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The Sharp 600 - Sports Betting Podcast

The Sharp 600 - Sports Betting Podcast

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Ep 266266: Episode 266: Winning Kentucky Derby Strategy and More with Monique Vág

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Monique Vág to chat about winning strategies for this weekend's Kentucky Derby, and plenty of other sports betting tips.Monique and host Rob Cressy discuss: Mindsets for navigating the current volatility and uncertainty in sports. Staying rational during in-game or short-term swings. Analyzing Tiz The Law and the Kentucky Derby field. The strange return of NCAA football. You can find Monique Vág on Twitter @ParlayQueen. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats.Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast.Good luck and be safe out there!

Sep 3, 202029 min

Ep 265265: Episode 265: NFL and NBA betting with Frank Schwab

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Yahoo Sports senior NFL and sports betting writer Frank Schwab to chat about sports betting in the current NBA and upcoming NFL season. Frank and host Rob Cressy discuss: Frank's mindset to thinking about/approaching sports betting. Understanding line movements Finding value in live betting sports events. How important half points truly are in spreads? Frank's best-remaining betting values in the NBA. You can find Frank Schwab on Twitter @YahooSchwab. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

Aug 26, 202032 min

Ep 264264: Episode 264: Inside the Vegas Books with Chris Andrews

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes author and South Point sportsbook director Chris Andrews to chat about what's happening behind the scenes in Vegas in this new world of sports betting. Chris and host Rob Cressy discuss: The current sports-betting climate, and new community dynamics Trends and aberrations in the changing betting market The math behind odds for heavy favorites The books' take on the uncertainty of college football Early (heavy) interest on upcoming NFL betting Reactions to early upsets in the NBA playoffs Insights on Stanley Cup playoff action in NHL You can find Chris Andrews on Twitter @andrewssports. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

Aug 20, 202031 min

Ep 263263: Episode 263: UFC 252 and football betting with Lee Sterling

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Paramount Sports handicapper Lee Sterling to chat about betting this weekend’s UFC 252, as well as some thoughts on the upcoming college and NFL football seasons. Bill and host Rob Cressy discuss: Lee’s approach to sports betting Will College football get on the field this season? Lee’s thoughts on Miocic-Cormier 3 Where to get value in Sean O’Malley vs. Marlon Vera How will Dos Santos-Rozenstruick play out? Finding value in the rest of the main card You can find Lee Sterling on Twitter @paramountsports. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

Aug 12, 202029 min

Ep 262262: Episode 262: Smart Bets for the PGA Championship with Bill Krackomberger

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes professional sports bettor Bill Krackomberger to chat about the PGA Championship, and smarter golf betting. Bill and host Rob Cressy discuss: Different ways to bet on golf tournaments Bill's breakdown of popular contenders' odds (including Tiger) Advantages of betting matchups vs. futures/outrights Intangibles and other angles to consider Quick tips for fantasy golf You can find Bill Krackomberger on Twitter @BillKrackman. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

Aug 4, 202030 min

Ep 261261: Episode 261: Winning NBA & NHL Playoff Betting with Steve Merril

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes professional handicapper Steve Merril to chat about winning strategies for NBA and NHL playoff betting in a wild week for sports. Steve and host Rob Cressy discuss: The MLB COVID outbreak, and the possible fallout The impact of the bubble setting on NBA playoff odds History-based strategy for NBA playoff betting, and profitable angles Potential advantages of avoiding playoff favorites & futures Winning mindsets for NHL playoff bets, and the absence of home ice The effect of the long layoff on the hockey season's wear & tear The impact of goalie momentum and depth for playoff runs Increased variance, and hedging out on long-shot futures bets You can find Steve Merril on Twitter @SteveMerril. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

