Cornejo is set to compete in ONE 168: Denver on September 6th at Ball Arena against Adrian Lee. This event is notable as only the second ONE Championship fight card held in the U.S., following last year’s event in Broomfield that was sold out.

In the interview with Denver Sports Betting owner Ryan Garcia, Cornejo recounted his rise from a challenging upbringing in Pueblo to becoming a prominent figure in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). His path to professional fighting has been anything but conventional.

With his focus now solely on his fight career, Cornejo is eager to make a significant impact at ONE 168. Fans and sports enthusiasts are invited to tune in to hear his inspiring story and witness his next step in the MMA world. Make sure to tune in on September 6th for One 168 by grabbing your tickets to see it live. Link here

By: Riggs Tamburo | Date: October 17th, 2022

Denver Broncos +4.5 @ Los Angeles Chargers -4.5 | Over/Under 45.5 Points

Game Preview:

Another week, another Primetime Broncos game.  The Denver Broncos come into this game with a 2-3 record and will be on the road in Los Angeles taking on the Chargers. Last Thursday in their 12-9 loss to Indianapolis, the Broncos poor offensive woes continued, not even reaching the endzone one time. Denver will be trying to end their 2-game losing streak, while also trying to pick up their first road win of the season in Sofi Stadium.

The Los Angeles Chargers come into this game with a 3-2 record, coming off a 30-28 win over the Cleveland Browns. Unlike the Broncos, the Chargers have won their past two games and will be looking to ride that momentum into this one. On average, Los Angeles is putting up 24.4 points per game, throwing for 291 yards, and rushing for 99. Offensively, this Chargers team is rolling much more than this Denver Broncos team. With that said, the Chargers defense is struggling, allowing 27 points per game. The run defense appears to be solid, especially not having to face Javonte Williams, but if Russell Wilson heats up, he can expose these cornerbacks.

In this clash between AFC West foes, it’s understandable why one would want to fade this Broncos team and never look back. Through the first five games, QB Russell Wilson has only thrown four touchdowns this year, with three interceptions. In those five games, he only surpassed 300+ yards one time and it was Week 1 against Seattle. In comparison, QB Justin Herbert has thrown for 10 touchdowns, with only two interceptions. Many people have already written off the Broncos and Russell Wilson, but I truly don’t believe the team has settled in yet. First, they lose by 1-point to the Seahawks in Week 1 and the finger was pointed at new Head Coach Nathaniel Hackett. Then the team got a couple of ugly wins under their belt, and the unfortunate loss of Javonte Williams happened. Last Thursday the blame got put on Russell Wilson after the team failed to reach the endzone and Wilson went 21-for-39, with 274 passing yards, zero touchdowns, and two interceptions, The poor performance resulted in a season-low QB rating of 54.9. There continues to be loads of pressure and blame put on Russell Wilson, and he needs to rally this team and find a way to win this football game. Many people are calling for this to be yet another boring Primetime game, but in my opinion this one potentially has fireworks written all over it.

Key Injuries

Los Angeles Chargers

WR- Keenan Allen: Hamstring (Doubtful)

OT- Trey Pipkins: Knee (Questionable)

Denver Broncos

RB- Melvin Gordon lll: Neck/Ribs (Questionable)

OG- Dalton Risner: Back (Questionable)

LB- Josey Jewell: Knee (OUT)

S- Caden Sterns: Hip (OUT)

Chargers v Broncos Picks & Predictions: WHAT TO BET ON

Spread Pick:

The Los Angeles Chargers are very intriguing in this spot, but I have weird feeling about this one. I feel that this is one of those games I call a “trend breaker”. Los Angeles are 4-1 at the spread in their last five games. Denver is 0-5 at the spread in their last five games. To put the icing on the cake, 65% of bets are the Chargers to cover the number here. I believe this Broncos defense is more than capable of making things difficult for Justin Herbert tonight. This Denver defense are the only reason the team has two wins on the year so far and with the Chargers missing star WR Keenan Allen tonight, it makes coverage much easier. On the flip side, I believe Denver RB’s Melvin Gordon lll and Mike Boone can keep the chains moving all night long. This porous Chargers run defense are allowing the highest yards per carry with 6.2. in a game that I believe the Broncos may outright, I’ll happily take the free +4.5 points.

