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Braves vs. Marlins Betting Preview - May 5

Braves vs. Marlins Betting Preview - May 5

The Atlanta Braves vs. Miami Marlins game featured a line of Braves -120 after opening -142, Marlins +119 and a total of 7.5.  That total number has not moved.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/05/2019

Maximum Security Owner Says Kentucky Derby Disqualification 'Most Egregious' Ever

Maximum Security Owner Says Kentucky Derby Disqualification 'Most Egregious' Ever

Maximum Security co-owner Gary West criticized race stewards' disqualification of his horse's Kentucky Derby victory as "egregious" and said he was pondering his next step, including a possible appeal.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/05/2019

Fade the Public Yes or No - MLB May 5

Fade the Public Yes or No - MLB May 5

If ever we were going to blindly fade the public yesterday without further review of the game, we would have faded Texas.  Fortunately we did not.  The Rangers ended up winning against the Blue Jays even with that line dropping fast.   We did, however, give the Blue Jays a 55% chance in that one. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/05/2019

TwinSpires Refunding Maximum Security Bets Up to $10

TwinSpires Refunding Maximum Security Bets Up to $10

US-based online racebook TwinSpires confirmed Saturday night they will refund losing bets placed on Maximum Security up to $10.  Offshore mega book BetOnline revealed they will be grading all Maximum Security bets as "no action".

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/05/2019

Maximum Security Disqualification Costs Gamblers $9 Million

Maximum Security Disqualification Costs Gamblers $9 Million

While BetOnline Kentucky Derby customers lucked out with that company refunding bets placed on Maximum Security, that horse's disqualification costs gamblers elsewhere a cool $9 million.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/04/2019

Refunds Given on Maximum Security Kentucky Derby Bets

Refunds Given on Maximum Security Bets

Company stands to cough up 'healthy six figure refund' calling Maximum Security 'no action'

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/04/2019

Braves-Marlins Under 8-1 in Last Nine

Heading into Sunday, the Braves-Marlins series had gone UNDER the total eight out of nine times.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/04/2019

Country House Wins 2019 Kentucky Derby Following Maxium Security Disqualification

Country House, a huge long shot, finished second.  Code of Honor was third.  This one was under review.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/04/2019

Is Ace Per Head 6-week Free Promotion Legit?

Is Ace Per Head 6-week Free Promotion Legit?

A pay per head company is an online betting service that enables bookies to accept wagers from their players by using their website and software.

Submitted by Guest on, May/04/2019

Red Sox vs. White Sox Betting Preview May 4 - Boston Shoots Up From -145 to -171

Red Sox vs. White Sox Betting Preview May 4 - Boston Shoots Up From -145 to -171

The books don't want anyone betting the Boston Red Sox playing at the Chicago White Sox.  The line on this game has shot up from around -140 to -171.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/04/2019

I Need a Pay Per Head for the PGA Championship

I Need a Pay Per Head for the PGA Championship

Golf is fast becoming one of the most bet on sports with Tiger Woods stunning victory at the 2019 Masters.  Bookies and agents are scrambling to ensure they have a pay per head platform that takes golf bets.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, May/04/2019

Bet the Blast Pro Series Madrid - Odds to Win 2019

Bet the Blast Pro Series Madrid - Odds to Win 2019

Individuals from around the world can bet on the Blast Pro Series Madrid.

Submitted by Alistair Prescott on, May/04/2019

Columbus Area Bookies, Bettors Celebrate Blue Jackets First Deep Stanley Cup Playoffs Run

Columbus Area Bookies, Bettors Celebrate Blue Jackets First Deep Stanley Cup Playoffs Run

The Columbus Blue Jackets entered their Game 5 against the Boston Bruins tied 2-2 in the series.  This one was guaranteed to go at least six games.  The Blue Jackets were at +127 to +130 depending on the book.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/04/2019

Mets vs. Brewers Betting Preview - May 4

Mets vs. Brewers Betting Preview - May 4

The total on the Mets-Brewers game caught our attention as that number has shot up from 8 to 9 at PinnacleSports.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/04/2019

How Has Maximum Security Run in the Mud?

How Has Maximum Security Run in the Mud?

