Preakness Stakes Expert Picks, Odds and News

The NBA has unveiled its full 2024-25 season schedule, and fans are already marking the critical dates on their calendars. But it's not just the fans who are excited; bettors also have reason to be on alert, as this season promises to be full of surprises and opportunities for those looking to capitalize on NBA odds.

The Washington Commanders have added intrigue and size to their wide receiver room by signing Martavis Bryant, a 6-foot-4 receiver who last played in the NFL in 2018.Once an NFL Futures impacting talent with 14 touchdowns in his first two seasons after being drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2014, Bryant has faced a turbulent career. His path was derailed by multiple suspensions, including a season-long suspension in 2016 and an indefinite suspension in 2018 due to violations of the NFL’s substance abuse policy.

Defensive end Haason Reddick has requested a trade just a few months after being traded to the New York Jets. The Jets, however, have made it clear they have no intention of honoring this request. Jets general manager Joe Douglas announced that the team informed Reddick he would not be traded and is expected to stay with his teammates. The statement also noted that Reddick will continue to face fines under the CBA if he fails to report to the team.

The Cherie DeVaux-trained #7 She Feels Pretty, listed as the 2-1 morning-line favorite, is set to take on a competitive field this weekend. As a winner of the Natalma Stakes (G1) during her juvenile season, this Karakontie filly has proven her talent on the track. 

With Thorpedo Anna opting for next week’s Travers Stakes, the Grade 1 Alabama Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on August 17 becomes a more open contest. The race, one of the oldest in the nation, now sees a field of eight 3-year-old fillies competing for the title. This year’s edition of the Alabama Stakes is exciting for those engaged in offtrack betting and Saratoga betting strategies.