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- 2026 MLB Odds: Dodgers Become Major Liability Amid Skubal Trade Talks
With the MLB trade deadline set for 6 p.m. ET on Monday, and as the calendar simultaneously flips to August, World Series odds are attracting more attention. That includes one Caesars Sports customer who thinks the Dodgers just might land Tigers ace Tarik Skubal between now and Monday night. "We just took a $10,000 bet [Friday] morning on the Dodgers +175 to win the World Series," Caesars head of baseball trading Eric Biggio said Friday afternoon. Biggio and Caesars senior baseball trader Matt Torchia help break down 2026 World Series odds and action, as the regular season hits its final two months. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. Skubal Sweepstakes At 51-58, Detroit is fourth in the AL Central and trails seven teams in the AL wild-card chase. That means the Tigers will likely be trade-deadline sellers, with Skubal the best piece to offer up by far. The left-handed ace can walk as a free agent after this season, so Detroit almost assuredly wants something in return. As of Friday afternoon, the Dodgers are the frontrunner to snag him. If that happens, then World Series favorite Los Angeles would surely move off its current +175 price, becoming an even stronger favorite, likely in the +140 range. But Caesars wouldn’t be that enthused about a third straight Dodgers championship. "We’re OK to the Dodgers on straight bets," Biggio said. "But what’s been popular with bettors is including the Dodgers in futures parlays. That connected for a few of our players last year. "I think there’s gonna be some futures parlay liability with the Dodgers." Banking On Boston A huge surprise over the past month has been the resurgence of the Red Sox. On July 1, Boston was 37-48 and an afterthought for the playoffs. Then came a 15-game win streak, which comprised the bulk of a 20-2 run that actually began in late June. That took the Sox from 100/1 long shot to +1800 10th choice in Caesars World Series odds. If the season ended today, Boston would be the second of three AL wild-card teams. "A good amount of bets came in on the Red Sox at some decent numbers for the bettors," Biggio said. "Not many got in at the peak of 100/1,… [TheTopNews] Read More.5 hours ago - So Sleek & So Clean: 8 Elements To Like About INDYCAR’s Newly Designed...INDYCAR HEADQUARTERS (Indianapolis) — I got to see the 2028 INDYCAR. And there is a lot to like. Well, it won’t be exactly what will run at the track starting in 2028. With 19 months to go before it actually is used to race, it will undergo more tweaks and adjustments. Testing starts Saturday and Sunday, with Alexander Rossi in the car on Saturday and Alex Palou in it on Sunday. It won’t have the actual race engines, as Chevrolet and Honda are still developing their power plants. Instead, it will have a 2.4-liter V-6 engine that was developed a few years ago but never used. It won’t have the hybrid system operational. But the tests over the next few months will inform INDYCAR about what might need to be changed before parts and pieces are started in mass production. INDYCAR doesn’t expect full tests of the entire field until after the 2027 season. "This weekend ... is just some very basic metrics that we need to get off the car," INDYCAR VP of Competition and Race Engineering Mike O’Gara told me and other reporters Friday afternoon when showing us the car. "Lap time is not even on our radar just yet. For a brand-new car, you really need to make sure it starts, it steers, and it stops. And then you start looking at more and more data and measuring more things. "If we get through these next couple days with a car that we know the braking system and the steering system work fine and the new damper system is doing what it's supposed to, it'll be a good test." But leave no doubt, this car is well into its development. And for 2028, here are eight things that seem cool. Elements of the car that folks really might like. Things that are noticeable when taking a close look at the car. It's designed to be faster — without compromising safety. And also, it's about 100 pounds lighter than the current car used today. We’ll get into more of the tech elements after the test, but this is more what strikes me at first look. 1. LED Lights This was tried a handful of years ago. But trying to incorporate the system into an existing car produced too many problems with overheating and vibrations. It also caused issues with the car's ability to work properly overall. But now… [TheTopNews] Read More.7 hours ago
- Q&A With Chad Ochocino Johnson: Who Complains About Madden Ratings? Surprise...As NFL teams open training camps this week, there are significant football numbers being unveiled. Yes, EA Sports celebrated "Madden NFL 27 Ratings Week," with a few elite players earning the rare 99 rating and everyone else complaining. The target of their disappointment is former Bengals receiver Chad Ochocinco Johnson, who made six Pro Bowls in a colorful 11-year NFL career and has found a second chapter as a "ratings adjuster" for EA Sports, traveling to games and scouting players in person for his role in choosing their rating. Johnson took a few minutes to talk with FOX Sports about the seriousness and silliness of football video game ratings and his readiness to back up his numbers when players take issue. Chomping on a cigar and wearing an MLS soccer jacket, he talked about everything from a penchant for generous tipping to his favorite receivers to the World Cup and his love of McDonald's. What is your phone like on a day like today when players find out their ratings for the year? Johnson: In the past, when they didn't have someone that was in charge of the ratings, they could be upset. They could complain. You can't complain to me, because I can pull up and show you exactly what you are. I can show you why you're an 82. You see, this game, where you disappear because you're playing against one of the better players in the NFL. That's why you're rated where you are. Can you do it week in and week out against the best? You disappear; that's why you're not rated high. There's a reason Myles Garrett is a f---ing 99. I'm a former player that played at a very high level and was elite at what he did. This is why you're rated where you are: you disappear in f---ing games. I don't want you to name specific names, but is there a position that might complain the most about ratings? Johnson: Every position complains. I'm not going to call out names, but especially skill-position DBs and receivers. Oh man, yeah. The funny thing about this is a great thing: You have 17 weeks to show me otherwise. You have 17 weeks to show me and don't disappear. Listen, I understand you're going to drop the ball as a defensive back. You're going to get beat. It happens. I don't care who you are;… [TheTopNews] Read More.7 hours ago