Over/Under Pick:

As I mentioned above, watch for many trends to be broken in this game.  The under is 4-1 this year in games involving the Broncos. I expect both teams to have success running the football and keeping drives alive. Look for both teams to establish the run early and then start taking a couple shots downfield and open up the air attack. It may start slow, and I may be asking for too much, but I truly believe Russell Wilson throws for right around 225-250 yards and 1-2 passing touchdowns. Likewise, Justin Herbert should have his moments and I believe this over will hit late in the 4^th quarter, maybe even on the final drive of the game.

TOP Prop:

Brandon McManus and Dustin Hopkins are both top 10 legs in the NFL and will be counted on tonight. While I do see both offenses waking up in this game, I expect it start a little slow. 1^st score to be a FG +100.

Honorable Mention:

With Javonte Williams out and Melvin Gordon lll banged up, I think there’s a chance Russ sneaks his way in to cash in a huge ticket, good luck! Russell Wilson anytime TD +650

PROPS
Prop of the Game: Michael Porter Jr. (MPJ) OVER 16.5 Points (-125)
MPJ looked back in form Sunday against the Nets. He scored 23 points, and made 3 threes. With Jamal Murray drawing the questionable tag as ‘injury management’, MPJ could be asked to shoulder more scoring. His threes attempts have been lower recently, and the points are the safer option.

Pascal Siakam OVER 21.5 Points (-125)
Siakam has not been scoring as much as of late, failing to reach the prop’s over in his last six games. The Raptors have had only two home games since the all star break, and been on the road for seven of their last eight games… including the last five in a row. He averages 24.4 points per game, and the Nuggets are simply not playing defense at the moment. Siakam should score his average or more tonight.

Nikola Jokic OVER 12.5 Rebounds (-120)
Jokic has been a rebounding machine as of late, earning 11 or more in every game since the all star break. He has dominated Jakob Poeltl in previous games, and should be a force in the paint again. He has been playing well and it should continue today.

SAME GAME PARLAY (SGP)
MPJ 15+ Points, Jokic > 11.5 Rebounds, Siakam > 19.5 Points, TOR +9.5 (+320) .5 Unit
The Props have all been teased down, to cover any prop falling short. The Raptors spread has been teased up to the max, 9.5 points. This teased, four leg parlay comes out to good odds and could hit even if the props mentioned above do not.

Bet Smart, Be Lucky – Iggy
All bets to be placed at 1 Unit unless specified otherwise.

PROPS
PROP OF THE DAY: Nikola Jokic OVER 12.5 Rebounds (-115)
Jokic’s Rebounds have taken a dip as of late. The All-Star center has failed to grab 11 or more boards in his last three games. However, he did grab 20 rebounds against the Nets last week, and Brooklyn allows 45.33 rebounds per game against their opponents. Jokic should be in line for a good rebounding day.

Michael Porter Jr. (MPJ) OVER 2.5 Threes (-115)
Although it is not the automatic winner it was in February and early March, MPJ is back to shooting on the perimeter more. He made three in the game yesterday, and three against the Nets last week. Even in back to back games MPJ’s minutes should not go down, allowing for at least 7 attempts behind the arc. Play this bet with confidence.

Spencer Dinwiddie OVER 18.5 Points (-115)
Dinwiddie has gone under this point total in his last three games, including against the Nuggets last week. However, he was very aggressive in that game and had numerous open looks. He is quicker than the Nuggets guards, and should get this line on his home court.

Same Game Parlay (SGP)
Dinwiddie 18+ Points, MPJ 3+ Threes made, Jokic 12+ Rebounds (+280)
The Same Game Parlay option could serve well. The odds drop a little, but spending 1 unit as opposed to three is also wise. The SGP also benefits from the loss of the hook on Dinwiddie and Jokic’s props.

Bet Smart, Be Lucky -Iggy-
All Bets to be placed at 1 Unit unless specified otherwise.

PROPS
Prop of the Day Nikola Jokic Triple Double (+120)
N. Jokic will be demonstrating why he should be the front runner for the MVP, while Joel Embiid likely will be on the bench. What an opportunity to display his case then against Embiid’s team. It’s always a risky bet going for the triple double, but Jokic should have little in his way for this accomplishment.

Jamal Murray OVER 20.5 Points (-105) 
Murray has gone over this in his last three of four games. The point line is at 229.5 points and a 7 point spread for the Nuggets, so someone will need to score those points. Murray is really getting in rhythm and lighting it up in burst. He should reach the 21 points needed for this prop at near even odds.

