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I’m a frequent gamer, and growing up, I was passionate about battling my friends in Pokémon TCG, Pog, and Mortal Kombat tournaments. As I got older, I really found my niche in RPG games.
I was gifted a copy of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and sank hundreds of hours into the game, including the in-game version of Gwent. I kept getting destroyed and did a Google search to get some tips to improve my strategy, and that was when I came across the official free-standing version of the game and immediately became a huge fan.
For those of you new to the game, Gwent: The Witcher Card Game has existed as a free-to-play public beta version since 2017, published by CD Projekt Red, and is scheduled to be officially released sometime in October 2018 as Gwent: Homecoming.
Throughout the beta launch, CD Projekt Red has generously revealed details and has taken player feedback all throughout the development process.
This has helped to build the game into a real esports hotspot, with several tournaments and qualifiers with prize pools that offered up to $250,000 and an estimated 200,000 players playing the game regularly.
The big question now is whether Gwent: Homecoming will bulk up the game into a real heavyweight champ against the likes of established contenders like Hearthstone, Overwatch, and Dota 2.
CD Projekt Red is an incredibly indulgent game developer and has replied regularly to players on Reddit to provide more details about what the full version of the game will be like, including modifications to game mechanics, deck building, and interface/design.
We already knew quite a bit and that some major components of the game were going to get a shake-up with Homecoming prior to a video reveal released earlier this month.
With the video release, we can see that some of the in-game mechanics have changed (different rules for the pre-match mulligan, for instance).The actual card playing field has undergone some hefty alterations, with animations and fraction leaders added and card preview sections removed.
It looks very much like Gwent will be a step above other existing games like Hearthstone and will become a more blended RPG/card game.
The developer has done an outstanding job of making the card game into a more immersive world as compared to a vanilla, run-of-the-mill card game where your interaction with the characters, environment, and lore of the game is limited.
The preview we got makes it clear we’re going to be looking at a new major contender in the esports arena.
There are some features missing that players had been hoping for, such as card trading/bartering systems with other players, the retention of the third playable row, and new soundtracks/background themes.
Currently the beta version only allows cards to be purchased in-game by earning ore to open card kegs (4 cards given, 3 additional cards offered to select from, for a total of 5 cards per keg) or by purchasing card kegs using real money.
It would be a welcome change to see the game allow card trading like PUBG and CS:GO skins trading, where players could bet and swap rare or uncommon cards between each other in a separate marketplace.
This could really stand to increase the competitive aspects of the game and could allow players to have a definite edge if they knew of a strategy or tactic utilizing a card they didn’t own and could sell existing cards in order to quickly get the card they needed.
Opening dozens of kegs or inefficiently milling lots of existing cards they had for scrap in order to build the rare card from scratch is far from ideal.
If you’ve played any games developed by CD Projekt Red, you will probably have seen all the language options for international players, and the same is true for Gwent as well.
Currently, Korean and Scandinavian players are underserved, even though their player base is huge. We might be able to look forward to the inclusion of additional languages with the roll-out of Homecoming.
Korean, including full dubbing, was originally planned to be released in May 2018, but as of now, it has still not been released, so it is likely the studio will release this with Homecoming.
Thronebreaker is another missing piece of the Gwent puzzle.
There have been several announcements surrounding Thronebreaker, which is rumored to be a stand-alone 30-hour RPG based on Gwent mechanics and has been delayed to allow for expanded development. It has been beefed up to allow for expanded gameplay and possible tie-ins with Homecoming, such as a rumored ability to play through Thronebreaker and new/exclusive cards to your Homecoming deck.
It also is likely that Thronebreaker will launch in tandem with Homecoming. The one positive here is that the developer said there may be an extra offering given to these players because of their wait (possibly extra card kegs?), so you might stand to start off a leg ahead in the race if you wait for the version on your console to launch.
It is also rumored that while Homecoming may be free to play, Thronebreaker will not be free.It has been rumored that the cost will be less than the Witcher 3, though.
CD Projekt Red has said that in the next few weeks, there will be more announcements as the game development is finalized, so a concrete number for pricing will likely be announced in the next few weeks.
So, this all sounds great, right? The one big missing piece of the puzzle is the exact launch date of Homecoming and Thronebreaker, as the release for both had previously been delayed over six months to October 2018.
CD Projekt Red officially announced a release date for Thronebreaker and Homecoming and stated the release date for both on PC would be in late October; unfortunately for PS4 and Xbox One players, the release for these consoles will be delayed until December 4th.
Judging by all the improvements made since the launch of the public beta version, it would be safe to assume that the number of players stands to skyrocket with the inclusion of expanded playable features, improvements in the UI and graphics, and expansion of available cards/decks.
Currently, the game feels a little limited, and you can easily predict certain card combinations from your opponent as soon as you can see their leader cards at the start of the battle since the scale of the beta of it isn’t huge.
More players and an improved/expanded official release of the game could absolutely launch Gwent into a whole new category as an esports superpower and lead to bigger prize pots, as well as more playoffs and tournaments.
You can also utilize your existing knowledge of the game to have a head start against other players, as based on the previews released by CD Projekt Red, many cards will remain in Homecoming.
If you are a PS4 or Xbox One player, you could also download the PC version of the game first and get early access – it may be difficult or impossible to port your cards/account information over from the PC version to your console, however.
Although the in-game trading functions are limited and likely will be with the Homecoming and Thronebreaker releases, there are still some other ways to carry your skills over onto the next front and make money.
Sites such as Ultraplay are now offering Gwent as an opportunity for esports betting, and as the game is developed, we can be certain it will grow to have the same payoff potential as games such as Dota 2 and Overwatch.
With the huge changes in UI, game mechanics, and the expansive parallel RPG game launched in tandem with tie-ins to Gwent: Homecoming, Gwent, already a major Hearthstone competitor, will absolutely rise to become the next big name in online card-playing games.
We are at a point in game development where the graphics and complexities needed to support blended RPG card-playing games are there, and CD Projekt Red has perfected what they do best to give us a fully immersive card-playing game with elements of both traditional RPGs as well as live card tournaments against players from around the world.
To date, no other card-playing game has been able to even come close to the depth of gameplay that the full release of Gwent will offer. It is certain that Gwent: Homecoming will rise to become the next major hit in the card-playing world.
