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Jack Dougherty

Jack Dougherty has been writing professionally since 2015, contributing to publications such as GoPSUSports.com, Centre Daily Times, Associated Press, and Sportscasting.com. He also spent more than a year working at a casino sportsbook, where he learned the ins and outs of the betting world and witnessed the grave mistakes casual bettors make every day. Now, Jack wants to use his expertise and experience in the industry to make you a more disciplined and more profitable bettor.

EXPERTISE:

Golf, Sports Betting, Philadelphia Eagles, Philadelphia 76ers, Philadelphia Phillies

Golf best bets: Long shots to target at the Valero Texas Open

Yardbarker's golf expert Jack Dougherty shares a pair of big-money long shots for this week's Valero Texas Open. 

Best MLB strikeout bets: We have faith in Luzardo

We went 1-2 with our strikeout bets to start the week, but we're looking for a winning day to steady the ship. Here are our three favorite K props for Tuesday's MLB slate. 

Anthony Kim reveals 'dark moments' that kept him away from golf

After a 12-year absence from professional golf, Anthony Kim returned to the sport at LIV Golf Jeddah in March, but questions still remained about his mysterious hiatus. What was he up to for all those years?

Look of the Day for Tuesday 4/2: Keep fading the A's

Let's keep the dream of an undefeated month alive with our favorite Look of the Day for Tuesday night's MLB slate. 

Golf best bets: Outright picks for the Valero Texas Open

There's only one more week until the best players in the world reunite at Augusta National Golf Club for The Masters, but we still have one more stop on the PGA Tour schedule before golf's Super Bowl.

MLB home run bets: Soto, so far, so good

We've arrived at the first full week of MLB action for the 2024 season, and we can't wait to get rolling with home run props on a near-daily basis.  

Best MLB strikeout bets: Fresh numbers are in, and you can benefit

We finally have some data points on how MLB lineups have fared in the strikeout department. Let's use those fresh stats to target three K-props for Monday's baseball slate. 

Look of the Day for 4/1: DeMar DeRozan gets de play

DeMar DeRozan has been on a scoring tear for the Chicago Bulls, but we're not looking at his points prop for Monday night's clash against the Atlanta Hawks. Instead, let's target his rebounds for Monday's Look of the Day.

Why smooth operator Scottie Scheffler once melted down on college teammate at Texas

Scottie Scheffler is about as stoic as they come on the golf course. The world's top-ranked golfer rarely shows emotion while the cameras are on him at PGA Tour events, but he does have a fiery, competitive side that fans don't get to see often.

MLB's 3 best home run bets for Friday, 3/29: Randy is dandy

Boom! That's a +425 cash on Mookie Betts to hit a home run on Opening Day. No better way to start the 2024 season. Let's keep the momentum rolling with three more HR bets for Friday's MLB slate.

Best MLB strikeout bets: That's Puk with a 'K'

We went 1-2 with our three strikeout props on Opening Day, cashing Nestor Cortes' over at +110. Let's bounce back with a winning day for Friday's MLB slate. 

Look of the Day for 3/29: No wonder we like this under

North Carolina melted down the stretch against Alabama to blow our Thursday Look of the Day, bringing our record to 1-2 on the week with one void. Let's switch over to the diamond and target our favorite bet for Friday's MLB slate.

Scottie Scheffler favored to win third straight PGA Tour event after hot start in Houston

Scottie Scheffler is the king of the golf world right now, and he doesn't plan on giving up the crown anytime soon. The World No. 1 kept his hot streak going at the Texas Children's Houston Open with a 5-under 65 in the opening round at Memorial Park Golf Course.

MLB best HR bets: 3 home run props for Opening Day 3/28

MLB is hooking us up with 13 glorious games Thursday to begin the 2024 season, and we can't wait to get back in the swing (no pun intended) of baseball betting.

Best MLB strikeout bets: A trio of K props for Opening Day

We're back, baby! Opening Day for the 2024 MLB season is finally here, which means strikeout props are back. 

Look of the Day for 3/28: Tide can't outrun the Heels

Wednesday night's Look of the Day was a complete flop. Thankfully, the NCAA Tournament is back on the schedule, so let's head to the West Region for our favorite bet of Thursday's Sweet 16 slate. 

Golf best bets: 3 props for the Texas Children's Houston Open

We had another successful week of props at the Valspar Championship. Now we're looking to extend that success at the Texas Children's Houston Open at Memorial Park Golf Course.

Look of the Day for 3/27: This rookie deserves a good lookie

Tuesday night we delivered our fourth straight Look of the Day winner. Let's keep the profit train rolling with another NBA player prop for Wednesday's slate.  

Last-minute MLB futures: How much will Yanks have to smile about?

Rejoice, baseball fans. Opening Day is almost here! All 30 teams will be back in action this Thursday to begin the 2024 season, and we can't wait to get back to sweating out bets on the diamond every day.

Justin Thomas has Michael Jordan to thank for his first car

As a teenager, Justin Thomas won enough money on the golf course to help pay for his first car. He also had a little help from Michael Jordan.

Phil Mickelson loses his caddie two weeks ahead of Masters

Phil Mickelson is making a major change to his team just two weeks ahead of the 2024 Masters Tournament.

Golf best bets: Long shots to target at the Texas Children's Houston Open

PGA Tour long shots continue to be profitable for us in the finishing position markets. Let's keep the profit train rolling at the Texas Children's Houston Open.  

Look of the Day for Tuesday 3/26: No LeBron? No problem

LeBron James is doubtful to play Tuesday night against the Milwaukee Bucks, so there will be a ton of usage up for grabs for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Peter Malnati has a heartwarming reason for using a yellow golf ball

Peter Malnati is a member of the Player Advisory Council and a two-time PGA Tour winner with nearly $10 million in career earnings, but he might be better

Golf best bets: Outright picks for the Texas Children's Houston Open

The Florida Swing on the PGA Tour schedule has come to a close, and now it's time for the Texas Children's Open at Memorial Park Golf Course. Yardbarker's Jack Dougherty has the picks.