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The Best American Sports-Themed Slot Games

Online gambling is becoming more and more popular across the globe – and especially in the US after it has started becoming legalised in more and more states. This means that more people than ever have the opportunity to enjoy casino games and online sports betting on their favourite sports teams.

However, some of the best online casinos found at Good Luck Mate have combined the two. The very top casinos have decided to combine our love of casino games with our love of the American sports culture and there have been some incredible sports-themed games that have attracted lots of attention from across the globe – not just in the US.

Online slot games are a pretty obvious choice for sports betting fans – since they can now give you the chance to play games with your favourite teams and favourite players… and you can win some pretty decent money whilst you’re at it.

Whether you’re a fan of American Football, Baseball, Basketball or even fishing, the best slot games come in all different shapes and sizes. What’s more, they are all very easy to play – and you can sometimes even try them out for free first. 

So, without further ado, let’s take a look at some of the most popular and best sports themed casino games so that you can get spinning and winning in the company of your very best teams! 

No 1: Football Glory

First on our list, we have Football Glory, which was developed by Yggdrasil Gaming. The name, however, may be a bit confusing for American players. Because this is actually a European slot game developer, football in this instance refers to soccer – a fast-growing sport in the US.

Yggdrasil is arguably one of the very best online slot developers in the world and this is very obvious when you open the game. It is played over a 5×4 grid and offers 25 fixed paylines. It is a medium variance game and has a maximum win of 4,000 times your stake. The RTP is pretty good as well – which is another sign that this one is definitely a match winner.

Rocky

As the name suggests, this game is based on the hugely popular boxing film, Rocky… so a movie/boxing themed slot game! The game was created by Playtech and offers some cracking winning potential over its 25 paylines.

If you love the film, you love boxing and you love slot games, then this is one that could certainly have the potential to throw a knockout punch!

Scudamore’s Super Stakes

Let’s giddy on up to the races – with Scudamore’s Super Stakes by NetEnt, based on horse racing. This game offers NetEnt’s famously fabulous graphics and offers a superb gaming experience as you race a virtual race for the prize purse. What’s more, the payouts are pretty generous too, with wins of up to 5,000x your stake possible over the 10 fixed paylines.

Frankie Dettori’s Magic Seven Jackpot.

Another horse racing game is Frankie Dettori’s Magic Seven Jackpot, based around the legendary jockey who has forever been immortalised in this superb NetEnt slot game. Not only does it have a high RTP, but it is also a high volatility game that offers some very tantalising rewards and wins. 

If you make it past the finishing line first then you could win up to 2,000x your stake, which is definitely worth saddling up for!

Football Studio

Here we have another soccer game  but it is very different from the other games on this list as it isn’t actually a slot game. This live casino game, by Evolution Gaming, emulates a real football game. You choose whether you think the home team or the away team will win before every round or whether you think it will be a draw. This is as good as it gets when it comes to sports themed casino games – as it brings the real soccer atmosphere right to your screen.

All You Need to Know About This NFL Season

This year’s much-awaited NFL is going to be the 103rd season, and it is full of thrilling surprises. The excitement will begin right before the game with the NFL Kickoff Concert at the NFL Kickoff Experience. It will be presented by Verizon at Alamitos Beach, California on September 8, 2022. 

The kick-off game is set to begin on the same date, with the defending champion Los Angeles Rams hosting Buffalo. Football fans can make the most of this sporting event until it ends on January 8, 2023 – an important date to remember so you have time to find the best online sports bookie.  Meanwhile, the breathtaking play-offs will commence on January 14, 2023. It will then conclude with Super Bowl LVII, the league’s championship game, on February 12 at State Farm Stadium in Arizona.

Athlete Movement

The trading period of the NFL league 2022 began on March 16. After two days, teams were permitted to give qualifying offers to their pending restricted free agents. They also provided a Minimum Salary Tender to keep exclusive free agent credit. On March 16, clubs were given the green light to contact and start negotiations with athletes whose contracts had ended and thus, has become unrestricted free agents.

Schedules and Win Total

In the previous year, just three out of 10 teams with the hardest schedule went over the projected win total. Similarly, three out of the ten teams with the easiest schedule went under the projected win total. In this scenario, analysts consider it relatively normal to go beyond and overachieve against a cruel schedule to meet expectations.

From a Betting Perspective

The rare difference matters a lot—this 2022, 93 out of 272 games will be played with one team having a rest drawback. That is up from 85 games in the previous season, which represents 34 percent of the league schedule. However, it is a big disappointment that this year’s NFL season is making plays less equitable by putting in more games with rest difference.  The upside is that from a betting point of view, being aware of these edges offers a big chance of winning.

The teams that have the biggest edge in net rest advantage are Lions, The Bills, the Buccaneers, the Cowboys, and the Broncos. On the other hand, the teams with the biggest shortcoming are the Patriots, Saints, The Packers, Jets, and Texans.

There is a disparity between the difficulty of scheduling game timings and the strength of the schedule. The former is measured by when you play the opponents, and the league has complete control over it. Meanwhile, the latter is measured by who you play. So, it pays to know the tricks to make the right betting decision. 

The National Football League Grid is officially live, and that means the betting heat is now on. So, you’d better print or save your copy to see all the edges as soon as possible. Of course, take your time exploring the list of top sports betting sites for NFL. After all, it takes guts, patience, and knowledge to win some bucks in football betting.

Ranking Running Backs for Your Fantasy League

From time to time we like to feature fresh voices and strong content.  With permission of the author, please enjoy Inhale Sports original article here | By: Kyle Radimer

The fantasy football season is readily approaching! Inhale Sports will be updating consistently up to your draft with rankings and major news around the league. Be sure to follow the Inhale Fantasy Football Instagram account if you don’t want to miss an article.

