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Harness Weekly Update: Six Double-Digit Wins Top Plays
The TwinSpires Harness Blog Weekly Update covers our results from the older pacing series at Yonkers, our selected features, and the horses-to-watch list (H2W) successes and failures.
Betting Info
The best horses to lose the Kentucky Derby
These five horses made their mark in racing history in spite of their shortcomings in the Kentucky Derby.
TwinSpires
2021 Kentucky Derby: Brisnet Speed Rating Report
The Kentucky Derby is the most analyzed race in North America, and Brisnet Speed ratings serve as a useful handicapping tool for the big event.
Racing
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays of the day for April 25
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Sunday, April 25 at Belmont Park and Santa Anita, along with thoughts on a pair of mandatory-payout carryovers at Hawthorne.
wagering
Hong Kong: Spot plays for Champions Day at Sha Tin
The 2020-21 racing season in Hong Kong reaches its second semiannual peak on Sunday, when Sha Tin Racecourse hosts a trio of Group 1 races comprising “Champions Day.”
wagering
How to bet the Santa Margarita Stakes
A compact field of five will head to post in Saturday’s $200,000 Santa Margarita S. (G2) at Santa Anita.
Racing
Best exotics to play in Tesio Stakes
The $125,000 Federico Tesio S. is the main attraction on a big Saturday of racing at Pimlico where a total of six black-type events will take place.
Racing
NFL mock draft: Ranking the top special teams players
We’re charging headlong towards the 2021 NFL Draft, which kicks off on Thursday. Let's profile five kickers and punters worth keeping an eye on.
NFL
Why didn't Man o' War run in the Kentucky Derby?
Considered by many to be the greatest thoroughbred racehorse of all-time, Man o’ War wasn't even entered in the 1920 Kentucky Derby, a head-scratching decision even now.
Racing
Churchill Downs: Vulnerable favorites and a viable single in Saturday's Pick 4 sequences
Get ready, Churchill Downs bettors! Saturday’s opening-night card offers a trio of Pick 4 wagers, and TwinSpires is celebrating with a $6,000 “Hit It and Split It” promotion.
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Keeler Johnson's picks and plays of the day for April 24
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Saturday, April 24 at Belmont Park, Churchill Downs, and Pimlico—coincidentally, the homes of the three Triple Crown races.
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West Ham vs. Chelsea betting odds, preview, and pick
Two London sides square off in a pivotal battle for Champions League position as West Ham host cross-town rivals Chelsea on Saturday.
Soccer
Pimlico: Handicapping the all-stakes Pick 5 for April 24
We're only a week out from the Kentucky Derby (G1), which means the Preakness (G1) is not far behind.
Racing
Meet the Kentucky Derby contenders of 2021
Discover each of the Kentucky Derby contenders with TwinSpires' official Meet the Kentucky Derby Contenders free download! This document will introduce you to each Kentucky Derby runner by exclusive family information and reveal true abilities to run the 1 1/4 miles distance at Churchill Downs in a style or effort that past horses have found success with.
Racing
Opening-night spot plays for April 24 at Churchill Downs
The spring meet at Churchill Downs begins Saturday evening with a 10-race program, highlighted by the $150,000 William Walker S. for three-year-olds at 5 1/2 furlongs on turf. First post is 6 p.m. ET
Racing
What's your Kentucky Derby style?
Before you tune in to the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 1, make sure you know what to wear with our Kentucky Derby style quiz!
Racing
Daily Underdog Picks: Red-hot Celtics will upset Nets
The Boston Celtics have won nine of their last 11 contests, and are 6-0 against the spread in their last six road games.
NBA
Churchill Downs: Tips and trends for betting the 2021 spring meet
One year after COVID-19 prompted the postponement of the 2020 Kentucky Derby (G1) by four months, a sense of normalcy has returned to Churchill Downs.
Racing
NASCAR GEICO 500 odds and value picks
After three straight races at short tracks, the NASCAR Cup Series heads to the biggest circuit on the schedule all season – Talladega Superspeedway – for Sunday’s GEICO 500.
NASCAR
TwinSpires Sportsbook saddles up for Colorado debut with $1,000 new player offer
TwinSpires is thrilled to launch its new sports betting app and desktop product in Colorado today.
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The best fourth round draft picks In NFL history
Although first round draft picks get all the headlines, players taken in the middle rounds can build terrific careers for themselves—even ones worthy of the Hall of Fame.
NFL
MLB picks: Angels vs. Astros, Phillies vs. Rockies
We scoured a jam-packed Friday night MLB slate and came up with our two best bets for the evening!
MLB
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for April 23
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Friday, April 23 at Belmont Park and Keeneland, including tickets for Keeneland’s mandatory-payout Super High Five carryover.
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Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: April 23, 2021
It's Friday and we're looking ahead to racing action from Golden Gate Fields, Belmont Park, and opening night at Churchill Downs. Ed, James, and Scott join Jason for the weekly Jury segment to talk Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby.
