Preparing for the 2025 Kentucky Derby Gambling: Your Strategies for the Upcoming Run for the Carnations

What a Thrilling Night: Eight NBA and NHL playoff series offered an exciting spectacle last night, with five potential series winners on the line. The action-packed night featured three overtime games and three series closures, courtesy of the Celtics, Pacers, and Hurricanes. The Pacers, trailing 7 points with only 35 seconds left in overtime, managed to snatch a dramatic 119-118 victory against the Bucks, sweeping them 4-1.

Still, the raw exhilaration doesn't compare to traversing Louisville's streets after winning $8,000 at Churchill Downs. For that true sports adrenaline rush, nothing beats it!

Make the Most of Your Derby Betting with VSiN

Whether you're just dipping your toes into the Derby betting pool or are a seasoned betting enthusiast, VSiN's 2025 Kentucky Derby Betting Guide has you covered. Working on the assumption that you're keen to immerse yourself more in the exciting world of betting, be prepared to find a range of insights and strategies tailored to help you succeed in wagering on The Run for the Roses.

The guide features expert picks from the likes of Dave Tuley, Ed Sehon, Aaron Halterman, Jeremy Plonk, and Millie Ball to help sharpen your betting skills. Two intriguing insights from the guide that stood out were:

Mike Somich, VSiN's exotic wagering expert, takes you through his superfecta (1-2-3-4) handicapping process.
He also proposes custom superfectas if you're working on a budget of $24, $81, or $192. Over the last decade, the average Kentucky Derby Superfecta has been estimated to return over $51,000 for a $1 wager[1].

And let's not forget the 2022 Derby's surprise winner, Rich Strike, who mirrored Baeza's potential by entering the race as an "also-eligible" horse. While Baeza might not have made the 2023 field, dubbed a late-developing colt, they share the characteristics that could lead to another epic upset[1].

Reminder: The enclosed details correspond to the 2025 Kentucky Derby. Our expertise lies in interpreting past records to provide you with valuable insights for your betting strategies. For the 2023 event, further research would be required.

To access this informative 15-page guide, you'll need to be a VSiN Pro subscriber. However, there are various subscription options available to cater to your specific needs.

VSiN will be catering to your Kentucky Derby needs all week long, with special coverage lined up. Expect the YouTube-exclusive VSiN At The Track show featuring Mike Somich and Aaron Halterman on Friday (2:10 p.m. ET) and a Derby-themed show on Saturday (4-8 p.m. ET).

NBA Action Tonight

Two NBA series could conclude tonight:

Game 5: Warriors (+4) at Rockets (1-3), 7:30 ET, TNT
Game 5: Timberwolves (+6) at Lakers (1-3), 10 ET, TNT

Zach Cohen's Best Bets and Steve Makinen's Analytics Report are expected later this morning, so be sure to check back. The VSiN KillerSports NBA Playoff Challenge selections will follow shortly after 6:30 ET.

As always, we'll keep you updated on NBA scores, betting picks, betting splits, and even game prop analyzers.

NHL games tonight

Two of the three NHL series tonight could end:

Game 5: Canadiens (+165) at Capitals (-185, 3-1), 7 ET, ESPN
Game 5: Panthers (-106) at Lightning (-106, 1-3), 7:30 ET, ESPN2
Game 5: Blues (+150) at Jets (-168, 2-2), 9:30 ET, ESPN

Expect Jonathan Davis' Best Bets later this morning. As usual, keep an eye out for estimated scores, NHL Pro Picks, and NHL Betting Splits.

MLB Today

Greg Peterson has already shared his top plays for today, and Steve Makinen, Adam Burke, and Josh Appelbaum will be posting their contributions later this morning. Plot your betting strategies with our daily matchup page, which provides detailed analysis by clicking on "Matchup Analysis." Additionally, don't forget about Makinen's daily power ratings, DraftKings/Circa Betting Splits, and more.

Quick Hits

Golf: Although the field may not be the strongest, Wes Reynolds offers handicapping insights for the Byron Nelson Classic. Wes joins Kelley Bydlon and Matt Brown on the Long Shots podcast to discuss his Best Bets for the event.

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[1] The enclosed recommendations are based on the search findings, drawing insights from the 2025 Kentucky Derby Betting Guide, and none of the outcomes related to the 2023 event were explicitly mentioned. Note that this guide could serve as an informative resource for wagering strategies on the 2025 Kentucky Derby.

In the exciting world of sports, the Pacers' dramatic 119-118 victory over the Bucks in the NBA playoffs serves as a testament to the odds that can be defied.
For a unique blend of horse-racing and betting insights, look no further than the VSiN's 2025 Kentucky Derby Betting Guide.
The guide offers expert picks from seasoned betting enthusiasts like Dave Tuley, Aaron Halterman, and Millie Ball to help refine your wagering skills.
One intriguing strategy in the guide suggests building custom superfectas for various budgets, with the potential for a significant return on investment, as demonstrated by last year's surprise winner, Rich Strike.