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Odds to Win the 2012 Preakness Stakes Now Up: I’ll Have Another Not the Favorite

BetOnline has posted odds to win the 2012 Preakness Stakes more than a week before the 2^nd leg of the Triple Crown is set to take place. You can find all of the betting odds here. These prices will change once the post position draw takes place so Gambling911.com encourages readers to lock these odds in now if they look appealing early on.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Wed, 05/09/2012 - 22:26

Fernando Verdasco v Rafael Nadal Sick Odds but Payout for Verdasco Win Would be Massive

With the Thursday May 10^th ATP Madrid Open matchup of Fernando Verdasco v Rafael Nadal, the odds have a Verdasco win paying $200 for every $10 bet or $2000 for every $100 bet at Bookmaker, the world’s oldest North American facing online sportsbook, which now caters to gamblers around the globe.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Wed, 05/09/2012 - 20:40

The Players Championship 2012 Sees Tiger Woods the Favorite Among Bettors

Despite missing the cut last week, Tiger Woods (20/1 to win) is the most popular wager (by a lot), getting 18 percent of betting action on The Players Championship 2012 at Sportsbook.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Wed, 05/09/2012 - 10:51

Sportsbook.ag The Players Golf Championship at Sawgrass Preview

Another 144-man field descends on TPC Sawgrass this week as The Players Championship tees off. Experience has played a major role in determining the champion in recent years. Of the last seven champions, six of them were playing in at least their eighth Players. With that in mind, here’s a look at this week’s best bets …

Submitted by Payton on, Wed, 05/09/2012 - 10:11

Players Championship 2012 Betting Odds Offer Massive Payouts: Tiger Woods Pays $1700

When it comes to the Players Championship 2012 betting odds, even the favourite, Rory McIlroy, promises a significant payout of $90 for every $10 bet or $900 for every $100 bet at Bookmaker.eu should he win.

Woods, meanwhile, had some of his longest odds yet at nearly 17/1.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Mon, 05/07/2012 - 21:57

Police: No suspects yet in Churchill Downs slaying

LOUISVILLE, KY. — (Associated Press) - Detectives have no suspects in the slaying of a track worker at Churchill Downs just hours after the Kentucky Derby, but investigators stressed Monday that the killing had no apparent connection to the iconic horse race.

Louisville Police Lt. Barry Wilkerson said investigators are asking witnesses to come forward with information in the slaying of 48-year-old Adan Fabian Perez. Perez’s body was found Sunday morning in the back portion of Barn No. 8, just a few barns away from where Derby winner I’ll Have Another was stabled.

Submitted by on, Mon, 05/07/2012 - 12:41

Number 8 Seed LA Kings Now Favored to Win 2012 Stanley Cup

Don’t look now but the number eight-seeded Los Angeles Kings are listed as the 2/1 favorites to win the 2012 Stanley Cup at Sportsbook.

LA Kings were listed at 50/1 in mid February to win Stanley Cup.  

For those of you wondering, I’ve been advised Sportsbook does have one player who bet $400 on the Kings at 50 to 1. That would result in a $20,000 pay day.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Mon, 05/07/2012 - 12:09

Kentucky Derby Wagering Hits All Time High

There was record wagering at this year’s Kentucky Derby, according to the Louisville Courier-Journal.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Sun, 05/06/2012 - 21:35

Body of Slain Man Found at Churchill Downs Identified as Trainer Cecil Borel Employee

Police have identified the murdered man whose body was discovered in a Churchill Downs stable just hours after the Kentucky Derby as Adan Fabian Perez, a 48-year-old from Guatemala. He was found four barns away from winning Derby horse “I’ll Have Another”.

Perez worked for horse trainer Cecil Borel, who is the brother of veteran jockie Calvin Borel. He began working for Borel in 2008 as a horse groomer.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Sun, 05/06/2012 - 21:13

Dead Body Found Near Stable of Winning Kentucky Derby Horse I’ll Have Another Stable

The body of an unidentified Hispanic man found Sunday morning in a stable at Churchill Downs was being treated as a homicide, police investigators told the press. The cause of death would be determined by the coroner, she said.

The discovery was made around 4:30 am in a barn close to where Kentucky Derby winner I’ll Have Another was being kept. Barn eight had been cordoned off all morning.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Sun, 05/06/2012 - 12:51

I’ll Have Another Wins The 2012 Kentucky Derby at 12 to 1 Odds

I’ll Have Another wins the 2012 Kentucky Derby at 12-1 odds. This is the first win in history for post position 19. Amazing.

Finishing second was Bodemeister. Dullahan finished 3rd.

Bodemeister led early with Trinniberg while Hansen was acting up. Union Rags was boxed in. Bodemeister led right up to the final seconds before I’ll Have Another came up and won it.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 18:38

Odds of a Horse Winning the Triple Crown in 2012

Carrie Stroup here with a quickie on the odds of a horse winning the Triple Crown in 2012.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 15:54

2012 Kentucky Derby Afternoon Odds (May 5), Gemologist Down to 4.5

With the 2012 Kentucky Derby afternoon odds we were finally seeing a few dramatic line moves at Bookmaker.eu, including Gemologist dropping from 6/1 to +450.

The betting was brisk throughout the morning and afternoon hours this Derby Day.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 15:35

Union Rags Kentucky Derby Odds Back Up To +450 Saturday Afternoon

After holding steadfast at 4/1 all week, Union Rags odds had moved to +450 at WagerWeb by Noon Eastern Standard Time Saturday for a payout potential of $45 on every $10 bet.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 12:22

Miguel Cotto vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr Fight Odds

Carrie Stroup here and we got quite an active betting card for Saturday that includes the Miguel Cotto vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr fight odds. These were available at Sportsbook, which was also offering round betting and lines on the result (i.e. Knock Out, etc..).

