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Mother of Invention: Coronavirus Creates Crazy Sportsbook Odds in Weird Markets

April 7, 2020 By Kurt Boyer Leave a Comment

You know those Laurel & Hardy routines where a tremendous crash occurs off-camera, announced with a symphony of sound effects, after which only the aftermath is seen? That’s what it’s been like at offshore sportsbooks as the dreaded Coronavirus peaks in major countries, and as the entire sports world … Read More... about Mother of Invention: Coronavirus Creates Crazy Sportsbook Odds in Weird Markets

PGA-LIV Merger: Why Golf’s Sportsbook Odds Are a Calm Port in the PGA Tour’s Ongoing Storm

June 10, 2023 By Kurt Boyer Leave a Comment

Could it be that this Tuesday's announcement of a 3-way merger between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and LIV Golf is the biggest golf story in history, as some bloggers have already labeled it? Maybe not. Walter Hagen walking into the clubhouse at Royal St. George and gaining the support of the Prince of Wales … Read More... about PGA-LIV Merger: Why Golf’s Sportsbook Odds Are a Calm Port in the PGA Tour’s Ongoing Storm

Belmont Stakes Betting – What Superstar Thoroughbred Will The 2019 Belmont Stakes Winner Emulate?

June 7, 2019 By derek Leave a Comment

Handicappers from disparate parts of the horse racing industry are sitting right now and attempting to profile the ten horses about to line-up for the 151st Belmont Stakes, staged this Saturday in New York. As always history will be used as a guide, but there is no scientific way to build an FBI-style … Read More... about Belmont Stakes Betting – What Superstar Thoroughbred Will The 2019 Belmont Stakes Winner Emulate?

UFC Singapore: Max Holloway vs. Korean Zombie Preview, Odds, Prediction, Picks

August 21, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

Max Holloway and the Korean Zombie clash at the UFC Singapore next Saturday. The two explosive featherweights will surely bring one hell of a spectacle, and knowing their style of fight, we can expect to see at least one highlight reel. Max is searching for his place in the UFC following a trilogy against … Read More... about UFC Singapore: Max Holloway vs. Korean Zombie Preview, Odds, Prediction, Picks

2023 FIBA World Cup: USA vs. New Zealand Preview, Odds, Predictions, Picks

August 25, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

USA opens the 2023 FIBA World Cup against New Zealand in the central game of Saturday's program. The media attention will be the highest possible because all the NBA stars showed incredible potential despite playing together only for a few games. New Zealand is an underdog who is aware of its position. They … Read More... about 2023 FIBA World Cup: USA vs. New Zealand Preview, Odds, Predictions, Picks

UConn Wins the NCAA Title, Dominates San Diego State, 76-59

April 4, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

UConn Huskies are the new NCAA basketball champions, winning the title following a dominant victory over San Diego State. The final result of this event was 76-59 for the Huskies, who were in control throughout the entire game. Everything was evident in the opening 20 minutes, with the Huskies making a … Read More... about UConn Wins the NCAA Title, Dominates San Diego State, 76-59

Preseason Thursday Night Football in Philly, Browns vs. Eagles, 18-18

August 18, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

The Cleveland Browns and the Philadelphia Eagles opened the second week of the NFL preseason, playing an interesting Thursday Night Football game. The result of the contest at the Lincoln Financial Field was 18-18, with both head coaches resting their starters. Neither Keving Stefanski nor Nick Sirianni … Read More... about Preseason Thursday Night Football in Philly, Browns vs. Eagles, 18-18

College Football Picks in Week 11: LSU Tigers at Arkansas Razorbacks Odds, Spread, and Pac-12 O/U Point Total Wagers

November 8, 2022 By Kurt Boyer Leave a Comment

With the FBS bowl season fast approaching, it's another excuse to bring-up how pigskin gamblers are actually some of the most "wholesome" and "optimistic" sports-watchers out there, in direct defiance of old-fashioned countryside writers who argue that gambling detracts from the audience's genuine sporting … Read More... about College Football Picks in Week 11: LSU Tigers at Arkansas Razorbacks Odds, Spread, and Pac-12 O/U Point Total Wagers

Stanley Cup Finals: Golden Knights vs Panthers Series Price Odds, Game 1 Preview, and Championship Pick

June 2, 2023 By Kurt Boyer Leave a Comment

The 2022-23 Stanley Cup playoffs did not produce a pair of 4-game sweeps in the conference finals, a scenario that "Super" Mario Lemieux last helped to bring about back in the 1990s. But, in any case the results of this year's conference-title playoff series were noteworthy for speculators, thanks to the … Read More... about Stanley Cup Finals: Golden Knights vs Panthers Series Price Odds, Game 1 Preview, and Championship Pick