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Winning the Ballon d’Or is one of the biggest dreams of each soccer player out there. There are people that don’t like the award that much, including the author of this post, but it means the world to every athlete.
Unfortunately for most of the current players, the prize has been dominated by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in the past decade or so. Those two have won the Ballon d’Or five times each since Ronaldo’s first victory in 2008, and the Portuguese forward was first in the rankings in the past two years.
However, there are some early indications that we might see a different winner this time around. Luka Modric was declared as the best player of the 2018 World Cup in the summer, and he won the UEFA Men’s Player of the Year award and the FIFA’s Best Men’s Player award.
Naturally, the Croatian maestro is the hot favorite for the Ballon d’Or as well, but there is still time for that. I think it’s worth exploring the betting odds and checking if there are some opportunities to win cash.
Of course, it’s still a bit early, but I feel the timing is right for an early preview. I intend to go through each of the favorites and evaluate their chances, but before that, let’s start with something else.
First things first, so it’s probably best to check the whole process behind the final Ballon d’Or decision. I will try not to bore you with too many details – don’t worry.
There have been quite a few differences throughout the years, especially since FIFA actually merged its annual awards with the Ballon d’Or, but the prizes were separated again in 2016.
As a result, the most popular award has returned to its roots and is determined by the votes of soccer journalists from all over the globe. They cast their votes for the best player of the year, and each brings points to the selected athlete.
While we’re at it, I would also like to point out that according to the official criteria of the competition, the prize is awarded purely to recognize the individual performances of the player throughout the year. His team’s achievements don’t count.
In reality, we all know that’s not the case. The journalists always have in mind the trophies won at the end. I won’t really get into the argument of if that’s the correct way, because that won’t change much.
The important thing is to actually consider this fact when you bet on the winner. With that said, let’s move on.
It’s important to know what exactly should be considered when trying to predict the winner of the prize. I will go through what I consider the most important aspects of each player and his performance throughout the year.
A closer look at the list of Ballon d’Or winners shows that certain positions are way more likely to land the award compared to others.
Simply put, you have to be a midfielder or a forward to have a chance. As an admirer of the art of defending, this is the reason why I feel the Ballon d’Or is not a justified reward. As a bettor, though, I’m forced to take that into account.
Another important factor, probably related to the first one, is the hype surrounding the players. I’m not sure if that was the case in the early years of the Ballon d’Or, but it’s certainly crucial right now.
With all my respect to soccer journalists that cast a vote, they are certainly at least somewhat biased towards the players who gain the most attention. We all are for the simple reason that the sport has become a huge business.
We constantly hear and watch the achievements of the most popular players across the globe. The likes of Ronaldo and Messi are the best examples of that. We all know how good they are. I would argue that if one of them is matched by another player, the unconscious bias makes the difference.
In a way, I would call that a handicap. Their consistency throughout the years has deservedly built a reputation that works in their favor.
Since this is the main criterion according to the official rules of the Ballon d’Or, and it certainly plays a huge role. Simply put, a player has to perform well and show consistency.
This includes playing well on a regular basis but also showing up against the big teams. One of the reasons why Cristiano Ronaldo won the last two Ballond’Ors is his performance in the knockout stages of the UEFA Champions League.
The Portuguese striker scored a bunch of goals against the best teams in Europe. If you add his constant production against the teams in the Spanish La Liga and Portugal’s opponents in international games, it’s easy to see why Ronaldo was declared the best player in the world.
As I already mentioned, the team performance shouldn’t matter for the final Ballon d’Or rankings, but it does. You will often see the best player of the best European team get the award at the end.
International tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup, the European Championships, and Copa America can also have a huge impact on the prize if one of them is played during the year. Since we had a World Cup in 2018, this could be one of the deciders.
I’m not sure if I should put the other individual awards in the list of criteria, as they are more of an indicator of what’s about to happen.
If you see a player win the FIFA Best prize or the UEFA Player of the Year award, you could expect that he will be in contention for the Ballon d’Or as well. The different voting system means that the result may be different, but it’s the same often enough.
Since the UEFA Player of the Year award was founded in 2011, initially as European Player of the Year, there have been only two cases when a different athlete won. On the other six occasions, the winner of the competition and the Ballon d’Or was the same person, including the last 4 times.
It’s safe to say that you can rely on other prizes to give you an idea of what to expect.
As I now have explained the main factors behind my thought process, it’s time to take a look at each of the top contenders. Here are some of the favorites to win, according to the bookies.
Here’s my analysis on each of these players and their chances of winning.
I don’t think we’ve seen someone as close to breaking Ronaldo and Messi’s reign as Luca Modric. The Real Madrid midfield magician has been magnificent in the past year and certainly deserves to be among the Ballon d’Or favorites.
Modric helped his club win the Champions League, probably the most important trophy out there. On top of that, the Croatian won the UEFA Player of the Year Award mostly because of that.
A lot of people believe that Ronaldo should’ve been the man to take it home, including his agent, Jorge Mendes, but Modric certainly was a worthy winner.
I think what makes the Croatian such a favorite is his performance with Croatia at the World Cup in Russia. The side reached the final of the competition for the first time, which is a monumental achievement for a country with a population of only about 4 million people.
It was Modric’s partnership with Ivan Rakiticthat was the main reason Croatia went so far in the World Cup. Despite coming second-best against France in the final, his country’s run helped Modric improve his already flawless reputation, as he showed leadership on top of his undoubted skills.
I fully expect to see Modric with the Ballon d’Or as a result of the incredible year he had. However, the price of 1.57 makes a potential bet pointless. There are other players who have a shot, so such odds are too low for my taste.
The Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo has won the Ballon d’Or five times already, including in 2016 and 2017. Many believed he would be the man to bring the prize home in this year, too, but the World Cup and the fact Ronaldo was snubbed by both FIFA and UEFA changed the perception that his victory was almost certain.
If we exclude the World Cup, the Portuguese striker is probably the man who deserves it the most. He scored a bazillion goals in all the competitions he played in, and he became the most prolific scorer in the history of the UEFA Champions League in the process.
The man is one of the best athletes the world has ever seen and is a lethal finisher. It’s hard to argue that Cristiano Ronaldo at least has a place in the conversation for the best soccer player ever, so he easily covers the reputation and hype criteria.