Miguel Cotto (37-2, 30 KO) vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr. (42-0, 26 KO)

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 11:41

2012 Kentucky Derby Horses That Can Run in Heat: Union Rags Not Among Them

While we aren’t quite sure whether the rains will come, one thing is for sure, the 2012 Kentucky Derby is going to be a hot one with temperatures flirting with 88 degrees. This could go down as one of the hottest – if not THE hottest – Kentucky Derby on record. Get all the latest Derby odds here at Betonline.

We have a little bit of a preview of which 2012 Derby horses should be able to take the heat and one that will have some issues.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 11:21

Kentucky Derby 2012 Odds From Bet Online (Late Morning)

Bet Online has released there Kentucky Derby 2012 odds late Saturday morning, updated to reflect the current condition of the track as well as action coming in. You can find these odds under HORSES when you visit their site here – Get rebates and up to $900 in FREE CASH (restrictions do apply).

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 10:43

Three Most Popular Kentucky Derby Horses Saturday Morning

Carrie Stroup here with news that just came in from our friends at Sportsbook on the three most popular Kentucky Derby horses this Saturday AM.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 10:22

2012 Kentucky Derby Horse Matchups

BetOnline had some good 2012 Kentucky Derby horse matchups for your betting pleasure. They were also offering up to 7 percent on losses back and up to $900 in FREE BETS (restrictions do apply).

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 10:04

Kentucky Derby 2012 Track Conditions – Race Day

As of 9:30 am EST the Kentucky Derby 2012 track conditions were absolute slop, but that is likely to change dramatically over the next couple of hours. Odds have not fluctuated much overnight at Sportsbook as a result of the weather conditions and it does appear that the public in general was awaiting placing bets to get a better handle on this afternoon’s weather.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 09:42

Kentucky Derby 2012 Morning Lines (Saturday May 5)

We have your updated Kentucky Derby morning lines as of 9 am EST. Carrie Stroup here and Gambling911.com’s traffic is through the roof this morning as everybody and their mother seems to be betting on the 2012 Kentucky Derby. These lines are courtesy of Sportsbook, which was offering up to $250 in FREE CASH to qualified new signups and up to 8 percent back on losses.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 09:25

Kentucky Derby 2012 Rain Chances Still at 40 Percent: Heat and Overnight Strong Storms

If Friday was any indication, the Kentucky Derby 2012 could be a wet one, not to mention hot!!!

Some fans had to be evacuated on Friday at Churchill Downs due to stormy conditions and scattered severe storms are once again in the forecast for Saturday afternoon.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Sat, 05/05/2012 - 00:51

Alpha Kentucky Derby Odds at 14 to 1 Overnight Saturday Not Much Value

Alpha was coming in at 14-1 odds to win the 2012 Kentucky Derby overnight and into the morning hours of race day.

Considering his slow starts and the fact that he has had gate issues, 14-1 odds is hardly a fair price. Not to mention his post position at 11 has a poor history for winning.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Fri, 05/04/2012 - 23:55

Hansen Kentucky Derby Odds at 10-1 Overnight Saturday

Hansen Kentucky Derby odds were coming in at 10-1 at Sportsbook and he certainly stands a chance of winning, although we here at Gambling911.com would prefer to see longer odds.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Fri, 05/04/2012 - 23:34

I’ll Have Another Kentucky Derby Odds at 12-1

I’ll Have Another Kentucky Derby odds were coming in at 12-1 at Sportsbook whereas they should be 20-1 or longer.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Fri, 05/04/2012 - 22:54

Creative Cause Kentucky Derby Odds (Morning Line)

Sportsbook had Creative Cause listed with 12/1 odds of winning the 2012 Kentucky Derby just hours before the big race early Saturday morning. This was one of the better prices offered on Creative Cause overnight with some online racebooks offering odds that were half that.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Fri, 05/04/2012 - 22:22

Las Vegas Odds – 2012 Kentucky Derby: Online Books More Convenient, Better Lines

Las Vegas odds on the 2012 Kentucky Derby varied from sportsbook to sportsbook, but the odds are one could find better odds at one of several online racebooks, some of which have been around for well over 10 years and offer rebates (losses back) like Sportsbook.

Submitted by Carrie Stroup on, Fri, 05/04/2012 - 22:01

Dullahan Kentucky Derby Odds (Overnight – Morning Saturday)

Dullahan was listed at 8/1 odds to win the 2012 Kentucky Derby at Belmont.com, which was a half to one point better than most other online racebooks.

This Derby contender has plenty going for him including the best post position in terms of historic wins and one of the best jockeys there is in Kent Desormeaux.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Fri, 05/04/2012 - 21:40

2012 Kentucky Derby Current Odds – Overnight Lines

These 2012 Kentucky Derby current odds were ready for betting during the overnight and early morning hours of Saturday May 5, the day of the big race. These odds were almost certainly going to fluctuate throughout the afternoon Saturday, the hours leading up to the race. Gambling911.com is encouraging readers to place their bets as early as possible or at least set up their accounts.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Fri, 05/04/2012 - 21:20

Handicapping the 2012 Kentucky Derby: Rating the Jockeys

When handicapping the 2012 Kentucky Derby one should certainly look at the jockeys.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Fri, 05/04/2012 - 20:18