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2008 Washington Redskins

With another NFL season ready to get underway in just a short time, Jason Lowry has his 2008 Washington Redskins season predictions. Last year the Redskins really put together a magical season after the tragic loss of star safety Sean Taylor. The Redskins went on to win their final 4 games of the season, and finished up 9-7, which was good enough for 3rd in the NFC East. Even though the Redskins finished 3rd it was still good enough for a wild card spot in the playoffs, but that was short lived,... 

2008 New York Giants

Another NFL season is fast approaching and Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 New York Giants season predictions. What a year it was for the Giants as they not only made a historic run to the playoffs and the Super Bowl, they beat what many people were calling one of the best teams ever in what was the undefeated New England Patriots. There is no taking back what they did, but many wonder if a team that struggled to win at home as much as the Giants did last season, can come back and expect... 

2008 Philadelphia Eagles

Professional handicapper Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 Philadelphia Eagles season predictions. The Eagles had a down year by their standards going 8-8 and falling short of the playoffs a year after winning the NFC East. It’s not like the Eagles were getting kicked around the field last season, as they lost 6 games by 8 points or less, meaning this team could of easily went 10-6 and been in the playoffs. So far in the offseason the Eagles have really helped out the defense with... 

2008 Dallas Cowboys

With the upcoming football season right around the corner, Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 Dallas Cowboys season predictions. The Cowboys put together a solid season going 13-3 and took home first place in the NFC East, but that all went to waste when the Cowboys failed to win a playoff game again, as the eventual Super Bowl Champion New York Giants beat up on the Cowboys in the 2nd round. This year the Cowboys seem to have only gotten better with the additions of middle linebacker Zach... 

Sunoco Red Cross Pennsylvania 500 Picks

NASCAR head back to Pocono Raceway this weekend, as drivers get ready for the 2008 Pennsylvania 500. Last week many drivers and fans left watching the Brickyard feeling upset and disappointed as drivers were really bogged down because of a big tire problem that really didn’t let things get going. Either way Jimmie Johnson was able to get closer to his 3rd straight Sprint Cup championship with his 2nd win of the season. This is the 2nd of two races that are held here at Pocono, and Kasey Kahne... 

2008 PGA Championship Predictions

Just two weeks ago we were talking about the British Open, and now we are just one week away from the final major of the season, the 2008 PGA Championship. Winning a major is what many golfers consider something you must do before you are doneplaying , in order to have a successful career. But winning the PGA Championship has a little extra incentive to go with it as well, the champion of this event has a free invitation to the 4 majors for the next 5 years, they never have to qualify for the PGA... 

2008 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational

This weekend the best golf has to offer will get together at Firestone Country Club for 2008 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational, but one player will be greatly missed an that is 6 time champion and 3 time defending champion of the event Tiger Woods. This event is set for the golfers who have proven themselves over the last couple years, as you must meet certain criteria to make the event, such as being a part of the President or Ryder cup teams, along with being in the top 50 of the official world golf... 

AFC North Predictions

We are fast approaching another exciting NFL season, and Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 AFC North division predictions. Last year the Steelers and the Browns both finished the season tied on top the division at 10-6, but the Browns ended up being the odd man out and wound up just missing the playoffs. The Bengals couldn’t put anything together as the team struggled to come together, and the Ravens couldn’t find an answer at quarterback, while the defense looked to begin to... 

NFC North Predictions

To get you ready for the upcoming NFL season, Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 NFC North division predictions. Last year Brett Farve and the Packers regained the magic of old and put tother a solid season going 13-3, and made it all the way to the NFC Championship game, where they lost to the Giants by 3 in overtime. Adrian Peterson led the Vikings to a solid season running crazy on many of the teams. The Lions started off the season red hot going 6-2, but finished the season at just 7-9.... 

NFC West Predictions

Professional handicapper Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 NFC West division predictions, as a new season is only a little over a month away. Last year the NFC West in many ways failed to live up to expectations as the Seattle was the only team in the division that really put together a solid season going 10-6. The Rams were expected to take over the division, but wound up being the worst team in the NFC going just 3-13. The Cardinals and 49ers were both expected to have solid season, but... 

AFC West Predictions

If you are ready for another exciting football season to get underway, you are not alone, and professional handicapper Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 AFC West division predictions. Last season the West was not the once dominant division it use to be, as the Chargers ran away with the division going 11-5, while the rest of the division failed to finish better than .500. The Broncos were picked to be a force in the West last season but finished the season at just 7-9. Which was good enough... 

AFC South Predictions

Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 AFC South division predictions, as we continue to get closer and closer to another NFL season. Last year the the Colts took the division going 13-3, but there nice record wasn’t because they play in an easy division, as both the Titans and Jaguars headed to the playoffs last season as wild card teams. The Texans ended up finishing last in the division at 8-8, making it the only other division besides the NFC East to have every team finish at .500 or... 

AFC East Predictions

With another NFL season just a little over a month away, Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 AFC East predictions. Last year it was no competition for the Patriots as they ran away with the division going a perfect 16-0, while the Dolphins struggled to just win one game. Both the Bills and the Jets finished under .500, but with many new faces coming and going on each team, what happens the year before means nothing. So with that said here is how we see the division playing out in 2008. 1)... 