Jul 28, 202033 min

Ep 260260: Episode 260: MLB Betting How-To with Jason Logan

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Covers Senior Industry Analyst/Managing Editor Jason Logan, to talk about the return of MLB betting. Jason and host Rob Cressy discuss: The impact of new NL DH and extra-innings rules Adjustments by books to the new rules & schedule Best betting practices for runline vs. moneyline Measuring odds vs. elite pitching The importance of the first five inning wager What to look for when betting on dogs Value of home vs. away lines with COVID circumstances Capitalizing on increased divisional matchups How to navigate live betting Spotting reliable trends You can find Jason Logan on Twitter @CoversJLo. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

Jul 21, 202024 min

Ep 259259: Episode 259: PGA's The Memorial Tournament with Jeff Sherman

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Superbook at Westgate VP of Risk Management Jeff Sherman, to talk about The Memorial Tournament, this weekend's PGA event. Jeff and host Rob Cressy discuss: The impact of COVID-19 and other sports' absences on golf betting Betting smart on the much-anticipated return of Tiger Woods Bryson DeChambeau and his scorching hot streak Sleeper picks in a deep field Navigating matchup bets among the field's top golfers Props that the Superbook has running this weekend Tips on who to target or fade at The Memorial Tournament You can find Jeff Sherman on Twitter @golfodds. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

Jul 14, 202016 min

Ep 258258: Episode 258: Betting UFC 251 with Nick Kalikas

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Circa Sports Risk Supervisor Nick Kalikas to talk about betting the UFC 251 card. The first of four UFC events at "Fight Island" in Abu Dhabi, UFC 251 is a loaded card that features three title fights, including the heavily-anticipated Kamaru Usman vs. Jorge Masvidal bout — which Masvidal only agreed to on Monday! The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Circa Sports Risk Supervisor Nick Kalikas to talk about betting the UFC 251 card. He and host Rob Cressy discuss: How the location will affect the fighting card. Action update on Usman vs. Masvidal. Who has the advantage from Masvidal accepting on short notice? What makes Kamaru Usman so dangerous? Betting Volkanovski-Holloway II. Is it smart to parlay two bigger favorites? Where is the betting value in Petr Yan vs. Jose Aldo? Thoughts on Namajunas vs. Andrade Round 2. How do you bet Ribas vs. VanZant, when there's such a huge favorite? You can find Nick Kalikas on Twitter @FightOdds. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

Jul 8, 202036 min

Ep 257257: Episode 257: MLB Win Totals and More with Andrew Caley

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Covers.com senior publishing editor Andrew Caley to talk about the soon-to-restart MLB season. America’s favorite pastime will be back July 23, with a shortened season, and several important rule changes. How will this impact baseball betting for 2020? Andrew and host Rob Cressy discuss: · 2020 season changes, including the short schedule and universal DHs · Which teams will benefit from this format, and what trends to expect · World Series favorites and sleeper picks · Player futures, AL MVP sleepers, and matchup-specific value · The impact of strong bullpens on live and futures bets · Winning strategies from KBO betting to translate to MLB · Andrew’s picks for team and player futures, and a word of caution You can find Andrew Caley on Twitter @Covers_Caley. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats with hashtag #Sharp600 and tag @Covers. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast!

Jul 2, 202032 min

Ep 256256: Episode 256: The state of U.S. sports betting legalization with Daniel Wallach

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes gaming law expert and Wallach Legal founder Daniel Wallach to talk about the current state of sports betting legalization. Monday’s news that California’s legislation to legalize sports betting had been pulled was a huge setback. How does this affect other states and the future of sports betting? Daniel and host Rob Cressy discuss: · The impact of COVID-19 on lost state revenue and potential legislation· The future of legal sports betting in Florida· Sports betting as a game of skill vs. chance· Mobile betting as a key component to legalization· The dated nature of in-person acquisition for casinos and sportsbooks· The latest developments in California’s legalization process · Which states are likely to introduce legalization sooner than later? You can find Daniel Wallach on Twitter @WallachLegal. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats with hashtag #Sharp600 and tag @Covers. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast!