How Our Rankings Work

Up next are the running back rankings for the upcoming fantasy season. These rankings go by a traditional 12-team, PPR (points per reception) league setting. As described in the quarterback rankings article, these rankings will employ a floor and ceiling prediction along with a traditional numerical ranking. This will reveal which players are more risky and which are safer with a higher floor. This provides some extra information to determine who to select when you’re on the clock. For more information on how the floor and ceiling predictions work, head over to our quarterback rankings in the fantasy category of our site.

There may also be asterisks next to certain players’ names that mean there are factors which may impact their production, namely injury and suspension. When these asterisks appear on this ranking and future rankings, I will explain why they are there. They may impact where the player falls in the ranking.

How Running Back Rankings Differ From Other Positions

Unlike the quarterback rankings, not all the running backs on this list will be firmly at the top of their team’s depth chart. Many will be in a committee, or simply be a backup to a clear-cut starter. It is because of this that even more information than floor and ceiling predictions is necessary. This ranking will employ a new symbol next to a player’s name, a carrot “^”. The carrot means that the player has potential upside if another running back on the depth chart were to go down with an injury.

Running backs incur the most injuries among any position in football, so this denomination is necessary to understand why the backs fall where they do. Players can get multiple carrots depending on how much upside they have if running backs above them go down. As a general rule, you can attribute one carrot to being about a rise in 12 running back spots for both the floor and the ceiling of a particular player. For example, A.J. Dillon has a ceiling of mid RB2 and a floor of high RB3 with one carrot. If Aaron Jones were to go down, I would expect Dillon to vault into a territory with around a mid RB1 ceiling and a high RB2 floor.

It is also important to note that upside from injuries taking place to the other running backs does not factor into the floor and ceiling predictions. Those predictions come solely from how I expect players to perform with all running backs healthy on their depth charts. Now, we’re on to the rankings.

Running Back Rankings

  1. Jonathan Taylor | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: HRB1
  2. Christian McCaffrey | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: HRB1
  3. Austin Ekeler | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: MRB1
  4. Derrick Henry | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: MRB1
  5. Najee Harris | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: MRB1
  6. Dalvin Cook | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: MRB1
  7. Joe Mixon | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: LRB1
  8. D’Andre Swift | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: LRB1
  9. Leonard Fournette | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: HRB2
  10. Aaron Jones | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: HRB2
  11. Saquon Barkley | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: HRB2
  12. James Conner | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: HRB2
  13. Ezekiel Elliott | Ceiling: MRB1 | Floor: HRB2
  14. Nick Chubb | Ceiling: MRB1 | Floor: MRB2
  15. Alvin Kamara* | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: LRB1
  16. Javonte Williams | Ceiling: LRB1 | Floor: MRB2^
  17. Breece Hall | Ceiling: HRB1 | Floor: LRB2
  18. David Montgomery | Ceiling: LRB1 | Floor: MRB2
  19. Travis Etienne | Ceiling: MRB1 | Floor: LRB2
  20. Josh Jacobs | Ceiling: LRB1 | Floor: MRB2
  21. Cam Akers | Ceiling: LRB1 | Floor: LRB2
  22. Miles Sanders | Ceiling: LRB1 | Floor: HRB3
  23. Elijah Mitchell | Ceiling: LRB1 | Floor: HRB3
  24. J.K. Dobbins | Ceiling: LRB1 | Floor: HRB3
  25. Antonio Gibson | Ceiling: LRB1 | Floor: HRB3
  26. A.J. Dillon | Ceiling: MRB2 | Floor: HRB3^
  27. Tony Pollard | Ceiling: MRB2 | Floor: HRB3^
  28. Kareem Hunt | Ceiling: MRB2 | Floor: MRB3^
  29. Rashaad Penny | Ceiling: HRB2 | Floor: LRB3
  30. Chase Edmonds | Ceiling: HRB2 | Floor: LRB3
  31. Melvin Gordon | Ceiling: LRB2 | Floor: MRB3^
  32. Cordarrelle Patterson | Ceiling: MRB2 | Floor: LRB3
  33. Clyde Edwards-Helaire | Ceiling: MRB2 | Floor: HRB4^
  34. James Cook | Ceiling: LRB2 | Floor: LRB3^
  35. Damien Harris | Ceiling: MRB2 | Floor: LRB3
  36. Devin Singletary | Ceiling: MRB2 | Floor: LRB3
  37. Rhamondre Stevenson | Ceiling: LRB2 | Floor: HRB4
  38. Kenneth Walker III | Ceiling: HRB3 | Floor: LRB4^
  39. Ronald Jones | Ceiling: HRB3 | Floor: LRB4^
  40. Tyler Allgeier | Ceiling: HRB3 | Floor: HRB4^
  41. Dameon Pierce | Ceiling: MRB3 | Floor: LRB4^
  42. Alexander Mattison | Ceiling: LRB3 | Floor: MRB5^^^
  43. Darrell Henderson | Ceiling: HRB3 | Floor: HRB5^^
  44. Gus Edwards* | Ceiling: HRB3 | Floor: MRB4^
  45. Jamaal Williams | Ceiling: MRB3 | Floor: HRB4^
  46. Michael Carter | Ceiling: HRB3 | Floor: LRB4^
  47. Isaiah Spiller | Ceiling: LRB3 | Floor: LRB4^^
  48. Nyheim Hines | Ceiling: HRB3 | Floor: LRB4
  49. J.D. McKissic | Ceiling: MRB3 | Floor: MRB4
  50. James Robinson* | Ceiling: HRB3 | Floor: LRB4^
  51. Kenyan Drake | Ceiling: LRB3 | Floor: LRB4^
  52. Chuba Hubbard | Ceiling: MRB4 | Floor: LRB5^^
  53. Kenneth Gainwell | Ceiling: MRB3 | Floor: HRB5
  54. Mark Ingram* | Ceiling: HRB4 | Floor: LRB5^
  55. Rachaad White | Ceiling: HRB4 | Floor: MRB5^
  56. Khalil Herbert | Ceiling: HRB4 | Floor: LRB5^
  57. Marlon Mack | Ceiling: HRB4 | Floor: MRB5^
  58. Sony Michel | Ceiling: LRB3 | Floor: LRB5^
  59. Raheem Mostert | Ceiling: LRB3 | Floor: LRB5^
  60. Chris Evans | Ceiling: HRB4 | Floor: LRB5^