While Ronaldo did score a couple of goals that helped him become the most prolific international scorer in Europe ever, surpassing the legendary Ferenc Puskas in the process, Portugal failed to go beyond the round of 16 at the 2018 World Cup.
While this is hardly Ronaldo’s personal fault, it counts at the end. Especially if you consider the fact that Portugal won the EURO 2016, and the expectations were that the side should at least have a deep run in the World Cup.
Despite that, I feel that Ronaldo has a strong case for the Ballon d’Or. He didn’t win the other major awards of the year, but the voting system of this one is different. This gives him a chance to actually win it, and the price of 2.25 is not bad at all.
When a player has won the World Cup and the UEFA Europa League, scoring over 30 goals for club and country in the process, it’s only natural to see him as one of the favorites for the Ballon d’Or.
And yet, I don’t think that Griezmann has a realistic chance of winning the award. The Europa League is the second most important UEFA trophy, while the triumph of France was more of a team effort. Sure, Griezmann played an important part in it, but it can’t compare to Modric, for example.
Another factor that prevents Griezmann from competing with the likes of Ronaldo and Modric is the style of Atletico Madrid. We all know that Diego Simeone prefers his teams to play defensively, and players like Griezmann suffer from such an approach.
He simply doesn’t have the same opportunities as athletes who are part of attacking outlets, such as Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Barcelona.
This is the reason why I can’t see Griezmann as the Ballon d’Or winner in 2018, despite the juicy odds of 13.00.
I skipped a couple of players that are priced shorter than Salah, namely Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe. While I respect both and certainly believe they deserve to be part of the conversation, I don’t think they are worth considering from a betting perspective.
Instead, I will talk a bit about Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian forward had a historical campaign for Liverpool, as he managed to break the record for goals scored in a 38-game season of the English Premier League.
He was well on course to challenge Ronaldo and Messi’s domination, but an unfortunate injury in the Champions League final changed his fortunes. He wasn’t able to affect Liverpool’s most important game of the season.
On top of that, his back issues spoiled his World Cup. Salah wasn’t able to start either of the first two games of his country, and he was a shadow of himself in the third one despite finding the net. As a result, Egypt’s hopes were scattered in the group stage of the competition.
I still believe that the Egyptian was objectively among the best players in the world for the year. He also won the FIFA Puskas Award for the best goal of the year, although this was a robbery, in my opinion.
This is why I would place a tiny bet on Salah at the price of 21.00, just in case. I don’t think he will win it, but the odds are worth a shot.
All things considered, I would say that there are only two players worth backing: one favorite and one underdog. My main bet would be on Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Portuguese striker was probably the best player out there, and the heroics of Modric at the World Cup are the main thing that could prevent him from winning.
My other concern is related to the fact that the world might be a bit tired of seeing Ronaldo win. And yet, the price of 2.25 for the Portuguese, especially with Messi out of the picture, is simply too good to miss.
The other option I like is Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian had a fantastic season and deserves a place in the top 3, at least, in my opinion. This is why the odds of 21.00 are too tempting.
It’s exciting that we could finally see someone else win the Ballon d’Or after Messi and Ronaldo spent the last 10 years taking turns.
However, there are still a couple of months before we know what will happen. This is why I recommend you closely follow the soccer world and make sure to take in mind any potential changes.
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Three weeks in, and we’re flying through the NFL season. And while nobody is surprised to see the Rams undefeated and looking sharp in the process, many are stunned and even miffed by some other developments taking place around the league.
For example, did you expect the Dolphins to already be two games up in the AFC East with a chance to go three up on New England this weekend? And what about the NFC North? It’s not the Vikings or the Packers, but it’s the Bears who are leading the division.
As for the Kansas City Chiefs- well, they look like they can’t be stopped. Those who were unsure if Patrick Mahomes had the maturity and skill set to excel in this league can all stop wondering and start accepting the reality.
The dude is a flamethrower and will be the frontrunner to win the MVP until somebody starts slowing him down.
But as all sports bettors know, things can change at the drop of the hat, and every week is unique. Every Sunday during the NFL season represents a brand-new opportunity to make some money.
Think about it.
You’re probably planning on tuning into the action all day anyway, so why not throw a few wagers down and spice things up?
Don’t worry about doing any research or breaking down any film or data, because I already did that for you. I scoured the prices at the best NFL betting sites, and despite the linemakers being great at what they do, I’m confident there are a few lines we can take advantage of.
So if you are looking to be guided on where to go with your picks this Sunday, just keep reading below!
I’ll tell you exactly what I think and why.
Believe it or not, Ryan Fitzpatrick became the first quarterback in NFL history to throw for 400+ yards in three consecutive games. Unfortunately for him and the Bucs, most of those yards came late in the second half while trying to play catch-up, so take it for what it’s worth.
Anyone who watched Monday Night Football this past week saw Fitzy toss three picks before the 2nd quarter had even ended. On the road, the Steelers put up a “30 spot”before heading into the locker room to listen to a halftime speech.
I’d even argue that at times, the Bucs looked a heck of a lot like the paltry squad that most of us anticipated them being during the 2018 regular season. Tampa rushed 16 times for just 63 yards, they turned the ball over four times, and they allowed Big Ben to pick them apart for 353 yards while completing 79% of his passes.
I never expected this defense to be any good, and quite frankly, they have been dreadful for the most part all year. And while this offense started out hotter than the sun, I believe their fall from grace gets expedited this Sunday when they suit up at Soldier Field.
To be honest, as much as I envision “Fitzmagic” struggling, I’m confident that the situation gets even bleaker if Dirk Koetter has the nerve and audacity to insert Jameis Winston into the starting lineup, as some rumors have leaked.
Koetter knows which Bucs QB will start; he just won’t tell anybody outside of the locker room.
I fully expect Jameis to remain on the sidelines, but regardless of which signal-caller receives the nod, I don’t see it going well on Sunday.
This Bears defense is nasty, and expecting Tampa Bay to be able to come in and move the chains consistently just isn’t that realistic to me.
Matt Nagy has enough creativity on offense thanks to the steady progressions being made by Mitchell Trubisky, leading me to believe that the Bears take care of business here without much trepidation.
The Atlanta Falcons are coming off an emotional overtime loss to their division rivals, the New Orleans Saints. While that was going on, the Cincinnati Bengals were getting beat in Carolina, as they allowed Christian McCaffrey to run wild all afternoon.
