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Best Home Run Bets Today – MLB HR Predictions
Who will hit a home run today in the MLB? Check our best HR bets today to find out! I go through the odds on any given night to discover the most valuable HR prop bets available.
I pick the best bets to hit a home run based on factors such as stats, recent trends, ballpark analysis, and more. I explain my approach in detail below, in case you want to build your own HR betting strategy.
If y...
Best NHL Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for Today, April 3
Picking the best NHL anytime goal scorer bets today can be time-consuming, but our hockey experts are here to help! They will share their goal scorer predictions daily from October to the Stanley Cup Final in June.
Here are our daily NHL goal scorer predictions for tonight, April 3:
You can find the reasoning for our recommended NHL goal scorer picks in the next section. Also, read below ...
Best NRFI Bets Today – No Runs First Inning Picks UPDATED DAILY
Interested in the best NRFI bets today? You’ve come to the right place since our MLB experts share their no runs first inning picks daily! We go through the odds to find the highest value picks for this market and bring them to you.
The table below contains our top NRFI predictions, but we also explain our reasoning for each bet and our overall strategy later in this article.
Best No Runs F...
2026 March Madness Final 4 Most Outstanding Player Odds and Predictions
The Most Outstanding Player odds for the 2026 March Madness Final 4 favor Yaxel Lendeborg, but multiple other contenders are not that far off. The award essentially goes to the best player on the eventual champion, so the race is wide open!
Let’s explore the latest MOP odds for the 2026 NCAA tournament, as I break down the main favorites and share my prediction for the eventual winner.
Pl...
2026 Men’s NCAA Basketball Championship Betting Preview: Odds, Favorites, Predictions
The 2026 College Basketball Championship odds have been updated as the Final Four beckons in Indianapolis. After a chaotic ending to the Elite Eight, the Duke Blue Devils are out, while the Arizona Wildcats continue to surge.
With the Final Four set to tip off, the NCAA Tournament is about to get even more dramatic. I explore the latest betting prices, analyze the top contenders, and reveal my...
NCAA 2026 Men’s Final 4 Betting Preview: Predictions, Odds, & Best Bets
With only three games remaining in the NCAA Tournament, it’s time to lock in our best 2026 Final Four predictions. After an exciting and profitable Elite Eight, the last four teams travel to Indianapolis for what should be two exciting matchups.
In this betting guide, I’ll break down the latest men’s Final Four odds, analyze each matchup, and share my favorite bets to cover the spread.
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Ohio iGaming Bill Could Legalize Online Casino Gaming in 2026
New bill looks to legalize iGaming in Ohio
11 casinos and racinos could participate in offering Ohio online gaming
Bill would also ban online sweepstakes operators
Ohio legislators recently introduced a new bill that would allow for legal Ohio iGaming by March 31, 2026. House Bill 298 would allow existing brick-and-mortar casinos to launch games like online slots, table games, an...
Vornado to Propose NY Casino at Hotel Pennsylvania Site
Vornado Realty Trust is said to be joining the New York Casino race.
Vornado wants to build its casino at the shuttered Hotel Pennsylvania site near Madison Square Garden.
The state of New York will issue up to three downstate casino licenses this year.
Vornado Realty Trust is reportedly joining the New York casino race.
According to a report from the New York Post, New York City's second...
Borgata Reopens High-Limit Slot Lounge Miralto
Borgata’s high-limit slot lounge Miralto reopened last week after undergoing renovation. The MGM-owned resort also reopened the famous Old Homestead Steakhouse last December 22. Borgata is the top-grossing casino in Atlantic City and its hotel is the largest in New Jersey with 2,798 rooms.
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa reopened its high-limit slot loun...
Kalshi Wins Preliminary Injunction in Nevada, Tennessee Joins Opposition
US District Court rules in favor of Kalshi in Nevada
Tennessee latest state to oppose sports event contracts
Nine states have opposed sports event contracts
This week, financial exchange company Kalshi, was granted a motion for a preliminary injunction against the District of Nevada in regards to their offering of sports event contracts. The outcome allows Kalshi to continue to operat...
MGM Resorts Reportedly Talking With Penn Entertainment for M Resort Sale
MGM Resort is reportedly in talks with Penn Entertainment for the acquisition of M Resort in Henderson, Nevada. Penn recently said it will be spending $206 million to double the capacity of M Resort. MGM employs an ‘asset-light’ strategy and prefers to focus only on running the hotel and casino operations of casino resorts.
MGM Resorts may be interested...
NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight, January 22: Best First Point Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for tonight, January 22? Our experts made sure to check the stats and the latest odds before sharing their top picks for first point scorer today.
Here's a quick overview of our first basket betting picks, and you can find our reasoning in the next section.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERPaolo Banchero (ORL) First BasketCharlotte Hornets vs. Orlan...
UEFA Europa League Predictions Today: UEL Best Bets for January 22
Preparing your Europa League predictions can be challenging with so many teams from different nations involved. I can give you a hand by sharing my UEL best bets for today, January 22.
After analyzing all matchups and the latest odds, here are my top Europa League picks for today.
Europa League Predictions for Today, January 22 (Snapshot)
PICKODDSBOOKMAKERAS Roma vs. Stuttgart: AS Roma O...
Manchester City Refunding Fans After Champions League Embarrassment
Manchester City is in the midst of a slump by their high standards.
Their captains have announced they are refunding traveling fans after a brutal 3-1 Champions League loss to Bodo/Glimt in Norway.
While it is rare, this is not the first instance of a team refunding fans for a poor performance.
Manchester City’s captains have revealed they are refunding fans who traveled to Norway for ...
Buffalo Bill's in Primm, Nevada Has Reopened
Buffalo Bill’s in Primm, Nevada reopened last December 23 after being closed since March 2020. Meanwhile, operations at the Primm Valley Resort have been scaled down. Buffalo Bill’s, Primm Valley Resort, and Whiskey’s Pete are collectively known as Primm Valley Casino Resorts and are owned by Affinity Gaming.
Buffalo Bill’s in Primm, Nevada welcomed bac...
Michael La Sasso Gives Up Masters Spot to Sign with LIV Golf and Phil Mickelson
Michael La Sasso won the 2025 NCAA championship in golf, which earned him a trip to the Masters.
La Sasso will pass up his spot at the Masters to sign with LIV Golf on Phil Mickelson’s team.
LIV just lost Brooks Koepka back to the PGA Tour.
NCAA golf champion Michael La Sasso had a chance to go to the Masters. However, he’ll decline his spot as La Sasso has signed with LIV Golf, joinin...
