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Ed Scimia began writing about sports by managing a question and answer column known as "Ask Eddie" in his high school newspaper. After studying Magazine Journalism at Syracuse University, he has gone on to write for About.com, CardsChat, and OnlineGambling.com, among other sites. Ed has also authored two books on the subject of bad movies. In his spare time, Ed enjoys competing in both curling and chess.

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Team: New York Mets
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Winning a March Madness parlay contest on DraftKings earned me a trip for four to a 2022 Final Four watch party at Foxwoods, along with free rooms and free bets for everyone. It was a great way to share the joy of sports betting with friends and loved ones, even if none of us managed to cash in on a Kansas/UNC parlay that night.
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While the rest of the fandom was in the midst of "Panic City" in July 2015, I placed several bets on the New York Mets to win the World Series at odds of +1500 or more. The Mets would trade for Yoenis Cespedes, win the NL East, and ride a red-hot Daniel Murphy to the World Series. Unfortunately, the magic ended there, when the Kansas City Royals soundly beat the Mets in five games.
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A's vs Yankees Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 23, 2024 • 2:45 PM ET

The Yankees are coming off a rare shutout and will look to get their offense back on track. Thankfully the A's are still in town, and our MLB picks expect a different outcome tonight.

White Sox vs Twins Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 22, 2024 • 3:42 PM ET

The Twins and White Sox have gotten off to horrendous starts to the season, but our MLB picks explain why we believe Chicago will suck just a bit less than Minnesota tonight.

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

Apr 18, 2024 • 1:21 PM ET

The Cubs' offense has been running hot to start the season and gets a favorable matchup against a struggling A.J. Puk tonight. Our MLB betting picks expect them to score early and often in what should be a second straight win.

Pirates vs Mets Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 16, 2024 • 1:48 PM ET

The Mets can climb past the .500 mark with a win over the Pirates tonight, and with the hot streak their offense is on, our MLB betting picks think New York will solve Pittsburgh's rookie starter and pull away.

Braves vs Astros Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 15, 2024 • 3:10 PM ET

Two perennial powerhouses square up in Houston when the Braves take their hot bats to visit the Astros. With power up and down the lineup and two teams trotting out bottom-of-the-rotation pitchers, our MLB picks believe we are in store for plenty of fireworks.

Pirates vs Mets Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 15, 2024 • 1:58 PM ET

The Mets' ice-cold offense has started to defrost, and Pete Alonso is the only polar bear enjoying the temperature change. Our MLB picks expect his bat to stay hot when the Pirates sail into town looking for the win.

Bulls vs Knicks Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Today’s NBA Game

Apr 14, 2024 • 9:00 AM ET

While the Bulls are locked into the East's No. 9 seed, the Knicks need to win for better seeding and should be the ones controlling the pace that's been faster than normal recently.

Mets vs Braves Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 11, 2024 • 8:34 AM ET

Runs have been plentiful thus far in this Mets-Braves series, and our MLB betting picks expect the offenses to keep on clicking at the plate in a matchup of two suspect starters.

Mets vs Braves Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 10, 2024 • 1:54 PM ET

Runs have been plentiful thus far in this Mets-Braves series, and our MLB betting picks expect the offenses to keep on clicking at the plate in a matchup of two suspect starters.

Mets vs Braves Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 9, 2024 • 1:04 PM ET

The Mets are waking up at the plate and the Braves can clear double-digits without breaking a sweat. With Adrian Houser and Reynaldo Lopez projected to start for the respective rivals, we like there to be plenty of offense tonight at Truist Park.

Mets vs Braves Prediction, Picks, and Odds: New York Gets Overmatched in Atlanta

Apr 8, 2024 • 12:11 PM ET

The Braves are already humming along with one of baseball's best offenses and square off against the Mets, who are turning to veteran starter Julio Teheran to fill the void in the rotation. This bodes well for Ronald Acuna Jr. & Co. at Truist Park.

Rockets vs Mavericks Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Apr 7, 2024 • 12:48 PM ET

Luka Doncic may be questionable for tonight's tilt against the Rockets but even if he can't go, our NBA betting picks have full faith in Kyrie Irving to carry this team to a win.

Mets vs Reds Prediction, Picks, and Odds: New York Offense Remains Chilly in Cincinnati

Apr 5, 2024 • 2:10 PM ET

It's been a miserable start to 2024 for the New York Mets, and our MLB betting picks are not optimistic about the Amazins as they hit the road and take on a solid Cincinnati Reds team on Friday night.

Kings vs Knicks Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Apr 4, 2024 • 1:26 PM ET

Two teams fighting to avoid the Play-In round meet at MSG when Sacramento takes on New York. Despite the teams trending in opposite directions, our NBA picks believe layin the points with the home side is the right play. Find out why below!

Yankees vs Diamondbacks Prediction, Picks, and Odds: Dried Up on Offense

Apr 3, 2024 • 1:28 PM ET

After taking the second game 7-0, the Yankees and Diamondbacks square off this afternoon with another solid pitching matchup. Given the way Rodon and Kelly enter their second start, our MLB picks believe the pitchers will shine once again.

Cardinals vs Padres Prediction, Picks, and Odds: San Diego bats Light Up Mikolas

Apr 2, 2024 • 2:54 PM ET

The Cardinals took game one against the Padres and will look to Miles Mikolas for the second-straight win. However the Cards hurler took a step back last year and our MLB picks think San Diego's bats will get to him.

Yankees vs Diamondbacks Prediction, Picks, and Odds: Soto the Lone Bright Spot at the Plate

Apr 1, 2024 • 1:55 PM ET

Both New York and Arizona got off to flying starts this season winning a combined seven of eight games, but with the level of competition rising, our MLB picks believe the offense will slow down. Read on to find out why!

NC State vs Duke Predictions, Picks, and Odds for March Madness Elite 8 Matchup

Mar 31, 2024 • 2:33 PM ET

NC State's magical run to the Elite 8 got kickstarted with a win over Duke, but our college basketball betting picks believe the Blue Devils will reverse the result on Sunday afternoon.

March Madness Props and Best Bets: NC State vs Duke Predictions for the Elite Eight

Mar 31, 2024 • 1:24 PM ET

The Wolfpack have beaten all odds this season and are just one win away from the Final Four. They must get through Duke first, but our college basketball picks love DJ Horne's odds against the Blue Devils.

Mavericks vs Kings Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Mar 29, 2024 • 2:29 PM ET

Luka Doncic is on fire, and the team around him has arguably never looked better. See why our NBA picks like the Mavericks to continue asserting themselves tonight against the Kings.

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