Now the Bengals have to play another non-conference road game in a loud and raucous stadium, not to mention the Falcons have been sleeping in their own beds for nearly a full month.
I understand that the Falcons are really banged up and missing key starters all over the field, but hang on a second.
Bengals RB Joe Mixon is extremely unlikely to be in uniform this Sunday, and star wideout A.J. Green is nursing a pelvis injury that will almost certainly keep him from being at 100%. And while Andy Dalton will have less than his full arsenal of weapons, Matt Ryan will have the benefit of throwing balls to Julio Jones and Calvin Ridley, the latter who exploded in Week 3 for 7-146-3.
Cincy has back-to-back home games looming in Weeks 5 and 6 against the Dolphins and Steelers respectively, and perhaps I’ll like their chances of performing more favorably in either of those scenarios.
But coming off a tough road loss and being asked to travel to Atlanta to play an angry squad who lost a heartbreaker in OT- that just seems like it’s above and beyond what Marvin Lewis and his team are capable of.
Falcons head coach Dan Quinn is a good leader, and there is no way he lets his players overlook the Bengals.
Look for Atlanta to win this game handily and get back to .500 on the season.
While it was a difficult and disappointing first two weeks for the Detroit Lions, Matt Patricia finally got his first win as a head coach in a big, big way. Week 3 witnessed the Lions beat up on Patricia’s former crew on Sunday Night Football in front of the entire football community.
And while the Patriots offense seemed out of sorts and discombobulated, the Lions’ Week 4 opponent’s offensive rhythm might not be any more fluid.
The Cowboys offensive unit is a total mess right now, as Dak Prescott has failed to throw for more than 170 yards in a single game thus far.
Week 4 presents a new challenge for Detroit, as their franchise quarterback makes his return to the town where he played his high school football.
Undoubtedly, Matthew Stafford will have plenty of friends and family members in the crowd at AT&T Stadium when this game kicks off at 1:00 pm EST on Sunday.
I expect the former standout at Highland Park HS to put up big numbers, just as he always has against the Cowboys. Stafford is 2-1 in 3 career starts against Dallas, which includes averaging 329.3 passing yards per game.
I’m not necessarily forecasting that Detroit is able to run the ball with success or that Prescott lays another egg leading the offense.
But I’d be okay taking Detroit at +3 if I had to lay -110 like atypical NFL wager suggests. Instead, BetOnline.ag has Detroit listed at +3, but we get that number at the handsome price of +103.
Confidently take the free juice and get ready to see a closely-contested game, one in which the Lions should have the slight edge.
The Packers got thumped last week in Washington, falling to 1-1-1 on the season. The Bills are coming off the biggest upset in the NFL in the last 23 years after they rocked the Vikings 27-6 in Minnesota.
So it appears that all the positive vibes are working in Buffalo’s favor, as Josh Allen finally settled down and looked like a poised NFL quarterback. Green Bay’s D got exposed last Sunday, allowing a 33-year-old running back to go off for 120 yards on just 19 carries, including a couple of scores.
LeSean McCoy has vehemently stated that he’ll be playing when the Bills walk onto Lambeau Field at 1:00 pm EST, so perhaps the Bills have enough “good things going” right now to actually pull off another big upset.
Well, you want my opinion?
Because the way I see it- I’m saying there’s not a chance. I’m saying that Aaron Rodgers comes storming out of the gates and completely bulldozes Sean McDermott’s squad.
The Bills might be riding high after their impressive showing last week against the Vikes, but I’m extremely cautious in my thinking that the Bills will have a game plan in place that will be able to score enough points this time around.
This game sets up as the perfect opportunity for Mike McCarthy to get his team back on track, as the Buffalo defense allowed 78 points over their first two games. Don’t fall victim into thinking that because Mike Zimmer wasn’t prepared last weekend that suddenly Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier has an intimidating or stout group.
Remember when Cardinals coach Dennis Green made the famously replayed post-game comment in regard to the Chicago Bears? You know, the one that went like this.
Well, I’m saying that after this week’s game in Green Bay, we’ll go back to thinking that the Bills are the inadequate and soft football team we all thought they were before last week’s surprise.
I’m rolling with the Pack to win this one going away, and laying 104 as opposed to 110 is just the cherry on top!
I can’t wait for Sunday morning to arrive, as the 1:00 pm EST slate of games has enticing matchups everywhere you look. I’ll be following the action closely, as all four games I’m targeting this week fall into that time slot.
But that doesn’t mean you can’t place any wagers on the late-afternoon games, as there is a four-pack of contests scheduled to take place. And don’t forget about Sunday Night Football, as the Ravens and Steelers will clash in an AFC North confrontation that promises to be exhilarating,to say the least.
And with all that being said, the Chiefs playing on Monday Night Football is actually what I’m most looking forward to in Week 4!
Don’t think for a second that I won’t have a detailed and in-depth preview into what I imagine will take place when Kansas City takes their high-flying act to Denver. My betting advice for the MNF showdown will be available on Monday morning, so bookmark this page to make sure you don’t miss out!
Until then, enjoy the games on Sunday!
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The future of Wynn Resorts in Massachusetts remains uncertain as the situation further knotted this Wednesday. Massachusetts Gaming Commission’s Chairman Stephen Crosby filed his resignation letter only 24 hours before the scheduled monthly meeting reviewing results from the extensive investigation of the casino developer and its former CEO Steve Wynn. One comment issued in the […]
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It’s no secret who the baseball betting sites are vouching for to win the 2018 MLB World Series. The Houston Astros (+375 odds at SportsBetting.ag) lead the way as the defending champions, and the Boston Red Sox (+400) look to be their biggest threat.
Boston has Chris Sale and quite possibly the best offense in baseball, so there’s logic in them being the better overall value. It’s also fair to point out that both teams hail from the AL, and only one of them can even make the 2018 World Series.
There’s still some wiggle room for another AL team to upend both of them, while getting to the World Series is obviously half the battle. Once there, it’s still quite possible someone from the NL’s side could hoist the championship when all is said and done.
These possibilities keep the door wide open to some staggering betting value, even while the final week of the 2018 MLB regular season plays out before our very eyes.