Jun 23, 202020 min

Ep 255255: Episode 255: Betting the Belmont Stakes with racing expert Scott Shapiro

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes horse racing analyst Scott Shapiro of Twin Spires to talk about the Belmont Stakes, the altered Triple Crown schedule, and how to adjust your bets accordingly. Due to COVID-19, the Triple Crown schedule has been rearranged. Normally the third race, the Belmont is now the first leg with the Kentucky Derby and Preakness to follow. Not only that, the Belmont’s length has been shortened from 12 furlongs to nine. What does this all mean? Scott and host Rob Cressy discuss: - The track and length adjustments - Tiz the Law, and historical data on betting the favorite - Post position, and the advantage of inside vs. outside - Long shots and where the best underdog value lies - Making smarter high-risk bets and rounding out parlays - Risk-adverse plays with enjoyment in mind - Tiz the Law as a Triple Crown Winner? - The best time to place bets and finding value in late odds - Scott’s top Belmont Stakes picks You can find Scott Shapiro on Twitter @ScottShap34. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats with hashtag #Sharp600. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast.

Jun 18, 202024 min

Ep 254254: Episode 254: Charles Schwab Challenge and Betting Golf with Bill Krackomberger

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes professional sports bettor Bill Krackomberger to talk about the Charles Schwab Challenge and how to bet on golf. Another major sport returns this weekend, when the PGA Tour restarts with the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial, featuring a star-studded field that features 18 of the world's Top-20 ranked golfers. The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes professional sports bettor Bill Krackomberger to talk about the Charles Schwab Challenge and how to bet on golf. He and host Rob Cressy discuss: Making the most of betting in Vegas as everything reopens Bankroll management What to look for when betting on a golf event The dangers in betting straight-up golf futures Golf betting value residing in head-to-head matchups Why betting on the big names is bad value Head-to-head matchups he likes at the Charles Schwab Challenge You can find Bill Krackomberger on Twitter @BillKrackman. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

Jun 9, 202029 min

Ep 253253: Episode 253: Betting the Korea Baseball Organization with Andrew Caley

The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Covers Senior Publishing Editor Andrew Caley to talk about betting on the Korea Baseball Organization, and how to extract the most value from your bets. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a shortage of professional sports to bet on, and with the start of the Major League Baseball delayed indefinitely, the KBO has provided an interim option for baseball bettors to find action. The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Covers Senior Publishing Editor Andrew Caley to talk about betting on the Korea Baseball Organization, and how to extract the most value from your bets. He and host Rob Cressy discuss: How to bet on KBO games What stats to use when doing KBO betting research The best websites for finding accurate KBO stats Favorite types of KBO bets Live betting on KBO games KBO teams that could provide great value going forward You can find Andrew Caley on Twitter @covers_caley. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

Jun 3, 202023 min

Ep 252252: Episode 252: The return of NHL betting and 40 years of bookmaking with Chris Andrews

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Sports fans were given a glimmer of hope Tuesday when The NHL announced their plans for returning to action with a special 24-team tournament. At the same time, MLB owners and players simply can’t get on the same page to restart their season, an increasingly costly failure. Also, after more than four decades of oddsmaking, there comes some wisdom that is difficult to find… except perhaps in a book. The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes South Point sportsbook director Chris Andrews to talk about NHL Playoff betting action, reactions from Tiger vs. Phil 2, his new book and more. He and host Rob Cressy discuss: • Betting results from Tiger vs. Phil 2 • Could The Match II change future golf broadcasts? • What other The Match II-style pairings would make good TV? • Finding value in the special NHL playoff format • Will this NHL playoffs see an increase in betting action? • Did MLB miss out on a golden opportunity? • Chris’ book “Then One Day... 40 Years Of Bookmaking In Nevada” • Recognizing value where others don’t • The future of innovation in sports betting You can find Chris Andrews on Twitter @andrewssports. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

May 27, 202030 min

Ep 251251: Episode 251: Betting Tiger vs. Phil: The Match II golf odds with Jeff Sherman

