

Bet The Edge
Jay Croucher, Drew Dinsick, NBC Sports
Bet the EDGE with Jay Croucher and Drew Dinsick is here to provide listeners with sharp actionable insight, market analysis and statistical data to help bettors gain more information before placing their wagers. So whether you're targeting spreads and totals, looking for value in futures markets or circling player props, give our podcast a listen to give you that extra edge. Plus, on Thursday during football season, don't miss the College Football Takeover episode with Vaughn Dalzell, Brad Thomas, and Eric Froton.
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Jun 16, 2022 • 36min
Warriors-Celtics Game 6, Make/Miss Cut + Outright Markets at the U.S. Open
June 16: Perlman (@saraperlman)and Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) look back on the Avalanche winning Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and analyze how to attack the series moving forward before welcoming Paige Mackenzie (@Paige_Mackenzie) to break down the U.S. Open. Paige spotlights 3-ball markets Thursday afternoon, including the pairing of Mickelson/Lowry/Oosthuizen as well as explain why she could see Jordan Speith (+220) missing the cut at Brookline before detailing who she would consider in the outright market. PointsBet Head Trader Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) also stops by to handicap Warriors at Celtics (-3.5) in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, notable player props to consider and how to live bet the game in Boston tonight. Sara and Drew wrap up the show with their Edge of the Day, with Sara backing the Celtics (-3.5) and Drew playing Boston 1st half + full game money line (+110). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 15, 2022 • 5min
Battle of the Bets: Stanley Cup Final Game 1 + Props, Dodgers vs Angels and More
June 15: Corey Parson (@TheFantasyExec) moderates the latest edition of NBC Sports EDGE's "Battle of the Bets", with champion Johnny Venezia (@_JohnnyVTV) facing off against challenger Bryan Rubin (@bryan_rubin). Among the wagers discussed: Lightning (+135) at Avalanche (-160), Valeri Nichushkin over 0.5 assists (+110), Dodgers run line (-104) vs Angels and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 14, 2022 • 26min
Going for the Green - U.S. Open Preview: McIlroy, Mickelson and More
June 14: Sara Perlman (@saraperlman) and Will Gray (@WillGrayGC) preview what to expect at The Country Club at Brookline, Massachusetts this week. The duo analyze Rory McIlroy (+1100) and Justin Thomas (+1200) as the favorites and which golfers could thrive with the course design. PointsBet Head Trader Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) stops in as well to detail popular outright wagers and action on unique prop bets. Beyond the Fairway’s Doug Smith (@TheDouglasSmith) and Will Lowery (@WillLoweryGolf) also drop by to share their experience in qualifying for the U.S. Open and predict this year’s champion.(2:00) – Rory McIlroy and Justin Thomas as the favorites this week(9:15) – Why course design sets up well for Matthew Fitzpatrick and Collin Morikawa (12:30) – Largest liabilities in the outright market(17:05) – Notable prop bets(22:10) – Will Lowery and Doug Smith share U.S. Open Qualifying experiences(24:00) – U.S. Open Champion Predictions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 13, 2022 • 31min
Rob Pizzola Previews the Stanley Cup Final + Handicapping Celtics-Warriors Game 5
June 13: Perlman (@saraperlman)and Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) look back on notable moments over the weekend before Rob Pizzola (@robpizzola) stops by to handicap the Stanley Cup Final. Rob digs into the Avalanche (-165) as favorites in Game 1, details where he sees value in derivative markets and explains why he believes the Avalanche (-180) will prevail in the series. With Game 5 of the NBA Finals tipping off Monday Night, Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) also drops in to explain why he leans Warriors (-3.5) and highlight point totals for Klay Thompson (19.5) and Jayson Tatum (26.5). Sara and Drew wrap up the show with their Edge of the Day, with Sara backing over 7.5 rebounds from Robert Williams at Golden State, and Drew playing the Celtics (+4). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 10, 2022 • 35min
Warriors as Underdogs in Game 4 + Shifting NBA Finals MVP Odds, Best Bets at the Belmont
June 10: Perlman (@saraperlman)and Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) prepare for a huge weekend by bringing in Britney Eurton (@BritneyEurton) to break down which horses she believes will take money Saturday at the Belmont and if Mo Donegal (5/2) could close as the favorite. Britney also touches on a star-studded Ogden Phipps race featuring Latruska (6/5) and Malathaat (5/2). PointsBet Head Trader Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) also stops by to handicap Warriors vs Celtics (-4) Friday night and how the result of Game 4 will impact the series. Jay also details shifting prices for Jayson Tatum (-115), Steph Curry (+185) and Jaylen Brown (+325) to win Finals MVP before touching on the NHL Playoffs and where there could be value in the Conn Smythe Trophy winner. Sara and Drew wrap up the show with their Edge of the Day, with Sara playing the under (214.5) in Warriors-Celtics and Drew backing under 99.5 points (+210) from the Warriors tonight. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 9, 2022 • 40min
