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2021 Barracuda Championship betting odds, preview, and course notes
The PGA Tour’s quirky Modified Stableford format is back this weekend, for one time only, at the 2021 Barracuda Championship in Truckee, California.
Golf
Treasures of Troy slot machine review, strategy, and bonus to play online
IGT has done a superb job of capturing the spirit of Ancient Greece with the Treasures of Troy slot at TwinSpires Casino.
Casino News
What is your favorite racetrack tradition?
Every track has traditions that makes it feel different from any other. Which one is your favorite?
Racing
First-crop sires: Wit continues to impress for Practical Joke
Wit looks like a star-in-the-making for freshman sire Practical Joke
Racing
NBA Free Agency: The Lakers Reunion Tour has begun
The Lakers turned back the clock on the first day of free agency by inking four of their former players.
NBA
Saratoga & Del Mar Scouting Report: Kentucky Horses for August 4
It’s a light day for the Kentucky invaders at Saratoga, but there a few who are worth a second look. I keep detailed track bias, pace and trip notes for every race, every day, and that information can prove to be quite valuable, particularly when horses travel from one circuit to another.
Racing
Scott Shapiro's WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational preview
Analyst Scott Shapiro previews this week's World Golf Championship event from TPC Southwind in Memphis, Tennessee.
Golf
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for Aug. 3
J. Keeler Johnson shares picks and plays for Tuesday, Aug. 3 at Colonial Downs, Thistledown, and Presque Isle Downs, along with suggested singles for carryovers at Belterra Park and Canterbury Park.
Racing
Cowboys vs. Steelers: Hall of Fame Game odds, preview, and pick
The Dallas Cowboys and the Pittsburgh Steelers will play in the first NFL preseason game since 2019 when they meet in Canton, OH for the annual Hall of Fame Game this Thursday night.
NFL
Saratoga Derby international scouting report: Plenty of depth beyond Bolshoi Ballet
The second leg of the lucrative New York Turf Triple, Saturday’s $1 million Saratoga Derby, has lured more internationals than the July 10 Belmont Derby (G1). Aidan O’Brien’s Bolshoi Ballet is back in search of a double, but a deeper field will confront him at the Spa.
Racing
Top 10 fastest NFL players of all time
Between combine results and in-game performances, these 10 players showed the most dangerous speed in the NFL over the course of their careers.
NFL
MLB picks: Cubs vs. Rockies, Astros vs. Dodgers
There’s a full MLB slate awaiting fans and bettors this Tuesday night. We’ve scoured the statistics to come up with our two best bets!
MLB
Everything you need to know about MLB's Field of Dreams game
The Field of Dreams game is scheduled to return after a COVID-induced hiatus on Thursday, Aug. 12. Here’s everything you need to know about the contest!
MLB
Everything you need to know about the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game
The Pro Football Hall of Fame Game returns this Thursday after a year’s absence due to COVID-19. Let’s break down everything you need to know both past and present.
NFL
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Aug. 3, 2021
Jason catches up on some of the racing from late Sunday including Jackie's Warrior dominating at Saratoga and Shedaresthedevil winning at Del Mar.
Racing
Mountaineer track update: Aug. 2
Just in time for the West Virginia Derby, let's check on the trends so far this meet at Mountaineer!
Racing
Breeders' Cup roundup: Aug. 2, 2021
It’s August, and the summer race meets at Del Mar and Saratoga are in full swing. Key contenders for the Nov. 5-6 Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar are taking center stage every weekend.
Racing
Everything you need to know about NBA free agency in 2021
To get you prepped for the offseason frenzy, here's everything you need to know about 2021 NBA free agency.
NBA
Slot of the Week: Wild Water
If you’re looking for some good vibrations, then here’s some groovy news: the classic surfing slot, Wild Water, is our Slot of the Week.
Casino News
Kawhi Leonard tops list of best NBA free agents available
As we begin the NBA free agency period today, let's take a look at the top 5 players available this offseason.
NBA
Team USA vs. Spain: Men's Olympic basketball quarterfinal preview and pick
The top two teams in the FIBA world rankings face off on Tuesday when Team USA and Spain clash in Olympic men's basketball quarterfinal action.
NBA
Galahad vs. Dickens II betting odds, preview, and pick
Old rivals face off with the title on the line as Kid Galahad and Jazza Dickens clash on Saturday, Aug. 7 at at Matchroom Fight Camp in Essex.
Boxing
Keeler Johnson's picks and plays for Aug. 2
J. Keeler Johnson shares $75 worth of picks and plays for Monday, Aug. 2 at Colonial Downs and Assiniboia Downs, along with a $20 ticket for Assiniboia’s $327,526 mandatory-payout Pick 5 carryover.
Racing
MLB picks: Orioles vs. Yankees, Giants vs. Diamondbacks
Let's take a look at the two best bets in baseball this Monday evening.
MLB
UFC 265: Jose Aldo vs. Pedro Munhoz betting odds, preview, and pick
The crossroads clash between Jose Aldo and Pedro Munhoz has been elevated to the co-main spot of UFC 265 following Amanda Nunes' unexpected withdrawal.