The clock is ticking on your ability to exploit these prices, but for the moment, these three teams offer insane upside as World Series bets.
LA is currently in position to secure the NL West title, but even if they don’t win their division again this year, they can still get into the playoffs. It’s been a very up and down year for the Dodgers, but bettors shouldn’t forget how far they’ve come since a slow start.
On top of that, few teams are as stacked as the Dodgers. Los Angeles can slay any matchup due to their collection of elite power bats, while Clayton Kershaw still heads a very solid pitching rotation.
The Dodgers have the third-best World Series odds because they have unfinished business and hail from the weaker league. After narrowly missing out on a title with a game-seven loss last year, the Dodgers are a very real threat to get back to the promised land and seal the deal.
Everyone is looking at the Red Sox or Astros. I get why, as the Astros are still the defending champs and are as loaded as anyone, and the Red Sox have the best record in baseball.
As great as both of those teams are, the Indians are still in the mix, yet they can be had at a way better price.
Francisco Lindor, Jose Ramirez, Michael Brantley, and Josh Donaldson headline an absolutely loaded offense, while the Tribe also have one of the best collections of aces baseball has to offer.
Corey Kluber leads the way for the Indians, while a suddenly healthy Trevor Bauer and Carlos Carrasco round out a three-headed dragon that even the most elite MLB offenses will have trouble against.
This is a team built to make a deep playoff run, and after falling just short two years ago, Cleveland may be ready again to finish what they originally started.
You can talk about the Cubs, Rockies, and a handful of others, but nobody offers the combination of intrigue and value that Milwaukee can.
The Brew Crew is still fighting for the NL Central lead, but thanks to their stacked power on offense, they stand a good chance of getting into postseason play one way or another.
It’s true that the Brewers have suspect pitching. Gio Gonzalez is probably the only true ace on their squad at the moment, and even that might be a reach. However, Milwaukee’s dependency on their explosive offense has been no secret, yet they’ve remained one of the better teams in the majors all year long.
Gonzalez, Wade Miley, Zach Davies, Jhoulys Chacin, and Chase Anderson are an odd collection of arms, and none of them are dominant. They all have the ability to manage games and at least give Milwaukee a chance, however.
In the weak NL, simply getting past the other top contenders in their league gives them a shot at an unlikely title.
I like all of the value here, but I really only have eyes for one team on this list, and that’s the Indians. It’s awfully difficult to ignore the Dodgers at +450 right now, but to me, Cleveland is a title-winning team at an amazing +750 price.
The path to greatness is not an easy one. Cleveland will have to get past two amazing clubs just to make it to the World Series, and while they’d probably be the favorite at that point, there’s still the task of actually beating whoever meets them from the other side.
Still, the betting value is awesome for a team that can pile on the runs offensively and completely shut you down on defense.
Cleveland doesn’t have an amazing record, and they hail from a terrible AL Central division, but they’ve also been coasting for a while now. That’s part of their built-in value and precisely why they could pop up and shock everyone with a crazy run to the World Series.
It’s quite likely this is simply Boston’s dream season, and everyone will have to get out of their way eventually. If you’re looking for a nice pivot and some fun value, though, try the Indians.
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You couldn’t make this stuff up if you tried.
I mean, seriously.
Tiger Woods wins the TOUR Championship in epic fashion as Justin Rose edges him out for the FedEx Cup title, with that crazy scene of people mobbing Tiger walking up the 18th fairway.
And now we’re on the brink of the 42nd Ryder Cup matches getting underway in Paris, with all these intriguing storylines surrounding the event.
Can it get much better in the world of golf right now?
Because as a fan of the game, nothing is better or more captivating than the Ryder Cup.
Let me be clear, folks – Tiger is back, and he isn’t going anywhere. He’ll be leaned on to lead the charge for the American squad that is absolutely loaded from top to bottom, but it isn’t going to be a walk in the park.
In fact, Tiger and his teammates face two separate challenges this weekend.
The first is Le Golf National’s Albatros Course, as the host track promises to be a demanding setup but fair to those who are striking it favorably. The second is the 12 Europeans who will be trying to pry the Ryder Cup away from the United States’ possession.
Captain Thomas Bjorn’s squad is pretty star-studded in their own right, as Europe has a quartet of players ranked inside the top 8 in the Official World Golf Rankings.
The bottom line is that Friday through Sunday at Le Golf National could end up providing some of the most electrifying and exhilarating golf we have ever seen.
Hopefully, you have been following along, getting completely prepped for the 2018 Ryder Cup with all my blogs that I have been posting during the runup. But now it’s finally time for the best part.
It’s time to attack the betting sheet!
Bovada.lv didn’t disappoint us when it came to providing a wealth of betting opportunities for the action this weekend, and I’ve spent lots of time scoping the situation out. I’ve compared prices and seen what’s available, and it’s clear that Bovada is up to the task, as they are leaving no stones unturned.
To find out which bets are catching my eye, just keep reading below!
It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to be able to do a little homework and figure out what happened at the last couple Ryder Cups during Sunday’s singles sessions.
When you go back to the 2014 Cup when Patrick Reed was a baby-faced rookie on the squad, you’ll see that Captain Tom Watson sent Reed out second, immediately following Spieth to open up the session.
Being that the young duo had gone 2-0-1 in their previous 3 matches, it made sense. After Spieth was upended by Graeme McDowell, Reed earned a point by holding off Henrik Stenson 1 up.
Now look up the 2016 Ryder Cup, and you’ll see that Davis Love III wasted absolutely no time in sending out “Captain America,” as Reed went off first that Sunday against Rory McIlroy. And I’m sure you remember how that match went, as it was arguably the most explosive singles match in the history of the Ryder Cup.
As you can see from the odds below, Reed is the favorite with the bookmakers to be first US player out this time around.
I can’t argue with the odds here. Unless Reed looks sluggish and isn’t producing points, something tells me he is going to ask Captain Furyk to be sent out first once again.
Actually, it may be more of a “polite request or demand” than just a simple ask, as I fully anticipate Reed wanting the opportunity of striking first.
This time, it will be to try and silence the European crowd.
Despite being the favorite on the board, I still like this bet as one that offers value and upside given the price.
When you really take everything into consideration, including the odds available, I feel like this wager is the pure definition of “spotting value.”
