Fantasy Sports

FantasyAces World Baseball Championship Final Close to Filling Up

(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) - 13 of 20 slots have filled up for this year’s FantasyAces World Baseball Championship Final Saturday August 15 at 7:05 pm EST.  This one requires a $15,000 fee with first place taking home $100,000 and 2nd place gets $50,000.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jun/25/2015

Orioles vs. Red Sox Series: Lots of Daily Fantasy Options

(Gambling911.com Sports Wire) – Wednesday’s Orioles vs. Red Sox series featured the potential for plenty of scoring.  In fact, the total on this game was set at 8.5.

Chris Parmelee with a .348 ERA on the season and two hits yesterday, J.J. Hardy with two hits and a run yesterday and Chris Davis with a hit and run yesterday, have each performed especially well against Clay Buchholz.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/24/2015

Braves vs. Nationals Series Betting Pick: Zimmermann .247 vs. Atlanta Roster

(Gambling911.com Sports Wire) – With today’s Braves vs. Nationals series betting you will want to consider the fact that Washington starting pitcher Jordan Zimmermann has a respectable .247 ERA vs. the current Atlanta roster.

Again we are looking at a steep price going with the Nationals, although you can get Washington at -150 at BetDSI.com.

The Nationals have won six straight against Atlanta.

Needless-to-say, you may also want to consider Zimmermann for your Daily Fantasy roster.

- Dan Shapiro, Gambling911.com

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/24/2015

DraftKings PGA $300K Drive the Green Pays $100K to Winner: $3 Entry Fee

(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – We had plenty of readers for Tuesday’s DraftKings MLB $250K Medium Strikeout 4 Day Survivor and we know you all are getting excited about this week’s golf.  It’s the Travelers Championship.  There are plenty of contests available as well as

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jun/23/2015

Padres vs. Giants Betting Series: Bumgarner 8-1 vs. San Diego

(Gambling911.com Sports Wire) – Looking for an edge this evening with your Major League Baseball betting?  Look no further than the Padres vs. Giants game.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/23/2015

Braves vs. Nationals Series Betting: Atlanta is 1-7 Last Eight in Washington

(Gambling911.com Sports Wire) - The Braves vs. Nationals series betting odds had Washington as a hefty -172 favorite though you can get this one just under -157 at SportsBetting.ag.

Washington has won seven of the last ten in this series. 

PITCHING MATCHUP: Braves LH Alex Wood (4-4, 3.40 ERA) vs. Nationals RH Stephen Strasburg (3-5, 6.55)

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/23/2015

Lakers Kings Trade Rumors Heating Up: Lakers Championship Odds Will be Slashed

(Gambling911.com Sports Wire) – While both NBA teams were bottom feeders last season, a blockbuster trade between the Sacramento Kings and LA Lakers could cause a serious alteration in the future odds for a Championship.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jun/23/2015

Lakers Want DeMarcus Cousins Bad – Julius Randle ‘In Play’ as Part of Trade: Odds

(Gambling911.com Sports Wire) – The LA Lakers are fully exploiting a Twitter emojis feud of sorts in which Sacramento Kings Fantasy Sports behemoth DeMarcus Cousins not-so-subtle tweet of a snake symbol seemed to be directed at head coach George Karl.  The Lakers want Cousins and they want him bad.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jun/23/2015

Daily Fantasy Sports - Jeff Samarzija: Twins Suck Against Righties, Sox +106

(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – When it comes to Tuesday’s starting pitchers for your Daily Fantasy Sports roster, you will want to place some consideration on The Chicago White Sox right Jeff Samarzija, priced at just $8000.

DFSR writes of Samarzija:

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/23/2015

Huge DFS NBA Prospect DeMarcus Cousins: Odds of Heading to Lakers Longer

(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) - It’s doubtful that DeMarcus Cousins will be staying in Sacramento come the new NBA season following a few shots he took via Twitter against head coach George Karl, but one thing is for sure, every Daily Fantasy NBA player will be wanting him on their roster each night his new team takes to the court.  News coming out late Thursday was that Karl could be let go from the Kings organization.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jun/23/2015

DraftKings MLB $250K Medium Strikeout 4 Day Survivor 90 Percent Overlay

(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) - Play in the DraftKings MLB $250K Medium Strikeout, a survivor-style contest in the $1MM Strikeout Series, for your share of $250,000 and a top prize of $30,000.

