Alexander set for Burnley return
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03/03/2010 - Burnley, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Burnley midfielder Graham Alexander has declared himself fit after a five-week calf injury absence.
The veteran Scotland international has been sidelined since late January but is hoping to make his comeback during Saturday's Premier League trip to Arsenal.
Speaking about his appearance for the reserves this week, Alexander told the club's official website: "I was dying to get out there because it's been five weeks since I've been on the pitch.
"It wasn't the greatest performance from any of us but I was glad to get through it unscathed and give my calf and legs a workout.
"I felt quite good on Tuesday morning - better than I thought I would - so I was quite pleased with that."
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(Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Houston Rockets, thanks to general manager Daryl Morey, should be rewarded with a playoff spot for just getting rid of Tracy McGrady's expiring and ungodly contract. Unfortunately they're no such accommodations at this
<< Sabres' Gaustad sidelined with upper-body injury
Buffalo, NY (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff said on
Wednesday that center Paul Gaustad will miss at least a week of action because
of an upper-body injury.
Gaustad was hurt in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Penguins d
<< Macclesfield's Alexander dies at 53
Macclesfield, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Macclesfield Town manager Keith
Alexander has passed away at the age of 53.
He died after returning to his home following his side's 1-0 League Two defeat
at Notts County on Tuesday evening.
<< Greece moves into top 10 in FIFA Rankings
Zurich, Switzerland (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The latest edition of the FIFA/Coca-
Cola Men's Rankings was released on Wednesday, and for the first time since
June 2008, Greece has returned to the top 10.
The top four teams remain unchanged
<< 2010 West Coast Conference Tournament Preview
Philadelphia, PA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - For the 10th year in a row, the Gonzaga
Bulldogs won the West Coast Conference regular-season title, as they finished
12-2 within the league. The Bulldogs are out to repeat in this tournament
after winning th
Boston, MA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Boston Bruins have acquired defenseman Dennis Seidenberg and a prospect from the Florida Panthers in exchange for forwards Byron Bitz and Craig Weller, as well as a second-round pick in the 2010 NH
Bulls release G Hunter, sign Richard >>
Chicago, IL (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Chicago Bulls released veteran guard
Lindsey Hunter and signed forward Chris Richard to a contract for the rest of
the season on Wednesday.
The 39-year-old Hunter appeared in 13 games this season an
Mutuel Field early favorite in second Kentucky Derby Future Wager >>
Louisville, KY (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The second Kentucky Derby Future Wager of
2010 picks up where the first ended. The mutuel field is the 7-2 morning-line
favorite among the 24 betting interests.
The pool begins Friday at noon (et) and
Hurricanes trade defenseman Ward to Ducks >>
Raleigh, NC (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Hoping to force their way into the Western
Conference playoff picture, the Anaheim Ducks have acquired defenseman Aaron
Ward from the Carolina Hurricanes.
In exchange for the 6-foot-2 defenseman, the
Aurelio suffers another injury setback >>
Liverpool, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Liverpool defender Fabio Aurelio will
miss up to three weeks with a thigh injury he picked up during Sunday's 2-1
victory over Blackburn.
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MySportsbook.com week 1 NFL lines
Now that the 2008 NFL schedule is finally out, it is only matter-of-course for lines on “Week 1” to follow. Of course MySportsbook.com is the first to churn out odds for the NFL’s inaugural week for the upcoming season. Expect a lot of fireworks the first Thursday night of the season as the defending champion Indianapolis Colts face off against the surprise of the 2008 season, the New Orleans Saints. These teams were ranked #1 and #3 in the NFL respectively a season ago so a high scoring affair could be in order. As of now, the Colts will be giving 6 points to the Saints; keep in mind the Saints were one of the better road teams last season going 6-3 SU and 7-2 ATS. The first Monday night of the season will again provide a “double feature”. Coming off a disappointing season, the Cincinnati Bengals will look to get back to playoffs and improve their public image as they take on the AFC North favorite Baltimore Ravens. The second game features a couple of teams that haven’t had too much success recently but each could make some noise if the NFC is as weak as it was last year as the San Francisco 49ers host the Arizona Cardinals. The most interesting game of the opening week will feature the NFC champion Bears as they hit the road to take on the NFL’s top team during last year’s regular season, the San Diego Chargers.