On the outside, one sees Henrik Stenson’s name and knows the major champion has had plenty of success in past Ryder Cups. He is known as one of the premier ball strikers on the planet and generally excels the bigger the moment gets. On the flip side, Alex Noren is a much “lesser-known name” to the average golf fan, as the 36-year-old Swede has recorded just two top-10s in major championships.
Ironically enough, as the only two Swedish players on European roster, there’s actually a decent chance that we see these two men paired with one another during the team format of play on Friday and Saturday.
Sure, there is a chance that Captain Bjorn sends Henrik out with Justin Rose, as the two men have played wonderfully together in past Ryder Cups. But given how “on form” Justin is at the moment, I’m not sure if Bjorn will pair him with a potentially “questionable” Henrik Stenson.
The fact of the matter is that it’s no secret that Stenson has been hampered by a lingering elbow injury all season long, one that forced him to withdraw from the opening event of the FedEx Cup Playoffs.
Perhaps an extra week of rest could be a good thing, but this injury has bugged him for several months, so I don’t expect it goes away entirely by Friday morning. All signs are pointing to Henrik playing a maximum of 3 matches, and there’s a good possibility that the first two of them are in fourball or foursomes while paired with Noren.
Now flip the coin, and you’ll see that while Stenson is nursing an injury, Noren is the one who comes in with the most dashing results at the host venue. After finishing 8th and 10th at the 2016 and 2017 French Opens at Le Golf National, Noren bested the field at the Albatros Course on July 1st, shooting 65-67 over the weekend to narrowly hold off a trio of runner-up finishers.
Depending on how things play out, Noren should at the very least play as many (if not more) matches as Stenson. And as I alluded to previously, the two men may even play the majority of their golf together!
With all that being said, I find it hard seeing Stenson outscoring Noren and even would be okay betting Alex here at even money.
The fact that Henrik is at -170 and Noren is hanging out at +130, now, that just makes me like this bet that much more!
It’s not so much that I have some huge hunch as to who will win the Ryder Cup.
But I do know how to look up past results, and I have gotten pretty decentat unlocking value, especially when it seems this obvious.
Let me preface this by stating that I am a full-fledged American who will be rooting hard for the Red, White, and Blue. I’m so happy that Tiger Woods is back and playing great golf again, and I’d love to see him bring the Cup back to America.
But the “betting side” of me looks at these odds and can’t help but think that there is some serious value attached to Team Europe. Take a look for yourself.
Remember, ladies and gentlemen, that these matches are being played on European soil, where the United States has not won a Ryder Cup since 1993 when it was contested at the Belfry.
I’m not doubting the leadership of Jim Furyk and his vice-captains. I’m certainly not questioning the talent on the American roster.
But I am not going to sit here and pretend that the European lineup is anything to balk at whatsoever.
Thomas Bjorn’s squad is full of accurate drivers, which should really bode well on a course that demands that you play out of the short grass if you plan on attacking the pins.
Guys like Rory and Rose are going to be tough to beat, and I sense that Sergio Garcia is going to surprise some people and have a really solid week. That should propel rookies like Jon Rahm and Tommy Fleetwood into putting on dazzling performances as well, which will end up making Team Europe an absolute handful.
I’m not guaranteeing a victory by any means, but I’m not going to ignore the attractive +145 price.
The bets I have discussed in this post are just a few of what Bovada.lv is offering for this weekend’s Ryder Cup action. You can go as far betting on which player will hit the first shot or which player will sink the winning putt. Better yet, you can even wager on how many matches make it to the 18th hole or which team ends Day 1 on top of the scoreboard.
The options aren’t endless, but there are a plethora of ways to get yourself invested into the 2018 Ryder Cup. Check out Bovada.lv yourself to make sure you don’t miss out on any of the prop bets that are attached to the festivities in Paris.
There’s nothing quite like the Ryder Cup, and your chance to make some money while watching it all pan out is right now.
The PGA Tour will pick right back up next week with the kickoff to the 2018/2019 FedEx Cup schedule as the players head to Napa to tee it up in the Safeway Open.
There’s no rest for the weary, so I’ll be back at it giving you PGA Tour betting advice next Wednesday!
Just check my Twitter page to stay up to date and informed with all my betting tips.
Until then, enjoy the Ryder Cup!
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The San Francisco 49ers were one of the sneakiest Super Bowl 53 sleepers you could find going into the 2018 NFL season. Kyle Shanahan had pieced together a solid offensive system, and freshly paid franchise quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo appeared to be the man to run it.
Things didn’t go quite as planned through a 1-2 start over the first three weeks, but the Niners didn’t have an easy schedule. There was still plenty of optimism that they could regroup and make some heads roll over the course of the remainder of the season.
Perhaps they would have, but things just got a lot more difficult.
Jimmy G went down with a knee injury in week three, one that was revealed on Monday to be of the season-ending variety. Without their top quarterback, the Niners seem to be headed back to square one and may have no choice but to roll with top backup C.J. Beathard.
That sounds all of the horrible, so perhaps the Niners will get a little ambitious and try to figure something else out. Here are six somewhat realistic options they could consider.
Yeah, the Nike guy who sits/kneels during the national anthem. He’s got a case against the league and a big social platform he’s taking advantage of, but it’s possible he wouldn’t mind rescuing his old team.
I doubt the Niners want to deal with that circus again, but it’s hard to argue that Kap doesn’t give them a better chance than C.J. Beathard.
Another interesting element is the fact that San Francisco is on nationally televised games four times before the end of the year.
49ers have four prime-time games from Week Six through Week 10. Short of a trade for Tom Brady, there's only one guy who can salvage the national TV ratings. pic.twitter.com/pfFV4bFwQF
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) September 24, 2018
To make all of this even more interesting, NFL betting sites like SportsBetting.ag are offering a Colin Kaepernick prop bet that specifically asks if he’ll latch back on with the 49ers in 2018.
My guess would be that isn’t happening, but this is the NFL we’re talking about. Crazy things happen all the time, and there’s no denying Kaepernick offers dual-threat ability and is one of the better options out there.
From a talent perspective, bringing Kap back for one year until Jimmy G gets healthy makes some sense. He’s not a long-term threat, this ends his collusion issue with the NFL, and the Niners might be able to stay competitive.
I don’t think Kaepernick gets them to the Super Bowl (probably not even the playoffs), but if he did either, it’d be one heck of a story.