NFC South Predictions

Professional handicapper Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 NFC South predictions. Last year this division really wasn’t anything special as Tampa Bay won the division with just a 9-7 record, but its not all their fault as the Panthers struggled without Jake Delhomme at quarterback, the Saints simply fell off the face of the earth once Deuce went out with a season ending injury, and who can forget the Falcons dealing with all the drama in the Michael Vick dog fighting fiasco. So who... 

Money Management

Money Management Money management is just as important as picking winners. In fact, without both you are destined to fail. There are a lot of good handicappers out there. You might even consider yourself to be one. You might fall in the catagory of a number of bettors who can pick games with consistancy but also lose with just as much consistancy. The single biggest reason why sportsbettors fail is because of the lack of proper money management. Just like a good business plan you must have a plan... 

Monitor Home Play Umpires

If you want to take your handicapping up a notch, then you need to monitor home plate umpires.  It’s going to take a lot of work to win money this summer and if you do not feel like doing it then take a look at the premium packages available at this site. It used to be that the strike zones were different in the American and National Leagues. There was a time when American League umpires, who continued to wear outside chest protectors, gave a pitcher the high strike. Their National League... 

MyBookie

A generous 20% sign-up bonus is waiting for you at My Bookie sportsbook. This is one of the sportsbooks under the umbrella of the Nine management group so you know that they are as solid as it comes in terms of financial security and taking care of clients. They have all of the deposit methods that you have come to expect out of a quality sportsbook and the promotions that you should be able to count on. You can fund your account with Neteller, Western Union, Bank Wire, Cashiers Check, and FedEx. ... 

NBA Betting

At BetFirms our goal is to give everyone the necessary tools to improve their NBA betting skills.  Whether you are just starting out or you are an experienced bettor, you should always be searching for an edge, and we know we can help you find that edge.  When it comes to betting on the NBA, the sportsbook you choose can be the difference between a winning and a losing experience.  What I have tried to do is compile a list of sportsbooks that I feel are the best for placing NBA wagers.  I know... 

NBA Betting ATS Info

The Detroit Pistons, with a huge lead in the Central Division, have been impressive winning 81.7% of their games SU this season. This team has not been in a losing streak of more than two games this season. This speaks volumes for any team in the NBA. However, the Pistons have won only 50.8% of their games ATS with a push a one game that is not included. Since February 1 the Pistons have won 70.5% of their games SU. And they have won only 41.2% of their game ATS during that time. Against losing teams... 

NFC East Predictions

With another NFL season right around the corner, Jason Lowry is ready to make his 2008 NFC East predictions. Last season the Cowboys were able to run away with the division, but when it came to playoff time they weren’t able to take care of the Giants when it mattered in the 2nd round of the playoffs. While the Redskins joined in the fun and were the other wild card team, the Eagles had brought up the rear going a 8-8 just one game behind the Redskins. But what makes the NFL so great, is that... 

2009 Super Bowl Predictions

Professional handicapper Jason Lowry is here today to bring you his 2009 Super Bowl Predictions. We have already made our run through each division in our 2008 NFL Predictions that include a look at each division, and who we think is going to win. While we know almost everyone remembers the Patriots run at a perfection being shut down by the historic upset run of the New York Giants. Want to know who we are picking to win this year, well just keep reading and take a look at who we got winning it... 

2008 NFL Predictions

Its that time of year where everyone starts to get a little football craving building up in them, and Jason Lowry is going to help you out with 2008 NFL Predictions. With 2007 being one of the most exciting and entertaining seasons I can remember, I mean you had the Patriots making every team look like they were a class below them, until they get upset by Eli Manning and the Giants in the Super Bowl. You had the emergence of Adrian Peterson, as he set the NFL single game rushing record in his first... 

2008 Sun Belt Conference Football

Professional handicapper Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 Sun Belt Conference football predictions, as we sit right on the edge of another exciting NCAA football season. While the Sun Belt Conference isn’t your typical powerhouse football conference, it does bring some tough and quality games during conference play. Last year Florida Atlantic and Troy both finished the season at 6-1 in conference play, but Florida Atlantic won the tie breaker thanks to a tough win on the road at Troy.... 

2008 Conference USA Football

We are right on the door steps of another exciting season of NCAA Football, and Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 Conference USA football predictions. Conference USA sent half of their conference to bowl games last season, as 6 teams played one extra. This year the conference looks like it should be primed for another solid season, and we wouldn’t be surprised if they don’t send at least 6 again this year. Here is a look at how we see the upcoming season playing out in one of... 

2008 NCAA Top 10 Predictions

With the 2008 upcoming season right around the corner, professional handicapper Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 NCAA Football Top 10 predictions. While there are always surprise teams that make their way into the top 10, you can usually pick a few teams that you can pretty much guarantee will be there. Last season LSU was able to send Ohio State packing in the National Championship for the 2nd straight year, as Florida was able to hand the Buckeyes a tough loss in 2006. Here is a look... 

NBA Division Leaders 2006

The New Jersey Nets, who hold a slim lead in the Atlantic Division, may be winning over fifty-percent of their games SU over the last two months, but the they are not showing a profit at the betting window. From January 10 to February 26 the Nets were 12-12 SU and 10-14 ATS. During this stretch of games they were impressive at home going 8-2 SU and posted a winning pointspread record of 6-4 ATS. On the road, the Nets were only 4-10 SU and ATS.    The Detroit Pistons, have a big lead in the Central... 

