THE WINDOW: Sports Betting Podcast

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks at yesterday’s Champion League bets from Ted Ballantyne and how to bet those on Wednesday for Chelsea-Real Madrid. Then Matt breaks down the McDavid Prop strategy that is 3-0, and why it’s the better bet for when it loses than while it’s winning. Wednesday night has more than it’s fair share of games, but why are some ‘old reliables’ not worth a bet tonight giv...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at Monday’s games in the North and Central Division as the podcast goes 2-2 on underdog plays for another positive night. Then it’s another example of Connor McDavid being a better bet than his team as a whole, with another matchup on Tuesday with the struggling Canucks. Finally, “Tuesday’s with Ted” has the boys discussing betting strategies for the secon...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at the weekend from a betting perspective, as The Kentucky Derby was the headliner this weekend. Then it’s a recap of a profitable betting weekend in the NHL in “Let’s Do That Hockey” that was almost a big sweep. Finally, Matt puts on the lab coat to talk about building a quick model to determine final round betting value at the Valspar Championship.

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) breaks down the betting success of the NFL DRAFT and all the goings-on from a wild night in the NFL. From the Trey Lance leak, to Aaron Rodgers wanting out, to Jaycee Horn cashing for us as the first player taken. Matt goes through the first round looking at how teams that couldn’t keep secrets ended up without their top target and how that affected bettors and some...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) takes one last look at the extensive menu of betting options for the NFL DRAFT. Then it’s “Let’s Do That Hockey” with a look back at last night and how those games inform how we should bet the games tonight. Finally, breaking down what went wrong with a video that went viral, and why it was a bad look for sports betting media.

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) takes a quick spin of the NFL DRAFT betting markets, with the “Kyle Pitts Report”, why his bet on Jaycee Horn is looking better and better, and the curious case of Trey Lance. Then it’s “Let’s Do That Hockey”. After a quick look back at last night, Matt digs into the Senators finally being favoured, why we might want to bet on Connor McDavid INSTEAD of the OIlers, an...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at last night’s 4-0 sweep in the NHL, and how luck plays a part in winning just as much as it does in losing. Then a look at the board for Tuesday night with four games in the Central Division and one underdog that stands out. Then Ted Ballantyne joins the show with a pair of plays for the Champions League semis, and the two discuss the best celebration so...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at betting last night’s OSCARS, and how another principle tenet affected betting lines for the night’s final award. Then Matt looks at this 49ers situation - why would they even WANT the 3rd pick overall if they don’t know who to take and how Kyle Shanahan’s knowledge of the Falcons might play a role. Then it’s the weekend that was for the “Let’s Do That H...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at a 2-0 night on the ice for the podcast, but how he got suckered into adding the Blue Jackets thanks to a starting goalie switch in Tampa. Then it’s a look forward to the matchups in the North and Central Division in the NHL this weekend. How do all the rematches create potential value in the moneyline prices? Plus, the Kyle Pitts betting market report.

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks ahead to betting the NFL Draft. What should you be using in your research, and what should you avoid? How do you parse the information that we all get versus siphoning out what the expert talent evaluators say. Matt breaks down general tips for betting on the draft, and strategies that allow you to avoid a catastrophe should something unexpected happen. Finally...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at another busy night in the NHL. The Canucks knock off the Maple Leafs again, bringing up more talk about the idea of narratives that we build in our heads when “handicapping” games versus relying on the pure numbers that inform us of value. The psychological element of group-think in excusing losses. Then it’s a breakdown of why a decisive win for the Hu...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at a busy night in the NHL. How a skate-blade save in a shootout turned a big night into just a small profit. What did we learned from the first games that we can take into four rematches for Tuesday night? Plus, another edition of “Tuesday’s with Ted” where @TedBallantyne breaks down what is going on with this Super League in European soccer, and how it m...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at the weekend in sports betting. Stewart Cink runs away with the RBC Heritage - why not backing a chaser was the best strategy for the tournament. Then it’s a look to Sunday night’s game in Vancouver, and the Canucks incredible win over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Then the rest of the story of the weekend in the NHL, in the North and Central Divisions, with...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at last night’s games in the North and Central division. Did we get lucky in Tampa? What about the big underdog bets? Is the dreaded schedule spot dead? Then it’s a look at the Canucks return to play, and how that uncertainty makes Saturday’s game a stay away. Finally, Matt discusses what rematches he likes in the Central, and what price he’s hoping to get...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at last night in the NHL with an eye on Montreal’s messy performance and the Jets-Sens playing out almost exactly as how we thought it might, except for one key ingredient. Then it’s an analysis of the moneyline moves in the JETS-LEAFS game tonight, and a look at each of four games in the Central Division.

