Robert Criscola
Robert Criscola
368 Articles
368 Articles
Robert M. Criscola is a veteran sportswriter from Brooklyn, NY. His work has appeared in MetroBet, TwinSpires Edge, and Horse Racing Nation. When he’s not working, you can often find Robert in “the best seat in the house,” watching the game of the night in his living room.
Sport to bet on: Horse Racing
Sports movie: Rocky
Sports snack: Pretzels
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2024 NBA Finals MVP Odds: Brown Earns More Gold
The 2024 NBA Finals MVP odds race has come to a close. Get the lowdown on the favorites, trends, history, and more when the 2025 NBA playoffs are set!
Iowa Corn 350: Iowa Picks, Betting Odds & Race Preview
Odds are live for the first-ever Iowa Corn 350, and Christopher Bell is threatening to give Kyle Larson and Denny Hamlin a run for their money on Sunday night. Check out our NASCAR Cup Series analysis and free betting picks for Iowa Speedway.
Panthers vs Oilers Prop Picks and Best Bets: Bobrovsky Tough to Beat
Sergei Bobrovsky has had a remarkable postseason, and our NHL betting picks don't see any reason to fade him in Game 4 as the Panthers try to put away the Oilers. Robert Criscola also has prop plays involving Connor McDavid and Stuart Skinner.
Triple Crown Odds: Mystik Dan Denied
Triple Crown talk ended almost as soon as it began following Mystik Dan's loss in the 2024 Preakness Stakes just two weeks after his win in the 150th Kentucky Derby. We'll have the latest Triple Crown odds when they go live in 2025.
2024 Belmont Stakes Odds: Dornoch Does It at 17-1
The 2024 Belmont Stakes is in the books and it was Dornoch who pulled off a sizable upset at 17-1, continuing a theme of underdogs prevailing in Triple Crown races.
Breeders' Cup Odds: City of Troy Favored in Classic
Despite campaigning on turf in Europe, City of Troy is the early favorite to win the 2024 Breeders' Cup Classic on dirt as we look at the latest Breeders' Cup odds following the conclusion of the U.S. Triple Crown season.
UFL Championship Odds: Stallions Seek Third Straight Spring Title
The Birmingham Stallions took the USFL Championship in 2022 and 2023, and they're favored to add another trophy to their mantle in the inaugural UFL season. Here's our latest UFL Championship odds update.
NASCAR Cup Series Odds: Larson, Hamlin Go Head to Head
Kyle Larson of Hendrick Motorsports and Denny Hamlin of Joe Gibbs Racing have been going back and forth for the lead in the NASCAR Cup Series odds. It's the former who enjoys a slight lead at some books in the latest NASCAR championship odds.
F1 World Drivers' Championship Odds: Norris, Leclerc Making Verstappen Work
Max Verstappen ran away with the 2023 F1 Drivers' Championship, but Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc are threatening to give Max a run for his money in 2024 as we look at the latest F1 odds.
Toyota/Save Mart 350: Sonoma Picks, Betting Odds & Race Preview
NASCAR heads to Napa Valley for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at California's Sonoma Raceway this Sunday. Will Martin Truex Jr. finally taste the sweet wine of success this season, or will he be left with sour grapes again?
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Belmont Stakes Picks: Best Trifecta, Superfecta, Exacta Bets for 2024
Why just stick with the win bet when you can make hundreds or even thousands going after the Belmont Stakes exacta, trifecta, or superfecta? Here are Robert Criscola's horse racing betting picks for the Run for the Carnations.
Belmont Stakes Predictions: Win, Place & Show Picks for 2024
The best Belmont Stakes picks and betting predictions for 2024, including our favorite win, place, and show picks for the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, June 8.
Belmont Stakes Long Shot Odds: Underdogs and Sleeper Bets for 2024
Robert Criscola takes a look at the 2024 Belmont Stakes underdogs and tells you who the best Belmont long shots and sleepers are.
Belmont Stakes Odds and Post Positions: Sierra Leone Favored, Draws Post Nine
The Belmont Stakes attracted 10 of the top three-year-olds in racing, including Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan and Preakness winner Seize the Grey. But they're both looking up at Sierra Leone on the Belmont odds board ahead of the Saturday, June 8 event.
Make Smarter Belmont Stakes Bets
The Belmont Stakes is the third jewel of horse racing’s Triple Crown and is set for June 8. We have you covered so you can make smarter Belmont Stakes wagers.
Caitlin Clark Odds: How Many Fouls Will Indiana Fever Rookie Draw This Season?
Caitlin Clark has taken the WNBA by storm, much to the chagrin of some of her competition. Sportsbooks have released odds on the number of fouls Clark will draw this season in the wake of the Chennedy Carter Flagrant 1, and we'll break them down.
Belmont Stakes Horses Lineup: 2024 Field, Post Positions & More
The Belmont Stakes is always loaded with some of the top three-year-olds in racing. Find out everything you need to know about these thoroughbreds prior to race time on Saturday, June 8.
Oilers vs Stars Same-Game Parlay Picks for Tonight's Game
Robert Criscola's NHL betting picks for Friday night tell you why Oilers vs. Stars Game 5 should be low-scoring, and how best to take advantage of the situation with a reverse-correlation same-game parlay play.
Rangers vs Panthers Same-Game Parlay Picks for Sunday's Game
Robert Criscola has put together a three-leg same-game parlay for Rangers vs Panthers Game 3 and believes Vincent Trocheck will lead the way on offense for New York while Igor Shesterkin keeps the Blueshirts' heads above water.
