Covering the Spread: MLB Moneylines for Thursday 8/18/22 and NASCAR at Watkins Glen

UFC 295 will take place at Madison Square Garden, a historic arena that has featured some of the biggest moments in combat sports, and memorable UFC events. While Saturday's card is incredibly interesting for the hardcore MMA fan, the vibes for an MSG fight week don't seem to be there compared to others. Where does UFC 295 rank on paper compared to…

After a thrilling win in the Kentucky Derby, Mage will go for its second leg of the Triple Crown Saturday in the Preakness Stakes. Should we bet Mage to get the job done? Christina Blacker of FanDuel TV joins numberFire's Jim Sannes to preview the Preakness, discussing Mage's outlook, whether there's value in betting Mage, and which horses do…

On top of the NBA playoffs, this weekend is loaded with other sports. Where can we find betting value across the various offerings? numberFire's Austan Kas joins Jim Sannes to give his breakdown of EPL Matchweek 31, outlining bets he likes at FanDuel Sportsbook for both Saturday's and Sunday's matches (2:10). Later, Sannes breaks down moneylines…

With the NBA season winding down, we may have to be more selective with our betting slips. Which bets stand out on Thursday night at FanDuel Sportsbook with this in mind? numberFire's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to break down which NBA bets he's eyeing (2:02) before dissecting a massive slate in the NHL (11:23). Later, Sannes previews the NASCAR…

The second day of the 2023 MLB season gives us just five games but still some intriguing spots for betting. Where can we find the best value at FanDuel Sportsbook? numberFire's Jim Sannes previews the slate, outlining a moneyline, strikeout prop, and home-run prop that he likes (3:23). Later, Sannes digs into the NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series in…

Knowing which sports betting podcasts are worth your time is a good start since these will greatly influence your decisions when it comes to making bets. The question is: "Which are the best sports betting podcasts out there?" It's best to listen to the cream of the crop since they are already trusted. The top sports gambling podcasts are a…

The English Premier League has a six-game slate on Saturday for Matchweek 27. Which bets stand out across FanDuel Sportsbook? numberFire's Austan Kas joins Jim Sannes to preview the slate and outline moneylines and player props he's targeting (2:56). Later, Sannes previews both the NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Series races at Phoenix and details…

Thursday night brings a four-game slate in the NBA with 10 in the NHL. Which bets should we target for each at FanDuel Sportsbook? numberFire's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to lay out his read on the NBA (2:18) plus a full breakdown of the NHL trade deadline thus far and where he's seeing value tonight (7:32). Later, Sannes runs through what his…

Saturday is a loaded sports day with a full slate in the English Premier League along with UFC Fight Night: Andrade vs. Blanchfield. Where can we find value for each at FanDuel Sportsbook? First, Austan Kas joins Jim Sannes to talk the relegation markets and his favorite EPL bets for Saturday's matches (3:43). Later, Austin Swaim hops on to preview…

If you are looking for an action-packed way to consume sports on the weekend, NASCAR may be a great avenue to explore. Far from just driving in circles, some of the world's best compete nearly every weekend from February to November on tracks across America. NASCAR drivers are scored ultimately based on how they finish in the race, how many spots…

Thursday night brings a seven-game slate in the NBA. Which bets should we target within them at FanDuel Sportsbook? numberFire's Austin Swaim joins Jim Sannes to discuss his NBA betting process and his favorite bets of the night (3:55). Later, Swaim digs into his favorite bets for UFC Vegas 68 (14:45), and Sannes outlines what his numbers are…

Tuesday night in the NBA features a matchup with key playoff implications between the New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers. Where can we find betting value in that game and the rest of Tuesday's slate? numberFire's Brandon Gdula joins Jim Sannes to preview that game and discuss other bets he likes at FanDuel Sportsbook (5:16). Later, Gdula…

Wednesday night is a big one with 10 games in the NBA and 5 in the NHL. Where can we find betting value for each at FanDuel Sportsbook? numberFire's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to preview both, outlining NBA props he's targeting, NHL traditional markets, and player props on the NHL side, as well. Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher,…

With seven games in the NBA on Tuesday night, which bets are showing value? numberFire's Brandon Gdula joins Jim Sannes to preview a couple of nationally televised games and dig into his model's favorite bets (4:15). Later, Gdula runs through this week's PGA Tour event at Torrey Pines and lays out his favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook for the…

After a pair of thrilling semifinal games, the Georgia Bulldogs and TCU Horned Frogs are set to battle Monday for the College Football National Championship. How should we bet the game at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins numberFire's Jim Sannes to preview the game, discussing his read on the traditional markets and player…

Week 13 in the NFL is littered with huge games. Where can we find betting value in those games at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins numberFire's Jim Sannes to preview Week 13, discussing his read on the biggest matchups, how he's betting them, and other values he sees across this week. Apple Podcasts, Google…

The College Football Playoff field will be set this week based on results in key conference championship games. How should we bet the week's biggest matchups? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins numberFire's Jim Sannes to discuss what his numbers are saying about the Big 10, Pac 12, and Big 12 conference championships. Feng also dives into…

As the Championship 4 drivers take the green flag on Sunday at Phoenix Raceway, there's a case to be made for each of the drivers in the running for the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series title. For gamblers looking for betting value, though, one contender stands out. First, let's justify a bet on each of them. Chase Elliott. The favorite for most of the…

Week 6 features some huge matchups in the NFL. Can we find value in the early-week betting odds for them? numberFire's Jim Sannes takes a first look at Week 6, outlines where his numbers are seeing value, and discusses whether he's betting it or not (11:43). Before that, Rob Friedman ( @PitchingNinja) previews Tuesday's opening games for the MLB…

If you are looking for an action-packed way to consume sports on the weekend, NASCAR may be a great avenue to explore. Far from just driving in circles, some of the world's best compete nearly every weekend from February to November on tracks across America. NASCAR drivers are scored ultimately based on how they finish in the race, how many spots…

On Thursday, the Utah Jazz traded Donovan Mitchell to the Cleveland Cavaliers for a package of players and picks. What's the Cavs' ceiling with Mitchell in the fold? numberFire's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to discuss his view of the Cavs' standing in the East and their 2022-23 win total. Then, Sannes discusses his favorite moneylines and…

We get Jacob deGrom on the bump tonight for the New York Mets in a big matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Which bets should we lock in for that game? numberFire's Jim Sannes discusses two components of that game in outlining the top moneylines and strikeout props to bet for Wednesday night. Later, Sannes discusses where his numbers are showing…

The parity NASCAR is achieving with the advent of the Next Gen car is reflected in the betting market, as bettors are seeing more evenly dispersed pricing on the oddsboards. Sunday's Coca-Cola 600 exemplifies this trend. Kyle Larson resides at his familiar spot atop the betting board, priced at a consensus+550 odds to take the checkers at Charlotte…

The expectation heading into Sunday's Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 (3 p.m. ET, FOX, PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio) is that thanks to the reconfiguration and repave of Atlanta Motor Speedway, the race will run similarly to those at Daytona and Talladega. With increased banking and a narrowed layout, plus the addition of tapered spacers to the engines,…

With a 28-point cushion from the second- and third-place drivers - and a path of little resistance to the Championship 4 - Kyle Larson heads into the 2021 Cup Series Playoffs as the clear betting favorite to claim the title. But with Larson priced at less than 3/1 odds at all three of NASCAR's official betting partners, many gamblers will be…