Miami, Florida marks the scene of the man who gathers all the information from this network of sports handicappers.  I met Tim, the face of the business, while drinking in South Beach.  A happy go lucky guy with wall street wit and a serious Internet background, Tim has successfully recruited a HUGE source of information to bet part of what is now one of the most revered sports handicapping websites heading into the 2011 football season.

I’ve been following their initial launch picks, which are generated in beautiful Costa Rica, for two weeks now.  I got a free look in to their picks, which are the result of a lot of information gathered from sources that start with offshore sportsbooks.  The offshore industry does a good job of helping get numbers out to people that tell others where the money is being laid……BUT, they don’t tell people who is betting what, where, and how much.  Well, this website has a consultant working down there, in the pits, getting the information on where players called “sharps, wise guys” and other fancy names, are laying their bets.

One theory is going VERSUS the public money.  As a degenerate gambler, I can say that if you bet against my picks the last decade you’d have a lot more money than me.  It’s crazy how the public loses, and how much they lose. It’s year in, year out.  Books make money and guys collect, while customers pay.  It’s a clockwork business.

Outlaw Sports Advisors make money by betting against the public, and following the money laid by the wise guys.  This is tough to get information, but so far, so good – the group is on an 8-2 run since opening its doors and taking over the Outlaw brand.  This is their first year selling their information to others, but so far it’s off to one of the hottest starts in the sports betting world.

The free look-in has been highly profitable for me.  I am going to document their picks here on Miami’s best blog and show people how they do over the season. It’s cool to see a local group doing well with this – it’s afforded me the right to drink more, live better, and not be such a losing sports gambler!

Here is a link to the site, in case you want to check them out.

Outlaw Sports Handicappers

Terry Bender writes in sports and lifestyle.  He’s back from a sabbatical and will appear regularly this fall for the football season.

NFL Sports Betting odds can have several lines to take bets on for the same game. There is fractional, decimal, and American style lines of odds normally displayed. Fractional would show as an example, 5/2 which would mean 2.5:1 where for every one dollar bet $2.50 would be won. Decimal would be for example a line of 2.45, and in that case for every one dollar wagered $2.45 dollars would be returned. Lastly, there is the American style of line, in which it’s shown as a positive or negative number. A line of –125 would mean that $125 would be needed to be wagered to win $100. Conversely, a line of +125 would mean that $100 need be wagered to win $125. Even odds, simply means that the amount wagered will return the same amount on a winning bet. With this explained there are a few different types of bets that may be placed. Each will have the above listed payout lines leveraged against them. These are Point Spread wagers, Over/Under, and NFL Futures bets.

Point Spread wagers

Point spread wagers are where a team is given a positive or negative number of points by which they are to win or lose. For example, Team A is given a point spread of +7. This means that Team A has to win the game by 7 points or more for that particular wager to return as a winning bet. Alternately, Team A having a –7 point spread means that they are to lose the game by no more than 7 points for the wager to return as a winning bet. Or, if you prefer the –7 indicates that you are placing a bet on Team B to win by 7 points or more. Either way you look at it, a negative number next to the team means they must lose by that many points, and a positive number means they must win by that many points. This is not a new form of wagering and by far the most popular form of betting for persons by traditional sportsbooks over the years, and has just overflowed into the online array of bets offered.

Over/Under wagers

Another type of bet is the Over/Under style wager. With this wager there is a total number of points listed that the two teams combined will score. You may bet either that at the end of the game the total points scored will either be over or under that total when the team scores are combined. So if there is a 54 point Over/Under line given on the game the following example is the case: You may place a wager, normally with different payouts, that either the end result of the game will accumulate a points total of both teams added together, that will either be “Over” 54 points or “Under” 54 points. Fairly simple and likely why this is a very popular type of bet, and has been around for years and years.

Parlay bets

There is also what’s called a parlay bet. This involves betting on multiple games as a package of bets. You for example bet on three selected wagers for 3 games. This can be any array of wagers like two point spread bets, and an Over/Under bet making 3 total bets. Another example could be a straight win/loss bet on the odds coupled with a point spread bet and two more Over/Under bets making a total of four bets. It can be any set not necessarily those specific arrays, and have as many bets in it as you’d like, it only needs to be comprised of single bets listed that may be taken for any single bet. Parlays just have to be 2 or more bets combined to be qualified for this style of wager. In turn, you are essentially placing several bets in one package bet for all to win. Therefore, higher payout odds are given, however, if not all bets in parlay return as winners, no money is paid for the parlay bet. This makes it a higher risk bet, but with a promise of large return should all return winners.

