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Vikings’ Infection Control Officer Tests Positive for COVID

Minnesota Vikings vice president of sports medicine Eric Sugarman, who’s in charge of the organization’s virus prevention plan, has tested positive for COVID-19, the team announced Monday.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Jul/27/2020

Experts Weigh in on Marlins Covid Outbreak: What it Means for the Team and MLB

Experts Weigh in on Marlins Covid Outbreak: What it Means for the Team and MLB

Following news that 13 individuals with the Miami Marlins team have tested positive for Covid-19, experts at ESPN attempted to answer the tough questions.  Both Orioles-Marlins games scheduled for Monday and Tuesday have been postponed as a result.  Additionally, the Yankees-Phillies game Monday was postponed out of an abundance of caution since the Marlins had used the clubhouse New York was slated to use.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jul/27/2020

San Jose Earthquakes vs Real Salt Lake Picks, Betting Odds - Monday July 27

San Jose Earthquakes vs Real Salt Lake Picks, Betting Odds - Monday July 27

Under 2.5 goals have landed in Real Salt Lake’s last five games

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jul/27/2020

Mets vs. Red Sox Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 27

The Mets-Red Sox Game 1 takes place at 7 pm ET on ESPN. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jul/27/2020

Angels vs. Athletics Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 27

Angels vs. Athletics Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 27

The Angels vs. Athletics Game 1 takes place at 3:40 pm ET on the MLB Network.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/27/2020

NFL Players Who Attend High Risk Events Face No Pay

NFL Players Who Attend High Risk Events Face No Pay

NFL players attending parties, group activities and other events deemed "high risk" will face stiff fines and potential withholding of pay.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/27/2020

Two MLB Games Postponed After Marlins Coronavirus Outbreak

Two MLB Games Postponed After Marlins Coronavirus Outbreak

Two MLB games Monday night are being postponed because of an outbreak of the coronavirus among the Miami Marlins.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/27/2020

Fandemic: Former Players Give Their Take on Chiefs, Dodgers, Lakers

Fandemic: Former Players Give Their Take on Chiefs, Dodgers, Lakers

Former Tennessee Titans running back Eddie George talks the upcoming NFL season and predicts the Kansas City Chiefs will win another Super Bowl. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/27/2020

NFL Betting – Dallas Cowboys Win Total

NFL Betting – Dallas Cowboys Win Total

Cowboys are a big favorite to win over 9.5 regular season games

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Jul/27/2020

Phillies Lose to Covid Ravaged Marlins

Phillies Lose to Covid Ravaged Marlins

The Phillies lost to the Marlins Sunday despite the Miami team losing four of its players to positive Covid tests.  They included scheduled starting pitcher Jose Urena.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jul/26/2020

How to Book Baseball Bets

With a global pandemic having shut sports down for more than four months, sports bettors are now hungry to bet just about anything.  One of the first US sports leagues to return, albeit with an abbreviated season, is Major League Baseball.  As a bookmaker, there is money to be had taking bets on Major League Baseball, but there are some dangerous situations that must be avoided that are specific to 2020.  The established Pay Per Head businesses can help guide you through the process.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Jul/26/2020

Sporting Kansas City vs Vancouver Whitecaps Picks, Betting Odds - Sunday July 26

Sporting Kansas City vs Vancouver Whitecaps Picks, Betting Odds - Sunday July 26

Sporting Kansas City have allowed 2+ goals in 8 of their last 11 matches in Major League Soccer.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, Jul/26/2020

Toronto FC vs. New York FC Picks, Betting Odds - Sunday July 26

Toronto FC vs. New York FC Picks, Betting Odds - Sunday July 26

There are no losses for Toronto FC in 18 of their most recent 19 games (Major League Soccer).

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/26/2020

Before You Bet: MLB Weather Forecasts for July 26, 2020

Before You Bet: MLB Weather Forecasts for July 26, 2020

Another quiet day when it comes to weather forecasts at home ball parks.  The only thing left to look at is potential strong carry rates for batting due primarily to high dewpoints.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/26/2020

Braves-Mets Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 26

Braves-Mets Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 26

The Braves-Mets Game 3 takes place Sunday at 1 pm ET on TBS. 