I’m not sure this is a step up from Kaepernick, especially based on his erratic play with the Bears and Dolphins over the past couple of seasons. That being said, the 35-year-old Cutler has always had a big arm and nice mobility, and there’s still a chance he could thrive in a good system.
That’s certainly something the Niners have going for them, while Cutler would have a deep threat in Marquise Goodwin, a solid possession option in Pierre Garcon, and a rising tight end in George Kittle to work with.
I won’t lie and say Cutler was good in Miami in 2017 or that he’s not close to being done for good.
However, everyone loves a reclamation project, and it sure would be a fun ending to his NFL career if he could swoop in and (try to) play the hero for an injured starter for the second year in a row.
Of the retired/free agent breed, the only quarterback I’d really want is Romo.
I know he’s loving life as a CBS analyst these days (and he’s quite good at it), but Romo is still just 38 years old and could probably come in and pick up Shanny’s offense pretty quickly.
Romo has been fairly emphatic about being satisfied in retirement. He’s got a new job that he loves and still keeps him close to football, so if he ever did go back to the gridiron, it’d probably have to be a truly special opportunity.
I don’t feel like the 49ers really offer Romo what he’d want at this point, but if he did feel they could compete for a championship in 2018, perhaps he’d hear them out.
I’m not here to make a call for Romo, though. All I know is that I think he can still play and that if he wanted to try, he could keep the Niners in contention. Heck, maybe the Niners even get extra ambitious and bring in Dez Bryant, too.
The 49ers were recently spotted bringing in Tom Savage for a visit, so you know they’re pretty desperate. That’s a sign that they’re rolling with C.J. Beathard for now, but it also suggests they’re at least going to look outside their own franchise for some extra help.
I think the best way for them to get better under center will be via trade, and it’s likely going to be for a veteran passer if it happens.
McCown stands out, as he’s really done his job in New York to this point. Sam Darnold is the face of the Jets now, and while McCown could continue helping him mature on the fly, he’s realistically wasting the final year(s) of his career.
McCown is made of glass and hasn’t really ever enjoyed high-level success, but he’s a smart player who knows how to move the ball.
If Shanahan wants a one-year stop-gap that can keep the fort in place until Jimmy G returns, McCown is a solid try.
Foles would be a better option than McCown. He knows how to take advantage of defenses deep down the field, he can manage games, and he’s coming off one of the better Super Bowl performances in NFL history.
Much like McCown, he’s really not needed where he currently is.
Carson Wentz finally made his long-awaited return from a knee injury in week three, and barring another injury, he shouldn’t be giving the ball back to Foles anytime soon.
Foles has had his ups and downs in the league, but he’s still a guy that can win from within the pocket and in the right system can help you make a playoff run.
A clear upgrade over what the Niners presently have, Foles would allow this offense to stretch defenses out and hopefully open things up for Matt Breida and company on the ground.
Few names are hotter than Ryan Fitzpatrick’s right now. Not only was he on an insane tear through the first two weeks of the season, but he wilted in the face of pressure on Monday Night Football in week three.
As good as Fitzpatrick has been in 2018, he’s not the long-term solution for the Buccaneers, and in a matter of hours, many are quickly starting to speculate that Jameis Winston could get his job back when he returns from a three-game suspension next week.
If that’s to be true, Fitzpatrick will soon be relegated to backup duties again, and he’ll be wasting away on the bench. Needless to say, anyone in need of viable quarterback play could then lobby for a trade with Tampa Bay.
If the Bucs are sold on looking ahead with Winston, it wouldn’t be a terrible idea to dump the aging Fitzpatrick for assets and allow Winston to play out the 2018 season without a fan favorite breathing down his neck.
Personally, I really like three options: bringing in Kap, luring Romo out of retirement, and trading for Fitzpatrick. They’re all a lot of fun, and these guys all have unique styles that – in different ways – could help the 49ers make a playoff run this year.
They also wouldn’t be direct threats to Jimmy G’s future with the team, so there’s no real risk in bringing them in for moderate compensation, whether it be as a free agent or via trade.
Shanahan has already pretty much shot down the Kap talk, however, while I don’t think Romo is coming back to play again.
The only viable route is Fitzpatrick, but it’s still possible Tampa Bay just rides the wave out and sees if he can lead them to greatness yet. That, or they just keep him in town in case Winston does something else even dumber than the last thing (I’m not sure that’s possible, though).
Niners fans won’t want to hear it, but ultimately, I bet San Francisco does nothing.
They lost their top quarterback, and that’s a big bummer. Not only was he pretty darn good, but he cost a pretty penny to secure this past offseason. San Francisco committed to him for more than just 2018 or 2019, however, so they will think big picture and try not to overreact too much here.
Even if they did, there’s still the reality that bringing someone else in to try to pick up an offense they don’t know simply is not an easy task. That, plus chemistry can be a concern, and there’s never any guarantee it will work out as planned.
San Francisco’s best course of action is to get C.J. Beathard ready to play for week four and hope he progresses enough throughout the year to keep them in the playoff mix.
From what I’ve seen of Beathard, I don’t envision him leading the 49ers to postseason play. He’s got a good arm and can make plays down the field, but he’s inexperienced and has struggled with turnovers in the past.
The 49ers were a sneaky Super Bowl sleeper, and now they’re not. In a division run by the undefeated Los Angeles Rams, I wouldn’t be chasing the Niners as a threat for the NFC West anytime soon, either.
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One of the many industries that embraced Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies is the world of online gambling. The new technology brings many advantages to the table. You enjoy fast payments, low fees, and stay anonymous.
As a result, plenty of online gambling sites have adopted Bitcoin. You can play poker, casino games, bet on sports, or pick one of the many other services that work with the cryptocurrency. Gambling with Bitcoin is rapidly increasing in popularity, and I for one am not surprised.
Of course, some of the operators in the markets are better than others. In this post, I will go through some of the tips you should follow when choosing a Bitcoin gambling site. They will help you find the best match on the market.
Before I actually proceed with some useful tips, let’s take a quick look at the main reasons why Bitcoin is so good when it comes to online gambling.