Cincinnati Masters: Carlos Alcaraz vs. Novak Djokovic Preview, Odds, Head to Head, Predictions

August 20, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

The Western and Southern Open finals feature two of the top tennis players in the world, Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic. This will be a splendid way to finish one of the biggest Masters tournaments in the world and a perfect intro for the upcoming US Open. On one side, we have the future of the sport, the … Read More... about Cincinnati Masters: Carlos Alcaraz vs. Novak Djokovic Preview, Odds, Head to Head, Predictions

MLS: LA FC vs. Inter Miami Preview, Odds, Predictions, Picks

August 31, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

There isn't a bigger MLS game this weekend than the one between LA FC and Inter Miami. The champions from Los Angeles host the recent Leagues Cup … Finish Reading about MLS: LA FC vs. Inter Miami Preview, Odds, Predictions, Picks

Serie A: Napoli vs. Lazio Preview, Odds, Prediction, Picks

August 30, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

The Italian champions, Napoli, will host Lazio this Saturday night. San Paolo Stadium, or Diego Armando Maradona as some call it now, should be … Finish Reading about Serie A: Napoli vs. Lazio Preview, Odds, Prediction, Picks

Lewis Hamilton Conquers Hungaroring, Verstappen Second, Bottas Third

July 19, 2020 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

Lewis Hamilton dominantly won the Hungarian Grand Prix today, posting his second win of the season, and eighth here at the Hungaroring. The … Finish Reading about Lewis Hamilton Conquers Hungaroring, Verstappen Second, Bottas Third

Sebastian Vettel and Ferrari Parting Ways After 2020 Season

May 12, 2020 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

Sebastian Vettel and Ferrari revealed today that they wouldn't extend their partnership after the end of 2020 season. It is the news that … Finish Reading about Sebastian Vettel and Ferrari Parting Ways After 2020 Season

Evil Geniuses vs Ninjas in Pyjamas – MDL Disneyland Major

May 10, 2019 By Shehryar Raza Leave a Comment

The MDL Disneyland Paris Major is a premier competition of the 2018-2019 season of the Dota Pro Circuit (DPC). The tournament started on May 4 … Finish Reading about Evil Geniuses vs Ninjas in Pyjamas – MDL Disneyland Major

Virtus.Pro vs Mineski – MDL Disneyland Major Dota 2

May 7, 2019 By Shehryar Raza Leave a Comment

MDL Paris Major is taking place in Disneyland Paris from May 4 to 12. The prize fund for the competition is one million dollars and 15 thousand … Finish Reading about Virtus.Pro vs Mineski – MDL Disneyland Major Dota 2

Top-10 Sports Plays of 2020

January 1, 2021 By Kreighton R Leave a Comment

With 2020 in the rear view mirror, Wagerbop will now rank our top-10 plays in sports from the past year. Here is the logic behind the … Finish Reading about Top-10 Sports Plays of 2020

What Have You Done For Me Lately? Parity in the 4 Major Sports Over the Past 20 Years

July 22, 2019 By Kreighton R Leave a Comment

Take yourself back to 1999. John Elway led the Broncos to victory in Super Bowl 33, UCONN won the NCAA tournament with Rip Hamilton winning MVP … Finish Reading about What Have You Done For Me Lately? Parity in the 4 Major Sports Over the Past 20 Years

Golf Odds in 2022: Betting Lines on the 4 Major Championships and Updated Masters Trends

March 31, 2022 By Kurt Boyer Leave a Comment

A reader confessed yesterday that she's unfamiliar with the "Chevy Show," a now-defunct syndicated thrill ride that somehow thrilled Midwestern … Finish Reading about Golf Odds in 2022: Betting Lines on the 4 Major Championships and Updated Masters Trends

2020 Tokyo Olympics: Men’s and Women’s Golf Preview and Odds

July 27, 2021 By Kurt Boyer Leave a Comment

We're still very early in the Tokyo Olympics. But it's safe to say Team USA hasn't had the strong start that was expected, at least not in … Finish Reading about 2020 Tokyo Olympics: Men’s and Women’s Golf Preview and Odds

Hot MLB Teams to Bet in August (and Those to Avoid)

July 31, 2023 By Kreighton R Leave a Comment

Are you in a rut with your MLB betting? Is the variance of MLB baseball eating you alive? Yeah, it happens. There is so much volume to the … Finish Reading about Hot MLB Teams to Bet in August (and Those to Avoid)

Unlikely Hero Clutches Up, NL Snaps All-Star Game Drought

July 12, 2023 By Kreighton R Leave a Comment

Do you remember the MLB All–Star Game in 2012? It's okay, most people don't. Even hardcore baseball fans have a tough time remembering what … Finish Reading about Unlikely Hero Clutches Up, NL Snaps All-Star Game Drought

