There was plenty of hype surrounding Thursday’s NBA Draft Lottery, which could eventually change the history of one of these franchises. It was the Minnesota Timberwolves lucking out with the ping pong ball that gave them the first pick in the upcoming draft. This is a major moment for a team is…
Author: Al Walsh
Philadelphia Flyers vs Montreal Canadiens Game 6 Preview
The one versus eight matchup in the Eastern Conference has been a lot closer and a lot more fun to watch than many expected going in. The top seed Philadelphia Flyers and eight seed Montreal Canadiens are heading into a huge game six on Friday night. Philadelphia holds a 3-2 series lead right now, and will…
No Overwhelming Favorites to Win NBA Title
As the NBA Playoffs begin Monday, it will undoubtedly prompt a wide range of discussions on which team will win the title. For most of the season, it seemed like the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers and Milwaukee Bucks would be only the legitimate options to hoist the Larry O’Brien Trophy. That…
Sports Illustrated Owner Expecting Deal With Sports Betting Company
The world of sports journalism was flipped upside down this year in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Sports Illustrated has been an institution in our lives for years, but the well-known brand had to lay off several employees in recent months. ABG paid $110 million in May 2019 to buy the Sports…
Collin Morikawa Wins PGA Championship in 2nd Career Major
Sunday’s conclusion of the PGA Championship was undoubtedly one to remember. Some of the most successful golfers in the world saw their name atop the leaderboard coming down the stretch. IN the end, one man reigned supreme. At the 16th tee, though, is when 23-year-old Collin Morikawa…
Tiger Woods Uses New Putter to Shoot 2-Under 68 in First Round of PGA Championship
The first major of the year got off to an exciting start on Thursday, as there is no shortage of star power atop the leaderboard. Jason Day and Brendon Todd are tied atop the leaderboard, sitting at 5-under. Some of the world’s best are coming for that spot, though, including Tiger Woods. Thursday…
IGT, Fanduel Ink 4-Year Sports Betting Deal
International Game Technology (IGT) and FanDuel have extended their current deal and taken their partnership to the next level by expanding operations throughout the United States. The two powers have now set themselves up for a long and prosperous future in legalized sports betting. Terms…
New York Still Trying for Mobile Sports Betting
For a while now, we have been told that New York will probably be without legalized mobile sports betting forever. Well, someone had better tell that to New York. Luckily, or unluckily (however you want to look at it), the COVID-19 pandemic has caused the need for more funds at every level. At this…
Massachusetts Believes Sports Betting Income Can Help State
Everyone is feeling it these days when it comes to losing business and very important income that provides for households. Governor Charlie Baker said he “absolutely” believes that legalized sports betting in Massachusetts could bring in plenty of revenue and revitalize an economy that has lost…
No New Positive COVID-19 Tests From NBA Player Bubble
As the National Basketball Association reboot is now a little more than a week away, all of the final preparations are being made to ensure this season reaches a conclusion. So far, the league is off to a great start as no players have tested positive for COVID-19. The reboot will take place in Orlando,…