It's going to be a sloppy track and Maximum Security has shown he can run in the mud and was coming in at 8-1 odds for a payout potential of $80 on every $10 bet. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/04/2019

How Has Improbable Run in the Mud?

How Has Improbable Run in the Mud?

It could be a deluge come post time for the 2019 Kentucky Derby.  With Improbable a slight favorite to win the Derby at +550 (or 5.5/1), we look at how he has fared on a sloppy track.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/04/2019

2019 Kentucky Derby Mudders (Podcast)

It's gonna be a soaker Saturday at this year's Kentucky Derby.  We'll need to look at this year's mudders and their potential payouts. 

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/04/2019

What's Up With The Mariners?

What's Up With The Mariners?

The Mariners are clinging to a record just two wins under the .500 mark after starting the season 13-2

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/04/2019

Where Can I Bet on Sports Online From Montana

Where Can I Bet on Sports Online From Montana

The Montana Governor signed off on sports betting legislation to make the state the 10th in the US outside of Nevada to offer this activity from businesses based within its borders.  Online sports betting will only be available from offshore sportsbooks

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/04/2019

Fade the Public Yes or No - MLB May 4 (Podcast)

Fade the Public Yes or No - MLB May 4

If you are one to fade the betting public, these are the teams you would consider wagering against.  Just blindly fading public picks will not lead to winning seasons however. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/04/2019

2019 Kentucky Derby Updated Weather Forecast Calls for Sloppy Track

2019 Kentucky Derby Updated Forecast Calls for Sloppy Track

The morning forecast Saturday called for rain throughout the afternoon leading into the Kentucky Derby.

Submitted by Guest on, May/04/2019

Kentucky Derby 2019 Morning Odds (Podcast)

Kentucky Derby 2019 Morning Odds

The Kentucky Derby 2019 morning odds are up with some noticable shifts in pricing.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/04/2019

Betting the Triple Crown at Your Online Sports and Racebook

Betting the Triple Crown at Your Online Sports and Racebook

The Triple Crown is the pinnacle of horse racing. In order to win the Triple Crown a horse needs to win the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes. These races are all run in the United States and are open to three-year-old thoroughbreds.

Submitted by Guest on, May/04/2019

Best and Worst Bullpens May 3 2019

Best and Worst Bullpens May 3 2019

These are the best and worst bullpens in Major League Baseball and how these teams have performed in terms of the total.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/03/2019

Does FanDuel Take Bets on the Kentucky Derby?

Does FanDuel Take Bets on the Kentucky Derby?

FanDuel does not take bets on the Kentucky Derby.  Bookmaker takes bets from all US states and offers an 8% rebate on daily wins and losses.

Submitted by Mary Montgomery on, May/03/2019

Where Can I Bet the Kentucky Derby Online From Kansas

Where Can I Bet the Kentucky Derby Online From Kansas

You can bet the Kentucky Derby online from Kansas using any number of top websites.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/03/2019

The Churchill Downs Stakes: Race 8 of 2019 Kentucky Derby

The Grade I, $500,000 Churchill Downs Stakes is just one of several excellent races being offered on Saturday’s Kentucky Derby undercard. A field of 12 will line up for the seven-furlong event, which is scheduled to go off at approximately 2:45 p.m. ET.

Submitted by Guest on, May/03/2019

Montana Becomes the 10th State to Legalize Sports Betting - No Mobile

Montana Becomes the 10th State to Legalize Sports Betting - No Mobile

Montana became the first state to legalize sports betting this year after Gov. Steve Bullock signed a bill Friday for the state lottery to oversee a system of wagering through kiosks and mobile applications that could be running by fall.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/03/2019

Can I Bet the Kentucky Derby From Colorado?

Can I Bet the Kentucky Derby From Colorado?

You can bet the Kentucky Derby from Colorado in the comfort of your own home at any one of a number of top international Internet racebooks

Submitted by Guest on, May/03/2019

Colorado to Have Sports Betting Question on November Ballot

Colorado to Have Sports Betting Question on November Ballot

Colorado's Legislature has approved a ballot question asking voters if sports gambling should be legalized.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/03/2019

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