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Chris Vasile

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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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NFL Week 9 Against the Spread Picks for Every Game

Oct 29, 2024 • 4:37 PM ET

Week 9 of the NFL season features some intriguing games and Chris Vasile breaks down the slate and offers his free NFL picks against the spread.

Updated Super Bowl 2025 Odds for NFL Week 9: Captain Kirk Takes Charge

Oct 29, 2024 • 2:53 PM ET

The Kansas City Chiefs proved once again why they are the team to beat this season, but the Atlanta Falcons are the team with the biggest odds movement ahead of Week 9.

Super Bowl Odds 2025: Into the Lions Den

Oct 29, 2024 • 2:09 PM ET

While both Kansas City and San Francisco were winners, the Detroit Lions are the team turning heads and the one who's Super Bowl odds are shortening.

NFL Draft Betting Odds 2025: Sanders Stands Solo

Oct 28, 2024 • 2:17 PM ET

After yet another dazzling performance, Shedeur Sanders is now the betting favorite to go No. 1 overall in next year's NFL draft.

Ballon d'Or Betting Odds: Who Will Win the 2024 Ballon d'Or?

Oct 28, 2024 • 12:29 PM ET

The 2024 Ballon d'Or is set to be awarded today and one player who will not win the award is Vinicius Junior.

NFL Week 8 Against the Spread Picks for Every Game

Oct 27, 2024 • 4:45 PM ET

Week 8 of the NFL season features some intriguing games and Chris Vasile breaks down the slate and offers his free NFL picks against the spread.

Jalen Hurts' Record Against Every NFL Team

Oct 27, 2024 • 4:05 PM ET

Jalen Hurts has only been a full-time starter for two seasons, but he's already made a Super Bowl appearance and earned a massive five-year contract extension worth $255 million. The sky is the limit for this superstar QB, but there are some teams he has y

Premier League Predictions, Odds, and Schedule This Week

Oct 26, 2024 • 11:54 AM ET

The EPL season continues this weekend with some intriguing fixtures including a very important fixture between league leaders Liverpool and Arsenal.

Champions League Futures Odds: Barcelona Run Rampant

Oct 24, 2024 • 1:45 PM ET

Man City continue to lead the Champions League betting market but Barcelona's 4-1 thrashing of Bayern Munich and Real Madrid's 5-2 pounding of Dortmund has their odds shortening.

MLS Cup Odds: Inter Miami Remain Favorites Heading Into the Postseason

Oct 24, 2024 • 1:05 PM ET

Inter Miami continues to lead the way in the MLS Cup odds but the gap is closing with LAFC, Columbus, and the LA Galaxy closing in.

2024-25 EPL Title Odds: Man City Regain Favoritsm

Oct 23, 2024 • 1:44 PM ET

Thanks to a slip-up by Arsenal, Manchester City have regained the top spot on the EPL title odds board with Liverpool not too far off.

NFL Week 7 Against the Spread Picks for Every Game

Oct 15, 2024 • 4:42 PM ET

Parity in the NFL is very real as eight of the 15 games feature a spread shorter than a field goal. Join Chris Vasile as he breaks down the slate and offers his ATS picks for every game.

Updated Super Bowl 2025 Odds for NFL Week 7: Caleb Williams Has Bears on the Rise

Oct 15, 2024 • 2:33 PM ET

After notching their fourth-straight win, the Chicago Bears' Super Bowl odds are on the move. Led by an opportunistic defense, the Bears enter a bye-week full of confidence before heading out to face Washington on the road.

Canada vs Panama Predictions & Picks for Tonight’s International Friendly Match

Oct 15, 2024 • 12:44 PM ET

With goals hard to come by for both sides, Chris Vasile believes there's plenty of value in taking the Under tonight at BMO Field.

NFL Week 6 Against the Spread Picks for Every Game

Oct 8, 2024 • 4:46 PM ET

The 49ers travel to Seattle to take on the Seahawks on Thursday Night Football, and our NFL expert Chris Vasile believes the Niners will get you off to a winning start in your ATS pools.

Updated Super Bowl 2025 Odds for NFL Week 6: Jets Running on Empty

Oct 8, 2024 • 3:00 PM ET

After yet another loss, everyone's favorite Super Bowl sleeper — the New York Jets —have seen their Super Bowl odds lengthen. Will a coaching change be enough to get the Jets back into Super Bowl contention?

NFL Week 5 Against the Spread Picks for Every Game

Oct 1, 2024 • 3:49 PM ET

The Buccaneers travel to Atlanta to take on the Falcons on Thursday Night Football, and our NFL expert Chris Vasile believes the Falcons will get you off to a winning start in your ATS pools.

Updated Super Bowl 2025 Odds for NFL Week 5: Commanding Respect

Oct 1, 2024 • 2:11 PM ET

The Washington Commanders have won three straight and sit atop the NFC East. With Jayden Daniels under center and an offense humming right along, their Super Bowl odds have shortened tremendously and it's time we start paying attention.

NFL Week 4 Against the Spread Picks for Every Game

Sep 29, 2024 • 4:39 PM ET

Several underdogs have caught Chris Vasile's eye in Week 4, but he's kicking things off by backing the Cowboys in the Big Apple. Find out who else he's backing in this week's NFL betting picks.

Updated Super Bowl 2025 Odds for NFL Week 4: Bills Circle the Wagons

Sep 25, 2024 • 5:03 PM ET

The Buffalo Bills laid a marker down on MNF and told the rest of the NFL they are legit Super Bowl contenders. Their odds have shortened moving them up to third in the market. Join Chris Vasile as he breaks down the biggest risers and fallers ahead of Week 4.