1979 stories by Steve Bittenbender
Analysts, Handicappers Expect Murray to Go First in Thursday’s NFL Draft
The NFL Draft starts on Thursday, and right now it still appears that Kyler Murray will hear his name called when Commissioner Roger Goodell announces the first pick. A check of NFL analyst mock drafts, as well as sportsbook prop bets, show...
Delaware North Sues Miomni Over West Virginia Sportsbook Snafu
Delaware North iGaming, Inc. announced on Friday it filed a lawsuit against its partner on claims it lied about owning technology needed for a joint venture sports betting platform that ultimately failed in West Virginia. The hospitality company, which filed the suit...
California Board Gives Santa Anita Green Light to Continue Horse Racing as Other Tracks Join Push for Reforms
The California Horse Racing Board took no action against Santa Anita during its monthly meeting Thursday. As a result, the Arcadia track will continue hosting races for the duration of its meet. The Board scheduled time to give its members a chance...
Latest Tunica Casino Closure Shows Arkansas as a Growing Power
It’s not only the bettors who can lose in the gambling industry. Sometimes, the casinos themselves end up getting beat. On Tuesday, Penn National Gaming announced it would close the Resorts Casino in Tunica, Miss. later this year. The venue is one...
Human Rights Advocates Want Kentucky Horse Racing Panel to Ban Dubai Ruler Accused of Kidnapping Daughter
Human rights activists called on the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission to ban Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum from entering his horses in races at Churchill Downs, possibly including the track’s Derby week card. The issue stems from the Dubai ruler’s decision...
Likely Kentucky Derby Favorite Omaha Beach Arrives at Churchill Downs as Smith Opts to Ride Arkansas Derby Winner
Omaha Beach arrived in Louisville, Ky., on Tuesday afternoon, and a short time later, his rider for the Kentucky Derby was confirmed. According to the Daily Racing Form, jockey Mike Smith told trainer Richard Mandella that he would take the mount on...
English Soccer Legend Accused of Placing 140 Bets on Matches as Club Owner
England’s soccer community was turned upside down Tuesday as the country’s Football Association leveled gambling charges against one of its greatest players. The governing body alleged Paul Scholes placed 140 bets on games from August 2015 to this January. That period is...
Congressmen Seek National Drug, Safety Standards for Horse Racing, While Some Worry Bettors May Foot Bill
Two Congressmen have introduced legislation that would bring uniformity to horse racing regulations across the United States. However, at least one group worries bettors may end up bearing the brunt for the sport’s reforms. The Horseracing Integrity Act is the brainchild of...
Golden State Heavy First Round Favorites over Clippers as NBA Playoffs Start Saturday
There is never really such a thing as a sure bet, but oddsmakers think the Golden State Warriors advancing out of the first round of the National Basketball Association playoffs is close to it. The Warriors, the two-time defending world champions and...
Road to Kentucky Derby to Make Final Stops at Oaklawn, Keeneland on Saturday
The road to the Kentucky Derby comes to an end on Saturday as the final two preps for the most coveted prize in horse racing take place at Oaklawn and Keeneland. The Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn Racing and Gaming in Hot Springs...