One of the biggest events of the current COVID-19 sports scene is Tiger vs. Phil: The Match II, which takes place at Medalist Golf Club in Hobe Sound, Florida. Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson will be joined by NFL quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Tom Brady in a charity matchplay event on May 24. The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes renowned golf oddsmaker Jeff Sherman from The SuperBook to talk about setting the betting lines and props around The Match II. He and host Rob Cressy discuss: Early action on Tiger vs. Phil 2 How much money will be bet on The Match II? Tiger's home-field advantage Mickelson's motivation vs Tiger's form Capping Brady vs. Manning Finding betting edges in this fun format Pricing the best prop picks for Tiger vs. Phil Golf betting tips and tactics You can find Jeff Sherman on Twitter @golfodds and golfodds.com. Connect with Rob Cressy @robcressy on Twitter and send in your feedback, best bets and bad beats. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Good luck and be safe out there!

May 20, 202021 min

Ep 250250: Episode 250: NFL Week 1 odds and lookahead lines with oddsmaker Jeff Davis

The 2020 NFL schedule release sparked Week 1 odds as well as lookahead lines for the biggest NFL games of the season. The Sharp 600 welcomes Jeff Davis, director of trading for Caesars Entertainment, to the podcast to talk about how oddsmakers set spreads and totals this far out from football season. Host Rob Cressy and Jeff discuss: The Vegas scene during COVID-19 shutdown How excited bookies and bettors were for NFL odds How books set and manage NFL lookahead lines Which early NFL odds hold betting value? Monday Night Football and Thanksgiving Day lines Will sports-starved fans bet big when leagues come back? Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast! Reach out to Rob on Twitter @robcressy with your feedback, best bets, and bad beats. Good luck and be safe out there!

May 12, 202021 min

Ep 249249: Episode 249: Best bets and predictions for UFC 249 with Brian Edwards

The UFC answers the bell for action-starved sports bettors with a huge card for UFC 249 this Saturday, including a massive main event between Trevor Ferguson and Justin Gaethje. The Sharp 600 welcomes professional handicapper Brian Edwards to the podcast, discussing his best bets and predictions for the UFC 249 odds. He and host Rob Cressy discuss the best ways to wager: Ferguson vs. Gaethje Cejudo vs. Cruz Ngannou vs. Rozenstruik Hardy vs. de Castro Stephens vs. Kattar You can connect with Brian Edwards on Twitter @vegasbedwards and reach out to Rob with your feedback, suggestions, best bets and bad beats on Twitter @robcressy. Remember to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Best of luck and be safe out there!

May 6, 202026 min

Ep 248248: Episode 248: Betting the post-draft NFL odds with DaRealPapaBear

The 2020 NFL Draft is over which means it's time to start looking at NFL futures odds and how that influx of new talent will impact our football bets. The Sharp 600 welcomes back pro handicapper Sean Lockart - AKA DaRealPapaBear - to run down how he's sizing up the post-draft NFL landscape, including: Sleeper running backs to watch Betting late rounds of draft: Yes or No? Grading impact draft picks Early NFL season win total bets Offensive Rookie of the Year prop picks Follow Sean on Twitter @DaRealPapaBear and connect with Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy @robcressy. Send Rob your favorite bets, bad beats and feedback on what you would like to hear on the podcast. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600.Good luck and be safe out there!

Apr 29, 202032 min

Ep 247247: Episode 247: NFL Draft prop picks and betting strategy with Rohit Ponnaiya

The NFL Draft is a salvation for sports bettors during the COVID-19 shutdown, with a massive menu of NFL Draft betting props at most sportsbooks. The Sharp 600 dives into the best bets and strategies with the help of Covers.com editor Rohit Ponnaiya (@Covers_Ro), who has been living the NFL Draft odds since they hit the board last month. Host Rob Cressy and Rohit discuss: Biggest draft rumors and rumblings Favorite betting props and picks Capping the QB draft props Value in betting the top running backs Wide receivers worth a wager Be sure to subscribe, rank and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send feedback, best bets and bad beats to Rob on Twitter @robcressy. Good luck with your NFL Draft bets and be safe out there!