NBA Finals Picks BigAl

We are down to the Final two! The NBA Finals will see a first time champion, too. The interesting part about this series will be youth versus experience, and tempo. Shaquille O’Neal just turned 34 and his minutes are more limited than at any time in his career. Head coach Pat Riley brings a team into the Finals for the first time since 1994 when he was with the Knicks. He last won as coach in 1988 with the Lakers. Throw in veterans Gary Payton and Alonzo Mourning, and Miami is a roster of old... 

NBA Finals Picks Jimmy

The NBA Finals are set between the Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat. Neither one of these teams have ever reached the NBA Finals before now and they had to get past some major hurdles to do so. The Mavericks were finally able to get past in state and division rival San Antonio, who has been the best in the west for quite some time, with a new focus on defense by coach of the year Avery Johnson and dominant performances by Dirk Nowitzky. And Miami was able to destroy the Pistons in the conference finals... 

NBA Finals Pinnacle Pulse

 With three games gone in the NBA Championship series, there have been more  than a few surprises. Even casual NBA followers were surprised at how low  scoring the first two games were. Game 1 had a total of 170 points scored  (with a total of 192.5), whereas Game 2 had 183 points scored (with the  total at 188). Only Game 3 went over as 194 points were scored while the  total closed at 189.5.    While many can set a basketball total line based on “feel”, the deadliest  totals... 

NBA Finals Sports Betting

John Kelly grew up in south suburban Chicago with an eye on gambling, even as a youngster.    Consequently, he never developed a loyalty toward the Cubs or White Sox.    ”I guess it was the gambling thing,” he said.    ”I learned early I couldn’t be for either one of them.”    Kelly, the voice of Las Vegas sports gambling now that Larry Grossman has retired, was around for the last breaths of old Las Vegas and to see the birth of a new one.    Over the past... 

NBA Finals Tempo

To run, or not to run? That is the big question for the NBA Finals as Miami battles Dallas and you are trying to make your NBA picks. Actually the key will be who controls the tempo? Detroit had an explosive offense all season, then blew away the Cavaliers in their first two playoff games. Suddenly, the Cavs completely slowed down the pace, controlling the tempo, and winning 3 in a row over the stunned Pistons. The Heat also controlled the pace in slowing down Detroit in the Eastern Conference Finals.   ... 

Best NBA Picks

We frequently have been asked which handicappers produce the best NBA picks.  Well we have done our homework for you to list some solid choices so you won’t have to worry about being left out in the cold this winter. The first handicapper that we would go with is Jack Jones.  Jones has put together quite a few successive winning campaigns on the professional hard court and we are sure that there are plenty more to come.  He also puts out more plays than a lot of other handicappers on our... 

NBA Playoffs Betting

The 2005-2006 Pistons are on their way to proving there is a difference between being a good regular season team and a good postseason team and that should play a factor in your NBA Playoffs betting.  As they drop both games in Miami and fall into a 3-1 series deficit, the overwhelming favorites to repeat in the Eastern Conference could be on their way out.    Why?    As crazy as this sounds, they might be too team oriented. The same thing that propelled them to greatness in the regular season... 

NBA Playoffs Defense

NBA Playoffs are often about defense, and the Pistons/Heat series has been a textbook example. A strangling defense has been the norm, especially from Pat Riley and the Miami Heat. Detroit averaged 96 ppg this season, yet in this series they’ve scored 86, 92, 83, 78 and 91 points. In fact, all five games have gone under the total, a key thing to remember for your NBA playoffs picks this season.    Miami’s defense has been exceptional. In Game 3, Detroit shot 42% and got beat on the... 

NCAA Tournament Brackets Bodog

With the NCAA Basketball Tournament’s seed selection set for Sunday, March 12, bettors are preparing for one of the year’s most popular sporting events. Along with its standard NCAA men’s basketball tournament wagers, Bodog is transforming the way NCAA Tournament Brackets games are played around the country. While bettors keep a close watch on big program favorites such as Duke, Villanova and UConn, they should also train their eyes on squads like No. 7 George Washington, No. 3... 

2006 NCAA Tournament Preview

 It’s that time of year again and everyone from the seasoned professional to the novice soccer mom with be filling out their brackets in search of the perfect ticket. 2006 was an interesting regular season starting with the top horses beginning the year strong but slowing down near the end of the season. Also, many mid-major teams made cases throughout the year to get included in the field of 65 and many of those were left disappointed on Sunday. Taking a look at prior years can tell us a lot... 

NFL Hall of Fame 2006

What a scene it was in the Renascence Ballroom earlier today as the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2006 was announced. For those of you that listen to the Sports Edge, you already know that it has been a good day for the “Hebrew Hammer”, as all of the players I felt worthy of going to Canton, did just that. Harry Carson and Rayfield Wright were wonderful bonuses as well. The key to this year’s class though was Warren Moon, who I feel is one of the greatest athletes to ever play the... 

NFL Hall of Fame Aikman

For the first time since 2001, a full compliment of six players was elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. I’m 45 and was able to see and remember each during his career. In my opinion, four selections are solid (Reggie White, Warren Moon, John Madden, Rayfield Wright), one leaves me ambivalent (Harry Carson), and then there’s Troy Aikman.    Reggie White was the most dominant defensive lineman of his era and retired with most sacks (198) in NFL history at the time. The “Minister... 

