Early Odds With Joe Ostrowski

In Early Odds this week, Joe Ostrowski was joined by Jeremy Kudon to discuss how remote registration has returned for mobile sports betting in Illinois and the impact that sports bettors across the state made in that endeavor. Circa Sports sportsbook operations manager Jeffrey Benson then joined the show to discuss the NBA playoffs and the Northern Trust on the PGA Tour. He also previewed the Circa Sports Contest weekend. Later, Jim Miller of Hawthorne Race Course joined the program to share his best bets at the track and to update us on when the Points Bet sportsbook will open at Hawthorne. 

Joe Ostrowski was joined by Sports Handle betting analyst Chris Altruda to discuss his experience with the two new sportsbooks that opened in the southwest suburbs of Chicago this week. And how will the mobile betting mess be made right by the state?

In Early Odds this week, Joe Ostrowski was joined by Preston Johnson of ESPN Daily Wager to preview the NBA playoffs. Which team in the opening round does he see the most value in? Johnson broke down the Lakers-Trail Blazers series and discussed which direction should the Bulls should go in their coaching search. Jeff Votteler of Awesemo.com then joined the show to discuss the Stanley Cup playoffs, what he expects in Game 3 between the Blackhawks and Golden Knights on Saturday, which series he's most excited about and more. Later, Jim Miller of Hawthorne Race Course joined the program to preview the Kentucky Derby and to share his best bets from the track.

In Early Odds this week, Joe Ostrowski was joined by analyst Alex Smith to discuss the Blackhawks' upset of the Oilers in their qualifying-round series. DraftKings Sportsbook head Johnny Avello then joined the show to discuss a variety of topics. After that, Paulie of the Elite Sports Network joined the program to discuss the PGA Championship. Later, Ostrowski also welcomed on Jim Miller of Hawthorne Race Course.

In Early Odds this week, Joe Ostrowski conducted interviews with Adam Small of USbets.com, Drew Dinsick of the Deep Dive podcast and Jim Miller of Hawthorne Race Course.

After a long layoff because of the coronavirus pandemic, Early Odds made its return just as Opening Day arrived in MLB. Joe Ostrowski was joined by Michael Beller of the Athletic to discuss their favorite odds for the new baseball season. Other guests were Chad Millman of the Action Network and Jim Miller of Hawthorne Racecourse.

In a special Early Odds segment while sitting in for Laurence Holmes, Joe Ostrowski was joined by longtime Las Vegas oddsmaker Dave Sharapan to discuss the buzz around the sportsbooks with many major sports leagues set to return. Sharapan also discussed why the White Sox have been the hottest futures bet of anyone in Las Vegas lately, where NFL futures sit and more.

Joe Ostrowski was joined by UFC expert Yanni The Greek to discuss the best lines to attack in UFC 251.

Joe Ostrowski was joined by gambling expert Joey Knish to discuss odds for the upcoming football season, including his thoughts on the Lions' line to win the NFC North in 2020.

On Wednesday evening, Joe Ostrowski was joined by professional sports bettor Zack Price to preview the Workday Charity Open on the PGA Tour this week. Which golfers does he like this week? He also shared insights into golf betting and pitfalls to avoid.

Joe Ostrowski was joined by NFL betting expert Adam Chernoff to discuss his innovative betting platform, Chicago Bears bets, and why he and others have also bought in so much on betting golf. Ostrowski hosts his Early Odds segment each weeknight at 8:20 p.m., bringing you the latest insight into the sports gambling industry.

Joe Ostrowski was joined by Dave Sharapan of CG Technologies to discuss the hottest bets in sports during the coronavirus pandemic and why he decided to return to the betting industry after a brief hiatus.

Joe Ostrowski was joined by Jeff Votteler of Awesemo.com to share his favorite golf bets in the Rocket Mortgage Classic this weekend and to discuss the NHL's upcoming return.

Joe Ostrowski was joined by red-hot bettor Spencer McIlmoyle to discuss the Rocket Mortgage Classic, which starts Thursday. McIlmoyle has picked two straight winners on the PGA Tour, so which golfer does he like this week?

Joe Ostrowski was joined by Brad Allen of Legal Sports Report to discuss DraftKings securing sports betting access in Illinois.

Joe Ostrowski was joined by betting expert and 98.5 The Hub (Boston) producer Dan Lifshatz to discuss the Patriots' addition of veteran quarterback Cam Newton, his success betting on the WNBA and other leagues, his best tips, how new bettors should handle failures and more.

Joe Ostrowski was joined by gambling analyst and bettor Jason Mattis (@lockoftheday1) to discuss the upcoming FA Cup and other soccer matches this weekend. Which teams does he like the most? 

Joe Ostrowski was joined by Mitch Armentrout of the Sun-Times to discuss the advancements that Illinois has made with online sportsbooks, when casinos might open in the state, what the future holds for other players trying to get in on the action and more.

Joe Ostrowski was joined by bettor Spencer McIlmoyle to discuss which golfer you should be wagering on at the Travelers Championship on the PGA Tour this weekend.

Joe Ostrowski was joined by You Better You Bet host Locky Lockerson to discuss the PGA Tour market and how he has figured out how to bet golf recently.