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2026 Indy 500 Betting Preview: Winner Odds, Predictions, & Best Bets
With the grid set for “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” oddsmakers have updated their 2026 Indy 500 odds. Defending champion Alex Palou sits as a clear favorite for Chip Ganassi Racing, but is he really on track to kiss the bricks again?
In this betting preview, I’ll walk through the latest winner odds, break down the main favorites and live longshots, and finish with my best bets and Indy 5...
Best NHL Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for Today, May 22
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, May 22:
You can find the reasoning for our recommended NHL goal scorer picks in the next section. Also, read below t...
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...
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...
Women’s French Open 2026 Odds: Can Sabalenka Finally Win in Paris?
The 2026 women’s French Open odds are on the board! All the top-ranked players are in Paris, but all eyes will be on world number 1 Aryna Sabalenka.
Let's analyze the odds for Sabalenka, defending champion Coco Gauff, and four-time champion Iga Świątek. I will also throw in a couple sleepers to consider, and give you my top women’s 2026 French Open predictions below.
PLAYERODDSAryna Sabal...
NBA Eastern Conference Finals 2026 Odds and Predictions: Cavaliers vs. Knicks
The 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Finals betting odds are forecasting a trip to the NBA Finals for the New York Knicks. But the Cleveland Cavaliers are a tough team that has been through some battles and could make it an interesting series!
I’ll look into both teams, their paths to the NBA East finals, and give you my best bets based on the Cavaliers vs. Knicks odds for this matchup, including f...
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...
Station Casinos Buys 67-Acre Lot for New Casino Resort
Station Casinos has acquired a 67-acre land at Losee Road with plans to build a new casino resort. The Losee project would have a 600-room hotel and a 75,700-square-foot casino. Station Casinos is also building a $750 million resort in Durango and is eyeing to open a Wildfire Casino in late 2023.
Station Casinos has acquired a 67-acre land at the northw...
Best Las Vegas Off-Strip Casinos
There is a collection of Las Vegas casinos off the Strip just waiting to be discovered! Sin City's lesser-known casinos often hold significant advantages over their mega-resort counterparts located on the glittering, world-famous Las Vegas Strip.
Here are a few key reasons why Las Vegas off-Strip casinos are often better for bettors than casinos on the Strip:
Best Las Vegas Casinos Off th...
