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New Jersey to Crack Down on Regulated Sportsbooks

New Jersey to Crack Down on Regulated Sportsbooks

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) Director David Rebuck introduced new initiatives to bolster responsible gaming efforts with a special focus on data collection to determine whether an individual may be suffering from a gambling disorder or addiction.  They also demand a stop to dubious promises of “guaranteed wins” or “risk-free” bets.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Apr/20/2023

Gambling911 World Exclusive: Las Vegas Agent and Poker Pro Steve Prentky AKA Steve Penny Dead

Penny had been on life support for more than a week and plug was finally pulled early Thursday morning.

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Apr/20/2023

Major Leagues, Broadcasters Pledge Responsible Betting Ads

Major Leagues, Broadcasters Pledge Responsible Betting Ads

Most of the nation’s major professional sports leagues, plus the media companies Fox and NBCUniversal are creating an alliance to ensure that sports betting advertising is done responsibly and does not target minors.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Apr/20/2023

Will Anderson Now Favored for No. 2 Pick and Other NFL Draft Movements

Will Anderson Now Favored for No. 2 Pick and Other NFL Draft Movements

Outside of the week leading up to the Super Bowl, the next seven days is about as busy as it gets for football traders.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/20/2023

Mayweather Says He Wants to 'Work With Ngannou' in Exclusive Sit Down Interview With BetOnline

Floyd Mayweather's mouth is often running, and he had a lot to say during a recent interview on "The Fight Guys" show.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/20/2023

Stanley Cup Playoff Betting System That Just Keeps Winning

Stanley Cup Playoff Betting System That Just Keeps Winning

Our Thomas Somach swears by it.  He was able to place the wagers via his Unibet account before their site went down again in PA.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/19/2023

Will Fox Bet Be a Casualty of Record Dominion Settlement?

Plus Unibet down again for some PA residents (notably our own Thomas Somach) as NBA Playoffs in full swing.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/18/2023

Dalvin Cook and Derrick Henry Next Team Odds Shocking

Dalvin Cook and Derrick Henry Next Team Odds Shocking

(SportsBetting.ag News Wire) - A couple of cornerstone aging NFL bellcows could be on their way to new teams this offseason.

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When healthy, Dalvin Cook and Derrick Henry and two of the best at their jobs. But as we've seen over the last decade, running back has become a plug-and-play position, and team brass doesn't seem willing to pay for any of them long term.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/18/2023

Entain Reports Strong Numbers, Spokesperson Jamie Foxx Remains Hospitalized

Entain Reports Strong Numbers, Spokesperson Jamie Foxx Remains Hospitalized

BetMGM continues to grow strongly with Q1 NGR of approximately $470m, up +76%, delivering in line with guidance of $1.8-$2.0bn for 2023...remains on track to deliver positive EBITDA in the second half of 2023.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/18/2023

MSNBC's Chris Hayes Latest to Call Out 'Constant Gambling Propaganda' in Sports Broadcasts

"I know it makes me sound like a curmudgeon, but the *constant* gambling propaganda now integrated into every professional sports broadcast is really gross."

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, Apr/18/2023

PointsBet US Sports Betting Business Up for Sale Amidst 'Ferocious' Competition

Plus LIV Golf's Harold Varner III appeared to confirm Phil Mickelson is still gambling after he completed his 2023 Masters.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/18/2023

Morant, Giannis Injuries Odds Update: Playoff Casualties Continue to Mount

Based on the updated playoff odds for the Memphis Grizzlies and Los Angeles Lakers, it appears Ja Morant's wrist injury will keep him out of Game 2, and likely the remainder of the series.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/17/2023

Sportsbooks Feeling the "McDavid Effect" Ahead of Playoffs

Sportsbooks Feeling the "McDavid Effect" Ahead of Playoffs

Hockey fans around the globe will be watching the Oilers start their playoff run tonight against L.A., but the sportsbooks don't want to see Edmonton and McDavid get out of the first round.

Submitted by Press Release on, Apr/17/2023

Family Prepares to Pull Plug on Life Support for Pro Gambler

Family to Give Last Rites to Pro Gambler Before Pulling Plug on Tuesday

Death is expected to have massive implications for the credit betting world both offshore and throughout the USA.  Plus we now have our Top 20 horses and the latest odds applied.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Apr/17/2023

Bucks on Life Support Following Giannis Back Injury? Lose 3 Points on Spread

Bucks on Life Support Following Giannis Back Injury?

