Leicester City faces a critical opportunity to claw its way back into the Premier League title race as it hosts the league leader, Liverpool, in a Boxing Day clash. Liverpool leads Leicester by 10 points in the standings, with the Reds also having a game in hand over all of […]
NBA Christmas Day Odds: Five Games to Bridge the Gap Between Opening Presents and Silent Night
The NBA traditionally puts together a strong slate of games for Christmas Day, with top teams and bitter rivals being given the marquee holiday spots. This year is no exception, with five games designed to provide a basketball background while you enjoy (or just try to survive) a day with […]
Jake Paul Fighting AnEsonGib in Latest YouTuber Boxing Match
There’s no end in sight for YouTuber boxing matches, as Jake Paul is now set to take on AnEsonGib (Ali Eson Gib) in Miami on Jan. 30. Odds for the fight haven’t been widely released yet, but Sky Bet has AnEsonGib as a 4/6 favorite over Paul (5/4) in the […]
UFC Notebook: Korean Zombie Rises Again, Cejudo Giving Up Flyweight Belt
Chan Sung Jung – who has become famous in the UFC under his nickname “The Korean Zombie†– picked up a big win on Saturday, finishing Frankie Edgar in the first round of their UFC Fight Night bout in Busan, South Korea. Jung needed just three minutes, 18 seconds to […]
Hyun-Jin Ryu Heads to Toronto on Four-Year, $80M Contract with Blue Jays
Lefty pitcher Hyun-Jin Ryu is leaving one of the best teams in baseball to go play for one of last season’s worst clubs after agreeing to a four-year, $80 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. ESPN’s Jeff Passan first reported the deal late on Sunday night. Ryu Among NL’s […]
DraftKings Going Public in Three-Way Merger With SBTech, Diamond Eagle Acquisition
Sports betting and daily fantasy sports company DraftKings will likely go public sometime in the first half of 2020, thanks to a merger with gambling technology firm SBTech. The merger is being facilitated by Diamond Eagle Acquisition, with all three companies combining to form a new firm that will take […]
UFC Fight Night 165: Frankie Edgar Steps in to Battle Korean Zombie
“The Korean Zombie,†Chan Sung Jung, will look to claw his way further up the featherweight rankings as he takes on Frankie Edgar in the main event at UFC Fight Night 165 in South Korea on Saturday. Edgar (23-7-1) is a last-minute replacement for Brian Ortega, who partially tore his […]
Former Red Sox Manager Terry Francona Recovers Stolen World Series Rings
Terry Francona earned his two World Series rings by managing the Red Sox to titles in 2004 and 2007. Now, the current Cleveland Indians skipper has gotten those prizes back, a month after they were stolen from his home. According to a police report from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department […]
El Clasico: Barcelona Favored in Rescheduled Match vs. Real Madrid
Barcelona hosts Real Madrid on Wednesday in the first El Clasico of the La Liga season, a match that’s taking place two months after it was originally scheduled due to widespread protests in Catalonia. The hope is that football will take center stage when the two La Liga leaders hit […]
Tyson Fury Splits From Trainer Ben Davison Ahead of Wilder Rematch
Lineal heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has split with trainer Ben Davison just two months ahead of his heavily anticipated rematch with WBC heavyweight titleholder Deontay Wilder. Davison announced the split on social media Sunday, just hours before Fury revealed that he would be working with a new trainer going forward. […]
Europa League Draw: Leverkusen Takes on Porto, Man United Battles Club Brugge
The Europa League draw took place on Monday, as 32 teams from across Europe learned who they would be playing in the competition’s first knockout round. 24 of the remaining teams battled their way through the Europa League group stage, while eight fell down to the second-tier competition after finishing […]
Josh Gordon Suspended Indefinitely for Violating NFL Substance Abuse and PED Policies
The NFL has indefinitely suspended Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Josh Gordon for violations of the league’s substance abuse policies, including the use of performance-enhancing drugs. The suspension is the sixth for Gordon since 2013, and the fifth to involve substance abuse issues. Gordon Split Time with Pats, Seahawks in 2019 […]
UFC Notebook: Volkanovski Takes Featherweight Title, Usman vs. Masvidal?
Three titles were on the line at UFC 245 in Las Vegas on Saturday night, but only Alexander Volkanovski was able to wrest away control of a championship from the previous holder. Fighting at the T-Mobile Arena on the Strip, Volkanovski (21-1) took down featherweight champion Max Holloway (21-5), earning […]
Bad Beats for the Bookies: Last-Second Defensive TDs Let Eagles Cover, 49ers-Falcons Hit Over
Unlikely endings in two games on Sunday’s NFL slate led to bad beats for some bettors, though it was the bookmakers that took the majority of the losses from the last second turnarounds. First, the Philadelphia Eagles came from behind to not only beat the Washington Redskins, but to also […]
Champions League Draw Results: Liverpool, Man City Face Madrid Clubs in Round of 16
The Champions League draw took place on Monday, with both Liverpool and Manchester City being assigned tough Spanish opponents in the Round of 16. Liverpool will face off against Atletico Madrid in the first knockout round, while Man City will take on Real Madrid. Liverpool Returns to Site of Champions […]
World Super League Would Be Attractive to Bettors, Many in Soccer Remain Skeptical
Over the past week, the soccer world has been fiercely debating a proposal by Real Madrid president Florentino Perez to create a World Super League that would include the top clubs from the best domestic leagues in Europe. It’s a fascinating and outlandish proposition for clubs, fans, and the current order […]
NJ Sports Betting Handle Exceeds $500 Million for First Time in November
New Jersey’s sports betting handle continues to grow at a rapid pace, as bettors put down approximately $563 million in wagers during the month of November, according to numbers provided by the Department of Gaming Enforcement. The number is a new state record, breaking the previous mark of $487 million […]
Nurmagomedov vs. McGregor Rematch Could Happen in 2020
Conor McGregor hasn’t fought since losing to Khabib Nurmagomedov in October 2018, but a win against Donald Cerrone next month could set the Irishman up for a rematch for the lightweight championship. UFC president Dana White told ESPN that if McGregor and Nurmagomedov can each win their early 2020 bouts, […]
UFC 245 Odds: Usman vs. Covington Tops Loaded Card With Three Title Fights
Kamaru Usman will defend his welterweight championship against No. 2 contender, Colby Covington, in the main event of UFC 245 on Saturday in Las Vegas. That fight is one of three championship bouts that will take place at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday night, making this one of the deepest UFC […]
Anthony Rendon Signs With Angels for $245M, List of Impact Free Agents Shortens
Anthony Rendon has signed with the Los Angeles Angels for $245 million over seven years, according to reports by multiple media outlets, including ESPN.com and MLB.com. The third baseman is expected to be introduced by the Angels on Saturday after completing a physical on Friday, according to sources cited by […]