The Top Backs

Jonathan Taylor and Christian McCaffrey are easily my 1 and 2 picks overall. Both will have elite per game production assuming they can stay healthy, as evidenced by their past fantasy success. The  next four running backs (Ekeler, Henry, Harris, Cook) are also elite options. Any one of these backs can be ranked above each other in my opinion. These four have slight question marks about their workloads, but all signs point to them still producing high weekly point totals. I would love to pick up Mixon or Swift late in round 1. Both have the potential to be truly elite running backs, with safe RB1 floors. Mixon was amazing last year and Swift was as well before his injury. They could both easily push their way into the elite RB1 conversation again this season.

Any of my 9-12 backs have a shot to be an elite RB1 on the season, and I particularly like Barkley and Conner among that group thanks to their high ceilings with rather low prices attached to them. If you can grab either late in the second or early in the third, that would be great value.

Other High-End Options

Ezekiel Elliott is a great middle ground if you miss out on the top 12 and he falls into the third round. He has been an elite fantasy producer since he entered the league, having ranked as a top 10 RB every single year besides 2017, when he only played in ten games and finished as the RB13. Though I like Tony Pollard as well, do not be mistaken into thinking Zeke isn’t the clear top back on this depth chart. He has one of the safest floors you can find in a running back and is great value here.

Kamara is the first RB with an asterisk because he is likely getting a six game suspension for a February arrest. He is an elite RB1 when healthy, however, so if you feel like you can get by six games without him and compete, he’s worth the pickup. That likely should not happen before round three. Otherwise, one of your elite picks is going to be out for a decent early stretch of the year. Ideally, I would set myself up with a good RB-WR combo before taking Kamara, but if that happens he can be a great pick.

Breece Hall is another running back I really like going into the year. Rookie running backs have an extremely good track record, and with him being the only clear-cut starter among the backs selected in the latest NFL Draft, I’m more than willing to take the risk on him producing. I think he has elite potential in his rookie season.

The RB2 Tier

Running backs 18-25 in my rankings all have concerns of some sort, but are also all proven fantasy producers. This is a range that I’m not a huge fan of, but these are the last of the clear-cut starters in the league, so it is an important range to find value in. Montgomery and Sanders are my favorite picks from this section, but any one of these backs could pan out well. Although, Mitchell, Dobbins, Jacobs, and Gibson particularly concern me. While all have had success in the past, they have significant committee concerns, but have to be drafted as though they are the starters.

Dillon, Pollard, and Hunt are all FLEX worthy backups with loads of upside if their starters go down. That is great RB3 value, even if they are second on a depth chart. Penny and Edmonds are the presumed starters on their teams, and both offer good upside. However, they come with pretty hefty risk because they could lose their starting jobs at any point throughout the year.

Melvin Gordon is one of my favorite sleeper picks at the moment. Gordon played in 16 games while Javonte Williams played in 17. Minus the one game he missed, Gordon outscored Javonte Williams in fantasy points. While I do expect Williams to take a bit of a larger workload this year, the offense has improved and Gordon should still easily offer FLEX numbers, so he is a great RB3 pick. Plus, if Williams were to go down, Gordon would immediately vault into borderline RB1 territory in a potent Broncos offense.

The RB3 Tier

I am also not a huge fan of the 32-43 range. There isn’t much value to be had with many of these running backs. They are high risk with only moderate reward, barring injury to a starter. Still, there is value to be had and you may feel the need to take a running back in this tier.

The backs I would go for are Cook, Singletary, Stevenson, and Allgeier. Cook will likely be the pass-catching back to Singletary being the downhill runner. I think both will be fantasy relevant. Stevenson should take a sophomore leap, and I wouldn’t be surprised if he overtakes Damien Harris at some point this year. Allgeier is more of an upside pick. He will provide value if he overtakes Cordarrelle Patterson as the primary back in Atlanta, which is entirely possible. Patterson was a terrible runner down the stretch, averaging just 2.7 yards per carry over the final 5 weeks of the season on 47 carries. He had a career year in his age 31 season, and his production should only decline from here.

The RB4 Tier

I love running backs 44-51. These are mostly backups who have the potential to produce solid RB3 value with potential for even more if their starters were hurt. You can’t go too wrong in this zone, but Jamaal Williams and Gus Edwards are definitely my favorite picks.

The Lions have not employed Williams as a backup, but rather in a tandem with D’Andre Swift. In the games he played last year, Williams averaged a healthy 9.1 points per game. That places him on borderline RB3 territory for the price of a boarderline RB4, with higher potential if Swift gets injured.

