The New York Mets have won six straight games and taken a commanding 10.5-game lead in the National League East. Now, they’ll get to test themselves against the toughest competition in the NL this weekend when they visit Los Angeles to play the Dodgers. The Dodgers lead the NL West […]
Stanley Cup Playoffs: Avalanche, Oilers Will Try to Play Some Defense in Game 2
The Colorado Avalanche will host the Edmonton Oilers for Game 2 of the Western Conference final on Thursday, with both teams hoping they can do something to slow down their opponent’s scoring barrage. Colorado rates as the -172 favorite over Edmonton (+142) in Game 2, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. Avalanche […]
Swiatek Enters French Open Semis on 33-Match Win Streak, Gauff Nearing First Grand Slam Final
Iga Swiatek comes into the French Open semifinals as a heavy favorite to continue her 33-match winning streak and, potentially, create a dream finals matchup against Cori Gauff as the final four women clash at Roland Garros on Thursday. DraftKings Sportsbook lists Swiatek as a massive -1100 favorite over No. […]
Jon Rahm Seeks Redemption at the Memorial Tournament One Year After COVID Withdrawal
Jon Rahm was leading last year’s Memorial Tournament by six shots at the end of the third round when a positive COVID-19 test ended his tournament prematurely. Rahm is back at Muirfield Village this weekend with one goal: finish what he started in 2021. Rahm enters the Memorial Tournament as […]
Lightning, Vasilevskiy Battle Rangers, Shesterkin in Eastern Conference Final
The Avalanche and the Oilers combined for 14 goals in an 8-6 win for Colorado in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals on Tuesday. While there are plenty of unknowns in the upcoming series between the Tampa Bay Lightning in the New York Rangers, it’s all but certain we […]
The Match VI: Brady, Rodgers Favorites Over Allen, Mahomes in Quarterback Showdown
Now in its sixth incarnation, The Match has become a popular, offbeat addition to the golfing schedule. And with four quarterbacks lined up to participate in The Match VI on Wednesday, there’s never been more uncertainty – or less golfing talent – heading into any of these contests before. Tom […]
Magnus Carlsen Favorite to Win Fourth Straight Norway Chess Title
World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen has won four Norway Chess titles, including the past three in a row. He’s the favorite to win the tournament again in 2022, despite failing to get a classical win in the first round on Tuesday. Carlsen rates as the -155 favorite to win Norway […]
NBA Top Shot Dropping Limited Edition Magic Johnson NFT Series
NBA Top Shot has been evolving throughout the 2021-22 season. While prices are down, the product remains the preeminent sports NFT brand on the market today. On June 7, Dapper Labs will try to generate yet more buzz with a small set of moments revolving around one of the best […]
Western Conference Finals: Oilers, Avalanche Battle for Stanley Cup Breakthrough
The Colorado Avalanche and the Edmonton Oilers have both had the talent and star power to compete for a title in recent seasons, only to come up short. On Tuesday, they’ll face off in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals, with a long-overdue trip to the Stanley Cup Finals […]
Rolando Romero Brings Big Grudge into Lightweight Title Fight vs. Gervonta Davis
WBA lightweight titleholder Gervonta Davis will defend his championship against the undefeated Rolando Romero at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn on Saturday night, in a fight that seems deeply personal for both men. Davis (26-0, 24 KOs) enters as a prohibitive -900 favorite over Romero (+550), according to DraftKings Sportsbook. […]
Flames Look to Stay Alive, Slow Down Oilers Barrage in Game 5
The Calgary Flames managed to come back from three goals behind and tie Game 4 before ultimately losing 5-3. They’ll try to carry that momentum into a must-win Game 5 against the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday. Calgary trails Edmonton three games to one in the best-of-seven series, but is at […]
Yankees Place Giancarlo Stanton on Injured List, Get Good News on Slugger’s Calf
Giancarlo Stanton landed on the 10-day injured list after hurting his right calf during New York’s Tuesday victory against the Baltimore Orioles. On Wednesday, the Yankees learned they won’t have to wait long to get their slugger back in the lineup. Initially, the Yankees feared that Stanton had suffered a […]
Stanley Cup Playoffs: Hurricanes Host Rangers in Game 5 with Series Tied at Two
The Carolina Hurricanes have been perfect at home and winless on the road throughout the Stanley Cup playoffs, including over the first four games of their series with the New York Rangers. They’ll try to keep the home cooking going in Game 5 at PNC Arena on Thursday night. The […]
Charles Schwab Challenge Odds: Justin Thomas Favored After PGA Championship Win
Last Sunday, Justin Thomas won his second PGA Championship title. On Thursday, he’ll be back on the course, this time as the favorite to win the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial in Fort Worth, Texas. DraftKings Sportsbook lists Thomas as the +900 outright favorite to win the Charles Schwab Challenge, […]
Poker Pro Cory Zeidman Faces Fraud Charges for Sports Betting Scheme
World Series of Poker bracelet winner Cory Zeidman faces federal charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and mail fraud, and conspiracy to commit money laundering, in relation to a sports betting operation that took more than $25 million from alleged victims of the scam. Police arrested Zeidman on Wednesday, […]
Colorado Avalanche Look to Close Out Blues at Home in Game 5
The Colorado Avalanche can continue rolling toward a Stanley Cup on Wednesday night when they take on the St. Louis Blues with a chance to end their second-round playoff series in Game 5. The Avalanche carry a 3-1 lead into Game 5 after a 6-3 victory in St. Louis on […]
National League MVP Odds: Machado Takes Commanding Lead, Alonso Rising in New York
Manny Machado is putting up the best numbers of his illustrious career, a start that’s made him the clear favorite to win the National League MVP in 2022. The San Diego Padres third baseman is hitting .365 with eight home runs and 27 RBI so far this season. Machado putting […]
Game 4: Oilers Seek Decisive Advantage Over Flames in Battle of Alberta
The Edmonton Oilers enjoy a 2-1 lead and home-ice advantage heading into Game 4 of their Western Conference second-round matchup against the Calgary Flames, as the Battle of Alberta continues on Tuesday. Edmonton comes into Game 4 as the slightest of favorites, with FanDuel Sportsbook pegging the Oilers as a […]
Brewers Injury Report: Peralta on IL with Lat Strain, Hader on Family Emergency List
The Brewers will be without two key members of their pitching staff for the near future, as Milwaukee announced on Monday that both Freddy Peralta and Josh Hader will miss time. Peralta moved to the 15-day injured list after suffering a lat strain in his right shoulder on Sunday. Brewers […]
Stanley Cup Playoffs: Rangers Look to Even Score Against Hurricanes in Game 4
The Carolina Hurricanes haven’t lost a home game this postseason. They also haven’t won yet on the road. The Rangers will try to keep that latter streak intact as they host the Hurricanes in New York for Game 4 of their Stanley Cup playoffs second-round series on Tuesday. Carolina leads […]