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3 reasons to be excited about the XFL
The XFL is set to make its return Saturday. We have all the games and futures available for you right here at BetAmerica.
XFL
A guide to moneyline betting for Oscars bettors
For those bettors who've never dipped their toes in the water of sports betting, here's a quick how-to guide so you can bet on the 92nd Academy Awards.
Betting Info
"And the Oscar goes to..."
Director Sam Mendes’ story of World War I heroism, 1917, is the popular pick with bettors to win Best Picture at Sunday night’s Academy Awards. 1917 is an odds-on favorite at BetAmerica, topping the betting at 2/5 in front of Parasite (3/1) and Once Upon A Time In Hollywood (7/1).
Press Release
Jackpot carryovers on the line at Aqueduct, Fair Grounds
Heading into another busy weekend of racing, there are several carryover pools on the horizon to entice optimistic bettors in search of a life-changing payoff.
Racing
Five Horseplayers to watch & improve your handicapping
A look at the entries in the National Horseplayers Championship shows handicapping and tournament play is a male-dominated pursuit, but plenty of women are excelling in these endeavors. These savvy female horseplayers are handicappers to watch and learn from.
Racing
Tipsheet: Sam F. Davis Stakes
The $250,000 Sam F. Davis (G3) will be run Saturday at Tampa Bay Downs. The 1 1/16-mile race is for 3-year-olds and is part of the 2020 Road to the Kentucky Derby series.
Racing
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A closer look at the Shantel Lanerie Memorial Stakes
Alms looms as a formidable favorite in the 1-mile Shantel Lanerie Memorial at Fair Grounds.
Racing
4 horses to consider in Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 2
These four talented sophomores are all 30-1 or higher in the second Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool.
Racing
NBA trade rumors: Wiggins on the block
Christmas came early for those eagerly awaiting the NBA Trade Deadline on Thursday. Could the Minnesota Timberwolves make another move before the deadline?
NBA
The worst trade deadline deals in NBA history
With the NBA trade deadline looming, some teams will try to make a last-ditch effort to salvage the season or free up cap space to rebuild. While some moves change the trajectory of a franchise forever, others end in disaster.
NBA
NCAAB: Colorado, Houston nearly fall from AP Top 25
Let’s break down the biggest risers and fallers in the latest AP Top 25 poll and examine their odds of winning the NCAA Tournament.
College Basketball
BetAmerica Launches Online Casino In Pennsylvania
The Churchill Downs-owned BetAmerica has officially launched Pennsylvania’s newest online casino today through its partnership with Erie’s Presque Isle Downs & Casino.
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Pebble Beach Pro-Am preview and pick
The PGA Tour's West Coast swing moves up to the Monterey Peninsula this weekend for the Pebble Beach Pro-Am, which concludes as usual at Pebble Beach Golf Links.
Golf
Bettors are jumping on the Cincinnati Reds' World Series odds
The Cincinnati Reds have yet to enter spring training but that hasn’t stopped bettors getting excited about the team’s chances of winning their first World Series since 1990.
MLB
NBA trade rumors: Is Clint Capela on the move?
You’ll have to excuse Clint Capela if he seems a little skittish these days. The Rockets center has had his name mentioned in dozens of potential trades over the past week as Houston GM Daryl Morey attempts to wheel and deal his way to an elusive NBA Championship. Let’s get to the bottom of why the Rockets want to get rid of Capela and examine where he may end up.
NBA
Chiefs RB Damien Williams deserved Super Bowl MVP
Andy Reid’s Kansas City Chiefs outmatched Kyle Shanahan and his San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LIV. Here are four main takeaways from the final game of the NFL’s 100th season.
NFL
Chiefs favored to win back-to-back NFL Championships
No sooner had the confetti settled at Hard Rock Stadium did attention turn towards which team will win the Super Bowl in Tampa in 2021. Immediately after the Chief’s 31-20 NFL Championship victory over the 49ers, BetAmerica installed the Patrick Mahomes-led Kansas City as a +700 favorite to win back-to-back championships. Those odds have since improved to +600.
NFL
NBA trade rumors: Lakers still listening to offers for Kyle Kuzma
The NBA Trade Deadline is right around the corner, and the rumor mill continues to churn out juicy tidbits and speculation, setting the stage for what could be another frenetic day of blockbuster moves.