Apr 21, 202028 min

Ep 246246: Episode 246: Horse racing betting basics with racing expert Scott Shapiro

The Sharp 600 takes to the tracks for this special podcast, giving you the betting basics when it comes to horse racing. Host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) welcomes racing expert Scott Shapiro (@ScottShap34) of TwinSpires.com, as they discuss: The differences between betting sports and horse racing How to pick a winning horse The different types of horse racing bets Betting strategy and money management at the track Be sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast. Share your best and worst betting stories, picks and predictions, as well as what you would like to hear on the podcast by reaching out to Rob on Twitter @robcressy and watch Covers' Sharp 600 podcasts on https://www.covers.com/editorial/podcasts. Good luck and thanks for listening!

Apr 16, 202029 min

Ep 245245: Episode 245: Betting bankroll management may not be sexy, but it's damn essential

The Sharp 600 has been asked by our listeners to provide insights into betting bankroll management, and we do just that with the help of Covers' Andrew Caley (@Covers_Caley). He and host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) break down the bankroll basics as well as pitfalls to watch out for when betting on sports. Where to start with bankroll management How to set your units and grade your picks Rob and Andrew share their best - and worst - betting stories The finer points of building blanket forts during COVID-19 quarantine Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Apr 8, 202027 min

Ep 244244: Episode 244: How coronavirus impacts NFL betting with Doug Kezirian

The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) brings on ESPN Daily Wager host Doug Kezirian (@dougespn) to breakdown how COVID-19 could alter the NFL odds and his best bets for the upcoming NFL season, including: Jordan Love moving up the draft board? Brady's impact on the Buccaneers culture? New England's QB situation What it takes to beat Baltimore Can the Steelers stay consistent? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Apr 1, 202040 min

Ep 243243: Episode 243: Coronavirus suspension from a Las Vegas perspective with Patrick Everson

The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) gives some tips on how to keep your sports betting rolling during the coronavirus suspension and brings on Patrick Everson (@covers_vegas), Senior Writer for Covers, to give some insight into how sports betting in Vegas has been impacted during the Covid-19 pandemic including: The prospect of political betting being approved for legal U.S. books Casual fans taking their betting to the next level with these brand new sports Taking the time to look at futures bets during the COVID-19 suspension Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Mar 24, 202027 min

Ep 242242: Episode 242: Capping during COVID-19 and betting NFL free agency with Bill Krackomberger

Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) gives some insight on how you can keep your sports betting rolling during the coronavirus sports cancellations, and brings on professional sports bettor Bill Krackomberger (@billkrackman) to breakdown a busy week in NFL free agency as well as the MLB futures odds, including: Tom Brady saying goodbye to New England Overvaluing the Yankees How betting is effected if COVID-19 stays Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Mar 17, 202029 min

Ep 241241: Episode 241: Capping the NCAA conference tournaments with Sam Panayotovich

With NCAA conference tournament week tipping off, The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) brings in Sam Panayotovich (@spshoot), sports betting analyst, to break down the best bets to look out for during the upcoming NCAA conference tournaments including: Michigan State staying hot Florida staying competitive San Diego State not being tested Big teams to under perform before March Madness Ohio State to surprise Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Mar 10, 202031 min

Ep 240240: Episode 240: Making the most out of March Madness betting with Scott Shapiro

This week on The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) brings on Scott Shapiro (@scottshap34), analyst for BetAmerica, to run down the best ways to bet on college hoops during tournament season including: Michigan State's odds on making it to the Final Four Duke being overvalued Virginia's lack of offense keeping them from going back-to-back Kentucky being overlooked Subscribe, rate, and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Mar 4, 202025 min

Ep 239239: Episode 239: Cashing in on MLB win totals with Andrew Caley

The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) starts off the episode by giving some insights on live betting the NBA. He then welcomes on Covers Senior Publishing Editor Andrew Caley (@Covers_Caley) to break down the best bets for this year's MLB win totals, including: The controversial Houston Astros The underachieving Los Angeles Angels The possible decline of the Cleveland Indians Subscribe, rate, and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Feb 26, 202030 min

