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Earnest Horn

Earnest is a 25-year veteran of the newspaper industry. He's spent the majority of his early years working as a sports reporter and editor. He made the move back to the digital world in 2022, joining EatWatchBet as a senior writer. Ernie covers college football betting, fantasy football, and NFL betting for EatWatchBet.

569 Articles

Casino, News

Iowa Signs Bill Expanding Regulator’s Power Over Sweepstakes Casinos, Stopping Short of an Outright Ban

Iowa signed a new gambling enforcement law giving regulators cease-and-desist authority over sweepstakes casinos — a softer approach than the outright bans other states have passed in 2026.

News, Soccer

FIFA Adds Betano as Regional World Cup 2026 Sponsor, Extending the Gambling Industry’s Growing Presence at the Tournament

Greece-based Kaizen Gaming's Betano brand has signed a regional FIFA World Cup 2026 sponsorship covering Europe and South America, building on the company's first-ever betting deal at Qatar 2022.

MLB

Blue Jays vs. Yankees Same-Game Parlay for May 19, 2026: Dylan Cease Is Your Anchor Leg

Tuesday night's Blue Jays-Yankees game has a beautiful three-leg SGP built around Dylan Cease's strikeout dominance — and the combined payout could be north of +400.

News, Sports Betting

Pennsylvania Gambling Groups Spend $8.1 Million in GOP Primaries Amid Tax and Skill Games Battle

Gaming and gambling interests that faced new or higher taxes in 2025 have committed $8.1 million and counting to Pennsylvania Republican primary races in 2026, making the industry one of the biggest outside spending forces in the state's legislative contests.

NHL

Canadiens vs Sabres Game 7 Prediction: Can Montreal Pull Off the Road Upset?

Game 7 at KeyBank Center — the Montreal Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres settle a wild second-round series with one winner-take-all game. Here is how to bet it.

NBA

Pistons vs. Cavaliers Game 6 Prediction: Cleveland Closes Out in a High-Scoring Thriller

Detroit blew a 2-0 series lead and now faces elimination at Rocket Arena. Cade Cunningham was brilliant in the loss, but Cleveland has the momentum, home court, and James Harden firing on all cylinders.

News, Sports Betting

Dana White Calls Out Trump’s Gambling Tax Rule — Here’s What the OBBBA Loss Cap Means for Casino Players

UFC CEO Dana White formally asked Trump to reverse the OBBBA's 90% gambling loss deduction cap, calling it irrational for American bettors and casino players who could owe taxes even when they lose.

MLB

Padres vs. Brewers Same-Game Parlay for May 14, 2026: Load Up on Milwaukee Tonight

Kyle Harrison is dealing, the Brewers are home, and Jackson Merrill is locked in. This Padres vs. Brewers SGP is built for a big night at American Family Field.

Casino, News

Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit Is on Track to Open in September — Bringing a $705 Million Casino to the Wisconsin-Illinois Border

Ho-Chunk Nation confirmed construction on the $705 million Ho-Chunk Gaming Beloit casino is on schedule for a September 2026 opening, setting up direct competition with Hard Rock Casino Rockford just 17 miles away.

MLB