NFL Betting Picks

When you talk about finding a sports handicapping service most people want to know how high of a rate their NFL picks hit at.  This is because there are more people betting on NFL games than on any other sporting event.  Each weekend in the fall there is a lot of money won, but there is a lot of money lost by people who head into the weekend with a minimal amount of knowledge.  These individuals think that they can just look at the spreads, take what they know already about the teams, and make... 

NFL Predictions

When we talk about NFL predictions, we do not just mean futures bets but also the week by week picks on sides and totals.  You can stop by our site before the season even begins and read up on our previews for the upcoming NFL season.  We will be detailing how each conference will iron itself out over the course of the year and which team will come out on top.  We also give all the details on who we think will be making the wild card spots and then which teams have the best chances to win the... 

NFL Teasers

Bettors love playing NFL teasers and bookmakers love taking bets, so are these wagers for suckers or can a smart player actually formulate a positive expectancy by optimizing their wagering strategy?  The answer is both Yes and No depending on the approach you take. We often hear the phrase that teasers are “sucker” bets and that statement is definitely true for the average bettor who does not consider the numbers he is teasing, while professional bettors understand the concept of moving... 

NHL Power Rankings4

The NHL season is already into the 2nd half of the season, as the leagues prepares to shutdown for 2 ½ weeks to give way to the Winter Olympics in Torino, Italy. It will be very interesting to see how the teams respond once the break is completed. This long of a layoff certainly will affect the performance of the athletes, especially those not taking part in the games. This also is a major obstacle in handicapping the league and I would encourage you do cut back on the amount of action in the NHL... 

College Bowl Predictions

The college football bowl season is one of the most exciting times of the year in any sport and certainly the biggest thrill during the NCAA football season.  Every year thousands of fans make college bowl predictions either for pools or to bet on the games.  Our handicappers are here to assist you by helping you to win pools or make some money with their college bowl picks.  The experts at Befirms hit every bowl game every season from the first kick off all the way through the BCS title game. ... 

Odds on Winter Olympics

  With less than a week to go before the opening ceremonies for the Torino Winter Olympics, the Bodog.com Sportsbook is offering odds on a number of events, including opportunities to wager on which country will walk away with the most gold medals. The United States is a top contender at 11/5 odds. p> Among the top American contenders is alpine skier Bode Miller, who’s known as much for his outrageous behavior off the slopes as for his prowess on the powder. Miller is a contender in five... 

Odds Win 2006 Heisman

One of the largest sportsbooks in the world has posted their odds to win the 2006 Heisman.  If you are interested in betting on this prop then head on over to Sportsbook today and start placing your first wagers. Let the Heisman hype begin! With 3,919 passing yards, 32 touchdowns and a mere seven interceptions last season, combined with a powerful South Bend Heisman legacy, odds makers at Sportsbook.com have given Notre Dame senior quarterback Brady Quinn the best odds of winning the 2006 Heisman... 

Offensive Patients Baseball Betting

Home runs get most fans excited, but an offensive category far less exciting but just as important is drawing walks. Believe it or not, patience at the plate is a key ingredient to winning baseball. Currently there are four teams in major league baseball with over 200 walks as a team. 1) Red Sox, 2) Reds, 3) Dodgers and 4) Yankees. Two things stand out with baseball betting: Those teams are very strong offensively and are in first or second place in their divisions. Certainly walks aren’t... 

One Run MLB Games

Every time we lose a bet on one run MLB games, it’s disheartening to say the least. Personally, I’d rather get blown out and lose by five runs than have a game won and have the bullpen give up a one-run loss late or trail by a run throughout the game and be unable to push across that winning marker. Even worse is when you know a team has a bad record in one-run games, you make a play on them and they drop another one-run decision. And the reason they drop that one-run decision, more... 

Online Baseball Betting

While wagering on football games continue to be the dominant sport, baseball is the season for gamblers and the sportsbooks know this. Baseball is the least profitable sport for the sportsbook but many gamblers are confused when trying to understand the wagering concept for baseball. Unlike football or basketball with the standard line and total, online baseball betting does not deal with a line but instead moneylines, runlines, and totals. Baseball Dime Line Baseball is probably the best value in... 

Online Baseball Gambling

When online baseball gambling, be sure to pay close attention to the listed pitchers for the game you are wagering on. No other position on the Baseball field, or in any other sport for that matter, is as important as the starting pitcher for betting purposes. You are going to want to handicap the game around the starting pitchers and when you do, be sure to list the starter so that if he is a late scratch you won’t be hung out to dry when some Double A call-up toes the mound. You will also... 

Online Betting

Online betting is now the only real way to wager on sports.  We have come to this conclusion due to the convenience that can be had by moving your gambling online.  You can log onto your account or call the offshore gaming company 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year.  There will not be any busy signals, going to meet someone for a payment, or worrying if your man is going to get busted and leave you without your profits.  This is why we can not stress enough how you need to take... 

Online Sports Betting

Online sports betting has really grown over the last 10 years into being a major recreational activity.  The expansion of fantasy sports and sports gambling can be traced to the extra excitement people have when they are watching a game in which they have an added stake in the outcome.  Another reason that online wagering has gotten so big in the past couple of years is how easy it is to place your bets with an offshore sportsbook.  The use of the internet has paved the way for 24/7 bookmakers... 