Celtics take a 2-1 Finals Lead, Backing or Fading the 49ers + Patriots, Rich Strike at the Belmont Stakes
June 9: With the Celtics now ahead 2-1 in the NBA Finals, Sara Perlman (@saraperlman)and Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) set the stage for Game 4 Friday night before welcoming in Nick Kostos (@TheKostos) to continue the discussion and take a peak at the series price (Celtics -225, Warriors +180). With the 49ers in minicamp this week the trio shift their attention to San Francisco futures, debating win total (10.5), as well as shine a light on Patriots futures. Matt Bernier (@bernier_matt) also stops by to handicap Rich Strike (7/2) to win the Belmont and other horses to consider backing before giving his thoughts on Game 5 between the Lighting and Rangers. Sara and Drew wrap up the show with their Edge of the Day, with Sara playing the Lightning (-125) in Game 5 and Drew backing Lorenzo Sonego (+160) vs Matteo Berrettini at ATP Stuttgart. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 8, 2022 • 5min
Battle of the Bets: Celtics vs Warriors, MLB Totals + K Props
June 8: Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) moderates the latest edition of NBC Sports EDGE's "Battle of the Bets", with newly crowned champion Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) facing off against challenger Trent Attyah (@BookitWithTrent). Among the wagers discussed: Celtics (-3.5) vs Warriors, Sandy Alcantara (5.5) and Shane Beiber (6.5) strikeout props, as well as totals in Yankees vs Twins and Red Sox vs Angels. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 7, 2022 • 35min
Worst to first NFL Teams, Lightning-Rangers Game 4 + Series Price
June 7: Sara Perlman (@saraperlman)and Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) reflect on the Avalanche’s Game 4 victory supplanting them in the Stanley Cup Final and touch on Colorado (-223) being the heavy favorite to win it all. Corey Parson (@TheFantasyExec) then stops by to touch on where he’s leaning in Game 3 of the NBA Finals before handicapping AFC Division Winner markets and highlighting the ability of the Jets (+1600), Ravens (+200), Jaguars (+700) and Broncos (+260) to go from worst to first. Sara and Drew then hand out their Edge of the Day, with Sara playing under 11.5 wins from Tampa Bay in 2022 and Drew backing Lorenzo Sonego -1.5 sets (+116) vs Jan-Lennard Struff. Al Morganti (@nufced) drops in briefly before the conclusion of the show to dissect why the Lightning (+120) could be a value bet to win the Eastern Conference Finals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 6, 2022 • 31min
Early look at Warriors-Celtics Game 3 + Finals MVP, Hunter Greene and other Monday K Totals
June 6: Sara Perlman (@saraperlman)and Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) look back on the Warriors Game 2 victory in the NBA Finals before bringing in Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports) to preview the Celtics (-3.5) as home favorites in Game 3 and analyze Steph Curry (-105) as the favorite to win MVP. Vaughn also handicaps strikeout props in MLB on Monday, circling Hunter Green (6.5), Daniel Lynch (3.5) and Blake Snell (6.5). Sara and Drew then conclude the show with a preview of where Drew sees value with favorites on the women’s side at Wimbledon before handing out their Edge of the Day, with Sara backing over 212 points in Game 3 between the Warriors and Celtics and Drew playing Alexander Bublik (-106) vs Denis Kudla at ATP Stuttgart. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 3, 2022 • 40min
Analyzing the NBA and French Open Finals, College World Series Preview
June 3: Sara Perlman (@saraperlman)and Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper) break down the Celtics win in Game 1 of the NBA Finals and analyze the Warriors (-4.5) as favorites in Game 2, as well as how they’ll approach the remainder of the series. The duo also preview Coco Gauff (+480) vs Iga Swiatek (-770) in the French Open Women’s Final and analyze how they’ll attack the Men’s Final. NBC Sports EDGE researcher John Venezia (@_JohnnyVTV) pops in as well to handicap the College World Series, including why Tennessee (+250) is the rightful favorite to win the National Championship, why Arkansas (+2500) is a team to fade and Oklahoma (+6000) is a long shot with value. Sara and Drew wrap up the show with their Edge of the Day, with Sara backing over 3.5 assists from Jaylen Brown (+125) in Game 2 Sunday night and Drew playing the Celtics (+4.5). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