This 4-day survivor starts on 6/23 that, as of Monday night, had a nearly 90% overlay.  In other words, with a cap of 10563 players, only 954 had entered.  The prize pool is determined based on how many were expected to enter.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jun/22/2015

BukBuk.com Next Generation Daily Fantasy Site to Debut August 1: $250K Giveaway

Referring to itself as the “next generation gaming with more transparency, more controls, and more ways to monetize your fantasy sports experience than ever before,” a new Daily Fantasy Sports site BukBuk.com is set to debut August 1, 2015.  BukBuk.com will also be giving away $250,000 to coincide with its launch.

Bukbuk says it has pre-registered in excess of 15,000 active daily fantasy players to assist in beta testing the system.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/22/2015

The Best Daily Fantasy MLB Pick for Tuesday Is…

(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – When creating your Tuesday Major League Baseball Fantasy lineup, be sure to include Adam LaRoche.

You’ll get him super cheap at $2300 due to his lackluster performance this season but, alas, Tuesday should be much different.

LaRoche has managed to go 11-for-16 against the Twins Mike Pelfrey including seven RBIs and three extra base hits.  Odds are good he’ll do just enough to overcome his price tag.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jun/22/2015

eSports Online Gambling Site Unikrn About to Close on ‘Major’ 2nd Round of Funding

Speaking to SBC News Sam Cooke on Monday, Rahul Sood, co-founder of eSports online gambling site Unikrn, revealed his firm is about to receive another round of secured funding.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/22/2015

Daily Fantasy Sports: Mike Trout 5-for-10 vs. Brett Oberholtzer: Angels at -125

(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – LA Angels star Mike Trout has gone 5-for-10 with three extra base hits against Houston starting pitcher Brett Oberholtzer.  The Angels come into this game as -125 home favorites.

Oberholtzer (2-1) allowed three runs on eight hits with no walks and five strikeouts over 6.1 innings during Wednesday's 8-4 win over the Rockies.

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jun/22/2015

Latitude360.com Becomes First Chain of Fantasy Sports Restaurants: Buys PlayMLF

Today, Latitude360 (LATX) (www.latitude360.com), the “ultimate upscale multi-dimensional entertainment eatery,” continues to embark on a nationwide expansion by acquiring Major League Fantasy (MLF) (

Submitted by Press Release on, Jun/22/2015

Daily Fantasy MLB Pitcher Alert June 22 – Joe Blanton .203 ERA vs. Mariners

Royals starting pitcher Joe Blanton is someone that should be considered for your Monday Daily Fantasy Sports roster.  Oddsmakers appear to have discounted Blanton and the Royals, making them a +145 visiting dog for this game.  

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jun/21/2015

Fantasy Football 2015 – ESPN Fun Facts You Need to Know

With the 2015 Fantasy Football season just around the corner, ESPN.com has released its listing of 100 Fantasy Football Facts. Gambling911.com has honed in on a few of these.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/21/2015

DraftKings MLB $10K Mini Moonshot Contest Goes Off Monday Night

Looking for a great Baseball contest for Monday night?  Look no further than the DraftKings MLB $10K Mini Moonshot with its $10,000 in guaranteed prize money. This 3833-player contest features a $10,000.00 prize pool and pays out the top 780 finishing positions. First place wins $800.00.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/21/2015

G911 Sports Betting and DFS News Brief: Pirates Love Lefties But Home Team 9-1

While the Pittsburgh Pirates have managed to win seven consecutive games against left-hand starting pitchers, not so fast.  The home team in this series has won nine of the last ten games.

Which stat holds up the best?

