1979 stories by Steve Bittenbender
Sports Betting Analysis: Is Churchill Downs Pulling Up Online or Saving Ground?
Over the past two weeks, there has been more chatter about Churchill Downs Inc.’s decision to pull away from online sports betting than there ever was about the Louisville company’s actual operations in the market. That may not be factually accurate, but...
Tom Brady Shocker: Comeback for 23rd Season Changes NFL Odds
While most of America was busy studying their NCAA Tournament brackets, Tom Brady decided to scrap his retirement plans. The NFL’s GOAT shocked the sports world Sunday evening when he announced on social media that he would not retire, and would don...
March Madness is Here: Gonzaga Enters NCAA Tournament as Favorites
The field is set for the 2022 NCAA men’s basketball tournament, and oddsmakers have set a clear favorite among the 68 teams. Gonzaga, the overall top seed, is considered the team to beat during March Madness. Last year’s national runner-up lost its...
Indiana’s February Sports Betting Handle, Casino Revenues Up Big from ’21
Indiana saw more sports betting activity in February than it did a year ago, but the sportsbooks didn’t see much of a difference. The state’s licensed sportsbooks reported a collective handle for $409.1 million for the month, according to figures released by...
Problem Gambling After Shootout Led To Tax Issues, But Cincy Man Gets Probation
The former owner of a Cincinnati nightclub who turned to gambling after a deadly shootout led to his bar’s closure will serve three years of probation. That's after he pled guilty on Friday to filing a false tax return. US District Judge...
Caesars Sportsbook Plans Online Horse Racing App Powered by NYRA
Caesars Sportsbook earlier this week announced plans to unveil an online wagering application for horse racing. On Thursday, the mobile sports betting and iGaming operator said its racebook would be available for download this spring. Caesars will use NYRABets, the advance-deposit wagering...
NFL Posts Sports Betting VP Job Days After Suspending Calvin Ridley
The timing may be a bit curious to some, but the National Football League posted a job opening on Friday morning: Vice President, General Manager – Sports Betting. As Bill King from Sports Business Journal noted, the league actually created the position...
Kentucky Derby Bettors Liking Forbidden Kingdom in Futures Pool
The next-to-last Kentucky Derby future wager pool opened on Friday. So far, bettors agree with oddsmakers, as Forbidden Kingdom is the early favorite among the 23 horses available for betting. While the field of all other 3-year-olds was at 3-1 odds early...
‘Uncle Mick’ Gets 18 Months for Running Chicago-Area Illegal Sports Betting Ring
The man who led an intricate Chicago-area illegal sports betting operation found out Wednesday that he’ll serve 18 months in federal prison for his crimes. Vincent “Uncle Mick” DelGiudice was sentenced in a Chicago federal court after pleading guilty last year to...
DraftKings CEO Jason Robins Warns Investors They’ll ‘Regret’ Selling Falling Stock
With his company’s stock mired in a six-month freefall, DraftKings Chairman and CEO Jason Robins lashed out on Twitter Tuesday night. He posted a provocative message aimed at those who traded away shares in the sports entertainment, gaming, and technology company earlier...