NBA
NCAAB: LSU, Houston on the rise in latest AP Top 25
The bottom half of the AP Top 25 poll experienced a bit of a shakeup on Monday. Let’s take a look at the biggest risers and fallers of the week and check out their odds movement ahead of March Madness.
College Basketball
Djokovic one win away from record 8th Australian Open title
Novak Djokovic is headed to the men’s Australian Open final, where he’ll meet an unexpected opponent on Sunday morning.
Tennis
Win $1 Million with BetAmerica’s Big Game Challenge freeplay game!
It’s not every day you get a free shot at winning a million bucks, but that’s exactly what BetAmerica is offering new and existing players with its Big Game Challenge this Sunday!
NFL
Matt Kuchar poised to make some noise at Phoenix Open
The PGA Tour moves from San Diego to just outside of Phoenix this weekend for the Waste Management Phoenix Open, which is held at TPC Scottsdale. As is the norm in recent years, it is held on Super Bowl week, and every so many years, nearby Glendale has hosted the game soon after the tournament concludes. That won’t be the case again until 2023, but the excitement remains.
Golf
Coco catapults into Australian Open title contention
American teen tennis sensation Cori ‘Coco’ Gauff has suddenly shot into contention to claim her first Grand Slam tournament, after her shocking straight sets defeat of Naomi Osaka at the 2020 Australian Open.
Tennis
Hot & Cold Slots: Gonzo's Quest is heating up
Find out which BetAmerica Casino slots are hot, and which are not, in the latest installment of Hot & Cold Slots.
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Novak Djokovic's odds improve to win eighth Australian Open title
The Australian Open got underway in Melbourne this week, with the usual commanding performances from Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal.
Tennis
NBA trade rumors: Kyle Lowry could be on his way out of Toronto
We are inching closer and closer to the frenzy that has become the NBA trade deadline. Here is a fresh set of trade rumors to whet your appetite.
NBA
Tipsheet: Pegasus World Cup DIRT
The $3 million Pegasus World Cup (G1) will be run for the fourth time on Saturday at Gulfstream Park for 4-year-olds and upwards going 1 1/8 miles on the main track.
Racing
Tipsheet: Pegasus World Cup TURF
The $1 million Pegasus World Cup Turf (G1) will be run Saturday at Gulfstream Park for 4-year-olds and upward going a 1 3/16 miles on the turf. The start will be at the top of the stretch with a long run into the first turn and the rail is supposed to be set at 96 feet.
Racing
Woods looks to pass Snead with win at Farmers Insurance Open
The PGA Tour swings toward the San Diego area for the Farmers Insurance Open at scenic Torrey Pines and will mark the anticipated 2020 debut of Tiger Woods. He just turned 44 on Dec. 30 and will seek to surpass Sam Snead in career PGA Tour wins.
Golf
The Smarty Jones Stakes Tipsheet
The $150,000 Smarty Jones Stakes (G3) will be run Friday at Oaklawn Park for 3-year-olds going a two-turn mile on the main track. Hall of Fame trainer Steve Asmussen has four of the nine entries.
Racing
Early money for Chiefs to defeat 49ers in Super Bowl LIV
Immediately after the San Francisco 49ers stamped their ticket to take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIV, BetAmerica opened betting on the championship game with a “pick ‘em” line. It didn’t take long for that line to move in the Chiefs direction though and the Patrick Mahomes-led team is now a 1 point and -125 moneyline favorite.
NFL
The Lecomte Stakes Tipsheet
Expert picks for betting the Lecomte Stakes at Fair Grounds, a Road to the Kentucky Derby prep race!
Racing
NBA trade rumors: 5 players who could be dealt at the deadline
Is there any better day during the NBA regular season than the trade deadline? The league's annual day of chaos and “Woj Bombs” is fast approaching on Feb. 6. To get in the spirit, we've compiled a list of five players whose names are currently circulating in trade speculation.
NBA
PGA: Scheffler worth a wager at watered-down American Express
The PGA Tour returns to the U.S. mainland this weekend for the American Express in La Quinta, California. For the first time, Phil Mickelson, a two-time winner of this event, will act as host. The tournament is played in a pro-am format and, and in 2012 became a normal, 72-hole tournament, rather than a 90-hole marathon.
Golf
Hot & Cold Slots: Triple Red Hot 777 is living up to its name
Find out which BetAmerica Casino slots are hot, and which are not, in the first installment of Hot & Cold Slots.