NFL Futures bets

Another style of bet is NFL Futures and the outcome of such bets result over time. Normally, these are placed at or near the beginning of the season. These involve such things as who will win the Super Bowl, which quarterback will throw for the most yards, who will win each division, who will win each conference, who will be the running back with most yards, who will score the most touchdowns, or other things arising at a specified point in the season or at end of season to be wagered on. There are many different ones, and you will find they vary from site to site. As always check around, since each site will offer different lines on the same bets usually. While these are long term duration bets with several months elapsing before a result is found, they can pay handsomely should your wager come out a winner.

About NFL betting online

NFL sports betting online has many great resources and a vast variety of sites to shop odds for placing your bet. With all the resources and information available, you have everything you need to obtain basically live information regarding any game in any division. Having this luxury makes online NFL betting somewhat optimal for your wagering pleasures. You have virtually any possible bet, on any team(s), with all the information you could possible need at your fingertips. Should you not want to do the research, there are many sites dedicated to offering listings of what the top bets are during each week or season. These may include sure bets, best paying bets with highest possibility of winning, long shots worthy of considering, great parlay opportunities, and “do not miss” lines offered at various sites

For the record we really enjoyed the Heat season and went to several games.  The defensive, yet always ready to explode down the court and dunk style of play brought many good memories.  Thanks for the memories, D-Wade, LeBron, Chris Bosh, Mario Chalmers, Mike Miller, Mike Bibby, James Jones, Joel Anthony, Eddie House, Big Z, Damps, and the man with a huge heart and gritty style of play, Juwan Howard.  Did we leave anyone out?  If so, whoops…..just going off the cuff here.

With the Marlins in a serious tailspin and their ace, Josh Johnson, going on the 60 day disabled list, what is in the positive pipeline for Miami Sports fans?

Well, football season is rapidly approaching…..that is if there is one at the professional level.

The U, hmmmm….new coach, uncertainty at quarterback, and losing their huge receiver to the NFL does not not bode well for a strong outlook.  Sure, the Canes are the Canes and they just may step up under new coach Al Golden and surprise everyone, but let’s not bet the rent on them to do that, okay?

The Panthers?  We’ll skip that one and just congratulate the Bruins on last night’s game seven victory. Way to keep Canada’s name off the cup once again.

So, DolFans, if there is a season, which we are praying there is, what are your thoughts on this years team?  Should they reach out and try to sign Plaxico?  We’re opining that he signs in Philly, but it would be a nice addition to the Fins and Brandon Marshall would get open more if Plax could remain near his home in South Florida.

On the bright side, Miami sports can only trend up from here!

The show has a knack for creating spur-of-the-moment productions that are often parody’s of well known songs. An instant classic was Dan singing his own lyrics to “Bawitdaba” by Kid Rock, which aptly starts out with Dan screaming “My name is Chrissssssssssssssss…..Chris Bosh!”

There is even a song by Jay Z (Big Pimpin’) that is turned into the Miami Heats’ “Big Z.”   This type of humor is always grabbing listeners attention and making them laugh.

Most recently, a skit about Chris Bosh done by the show included lyrics by Marc Hochman that played to the beat of the famous Beverly Hills Cop anthem. Already a global sensation on YouTube, the song, titled “Beverly Hills Bosh,” depicts Chris’ career as a member of the Miami Heat and also has some cameo’s where is he plays the role of law enforcer in Beverly Hills. The skit is absolutely hilarious, and it’s just the latest from the crew at 790 the Ticket.

Here is the production, below. Watch it, laugh, and make a comment about how great it is if you like. I will promise one thing, you will not be able to get “Bosh, Bosh, Bosh, Bosh” out of your head, and you will think of this video every time Chris Bosh touches the ball tonight and for the rest of this Championship Season.

Let’s Go Heat! Let’s Go Heat! Enjoy the game tonight, Heat Fans.

Fort Lauderdale Strikes Football Club

Nearly 4,500 fans showed up for the game, and after a strong showing in the opener last week the team appears to have a strong local following.  With a diverse crowd creating chants, banging drums, and taking advantage of the plethora of international cuisine offered, the Strikers had a distinct home field advantage behind it’s growing fan base.

The second half provided for more action, starting with NSC’s goal from a dead ball by Andrei Gotsmanov, who hails from a soccer rich family with deep roots in the Minnesota and international professional soccer scene.  Gotsmanov placed a perfect chip into the box from about 45 yards out onto the head of a teammate who headed the ball into the goal.  The player was unmarked in what appeared to be a confused Strikers defense.

Applying pressure for most of the second half, the Strikers were never out of the game and from my point of view they had many more chances than NSC, yet trailed late into the game.  However, luck caught the Strikers at the proper time – in the games waning minutes, they earned a penalty kick, which Eduardo Coudet converted by slicing a hard shot out of the reach of the diving Joe Warren.

The game was far from over, however.  In the extra time the Strikers earned a corner kick and had multiple chances on goal and almost completed the come from behind win.  Instead they earned an impressive draw, showing a lot of heart coming back from a deficit against one of the better goalkeepers they will see all year in Warren.