Gus Edwards is still working himself back from an ACL injury that he sustained before the season last year. He is currently questionable for week 1, but that doesn’t matter much anyways. You can easily pick him up as an RB4, so hopefully you wouldn’t have to play him for the first few weeks of the season. Dobbins was the Ravens’ top running back starting from their week 7 bye in 2020. Edwards produced very well over that time, scoring 8+ points in 8 out of 10 games during that span. He averaged 10 points per game and was the RB20 over that time period. It is reasonable to expect he has that same role upon his return, and should put up borderline RB3 numbers at minimum. He may be my favorite late-round RB, and his ADP might fall even further thanks to his injury.

The RB5 Tier

James Robinson is also important to touch on because of his injury status. He sustained a torn achilles last season and is still working his way back. This is a notoriously detrimental injury for running backs and the same one Cam Akers is working back from. However, news recently came out that Robinson was not placed on the PUP list, which is a very positive sign for his week 1 status. If he’s active, he could put up RB3 numbers in a tandem with Travis Etienne.

Mark Ingram also has an asterisk due to Kamara’s likely suspension. It is possible that Ingram provides FLEX value with Kamara out, though I think RB3 value is much more likely. It is also possible the Saints sign or trade for another running back to fulfill the top RB spot while Kamara is out, making Ingram a meaningless fantasy pickup. Regardless, he should only be relevant while Kamara is out, so he’s a fine upside pick for the time Kamara is suspended.

The rest of the running back rankings are basically dart throws. Michel or Mostert could carve out a role without an injury in Miami’s offense, but it is difficult to predict which they will favor. My best bet is Michel since he has successfully handled a large workload in the past. I see Edmonds as the pass-catching back in this offense and one of these two putting up borderline RB3 numbers. Chuba Hubbard is a fine pickup because he is McCaffrey’s backup and will be great if McCaffrey goes down. While both are playing though, Hubbard will be irrelevant so he is nothing more than a handcuff. The other running backs from 53-on are backups with limited potential even if a starter goes down.

Final Note

Running back is the toughest position to sort out in fantasy. There are few quality ones that you can plug in as weekly starters. And on top of that, injuries hit at every point in the season. The strategy I would employ is first, get two running backs you feel confident in, hopefully before the FLEX tier. Then get one safe producer, likely in the 44-51 range, and two upside picks at any other points in the draft. This will give you enough security to get you through a bust or injuries, and enough risk that hopefully you get a running back that can start if one of your top two go down.

Hopefully these running back rankings give you a good feeling about the fantasy offseason. This likely won’t be my final ranking before the season as news comes out about these offenses and injuries take place. Expect another ranking to come out closer to the season as training camps wrap up. If you have any questions or would like more information on any rankings, feel free to leave a comment on the Inhale Fantasy Football Instagram account and we will get back soon after.

For more fantasy football articles and positional rankings, head to the “fantasy” category on our site here.

Greyhound Racing: What To Know Before Betting 

In Australia, greyhound racing is a multi-million industry, especially in Victoria and New South Wales. In NSW alone, the Greyhound Racing Association has reported revenues reaching AUD$ 2.47 billion as of 2021, representing a 38.6% hike from AUD$ 1.78 billion reported a year before. 

Almost four years ago, Greyhound Racing NSW launched the Million Dollar Chase—a high-stakes race that sees the winner taking AUD$ 1 million. This year’s final competition is slated for September at Wentworth Park, but a series of races are being conducted to determine the final qualifiers. Other greyhound racing actions are heating the racetracks elsewhere in the country. 

If you’ve yet to participate in the action, it’s vital to exercise due diligence by gathering as much information as possible. Check out Punters greyhound tips and similar sites to build your knowledge. Additionally, you can boost your chances by reading this article. 

 

1. Check the greyhound’s performance history 

 

As with other race types, choosing the competition winner is challenging. You can boost your betting skills by scanning online and offline sources about your bets. Check for essential information such as age, racing history and performances during the most recent competitions, to name a few. Doing so can provide ample information about how the runner might perform for the upcoming event.   

Additionally, consider the dogs’ performances in all traps. Some greyhounds may perform in traps familiar to them. Typically, dogs consistently placed among the top finishers in previous greyhound races where different traps were used have better chances of winning.         

 

2. Study your greyhound bets on video 

 

Complement your analysis with video replays of a runner’s performance in previous competitions. Observe their racing form, especially during the first few seconds and until the runner approaches the finish line. Check out this video https://www.youtube.com/c/PuntersAustralia for racing reviews and tips.

Besides looking at performance and form, check your bet’s speed, stamina and breed, as these can be good indicators of a canine’s potential. For instance, a runner whose parents have a history of good performance on the track may inherit their ability.

 

3. Greyhounds have different running styles

 

Runners have different racing styles. Some burst into speed during the first few seconds of the competition, only to tire out in the middle of the race. Without enough stamina, this type of runner may not be able to finish the race on time. 

Conversely, some dogs can sprint in the middle of the competition or start slow then burst into the finish line at the final stages. This may impact their predictability on the racetrack. Ideally, your best choice should be one with speed and enough stamina to win the greyhound race, which isn’t much different when choosing a bet on horse racing events.

 

4. Form cards contain valuable information 

 

Take time to read the form card, which contains relevant information to help choose the potential winner for the greyhound race. This valuable betting tool is often available to punters on the racetrack during the event. If betting online, you can access its electronic version before the competition. On it, you’ll find the odds, race number, schedule, and the segment for each runner, alongside trap assignments. Participants’ details include their parents, gender, owner and trainer. A dog’s statistical performance, including the number of competitions won and recent race placements, may also be included.   

 

5. The favourite isn’t always slated to win  

 

In greyhound racing, it’s estimated that favourites win about 30% of the time. If you’re betting for fun, your safest bet may be the popular choice. However, there’s also a 70% chance that you’ll lose, so the crowd favourite may not be able to provide the best value for your bet.     

