Meet Jared Hochman, Our Content Manager
Jared Hochman
Content Manager
15+ Years ExperienceBefore Jared Hochman joined the Covers team in 2020, he worked for newspaper outlets such as the Chronicle Herald and The Coast, worked in marketing for SkipTheDishes and Vivid Seats, and previously ran a magazine. A journalism graduate from the University of King's College in, Halifax, N.S., "Hoch" brings more than a decade of experience in sports betting, having worked as a freelance handicapper, making appearances on Monumental Sports Network and the Sharp 600 podcast, and now also filling in occasionally as host of Covers' NHL Puck Props.
Awarded Covers' company MVP for 2023, Jared is an avid bettor of MLB, NFL, NHL, and NBA, while also wagering on some soccer and WNBA. His best advice for sports bettors? Price shop, which is something he does daily across 10 different sportsbook apps.
What makes Jared Hochman an expert?
Before Jared Hochman joined the Covers team in 2020, he worked for newspaper outlets such as the Chronicle Herald and The Coast, worked in marketing for SkipTheDishes and Vivid Seats, and previously ran a magazine. "Hoch" is a relentless problem solver with an impeccable attention to detail, who remains focused on putting the best possible product out there, whether it's a story, an interview... or his latest best bet.
Experience
Covers.com
- Content Manager
- December 2023 - Present
- Top 10 March Madness Upsets of All Time — and How to Predict 2025 Upsets
- Publication
- Kendrick Lamar Odds, Props, Picks for Tonight's Super Bowl Halftime Show
- Publication
- NFL Best Bets and Player Prop Odds for the Conference Championships
- Publication
- Senior Publishing Editor
- August 2021 - December 2023
- Publishing Editor
- May 2020 - August 2021
Resulta
- Freelance Handicapper
- July 2018 - May 2020
Vivid Seats
- Product Designer
- October 2018 - May 2020
JUST EAT
- Marketing Copywriter
- June 2016 - August 2018
The Chronicle Herald
- Custom Content Editor
- January 2013 - February 2014
Faces Magazine
- Franchise Director
- August 2011 - October 2012
SportsDirect Inc.
- Writer/Editor
- May 2010 - August 2011
Education
Jared was a two-time graduate from the University of King's College, completing his BA with a Major in Political Science, before returning to complete the school's Bachelor of Journalism (One Year) Programme. Jared also received the Dr. Carrie Best Memorial Scholarship, renewed for all four years of his undergrad.
University of King's College
- Bachelor of Arts (Political Science)
- Bachelor of Journalism (One Year)
15+ years in sports betting
Jared has been betting on sports for a decade-and-a-half.
Almost 20+ years in writing
Jared has been a writer, editor, and online media presence for nearly two decades.
Cross-media
Jared has created content for web pages, blogs, newspapers, magazines, television, and social media.
Diverse experience
Jared has written on a plethora of topics, from sports betting and pop culture to food and beverage, politics, and healthcare.
How does Jared stay up to date?
Jared stays in the loop by following the latest sports news, cross-referencing it with current sports data, and also factoring in reliable projection models — along with his sports intuition.
Fangraphs
Fangraphs offers an unparalleled stats experience, including sortable filters, advanced stats, bullpen resources, and more.
Daily Faceoff
A must for those following hockey lineups, Daily Faceoff provides real-time starting goalie updates, as well as updated lineups from morning skates — all verified by trusted beat writers.
Covers Prop Projections
Our Covers NFL Prop Projections give a comprehensive prediction for the player's upcoming performance, not only providing projections for a player's prop, but also indicating the expected value of the prop based on it's current price. These projections are also available for NBA and MLB!
Q&A with Jared
How did you get into sports media?
I'm a lifelong sports fan, but I realized (pretty quickly) that I wasn't going to be a pro athlete — so a career where I got paid to talk about (and watch) sports was the next best thing!
Do you play any sports?
I competitively played fastpitch, soccer, basketball, and badminton when I was younger. Today, I recreationally play slo-pitch, basketball, tennis, soccer, and golf.
Who are your favorite sports teams?