The next Striker home game is at Atlanta on April 23.  The Striker’s current record is 0-1-1.

first of the season at the Atlanta Silverbacks in their next game on April 23.

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The Stars (1-0-1) broke a scoreless tie in the 61st minute when a free kick by Andrei Gotsmanov found Devin del Do for the header from outside the far left post. It would have been Gotsmanov’s second straight game winning assist if not for Coudet’s tying goal.

If the Strikers had to be graded on their first half performance in compared to last weeks season opener home loss to Edmonton, consider it a vast improvement. The Strikers could have easily had two goals, if not for big save from Stars keeper Joe Warren.

The Strikers were patient, maybe too patient, to push forward in the early going of the half. Able to push the ball down the wings without much resistance by the Minnesota defense, the Strikers began creating chances.

The first build up nearly resulted in a penalty kick, but the foul called against Stars defense John Gilkerson on Aaron Wheeler came within a yard of the penalty box. The free kick by Eduardo Coudet was save just inside the left post by Warren.

In the final third of the half, the Strikers maintained possession producing two more opportunities. The first a centering pass deep through the box by Martin Nunez, but no one was home to get a foot on it. The other by Wheeler from just outside 18 yards went so close to right post.

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Long story short, Big Ben Rothlisberger dove for the goal line in an effort to score.  The Fins Defense knocked the ball out, and a scrum ensued.  While the camera may not show this, the Dolphins came out of the hog pile with the ball.
HOWEVER……(and that is a word Fins fans will remember for a while….)…….the video replay did not show the Dolphins emerging with the ball.  Ruling on the field was that Ben scored, but the end result was a loss of downs and the ball was placed on the 1/2 yard line.  This made life difficult for the Fins, as they went down 23-22 on the ensuing field goal, and an outraged Tony Sparano let the refs know it on the sidelines.

Lots of confusion, lots of debate, but the same end result – a loss.  This would have been a monumental win for Miami, as Pitt boasts arguably the best team in the NFL right now, and has only had QB Big Ben Rothlisberger for two weeks.

Next up:  Cincinnatti Bengals.  Will Miami’s own Chad OchoCinco step up with his buddy Terrell Owens?  Or will the Fins right the ship and get a much-needed win to stay in the AFC east race?

Some blog notes from our crew, who ended up sitting on the Jets side among some rowdy New Yorkers…..

*Many celebs were in appearance, including owners J. Lo and Marc Anthony.  Also seen were LeBron James, Dwayne Wade, and Chris Bosh of the Miami Heat.

*Fergie did a duo with Marc Anthony in the National Anthem.

*Jason Taylor was booed.  Loudly.  Not by us though.  We love JT, he was pushed out of town. People seem to forget that.

*Jason Taylor had gatorade dumped on him after the game by coach Rex Ryan.  Seriously.

*The game was virtually decided before kickoff when the inflatable Dolphins runway prop would not inflate.  We knew right there it would spell trouble.

*Ricky Williams lost the handle on the ball a few times.

*The Offense played very, very well.  Davone Bess, Brian Hartline, and Brandon Marshall all had integral roles in the game.

*Many people were very, very drunk.  It pretty much was a standard Miami vs. New York game.

We’re hung over, tired, and got little sleep. We had to bring some JETS FANS to the airport.

Tomorrow is a new day.  Stay well Miami.

Other Miami Sports News….

Head Coach Randy Shannon has ordered the Hurricanes football team to stop using Twitter.

In complete agreement with coach there, kids need to focus.

The Miami Dolphins play the Brett Favre-led Minnesota Vikings in the Metrodome next weekend. It will be a tough battle of teams looking to gain ground in their division.  Miami won last weekend over Buffalo, but were expected to win.  Minnesota lost the opening game to the Saints in New Orleans…

Lastly, the Fins are looking at free agent defensive player Adalius Thomas, formerly of the New England Patriots and long time member of the fearsome defense of the Baltimore Ravens.

Located near the Capital Grill on Brickell Avenue in downtown Miami, the rooftop soccer complex has two fields that are divided by an air conditioned waiting room equipped with plasma tv, cold beverages, and a place to relax and watch the games from the air conditioned r0om.

Rooftop Soccer

It’s great for corporate events, and is priced fair at around $100 per hour.  Break that down per player on a 5 v 5 or more game, and your in business for a rather affordable price per person.

With all of the foriegn soccer stars retiring in Miami, you are sure to see greatness on Brickell Avenue.  Here are some of the details of the facility.

• Two indoor sized fields with nets.
• Both fields have nets around the perimeter as well as on top.  The top net is about 75 feet in the air.
• Fields are on the 3rd floor, parking is underground

An instant success, our own Terry Bender has played with numerous friends so far.  It’s a great time to play soccer in Miami, rooftop style.