Racing
Steph Curry crashes NBA MVP race after record-setting month
Steph Curry has lit the league on fire over the last month, scoring seemingly at will and accomplishing shooting feats never before seen in the history of the league.
NBA
MLB Notebook: Ronald Acuna Jr. may not be human
Ronald Acuna Jr. has started the 2021 campaign on an absolute tear, and is currently hitting .419 with seven homers, 16 RBIs, and an .887 slugging percentage.
MLB
Van Lingle Mungo: Baseball star and racehorse
Like his human namesake, Van Lingle Mungo's racing career had a lot more "almost" than triumph. It was a tiny, perhaps even uncharacteristic moment of his racing career. But, a little bad behavior was a fitting callback.
Racing
Jimmy Garoppolo's record against every NFL team
As we look ahead to the latest chapter in his career, let's break down San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo's regular-season and postseason records against every NFL team.
NFL
Don't count on Toronto's Stanley Cup drought ending in 2021
Losers of five straight and with questions in goal, the Maple Leafs haven't looked like a championship contender these past few weeks.
NHL
Closing day spot plays for Keeneland
Friday marks the closing day of the always fantastic spring racing at Keeneland. A 10-race card is on the slate, topped by the $150,000 Bewitch S.
Racing
How to bet the 2021 William Walker Stakes
An overflow field 12 of is entered for the opening day feature at Churchill Downs, the $150,000 William Walker S.
Racing
The greatest Denver Broncos players of all time
A multitude of players contributed to the Denver Broncos’ run of success over the past four decades, but a select few have left an indelible mark that will forever be felt by the franchise.
NFL
The 5 best bets for UFC 261: Usman vs. Masvidal
UFC 261 is right around the corner, and we have five tantalizing picks to help build your bankroll.
MMA
Joseph Parker vs. Dereck Chisora betting odds, preview, and pick
Joseph Parker and Dereck Chisora are set to face off with heavyweight title implications on the line.
Boxing
Do you know your horse racing lingo?
Horse racing has some of the most colorful lingo of any sport, but how much of it do you really know?
Racing
Mistress of Egypt slot machine review, payouts, and bonus to play online
Travel back to Ancient Egypt with this slot machine game that's nearly as alluring as Cleopatra herself.
Casino News
The 5 greatest trainers that have never won the Kentucky Derby
A horseman’s greatness is often determined by their success in Triple Crown races, particularly the Kentucky Derby (G1). These five outstanding trainers are without a win in the "Run for the Roses."
Racing
MLB picks: Mariners vs. Red Sox, Mets vs. Cubs
There are eight baseball games for bettors to choose from this Thursday, but we’ve selected two to discuss that feature our best bets for the evening.
MLB
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for April 22
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares his picks and plays for Thursday, April 22 at Belmont Park, Lone Star Park, and Keeneland, including tickets for a $13,538 Super High Five carryover.
Racing
Ranking the greatest Colorado Rockies of all time
The Colorado Rockies may not have the rich history of the Boston Red Sox or the many World Series titles of the New York Yankees, but they have produced more than their fair share of world-class players and eye-popping highlights.
MLB
NBA Trends: The Knicks have been money against the spread
The New York Knicks have now covered the spread in 11 straight games and are 37-21-1 ATS on the season. Only the Memphis Grizzlies have a better ATS record this year.
NBA
NBA Notebook: Steph Curry has been historically good
Prior to Wednesday night, Steph Curry had recorded 11 straight 30-point games, and five 40-point games in the month of April alone.
NBA
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: April 22, 2021
It's Horseplayer Thursday and Jason opens the show discussing the Keeneland races from Wednesday and discussing some betting topics including Pick 5's and exactas.
Racing
Five unbreakable Kentucky Derby records
We examine five unbeatable Kentucky Derby records as the world gears up for "the most exciting two minutes in sports."
TwinSpires
Grand Circuit Betting Spring Arrives
The stakes are high as the Grand Circuit heats up with traditional events offering early season value.
Betting Info
Kentucky Derby Context: Essential Quality
Essential Quality will take some beating as the Kentucky Derby favorite. They gray colt exhibited his will to win in the final prep race, determinedly getting up by a neck in the Blue Grass S. (G2) to remain unbeaten.
Racing
Kentucky Derby Context: Highly Motivated
TwinSpires.com horse racing analyst James Scully attended his first Kentucky Derby in 1981. Along with a brief profile of this year’s contenders, he is providing some historical context.
Racing
Hoosier Park harness plays for April 21
Frank Cotolo offers deep handicapping for Hoosier Park to expose horses with better chances than their odds.
Betting Info
The ultimate Colorado Rockies quiz
Show off your knowledge of the Blake Street Bombers by taking our latest skill-testing quiz.
MLB
Who is the most intriguing Kentucky Derby longshot?
Get to know some of the most interesting dark-horse candidates for the greatest two minutes in sports.
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