Jori Negin-Shecter
Jori Negin-Shecter
Jori Negin-Shecter is a sports writer and podcast host, with previous work featured in publications including Sportsnet.ca, Yahoo Sports Canada, and the Nation Network. In addition to joining Covers in 2024 as a contributor, Jori also works as an Associate Producer on Sportsnet Central, and co-hosts the Bird's Eye View Podcast, a show focused on the Toronto Blue Jays.
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Michigan Orders Six Unlicensed Operators to Halt Services in State
Michigan is once again leading the charge in their continued pursuit against unregulated operators in the region.
PENN Entertainment, PGA Tour Team up for New Online Blackjack Game
The offering will be available in New Jersey and Ontario, and is the first to feature PGA branding.
New Jersey Woman Wins Massive $60k Jackpot on 20-Cent Bet
It was a weekend to remember for one Rahway, NJ resident, who turned less than a quarter into a major payday.
BetMGM Ontario Player Wins Two Jackpots in One Week
The fortunate gambler walked away with $2 million CAD in winnings thanks to a stroke of incredible luck.
NCAA Inks Extension with Genius Sports, Including Aim to Protect Players
The effort looks to curb continually rising levels of hate its top athletes face, which are often tied to sports betting.
Study Finds Japanese Gamblers Have Spent Over $44 Billion on Illegal Sports Wagers
Gambling is prohibited in Japan, and comes with severe penalties for individuals found to be illegally involved.
Knicks Favored to Win Eastern Conference for First Time Since 1993
It’s been a long time coming for one of the NBA’s flagship franchises, who have come this close to glory since 2000.
Multiple Toronto Casinos Fined for Allegedly Failing to Prevent Underage Gambling
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has penalized Great Canadian Entertainment to the tune of over $150,000.
Michigan Gaming Control Board Issues Cease-and-Desist Order to BetUS
The Michigan Gaming Control Board is once again taking a stand against unauthorized gambling activity in the state.
Warriors Priced as Underdogs for the First Time in Over a Decade
With a second-round showdown looming against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors find themselves in unfamiliar waters.
IBIA Flags 63 Suspicious Betting Alerts in Q1 2025
North America represented the most prominent base for reports, with 27% of all reports coming from the region – including six via American basketball.
PrizePicks Partners with MLB's Padres, Giants
Move comes amidst PrizePicks continued expansion into the world of Major League Baseball, but comes with a unique caveat due to local state laws.
PrizePicks Introduces New NFL Draft Daily Fantasy Game
With the first round of the NFL Draft set to kick off Thursday, PrizePicks is giving fans the chance to win a share of $500,000 in free lineups.
Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corporation to Decide on New Sports Betting Markets
The meeting comes shortly ahead of the Kentucky Derby's 151st running at Churchill Downs.
USA National Team Member Weston McKennie Investigated for Illegal Gambling
McKennie is among 13 soccer players who could face fines for use of illegal online poker, betting on other sports.
ToonieBet Named Online Casino Partner of Ottawa Senators
The partnership comes just in time for the Stanley Cup Playoffs, which will include the Senators for the first time since their 2017 trip to the Eastern Conference Finals.
Nevada Bettor's $5.6K Houston Rockets Futures Wager Could Yield Massive Return
Despite their record, not many books have the Rockets as serious title contenders, which could mean a huge payout for one gambler.
DraftKings Offers Torpedo Bat Home Run Markets as MLB Craze Continues
As players using the oddly shaped bat continue to pummel the ball, books are getting in on the fun with unique opportunities for bettors.
Draymond Green NBA Defensive Player of the Year Favorite Post-Wembanyama Injury
After the often divisive Warriors big stated his case for the award, bookmakers have responded in a major way.
Michigan Continues Crackdown on Unlicensed Offshore Operators
The Wolverine State is once again stepping up against offshore gaming companies, with the latest effort targeting Apex Dynamics Ltd.
