The Duke Blue Devils came into the NCAA Tournament knowing that this would be the last time Mike Krzyzewski coached the team before retiring at the end of the season. They now have the chance to make it a tournament he’ll never forget as they advance into the Final Four […]
Elite Eight Odds: Can Saint Peter’s Continue Its Unprecedented Cinderella Run?
Nobody gave Saint Peter’s a chance of reaching the Elite Eight. Few even gave the Peacocks a chance to win their first game. But the New Jersey school will now be playing alongside seven other schools for a shot at the Final Four. Saint Peter’s will take on North Carolina […]
MLB Hot Stove: Michael Conforto Still a Free Agent as Opening Day Draws Near
Over the past two weeks, almost every significant MLB free agent has signed a contract. It has been one of the most hectic – and lucrative – hot stove seasons in recent memory. But one free agent remains on the board: former New York Mets outfielder Michael Conforto, who has […]
Champions Chess Tour: Carlsen, Duda Square Off in Finals of Charity Cup
The developing rivalry between World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen and Polish grandmaster Jan-Krzysztof Duda will take center stage again on Friday as they battle in the finals of the online Charity Cup chess tournament. The Charity Cup is the second event of the 2022 Champions Chess Tour, and is supporting […]
UFC Fight Night 205: Chris Daukaus Faces Uphill Battle vs. Curtis Blaydes
Chris Daukaus saw his momentum in the heavyweight division come to a grinding halt in December and now, he’ll try to restart his ascent toward the title on Saturday when he takes on the imposing Curtis Blaydes in the main event of UFC Fight Night 205. Daukaus (12-4) won his […]
March Madness Odds: First Night of Sweet 16 Could Mark Last Game of Coach K’s Career
The NCAA Tournament returns to action on Thursday night as the East and South regions play their Sweet 16 games to tip off the second weekend of March Madness action. From the tournament favorite to one of college basketball’s greatest coaches ever, there are plenty of highlights on the Thursday […]
How the Newest MLB Rule Changes Will Impact Gamblers in 2022
After the lockout ended earlier this month, fans knew that this season would feature a universal designated hitter, among other deals coming out of the new collective bargaining agreement. Now, the league and players have agreed to more MLB rule changes for 2022. While none of the new rules will […]
Women’s Sweet 16 Odds: South Carolina Favored, UConn Second Choice in Down Year
South Carolina rolled through two more opponents the same way it’s been doing all season to start the Women’s NCAA Tournament, solidifying the Gamecocks’ position as the team to beat heading into the Sweet 16. BetMGM lists South Carolina as a heavy +125 favorite to win the Women’s NCAA title […]
Ashleigh Barty Retires at 25, Resetting Odds for Upcoming Grand Slams
World No. 1 Ashleigh Barty won the Australian Open in January and easily could have added more Grand Slam titles to her collection in the years to come. But the 25-year-old Australian announced her retirement on Tuesday, sending shockwaves through the world of women’s tennis. Barty made the announcement via […]
Golf’s March Madness: Field of 64 Fighting for WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play Title
The top golfers in the world will compete in 16 pools followed by elimination matches in the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play at Austin Country Club starting on Wednesday. The 64-man field will divide into groups of four for round-robin play over the first three days of the tournament. Rahm tired […]
NHL Trade Deadline: Minnesota Wild Add Fleury for Stanley Cup Run
The Minnesota Wild picked up veteran goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for a conditional 2022 draft pick in the most impactful move of the NHL trade deadline. DraftKings Sportsbook sees Minnesota as a +2200 choice to win the Stanley Cup this season. Guerin brings in former […]
NCAA Tournament: Gonzaga Stands as Clear Championship Favorite Heading into Sweet 16
The Gonzaga Bulldogs overcame a sluggish start against Georgia State, then battled for 40 minutes to get past Memphis. But sportsbooks don’t seem to be worried about those early struggles, as Gonzaga still ranks as the favorite to win the NCAA Tournament over the next two weeks of play. FanDuel […]
Shortstops Come Off the Board: Correa, Story Headline Weekend of MLB Moves
The truncated MLB hot stove season continued to fire on all cylinders this weekend, as both Carlos Correa and Trevor Story signed big deals with new teams. Correa signed a three-year, $105 million contract with the Minnesota Twins early on Saturday morning. Correa surprises pundits, teammates with Minnesota move The […]
MMA Notebook: Aspinall Scores Big Win Over Volkov; PFL Announces 2022 Schedule
Tom Aspinall emphatically proved that he belongs among the heavyweight elite with a convincing victory over Alexander Volkov in the main event of UFC Fight Night 204 in London on Saturday. Aspinall scored a first-round submission victory via armbar, finishing the veteran Volkov in just three minutes and 45 seconds. […]
March Madness Odds: Cinderellas Collide with Heavyweights in Saturday Second Round Action
While the first round of the NCAA Tournament inevitably produces both unexpected upsets and predictable blowouts, things tend to tighten up a bit in the second round. Just by winning a game, even the least known teams have already proven they belong in March Madness. That means there’s plenty of […]
Padres Pick Up Slugger Luke Voit in Bid to Keep Pace with Dodgers
The San Diego Padres acquired first baseman Luke Voit from the New York Yankees on Friday, picking up a power bat that could help fill the Fernando Tatis Jr.-shaped hole in their lineup. The Padres sent pitching prospect Justin Lange to the Bronx in exchange for the 31-year-old Voit, who […]
UFC Fight Night 204: Rising Star Tom Aspinall Battles Veteran Alexander Volkov in Main Event
Tom Aspinall will take the biggest fight of his career on Saturday when he battles Alexander Volkov in front of what should be a supportive London crowd at UFC Fight Night 204. The two heavyweights will headline the card at the O2 Arena, the first UFC event in London since […]
NCAA Tournament Friday Odds: Can Day 2 Bring the Madness to March?
The NCAA Tournament didn’t produce a whole lot of March Madness on Thursday, at least as of the early evening. Outside of Richmond knocking off Iowa, there were few upsets and little drama in the final seconds. (Update: This paragraph pretty much guaranteed the Saint Peter’s upset of Kentucky, right?) […]
Novak Djokovic Set to Play in French Open as France Lifts Most COVID-19 Restrictions
Novak Djokovic sat out of several tournaments this season as he remains unvaccinated at a time when most global tennis events require a COVID-19 vaccination. But organizers say that will no longer be a problem at the French Open this May. France lifted most of its coronavirus restrictions on Monday, […]
Colorado Rockies Pay $172 Million to Sign Kris Bryant to Seven-Year Deal
The Colorado Rockies surprised many around baseball on Wednesday when they signed third baseman Kris Bryant to a seven-year, $172 million contract. Many teams were reportedly in the market for Bryant, who spent most of his major league career with the Chicago Cubs. Rockies splash cash despite rebuild Bryant spent […]