MMA
Heat Check: Miami has sights set on Kyle Lowry
The Miami Heat are reportedly preparing a package of Goran Dragic and Precious Achiuwa to nab Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry.
NBA
UFC 265: Lewis vs. Gane betting odds, preview, and pick
Ciryl Gane and Derrick Lewis are set to clash for the interim heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 265 on Saturday, Aug. 7.
MMA
Jason Beem Horse Racing Podcast: Aug. 2, 2021
We look back at the weekend of racing including Essential Quality's win in the Jim Dandy, Cross Border's continued Saratoga success, the Bing Crosby at Del Mar, and much more!
Racing
TwinSpires Casino player wins $71,000 on $2 bet on Divine Fortune
The big wins keep on coming at TwinSpires Casino! A lucky player from Pennsylvania bet just $2 and scooped a $71,918.69 fortune playing the red-hot Divine Fortune slot machine.
Casino News
Harness Weekly Update: Hambo Elim Strike At $14 Featured
Catching Hambletonian-elim upset highlights prelude to huge Aug. 6 program.
Racing
The best straight and exotic wagers for the Manitoba Derby
Assiniboia Downs has a special Monday treat in store for horseplayers. The week kicks off with an eight-race card highlighted by the Manitoba Derby and a $327,526 mandatory-payout Pick 5 carryover.
Racing
First-crop Sires: Arrogate will shine bright given time
Arrogate didn’t shine for long as a racehorse, but few shone as brightly as he did, with four amazing performances from July 2016 to March 2017.
Racing
MLB odds update: White Sox drop two points after active trade deadline
Bettors knocked the White Sox down from +750 to +550 to win their first World Series since 2005 following a busy trade deadline. Are the South Siders worth a wager now?
MLB
How to bet Monmouth Park's $44,480 Pick 5 carryover
Handicapper J. Keeler Johnson shares an $18 ticket for Sunday’s $44,480 Pick 5 carryover at Monmouth Park.
Racing
Saratoga & Del Mar Scouting Report: Kentucky Horses for August 1
Churchill invaders Aloha West and Night Time both appear to be major players in Sunday’s seventh race at Saratoga.
Racing
Who Is the Best Clement L. Hirsch Winner?
Some all-time great mares have won the Clement L. Hirsch at Del Mar. Who is the best of the best?
TwinSpires
MLB trade deadline winners and losers
The MLB trade deadline featured a flurry of action on Friday afternoon. When the dust settled, some clear winners and losers emerged. Let’s highlight two teams from each side now.
MLB
The Fastest Man in the World, and the Fastest Horse in the West
If you're going to name a horse after the fastest man in the world, you're giving a horse a lot to live up to.
Racing
Jared Butler is the steal of the 2021 NBA Draft
Jared Butler fell to 40th after some late lottery projection. Why did he fall, and could he be the steal of the draft?
NBA
In the money vs. on the board: defining the terms
Two of the most common pieces of horse racing betting jargon are also two of the most commonly misunderstood.
Racing
Kentucky Derby alumni take center stage at Saratoga
On Friday afternoon, Kentucky Derby alumnus Dynamic One rallied explosively to win Saratoga’s Curlin S., and he’s unlikely to be the only Derby veteran seen in the Saratoga winner’s circle this week.
Racing
Gulfstream Park: Longshots to play in the mandatory-payout $500,635 Rainbow Pick 6 carryover
Looking for a handicapping challenge with the potential to yield huge payoffs? Look no further than Saturday’s Rainbow Pick 6 at Gulfstream Park, which features a $500,635 mandatory-payout carryover.
Racing
Top 10 tight ends of all time
Tight ends don’t get much glory, but the position may be most responsible for the way football has changed in the last decade. Let’s look back on history and name the top 10 tight ends of all time.
NFL
Suni Lee is the face of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics
What has been the most notable accomplishment at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics? Who is the face of these Games? American gymnast Suni Lee is well deserving.
TwinSpires
Del Mar Week 2 Highlights
Del Mar witnessed upsets last week, and this weekend the Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” Championship series runs through the seaside track.
Racing
Selections for Royal North and Vigil at Woodbine
A quartet of excellent black-type events will highlight a superb day of racing at Woodbine on Sunday.
Racing
How to bet with, and against, As Time Goes By in Clement L. Hirsch Stakes
An excellent group of seven fillies and mares will travel 1 1/16 miles on the Del Mar main oval in Sunday’s $300,000 Clement L. Hirsch S.
Racing
The most important moments in Olympic boxing history
Boxing at the Olympics has had its share of historical moments, controversies, and shocking events. Just like the professional ranks, however, boxing’s biggest moments in the Olympics are a mix of glory and catastrophe.
Boxing
Five MMA rematches that happened too late
Let's look at five MMA rematches that happened too late.
MMA
The 5 lowest moments in Olympic history
The Olympics haven’t been without low points. Like every other sporting institution, there are moments we wish never happened.
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