Here is an interesting article from a smalltown newspaper site: http://www.bradenton.com/mld/bradenton/14520157.htm

It is refreshing to hear about the positive aspects of Sports Betting, instead of the constant bombardment of negativity telling us how immoral sports betting is and how many families and lives it destroys. Like anything else, the vast majority of bettors view it for what it is: Another enjoyable entertainment option.

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(Jason Bartolone, Bradenton Herald Staff) Ever since the first Ancient Greek bookie took some action on a chariot race, sports and gambling have been a perfect match. Look no further than the millions wagered on Saturday's Kentucky Derby (and that was just by John Daly) -athletic competition and betting are meant to go together. Here's why:

5 Rooting interest. Even the diehards have trouble getting pumped up for, say, Ohio Valley Conference hoops. Put a little money on the games, however, and you're Murray State's biggest fan.

4 Showing support. If it weren't for gambling, would events such as the Derby, March Madness or the Super Bowl have the same appeal? Friendly wagers placed by average joes have made the NFL king and the Motor City Bowl watchable.

3 Retirement fund. Betting on sports is a lot more fun than dumping your money into a 401k. Plus, if you're planning for your golden years, it's probably a safer bet to take the Patriots and the points than hoping Social Security will still be around.

2 Quick and easy. Thanks to the endless supply of Internet gambling sites, there's no longer any need to meet up with shady guys named Manny behind the laundromat.

1 The American way. From office pools to slot machines to scratch-offs to online poker, gambling is as much a part of our culture as apple pie and iPods. It's only natural to combine two of our favorite unhealthy obsessions into one simple package.

I enjoyed reading that. Also agree that betting makes certain sports more interesting. Just think how many people that bet on the Kentucky Derby actually know nothing about horse racing. Yet theey feel compelled to place a bet.

Horse racing would be dead without betting. And most other sports would get much worse ratings.

Now what's happening with the new software? You know, the bullpen stats showing the last 5 and maybe last 10 game stats instead of the current L7?? LOL!

Maybe by the time I get released from the hospital it will be up and running?

Just curious...

Again, interesting reading!

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