Robert Criscola
Robert Criscola
10+ years experience 10+ years experience
Robert M. Criscola’s road to becoming a Covers publishing editor began with an internship at Metro New York, which eventually turned into a freelance job at MetroBet covering many sports from a wagering angle, including horse racing. He continued to focus on “The Sport of Kings” by writing for shapperdacapper.com, danonymousracing.com, and informer.fanxt.com before joining the team at the TwinSpires Edge in 2019 as a regular contributor and weekend editor. “Crisco” began writing game previews for Covers in 2022 and joined the editing team in 2023.
His best advice for sports bettors? Bet with your head, not over it.
Sport to bet on: Horse Racing
Sports movie: Rocky
Sports snack: Pretzels
Covers feature: Scores and Matchups page
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2025 Stanley Cup Playoff Bracket: Playoff Picture for Round 1
The first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs is upon us! Get up-to-date bracket info and more for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
NHL Playoff Odds: Updated NHL Playoffs Series Odds and Betting Lines
Stay up to date with the 2025 NHL Playoffs series odds as the quest for Lord Stanley's Cup is reignited.
2025 Kentucky Derby Odds: Journalism Favored After Santa Anita Derby Triumph
Journalism's Kentucky Derby odds shortened considerably after he took the Santa Anita Derby. He'll ride a four-race win streak into the first leg of the Triple Crown, but is he the best bet on the board?
How to Bet on the Kentucky Derby: Bet Types, Tips & More
The Kentucky Derby is one of the biggest betting days of the year. Learn everything you need to know about how to wager on the Run for the Roses ahead of today's race.
UFL Championship Odds: Defenders Draw Closer
The Birmingham Stallions took the USFL Championship in 2022 and 2023 as well as the inaugural UFL Championship in 2024. UFL odds for 2025 see the Stallions still favored, but the St. Louis Battlehawks and D.C. Defenders are hot on their heels.
F1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Prediction, Picks & Odds - Jeddah Corniche Circuit 2025
The F1 odds are becoming more skewed toward McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri as we head into the Saudi Arabian GP. Let's look at the odds and make some picks for the fifth F1 race of 2025.
F1 World Drivers' Championship Odds: Take Your Pick of Piastri, Norris
Max Verstappen sewed up a fourth straight Drivers' Championship with two races to spare in 2024, but he's well behind Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris in the latest F1 Championship odds.
2025 College Football Win Totals Odds: Ohio State, Oregon Open With Highest Projected Wins
Early win projections have been released for 2025, but the highest win totals belonging to the Big Ten's powerhouse programs.
College Football Heisman Trophy Odds for 2025: Garrett Nussmeier, Arch Manning Open as Favorites
SEC quarterbacks lead the opening Heisman Trophy odds board, with Nussmeier (+800) and Manning (+800) the only players shorter than 10/1.
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Road to the Kentucky Derby Picks & Best Bets for 4-12: Lexington Stakes
Our horse racing betting picks believe Bullard will pass the distance test in the Lexington Stakes, the final 2025 Kentucky Derby prep. Read on for Robert Criscola's full betting strategy for the Keeneland feature.
Nikola Jokic Next Team Odds: Joker Bound for Tinsel Town?
The Denver Nuggets cleaned house just before the start of the playoffs, handing head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth their walking papers. That prompted next team odds for Nikola Jokic to surface, and the Lakers top the chart.
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Road to the Kentucky Derby Picks & Best Bets for 4-5: Wood Memorial + Santa Anita Derby
Bob Baffert looks to sweep a pair of Saturday Kentucky Derby preps. Our best horse racing betting picks tell you where the value lies in the Wood Memorial and the Santa Anita Derby.
2025 NASCAR Cup Series Odds: Bell in Front After Fast Start
The Christopher Bell revenge tour has begun, and he is the favorite to capture his first career NASCAR Cup Series championship. See who his closest pursuers are in our latest NASCAR Cup Series odds update.
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Canadiens vs Panthers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's NHL Game
Our NHL betting picks are calling for an uptempo afternoon tilt in Sunrise when the Canadiens visit the Panthers. Look for Nick Suzuki to test the Florida goaltender a couple of times or more.
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Road to the Kentucky Derby Picks & Best Bets for 3-29: Florida Derby + Arkansas Derby
Robert Criscola dives into Saturday's Florida Derby at Gulfstream and Arkansas Derby at Oaklawn, giving out his best bets from a value standpoint for each Kentucky Derby prep.
