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Chris Vasile

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Betting Analyst Years of Experience Icon12+ years experience
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Years of Experience Icon12+ years experience Covers Email Icon Twitter Icon

Chris Vasile has been in the betting industry for well over a decade honing his craft as a writer, editor and handicapper. A journalism graduate from Conestoga College in Kitchener, Ontario, Chris has contributed betting and non-betting content for online publications such as ProSportsDaily and The Hockey Writers, in addition to Covers. With a keen interest in soccer, Chris has been featured on Covers' 'Before You Bet' and runs his own YouTube channel — Game Day Wagers.

When it comes to daily sports betting, his sportsbook of choice is bet365 for the plethora of markets and great UX. Chris' top sports betting advice is to stick to what you know. Being a jack of all trades and master of none is a quick way to bust the bankroll. Find one or two sports you can devote your time to and trust the process.

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Team: Toronto Maple Leafs
Sport to bet on: College Football
Sports movie: Happy Gilmore
Sports snack: Nacho Dip
Covers feature: Matchups Page
Cashing the +200 on the moneyline behind Trevor Lawrence’s 347 passing yards and three touchdowns. Alabama was held off the scoresheet in the second half which only re-enforced my love of the Clemson defense all season long. Alabama losses + winning a nice chunk of change. Nothing better.
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A more recent one was suffering through the Blue Jays' Wild Card collapse vs. the Mariners in 2022. Toronto was up 8-2 after the fifth inning, only to lose 10-9. I lost my money, and lost my team. It was an all around terrible time.
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DraftKings Promo Code: Bet $5 on the U.S. Open, Get a $300 Bonus If It Wins

Jun 14, 2025 • 9:06 AM ET

Unlock the DraftKings promo code offer for the 2025 U.S. Open: Bet $5, get $300 in bonus bets if your wager wins.

2025 U.S. Open Cut Line Odds: Cut Line Holds at +7

Jun 13, 2025 • 7:54 PM ET

Only 60 golfers make the cut line for the 2025 U.S. Open! See our live odds and where the cut settles after Friday's round.

Kevin Durant Next Team Odds: A Trio of Teams Emerge as Ideal Landing Spots

Jun 13, 2025 • 4:33 PM ET

Chris Vasile breaks down the latest Kevin Durant next team odds, including rumors about Miami, Houston, and Minnesota.

FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Odds: Real Madrid Enter As Favorites

Jun 13, 2025 • 1:39 PM ET

Chris Vasile breaks down the latest FIFA Club World Cup 2025 odds ahead of this intriguing tournament, which runs from June 14 to July 13. Among the favorites, you will find global powerhouses, Real Madrid, Man City, and Paris Saint-Germain.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Odds: 1 Year Out, Who’s on Top?

Jun 11, 2025 • 6:33 PM ET

Soccer’s biggest event is less than a year away. Join Chris Vasile as he breaks down the way-too-early 2026 FIFA World Cup betting favorites, featuring Spain and the defending champions, Argentina.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Odds: Spain Tabbed as Early Favorites

Jun 11, 2025 • 3:03 PM ET

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is just under a year away, and Spain has been tabbed the early favorites ahead of other global powerhouses such as Brazil and Argentina.

FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Predictions, Picks & Odds: PSG Reign Supreme

Jun 11, 2025 • 1:24 PM ET

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup gets underway on Saturday and promises to be the best edition of the tournament yet. With an expanded format, Chris Vasile breaks down his favorite picks, including a pair of juicy plus-money markets.

2025 Ballon d'Or Odds: Dembele, Yamal Neck-and-Neck

Jun 6, 2025 • 9:34 AM ET

Fresh off his Champions League triumph with PSG, Ousmane Dembele is the slight betting favorite to claim his first-ever Ballon d'Or award.

2025 French Open Odds: Sabalenka Heavy Favorite Ahead of Gauff Showdown

Jun 5, 2025 • 1:26 PM ET

Aryna Sabalenka will meet Coco Gauff in Saturday's Final with the World No. 1 opening as a heavy favorite. On the men's side, Carlos Alcaraz is showing why he was the pre-tournament favorite for the French Open as he's fallen to sub-even money ahead of the semifinals.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Next Team Odds: Greek Freak Does Toronto?

Jun 2, 2025 • 2:59 PM ET

Chris Vasile breaks down the latest saga in Milwaukee and offers his take on Giannis Antetokounmpo's next team odds ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Champions League Odds: PSG Crowned Champions, +700 to Defend Next Season

Jun 2, 2025 • 1:22 PM ET

Fresh off of their first Champions League title, PSG sit fourth (+700) in the betting market behind the likes of Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Arsenal.

Pacers vs Knicks First Basket Picks & Odds for Game 5 Tonight

May 29, 2025 • 1:49 PM ET

The Indiana Pacers have one foot in the NBA Finals as they take on the New York Knicks tonight in Game 5. With plenty of scoring power on the floor, my first-basket picks hone in on the bigs for both sides.

Timberwolves vs Thunder First Basket Picks & Odds for Game 5 Tonight

May 28, 2025 • 2:40 PM ET

The Minnesota Timberwolves will need a fast start if they want to extend this series to Game 6. What better way to do so than by letting your best player take charge early?

Cristiano Ronaldo Next Club Odds: Sporting's In Play for Portuguese Icon

May 27, 2025 • 2:02 PM ET

Chris Vasile breaks down the latest Cristiano Ronaldo next team odds ahead of the 2025-26 season. Ronaldo's next team odds include Sporting, Al Hilal Riyadh, and Los Angeles FC.

Sky vs Mercury Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game

May 27, 2025 • 12:38 PM ET

Vasile's predictions: Reese struggles to produce in the desert.

Olympic Flag Football Odds: USA Favored to Dominate 2028 Games

May 22, 2025 • 12:50 PM ET

Flag football will make its debut at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. With NFL players now officially eligible to suit up, the odds heavily favor Team USA.

Mitch Marner Next Team Odds: Could Utah Make a Mammoth-Sized Splash?

May 20, 2025 • 2:50 PM ET

Expansion buzz, endless cap space, and a clean slate — it might be just the kind of chaos Mitch Marner’s next chapter needs.

PGA Championship Projected Cut Line and Odds: Line Holds at +1

May 16, 2025 • 8:04 PM ET

Betting the cut line and who will make the cut is a popular market for golf bettors, especially at major tournaments like the PGA Championship.

2025-26 Premier League Title Odds: Liverpool Are the Early Favorites

May 16, 2025 • 2:49 PM ET

After running away with the Premier League title, Liverpool are the early favorites to defend their title next season.

NFL Week 1 Odds & Betting Lines - Cowboys vs Eagles Season Opener, Ravens vs Bills Also On Tap

May 14, 2025 • 8:30 PM ET

NFL Week 1 odds are now available with the 2025 NFL schedule now fully released, with the Eagles hosting the Cowboys in the season opener on September 4.

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