Press Release
Australian Pick of the Week January 15
Race 7 at Ararat (Australia A) on Wednesday night is a handicap for Benchmark 58-rated horses going 5 1/2 furlongs around one left-hand turn. The track designation is "Soft 5," so it should favor horses with experience with some give in the ground ...
Racing
Saudi Cup: Gift Box could surprise more heralded rivals
Maximum Security, McKinzie, or Midnight Bisou? The three “Ms” are dominating early discussions of the inaugural $20 million Saudi Cup at King Abdulaziz Racetrack in Saudi Arabia, scheduled to take place Feb. 29.
Racing
Post Time w/ Mike and Mike Harness Show 1/9/20
Mike and Mike talk harness racing every Thursday in the BetAmerica Radio Network. This week featured Heather Wilder, Brady Galliers, Trevor Williams, Matt Zucarello, and Charlie Longo ...
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Justin Thomas heavily favored at Sony Open in Hawaii
The PGA Tour switches from Maui to Oahu for this week’s Sony Open in Hawaii, which is held at Waialae Country Club in Honolulu. Unlike last week’s Sentry Tournament of Champions, this is a full-field event and is played over much flatter terrain. It isn’t the best field we will see, but it will provide a two-year exemption to the winner, provided he isn’t already fully exempt.
Golf
Djokovic favored to win second straight Australian Open
Novak Djokovic will contend for his second straight Australian Open title when he takes the hard court in Melbourne in late January.
Tennis
Australian Pick of the Week January 8
Race 6 at Stony Creek (Australia A) on Wednesday night is a handicap for
Benchmark 58-rated horses going 5 furlongs around one left-hand turn. The track
designation is "Soft 5" so it should favor horses with experience with give in
the ground.
...
Racing
Post Time w/ Mike and Mike Harness Show 1/2/20
Mike and Mike talk harness racing every Thursday in the BetAmerica Radio Network. This week featured their 2019 Year in Review show. ...
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PGA Tour: Fowler should flourish at Tournament of Champions
The PGA Tour wastes no time getting off to a rousing start in 2020 with the first tournament of the decade – the Sentry Tournament of Champions at Kapalua Resort on Maui. It’s restricted to players who have won on the PGA Tour from last year’s edition to the RSM Classic in November. There is no cut and, assuming the player isn’t disqualified, the tournament provides guaranteed money.
Golf
Australian Pick of the Week for January 1
Race 4 at Geelong (Australia A) on Wednesday night is a maiden at special weights for 3-year-olds going 6 1/2 furlongs around one left-hand turn with a short run down the backstretch and a long run turning for home. The track designation is Good-4 ...
Racing
Post Time w/ Mike and Mike Harness Show 12/26/19
Mike and Mike talk harness racing every Thursday in the BetAmerica Radio Network. This week featured the 2019 Post Time with Mike and Mike Award Nominations show. ...
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Post Time w/ Mike and Mike Harness Show 12/19/19
Mike and Mike talk harness racing every Thursday in the BetAmerica Radio Network. This week featured Adriano Sorella, Ashley Tetrick, and Ryan Clements. ...
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BetAmerica Horse Racing undergoes online upgrade!
BetAmerica Horse Racing players can now enjoy an improved online and mobile wagering experience following an extensive upgrade to the BetAmerica Horse Racing website and app.
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BetAmerica Sportsbook makes online debut in Pennsylvania
BetAmerica, a sports wagering company owned by Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN), announced today the soft launch of its online sportsbook in Pennsylvania. The online debut builds upon the brand’s retail presence in Pennsylvania following the opening of the BetAmerica sportsbook at Presque Isle Downs & Casino in Erie this August.
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Australian Pick of the Week for December 18
Race 3 at Warrnambool (Australia A) on Wednesday night is a
maiden at special weights for 3-year-olds going seven furlongs around one
left-hand turn with a long run down the backstretch. The track designation is
Good-4 so it should be favorable to al ...
Racing
Lakers leapfrog Clippers in NBA Championship betting
For the first time this season, the Los Angeles Lakers have replaced the Los Angeles Clippers as favorite in BetAmerica’s NBA Championship market. BetAmerica players have responded to the Lakers’ sensational 24-3 start to the season, moving their odds from +400 in October to their current quote of +300. The Clippers have eased from +300 to +325 during the same period.
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