Same Game Parlay (SGP) DEN ML, Murray OVER 17.5 Points, Jokic OVER 10.5 Rebounds (+200)
A teased three leg same game parlay could be the better option for tonight. Murray’s points have been teased down to a 17.5, 3 below his average. Jokic’s rebounds have been teased down as well. This is simply to cover in case the MVP doesn’t see as many minutes in the fourth quarter. The moneyline is thrown on for fantastic two for one odds.

Bet Smart, Be Lucky – Iggy
All Bets to be placed at 1 unit unless specified otherwise.

2023 MLB Season Preview:

A new MLB Season is upon us and is set to be absolutely incredible. After an offseason that saw some of the best pitchers in the game change teams, contract dramas, new rules, and an amazing World Baseball Classic there is no shortage of storylines. With that, there are going to be incredible opportunities for future bets this season. Keep reading for the DSB Crews’ Top MLB Preseason Bets.

The league is going to look a lot different this season with a whole new set of rules. One of the big ones to watch out for this season is the addition of a pitch timer. There will be a 15-second timer with bases empty, and 20 seconds with runners. Violations will lead to a ball or strike depending on the violation.

We have already seen this new rule be used to decide at-bats and games so far in Spring Training. It is going to be interesting to see who can adjust quickly.

One of the more controversial rules is the banning of the shift. Infielders are now forced to have two players on both sides of second base, and they have to have both feet on the dirt at pitch release.

In one of the worst seasons in MLB history in terms of batting average, this rule is designed to lead to more hits, and therefore more runs.

With all of that said, the rules combined with the number of star players changing teams this year has led to a new season set to amaze.

From deGrom going to the Rangers, to Correa failing to sign with two different teams and ending up back in Minnesota, a power balance in the MLB might be coming.

Continue reading for some of our favorite plays going into this season.

DSB Crews’ Top MLB Preseason Bets:

Favorite Division Winner:

Brison’s Pick: San Diego Padres +120

The Padres had a really impressive offseason, locking up stars Manny Machado and Yu Darvish to long-term contracts, and extending Jake Cronenworth and Juan Soto to one-year deals. They will also be getting Super Star Fernando Tatis Jr. back after missing him all of last season due to injuries. Despite missing Tatis and getting Soto halfway through the season, they still made the playoffs. With the Dodgers losing some key pieces this offseason, expect the Padres to be competitive in the NL West.

Anthony’s Pick: Philadelphia Phillies +400

If you’re looking for a dog to win a division, look no further than Philly. For a team coming off a World Series appearance, they are being heavily disrespected by oddsmakers here. This team proved that they could rack up wins when needed, especially against division opponents. They proved they are a better team than the Braves, beating them in the NL Divisional Series, 4-1.  With the addition of perennial All-Star Trea Turner, Philadelphia is geared up to make a division title run.

Alex’s Pick: St. Louis Cardinals -125

Lets face it. The Cardinals are the only team in the division who is not rebuilding. The Cardinals offense is loaded, especially in the outfield, as Dylan Carlson, Tyler O’Neill and Lars Nootbaar are all solid, above-average players. The Cardinals starting rotation is just good enough to get it done, with Miles Mikolas, Jack Flaherty, Adam Wainwright, Steven Matz and Jordan Montgomery all in the mix. With Goldschmidt and Arenado leading the charge, I have my money on the Redbirds to take the NL Central.

Favorite Win Total:

Brison’s Pick: Rockies Over 65.5 Wins +100

This pick may get laughs from some, but everyone needs to remember that the Rockies hit over this mark last season in a season where their big off-season signing Kris Bryan was basically hurt all season. Star pitcher German Marquez also had a huge down season. While they did not make any major moves in the initial start of free agency, they made sneaky good moves during Spring Training by signing Infielder Mike Moustakas, Pitcher Brad Hand, and Outfielder Jurickson Profar. One player to watch out for is young stud Ezequiel Tovar stepping into a starting role this season.

Anthony’s Pick: Chicago White Sox Over 83.5 Wins –105

Coming off an incredibly disappointing year, I think Chicago is the dark horse of the AL. With one of the better starting rotations in the division and big power bats such as Tim Anderson and Luis Robert Jr, the Sox are a threat to any team. Getting rid of Tony La Russa will help this club out tremendously. With the big off-season acquisition of Andrew Benintendi, there should be plenty of traffic on the base paths for the sluggers in the middle of the lineup. I see Chicago right around the 90-win mark and competing with the Guardians for the division.