But it could be the Heat that go cold the remainder of this series as they lose their big star.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/17/2023

Changing Handicapping Strategies in the NHL Playoffs

Handicapping strategies in the NHL have to be on point. The NHL playoffs are the toughest postseason test in all of sports, and sports bettors need to know this. Bettors cannot simply utilize their regular season betting strategy and assume they will have success. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/17/2023

What is the Head to Head Record for Blue Jays vs. Astros?

The Houston Astros had been pretty hot against the Toronto Blue Jays up until April of last year (2022).  Up until then, starting in 2017, Toronto had not won consecutive games.  Houston went 16-8 over that time.  Half of the Blue Jays wins over this span were on the road.

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Last year, Toronto started to turn the tables, going 4-2 against Houston.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Apr/16/2023

Meet Fliff, the New AI Sports Prediction Game That Has One Goal: Destroy the Bookie

It bills itself as the "next generation social sportsbook", a "prediction game that never ends". 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/16/2023

LA Angels Sports Betting News: Angels Win Game 1 vs. Yankees

This is an 11 am ET game Monday with some showers forecast until roughly the 4 pm hour.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/16/2023

Jacob deGrom Removed From His Start in Middle of a Shutout vs. Yankees

The Texas Rangers are a mid-tier team on the odds breakdown.  They'll pay out $5000 on a $100 bet with a World Series victory.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/15/2023

Twins-Yankees Game Postponement? Scattered Storms Anticipated

Twins-Yankees Game Postponement?

Scattered thunderstorms were forecast throughout the Twins-Yankees game on Saturday.  This one has a 1:05 pm start with a 50% to 60% chance of showers and storms from 9 am right through the evening hours.  The Yankees open at -135.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Apr/14/2023

Rays Finally Hit 10 Losses, Still Best in the MLB

Shane McClanahan (L) starts the May 13 game against the Yankees for the Rays and has been pretty sick of late.  He's won his last three starts, allowing just three runs over that period.  He's 7-0 with a 1.76 ERA.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/14/2023

Radio Sports Show Host Fred Wallin Dead....Well, Not Really

Plus the Under watch in Houston Saturday and MLB storm watch in KC.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/14/2023

Gambling Case Against Hells Angels Fell Apart But Fight on to Keep $40M in Seized Assets

One of the original targets of the police investigation has since been murdered and there was an attempted murder of another.  And now $270,000 has mysteriously ended up in someone's bedroom.

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Apr/13/2023

Where Can I Bet the NFL Draft Online From Arizona?

Where Can I Bet the NFL Draft Online From Arizona?

If you are looking to bet this year's NFL Draft online from the state of Arizona, you'll need to do so with an offshore sportsbook or a local bookie.  Offshore books like BetUS have been in business since 1994, so needless-to-say, they are pretty solid.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/13/2023

Arizona Sports Betting News

Arizona Sports Betting News

These are the latest stories involving the sports betting industry in Arizona

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Apr/13/2023

Local Bookmakers Gambling Guide To Becoming An Online Bookie Agent

You want to be a bookie agent? Are you craving for a chance to make cool money from the most trusted online wagering software without a hustle?

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Apr/13/2023

Premier League Clubs to Ban Betting Sponsorships

The league’s 20 clubs collectively announced the decision to voluntarily “reduce gambling advertising.”

Submitted by C Costigan on, Apr/13/2023

Braves vs. Royals Game Postponement Due to Weather? Friday, Saturday

Braves vs. Royals Game Postponement Due to Weather?  Friday, Saturday

As we offer our predictions forecasts for this weekend's Major League Baseball series, it is also important to monitor potential weather affects in certain cities.  Here we have the potential for scattered thunderstorms in the Kansas City area both Friday and Saturday.  The Royals will be hosting the Atlanta Braves.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Apr/13/2023

Trae Young Next Team Odds: Team They Beat, the Heat, Favored to Land Him

Trae Young Next Team Odds: Had Enough of Nate McMillan and Got Him Fired

Recent reports have surfaced that team brass is open to trading the mercurial guard this offseason, and that Young is open to be traded.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Apr/13/2023

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