As a beginner, you can diversify your wager and increase your odds by choosing the win and place option. Under this wager type, you’ll collect prize money if your bet gets the top spot or places on the first three spots. The downside is that you need to pay higher, as you’re paying for two chances. 

 

6. Greyhound race bets aren’t too different from horse races 

 

If you’ve bet on horse racing before, you’ll find that most wager types for greyhound racing follow the same format. Besides the win and place bet mentioned above, you can also pick ‘win’ if you’re confident that your bet will lead the race. Choosing the ‘place’ wager means you’ll collect winnings if your dog places first, second, or third. These straightforward bets are recommended for beginners.   

Other pricier wager types include trifecta, quinella and exacta and are generally reserved for more experienced punters.     

Conclusion 

Like all types of sports betting, picking the winner in greyhound racing is challenging, especially if you don’t have the necessary information. To hone your betting skills, take in as much information as possible before placing your bets. If you’ve never placed a wager before, stick to small bets until you become confident with your choices.      

References

  1. Greyhound Racing NSW. Undated. GRNSW 2020-21 Annual Report. https://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/tp/files/80747/2020-21%20Annual%20Report%20of%20Greyhound%20Racing%20NSW.pdf. Accessed 14 July 2022. 
  2. Bet and Beat. Undated. Greyhound Racing Betting. www.betandbeat.com.    https://betandbeat.com/betting/greyhound-racing/#in-play-betting. Accessed 14 July 2022
  3. Ante up magazine. 10 September 2021. Best Bets: How To Make a winning Bet For Greyhound Racing.www.anteupmgazine.com. https://anteupmagazine.com/2021/09/10/best-bets-how-to-make-a-winning-bet-for-greyhound-racing/. Accessed 14 July 2022. 
  4. Wentworth Park.Undated. A Guide to Betting on Greyhounds. http://wentworthpark.com.au/racing/how-to-bet-on-greyhounds. Accessed 14 July 2022

 

 

 

 

 

Exploring the History of the Baseball Team – Boston Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox has a rich history that dates back to the very beginning of baseball in the United States. They are one of the oldest clubs in Major League Baseball. Their first season took place in 1901 and it was managed by starter Cy Young, who is famous for being the namesake of the Cy Young Award, which is presented annually to the player who demonstrates the greatest improvement as a pitcher. The Boston Americans (who would later become the Red Sox in 1907) finished in second place in their inaugural season. The next year, they would go on to win the World Series for the first time.

Boston Red Sox has developed into a good team throughout the years, therefore, if you would like to support the team or any other baseball team, you can visit these nfl betting sites and have the potential chance to profit. Within these online platforms, you can wager on multiple selections and as a result of that, you can have numerous ways of making sums and increasing your bankroll.

Prior to the opening of Fenway Park in 1912, the club played their games at a field located on Huntington Avenue. Many people visit Fenway simply for the experience of being at what is considered by many to be the stereotypical baseball park in the United States. The Red Sox was the driving force behind the construction of Fenway Park, which was carried out in the Fenway neighbourhood of Boston on land that belonged to Red Sox owner John Taylor.

The significance of Babe Ruth’s joining with the Boston Red Sox in 1914 is well known among residents of Boston and baseball enthusiasts in general. Babe Ruth’s birth name was George Herman Ruth. The baseball hero was 6 feet and 2 inches tall and led the Boston Red Sox to three triumphs in the World Series before being sold to the New York Yankees in 1920 for the sum of $100,000, which is equivalent to nearly $1.3 million today.

Due to the trade involving Babe Ruth, Boston was plagued by the so-called “Curse of the Bambino” for many years. After the club concluded the 1933 season with 111 defeats, a record that still stands today for the worst season ever, Tom Yawkey bought the franchise. He built a formidable team by including players with illustrious careers, including Ted Williams, Jimmie Foxx, Bobby Doerr, and Johnny Pesky. The right field foul pole at Fenway Park is known as the “Pesky Pole” in honour of the late right fielder Ted Williams, who died away in 2012. Williams was widely regarded as the best hitter in the history of baseball. Williams passed away in 2012.

Despite the fact that Red Sox supporters placed a great deal of faith in these legends, the team was never quite able to transform their potential into a World Series victory. Even though they had great finishes in several years over the following two decades, it felt like they were constantly coming in second or third. Even though they reached the World Series in 1986, they were ultimately unsuccessful because of a chain of unfortunate occurrences that included Bill Buckner’s memorable mistake.

2022/23 AFC East Division Odds; Patriots are long-shots to win

The 2022/23 NFL season is fast approaching, with preseason starting in a matter of weeks. As teams solidify their preseason rosters and players get back into NFL-ready shape, sports bettors around the country are also getting in their early reps, but in a slightly different way.

In anticipation of the upcoming NFL season, we’ll be taking a look at the early odds for the AFC East Division and breaking down each team’s chances of claiming the title.

The Buffalo Bills are heavy favorites to win the division, with DraftKings Sportsbook offering odds at -225 for them to win the division, followed by the Miami Dolphins (+450), Patriots (+500), and the Jets (+2200). If you want to place a wager on the AFC East Division you can find a selection of the best legal sports betting sites on UnitedGamblers.

Without further ado, let’s jump into each team’s chances of winning the AFC East this year. 

1. Buffalo Bills (-225)

The Bills aren’t just favorites to win the AFC East, they’re also currently favored to win the Super Bowl this year. Led by superstar QB Josh Allen, who also happens to be the frontrunner for this year’s MVP award, the Bills have an absolutely stacked team talent-wise on both ends of the football. The Bills made a move this offseason for future hall of fame linebacker Von Miller who is sure to help Buffalo’s pass rush. Heading into this year’s draft the Bills had one hole to fill at cornerback, which was promptly handled with the first-round pick of Florida’s Kaiir Elam.