- Where To Find Germany’s Stars After The 2026 World CupIt wasn't the World Cup that Germany had hoped for following an early exit in the round of 32, thus stretching its drought of not reaching at least the semifinals to three tournaments. The four-time champions weren't tabbed to win it all, but there's always expectations of a deep run for this team. Things started off on the right foot with 7-1 win over debut side Curaçao in their Group E opener. That followed a 2-1 win over the Ivory Coast, but then 2-1 loss to Ecuador to close group stage play set the Germans back. Then it was a loss on penalties after a 1-1 draw to Paraguay in the round of 32 that sent the Germans home. So what's next for Germany's top players after the 2026 World Cup? Havertz finished with three goals for Germany, including two in the 7-1 victory over Curaçao. He scored the equalizer in the game against Paraguay, but his penalty attempt against Oscar Gill was saved. Havertz was key to Arsenal's Premier League winning campaign and scored in the Champions League final loss to Paris Saint-Germain. He'll be back in action for the Gunners, who'll look to defend its league crown. Things have been rocky lately for Germany's talented attacking midfielder, who saw his first season at Liverpool fall short of lofty expectations. He scored just five goals in Premier League action amid questions on which position best suited him. At the World Cup, he finished with three assists but couldn't find the back of the net. He'll now head back to Liverpool under new manager Andoni Iraola, where Wirtz will look to get back on track for both club and country. Undav was Germany's best player at the tournament despite being used as a substitute for most of it. He finished with three goals and two assists, including bagging a brace in the win over the Ivory Coast. A well-traveled veteran at age 30, Undav returns to Stuttgart in the Bundesliga, where he has been one of the team's most consistent scorers. Regarded as one of the finest goalkeepers of all-time, Neuer became the oldest Germany player to feature at a major tournament, breaking the record previously held by Lothar Matthäus at 40 years and 79 days. Neuer was the sole player on this squad who was part of the 2014 Germany team that won the World Cup. With four editions on… [TheTopNews] Read More.8 hours ago
- Where to Trade on the UFC This Weekend, Polymarket, KalshiThis page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. Sports fans looking to trade on UFC Fight Night markets this weekend can do so on both Polymarket and Kalshi. New users can also take advantage of welcome offers, including Polymarket promo code FOX for a $20 trading bonus and Kalshi promo code FOXSPORTS for up to $500 in bonuses. This weekend's card marks the UFC's first-ever event in Serbia as UFC Fight Night: Uros Medić vs. Daniel Rodriguez takes place at Belgrade Arena. The main event features hometown favorite Uroš Medić against veteran Daniel Rodriguez in a five-round welterweight showdown. Both fighters come in on three-fight winning streaks, with Medić looking to capitalize on home support after three consecutive first-round knockout victories. Rodriguez returns to the octagon after more than a year away from competition hoping to spoil the Serbian's rise. Whether you're trading on the UFC, MLB, the WNBA, or other live sports markets, new users can use Polymarket promo code FOX to receive a $20 trading bonus and Kalshi promo code FOXSPORTS to unlock up to $500 in bonuses before this weekend's action begins. For more information and full terms and conditions, visit our Kalshi promo code page. How to Claim the Kalshi Welcome Bonus Kalshi Chances For more information and full terms and conditions, visit our Polymarket promo code page. How to Claim the Polymarket Promo with Code FOX Polymarket Chances Event Details & Schedule The Matchup Breakdown Main Card Lineup [TheTopNews] Read More.8 hours ago
- Madden NFL 28: 11 Players Who’ll Crack The Top 5 At Their Positions Next Y...The initial player ratings for the "Madden NFL 27" video game are live, and many fans are already thinking about how they could change when the season gets underway (they’ll be updated each week). But let’s take it a step further than that: What could the ratings look like by the start of the 2027 season, ahead of the release of "Madden NFL 28"? Here are my predictions for the offensive and defensive players who will crack the top-five at their positions by this time next year: Madden NFL 27 Rating: 92 Madden NFL 27 QB Ranking: 6th If having a top-four passing offense last season wasn’t enough, the Patriots added A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs this offseason to give Maye one of the NFL’s best wide receiver rooms. His protection should also improve with the additions of rookie first-rounder Caleb Lomu and free-agent Alijah Vera-Tucker. The MVP runner-up last season, Maye is poised to make another major statistical jump in Year 3. Madden NFL 27 Rating: 87 Madden NFL 27 WR Ranking: T-16th Olave is coming off a career year in 2025, catching 100 passes for 1,163 yards and nine touchdowns. Entering his second season in Kellen Moore’s offense and with the continued rise of quarterback Tyler Shough, don’t be surprised to see Olave produce like a top-five receiver in 2026. Having a talented receiver opposite him in No. 8 overall pick Jordyn Tyson will make it even more difficult for defenses to cover the former Ohio State star. Madden NFL 27 Rating: 90 Madden NFL 27 RB Ranking: 9th Tight end Travis Kelce will turn 37 this season. Top receiver Rashee Rice has played just 12 games over the past two seasons combined. There’s a very real chance that Walker, the reigning Super Bowl MVP, will be the engine of the Chiefs’ offense. His production could skyrocket as he no longer plays alongside Zach Charbonnet, who took carries away from him in Seattle. And Walker is the most dynamic running back that Kansas City has had in the Patrick Mahomes era, so expect Andy Reid and offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy to take full advantage of Walker's skill set. Madden NFL 27 Rating: 85 Madden NFL 27 OT Ranking: T-20th After missing 11 games last season due to injury, Alt is healthy and expected to return to star form. New OC Mike McDaniel’s wide-zone offensive principles should help alleviate… [TheTopNews] Read More.8 hours ago
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