UFC 292: O’Malley KOs Aljamain Sterling, Weili Humbles Lemos

August 20, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

Sean O'Malley rocked the world last night, beating Aljamain Sterling and becoming the new UFC bantamweight champion. Also, Zhang Weili ruthlessly … Finish Reading about UFC 292: O’Malley KOs Aljamain Sterling, Weili Humbles Lemos

UFC Paris: Ciryl Gane vs. Sergey Spivak Preview, Odds, Predictions, Pick

August 19, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

The UFC on ESPN 53, or simply the UFC Paris as some call it, includes the main event in which the home favorite Ciryl Gane clashes with Sergey … Finish Reading about UFC Paris: Ciryl Gane vs. Sergey Spivak Preview, Odds, Predictions, Pick

FIBA World Cup: Serbia vs. China Preview, Odds, Predictions

August 25, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

Serbia and China open their 2023 FIBA World Cup adventure on Tuesday. These two teams met just a couple of days ago, and the Serbs showed their … Finish Reading about FIBA World Cup: Serbia vs. China Preview, Odds, Predictions

Frank Kaminsky Signs for Serbian and European Powerhouse Partizan Belgrade

August 17, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

The former No.9 pick at the 2015 NBA draft and an 8-year NBA veteran Frank Kaminsky signed a one-year deal with the Serbian powerhouse, Partizan … Finish Reading about Frank Kaminsky Signs for Serbian and European Powerhouse Partizan Belgrade

San Diego State and UConn reach the NCAA Championship Game

April 2, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

UConn Huskies and San Diego State Aztecs are in this year's NCAA Championship Game. These two teams reached the finals despite having slim … Finish Reading about San Diego State and UConn reach the NCAA Championship Game

2023 NCAA Tournament: Men’s and Women’s Final Four Matchups, Odds, Leading Cagers, and Prop Bets

March 31, 2023 By Kurt Boyer Leave a Comment

WagerBop has noted that the chances of picking a perfect March Madness bracket are as high as 9 quintillion-to 1. In March of 2023, the chances … Finish Reading about 2023 NCAA Tournament: Men’s and Women’s Final Four Matchups, Odds, Leading Cagers, and Prop Bets

NCAAF Week 5: Iowa vs Michigan Point Total Pick and Best Prime-Time Pac-12 Odds

September 29, 2022 By Kurt Boyer Leave a Comment

This handicapper has held for years that Friday Night Lights pigskin is becoming more and more like post-Y2K college football all the time. For … Finish Reading about NCAAF Week 5: Iowa vs Michigan Point Total Pick and Best Prime-Time Pac-12 Odds

USFL Week 5 Preview and Odds: Generals vs Breakers Moneyline Pick and Best Sunday Point Spread

May 11, 2022 By Kurt Boyer Leave a Comment

The USFL can count itself fortunate not to be folding midway through the season. That may sound like a cruel joke at the United States Football … Finish Reading about USFL Week 5 Preview and Odds: Generals vs Breakers Moneyline Pick and Best Sunday Point Spread

Hall Of Fame Game: Browns Flip the Jets, Win 21-16

August 3, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

The Hall of Fame Game between the New York Jets and the Cleveland Browns officially opened the NFL preseason. Cleveland was better, 21-16, in an … Finish Reading about Hall Of Fame Game: Browns Flip the Jets, Win 21-16

Chargers’ Herbert Becomes the Highest-Paid Player in NFL History

July 26, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

The Los Angeles Chargers and their quarterback, Justin Herbert, have agreed to a five-year extension worth $262.5 million. Meanwhile, the Dallas … Finish Reading about Chargers’ Herbert Becomes the Highest-Paid Player in NFL History

Bundesliga: Borussia Monchengladbach vs. Bayern Munich Preview, Odds, Prediction, Picks

August 30, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

Borussia Monchengladbach hosts Bayern Munich in Bundesliga round 3. The game is set for September 2, that is, Saturday at the Borussia Park. … Finish Reading about Bundesliga: Borussia Monchengladbach vs. Bayern Munich Preview, Odds, Prediction, Picks

Marketa Vondrousova Wins the Wimbledon, Defeats Ons Jabeur 6-4, 6-4

July 15, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

Marketa Vondrousova is the 2023 Wimbledon champion, as she defeated Ons Jabeur in the finals, 6-4, 6-4. This is the first Grand Slam title for … Finish Reading about Marketa Vondrousova Wins the Wimbledon, Defeats Ons Jabeur 6-4, 6-4