Building your own fantasy team?  Check out this MUST READ article by Kyle Radimer of Inhale Sports – Quarterback Rankings 2022 Fantasy Football

This year’s Buffalo Bills look stronger than ever and therefore make them a no-brainer to take the AFC East title this year.

2. Miami Dolphins (+450)

The Dolphins were busy this offseason, acquiring some hyper-talented players and new coaches to help Tua Tagovailoa push this team to a hopeful division title. With a new head coach, Mike McDaniel, and a string of fresh talent, Miami is looking like a renewed version of its former self. Chase Edmonds, Sony Michel, and Raheem Mostert make up a fresh new set of RBs for the Dolphins, however, the most notable pickup during the offseason was for superstar receiver Tyreek Hill.

The speed and strength between these players alone will make for some exciting football to watch, and if everyone stays happy and healthy down in South Beach, a division title upset isn’t out of the realm of possibility.

3. New England Patriots (+500)

After going a very respectable 10-7 last season, we were a bit surprised to see the Dolphins (9-8 last season) being favored over the Patriots by the oddsmakers (for perspective, the AFC Champion Bills finished last season at 11-6). The Patriots’ main strength as a team is in their elite-level coaching staff, led by NFL legend Bill Belichick. Which is both a good and bad problem to have. The lack of an offensive talisman and go-to weapon may stunt their chances as a team, especially considering Mac Jones has only proved himself as a good, not great, QB in his first season. Patriots fans are hoping that Jones will have worked on his arm strength during the offseason so the Patriots can attack teams in the air as well, and don’t have to just rely on running teams into the ground and defending their way to victory.

4. New York Jets (+2200)

 

The Jets are looking to have their first winning season since 2015. However, after rookie QB Zach Wilson’s atrocious inaugural season in the NFL, that could be a tall order to fulfill if he performs the same way he did last season. Wilson, who was the second-overall pick in last year’s draft, put up some truly disappointing numbers over the course of last season, throwing just 9 touchdown passes compared to 13 interceptions (averaging 1 interception per start) with a 28.2 QBR. However, the Jets did bolster their roster this offseason with the addition of talented offensive players like C.J. Uzomah and using the 10th overall pick on receiver Garrett Wilson. With more offensive tools at Wilson’s disposal, the Jets are hoping his sophomore year will turn out much differently than his rookie year. 

In terms of winning the AFC East, I wouldn’t hold your breath, Jets fans. 

 

 

 

Running and Weight Loss

Are you looking to feel good and live a healthy lifestyle? Well, you can because you’re worth more than what the numbers on the scale are indicating.

Eat nutrient-dense food.

Regardless of the number of times your run, you’ll want your diet to remain the same: go for colorful, nutrient-dense, and healthy food the majority of times (around 90% of your diet). 

If you plan to shred weight, your plate should be half-filled with veggies. One quarter to be carbs and the other quarter of the plate filled with lean protein. Particularly when running, your body requires nutrients to repair bone and damaged tissues and prevent inflammation. Prevent inflammation caused by strains with Orthofeet Shoes. The body also requires fuel in form of carbohydrates to run.

Note that fiber and protein digest slowly and assist to occupy your stomach for long making you feel filled. Therefore, consume foods that have both beans, yogurt, quinoa, nuts, and lean meats. 

If you’re uncertain about how much you should consume, consult with a sports dietitian to assist formulate a program that works specifically for you.

Aim for a 300-calorie deficit.

According to Stephens, you should reduce your calorie intake by around 300 calories if you’re running to shred weight. Then notice how you’re feeling. Among the difficult parts about running to shred weight is being able to power your body so that it can push and repair itself.  

So, you don’t want to decrease your calorie intake too much or else risk poor performance, lethargy, and injury. If your body is feeling good with this calorie shortage, you can rise to 500 but don’t exceed from there, says Stephens.

Go for small cuts such as less salad dressing on greens, a small snack, or a tablespoon of oil with veggies. 

run for weight loss

Don’t diet.

Note the following run for weight loss pointers for future

As the adage says, “diets don’t work.” And they particularly don’t do the trick if you’re running. 

According to Stephens, diets have a tendency of leaving individuals more hopeless, angry, and frustrated.

This encompasses the presently popular alternating keto diets and fasting trend.

Keto isn’t of use to runners since fats take an extended duration to disintegrate for energy, which implies that you’ll need to run very slowly for that to occur. Keto=no PRs.

Irregular fasting makes it difficult to replenish muscle-building protein and glycogen. IF= poor recuperation and short runs.

Paleo promotes balanced consumption of veggies, lean proteins, and healthy carbs to help the exercise.  Therefore, if you are to commit to a particular diet plan, you should consider paleo. 

All in all, just keep what you consume SIMPLE. According to Stephens: Don’t think about ‘dieting’ and focus your mind on nutrient-dense foods such as veggies, fresh fruits, healthy starches, and lean proteins.

Create a routine.

Just the way you tailor-make your children’s meal plan, formulating one for yourself is also essential. According to Stephens, the best outcomes in running to shred weight come about from persons who eat on a routine.

That suggests that Wednesday is the same as Saturday. If you do long-distance running on Saturdays, consume more carbs beforehand at dinner and a snack pre-run, and after when powering up.

Nevertheless, your diet should appear the same as far as contents and timing are concerned.

