The NFL season opened with a dud, just like last season ended. But for those betting on the Seattle Seahawks — and it’s a big mistake to bet against them — easy money comes with no complaints.
Betting
THE WEEKEND’S BEST BETS
Matt Youmans, Kelly Stewart and Golden Nugget sports book director Tony Miller preview the college football and NFL weekend by offering 12 plays.
I am among the 50 voters in the weekly National Thoroughbred Racing Association horse poll. It’s a privilege, for sure. And another chance to be told I know nothing about horse racing, which I would disagree. I know something about horse racing.
Finally, the thrills of NFL betting are back, with the Seahawks shooting for a successful sequel, opening their title defense today as 6-point home favorites over the Green Bay Packers.
On the final night of the NFL preseason, Johnny Manziel was scrambling around and leading the Cleveland Browns to a victory. But his exhibition was mostly meaningless, and his replacement stole the show.
Horseplayers look for an edge by betting against the casinos in futures, such as who’ll win the 2014 Eclipse Award Horse of the Year award.
The NHL commissioner is showing a liking for Las Vegas, so that’s a start. Gary Bettman is planning to expand the 30-team league, and Seattle, Portland, Ore., Kansas City and Quebec City are on his short list. But he’s definitely ready to bring ice to the desert, according to a report from the Vancouver Province.
1
2
3
4
5
UNLV donor pulls millions in funding, cites ‘adversarial behavior’
‘We’re trying to move the needle’: WNBA investigating LVCVA’s sponsorship of Aces players
Ellis Island targets Las Vegas Grand Prix in lawsuit
1 killed, 2 injured after gunfire erupts at street fight
3 takeaways from Aces’ win: Rookie earns praise in WNBA debut