Ep 238238: Episode 238: Best ways to bet boxing and the Wilder-Fury II fight

Rob Cressy (@robcressy) is joined by Evan Korn (@kornerman44), director of media relations at Top Rank Boxing, to break down the best ways to bet boxing and give insights on how to make the most of your betting for the upcoming Wilder-Fury II fight including: The unpredictability of Deontay Wilder Tyson Fury's height and weight advantage Trusting Wilder's stamina Make sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Feb 20, 202019 min

Ep 237237: Episode 237: How to bet on NASCAR and the Daytona 500

The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) welcomes on Eric Smith (@eric_racereview), Auto Racing Advisor at Covers Experts, to bring you the best ways to bet on NASCAR for this year's cup series and the upcoming Daytona 500, including: Wagering on multiple drivers The importance of teams The favorites, long shots, sleepers. and best bets for the Daytona 500 Make sure to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Feb 13, 202031 min

Ep 236236: Episode 236: NBA midseason breakdown with Rohit Ponnaiya

The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) gives his thoughts on the XFL's opening weekend and the league's betting potential. He then welcomes on Rohit Ponnaiya (@Covers_Ro), publishing editor and writer at Covers, to break down the best bets and predictions for the rest of the NBA season, including: The 76ers' under production The Raptors coming out of the east Betting both of the L.A. teams to go all the way The Grizzlies in the playoff hunt Betting on the underdogs in the All-Star competitions Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Feb 11, 202027 min

Ep 235235: Episode 235: Diving into the UFC 247 best bets and odds with Brian Edwards.

This week on The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) brings in Brian Edwards (@Vegasbedwards) of VegasInsider to run through the best bets and odds for UFC 247 with betting angles and predictions for the main card such as: Jon Jones in for a barn burner Ilir Latifi moving into heavyweight Valentina Shevchenko defending her title Subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Feb 6, 202024 min

Ep 234234: Episode 234: Make big bucks from the pucks. Beating the NHL odds with Josh Inglis

With the dust settling on football season, host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) looks back on the best bets and opportunities from Super Bowl LIV, then invites Covers.com NHL writer Josh Inglis (@inglis_josh4) on to talk about what it takes to bet on the NHL odds, including: Making money without betting the moneyline Playing Overs Going for the Grand Salami (total goals for an entire night's schedule) Watching for goal-tending changes Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review The Sharp 600 and send your favorite picks, best wins and bad beats along to Rob on Twitter @robcressy. Good luck!

Feb 4, 202031 min

Ep 233233: Episode 233: Super Bowl LIV Props Extravaganza

The Super Bowl is only days away and the betting market is starting to heat up. Host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) runs through the best strategies for Super Bowl prop betting with multiple guests: Sean Lockhart (@darealpapabear), Brandon DuBreuil (@CoversBD), and Andrew Caley (@Covers_Caley). They all begin by talking about their prop betting mindset and then give their favorite props for the Big Game with best bets on: Game being tied after 0-0 Raheem Mostert's receptions total Raheem Mostert's longest run An exotic George Kittle prop MVP bets that aren't quarterbacks Longest reception markets for both Travis Kelce and George Kittle Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review The Sharp 600!

Jan 30, 202039 min

Ep 232232: Episode 232: Super Bowl betting from a sportsbook's perspective with Jay Kornegay

With the Big Game coming up this Sunday, host Rob Cressy looks at the thousands of Super Bowl LIV prop markets to choose from. He is then is joined by Jay Kornegay (@JayKornegay), Executive VP of the SuperBook at Westgate Las Vegas, to give an in-depth perspective on Super Bowl bets and everything that goes with it: Prep work for Super Bowl markets and prop markets The sportsbook's mindset for setting prop markets Setting and then adjusting Raheem Mostert's rushing total The postgame onslaught and a look to the next NFL markets Insights from Jay into the action and liability he's seeing on the total, side, and moneyline How late public action might move the lines Live betting the Super Bowl and the growth of in-game wagering Subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Jan 28, 202023 min

Ep 231231: Episode 231: How to make the most out of your college basketball betting with Bill Krackomberger