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, Jul/25/2020

Philadelphia Union vs New England Revolution Picks, Betting Odds - Saturday July 25

Philadelphia Union vs New England Revolution Picks, Betting Odds - Saturday July 25

Philadelphia Union 9/5 vs New England Revolution 7/5, Draw (5/2) betting markets, odds and tips are can be found here.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/25/2020

Yankees-Nationals Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 25

The Yankees-Nats Game 2 takes place Saturday at 7:05 pm ET on Fox. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/25/2020

Giants vs. Dodgers Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 25

Giants vs. Dodgers Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 25

The Giants-Dodgers Game 2 takes place Saturday at 4:05 pm ET on Fox.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/25/2020

Before You Bet: MLB Weather Forecasts for July 25, 2020

Before You Bet: MLB Weather Forecasts for July 25, 2020

Good news for MLB bettors as we are not anticipating any postponements or game cancellations due to weather.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/25/2020

Orlando City vs Montreal Impact Picks, Betting Odds - Saturday July 25

Orlando City vs Montreal Impact Picks, Betting Odds - Saturday July 25

In 9 of Orlando City SC's last 10 Major League Soccer games both teams scored.....but it gets better and the price is good for this wager.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Jul/25/2020

Napoli v Sassuolo Picks, Betting Odds - Saturday July 25

Napoli v Sassuolo Picks, Betting Odds - Saturday July 25

The hosts haven’t kept a clean sheet at home in their last 11 league games

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jul/24/2020

Brewers vs. Cubs Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 25

Brewers vs. Cubs Betting Line, Odds, Preview July 25

The Brewers vs. Cubs Game 2 takes place Saturday at 1 pm ET on Fox. 

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jul/24/2020

BetOnline: Baseball Adapting to Covid, the Health Risks and Would You Do It?

BetOnline: Baseball Adapting to Covid, the Health Risks and Would You Do It?BetOnline: Baseball Adapting to Covid, the Health Risks and Would You Do It?

One time second baseman MLB player Harold Reynolds, Tennessee Titans star Eddie George and former professional NBA player and commentator Robert Horry talk starting sports back up in the middle of a pandemic.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, Jul/24/2020

ESPN Generates Largest Audience Ever for MLB Opening Night Telecast

ESPN Generates Largest Audience Ever for MLB Opening Night Telecast

It's official.  Fans and sports bettors alike are thrilled to have sports back in the United States, and the numbers prove this. 

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Jul/24/2020

NFL Training Camp Could Start on Time, Entire MSU Team Under Quarantine

NFL Training Camp Could Start on Time, Entire MSU Team Under Quarantine

The league held a meeting with coaches, general managers, presidents and ownership Friday.  Most of the player concerns were addressed and the higher-ups are all on board.

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, Jul/24/2020

Introducing the Buffalo Blue Jays

Introducing the Buffalo Blue Jays

It was confirmed Friday that the Toronto Blue Jays have found a new home for 2020.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jul/24/2020

Odds of Notre Dame Winning ACC Title in 2020, No More Clemson Covid Cases

Odds of Notre Dame Winning ACC Title in 2020, No More Clemson Covid Cases

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are in the process of considering a schedule model for the 2020 season that has gone into complete disarray due to the coronavirus pandemic.  One option, compete for an ACC title. 

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jul/24/2020

Weather for the Marlins Phillies Game July 24 2020 Calls for Slow Moving Storms

Weather for the Marlins Phillies Game July 24 2020 Calls for Slow Moving Storms

The July 24, 2020 Marlins-Phillies game calls for slow moving but scattered thunderstorms in the area.  Remember, many sportsbooks will require games to go 8.5 to 9 innings in order for there to be action for the 2020 season.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Jul/24/2020

UFC Odds – UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Till

UFC Odds – UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Till

One final stop on UFC Fight Island in Abu Dhabi sends the promotion out in style with 15 bouts on the UFC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Till card. There are several intriguing fights lined up with the headliner between middleweight contenders getting most of the attention. Former division champ Robert Whittaker (20-5) enters the octagon for the first time since losing the title to Israel Adesanya last fall, stopping a nine-bout winning streak. Till fights for the second time at 185, showing he belongs with a split decision win over Kevin Gastelum last November.

Submitted by Phil Simon on, Jul/24/2020

2020 AL MVP Betting Odds

Even in a 60-game season, there will still be awards handed out at the end of the season. The crown jewel is of course the MVP award, which could be won by anyone in a shortened year. Today, we’re looking at the latest odds for the American League MVP, along with a closer look at some of the more notable candidates. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, Jul/23/2020

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