The Army Black Knights topped the Navy Midshipmen Saturday in the annual Army-Navy Game, 20-17. The 123rd edition of “America’s Game” was decided in double overtime after an Army field goal with 1:53 left in the fourth quarter tied the game. Back and Forth Four Quarters As has been the …
Read More »Dolphins Set to Face off Against Ravens
The Miami Dolphins travel to Baltimore to take on the Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday. The Dolphins are coming off an impressive victory over the New England Patriots, with their defense being a shining light during the game. The Ravens are coming off a 24-9 win over the …
Read More »Wise Guys: Sports Betting and the Mafia
The Sicilian-American Mafia is known by many names. The mob. Good fellas. Wise guys. Ace pickers in sports betting also go by many names. Sharps. Professional handicappers. Wise guys. This shared pseudonym is more than just a coincidence. The Mafia has had its black hand in the pot since the …
Read More »Spring Training In Jeopardy as MLB Lockout Continues
As baseball season approaches and the MLB lockout officially hit two months, there is definitely concern over whether spring training will start on time. Spring training is expected to begin on Feb. 16, with the first Grapefruit and Cactus Leagues set to start ten days later. Opening Day is set …
Read More »2021 Belmont Stakes Takes Place This Weekend
The 2021 Belmont Stakes are taking place this Saturday in Elmont, New York, with an unusually small field. There will be only eight horses racing, including Essential Quality, Rombauer, Hot Rod Charlie, Rock Your World, Known Agenda, Bourbonic, Overtook, and France Go de Ina. Let’s talk about the odds and …
Read More »FEATURE: The boom of sports betting
Ah, sports. The intensity. The pageantry. The emotion. The money. Yes, the sports industry is first and foremost a business. Common fans forget this simple fact when their favorite player is traded, or their favorite team relocates cities. At the end of the day, sports are a business. While the …
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