Here’s what your meal time schedule should appear:

  • 6 a.m. Breakfast: Pre-run consisting of coffee and a Bagel layered with peanut butter 
  • 9 a.m. Snack post-run: A protein shake
  • 12 p.m. Lunch: Salad with Bean burrito
  • 3 p.m. Snack: Yogurt with an apple and granola spoonfuls
  • 7 p.m. Dinner: Baked potato with Fish and broccoli

Drink water before meals.

Drinking plenty of water prior to eating any snacks or meals will assist in filling up your stomach and signal that it’s feeling full. Research has revealed that persons who drink water before taking meals lose weight.  It’s also an excellent method of remaining hydrated which is essential for running and your overall wellbeing. 

Additionally, Stephens has noted that it takes up to 30 minutes for your body to excrete the hormones that tell your tummy it is full. So, it’s also essential that you remain patient before you decide to go back for seconds to make sure that your stomach is full.

I use this strategy with my little ones. After eating an entire meal and then say they want some more, I tell them to be patient for a few minutes before I give them seconds. More often than not, they change their mind and say they are full.

Gambling games in Kuwait: 4 fun facts to know

Playing in a brick-and-mortar Kuwait casino might not be possible due to a simple reason — the Islamic laws, but there are casino Kuwait options on the market that you should seriously consider.

First of all – let’s start with the Kuwaiti gambling landscape

Kuwait is a small country positioned between Iraq and Saudi Arabia, on the northwestern corner of the Persian Gulf. As a secular nation with a strict Muslim population, gambling isn’t considered suitable., although online gambling in Kuwait may not be as legally restricted. Many Kuwaiti citizens enjoy gambling, but you won’t find them flocking to physical casinos — luckily, they can choose from hundreds of different gambling websites that operate within the country’s borders. Online gambling in Kuwait is growing at a rapid pace.

Kuwait online casinos, and how do you access them?

Finding the best casino sites in Kuwait isn’t possible without the help of VPN software. Whether you are a local citizen or you are traveling for business and pleasure, you need to know that direct access to the best online casinos in Kuwait for real money can only be achieved by running a VPN software.

What should you do?

  1. Pick a VPN partner – first of all; you should select a VPN service. You need to ensure there are enough decent servers located in Europe or North America, as countries in these regions are more liberal.
  2. Install your VPN service – the next step after you download your client is to install the VPN service.
  3. Open your client – the last part is to run your client.

N.B. – good picks for VPN are NordVPN, ExpressVPN, PureVPN, and PrivateVPN.

How to use payment details?

Another major detail you should not forget about is how to insert your payment details. You should know that you cannot enter a standard bank card registered in Kuwait, as it will not be accepted. Instead, you should use a prepaid card or a cryptocurrency card if you’re a local citizen. However, these limitations are not the valid case if you’re a tourist or traveling for business purposes, as you can freely use your debit or credit card in Kuwait, provided that you have started your VPN client.

Which are Kuwait’s most popular gambling options?

Kuwaiti players are a little bit different than their European counterparts. While many of them are into poker, blackjack, and mainstream sports betting, the majority of Kuwaiti citizens are fans of horse racing. Lots of money is out there, and it seems that this tradition is about to remain!

How to identify the best casinos in Kuwait

The lack of brick-and-mortar casinos in Kuwait has led to the emergence of this new online industry. Many players are choosing top casinos for a lot of reasons. Let’s see the main ones.

Variety of payment methods

As we mentioned, Kuwaiti players have no access to traditional credit and debit cards. That is why good casinos offer a variety of payment methods that can accommodate these players.

Loads of bonuses available

Kuwaiti players love bonuses just like any other player. In fact, they often seek out casinos that offer generous bonuses to new players. This is because they know that these bonuses can help them boost their bankrolls and give them a better chance of winning big.

Withdraw options

Kuwaiti players want to deposit money into online casinos so that they can play their favorite games, but they also want to make sure that their funds are safe and that they can withdraw them when they need to. Good casinos make sure players can receive their money on payday.

Summary

Kuwait offers many opportunities for casino players to enjoy themselves. There are a variety of online casinos available, each offering a unique experience, plenty of bonuses, and different gambling options. Players can find the perfect casino to suit their needs and preferences. With so many options available, there is no need to look for options to bet on horse racing, as all you need to do is a stable Internet connection, a prepaid card, and a VPN service provider. The rest is up to you.

Fun Facts You don’t Know about FIFA World Cup 2022

The World Cup Football will return this November in Qatar. As we are only a few months away, Qatar is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup 2022. The 32 teams and 8 groups all set to begin the campaign on 21 November. The month-long carnival will wrap up with the final on 18 December.

The vibe of the biggest football tournament on the planet is all around us already. Hence, here we are with some fun facts you don’t know about the FIFA World Cup 2022.

Keep Your Horse Calm

If you are flying to Qatar for the World Cup 2022, you need to keep your horse calm. We mean to say extramarital sex affairs or one-night stand will be completely out of menu. It is completely prohibited in the Middle East and you must respect the law. Bring your spouse with you, or your horse can get you 7 years in prison.

According to Surprise Sports, quote from police source, “sex is very much off the menu, unless you are coming as a married couple. There definitely will be no one-night stands at this tournament.”

Your summer, Their Winter

FIFA World Cup 2022 will be the first winter event in the Northern Hemisphere. It is moved from its usual June-July slot to November-December because of the scorching summer-heat in Qatar. During summer, the temperature in the Middle East can rise up to 50 degrees celsius. So, it would be impossible to organize the event in that period. So, the tournament is moved to November-December for suitable temperature.

Do you know that Qatar’s November-December can be your Summer? In the Middle East, the winter temperature can rise around 30 degrees during day time. It will be a summer-like heat for someone who is somewhere from Canada or Northern states of America or Europe. During night time, the temperature can fall down to 10 degrees.

