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Chris Faria

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Betting Analyst Years of Experience Icon7+ years experience
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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."

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Team: Maple Leafs
Sport to bet on: Hockey
Sports movie: The Mighty Ducks
Sports snack: Wings
Covers feature: Betting Trends
At the start of every NHL season, me and a buddy make about a dozen prop bets with each other, ranging from player goals to team playoff positioning. I did pretty well last year and got a nice steak dinner out of it - not sure if there's a sweeter way to cash a win.
Best Betting Memory Icon Best Betting Memory
After they blew a 3-1 series lead to the Canadiens, I took the Maple Leafs to win Game 7 of their 2021 first round matchup. Needless to say, the loss stung in more ways than one as a Leafs fan.
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Mariners vs Tigers Prediction, Picks & Odds — Sunday, July 13

Jul 13, 2025 • 11:00 AM ET

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

Jul 12, 2025 • 11:38 AM ET

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

Jul 12, 2025 • 11:24 AM ET

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

Jul 6, 2025 • 2:46 PM ET

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!

Jul 5, 2025 • 11:49 AM ET

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

Jun 29, 2025 • 11:23 AM ET

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

Jun 28, 2025 • 9:00 AM ET

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

Jun 27, 2025 • 1:14 PM ET

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

Jun 22, 2025 • 8:52 AM ET

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

Jun 21, 2025 • 10:45 AM ET

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

Jun 20, 2025 • 3:00 PM ET

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

Jun 14, 2025 • 10:42 AM ET

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

Jun 12, 2025 • 12:15 PM ET

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

Jun 8, 2025 • 12:23 PM ET

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!

Jun 7, 2025 • 9:47 AM ET

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

Jun 6, 2025 • 11:41 AM ET

Brad Marchand has continued to produce for the Panthers, and our expert Stanley Cup Finals prediction expects Marchand to fire away.

Dodgers vs Yankees Props Picks & Best Bets for Sunday Night Baseball

Jun 1, 2025 • 8:28 AM ET

Tonight's Yankees-Dodgers clash should be electric, and our MLB expert has found prop bets for sluggers Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Aaron Judge.

Reds vs Cubs Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

May 30, 2025 • 8:21 AM ET

Andrew Abbott aced the Cubs when he faced them last weekend, and our MLB betting picks expect the Reds starter to run it back at Wrigley Field on Friday afternoon.

Jalen Brunson Picks, Predictions & Best Bets for Knicks vs Pacers Game 3

May 25, 2025 • 1:00 PM ET

Jalen Brunson will need to continue putting up big numbers if the Knicks want to get back in to the Eastern Conference Finals. Our NBA betting picks expect Brunson to rack up the assists in Indiana.

Tyrese Haliburton Picks, Predictions & Best Bets for Knicks vs Pacers Game 3

May 25, 2025 • 11:46 AM ET

Tyrese Haliburton has done it all throughout the Pacers' playoff run, and our NBA betting picks expect his playmaking ability to shine through in Game 3.

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