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.

Houston Coach Bill O’Brien had a disappointing year last season, and will have to improve or may lose his job. (Image: USA Today Sports)

AFC South Coaches Finding Jobs Might Depend on Success of Season

The AFC South could see half of the division’s coaches fired by the end of the season if their teams don’t improve. Houston Bill O’Brien, and Jacksonville’s Doug Marrone are both on the hot seat. O’Brien is at 12/1 to be canned, with Washington’s Jay Gruden (3/1), New York Giants’ […]

Kyle Larson crashed his car in a practice session at the Gander RV 400 at Pocono on Saturday, but it wasn’t as scary as this incident at Talladega. (Image: NBC Sports)

Kyle Larson Runs into Wall Trying to Figure Out Crash at Gander RV 400

Not even traction compound could keep Kyle Larson from hitting the wall in Saturday’s practice for the Gander RV 400. The 26-year-old will be using a back up car for the second consecutive week. Larson crashed in a practice at New Hampshire last Saturday. He also had two crashes in […]

Blake Snell won the Cy Young award last season, but suffered an elbow injury, and Tampa Bay put him on the disabled list. (Image: CBS Sports.com)

Blake Snell Injury Puts Tampa Bay Playoff Hopes in Doubt

Blake Snell, 2018 American League Cy Young winner, was put on the disabled list on Thursday. He was diagnosed with loose bodies from his left elbow and is undergoing surgery on Monday. The Tampa Bay lefty is expected to be out of the rotation until the first week of September […]

Lamar Jackson took over for longtime starter Joe Flacco last season, and now has been handed the Baltimore offense for 2019. (Image: USA Today Sports)

Pittsburgh Looking for Return To Playoffs, Winning AFC North

The AFC North had a lot of turmoil last season. The Pittsburgh Steelers were knee-deep in off the field drama. Baltimore coach John Harbaugh found himself having to settle a quarterback controversy midway through the season. Cleveland fired its coach, and then saw him move over to rival Cincinnati. This […]

The Kansas City Chiefs are co-favorites to win the Super Bowl in 2020, and the overwhelming pick to win the AFC West. (Image: David Eulitt)

Kansas City, Los Angeles Chargers Expected To Battle for AFC West

The AFC West has two solid teams, and two reclamation projects. While Kansas City and Los Angeles Chargers expect to once again challenge for the division, Denver and Oakland should be fighting each other to stay out of the cellar. Kansas City upgraded their defense, a glaring deficiency in 2018. […]

Pit crews have a new interpretation of the uncontrolled tire policy that changes how NASCAR will issue a penalty. (Image: USA Today Sports)

NASCAR Trying to Get Control of Uncontrolled Tire Policy

After hearing complaints from drivers, NASCAR decided to modify its uncontrolled tire policy. The old rule penalized drivers if a tire was an arm’s length away from a member of the pit row crew. Now tires will be deemed uncontrolled if they present a safety issue, or interfere with another […]

Gregg Popovich is coaching Team USA in the World Cup, but is finding that star players are skipping the event. (Image: Getty)

Not Many Stars Playing for Team USA Basketball at World Cup

At this point it would be easier to say who wants to play for Team USA Basketball than who doesn’t. On Wednesday, Cleveland Cavalier’s forward Kevin Love became the ninth player to announce he won’t be playing for the United States at this summer’s World Cup in China. Love told […]

Quarterback Daniel Jones agreed to a contract with the New York Giants, but will start the season behind starter Eli Manning. (Image: USA Today Sports)

Quarterback Daniel Jones Signs Contract with Giants, Still not Starting

The New York Giants signed first-round pick quarterback Daniel Jones on Monday, agreeing to a four-year deal worth $25.6 million. The former Duke signal caller was the sixth pick in April’s NFL Draft. Jones will report to mini camp with the other rookies for two days of practice before full […]

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy are joining Jason Day and Hideki Maysuyama for a Skins Game in Japan in October. (Image: USA Today Sports)

Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy Headlining October Skins Game in Japan

Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Jason Day, and Hideki Maysuyama are expected to take part in a Skins Game in Japan on Oct. 21, according to multiple reports on Monday. The two are reportedly going to play at the Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club. Woods is already committed to play in […]

Tommy Fleetwood finished second at the Open Championship, but could be a could golfer to back next year. (Image: AP)

Open Championship Longshot Favorite Bet, Except for Tiger, Phil

Another Open Championship longshot held the Claret Jug on Sunday, and Shane Lowry’s victory was part of a trend. Non-favorites tend to do well at this event. It is something bettors should consider when making their selections for next year’s tournament. The major will be at Royal St. George’s next […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have the best record in baseball, and are the favorites to win the World Series. (Image: Getty)

Dodgers Get 10th Series Sweep, Cement Status as World Series Favorite

With the team’s 9-0 pounding of the Miami Marlins on Sunday, the Los Angeles Dodgers completed their 10th season series sweep. That mark is the best in the majors. The Dodgers dominated the Marlins, outscoring them 21-7, and allowing just one earned run in the three games. Of the 10 […]

Shane Lowry celebrates winning the Open Championship with his caddy on Sunday at Royal Portrush. (Image: AP)

Shane Lowry Bettor Collects Nearly $16,000 on $150 Wager

One Shane Lowry bettor was cheering hard for Shane Lowry to win the Open Championship. When the Irishman did, he was paid off handsomely. The ticket was bought on July 17th on Lowry to win at 105/1 at the newly opened Circa Sportsbook at the Golden Gate Casino in downtown […]

Area 51 has been the subject of much discussion claiming aliens are kept at the Air Force base, and an internet event plans to storm the military installation on September 20. (Image: Getty)

Storm Area 51 Prop Bets No Hoax for Alien Gamblers

What began as a joke on Facebook has turned into a global phenomenon, and the “Storm Area 51, They Can’t Stop All of Us” event has grown daily. The Facebook page that was created by a gamer, a meme generator, and an event planner, was posted on June 27. As […]

Ron Francis was named the general manager of the new Seattle NHL team on Thursday, and said he is looking for success soon after the team begins play in 2021. (Image: Getty)

Ron Francis Named General Manager of New Seattle NHL Team

Officials of the newest NHL franchise hired Ron Francis as their general manager, but said there is no hurry to name the Seattle team, or hire a head coach. The team, which was approved by NHL owners in December, will not begin play until the 2021-2022 season. That’s fine with […]