MySportsbook.com Week 1 odds:
Saints +6 @ Colts -6
Falcons @ Vikings (pick ‘em)
Panthers @ Rams (pick ‘em)
Broncos -3.5 @ Bills +3.5
Chiefs -1 @ Texans +1
Dolphins +3 @ Redskins -3
Patriots -5 @ Jets +5
Eagles -3.5 @ Packers +3.5
Steelers -4 @ Browns +4
Titans +6 @ Jaguars -6
Bears +6 @ Chargers -6
Lions +3 @ Raiders -3
Bucs +6.5 @ Seahawks -6.5
Giants +4 @ Cowboys -4
Ravens +3 @ Bengals -3
Cardinals +3 @ 49ers -3
Super Bowl line (2008)
NFC +6.5 vs. AFC -6.5
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Pro Football Odds : NFC SOUTH BETTING ODDS
NFL betting action is back! At MySportsbook, all of the pro football odds are posted for the NFC North. Check out how we see the four teams in this cloudy division stacking up this year in the chase for the playoffs! Green Bay Packers (+125) - With QB Aaron Rodgers leading the offense and DC Dom Capers working his magic on defense, the Packers are a real force to be reckoned with.
Virtually nothing changed on this offense for Green Bay from last year to this year, save for the addition of rookie OT Brian Bulaga to the bunch. Expect more huge numbers from the Pack, and a relatively favorable schedule should get them over the hump and into the playoffs once again this season. My NFL Betting Predictions: 11-5, 1st place in NFC North Minnesota Vikings (+130) - There are still too many unknowns about the Vikes this year. There is a huge difference between QB Brett Favre and either Tarvaris Jackson or Sage Rosenfels under center. Plus, is Favre comes back, is he really going to be able to keep his pick total under double digits again? Depth at running back looked like it might have been an issue with RB Chester Taylor fleeing in free agency, but drafting RB Toby Gerhart should pick up the difference. This defense is still suitable, but with a first place schedule, making the playoffs is going to be very tough regardless of whether #4 comes back or not.
There is a huge difference between QB Brett Favre and either Tarvaris Jackson or Sage Rosenfels under center. Plus, is Favre comes back, is he really going to be able to keep his pick total under double digits again? Depth at running back looked like it might have been an issue with RB Chester Taylor fleeing in free agency, but drafting RB Toby Gerhart should pick up the difference. This defense is still suitable, but with a first place schedule, making the playoffs is going to be very tough regardless of whether #4 comes back or not. Play this weekly NFL Football Contestto see if you can win.
Chicago Bears (+350) - The Bears are probably a bit of an overhyped team once again this year.No, we don't think it is plausible for QB Jay Cutler to have as bad of a season as he did last year, and we do think the additions of RB Chester Taylor and DE Julius Peppers are going to help immensely, but there's still something in the water in the Windy City that we aren't so sure about. Maybe Chicago finds its way to .500... but then again, maybe it doesn't. If Favre comes back, Cutler might be the worst quarterback in this division this year.
Detroit Lions (+1500) - The Lions are probably once again going to be the whipping boys for the rest of the teams in the NFC North, but they aren't just going to roll over and die once again. There is some real talent amassing on this team offensively, as the combination of QB Matt Stafford, RB Jahvid Best, WR Calvin Johnson, and TE Brandon Pettigrew should put a bunch of points on the board if the offensive line can even remotely hold up. The questions really lie on defense, where it feels like DT Ndamukong Suh is going to be trying to stop opposing teams all by himself. This year should show some marked improvement in the Motor City.
The Patriots will make NFL betting fans a lot of money this season, get in early and enjoy the cash.
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