AC Everywhere

Again the scorching sun of Qatar comes into play. Qatar will host the matches in fully air-conditioned stadiums. All the 8 venues will be AC to keep the temperature comfortable. The temperature inside the stadiums will be around 25. It will give the spectators a comfortable cheering environment as well as the players to play.

Head-Cap, Tent, Boat Sails

FIFA World Cup host nations represent their culture and customs in front of the world throughout the tournament. There will be no exception to this tradition in Qatar.

Qatar will represent their culture and customs and the design of their stadiums will play a big part in it.

Al Thumama Stadium resembles the ‘gahfiya,’ the traditional head-cap worn by men and boys in the Arab world.

The structure of a huge tent of Al Bayt Stadium resembles “bayt al sha’ar,” the huge tent used by the nomadic peoples in Qatar.

This design of Al Janoub Stadium is inspired by sails of traditional Dhow boats. The boats were used by the pearl divers of Qatar.

Moreover, the Stadium 974 showcases a unique design as it is built with shipping containers. It is the first ever demountable stadium in the history of the World Cup.

One Day, Many Matches

Qatar is a small country. They are hosting the World Cup 2022 with only 8 venues, second fewest in history (Argentina did with 6 in 1978). Moreover, Al Thumama, Education City, and the Stadium 974 are in the same city in Doha. Khalifa International and Ahmad Bin Ali Stadiums are located in Al Rayyan City.

It means that you can watch several games from the stadiums in a single day as they are in close proximity. Don’t forget to buy the tickets of course.

Anyway, if you don’t have tickets, the World Cup Live Stream will be available on Fox Sports app in the United States. BBC iPlayer and ITV Hub will provide the live stream from the UK.

Latest NHL news

Introduction

The NHL world is in full swing, and there’s plenty of news to keep up with. We’ve compiled the latest updates from around the league, including trade rumours, betting odds for upcoming games, and picks from experts in the field. Whether you’re looking for a tip on which team to bet or just want a recap of everything that went on over the past week in hockey, this article has covered you!

Trade rumours, possible signings and more

  • The latest NHL news from the last week
  • Rumours about trades, signings and more
  • The latest Vegas Golden Knights and expansion draft news
  • News about the NHL Awards, including who won each award. Player of the year was Pekka Rinne of the Nashville Predators, while team of the year went to the Washington Capitals for their Stanley Cup run this past season.
  • News on what happened at this year’s NHL Draft.

NHL betting tips for every game

  • Check the odds of the game. The odds of a game are a pretty good indicator of which team is expected to win.
  • Check the lineups of both teams. A good way to determine who will win is by checking who plays in key positions on each team and whether they’re injured or not. You can also check how many goals each player has scored in his career or how many points he’s had for this season. You can get verified hockey picks and analysis for best NHL predictions. Check for player availability and Injuries.
  • Other important criteria are team’s form, coaching, location and team’s schedule.
  • Look at their history together (if any). Suppose it’s been more than once that these two teams have played each other before. In that case, it’s worth checking their previous matches so you can see which team has had more success over time when they come up against one another again!

Top NHL picks for the season

The NHL season is upon us, so it’s time to look at the best bets for each team—looking to bet on hockey? There are plenty of ways to do it online and in Vegas, but we prefer using our comprehensive NHL betting tips guide. This section will help you find all the information about who we like this season. If you want more information on how to bet or what odds mean, head over here for those guides!

With that said, let’s jump right in to our picks for every team:

Making a bet on New York Rangers? Make sure to check out our latest odds before placing your wager. The latest New York Rangers vs Colorado Avalanche odds are in, with game time at 9 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 28 at Madison Square Garden. New York is 25-20-4 overall and 12-10-1 at home, while Colorado is 20-18-6 overall and 8-12-3 on the road. 1.5 points favor Colorado in the latest Rangers vs. Avalanche odds from William Hill Sportsbook, and the over-under is set at 6. Before entering any Avalanche vs. Rangers picks, you’ll want to see the NHL predictions from the advanced computer model at SportsLine.

Listed below are the latest NHL news and betting odds. Please note that all NHL picks are subject to change (and more often than not, they do). 

The New York Rangers have fallen in love with their current group of forwards, and it has shown in the standings. The Blueshirts are currently 12-4-3 over their past 19 games, with a 9-3-0 record at home during that stretch. They’ve also won three straight games since defeating the Sharks 2-1 on Thursday night as -130 road favorites. It was an impressive win for New York, considering it was playing its 28th game of 2019 — but now they’re set up nicely heading into Tuesday’s clash against Colorado at Madison Square Garden (9 p.m., ET).

The Avalanche had no problem beating Detroit 4-2 on Friday night as +120 road underdogs because they could capitalize when given prime opportunities by goaltender Pavel Francouz (26 saves). However, we should expect something different from this Avalanche team when facing off against a Rangers squad that has scored three goals or more in each of its last seven games (7-1 SU 5/5 6/6 O 4/5). This could lead us down another path where Colorado will struggle defensively as it did during Saturday’s loss against Washington -125 home favourite 6:05 PM ET, which dropped them back into third place behind Calgary.

Conclusion

This article summarizes some of this week’s most important NHL news, including upcoming games and teams that might be signing or trading players.

The latest NHL news includes the Blue Jackets adding another win to their unbeaten streak and the Blackhawks struggling to win games in their home arena. The latest picks include Pittsburgh beating Nashville in overtime thanks to a goal by Phil Kessel. He was traded from Toronto earlier this year.

Stay tuned for more NHL news as the season continues!