboard in the Motor City.
Mariners vs Cubs Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Our Mariners vs. Cubs predictions expect yet another productive offensive game from Cal Raleigh.
Red Sox vs Giants Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
As both teams struggle to produce a high-level of offense, expect a low-scoring day from the Boston Red Sox and San Francisco Giants going for round two at Oracle Park.
Curtis Blaydes vs Rizvan Kuniev Predictions, Picks & Odds
Curtis Blaydes is the right favorite over Rizvan Kuniev, but we're more bullish on the fight ending before reaching judges' scorecards, regardless of who gets his hand raised.
Brad Marchand Picks, Predictions & Best Bets for Panthers vs Oilers Game 5
The Florida Panthers will need Brad Marchand to be the road warrior that he is in order for the defending champs to take the series lead in Edmonton.
Tigers vs Orioles Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
After a stunning loss, the Detroit Lions are out for revenge to take the series at the hands of their ace, Tarik Skubal, as they wrap up their time in Baltimore against the Orioles.
Braves vs Giants Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Heliot Ramos has reached base safely in 11 straight games, and we expect the Giants outfielder to cross home plate in this afternoon's showdown at Oracle Park.
MLB Player Props & Best Bets Today for June 7: Alonso Goes Yard!
Big day of baseball, and our expert MLB predictions have prop betting options for Pete Alonso, Jacob deGrom, and Vinnie Pasquantino!
Brad Marchand Picks, Predictions & Best Bets for Panthers vs Oilers Game 2
Brad Marchand has continued to produce for the Panthers, and our expert Stanley Cup Finals prediction expects Marchand to fire away.