Penn Hughes

The main event of the 63rd installment of The Ultimate Fighting Championship featured Penn Hughes.   This fight was officially billed as a bout for the welterweight crown, but for the two contestants involved, there was far more on the line than a fancy belt. Win or lose, champion Matt Hughes would be remembered as one of the best fighters in UFC history, but his reign atop the welterweight division has always suffered from one serious blight. Hughes lost the 170 lbs belt when he was choked out... 

Pinnacle Sportsbook

The reason that we love Pinnacle sportsbook is their reduced juice specials every single day of the year.  What do we mean by reduced juice?  Well for every side in this year’s NFL you can lay -104 instead of the usual -110.  That will save you $6 for every losing wager you place of $100.  This is going to add up to significant savings over the course of a season if you choose to go with Pinnacle.  On every other sport an for NFL totals you only lay -105, so you can save with every bet... 

Pinnacle Week406

You could find some interesting value in the line movements of NFL week 4 odds.  5 Dimes is one of the first books to put up lines for the following week’s action, which gives a lot of players a chance to bet nearly a week in advance.  Experts and sharp bettors place wagers on these early lines before they are sharpened.  You can use these line movements to find insights into which teams the professionals are taking. The largest sports betting site on the Internet, 5 Dimes opened betting... 

Price Shopping

What are the three most important things a professional considers for march madness betting or any sporting event? Price, price and price (price shopping). Getting the best number on every game will turn a 50% handicapper into a net winner and allows a 53% capper to show a handsome profit at season’s end. Every penny you’re able to shave off of a price adds to your bottom line. We price shop to save cents on a gallon of gas and smart bettors are just as price sensitive with sports betting and... 

College Football Handicappers

Congratulations! You have found the best source in the world for college football handicappers.  Our site documents the football picks of the best handicapping services in the industry so that you know the capper you choose has a long history of making money for his clients.  This is the list of who has been the most successful at picking winners for their customers on a consistent basis. 1. Steve Janus - Steve has been racking up college football handicapping awards for the last decade, including... 

Props Betting

On this page we are going to be focusing on props betting or proposition sports betting.  This is something that is becoming increasingly more popular among gamblers and there are plenty of sportsbooks that are setting odds on events to draw in the action.  You can bet on anything from major award shows, celebrities, to the general election.  We are going to be providing advice on these different bets so you can take advantage of some decent lines and make some interesting bets that should bring... 

Public Perception in Gambling

Public perception might be the least talked about aspect of linemaking, but it is essential to understand this piece of the puzzle. Oddsmakers make betting numbers based on stats, situations and what they think the public is thinking about a game. We just saw a Super Bowl where the No. 6 seeded team (Pittsburgh) was a 4-point favorite over the No. 1 seed of the NFC (Seattle). If you just looked at stats, the two teams were relatively equal, with strong run defenses, balanced offense, above-average... 

Rahman vs Maskaev

Rahman vs. Maskaev will go head to head for the WBC heavyweight championship on August 12, 2006.  The fight will be held at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.  This is an important fight because Rahman holds the last remaining heavyweight belt that is in American hands.  If Maskaev is victorious then all of the belts will be held by natives of the former Soviet Union.  This fight is also going to be important to Rahman because he not only wants to defend his belt but revenge... 

Road Winning in MLB

The Boston Red Sox, in a close race in the AL East, are playing solid baseball lately. They are 9-6 in their last 15 games on the road against some pretty good teams. During those road games four of the five teams played have a winning record. The combined record of those five teams is 156-124. The New York Yankees, playing for that top spot in the AL East, are playing impressive baseball lately. They have posted some positive numbers going 5-2 in their last six road games. One of the two teams... 

Royal Week306

You will find week 3 NFL action covered in this week’s Royal Post.  It was quite a week that was capped off when the New Orleans Saints returned to the Super Dome and took care of the Atlanta Falcons with ease.  These Saints have marched to the pay window three straight times to open the season.  Just 90 seconds into a game that was a horrific year in the making, the Saints flopped on a ball in the end zone following a blocked punt and the party was on. The defense beat up Michael Vick.... 

Scouting Youngsters Baseball Betting

More than any other sport, baseball is a game with a constant flow of newcomers to a roster so you have to be scouting youngsters for to make successful baseball picks. Instead of one minor league training area like other sports, baseball has three levels of minor league play. Just this week the Red Sox brought up Dave Pauley to start against the Blue Jays. He was from Double A! The Yankees have been forced to bring up some kids to fill in with all their outfield injuries. A year ago they brought... 

Sports Betting

Millions of people all over the world love sports betting, but not very many of these individuals win on a consistent basis.  There is a lot of hard work that goes into picking winners, but even if you are working hard you need to have the right tools at your disposal or you could be wasting your time.  There are people out there who are betting just to get some entertainment value out of it, the excitement of having action on the games, but if you fall into this category then this site isn’t... 

Sports Betting Lines

Get the sports betting lines you need to place your bets right here at Bet Firms.  In order to make sure that you are getting the best odds possible, you need to shop around at several different books to make sure you get the best value.  We have reviewed a lot of different sportsbooks in order to find reputable shops that have large bonuses, pay out fast, and have large enough customer service staffs that we can get through at any time.  The sports betting lines we use are from one of our favorite... 

