You can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but when you’ve been around the block as much as Joe Biden, odds are you already know most — if not all — of the tricks the rest of the pack might pull. When Biden steps on the debate stage this evening on the second night of … Read more
Good news for sports betting and liquor companies. Pretty soon they’ll be spending advertising dollars in a highly sought-after industry. As the legalization of sports betting has created more opportunities for revenue growth for specific states, professional sports leagues are recognizing its potential to increase profits through strategic partnerships with the sports gambling industry and … Read more
With a program built like a brick house, Vanderbilt won Game 3 of the 2019 College World Series, winning their second title since 2014. Game 3 ended with an 8-2 victory for Vanderbilt, who dominated college baseball throughout the 2019 season, going 59-12 with the help of their 13 MLB draft picks. The clock struck … Read more
Fourth of July fireworks are just around the corner, but oddsmakers are betting that sparks will fly during the first Democratic debate over the next two nights. Prop bets have been posted by online sportsbooks for the first 2020 Democratic primary debate being held tonight and tomorrow night at 9.p.m. ET in Miami, FL. And … Read more
Despite Republicans controlling the Texas Legislature, one Democrat’s proposal could eventually prevail with the backing of key lobbying groups. In February 2019, State Rep. Eddie Lucio III, D-Brownsville filed two bills: HB 1275, the regulation of sports betting, and HJR 61, a constitutional amendment authorizing legislation to legalize sports betting. If the House bill can … Read more
The sports betting industry has made a lot of progress in the United States following the year since the Supreme Court decision, and now, broadcasters are looking to get your television screen in on the action. Sinclair Broad Group, the nation’s leading broadcaster, has its sights on entering the sports betting market as states continue … Read more
The 2019 WNBA season tipped off only a month ago, and despite a slow start, the Las Vegas Aces remain the favorites to win the championship. Picked as this season’s favorites at the beginning of the year at +250 (or a 28.57% chance to win), the Aces are now listed at +240 (29.41%) and sit … Read more
Summer may have finally arrived, but which sports betting bills will beat the legislative heat and become law? Arkansas is just one week away from launching land-based, state-regulated sports betting. Oaklawn Racing Casino & Resort plans to accept the state’s first-ever sports wager on July 1. But what’s the hold up in Illinois? The legislature … Read more
North Carolina has three sports betting bills on the table now. After introducing an NC bill to create a Sports Betting Regulatory Commission, legislators have submitted another sports gambling bill. House Bill 302, introduced to the 2019 session on March 7th, proposes allowing sports wagering to be conducted on tribal lands. If passed, this bill … Read more
With the pro leagues continuously murmuring about ‘integrity’ fees, are team owners held to high enough standards concerning betting? New Jersey rolled out their sports betting initiatives with a white glove approach, carefully and systematically. New relevant legislation does imply an interest in spreading their wings a bit more within the market. At this … Read more
Massachuttess is the most populated state in New England. Therefore lawmakers are looking to set a standard when it comes to legalized sports betting. There is currently a hand full of state bills that are in committee that if passed, would legalize domestic sports betting in the state of Massachuttes. The problem seems to be … Read more
LD 553 receives its final blessing to become a ME law. Maine’s legislative bill regarding sports gambling has received tremendous support and the final signature needed to bring domestic sports betting to the state. Representatives of Maine’s brick and mortar gaming venues wholly supported LD 553, and there was little to no formal opposition of … Read more