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at last night in the NHL where 2 of 3 bets went to overtime, and the third cashed easily with an underdog in Music City. Then Matt looks at how the market may have informed bettors on how to treat the dreaded travel/no rest scheduling spot. Plus, Matt breaks down the real difference between the Jets and Senators. Finally, Bernie Madoff’s death triggers a l...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) takes some time to look back at the results for the “Let’s Do That Hockey” model this season. While the purpose is to predict who’s going to play better than expectation at even-strength, what are the results from a +/- unit standpoint, and how has good or bad luck in the NHL’s overtime/shootout format affected those win-loss numbers. Plus, three games worth betting...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) recaps the 85th MASTERS from a betting perspective. From the best calls from the Preview Show, like Zalatoris, Harmon, and McIntyre, to the ‘missed cut massacre’, and everything up to Xander Schauffele rinsing one on 16. Then it’s a Monday edition of “Let’s Do That Hockey” where Matt looks back at the weekend’s results, and have a couple of potential plays for Monday...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) talks about how THE MASTERS tournament provides a perfect example of how to understand probability in handicapping all sports. Then it’s a look at a handful of interesting games in the NHL with the Jets-Canadiens asking the question, “How low can you go?” in backing an angle that’s been almost foolproof. *Double your deposit up to $200* http://cool.bet/window PROMO C...

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Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) is joined by friend of the show, Ted Ballantyne (@TedBallantyne) as the guys look back at a snoozer of a National Title Game. They review what it took to win a bracket contest, and the results might surprise you. Then it’s a first look at THE MASTERS and another edition of “Let’s Do That Hockey”. Double your deposit up to $200 at http://cool.bet/window PROMO CODE: WI...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) looks back at Saturday’s FINAL FOUR from a betting standpoint and how the UCLA-GONZAGA game reminded us why we love sports. Then Matt breaks down the case for each side, plus the over and the under, as well as his thoughts on a handful of player props for tonight’s game. Finally, Matt looks back at a 2-1 weekend in “Let’s Do That Hockey” and who he’s looking to back...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) is joined by TSN’s Jack Armstrong (@HelloooJack) to discuss the #FinalFour, how close he came to making the tournament as a coach, and Jack discusses the scene for a coach at the Final Four. Jack talks about the current state of the college game, and what he thinks about sports betting’s ties to the popularity of the tournament. Jack breaks down Saturday’s games and...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) is thrilled that it’s Opening Day for Major League Baseball, but he explains why betting on baseball for an entire season is more hassle than it’s worth. Then it’s a mini-announcement about the ‘Final Four Parlay’ at COOLBET (https://www.coolbet.com/ca/sports/match/1606193). Breaking down why Matt’s betting what he’s betting for the #FinalFour . Plus, the usual look...

Matt Russell (@mrussauthentic) laments the USC Trojans bet, even though it was over early. Then it’s looking at the Bruins win as the best possible result on the spectrum for UCLA. Then it’s a look back at a profitable Tuesday night with a handful of interesting games in the Central from a betting perspective, and the big line move that gave us a win with Montreal. http://cool.bet/window PROMO COD...