The New York Rangers defeated the Washington Capitals 6-5 in overtime thanks to a game-winning goal by Mika Zibanejad, who scored five (5) total goals in the win at Madison Square Garden. Zibanejad became the first player to score five goals in a game since Patrick Laine tallied five goals […]
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UFC 248: Adesanya, Zhang Defend Titles Against Veteran Opponents in Las Vegas
The undefeated Israel Adesanya will defend his middleweight championship against one of the most dangerous opponents in the division when he takes on Yoel Romero at UFC 248 in Las Vegas this Saturday. Adesanya (18-0) is making his first defense of the unified UFC middleweight title, having won the belt […]
Chinese Super League Team Tianjin Tianhai Up for Sale, Free of Charge
Have you ever dreamed of owning a professional sports team? If so, you might want to look into Chinese Super League side Tianjin Tianhai, which is currently for sale at an asking price of nothing. Nada. Zero. Zip. Absolutely free. The top-tier Chinese soccer club is available free of charge […]
Gift Box Seeks To Unwrap Second Consecutive Santa Anita Handicap
The Santa Anita Handicap is a race that rewards the complete package in a horse, which is why it presents an opening for Gift Box to find the winner’s circle. After vanquishing McKinzie with one of the best stretch duels of any 2019 race in last year’s edition, Gift Box […]
NBA Most Improved Player (MIP) Favorites: Jayson Tatum, Bam Adebayo, Brandon Ingram
A handful of players are in consideration for the NBA’s Most Improved Player (MIP), including Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics), Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat), and Brandon Ingram (New Orleans Pelicans), who is the favorite at 3/2 odds. The MIP is one of the most distinguished honors in the NBA, and it […]
Freddie Couples Looking for Home Course Advantage at Hoag Classic
The PGA Champions Tour is in Southern California this week at the Hoag Classic at Newport Beach Country Club. The golf course is a classic layout and one of the shorter tracks that golfers face all year. The lack of length, however, shouldn’t be confused for being a pushover. A […]
Sole Volante, Chance It Renew Rivalry at Tampa Bay Derby
Up until last week, the Grade 2 Tampa Bay Derby looked to be the sole province of Sole Volante. The Sam F. Davis Stakes winner was more than a prohibitive favorite. He was the only horse anyone was talking about in the Kentucky Derby prep. That changed last week when […]
Bubble Watch: Rutgers 10th Team to March Madness from Big Ten?
The Big Ten could send 10 teams to the 2020 March Madness college basketball tournament, but Rutgers and Indiana are both fighting to avoid the dreaded bubble. The Scarlet Knights recently ended an untimely losing streak with an upset victory over #9 Maryland. Rutgers has a shot at their first […]
Big 12 Bubble Watch: Texas Edges Oklahoma on Buzzer Beater
Texas got hot at the right time. It looked like Shaka Smart and Texas would end up on the bad end of the March Madness bubble, but the Longhorns won five in a row, including consecutive wins over #20 West Virginia, #22 Texas Tech, and fellow Big-12 bubble team, Oklahoma. […]
Despite Trainer’s Caution, Ete Indien Joins Favorites on Kentucky Derby Futures Board
Ete Indien woke up in his Gulfstream Park barn Sunday morning as the new Kentucky Derby points leader. But his trainer isn’t sure he’ll even compete in this year’s Run for the Roses. Ete Indien captured 50 derby points on Saturday at the Fountain of Youth with an impressive 8½-length […]
Chance It Riding Wave of Momentum into Tampa Bay Chasing Derby Points
The chance for a better post draw brought Chance It to town for Saturday’s Tampa Bay Derby. And the chance of a lifetime brought trainer Saffie Joseph, Jr. to the cusp of qualifying for the Kentucky Derby — something he’s angled for since arriving in the US from Barbados in […]
XFL Week 5 Odds: Undefeated Roughnecks Two Touchdown Favorites Over Seattle Dragons
The Houston Roughnecks have established themselves as the team to beat in the early going of the XFL season, and the West Division leaders will be heavily favored in their Week 5 matchup. The Roughnecks come into the home game vs. the Seattle Dragons as a 12.5-point favorite according to […]
Mid-Major Bubble Watch: Wichita State Shockers (22-7)
The Wichita State Shockers (22-7) are one of the several bubble teams from the American Conference (AAC) that hope they secured enough big wins to impress the March Madness selection committee. The Houston Cougars (22-7) were a Top 25 team this season, yet Tulsa surprised everyone by competing with the […]
Red Sox Seek Third Opinion on Chris Sale’s Elbow Injury
The Red Sox are taking no chances with Chris Sale’s elbow, as team officials have now sought a third opinion on the pitcher’s health before they decide what to do with their ace this season. Sale suffered from elbow inflammation last season and didn’t appear in a game after an […]
One Bet, $100: Rory McIlroy is Ready to Win
Three times this year, Rory McIlroy has been the favorite going into a tournament, and come up short. It might make some skittish on betting on the world’s No. 1 ranked golfer. Not me, however. I have a feeling the Arnold Palmer Invitational is where the Irishman gets his first […]
Rory Mcllroy Looks to Go Low, Finish on Top at Arnold Palmer Invitational
Rory McIlroy has been the favorite at three events already this year, and is the top pick at this week’s Arnold Palmer Invitational. The world’s No. 1 golfer has yet to win this year, but he’s come close in every tournament he’s played. This could be the week the Irishman […]
Batting Champ Christian Yelich to Sign $215 Million Extension with Milwaukee Brewers
Christian Yelich, the National League’s top hitter over the past two seasons, signed a contract extension with the Milwaukee Brewers worth $215 million. The new deal will keep Yelich a member of the Brewers until at least 2028, or 2029 if both sides exercise a mutual option. Yelich won the […]
Toronto Raptors’ Nick Nurse Favorite to Win 2020 NBA Coach of the Year
Nick Nurse won the NBA championship in his rookie season as head coach of the Toronto Raptors, but he failed to secure the 2019 Coach of the Year award, which went to Mike Budenholzer of the Milwaukee Bucks. Kawhi Leonard got all the credit for the Raptors title run. Even […]
Bubble Watch: Another First Four Play-in Game for the USC Trojans?
After ending a three-game skid, USC (21-9) won four out of their last six games and find themselves on the March Madness Bubble. USC has one final game on their schedule when they host crosstown basketball rival UCLA on Saturday night. The loser of the UCLA/USC game will most likely […]
Pac-12 Bubble Watch: Stanford (20-9) Seeking Oregon Sweep
If Stanford (20-9) wins both of their remaining games, the Pac-12 bubble team should secure themselves an at-large bid to the 2020 March Madness college basketball tournament. Stanford seeks a season sweep with a visit to #13 Oregon in the season finale next Monday. Stanford faces Oregon State this weekend […]