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October 2009

World Series Betting Game Three: Pettitte could prove to be a "little" vulnerable

Nick Shiambouros / 31 October 2009 / Leave a comment

With the Series drawn at one a piece, Nick Shiambouros tells us why his money is on the Philadelphia Phillies in what he expects to be a close encounter....Read more »

NBA Betting Preview: Crisis at Cleveland?

Nick Shiambouros / 30 October 2009 / Leave a comment

After a terrible start to the season, Nick Shiambouros is concerned about LeBron and co. Can they show the league that they mean business against the Charlotte Bobcats this weekend?...Read more »

NFL Betting: Minnesota Vikings at Green Bay

Andy Richmond / 30 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Packers legend Brett Favre returns to Lambeau Field for a shootout with his replacement in front of his once adoring fans, Andy Richmond has the pick of the odds as the Vikings go to Green Bay...Read more »

NFL Betting: Miami at NY Jets

Andy Richmond / 30 October 2009 / Leave a comment

A nasty schedule has left Miami rooted to the bottom of the AFC East - their bid for post-season action must begin now, says Andy Richmond...Read more »

World Series Baseball Betting Game 2: Must win for Yankees

Nick Shiambouros / 29 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Nick Shiambouros selects the best bets as the Yankees aim to hit back in the biggest game on Earth......Read more »

World Series Baseball Betting Game 1: Time to jump ship

Nick Shiambouros / 27 October 2009 / Leave a comment

The New York Yankees play the Philadelphia Phillies for the World Series which starts in New York on Wednesday. This series is unquestionably between the two best teams in baseball and it promises to be a classic, writes Nick Shiambouros....Read more »

NBA 2009/10 Opening Night Preview: Let the games begin!

Nick Shiambouros / 27 October 2009 / Leave a comment

The 2009/10 NBA season gets underway on Tuesday evening as the Cleveland Cavaliers play the Boston Celtics at the Q Arena. Nick Shiambouros applauds the NBA for scheduling what is undoubtedly the game of the week so early in the...Read more »

NFL Betting: New England at Tampa Bay

Andy Richmond / 23 October 2009 / Leave a comment

NFL expert Andy Richmond expects The Bucs defence to suffer against Brady's bunch....Read more »

NFL Betting: Arizona Cardinals at NY Giants

Andy Richmond / 22 October 2009 / Leave a comment

The Giants got a fearful beating last week while the Cards aren't much good on the road, yet both are challenging for NFC dominance. So who will come out on top?...Read more »

NFL Betting: Atlanta at Dallas

Andy Richmond / 22 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Offence expected to have the upper hand this Sunday in Dallas says Andy Richmond....Read more »

MLB Championship Series Betting: Series far from over as Angels and Yankees vie for place in World Series

Nick Shiambouros / 22 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Nick Shiambouros reflects upon the Phillies win and looks ahead to the Angels' uphill struggle....Read more »

NFL @ Wembley: Bucs and Patriots come to London

Mike O’Donnell / 22 October 2009 / Leave a comment

The NFL is due to make its annual trip across the pond to play at Wembley this weekend with this decade's most successful team, the New England Patriots, set to take on the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Mike O'Donnell has...Read more »

NHL Betting Preview: Western Conference - team by team

Richard Douglas / 21 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Richard Douglas continues his run down on the teams competing for the Stanley Cup by looking at the Western Conference....Read more »

NBA Betting: Lakers primed for repeat but the Jazz offer massive value

Nick Shiambouros / 20 October 2009 / Leave a comment

With the opening tip in the NBA just over a week away it is time to take a look at all the teams and assess their chances of winning the title. Nick Shiambouros rates the Western Conference contenders....Read more »

NBA Betting: Cavs and Celtics set to rule the Eastern Conference

Nick Shiambouros / 20 October 2009 / Leave a comment

With the opening tip in the NBA just over a week away it's time to take a look at all the teams and assess their chances of winning the title. Nick Shiambouros rates the Eastern Conference representatives....Read more »

NFL Betting Preview: Manning returns against explosive Saints

Andy Richmond / 16 October 2009 / Leave a comment

The Giants will be up against it when they visit a tough New Orleans side this weekend. Meanwhile, the Seahawks aim to keep up winning ways and Andy Richmond selects the best bets......Read more »

MLB Championship Series Betting: Down to the final four as the post-season get serious

Nick Shiambouros / 15 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Our baseball betting expert brings you suggested bets for Phillies v Dodgers and Angels v Yankees...Read more »

The Betfair Contrarian: Why the New York Yankees won't win the 2009 World Series

The Betfair Contrarian / 14 October 2009 / Leave a comment

The Betfair Contrarian dislikes the hoity-toity New York Yankees more than any sports team on the planet. Below, he explains why he won't be backing them to win the World Series....Read more »

MLB World Series Betting: 'Freeway' series is on the cards as Angels and Dodgers move through the play-offs

Nick Shiambouros / 12 October 2009 / Leave a comment

A World Series between both Los Angeles teams is on the cards after the Dodgers and Angels get past their play-off obstacles...Read more »

NHL Betting Preview: Eastern Conference - team by team

Richard Douglas / 12 October 2009 / Leave a comment

The NHL is underway. Below, Richard Douglas gives his team-by-team guide to the Eastern Conference and tells us why the status quo is likely to prevail....Read more »

NFL Betting: Indianapolis Colts at Tennessee Titans

Andy Richmond / 09 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Peyton Manning will simply have too much for a struggling Titans D, so back the visitors says Andy Richmond...Read more »

NFL Betting: Atlanta Falcons at San Francisco 49ers

Andy Richmond / 09 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Tony Gonzalez and Roddy Hill could be the gamebreakers for Atlanta as they go to San Francisco...Read more »

NFL Betting: Cincinnati Bengals at Baltimore Ravens

Andy Richmond / 09 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Cedric Brown could be the key man in this AFC North showdown, Andy Richmond previews...Read more »

MLB Play-offs Preview: Yankees can make most of Twins' fatigue

Nick Shiambouros / 07 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Our man called it right in Minneapolis last night but can he select the best bets from what looks set to be a thrilling play-off season?...Read more »

MLB Betting: Twins can triumph in AL Central tie-breaker

Nick Shiambouros / 06 October 2009 / Leave a comment

It's all going down to the wire in the North Star state tonight and punters will need nerves of steel to profit. Fortunately, Nick Shiambouros is on hand to select the best bets from the AL Central tie-breaker......Read more »

NFL Betting Preview: Can Ravens slow down Brady?

Andy Richmond / 02 October 2009 / Leave a comment

Two of NFL's finest quarterbacks come face to face as Batlimore provide New England with a stern test. Meanwhile, can the Champions recover from their poor start? Andy Richmond selects the weekend's best bets......Read more »

MLB Betting: Twins and Tigers locked in epic battle

Nick Shiambouros / 02 October 2009 / Leave a comment

The play-off picture is almost complete as we enter the final weekend of the regular season but Nick Shiambouros is still on the lookout for betting value....Read more »

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