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Griffin Carroll

Sports Betting Writer

Griffin Carroll is focused on bringing you the betting numbers that matter. With a focus on the NFL, NHL and NBA, Griffin relies on a data-driven betting approach for prop bets, spread picks and over/unders. 

A cross-sport parlay to begin November

With the World Series postponed yesterday, both teams' rotations get an extra day of rest, and Game 3 will see a different starter from Philadelphia. Our plan today is to grab a parlay leg from Game 3 on the diamond and pair it with one of the many enticing NHL games on the Tuesday schedule.

NHL Monday bets: Loading up alternate SOG lines

FanDuel remains the best sportsbook for NHL props, as they give us the chance to bet on alternate shots lines. That's exactly what we plan to do tonight.

Banking on a couple of Joes

Yesterday in the NFL saw massive games all over the place. If you're one to build out a big parlay, chances are some of you hit it big. We had multiple touchdown games and 100+ yard games from a large batch of stars, and we're hoping that magic dust extends to Monday Night Football this evening.

Long play prop for MNF: Who steps up without Chase?

Sunday's long play targets did well here, and we'll look to end Week 8 strong by targeting the Bengals' passing attack. Cleveland is a defense worth targeting for chunk yardage through the air.

NFL long play props for Week 8

With seven weeks under our belts, the data we have is starting to carry more weight and reliability. This week, we have some defenses to target, and we'll load up the best options we see for a long catch on Sunday.

Five NHL Saturday bets: Sides, totals and props

24 teams hit the ice today in the NHL, and we've whittled down the looks to just five bets. We have a grab-bag of plays for every type of bettor, from sides to props to totals.

NHL Friday bets: Shoot your shot with these props

Friday in the NHL brings with it a solid batch of games, including some of the most generous teams to shots on goal. We've got four prop plays here offering us value on the ice.

NFL Week 8 betting guide

We're nearing the halfway point in the NFL season, and this week's slate includes five divisional games and a make-or-break week for many teams. With the trade deadline looming, this weekend's results could quickly transition teams to buyers or sellers.

World Series highlights huge betting weekend

The World Series begins tonight, and the weekend will bring Week 9 in College Football and Week 8 in the NFL. We're sharing the looks that stand out to us for all three of the big-ticket items that await us.

NHL Thursday props: Finding plus-money bets on a packed night

It's a crowded evening of hockey props with 10 games on the schedule. Are we heroes for limiting this article to only five plays? A lot of people are saying yes.

Pounce pronto on pretty prop

Week 8 in the NFL begins with the Ravens and Buccaneers. Tom Brady and Tampa Bay have been nothing short of a severe disappointment to start the season.

TD prop targets for NFL Week 8: Pick & choose to build your own winners

Last week's touchdown prop article foreshadowed some big games, notably the Ravens running back group, the Bengals receivers, Ezekiel Elliott, Josh Jacobs and Kenneth Walker.

NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year betting odds as we near the midway point

The Breece Hall injury shakes up the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year betting market, as the Jets running back was well on his way to bringing home the award win.

Three NHL bets for Wednesday: Goal props top the night's choices

Tonight in the NHL, we have a pair of goal-scorers who appear to be in strong spots, along with a shot on goal prop targeting the most generous team to shots in the league.

NHL Tuesday bets: Four prop plays feature familiar faces

For today in the NHL, we have a few familiar faces leading the way for shot props in what is an inviting slate of games on the ice.  

Best and worst NFL betting teams through 7 weeks: Watch these trends, they'll help you win 

Before we head to Week 8 in the NFL, let's sift through the betting trends and the teams to keep an eye on for this coming weekend.  

Catching a case of Phillie Phever!

The sports world takes a breath today, with the NBA and NHL representing the only action of the four major professional sports. It's not that we don't love betting on both basketball and hockey, but today feels like the right time to look ahead and see what awaits us for the 2022 World Series, set to begin on Friday.

NHL Monday prop bets: Brady Tkachuk and Jack Hughes lead the way

It's a new week on the ice, and Monday's slate seems to offer some nice value. Plus-money props power many of our NHL plays tonight.  

Look for Pats to grind down Bears on MNF

A Phillies-Astros World Series awaits us! Hats off to the two clubs, who will meet for Game 1 on Friday. Luckily there's no shortage of sports as we wait for the World Series to begin.

NHL Saturday bets: All about shots on goal

What a packed day we have in the NHL. On days like this, it's hard to limit the volume, but we do the best we can by simplifying our approach and trusting in our reads.

NHL Friday bets: A +560 play for Detroit-Chicago

We have three games tonight in the NHL, and while YB's Griffin Carroll sees value in each, he's paying attention to one game in particular: Detroit vs. Chicago.

NFL Week 7 betting guide

Six weeks down in the NFL, and with the standings deadlocked around the league, plenty is left to be decided. Whether it's an angle on a spread, total or a prop, we've got your picks.

We're back in a New York groove

It's sports overload right now, which we'll never complain about. Even with Padres-Phillies tonight, a packed NBA Friday and loaded NHL and college football slates tomorrow, it's time we get our NFL Sunday in order.

NHL Thursday bets: A strong night for shots on goal props

Yesterday was no good for props, but it's a new day and the hockey slate looks fantastic. We're focused in on shots on goal bets tonight on the ice. 

NFL Week 7 touchdown prop betting guide: 14 groups to target

This NFL prop resource has continued to highlight the position groups that find the end zone on Sundays. Last week many of our circled spots did deliver, so while YB's Griffin Carroll didn't have luck with his own parlay combinations, we're hoping some of you did.