Join The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy and guest Bill Krackomberger (@Billkrackman) as they fill you in on the landscape of college basketball and what you need to know to be successful when betting on the NCAA.Subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Jan 24, 202027 min

Ep 230230: Episode 230: Early prep for Super Bowl LIV betting with Scott Shapiro

Join Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy and guest Scott Shapiro (@ScottShap34) as they go over the early action for this year's Super Bowl, starting with a breakdown of the Chiefs and 49ers' strengths and weaknesses, and then moving on to what to expect from both teams' game plan. Subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Jan 21, 202025 min

Ep 229229: Episode 229: Breaking down the UFC 246 card with Brian Edwards

This week on The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy brings in Brian Edwards (@Vegasbedwards) of VegasInsider to break down the UFC 246 card including the blockbuster matchup between Conor McGregor and Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone. They also provide insight into the remaining bouts including Holly Holm vs. Raquel Pennington and Maurice Green vs. Aleksi Oleinik.Subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Jan 16, 202029 min

Ep 228228: Episode 228: Running down NFL Championship Sunday with Connor Allen

The Sharp 600 host Rob Cressy welcomes Connor Allen (@ConnorAllenNFL) of The Quant Edge, where they begin by reliving the NFL's hectic Divisional Round. They then continue onto their betting angles and predictions heading into the championship weekend, starting with the AFC title game (Tennessee Titans at Kansas City Chiefs) and then moving onto the NFC Championship Game (Green Bay Packers at San Francisco 49ers). Subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Jan 14, 202022 min

Ep 227227: Episode 227: Diving into the LSU vs Clemson matchup with Andrew Caley

Host Rob Cressy welcomes Andrew Caley, senior publishing editor at Covers, where they begin by looking back at the Lending Tree Bowl between Louisiana and Miami. They then jump into the LSU and Clemson for a deep dive of the final matchup this Monday. Subscribe, rate and review The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback, and best bets to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Jan 9, 202029 min

Ep 226226: Episode 226: Taking down the NFL Divisional Round odds with Scott Shapiro

On the latest episode of The Sharp 600, host Rob Cressy tackles the spread, totals and props for the NFL Divisional Round matchups with the help of Scott Shapiro of Bet America. Find out which angles and bets they're making in the four NFL playoff games this weekend. Be sure to subscribe, rate and review the podcast and contact Rob with your bad bets, best bets, and feedback at @robcressy on Twitter.

Jan 7, 202027 min

Ep 225225: Episode 225: NFL Wild Card Best Bets with Da Real Papa Bear

Host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) starts off by talking about more lessons learned with live betting the college football bowl games. He then welcomes sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart, aka Da Real Papa Bear, to break down Wild Card weekend in the NFL playoffs: Mindset for betting the NFL playoffs Buffalo Bills at Houston Texans Tennessee Titans at New England Patriots Minnesota Vikings at New Orleans Saints Seattle Seahawks at Philadephia Eagles 6-point teasers of the week Uncomfortable bets of the week Recap of bets Make sure to subscribe, rate and review the podcast!

Jan 2, 202023 min

Ep 224224: Episode 224: Ring in the New Year with these Jan. 1 bowl game best bets with Max Meyer

The calendar flips to 2020 and football bettors have a slew of bowl games to bet on this January 1. The Sharp 600 runs down the best ways to wager on the New Year's Day bowl games with the help of Max Meyer of SI.com. Subscribe, rate and review the The Sharp 600 podcast and send in your feedback, best bets, and bad beat to host Rob Cressy on Twitter @robcressy.

Jan 1, 202021 min

Ep 223223: Episode 223: Taming the wild Week 17 odds and this week's best NFL bets

The final week of the NFL schedule is always a wild weekend of wagering, due to motivations and situations varying from team to team. The Sharp 600 does its best to make sense of the Week 17 odds, and host Rob Cressy lays out his plan of attack for each game and gives his NFL best bets for Sunday's slate. Be sure to subcribe, rate and review the podcast and send in your best bets and bad beats to Rob on Twitter @robcressy. Best of luck in Week 17!