Sportsbook

  10% Sign-up bonus and -105 Fridays at Sportsbook.com Sportsbook.com is another book that we fully recommend to all of our visitors.  They are fully endorsed by some of the biggest names in the world and have billboard advertisements featuring Brooke Burke and other celebrities.  Why do we like Sportsbook.com?  Well for starters you can get half price football juice on Friday, giving you the ability to lay -105 instead of -110.  They also have $100,000 perfect parlay contests and weekly college... 

Steelers Vikings Preseason

Here is the preview on the Steelers Vikings preseason NFL game.  This game has lost some of it’s luster with Big Ben sitting out and the Vikings losing some big names to injury/suspensions, but it should be exciting nonetheless.  Oh, Big Ben, please toll for us this Saturday. If you’re like me, exhibition football is better than many regular season matchups in every other sport. The anticipation of what is to come plays a big role – even more so in 2006, because this is shaping up to... 

Super Bowl 40

Sunday’s Super Bowl is likely to be won by the team with the most rushing yardage. Winning the battle of the line of scrimmage is as basic it gets, but it’s also a tried and true method for victory. Last season the Patriots won the rushing battle 112-45 in their 24-21 win over the Eagles. The year before, the Pats outrushed Carolina 127-92 on their way to the title. Even in their stunning upset of the Rams five years ago, the Patriots won the rushing battle against Marshall Faulk and their strong... 

Super Bowl Betting

You have probably heard everyone talking about Super Bowl betting, and now you want to get in on the action and excitement.  Betting on the biggest game of the year is fun, easy, and it continues to take the country by storm each and every year at the end of the NFL playoffs.  If you want to make bets on this year’s Super Bowl, and be sure to get your money when you win, then take a look at the sportsbooks that we recommend.  They have great bonuses, are very reliable, and they will gladly... 

Allstate 400 at the Brickyard Picks

After a week off NASCAR is back and action with a bang, as fans and drivers get ready for the 2008 Allstate 400 at the Brickyard. This fun and entertaining event has quickly become one of the best races of the season, and fans have been piling into Indianapolis Motor Speedway ever since the race got started back in 1994, as around 4,000 fans attend this event each year. It comes to little surprise that the last race was won by Kyle Busch at the Lifelock.com 400, and he now has his Sprint Cup points... 

College Football Sportsbooks

It’s time to start getting excited about football season!  As football betting has continued to grow in popularity, you may have noticed that more and more sportsbooks keep popping up all over the Internet, making it difficult to choose which one works the best for you.  Instead of working your way through a list of hundreds or thousands of sportsbooks, we’ll tell you which sportsbooks are going to be the best for you this football season and exactly why.  We’ve narrowed the... 

Super Bowl Betting Props

This article was written by Big Al McMordie. This is it: Super Bowl week. With two weeks to fill and only one game left, get ready for newspapers and TV sports shows to exhaust their insight into every possible angle and personality on the game. From a handicapping perspective, it’s not always easy to find a soft betting line with respect to the side and total. With one game to go in the season, and two weeks to prepare, oddsmakers generally make a solid line on the side and total. And any kind... 

Super Bowl Picks 365

PITTSBURGH V SEATTLE – STEELERS FAVORITE AT -4 Live betting – Su Feb 5 – 6:00pm ET Either way, the team that wins the Super Bowl must be considered as a surprise. Pittsburgh were as big as 50/1 after Week 13, while Seattle were pre-season 40/1 shots. Pittsburgh have since won seven in a row to reach the Super Bowl for the first time since 1995, including a swashbuckling playoff run which saw them join the 1985 Patriots as the only clubs to win three consecutive road games in... 

Super Bowl Props

Oddsmaker’s have had plenty of time to carefully scrutinize the last game of the football season, therefore the side and total are likely to be good numbers. You rarely see much line movement on Super Bowls. However, proposition bets offer bettors an excellent opportunity to find good bets and soft numbers. But you can’t do guesswork, you have to do some homework.    Let’s go through a prop and do some research on it. For instance, there’s a line offered on the Steelers/Seahawks Super... 

Super Bowl Secrets

Even Las Vegas sports bettors — who used to trumpet their plays to anyone who would listen — are playing it close to the vest and hiding under heavy cloaks these days. No one … except maybe Steve Fezzik … wants to give anything away. In this age of the Super Information Highway, everyone is looking for even the tiniest edge; gleaning an advantage is like finding gold. Some sports gamblers, mostly NFL players, relocate to Las Vegas during their chosen seasons and then crawl... 

Super Bowl XL

This article was written by Big Al McMordie. This is it: Super Bowl Sunday! The old adage “You win the turnover battle, you win the game,” is especially true come playoff time. Looking back at last season’s game, we find that the Patriots won the turnover battle 4-1, largely because of three Donovan McNabb interceptions. The Pats won the game 24-21, though they failed to cover. The year before, the Patriots and Panthers were even in the turnover department, 1-1. New England won again, 32-29,... 

