Brett Alper, Author at Hello Rookie

May 1, 2026

Orlando has the Pistons on the ropes in one of the first round's biggest upsets — here is why the...

Missouri Legislators Want to Triple the Sports Betting Tax Rate — Here’s What Bettors Need to Know

HB 3533 would raise Missouri's sports betting tax rate from 10% to a potential 34% effective rate. Here is what...

MLB Pitcher Strikeout Props for April 30, 2026: Valdez, Soroka, and Ober Lead the Way

Thursday's MLB slate is loaded with pitching matchups worth targeting. Here are three strikeout prop picks with real statistical edges...

Diamondbacks vs Brewers Game 3 Prediction: Arizona’s Underdog Surge Meets Soroka’s Comeback at American Family Field

The rubber match is set at American Family Field as Arizona's Michael Soroka faces Milwaukee's Brandon Woodruff in a decisive...

Knicks vs. Hawks Game 6 Prediction: Can Atlanta Force a Game 7 at Home?

The Knicks lead 3-2 and head to Atlanta looking to close out the series after a dominant Game 5 blowout....

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Game 6 Prediction: Can Denver Force a Game 7 Without Ant?

The Timberwolves lead 3-2 but are without Anthony Edwards. Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets head to Target Center as heavy...

Dallas Stars vs Minnesota Wild Game 6 Prediction: Wild Try to Close Out at Home

The Wild are one win from the second round and playing at home in Game 6 — can Dallas survive...

Madrid Open Semifinals Preview: Sinner, Fils, Zverev, and Blockx Ready for Friday Showdowns

The Madrid Open men's semifinals are set for Friday, May 1. Jannik Sinner faces Arthur Fils while Alexander Zverev meets...

Andreeva vs Kostyuk: Your Fan Guide to the 2026 WTA Madrid Open Women’s Final

Mirra Andreeva and Marta Kostyuk are on a collision course for the 2026 WTA Madrid Open women's final. Here's everything...

2026 Madrid Open Men’s Final Fan Guide: Who to Watch and Why Sunday Matters