2023 Wimbledon: Carlos Alcaraz vs. Novak Djokovic Preview, Odds, Predictions

July 15, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

It's Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic in the 2023 Wimbledon finals. For many, the two present the top of the elite of today's tennis, and … Finish Reading about 2023 Wimbledon: Carlos Alcaraz vs. Novak Djokovic Preview, Odds, Predictions

Lamar Jackson Requests a Trade, Colts and Patriots Top Favorites for Landing the QB

March 28, 2023 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson requested a trade this Monday, announcing his decision to leave the franchise from Maryland. All this happened in the moments when Ravens' head coach John Harbaugh attended a meeting with the media. Jackson caused an earthquake in the NFL with his open letter, which he posted on his Twitter account. Lamar stated that he requested a … [Read more...] about Lamar Jackson Requests a Trade, Colts and Patriots Top Favorites for Landing the QB

3 Hot Trends Plus 1 Bonus Totals Bet in Loaded NFL Week 8 Slate

October 24, 2022 By Kreighton R Leave a Comment

Fade the Carolina Panthers in Week 8 because … teams who beat a divisional opponent as an underdog are terrible as divisional road dogs the following week. Carolina took it to Tampa in Week 7 - annihilating Tom Brady and the Bucs 21-3. This was the largest upset of 2022 as the Buccaneers entered the game 2-touchdown favorites. History says that focusing up and pounding … [Read more...] about 3 Hot Trends Plus 1 Bonus Totals Bet in Loaded NFL Week 8 Slate

Analytical Picks – Numbers to Consider for Week 4 NFL Betting

September 27, 2022 By Kreighton R Leave a Comment

Here's your weekly dose of numbers-based betting angles. This isn't a complete breakdown of the 16-game NFL slate nor is it an insightful look into the minds of the head coaches as they gameplan for their Week 4 matchups. My job is to alert bettors of the underlying trends lurking in the water. Betting the NFL is going to become increasingly complex each week. This … [Read more...] about Analytical Picks – Numbers to Consider for Week 4 NFL Betting

Top 5 Locked In – Niners, Eagles Control Destiny in Static Week 17 NFC Playoff Picture

January 1, 2022 By Kreighton R Leave a Comment

This is the NFC Playoff Picture. For the Week 17 AFC Playoff Picture, click here. Here’s a legitimate question: which conference is stronger this year in the NFL? Some years it is obvious, but it seems like a tossup in 2021. Both sides have legitimate arguments. The AFC is extremely bunched up and will come right down to the final game while the NFC is 75% decided … [Read more...] about Top 5 Locked In – Niners, Eagles Control Destiny in Static Week 17 NFC Playoff Picture

49ers Still on Inside With 5 Teams on Their Heels in Latest NFC Playoff Picture

December 24, 2021 By Kreighton R Leave a Comment

This is the Week 16 NFC Playoff Picture. For the AFC Playoff Picture, click here. The Green Bay Packers became the first team in football last week to clinch a postseason berth of any type, let alone a division win. After the Thursday night 49ers-Titans game, the Cowboys became the second team to clinch a berth as the 49ers loss ensured we will see America’s Team in … [Read more...] about 49ers Still on Inside With 5 Teams on Their Heels in Latest NFC Playoff Picture

New England Patriots Annihilate Atlanta Falcons, 25-0

November 19, 2021 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

The New England Patriots humiliated the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday Night Football, shutting down the hosts and taking back home a 25-0 win. In the replay of the Super Bowl LI, Bill Belichick was again on the winning side. This time, his Patriots dominated throughout the entire game, without any need to make big and memorable comebacks. Though, the final result will be … [Read more...] about New England Patriots Annihilate Atlanta Falcons, 25-0

NFL Week 9 by the Numbers

November 12, 2021 By Kreighton R Leave a Comment

Officially eclipsing the halfway point of the 2021 NFL season - Week 9 ended with a couple of terrific primetime games. Tennessee went on the road and defeated one of the strongest teams in the NFL without their beloved Derrick Henry. On Monday night, the Steelers won by the second-slimmest of margins - needing some help from the refs to avoid a home upset. via … [Read more...] about NFL Week 9 by the Numbers

Atlanta Falcons Rout Carolina Panthers, 25-17

October 30, 2020 By Nikola Velickovic Leave a Comment

Atlanta Falcons took down Carolina Panthers in Week 8 Thursday Night Football, 25-17. This is the second win for the new head coach Raheem Morris and an indication that the Falcons might rise after all the problems experienced during the early phase of this season. "I hope it's the start of something," Matt Ryan said. "I really feel like, although we're 2-6, I feel like … [Read more...] about Atlanta Falcons Rout Carolina Panthers, 25-17