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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

MLB home run props for 6/18: Royce rolls against Rays

We were unable to cash a home run prop on Monday, but that won't stop us from going right back to the well. Let's break down our three favorite HR bets for Tuesday's MLB slate.   

MLB strikeout props for 6/18: Nestor loves facing the O's

Coming off a 1-2 day in strikeout props to start the week, we're looking to bounce back with a winning mark. Let's make it happen with our three favorite K props for Tuesday's MLB slate.  

MLB futures: 2 NL MVP bets to make after Mookie Betts' injury

Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts landed on the injured list this week with a broken hand. That's bad news for the Dodgers, but it does create an opportunity for us bettors.

Golf best bets: Yardbarker's outright picks for the Travelers Championship

Coming off a thrilling U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2, the PGA Tour heads to the northeast for the Travelers Championship. Here are three outright picks YB's Jack Dougherty is eyeing for TPC River Highlands.

Look of the Day for 6/17: Phils to jump all over Padres early 

Coming off three straight Look of the Day wins to close the week, we're looking to stay hot with our first selection of the new week.  

MLB home run props for 6/17: Andy is dandy for Dodgers

We closed out last week with a +600 cash on Jeimer Candelario to go yard on Friday, and we're looking to carry that momentum into the new week. Here are the three HR bets we're targeting for Monday's MLB slate.

MLB strikeout props for 6/17: Can Pivetta handle Blue Jays?

It's time for a new week in strikeout props, and we're looking to start it off strong with a three-pack of bets for Monday's MLB slate.  

Rory McIlroy's U.S. Open collapse will be his toughest to forget

There's no shortage of major championship failures haunting Rory McIlroy's memories, but the scar left by his epic collapse at the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 will be the toughest to mend.

U.S. Open betting: Expert bets for Round 3 at Pinehurst No. 2

It's setting up to be a thrilling weekend at the U.S. Open. With the third round upon us, let's target a pair of matchup bets for Moving Day at Pinehurst No. 2.

Look of the Day for Fri. 6/14: Pounce on the Phillies as 'dogs

We avoided an extra-inning disaster on Thursday night to cash our second straight Look of the Day winner, and we're looking to finish the week strong three straight.

MLB home run props for Fri. 6/14: Texas-sized price on Rangers' Josh Smith

We're looking to close out the week with a bang, and the best way to do that is to cash a juicy home run prop. Here are the three HR bets we're targeting for Friday's MLB slate.  

MLB strikeout props for 6/14: This Angel prop is heaven-sent

We went 0-3 in strikeout props on Thursday, bringing our record to 5-7 on the week. We still have a chance to scratch out a profit, so let's finish strong with three K props for Friday's MLB slate.  

U.S. Open betting: Expert bets for Round 2 at Pinehurst No. 2

Looking ahead to the second round at the U.S. Open, let's target a pair of 18-hole matchup bets for Friday at Pinehurst No. 2. 

Tiger Woods stumbles to 4-over 74 in first round of U.S. Open

Tiger Woods, donning a bright pink Sun Day Red polo and gray pants, fired a 4-over 74 in the first round of the U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2.

Look of the Day 6/13: Small wonder it's an Under

Coming off a Look of the Day winner on the New York Yankees-Kansas City Royals over, we're looking for back-to-back winners on Thursday. Let's go right back to the diamond and target our favorite bet for the MLB slate.  

MLB home run props for 6/13: Things looking up for Dodgers' Heyward

We were unable to follow up our Teoscar Hernandez cash with a home run prop winner on Wednesday night, but that won't stop us from going back to the well on Thursday.

MLB strikeout props for Thu. 6/13: Happy Fade Patrick Corbin Day

Coming off our first losing day in a while, we're now 5-4 in strikeout props this week with two days left to grind out a profit. Let's go through Thursday's MLB slate and target our three favorite K props for the day.

U.S. Open: Beware of the treacherous turtleback greens at Pinehurst No. 2

At Pinehurst No. 2, they say it's not how many greens you hit during a round. It's how many you visit. Due to Pinehurst's unforgiving turtleback greens, simply hitting the green doesn't ensure your ball is going to stay there. 

Golf best bets: 3 top props for the U.S. Open

The 2024 U.S. Open is set to begin on Thursday morning, and although most of the golf world has already handed Scottie Scheffler the trophy (us included), there are still valuable bets to be made on the other 155 players in the field.

Look of the Day for 6/12: It ain't over 'til it's Over

Our Look of the Day record is 0-2 on the week. We still have time to scratch out a profit this week, so let's start on the diamond with our favorite total on the MLB board. 

MLB home run props for 6/12: Will Smith brings great value

We nailed Teoscar Hernandez to go yard at +500 on Tuesday night, and we're looking for back-to-back winning days in home run props. Let's target another three-pack of HR bets for Wednesday's MLB slate.  

MLB strikeout props for 6/12: Great matchup for Phils' Sanchez

Another 2-1 day in strikeout props brings our record to 4-2 on the week, but we're still not satisfied. Let's keep it rolling with three more K props for Wednesday's MLB slate. 

U.S. Open golf: Let's get creative with 3 ways to bet Scottie Scheffler besides outright

If you're interested in betting on Scottie Scheffler to win the U.S. Open this week, we don't blame you. But we've identified three creative ways to back Scheffler this week that provide much better value. 

U.S. Open betting: Look for fast start for Morikawa

The 2024 U.S. Open gets started bright and early on Thursday morning. Let's target a couple first-round bets for you to sweat out while faking your way through the work day. 

MLB betting: Look of the Day 6/11

The Edmonton Oilers jumped out to an early lead against the Florida Panthers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals, but they fell apart as the game wore on to cost us our Monday Look of the Day.