Dec 26, 201913 min

Ep 222222: Episode 222: Bowling for dollars in CFP semis and New Year's Day odds with Brian Edwards

The Sharp 600 gets you ready for the CFP semifinal matchups between LSU and Oklahoma, and Clemson and Ohio State with the help of handicapper Brian Edwards. Host Rob Cressy looks at the two semifinal matchups as well as the best bets for the New Year's Day bowl games. You can follow Brian Edwards at @vegasbedwards and share your best bowl bets and beats with Rob at @robcressy on Twitter. Good luck and Happy New Year to the Sharp 600 community!

Dec 24, 201922 min

Ep 221221: Episode 221: Early college football bowl picks with Sam Panayotovich

Host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) first makes his Big Mick Bet of the Week (9-3 on the season) and challenges listeners to beat him in a college football bowl betting contest. He then welcomes sports betting analyst Sam Panayotovich (@spshoot) to discuss all things related to bowl games: Why you shouldn't bet on the sides and totals of every single bowl game Coaching changes, motivation, and rankings Washington-Boise State (Las Vegas Bowl) Fading the Pac-12 and the MAC Central Michigan-San Diego State (New Mexico Bowl) Buffalo-Charlotte (Bahamas Bowl) Iowa-USC (Holiday Bowl) Bonus pick from Sam: Auburn-Minnesota (Outback Bowl) Picks recap Make sure to subscribe, rate and review the podcast!

Dec 19, 201923 min

Ep 220220: Episode 220: Betting on NFL Week 16 with BetAmerica's Scott Shapiro

Host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) looks back at the good and bad from the wild NFL Week 15 and challenges listeners to beat him in a college football bowl contest. He then welcomes Scott Shapiro (@ScottShap34) to talk about all things NFL Week 16: New Orleans Saints at Tennessee Titans Dallas Cowboys at Philadelphia Eagles Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots 6-point teasers of the week Sucker bets of the week Pick a loser Get-comfortable-being-uncomfortable pick of the week Make sure to subscribe, rate and review the podcast!

Dec 17, 201924 min

Ep 219219: Episode 219: Breaking Down College Football Bowl Games with Matt Perrault

Host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) talks handicapping college football bowl games and having disciplined bankroll management before giving his Big Mick bet of the week which is 9-2 (!!) on the season. He then welcomes Matt Perrault (@sportstalkmatt), host of Covering the Number and Pushing the Odds, to break down a few of the biggest bowl games: A hedging opportunity with an LSU futures ticket LSU vs Oklahoma in the Peach Bowl Ohio State vs Clemson in the Fiesta Bowl Bowl confidence pools and strategy around them Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast!

Dec 12, 201923 min

Ep 218218: Episode 218: NFL Week 15 with analyst Scott Shapiro

Host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) always keeps it real with his listeners and he starts this episode by sharing a recent story about going on tilt. He then recaps the weekend that was before welcoming BetAmerica football analyst Scott Shapiro (@ScottShap34) to talk all things NFL Week 15: Chicago Bears at Green Bay Packers Cleveland Browns at Arizona Cardinals Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans Favorite 6-point teasers of the week from Scott and Rob Sucker bets of the week Pick a losing bet "Get comfortable being uncomfortable" bet of the week Recap of all picks Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast!

Dec 10, 201925 min

Ep 217217: Episode 217: College football championship weekend with Andrew Caley

Host Rob Cressy (@robcressy) starts the episode by giving his Big Mick bet of the week (8-2 so far on the season) and by taking a question from a listener. He then welcomes Covers' Senior Publishing Editor Andrew Caley (@Covers_Caley) to talk about the HUGE weekend ahead in college football: How to handicap totals Big 12 title game: Oklahoma-Baylor SEC title game: Georgia-LSU ACC title game: Virginia-Clemson Big 10 title game: Wisconsin-Ohio State Pac 12 title game on Friday: Utah-Oregon Recap of bets Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast!

Dec 5, 201929 min