Garrett Chorpenning: BMR Author

The NBA Playoffs have delivered in a major way. In the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs remain locked into a competitive series to determine which team goes to the NBA Finals. Out East, the New York Knicks swept the Cleveland Cavaliers to reach the Finals for the first time since

Is there a more talented goalscorer in soccer right now than Erling Haaland? You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who finds the back of the net as often and efficiently as the Norwegian superstar. As the headline talent for Norway, which is notably in the same group as France, Haaland will draw lots of attention

Few players, if any, mean more to their respective teams than Kylian Mbappé does to France. That’s not to say that the French national team wouldn’t be solid without him – Les Bleus are loaded with talent – Mbappé is just that good. Suffice to say, he’ll be a popular World Cup betting target throughout

When it comes to the holiday season, no league is doing it quite like the NFL. This year’s slate of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s games is second to none, featuring high-stakes matchups between the league’s very best teams. And with action taking place so late in the regular season, any of these holiday games

The Stanley Cup Final awaits. Just four wins are needed to determine who will represent the Western Conference in the NHL’s season finale.  On one side: The Colorado Avalanche. Terrific from start to finish and led by Hart Trophy favorite Nate MacKinnon. They’ve lost just one game in these playoffs and are widely expected to

The FIFA World Cup is back in session. The 2026 edition is the biggest yet: three host countries, 48 teams, and a record 104 matches. Truly, there’s never been a better time to be a soccer fan.Before the tournament begins on June 11, we’re setting out to take a closer look at some of the

The 2026 NBA Playoffs are crushing it. After going 24 years without an Eastern Conference Finals appearance, the Knicks have made it for the second straight season. Last year’s series ended in heartbreak and a coaching change. Will things be different this time around with the Cleveland Cavaliers on deck?No team has played more games

As the follow-up to the most popular horse race in America, the Preakness Stakes draws less attention despite delivering equal drama and tension. It’s a touch shorter than the Kentucky Derby at 9.5 furlongs, and for the first time in the race’s history, it will take place at Laurel Park while the traditional Pimlico Race

The first of the three Triple Crown races has come and gone. The Kentucky Derby delivered on the hype, with 30-1 longshot Golden Tempo coming from way behind to steal the win from 4-1 favorite Renegade. Next up on the agenda: The Preakness Stakes.Now less than two weeks away, the Preakness will run for the

Clearly, the NFL doesn’t think we’ve seen enough of New England and Seattle. The NFL has dropped the 2026 schedule, including a bevy of international NFL games and a Super Bowl rematch worth the price of admission.The Patriots and Seahawks will open the 2026 NFL regular season on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 8:20 p.m. ET

The FIFA World Cup is back in session. The 2026 edition is the biggest yet: three host countries, 48 teams, and a record 104 matches. Truly, there’s never been a better time to be a soccer fan.Before the tournament begins on June 11, we’re setting out to take a closer look at some of the

The FIFA World Cup is back in session. The 2026 edition is the biggest yet: three host countries, 48 teams, and a record 104 matches. Truly, there’s never been a better time to be a soccer fan. Before the tournament begins on June 11, we’re setting out to take a closer look at some of

The FIFA World Cup is back in session. The 2026 edition is the biggest yet: three host countries, 48 teams, and a record 104 matches. Truly, there’s never been a better time to be a soccer fan.Before the tournament begins on June 11, we’re setting out to take a closer look at some of the

The FIFA World Cup is back in session. The 2026 edition is the biggest yet: three host countries, 48 teams, and a record 104 matches. Truly, there’s never been a better time to be a soccer fan.Before the tournament begins on June 11, we’re setting out to take a closer look at some of the

The FIFA World Cup is back in session. The 2026 edition is the biggest yet: three host countries, 48 teams, and a record 104 matches. Truly, there’s never been a better time to be a soccer fan.Before the tournament begins on June 11, we’re setting out to take a closer look at some of the

It wasn’t long ago that the Indiana Hoosiers completed their undefeated season and won their first national championship in program history. And while those students are only just finishing up the end of the school year, it’s already time for us to put some serious thought into what the College Football Playoff looks like at

The NFL Draft has come and gone, meaning we’ll soon be entering the quietest months of the league’s annual calendar. That doesn’t have to force sports bettors into silence, though. Even though nothing is happening on the field, there’s still much going on behind the scenes, and oddsmakers are always adjusting to the latest happenings

It’s been four years since the last FIFA World Cup. Argentina was the champion in 2022, led by the tournament’s best player, Lionel Messi. Understandably, football fans are anxiously awaiting the 2026 edition of the quintessential sports tournament.As sports bettors, we’re also chomping at the bit to get going. With 104 matches to be played,

The WNBA season begins May 8, and it’s set to be one of the biggest to date. The league is celebrating its 30th year with the addition of two new franchises, the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo, bringing the total to 15 teams. As a brand, the W has never had more popular stars to promote.

Find interesting exotic prop betting markets ahead of the 2026 Kentucky Derby with odds provided by the best offshore sportsbooks.

The Kentucky Derby is one of the biggest betting draws of the year. In 2025, the race saw a record $349 million wagered from all sources. There’s no doubt that a significant portion of that money was bet on last year’s favorite, Journalism, who ultimately came in second place.Another heavy favorite sits atop the odds

There are levels to betting the Kentucky Derby. In addition to outright race winner wagers, in the money props and trifectas, you can also bet on head-to-head matchups at the industry’s best offshore sportsbooks.These bets can be a great way to find value on top contenders that you may not be confident enough in to

The NBA Playoffs have gotten off to an exciting start. While the best, most competitive stages are still ahead, the first round has delivered on the hype. We’ve seen sweeps and upsets in the making. The dawn of potential new dynasties. Superstars are reaching heights once thought out of reach.And while the sample size remains

The Kentucky Derby is an interesting phenomenon. Few American sports have such a large sample size – this year’s edition will be the 152nd running of the race – or have as much of their history intertwined with sports betting.Together, those factors give us a glimpse into the annals of one of this country’s most

The Kentucky Derby is one of the most exciting events on the annual sports calendar. Every year on the first Saturday in May, as many as 20 horses emerge from the gates and race 1.25 miles around the dirt track at Churchill Downs. It takes roughly two minutes to determine a winner, and it’s anyone’s

The NFL Draft isn’t just about finding players who will succeed in their rookie seasons. Especially in the first round, teams are looking for franchise-changing talents who will set the table for years to come. It’s a big ask, and you never know if you’ve picked up a Hall of Famer or an all-time bust.Having

The 2026 NFL Draft class is loaded with strong, physical offensive linemen. It may not be the sexiest position to bet on, but there’s no denying the impact that a stabilizing tackle or guard can have on an offense. In order for your quarterback to stay healthy and your running back to see big gains,

With the explosion of the pass-first offenses in the NFL, wide receivers are among the most intriguing NFL draftees. Quarterbacks are often the main attraction, but receivers gain a lot of traction among sports bettors since there tends to be more variability in their landing spots. There’s also not always a clear consensus with this

There’s nothing more fun than sweating a longshot bet that cashes in. Maybe you got lucky, or maybe you read between the lines and connected the dots on a prop that others overlooked. However you attain your big payday, it’s sure to be rewarding.There’s a litany of information surrounding the NFL Draft, and by the

The 2026 NFL Draft begins at pick No. 2. Francisco Mendoza is going to the Las Vegas Raiders at No. 1. There’s no doubt about it. However, there’s far less certainty about what happens when the New York Jets are on the clock immediately after.Once again, the franchise needs all the help it can get.