Total Amount Bet on Super Bowl

This article is about how much was the total amount bet on the super bowl.  Close but no cigar could be the post-theme of Super Bowl XL as far as a record Las Vegas Super Bowl handle is concerned. Pittsburgh defeated Seattle 21-10 Sunday — easily covering the spread — the total went way under 47, Bill Cowper finally won a Lombardi and the Bus finally rolled a stop, while on top. The $6,064,000 Question in the Land of Odds — besides “Did you win or lose?” was “Will... 

UFC Betting

UFC betting is a great way to add to the enjoyment of watching mixed martial arts (MMA) which has become the fastest growing sport in America.  It is challenging to consistently pick winners, largely because it can take just one single shot for an underdog to make a major upset of a favorite.  In order to have the best chance to come out on top you will have to do some analysis and homework as to the different fighting styles brought to the Octagon by each fighter.  There are boxers, strikers,... 

UFC Odds

We will be providing UFC odds for every event from the major online sportsbooks of Bodog, BetUS, Sportsbook.com, and Bookmaker.  We wanted to do a little explaining of how money lines work so everyone will be able to know how to understand and bet on the sport.  It is the same principles used for baseball and hockey, plus you can bet the money lines in basketball and football even though they normally use point spreads.    We are going to use an example to make things easy.  Remember that... 

UFC Predictions

The staff at BetFirms is very good at making winning UFC predictions and will be doing so for every major event in the hopes that our readers will end up with a little extra cash after the fights.  We won’t only be helping out our readers with the pay-per-views, but also the Fight Nights on Spike TV and the Ultimate Fighter Finales.  This is a great sport that everyone here is passionate about and that makes it easy for us to go over the fighter’s histories, hell, some of us don’t... 

US Problem With Gambling

This article takes a look at the United States’s problem with gambling.  There has been a lot of uncertainty in the industry lately, so Tony George tries to clear things up for our viewers. The recent arrest of David Carruthers, the CEO of BetOnSports, in Dallas, Texas by US authorities while changing planes on his way to Costa Rica raises some serious questions between gamblers who use online sportsbooks, and professional gaming advisors who recommend online sportsbooks like myself. This... 

RBC Canadian Open

We are fresh off an interesting British Open, as it was the first major without Tiger Woods in the field. There were plenty of great stories including Greg Norman’s amazing run that fell short on Sunday. When it was all said and done Padraig Harrington walked away with his 2nd straight Claret Jug. This week golfers stay out of the United States as they head to Oakville, Ontario for the 2008 RBC Canadian Open that is scheduled to get underway at Glen Abbey Golf Course this year. Defending champion... 

2006 NFL Predictions

If you are going to bet on football futures this year then take a look at our 2006 NFL predictions. We won’t waste any time trying to decipher all of the madness and tell you who we think will win each division, gain the two wild card sports in each conference, and then make their way to the Super Bowl. Let’s get started with the NFC East and our favorite to escape this difficult division is the Dallas Cowboys. The team made some nice additions in the off-season with the main one being... 

2006 Emmy Predictions

We have 2006 Emmy predictions based on what the odds are being offered by online sportsbooks. You can now get the latest in 2006 Emmy odds and make your bets all at Bodog. Let’s get down to the categories so you can decide which shows you watch and like, and which shows you think are complete garbage and have no chance of winning. The first category is the 2006 Emmy for outstanding reality-competition program. American Idol is by far the most popular show on television, but can they take... 

Vegas Super Bowl Buzz

Las Vegas always is a beehive of activity Super Bowl Week. There’s plenty of bustling this year, as usual, but some of the hustle appears to be missing. First, Mr. Tagliabue and other Big Apple suits, cash registers cha-chinging in their eyes, kiboshed the big Super Bowl bashes that were a large part of the city’s tradition, citing broadcasting rights. Lack of a marquee matchup, the kind that would have FOX drooling, and absence of a Vegas connection — even a route that would... 

VIP Sportsbook

VIP Sportsbook offers new members a variety of great promotions that you really can’t find anywhere else.  You will get 20% cash deposits for signing up, with a maximum bonus amount of $200.  That isn’t the only bonus for an initial deposit on a new account as you will get a 10% free futures bet, 10% free horse wager, and a free entry to their VIP poker tournamnet.  If you decide to reload later you will get 10% cash.  Some additional promotions are their close call parlays, cash... 

WagerWeb Sportsbook

WagerWeb is offering up to 20% Signup Bonuses to New Clients! When you talk about WagerWeb sportsbook, you are talking about one of the best reputations in the business of sports betting.  They have been in the online sportsbook industry for nearly ten years and just keep growing and growing.  This place sets the standard for gaming management with a youthful staff that... 

Western Conference Surprises

This article was written by Big Al McMordie.  You can pick up his NBA Picks here. While everybody is anticipating another Spurs/Pistons showdown for the NBA title, a couple of other teams have surprised this season. Let’s take a closer look at the overachieving Mavericks and Clippers. The Mavericks have been very good for several seasons now, but they are not perceived as being an elite team by the public, simply because they have a history of flaming out in... 

Winning Baseball Rolls

Stats are through May 16, 2006. The Philadelphia Phillies, in second place of the NL East Division, are playing solid baseball after going 9-12 in their first 21 games. The Phillies are 13-5 in their last 18 games. They have been impressive both at home (7-1) and on the road (6-3) during this roll. At one point this team had a nine game winning streak. The longest winning streak for the Phillies last season was six game. This team is playing with a lot of confidence and winning breeds... 

