John Reger

John Reger

Sports Betting  |  LAS VEGAS

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Journeyman journalist John Reger is in the Vegas sportsbooks chasing down the latest shift in the world of sports betting and all things odds-related. He previously worked as a sports writer for the Orange County Register in California and is the author of Wit and Wisdom of Golf (2001) and Quotable Wooden (2012), among other books.

Mike Tyson was reportedly offered a $20 million contract to participate in an exhibition fight with an unnamed opponent. (Image: Getty)

Mike Tyson Offered $20 Million Payday for Bare-Knuckle Fight

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The line of former fighters willing to get into the ring with Mike Tyson is increasing, as is the money. Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship reportedly offered the 53-year-old a $20 million contract for an exhibition bout. Tyson rejected a similar contract from the promotor, but the new one apparently offers […]

Tyler Reddick had an eighth-place finish at Sunday’s Coca-Cola 600, and is ready for the Alsco Uniforms 500 despite only three days rest. (Image: Nigel Kinrade / NKP / LAT Images)

Brief Respite for NASCAR Drivers Before Alsco Uniforms 500

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It’s another short week for NASCAR as Cup Series drivers ready for the Alsco Uniforms 500 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Wednesday. This after Sunday’s Coca-Cola 600 that checked in at 4 hours and 29 minutes, making it the longest race in NASCAR history. Fortunately, they’re racing at the same […]

Jimmie Johnson was disqualified on Sunday at the Coca-Cola 600 after his No. 48 car failed a post-race inspection. (Image: AP)

Jimmie Johnson Disqualified from Coca-Cola 600

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It was a rough weekend for Jimmie Johnson, as he was disqualified Sunday from the Coca-Cola 600. The 44-year-old originally finished second to winner Brad Keselowski, but failed a post-race inspection and was placed last. The reason for Johnson’s disqualification was because his Chevrolet Camaro’s rear alignment was found to […]

The Medalist Golf Club in Hobe Sound, Florida is the home course of Tiger Woods, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some The Match II prop bets gamblers should look at. (Image: Medalist Golf Club)

Bank on Mickelson for Prop Bet Value at The Match II

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While the team of Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning are big favorites to defeat Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady, there are some enticing prop bets for The Match II. Oddsmakers have posted several propositions for the exhibition contest, which will take place on Sunday at Medalist Golf Club in Hobe […]

Toyota drivers Kyle Busch, Erik Jones, Denny Hamlin, and Martin Truex Jr. all have a strong chance to win at the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Sunday. (Image: Getty)

One Bet, $100: Toyota Should Carry the Day at Coca-Cola 600

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Joe Gibbs Racing and Toyota have been dominant recently, and I’m hoping that streak continues Sunday at the Coca-Cola 600. That’s why with this week’s One Bet, $100, I took Toyota at 2/1 to be the manufacturer to win 2020 Coca-Cola 600. Last Sunday, I picked Kurt Busch to finish […]

Chase Elliott is one of four favorites to win the Coca-Cola 600 Sunday at Charlotte Motor Speedway. (Image: Alan Marler, HHP for Chevrolet Racing)

Four Favorites Create Traffic Jam on Betting Board for Coca-Cola 600

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The Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway runs on Sunday, and for those betting on the race, there are some trends to consider before making a wager. There are two factors that should be in a driver’s favor if they are going to have success at this race. The first […]

Martin Truex Jr. is the defending champion of the Coca-Cola 600. (Image: Getty)

NASCAR Drivers Move to Charlotte for Coca-Cola 600

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After a rain-shortened Toyota 500 on Wednesday, NASCAR drivers are readying themselves for the Coca-Cola 600, the longest race of the year. The 600-mile endurance test is run at the 1.5-mile Charlotte Motor Speedway. Martin Truex Jr., who is at 6/1 for Sunday’s race, is the defending champion. He told […]

Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson have ramped up the trash talking before Sunday’s The Match: Champions for Charity. (Image: AP)

Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson Ramp Up Trash Talking Before Charity Match

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Four days remain until Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning face off against Phil Mickelson and Tom Brady in Sunday’s The Match: Champions for Charity event, but the trash talking is already in full swing. All four athletes are having fun trying to top each other when it comes to digs […]

The US Open qualifiers have been canceled, and Phil Mickelson is currently not exempt for the major championship. (Image: Getty)

US Open Cancels Qualifiers, Only 50 Exempt for Major Championship

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The US Open is closed this year, at least to qualifiers. The United States Golf Association, which puts on the nation’s championship, announced on Monday that it is canceling local and sectional qualifiers because of the COVID-19 global pandemic. The USGA was set to hold 108 local qualifiers in 45 […]