Anonymous – There are plenty of Bitcoin casinos and sportsbooks that actually allow you to be anonymous. This means all restrictions by the local laws, such as those in the USA, are hard to enforce Low Fees – Most Bitcoin transactions come with low and no fees at all which allows the online gambling operators to invest more in promotions and better odds Speed – Both deposits and withdrawals with Bitcoin are almost instant. The advantage of the cryptocurrency over traditional payment options is evident when you cash out No Taxes – Even if your country requires you to pay taxes on online gambling winnings, you can go around that if you decide to go for Bitcoin as a payment option Bigger Promos – You can find some Bitcoin bonuses and promotions that are much bigger compared to what old-school gambling operators have to offer Decentralized – Unlike other currencies, Bitcoin has no central authority that makes the decisions. Everything is transparent and available in the blockchain Provably Fair – Another advantage of the technology is that it allows developers to create provably fair games. This solution helps the user verify that the random number generator behind each product is genuinely randomIf you want to learn more about that last point, our provably fair guide will certainly help. We also expand on all the above points and more in our page on the pros and cons of using Bitcoin.
Now that I’ve explained some of the reasons for using Bitcoin to gamble with, let’s move on to choosing which site(s) to use.
The first thing you need to do is determine what form of gambling you’re interested in. Casino games, poker, sports betting, or something else? Or maybe a combination of everything.
Once you’re done with that, it’s time for the next decision. Which TYPE of Bitcoin gambling site should you use?
There are two broad types of online gambling sites that support Bitcoin. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. Your decision of what to pick should be based on your needs and priorities.
Here are details on what to expect from each type.
The first group consists of the so-called hybrid sites. These usually are traditional gambling operators that decided to integrate Bitcoin alongside traditional payment options. They can accept the cryptocurrency directly or through some other provider.
Hybrid sites have typically been around for a while already and simply added Bitcoin to their portfolio at some point.
For example, you can find casinos that support both the cryptocurrency and games by popular operators such as Microgaming or NetEnt. Also, the option to use a more traditional payment provider like credit cards, wire transfers, or e-wallets might come handy at some point.
Another plus is the regulation. A hybrid operator is more likely to have a proper gambling license from a respected authority. However, it won’t provide you with provably fair games.
There are other downsides. If you decide to go for a hybrid operator, you won’t benefit from some of the main advantages of Bitcoin.
For a start, you will most likely be required to open a registration and fill in personal information about yourself. As a result, you won’t be anonymous anymore. This means that players from countries like the USA and other places where online gambling is restricted can’t go for hybrids. Also, you might have tax issues if you go this route.
The other group of gambling operators is purely Bitcoin- or crypto-based. They are usually newer and work only with cryptocurrencies, and BTC is the main option. You won’t find other payment providers like Visa, Skrill, or PayPal.
The leading benefit of such gambling websites is that you stay anonymous and use all the perks of Bitcoin. One of them is the provably fair technology. It gives you the means to check each game yourself, instead of relying on various gambling commissions and other external regulators.
However, the quality of Bitcoin-only products is usually a bit behind the hybrid operators. They haven’t been around for as long, so they’re not as experienced in terms of delivering a top-quality service.
If you still can’t decide which type of Bitcoin gambling operator is for you, you should probably check our recommendations for gambling sites accepting Bitcoin.
This is a general rule when it comes to online gambling, and Bitcoin sites are not an exception. You should be careful, as there are harmful companies that will try to scam you out there. Unfortunately, this probably won’t change anytime soon.
You should stick only to operators with a solid reputation and a license from a respected gambling commission. The best in the business are located in the United Kingdom and Malta, but not many Bitcoin-only sites are licensed there.
If you decide to go for Bitcoin-only websites, you will rarely find platforms licensed by the best commissions out there. Still, there are other options like Curacao and Kahnawake.
The good news is that many crypto gambling operators will provide open-source and provably fair products. This is a good testimony to the fairness of the games they offer.
The next important factor should be the quality of the Bitcoin gambling platform you pick.
There are some operators that provide products that don’t really belong in 2018. They might have poor graphics, for example, or endless loading times. These kinds of issues can really spoil the whole online gambling experience.
Fortunately, there are plenty of poker rooms, casinos, and sportsbooks that work with Bitcoin and actually offer solid quality.
There are tons of online gambling operators out there. Even if you remove those that don’t work with Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, the list is still very long. As a result, the competition for customers between the different websites is fierce.
This works well for the players, as there are many benefits. One of the best among them is the abundance of bonuses and promotions that provide extra value.
If a gambling site doesn’t offer much in the way of bonuses and rewards, there needs to be lots of other benefits to make up for that. Even then, you’ll probably be able to get most of those benefits AND the bonuses and rewards at some sites.
The difference between winning and losing in the long run may easily depend on the promotions you have access to. This is why it is bordering on essential to pick a Bitcoin gambling site that provides plenty of added value.
If you’ve gotten through the tips so far, you should already have a good idea what to look for. However, there are other aspects of each Bitcoin gambling platform you should probably consider.
It’s possible that you might need help at some point. This is why the Bitcoin casino or bookmaker you picked should have a reliable customer support service.
Ideally, there will be a live chat feature or another way to contact the staff in real time.
While the Bitcoin transactions are very fast, not all gambling operators will send you the money instantly. In fact, most of them have a pending period for each withdrawal for security reasons.
Something like 12 or 24 hours is perfectly acceptable. However, you shouldn’t have to wait for a couple of days or even more.
The good news is that most Bitcoin gambling sites offer a solid mobile version. However, some are better than others.
If you intend to play on the go, you’d better check the mobile compatibility of the operator.
This one applies specifically to Bitcoin poker rooms and betting exchanges. The concept behind such products requires at least some traffic to work. Make sure you are joining a platform that has the bare minimum covered.
The operators on our list of recommended Bitcoin gambling sites easily provide a reliable service that ticks all or at least most of the boxes.
The Bitcoin gambling industry is developing rapidly. You can already find plenty of reliable options, and the variety is only getting better.On top of that, the possibilities of the blockchain as a technology are endless.
Now is a great time to join the party and take advantage of the power of Bitcoin. And in fact, it’s not JUST Bitcoin you should be looking into for the purposes of online gambling. There are some gambling sites that accept other forms of cryptocurrency, too.
If you prefer Ethereum, Litecoin, or some other crypto to Bitcoin, be sure to check out our recommended list of cryptocurrency gambling sites.
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