Wiseguys Super Bowl Pick

Pittsburgh is a solid Super Bowl XL favorite, but Seattle appears to have strong pockets of support among Las Vegas’ gaming elite. “I had dinner the other night (at the Stardust) with some of Vegas’ fine young handicapping minds, some very talented guys, and everyone liked Seattle,” said internationally-known sports gambler Lem Banker, clicking off names like Steve Fezzik, Andy Iskoe and Nick Bogdanovich, an ex-bookmaker who is well-established on the betting side... 

World Baseball Classic Betting

Doc is giving our free information on world baseball classic betting to go along with some free MLB picks right here on this page. When the United States’ starting nine take the field against Mexico on March 7 in Pool B’s draw of the World Baseball Classic at Phoenix, the winner of Pool A will have already been decided at the Tokyo Dome. But just because the USA won’t get into the action for another full week, don’t let that stop you from point-and-clicking a well-placed... 

Youth in College Basketball

When we examine stats, it doesn’t tell us WHO those players really are. Are they competitive or laid back? Do they have the passion to win, or lazy work habits? Do they want the ball at crunch time, or someone else to take the last shot? Do they have heart, or are they just going through the motions? You can’t tell by stats, can you? Understanding pieces of the individual players, and even the coaches, can help better gauge the true merits of a team.  Let’s take a ... 

2008 WAC Conference Predictions

If you are looking for a closer look at the upcoming football season, then take a look at Jason Lowry’s 2008 WAC Conference football predictions. The WAC has sent a team to a BCS Bowl game each of the last two seasons, with Boise State’s incredible win over Oklahoma in 2007, and then last year Hawaii took on Georgia in the Sugar Bowl. While this conference isn’t a big power house like the SEC or PAC 10, it is starting to create a lot more competitive teams over the last few year.... 

2008 Hawaii Warriors

We are getting ready to start another exciting season of college football, and professional handicapper Jason Lowry is here to bring you his 2008 Hawaii Warriors football predictions. Last year the Warriors put together one of the schools most memorable seasons going 12-0 in the regular season, but they did suffer a loss to Georgia in the Sugar Bowl. This year the Warriors have to really hope on a field full of new starters, as only 8 starters return for 1st year head coach Greg McMackin. To get... 

2008 Mountain West Conference Predictions

Professional handicapper Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 Mountain West Conference football predictions. Last year BYU was able to run the table in conference play going 8-0 and finishing the season in the top 25. This year it looks like it could be a little tougher road for the Cougars as some other teams look ready to make a run this season. Here is a look at our take on the upcoming season in the Mountain West. 1) Utah Utes The Utes come back with some of the best offensive talent in... 

2008 MAC Conference Predictions

With another NCAA football season right around the corner, Jason Lowry is ready to bring you his 2008 MAC Conference football predictions. Last year Bowling Green, Miami, and Buffalo all tied for 1st in the East division, and Central Michigan and Ball State tied for 1st in the West. This year it looks like it could be another tough battle as the MAC is always a competitive league. Here is a look at our take on the upcoming season as we predict the winners of each division. East 1) Bowling Green... 

Sportsbook Review

You already know that Betfirms is the best site to get quality sports picks, but what good are those picks if you do not have great sportsbook to bet on sports with?  There are some sites out there that try to rank sportsbooks with some arbitrary system, as if there is a significant difference between an A- and a B+ or a 91* vs a 95* book.  That’s not to say there are not some sportsbooks out there to avoid, there are, but what we have done at BetFirms is sorted through the hundreds of online... 

Two Deck Blackjack Strategy

To use the basic strategy look up your hand along the left vertical edge and the dealer’s up card along the top. In both cases an A stands for ace. From top to bottom are the hard totals, soft totals, and splittable hands. There are two charts depending on whether the dealer hits or stands on soft 17. Key to table: H Hit S Stand D Double of allowed, otherwise hit Ds Double if allowed, otherwise stand P Split H/P Split if allowed... 

Single Deck Blackjack Strategy

To use the basic strategy look up your hand along the left vertical edge and the dealer’s up card along the top. In both cases an A stands for ace. From top to bottom are the hard totals, soft totals, and splittable hands. There are two charts depending on whether the dealer hits or stands on soft 17. Key to table: H Hit S Stand D Double of allowed, otherwise hit Ds Double if allowed, otherwise stand P Split H/P Split if allowed to double... 

Four Deck Blackjack Strategy

To use the basic strategy look up your hand along the left vertical edge and the dealer’s up card along the top. In both cases an A stands for ace. From top to bottom are the hard totals, soft totals, and splittable hands. There are two charts depending on whether the dealer hits or stands on soft 17. Key to table: H Hit S Stand D Double of allowed, otherwise hit Ds Double if allowed, otherwise stand P Split H/P Split if allowed... 

European Blackjack

The following basic strategy table is appropriate for European blackjack, at least the variation I saw played in Berlin and Hamburg. The specific rules are as follows: Six decks (this chart is also accurate for 4 or 8 decks) Dealer stands on soft 17 Player may only double on hard totals of 9-11 Player may double after a split No-peek (player loses total bet, including after doubling or splitting, if dealer has blackjack) The house edge under this rules is 0.62%.To... 

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