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Jason Ence

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Jason has been hooked on soccer since watching Real Madrid and Manchester United in the 2003 Champions League, and has been betting on the sport for nearly 15 years. He has given soccer gambling and fantasy advice for nearly a decade, writing for sites including Rotowire, SB Nation, and The TwinSpires Edge.

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Team: Manchester United
Sport to bet on: Soccer
Sports movie: Dodgeball
Sports snack: Wings
Covers feature: Premier League coverage
Hitting the trifecta in the 2015 Kentucky Derby. I played a $1 box with Carpe Diem, Dortmund, Firing Line, and American Pharoah and while it only paid out about $100, it was still an amazing feeling.
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The ACC Tournament in 2012. I lost a +1,500 parlay when Notre Dame made two free throws with half a second on the clock, which they put back on the clock after review. The shots put them Over their team total. I've hated the Fighting Irish ever since.
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Cardinals vs Mets Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 19, 2025 • 9:58 AM ET

With a dominant force like Kodai Senga hitting the mound, it's a nightmare for the St. Louis Cardinals to face a starting pitcher who has been off to a solid start for the New York Mets. But alas, the Cards will try to weather the storm and right their road woes.

Bournemouth vs Fulham Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's Premier League Match

Apr 14, 2025 • 8:38 AM ET

Jason Ence anticipates an exciting, fast-paced tilt in his Bournemouth vs. Fulham predictions.

Rangers vs Mariners Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 13, 2025 • 11:31 AM ET

Our Rangers vs. Mariners predictions expect Logan Gilbert to be at his very best and for a particular Texas hitter to struggle.

Atlanta United vs New England Revolution Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's MLS Match

Apr 12, 2025 • 12:37 PM ET

There are goals aplenty when Atlanta United and New England meet, and our expert MLS predictions expect that trend to continue.

Pirates vs Reds Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 11, 2025 • 9:52 AM ET

Bailey Falter has been used as a punching bag by hitters to start the season, and Cincinnati will knock him around some more today.

What is Expected Value in Sports Betting? Learn How to Harness +EV for Your Wagering

Apr 9, 2025 • 2:30 PM ET

EV can be E-Z once you learn the basics. Discover the components of expected value betting and how to calculate it with insights from our Covers experts.

Phillies vs Braves Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 8, 2025 • 12:05 PM ET

An NL East series opens between the Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves as Chris Sale takes the mound and it will be his strikeouts that will be the point of focus in tonight's matchup.

Walter Clayton Jr Picks, Predictions & Best Bets for Florida vs Houston Tonight

Apr 7, 2025 • 6:27 PM ET

Houston's defense is celebrated for a reason, but the Cougars also tend to let opposing stars do their thing while clamping down on everyone else in the rotation. This will play to Walter Clayton Jr.'s advantage.

UCF vs Nebraska Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s CBC Championship Game

Apr 6, 2025 • 11:21 AM ET

While Darius Johnson has been shooting the lights out for UCF, our College Basketball Crown title game picks are siding with Nebraska.

Johni Broome Picks, Predictions & Best Bets Today for Florida vs Auburn

Apr 5, 2025 • 11:26 AM ET

Johni Broome might be injured, but that won't prevent him from attacking the glass, as our expert March Madness college basketball predictions explain.

MLB Player Props & Best Bets Today for 4-3: Good Lux With That

Apr 3, 2025 • 12:13 PM ET

Gavin Lux isn't hitting particularly well but he's making consistent contact and may be on the verge of breaking through. He's in a great position to do just that against Brewers SP Nestor Cortes tonight.

Red Sox vs Orioles Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 2, 2025 • 11:00 AM ET

Rafael Devers' season has gotten off to a horrendous start, and with his bat speed way down, we don't expect a sudden or immediate resurgence. The Red Sox slugger will go down on strikes at leas twice vs. the Orioles tonight.

MLB Player Props & Best Bets Today for 3-31: Manzardo's Making it Happen

Mar 31, 2025 • 1:24 PM ET

Our MLB player prop picks for March 31 target Kyle Manzardo, Kyle Schwarber, and Marcell Ozuna.

College Basketball Prop Picks & Best Bets for Today 3-30: Tennessee vs Houston

Mar 30, 2025 • 10:35 AM ET

L.J. Cryer has logged 12 dimes in three March Madness games and hasn't had a game below three assists. With his Over 2.5 fetching a juicy +155 price on Sunday, he's highlighting our Tennessee vs. Houston props below.

Braves vs Padres Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Mar 29, 2025 • 1:12 PM ET

The Braves have started fast in back-to-back games to start the season and should continue that trend against Randy Vasquez tonight.

St. Louis City SC vs Austin FC Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday’s MLS Matchup

Mar 29, 2025 • 12:53 PM ET

With both clubs underperforming on the offensive end, our expert MLS predictions anticipate a low-scoring game on Sunday.

MLB Player Props & Best Bets Today for 3-29: Vladdy Goes Yard!

Mar 29, 2025 • 10:53 AM ET

Our MLB expert has whipped up three great prop bets for today's massive slate, including a home run prop for Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

MLB Player Props & Best Bets Today for 3-28: It's Sho' Time!

Mar 28, 2025 • 10:42 AM ET

There's been no World Series hangover for Shohei Ohtani, and our MLB betting picks like him to stuff the stat sheet vs. the Tigers tonight. Plus, we'll attack a pair of plus-money hitter strikeout props.

UAB vs Santa Clara Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game

Mar 23, 2025 • 1:49 PM ET

The UAB Blazers do not have the offensive firepower to keep up with the Santa Clara Broncos in this NIT tilt, as our college basketball betting picks explain.

Arkansas State vs North Texas Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game

Mar 23, 2025 • 9:08 AM ET

Sunday's NIT clash pits Arkansas State against North Texas. As Jason Ence explains, North Texas is the more battled-tested and complete team and should be able to display that in this matchup.

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