Despite being born and raised in Nova Scotia, I can thank my father for being in an Empire State of Mind. I cheer for the New York Yankees, New York Rangers, New York Knicks, and New York Jets... but also randomly have a spot in my heart for the Cleveland Browns.
What do you love most about sports betting?
It's a chance to dive into numbers! I love comparing projections and prices to find any edge I can get in a bet since I'm a highly analytical, numbers-driven sports bettor.
Looking to see what other experts are betting? Or just trying to get some betting inspiration? Check out Covers’ free picks pages — available for NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, WNBA, CFB, CBB, CFL, and the PGA Tour, there's no shortage of high-value bets available to be tailed!
Jared's areas of expertise
Jared specializes in NFL, NHL, and MLB betting markets, with a focus on anything and everything player props related.
NFL Betting
Jared has followed the NFL for decades, delivering well-researched bets and analytical insights.
NHL Betting
Jared follows all the latest news, and updates in the NHL, finding edges and opportunities to exploit in hockey betting.
MLB Betting
Jared relies on advanced stats, trends, matchups, and projections to craft high-value MLB bets every day of the season.
Jared’s memories
🚀 Big wins
After cashing a futures bet on the St. Louis Blues on June 12, 2019 (my birthday) I took the entire winnings and doubled down on a Raptors -3.5 alt spread the following night against Golden State. Toronto was up by one with eight seconds left and Golden State had the ball, but a missed 3-pointer, wacky rebound and then a foul on GSW + a timeout technical foul gave Kawhi Leonard three free throws with 0.9 seconds left. He hit them all, the Raps won by four and I pulled off an absolute miracle cover.
😭 Bad beats
I erase them all from my memory... immediately. #GoodVibesOnly
Jared has also been featured in:
- Menu Magazine
- Seasonal Publication
- Drawing Opinions
- Book
- The Coast
- Weekly Publication
Jared's Articles
It's not just Jared doing the research
Jon Metler
Betting Analyst
Having played, coached, and officiated basketball, Jon naturally turned his focus to the NBA when he entered the sports betting world. With over 15 years of experience, he specializes in spreads, moneylines, and player propsalways chasing value through sharp market analysis. A firm believer in analytics, Jon trusts the numbers to guide his bets. He monitors NBA betting markets 365 days a year and uses 10+ sportsbooks to find the best prices. If there are NBA games on, Jons up early, caffeinated, and already placing his favorite bets.
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Kyle LaRusic
Betting Analyst
Kyle LaRusic joined Covers in 2020 with a Holland College diploma in Journalism and a Mount Saint Vincent Degree in Public Relations. Stints at Amherst News and the Cape Breton Post helped sharpen his skills in a newsroom setting, while working for MSVU and Dalhousies athletic departments landed Kyle in his comfort zone. Kyle has been an avid bettor for over five years, starting with just one Sports Interaction account before discovering both the beauty and importance of price shopping. bet365 and Pinnacle are his go to books, but accounts at 10+ sportsbooks give him an array of options. Rusty will bet on anything under the sun as long as theres value and good reasoning behind it, but NHL and NFL are his two favorite leagues to watch and wager on especially with friends. Kyles biggest tip for any bettor is simple: gamble responsibly. Only bet what youre willing to lose and make sure to install a proper bankroll method to keep track of your ROI. If youre still dwelling on the amount you lost the next day, its time to decrease your spending.
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Phil Naessens
Betting Analyst
Prior to joining Covers in 2022, Phil Naessens spent 38 years as a resident tennis pro in Las Vegas, Mykonos, and Corfu, Greece. Hes the past host of the Phil Naessens Show (Armed Forces Radio), and currently hosts the Crush and Rush Tennis Podcast. Phil is the author of the Betting 101 series (MLB, NFL, NCAAF, and Tennis) and has written for numerous publications, including Advance Local, SB Nation, FanSided, and Lenny Melnick Fantasy Sports. His favorite sports to bet on are tennis, MLB, WNBA, Euro mens and womens hoops, NCAA sports, NFL, and the NBA. Phil has numerous betting accounts in the US and Europe, and his best advice is to line shop for the best value possible.
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