When going up against lefties over this stretch of seven victories, the Pirates roster managed to outscore their opponents 35-5.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/21/2015

G911 Sports Betting and DFS News Brief: This Team has Crushed Today’s Opposing Pitcher

If you are looking for an MLB team that has completely dismantled the opposing starting pitcher, look no further than……

The Toronto Blue Jays.

They have absolutely manhandled Baltimore’s Chris Tillman.  As such, there are plenty of options to consider from the Blue Jays squad for your own Daily Fantasy roster.  Jose Bautista is 9-for-34 against him with 5 extra base hits, Josh Donaldson is 6-for-17 with three extra base hits, Ryan Goins is 6-for-17, Kevin Pillar is 3-for-10 and Jose Reyes is 9-for-26 with four extra base hits.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/21/2015

G911 Sports Betting and DFS News Brief: Yasiel Puig 10-for-17 vs. Lincecum

LA Dodgers right-fielder Yasiel Puig should have a banner day if history is an indicator, and Daily Fantasy Sports players need to be on high alert. 

Puig has gone 10-for-17 against San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Tim Lincecum.  This includes two triples and an RBI. 

Though he’s been cold over the past seven days (going 4-for-29 with one run), Puig has hit in seven of his last ten games including one where he went 4-for-4.

Puig is priced at $3800. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/21/2015

G911 Sports Betting and DFS News Brief: JA Happ .217 vs. Astros Roster

Those of you looking for a solid starting pitching option today for your Daily Fantasy MLB roster, look no further than J.A. Happ of the Seattle Mariners. 

Happ has managed to maintain a .217 ERA versus the current Astros roster, allowing just 13 hits off of 60 at bats.  Just 7 extra base hits and 3 homeruns were permitted over this time as well.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/21/2015

Gambling911.com Betting and DFS News Brief – June 20 7 pm

Gambling911.com has your Betting and DFS News Brief as of 7 pm EST Saturday.  If you bet sports, you will want to monitor the G911 Sports Betting section around the clock for the latest Wagering and Daily Fantasy Sports news updates.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/20/2015

Max Scherzer Makes Daily Fantasy MLB Players Proud With Near Perfect Game

(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – We kinda expected it.  Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer was going to have a big day. That’s exactly what happened. 

Backed by a Bryce Harper home run, Nationals ace Max Scherzer was in the midst of another gem against the Pirates.  He was a solid recommendation for Daily Fantasy players, and with good reason.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/20/2015

Gambling911.com Betting and DFS News Brief: June 20 Noon

Gambling911.com has your Betting and DFS News Brief as of Noon EST Saturday.  If you bet sports, you will want to monitor the G911 Sports Betting section around the clock for the latest Wagering and Daily Fantasy Sports news updates.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jun/20/2015

SidePrize.com The Answer to Both Traditional and Daily Fantasy Linkage

With the launch of Atlanta-based SidePrize last week, there is now a way for players to enjoy both worlds of Fantasy Sports: Traditional and Daily.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jun/20/2015

Gambling911.com Betting and DFS News Brief: June 20 10:15 am EST

Gambling911.com has your Betting and DFS News Brief at 10:15 am EST Saturday morning.  If you bet sports, you will want to monitor the G911 Sports Betting section around the clock for the latest Wagering and Daily Fantasy Sports news updates.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jun/20/2015

DraftKings MLB $250K Swing for the Fences Contest Pays $100K

(Gambling911.com Fantasy Sports Wire) – The DraftKings MLB $250K Swing for the Fences contest pays $100,000 for the 1st prize, $10,000 for 2nd and $5000 for 3rd.  This contest was limited to 95825 with a $3.00 entry fee.  The 18230th position and better

Submitted by Guest on, Jun/19/2015

DraftKings UFC Fight Night 69 Contests, Betting Odds

DraftKings.com was hosting a few dozen UFC Fight Night 69 contests, some of which pay a significant amount of money.  MyBookie.ag, meanwhile, has your latest UFC Fight Night betting odds.

MMA $12K Takedown [$12,000 Guaranteed]:

Submitted by Tyrone Black on, Jun/19/2015

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