Alex Bowman finished second in Sunday’s The Real Heroes 400, and might be a solid driver to back at Wednesday’s Toyota 500 at Darlington Raceway. (Image: Getty)

Bowman, Hamlin Among Favorites at Toyota 500 at Darlington Raceway

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Two days of rest is all the NASCAR drivers are getting before they jump back in their cars and compete in the Toyota 500 at Darlington Raceway on Wednesday. This race is 100 miles longer than Sunday’s The Real Heroes 400 at the same track. Harvick won Sunday’s race, for […]

Washington Redskins wide receiver Cody Latimer was one of four NFL players arrested on Saturday for different incidents. (Image: Douglas County)

Four NFL Players Arrested Saturday, Face Suspension, Salary Loss

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Four NFL players were arrested on Saturday, and are facing misdemeanor or felony charges ranging from armed robbery, assault, and unlawful possession of a firearm. Washington Redskins wide receiver Cody Latimer, Seattle Seahawk cornerback Quinton Dunbar, New York Giants cornerback Deandre Baker, and Buffalo Bills defensive lineman Ed Oliver were […]

Ryan Newman, left, and Matt Kenseth both returned to racing after lengthy layoffs, and finished in the top 15 at Darlington Raceway. (Image: Getty)

Ryan Newman, Matt Kenseth Make Strong Returns at Darlington

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While all of the NASCAR drivers had more than two months off before Sunday’s race at Darlington, Ryan Newman and Matt Kenseth were off the track even longer. Both managed respectable finishes at The Real Heroes 400 despite the long layoffs. Newman was making his return after a horrifying crash […]

Kurt Busch had a solid record early in the NASCAR season, and could finish in the top 3 at The Real Heroes 400 on Sunday at Darlington Raceway. (Image: USA Today Sports)

One Bet, $100: Look for High Finish for Kurt Busch at Real Heroes 400

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The Real Heroes 400 could be the hardest NASCAR race I will ever handicap. The drivers haven’t been on the track since March 8, and I haven’t made a bet on the sport since Feb. 22. So, in shaking off the rust, I’ve decided I’m going to pick Kurt Busch […]

Matthew Wolff might be the key to taking advantage of a couple of TaylorMade Driving Relief skins game prop bets on Sunday. (Image: Golf Digest)

Prop Bets to Consider at the TaylorMade Driving Relief Skins Game

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While there might not be much value in backing the favorites at Sunday’s TaylorMade Driving Relief Skins Game, there are several attractive prop bets to be made. The team of Rory McIlroy and Dustin Johnson are big favorites over Rickie Fowler and Matthew Wolff to win the most money at […]

Joey Logano, left, is a good choice for Sunday’s The Real Heroes 400 at Darlington Raceway, while Brad Keselowski might be a good driver to avoid. (Image: Getty)

Logano Going All Out at The Real Heroes 400

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Live racing returns on Sunday at The Real Heroes 400 at Darlington Raceway, and both drivers and gamblers, are going to have to shake off the rust. Two months and 10 days after the last NASCAR Cup Series race was held, the sport has implemented new rules that will affect […]

Rickie Fowler, left, along with partner Matthew Wolff, will try and upset the team of Dustin Johnson, center, and Rory McIlroy, right, in Sunday’s TaylorMade Driving Relief skins game. (Image: NBC Sports)

TaylorMade Driving Relief Skins Game Details Announced

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The details of the TaylorMade Driving Relief skins game were announced on Wednesday and should give golf-starved fans some interesting television viewing on Sunday. The match pits wold No. 1 Rory McIlroy and No. 5 Dustin Johnson against No. 27 Rickie Fowler and Matthew Wolff, who is ranked No. 110. […]

Kansas Speedway had its May 31 NASCAR race suspended, but officials hope that it will be rescheduled later in the year. (Image: AP)

NASCAR’s Race at Kansas Speedway Postponed, Other Tracks Affected

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NASCAR and Kansas Speedway officials announced Thursday that the race scheduled for May 31 will not run as planned. No specific reason was given for the postponement, but it is believed to be because of the COVID-19 global pandemic. NASCAR is set to return to the track this Sunday following […]

Veteran golfer Pat Perez is not crazy about the PGA Tour COVID-19 procedures for upcoming golf tournaments. (Image: Getty)

PGA Tour Announces COVID-19 Procedures to Mixed Player Reactions

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The PGA Tour on Wednesday outlined its COVID-19 procedures for conducting tournaments, and they were met with both enthusiasm and trepidation from professionals. Speaking on a conference call, senior PGA officials outlined how the tour will operate when it returns. The first tournament back will be the Charles Schwab Challenge […]

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