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Dan Favale

Dan Favale

Dan Favale leverages over 12 years of sports journalism expertise in his role as New York staff writer. He provides in-depth analysis across the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, tennis, NASCAR, college basketball, and sports betting. Dan co-hosts the popular Hardwood Knocks NBA podcast. Passionate about fitness and punk rock, Dan brings a witty flair to his seasoned coverage. His comprehensive approach have established his veteran voice across multiple sports.

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Ohio sports betting advertising restrictions are relatively unique. But a recent federal bill may prompt all of that to change.

Are Restrictions on Ohio Sports Betting Advertisements About to Become the New Norm in the USA?

2024/05/16

It seems Ohio sports betting officials may have started a trend. The Buckeye State remains at the forefront of those concerned with the frequency and scale of sports gambling advertisements. It is something the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) has discussed on numerous occasions. It’s also a focus that aligns with how officials have regulated […]
Massachusetts sports betting officials are exploring the possibility of joining a United States-wide self-exclusion gambling program.

Massachusetts Sports Betting Regulators Could Add Bay State to USA-Wide Self Exclusion Program

2024/05/15

As the Bay State looks to join the mounting number of places attempting to combat problem gambling, Massachusetts sports betting officials are expected to consider joining a voluntary self-exclusion program. These initiatives are pretty standard on a state-by-state basis. Plenty of casinos and states with legal sports betting have voluntary lists to which prospective gamblers […]
Another year has passed without the legalization of Georgia sports betting. And a handful of industry insiders believe they know why.

The Reason Georgia Sports Betting Legalization Failed in 2024

2024/05/15

Another Georgia sports betting bill has officially flopped. The fallout, as always, has people asking one question: Why? In previous years, failure to legalize sports betting in Georgia has often come down to a lack of bi-partisan support. For most proposals, the approval of sports gambling in the Peach State will require a constitutional amendment. […]
Delaware online sports betting officially went live earlier this year. As of now, only one mobile sportsbook is licensed to operate. Will that ever change?

It May be a While Before Delaware Online Sports Betting Undergoes Expansion

2024/05/15

When Delaware online sports betting launched to close out 2023, it rolled out with an incredibly limited setup.  Just one parent online sportsbook in the United States is currently up and running. The operator in question is Rush Street Interactive (RSI), the company behind brands such as BetRivers, PlaySugarHouse and RushBet.  On some level, this […]
A 2024 Connecticut sports betting study has returned some potentially alarming results. OSB digs into all the details and potential fallout.

A 2024 Connecticut Sports Betting Has Yielded Some Troubling Results

2024/05/12

A 2024 Connecticut sports betting study conducted by Gemini Research has revealed some alarming findings that could, and should, impact how the state regulates wagering in the future. Among the main conclusions from the process: Problem gamblers are estimated to represent half of the state's sports betting volume despite accounting for roughly just 2 percent […]
Since the relaunch of Florida sports betting in late 2023, calls to gambling help hotlines have reportedly increased at an exponential rate.

Calls to Gambling Help Hotline Have Reportedly More Than Doubled Since Florida Sports Betting Relaunch

2024/05/12

Since the return of Florida sports betting at the end of 2023, there has reportedly been a substantial increase in calls to problem gambling hotlines. According to FOX 35 in Orlando, the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling has found that the “number of potential gambling addicts is on the rise” in the Sunshine State. This, […]
Officials in the Buckeye State are mulling changes to gaming laws that would impact Ohio sports betting licenses not yet in active use.

Officials are Considering Changes to Ohio Sports Betting Licenses

2024/05/12

Significant changes may be coming to the process of obtaining—and retaining—Ohio sports betting licenses.  The measure in question is aimed at approved sports gambling providers in the Buckeye State who have yet to activate their operations. If the Ohio Casino Control Commission approves this initiative, it would effectively strip the dormant operators of their license. […]
The Crimson State ended legislative sessions for 2024 without approving an Alabama sports betting bill in advance of this fall’s elections.

There will Officially be No Legalization of Alabama Sports Betting in 2024

2024/05/12

Another Alabama sports betting attempt has officially failed. Technically speaking, it failed a while ago. The Senate removed the Alabama sports betting provision from a larger state lottery bill and sent it back to the House of Representatives for approval. However, there was hope that sports wagering could make it back onto the bigger proposal, […]
The 2024 Kentucky Derby was apparently a record-setting event for the Churchill Downs and FanDuel sportsbooks. OSB explores why.

Churchill Downs and FanDuel Sportsbooks Set Kentucky Derby Betting Records

2024/05/09

The 2024 Kentucky Derby will go down as a banner betting event for some of the top sportsbooks in the United States. This year’s race marked the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill. It was also the first since general sports betting in Kentucky went live. And though it’s been mere days since […]
The playoffs for the 2024 League of Legends Mid-Season Invitational are officially underway, and OSB has picks for the top matchups.

Predicting the Top League of Legends 2024 Mid-Season Invitational Matchups

2024/05/09

The League of Legends 2024 Mid-Season Invitational (MSI) playoffs are officially underway. And that means it’s time to have a look at some of the upcoming key matchups.  Since the League of Legends playoffs began on May 7, we’ve already seen Gen.G take down Fnatic. That helps set the stage for what’s to follow. Here’s […]

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