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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! Our experts go through the odds on any given night to discover the most valuable HR prop bets available.
They pick the best bets to hit a home run based on factors such as stats, recent trends, ballpark analysis, and more. We explain our approach in detail below, in case you want to build your own HR betting st...

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 of the top MLB betting sites 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 th...

WNBA Betting Picks: Predictions for Friday, August 1, 2025
Welcome to our daily WNBA picks for Friday, August 1, 2025! Each day, I analyze the WNBA schedule and odds, check the latest team news, and prepare my predictions and best bets.
Here are my best WNBA bets for today:
Daily WNBA Picks for August 1
WNBA BETTING PICKONLINE BOOKMAKERPhoenix Mercury (-165) vs. Atlanta DreamBovada
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Big Brother 27 Winner Odds and Predictions (Updated Weekly)
The Big Brother odds for the ultimate summer competition are available, and we have the best bets to consider making for Season 27! The opening prices reveal that this is expected to be a wide-open season.
We are following the action all season long in the Big Brother House and updating our picks every week until a winner is declared. Continue to find the latest odds and our Big Brother predic...

Top NFL Survivor Pools Online for 2025-2026: Free and for Real Money
Joining an online NFL survivor pool in 2025 is a guaranteed way to make the upcoming football season even more exciting and win big prizes! We’ve selected the best free and real money options online (including a $1 million pool!).
These contests go by many names, including:
Regardless of what you call it, the goal remains the same: survive each week by picking a winning team. Once you cho...

WWE SummerSlam 2025 Betting Odds and Predictions: John Cena to Stun Cody Rhodes?
There are WWE SummerSlam 2025 odds available for most matches on the card, so it’s time to explore them! The card at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey is shaping up to be a thriller, so let’s dive into the latest markets.
We have 2025 SummerSlam predictions for every match for the big PPV on Peacock and Netflix. Continue reading to check out the latest odds, analysis, and my SummerSlam best bets f...

WNBA Betting Picks: Predictions for Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Welcome to our daily WNBA picks for Wednesday, July 16, 2025! Each day, I analyze the WNBA schedule and odds, check the latest team news, and prepare my predictions and best bets.
Here are my best WNBA bets for today:
Daily WNBA Picks for July 16
WNBA BETTING PICKONLINE BOOKMAKERNew York Liberty (-10) vs. Indiana Fever (-110)Bovada
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2025 MLB MVP Odds, Analysis, and Picks: AL and NL
With the first half of the season in the books, the 2025 MLB MVP odds are still available to wager on up to October! Baseball fans can bet on season-long futures for MVP candidates for both the AL and NL.
This guide highlights the MLB MVP betting odds for top American and National League contenders. I will break down the early odds and analyze each MVP challenger's chance of winning the award ...

UFC 318 Odds and Predictions – Can Poirier Retire as “BMF” Champ Against Holloway?
UFC 318 odds for Dustin Poirier’s retirement fight against Max Holloway are suggesting a close fight as the two finish their trilogy. It’s also Poirier’s retirement fight, while Holloway holds the “BMF” belt. How will this fight at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans go?
I’ve got UFC 318 predictions for this bout, and the rest of the card! My picks for the full card are below, but I’ll dig...

Esports World Cup 2025 Betting Odds: Who Prevails in Riyadh?
Online bookmakers have released a series of 2025 Esports World Cup odds, as the best esports athletes from around the world will come together. There are juicy prices on the board across a variety of esports, so let’s dive straight into all the action.
Head below to check out the winner prices, complete analysis, and my Esports World Cup predictions.
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WNBA Betting Picks: Predictions for Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Welcome to our daily WNBA picks for Tuesday, July 15, 2025! Each day, I analyze the WNBA schedule and odds, check the latest team news, and prepare my predictions and best bets.
Here are my best WNBA bets for today:
Daily WNBA Picks for July 15
WNBA BETTING PICKONLINE BOOKMAKERWashington Mystics (-1.5) vs. Los Angeles Sparks (-110)Bovada
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The Open Championship 2025 Odds: Can McIlroy Win at Home?
As the final major championship of the year approaches, the 2025 British Open odds suggest a tight battle! Will world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler win his second major of the year, or is there an upset in the works at Royal Portrush?
In this article, you can find the latest winner odds, analysis of the top favorites, and my exclusive British Open predictions!
All Open Championship odds are cou...

2025 MLB All-Star Game Odds and Predictions: Winner, HR Derby, and MVP Picks
The 2025 MLB All-Star Game odds for the Midsummer Classic are now available at online sportsbooks! There are various markets on the board, and we’re dissecting the best bets to make for the American League vs. National League.
After losing their first All-Star Game since 2012 two years ago, the American League was able to get back on track last season with a 5-3 win. Are they on the right side...

Banker or Player Baccarat Bets: Which is the Better Wager?
Figuring out how to evaluate banker or player baccarat bets is a key to understanding the game. The banker always has the advantage when making these baccarat wagers.
I’ll explain why it’s advantageous to wager on the banker when you’re playing classic baccarat rules, and why you should always consider the house edge. I'll also look at one exception to the rule of why the banker has better odd...

The British Open 2025 Sleepers and Dark Horse Picks: Ben Griffin Sneaky Longshot?
Find the top sleepers and longshots for the British Open 2025 sleepers that can yield huge profits with a win! Aside from the favorites, there is fantastic value on the board on the dark horses to win the Claret Jug.
In this article, I highlight the best British Open sleeper bets to consider making for the highly anticipated event at Royal Portrush Golf Club.
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2025-26 NFL Coach of the Year Betting: Odds, Favorites, Prediction
The preseason NFL Coach of the Year betting odds show a wide-open race for the annual award. Traditionally, the award is given to a young coach who exceeds expectations in a given season. Since 2017, four winners have claimed Coach of the Year in their first year with the team.
This guide will highlight the leading contenders for COTY ahead of the 2025-2026 season. In this post, l break down t...