Betting Picks

The UFC is back after taking last weekend off and back in Pittsburgh, PA for the first time since 2011. Two “Cowboys” headline the event, but plenty of great fighters – 12 in total – fill out the main card which starts up on Sunday at 9:00pm EST. Previewing the top betting options, and making our pick for what Cowboy will reign supreme in the ring.

Front-runners in the Metropolitan Division, and the entire National Hockey League, Washington hosts Pacific Division leading Los Angeles as part of the eight game slate on the wagering board at BetOnline tonight. The Capitals have been in cruise control all season in the Eastern Conference while the Kings continue to own second place overall in the Western Conference race. Puck drop for this possible Stanley Cup Finals duel is slated for 7:00 PM ET on February 16, 2016, at the Verizon Center in Washington D.C. Back the Caps.

In a rematch of the 2015 National Hockey League Western Conference Finals, and meeting for the third time this season, Anaheim visits Chicago tonight. The Blackhawks own the top perch in the West while the Ducks have started to soar following some early season struggles. Puck drop for this NHL Central vs Pacific Division duel is slated for 8:30 PM ET on February 13, 2016, at the United Center, in Chicago, Illinois. We like the Hawks in this contest.

The biggest stars and celebrities head to Toronto, Canada for the NBA All-Star Weekend where frigid temperatures are expected outside but the hardwood should be on fire. The All-Star Weekend - outside of the excitement - provides bettors with plenty of prop betting actions to keep them busy while most NBA enjoys over a week off from play. Previewing Saturday's Skills Competitions and Sunday's All-Star game, both starting at 8:00pm EST on their respective days.

A freshly revamped Toronto Maple Leafs roster plays against a freshly healthy Edmonton Oilers in the battle of the NHL's bottom dwellers. The two teams currently sit tied for last place in the league but recent history has the Maple Leafs looking like the better betting options on Thursday night at 9:00pm EST.

National Hockey League action is our focus tonight as a light three-game NHL schedule features battles of divisional foes. First up, at 8:00 PM ET on February 10, 2016, the Pittsburgh Penguins host the New York Rangers for a Metropolitan Division showdown at the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh, PA. That contest is followed by the Vancouver Canucks visiting the Arizona Coyotes for a Pacific Division duel at 9:30 PM ET at the Gila River Arena in Glendale, AZ. Expecting a couple of close contests between these division rivals – we are taking the pucks offered at Sportsbook.ag and backing the visitors here.

Giving way to the National Football League Super Bowl Sunday showdown, the National Hockey League has three matches on their short slate today and all of them will be over prior to the 6:35 PM ET Super Bowl 50 start time. The earliest of the early battles has our attention as Washington and Philadelphia are set to duel in the District at high Noon. The Flyers and Capitals both played afternoon games yesterday so it’s a quick turnaround, with travel, for these Eastern Conference foes. This Metropolitan Division action is slated for 12:00 PM ET on February 7, 2016, at the Verizon Center in Washington D.C.

The Super Bowl is oh so close and now is the time to start laying down some money on some of the hundreds of prop bet options out there. We are here to highlight the top 5 prop bets to make for Sunday's spectacular.

Wow! The excitement is certainly palpable as we are now just two sleeps away from the 2016 National Football League Championship game. Many tales (conspiracy theories) have been spun, with more still to be weaved, so let's add to the tapestry with a look at the Team Penalty prop bet posted at the Bovada sportsbook. Though important in any game, self-discipline is ultra important in the Super Bowl. Penalties are down in the playoffs, especially offensive holding calls, but will it remain that way when Super Bowl Sunday kicks off at 6:35 PM ET on February 7, 2016, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, CA? Here's a look at the possible Clete Affect during the NFL Championship.