Alex’s Pick: Cleveland Guardians Over 86.5 Wins –115

After winning 92 games last season and coming within one game of the American League Championship Series, the Guardians are primed for another successful campaign. The core of last season’s team is back in 2023 and the addition of Josh Bell should fortify the offense. There is plenty to be excited about with this Cleveland squad and with a proven manager, Jose Ramirez and Shane Bieber, they should unquestionably surpass their win total of 86.5.

Favorite Regular Season Leader:

Brison’s Pick: Aaron Judge Leads League in HRs +500

He only broke the American League Record last season and is coming back to the team that gives him the best chance to repeat and lead the league in Home Runs again. It is no secret he gets an automatic boost in his number by playing 81 games in New York, coupled with some other hitter-friendly ballparks in his division.

Anthony’s Pick: Gerrit Cole Leads MLB in Strikeouts +562

With Cole’s electric fastball and devasting off-speed, Cole ranks 7^th in swinging strike percentage among qualified starters. Combining that with his great control, Cole is a strike throwing machine. Last year, Cole led all of MLB starters with 257 strikeouts, 14 more than second place finisher Corbin Burnes. All signs point to Cole having an even better season this year, a no-brainer to lead the Bigs in strikeouts.

Alex’s Pick: Bo Bichette Leads MLB in Hits +700

Bichette has played in 159 games in each of the last two seasons and racked up 191 hits in 2021 and tallied 189 hits in 2022. Bichette is as consistent as they get and should be right around the 200-hit mark again in 2023. The only player with better odds for most hits is Trea Turner at +350. The consistency of Bichette and the tremendous betting value makes this bet my favorite for any regular season leader bet.

Favorite Award:

Brison’s Pick: Spencer Strider NL Cy Young +950

Coming off his first full season as a starter, and it could not have gone much better than it did. Going 11-5 with a 2.67 ERA as a rookie is incredible. One of the things he has going for him is the fact that the Braves will be competing to be one of the best teams in the MLB, so if he can produce a similar ERA and WHIP as he did a year ago, and add five or more wins it is not unreasonable to imagine him winning the award.

Anthony’s Pick: Anthony Volpe AL Rookie of the Year +475

Rookie shortstop hailing from the state of New Jersey starting for the New York Yankees. Hmm, where have I heard that one before? Volpe will be the first rookie shortstop to start for the Yanks since Jeter in ‘96. Coming into the season, he is the #5 prospect, according to MLB.com. Volpe showcases stellar defense on the left side of the infield, while bringing a value stick with some pop. He will also be padded by a stacked Yankees lineup that should help with some of the rookie jitters. As long as he can outperform the other rookie shortstop in the AL East, Gunnar Henderson, Volpe has a great shot to bring home the hardware.

Alex’s Pick: Shohei Ohtani AL MVP +190

What can I say. This guy is not from this planet. Fresh off a spectacular World Baseball Classic, where he won the MVP and slashed .435/.606/.739 and pitched 9 2/3 innings with a 1.86 ERA and 11 strikeouts, Ohtani should pick up right where he left off once the regular season begins. After winning the award in 2021 and finishing second to Aaron Judge in 2022, Ohtani is rightfully the favorite for 2023. If Ohtani stays healthy, it will take a historic effort to take the AL MVP award from him.

Favorite World Series Winner:

Brison’s Pick: Atlanta Braves +750

The Braves come into the season with arguably one of the best pitching staffs in the MLB this season. Their rotation alone is going to compete to have the best in the league with Strider, Freid, and Morton. Even after losing star Shortstop Dansby Swanson, they still have plenty of firepower offensively to win them games.

Anthony’s Pick:  New York Yankees +850

While I might catch some slack for this pick, I truly do believe the stars will align for them this year. Re-signing Aaron Judge and picking up Carlos Rodon were the defining moves of the off-season. When all their pitchers are healthy, they offer the best rotation in all of baseball. The key for this team will be to stay healthy and consistent. If they are able to, they should easily win the division and finally subdue the Astros en route to their 28^th World Series title.

Alex’s Pick:  Toronto Blue Jays +1300

The Blue Jays are coming off a 2022 season in which, despite making the playoffs, they underachieved, considering the lofty expectations placed on the team. However, bettors and fans should have renewed optimism around this year’s club, as it looks to be stronger than last year’s. Chris Bassitt was added to the starting rotation and Dalton Varsho will provide some lineup flexibility. The Blue Jays offense and power potential should help the pitching staff as the season rolls along. With all eyes on the Astros and Yankees in the American League, I like Toronto at 13/1 odds to win the Fall Classic.