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Rob Manfred, Union Talk as Major League Baseball Grapples With Coronavirus
With six teams idled Friday by the COVID-19 pandemic, Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred spoke to union leader Tony Clark about the importance of players following the sport’s coronavirus protocols.
Pac-12 Approves 10-Game Conference-Only Slate for Football
The Pac-12 has approved a 10-game, conference-only fall schedule for football to begin on Sept. 26 with "a lot of built in flexibility," the conference announced Friday.
San Jose Earthquakes - Minnesota United Picks, Betting Odds August 1
The last six games in this series have had 3 or more goals scored with five going over 4 goals scored.
Rangers-Giants Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 31
The Rangers-Giants game Friday takes place at 9 pm ET on ESPN2.
Cardinals-Brewers Game Friday Postponed Due to Two Covid Cases
All bets are off for Friday's Cardinals-Brewers game due to two positive Covid-19 test results.
UFC Odds – UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. Shahbazyan
It’s back to base camp for the UFC, returning to the APEX in Las Vegas after four successful tours on Fight Island in Abu Dhabi for UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. Shahbazyan.
Montreal Canadiens at Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Preview
Add another sport to the list of leagues that is making its return to action. The NHL is back this weekend, with the 24 remaining teams set to begin in the bubbles of Edmonton and Toronto. In Toronto, one of the Eastern Conference matchups starts their best-of-five series on Saturday, as the No. 12 Montreal Canadiens take on the No. 5 Pittsburgh Penguins.
Houston Rockets at Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview
The NBA is returning to action in a way we've never seen; 22 teams playing inside of a "bubble" staged in Orlando, Florida. One of the first games we are set to see are the Houston Rockets and the Dallas Mavericks, two Western Conference rivals who feel like they are in a position to contend and win the most unique NBA championship in league history.
MLB to Go 7 Innings for Doubleheaders
Major League Baseball and the players union have agreed to play 7 inning doubleheaders.
Philadelphia Union vs. Sporting Kansas City Picks, Betting Odds July 30
Philadelphia Union (5/2) vs. Sporting Kansas City (1) Draw (5/2) betting markets, odds and tips are can be found here
"Insane" Action on Clippers-Lakers Game Thursday Night
Dave Mason of BetOnline is reporting "insane action" on Thursday's night's late game between the LA Clippers and LA Lakers.
SEC to Play 10-Game, Conference-Only Football Schedule
The SEC presidents and chancellors on Thursday approved a 10-game, conference-only football schedule for the fall that begins on Sept. 26, sources confirmed to ESPN. The SEC title game is scheduled for Dec. 19.
Hill's Asher in Line of Fire Following Twitter Tirade Attacking Offshores
VSiN's Gill Alexander @beatingthebook is the latest to lash out at William Hill CEO Joe Asher for his attack on the offshore sports betting industry.
Will Cubs-Reds Game Be Delayed, Postponed, Cancelled?
The weather forecast is not looking good for Thursday night's Cubs-Reds game.
Phillies Covid Clubhouse, Marlins Leave Their Germs, Two Catch Virus
The Philadelphia Phillies have shut down all activities at Citizens Bank Park after a member of the coaching staff and a member of the home clubhouse staff tested positive for COVID-19, the team confirmed on Thursday. No Phillies players are yet to test positive. The clubhouse was utilized by the visiting Miami Marlins last weekend with 19 of their players and coaching staff testing positive.
NBA Betting – Boston Celtics vs. Milwaukee Bucks
With the return of the NBA we get to type the name Antetokounmpo in every article relating to the Milwaukee Bucks, and even some that don’t. The MVP front-runner leads his squad back on the court Saturday against the Boston Celtics after the Bucks posted a league-best 53-12 ledger before the shutdown.
Chiefs Take Hit With RB Damien Williams Opting Out of 2020 Season
The Kansas City Chiefs remain the favorite to win the 2021 Super Bowl (+325) but took a hit late Wednesday when it was revealed star running back Damien Williams will opt out of the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Report: MLB Considers 7 Inning Double Headers
Following a series of game disruptions brought on by a Covid-19 outbreak among Marlins players, Major League Baseball is said to be contemplating making up these games through seven inning double headers.
Utah Jazz vs. New Orleans Pelicans Betting Odds - July 30
Everyone is looking forward to the return of the NBA after the season was abruptly halted by the global coronavirus pandemic. We get our wish Thursday starting with the Jazz-Pelicans game.
Report: Rutgers Football COVID-19 Outbreak Linked to On-Campus Party
An outbreak of Covid-19 among Rutgers football players is being blamed on an on-campus party. Once a hot bed for Covid cases, New Jersey has some of the lowest case numbers in the nation.
Sportsbooks Say There Will Be a World Series in 2020 at Near 1-5 Odds
There will be a completed Major League Baseball (MLB) season and a World Series, so say the oddsmakers. SportsBetting.ag on Wednesday released odds of a World Series at -450. But if you think the season will be cancelled, the payout will be $27.50 for every $10. We know there are a lot of sports commentators who would be willing to take that bet.
Rain Delay for Rays-Braves Game Possible
Gambling911.com is looking at the potential of pop up storms during the Rays-Braves game Wednesday evening.
PGA Tour Picks – WGC FedEx St. Jude Invitational Odds
The stars will shine on the PGA Tour this week at the World Golf Championship FedEx St. Jude Invitational, the most prestigious tournament since the season restart. That title will last all of one week, though, with the season’s first Major, the PGA Championship, up next on the reimagined schedule. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. With 45 of the top 50 golfers in the OWGR competing, the only thing missing is Tiger Woods. Jon Rahm makes his first start since winning the Memorial and taking over as the No. 1 player in the world.
Sassuolo v Genoa, Fiorentina v Bologna Picks, Betting Odds - Wednesday July 29
In each of their last 31 Serie A matches, Bologna FC have allowed 1 or more goals
Portland Timbers v FC Cincinnati Picks, Betting Odds - Tuesday July 28
Both teams scored in 8 of Portland Timbers's last 9 league games.
Columbus Crew vs. Minnesota United Picks, Betting Odds - Tuesday July 28
Minnesota United have scored 2+ goals in 4 of their last 5 away league matches.
Marlins Games Suspended Through Sunday Due to Covid Outbreak
Major League Baseball has postponed all of the Miami Marlins' games through Sunday after the team's recent coronavirus outbreak.
Before You Bet: MLB Weather Forecasts for July 28, 2020
We do have one worry area to monitor, though postponements are not likely.
Khabib-Gaethje Fight Odds October 24
Gaethje was coming in at +190 and Khabib -225 at BetOnline.
Patriots Opt-Outs Will Affect Division Odds
New England Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower is opting out of the 2020 season, league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Tuesday. The Patriots odds of winning the AFC East division were at +130.
