Sam Cox

Sam Cox

Writer Specialising in Sports Betting
21 previews and articles written for SportyTrader since October 16, 2023
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Baseball
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Soccer
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About Sam Cox

Sam has been working in the sports betting industry for over a decade. His main focuses are NBA, MLB and the NFL, though he also covers the Premier League, cricket and Formula One.

A regular on 888Sport, Betting Expert and BetMGM, Sam’s work has also featured on industry-leading betting sites. He also runs Franchise Sports with his brother.

Signed up with numerous bookies, Sam is a keen bettor on a variety of sports. He places several outright wagers at the start of the MLB and NBA seasons, and consistently searches for the best value bets throughout the year.

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Sam Cox's latest articles

2025 Premier League: 5 Key Storylines to Follow in the Remainder of the Season
2025 Premier League: 5 Key Storylines to Follow in the Remainder of th…

26 March 2025 at 11:23 by Sam Cox

As the Premier League resumes after the international break, we’ve taken a look at some of the key storylines in the final couple of months of the campaign.

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Five best soccer futures bets to place during the international break
Five best soccer futures bets to place during the international break

25 March 2025 at 11:30 by Sam Cox

In the midst of the first international break of the calendar year, it’s a good time to take a look at the various soccer futures markets available.

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Cole and Gil injuries unlock betting opportunities in AL East
Cole and Gil injuries unlock betting opportunities in AL East

24 March 2025 at 12:18 by Sam Cox

The Yankees remain division favorites despite Gerrit Cole undergoing Tommy John surgery and Luis Gil being sidelined for the first few months of the season. It’s time to …

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Five best goalscorer bets from the Champions League Round of 16 First Legs
Five best goalscorer bets from the Champions League Round of 16 First …

4 March 2025 at 07:53 by Sam Cox

With the first legs of the 2024/25 Champions League round of 16 taking place on Tuesday and Wednesday, we have identified the five best value goal scorer bets.

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MLB Futures: NL Central Value Bets
MLB Futures: NL Central Value Bets

20 February 2025 at 08:49 by Sam Cox

With Paul Skenes leading the way, the Pittsburgh Pirates are a great bet to win their win total over in the 2025 regular season.

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2025 Coach of the Year: Kenny Atkinson vs The Rest
2025 Coach of the Year: Kenny Atkinson vs The Rest

19 February 2025 at 09:23 by Sam Cox

Where does the value lie in the race for NBA Coach of the Year? Kenny Atkinson is the clear favorite, but could we see another candidate close the gap in the coming weeks…

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Is preseason the best time to back Roki Sasaki for NL Rookie of the Year?
Is preseason the best time to back Roki Sasaki for NL Rookie of the Ye…

13 February 2025 at 09:00 by Sam Cox

Heavily favored for NL ROY, is Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki a good bet before spring training gets underway?

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Super Bowl 60 Opening Odds- 5 Teams to Watch
Super Bowl 60 Opening Odds- 5 Teams to Watch

12 February 2025 at 08:49 by Sam Cox

The Philadelphia Eagles open as Super Bowl favorites after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl 59. Where does the betting value lie ahead of a fascinating NFL …

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Motivated Rashford increases interest in Aston Villa outright markets
Motivated Rashford increases interest in Aston Villa outright markets

10 February 2025 at 08:09 by Sam Cox

Aston Villa added Marcus Rashford during a spectacular January transfer window spending spree. The Villains have become a fascinating option in futures markets.

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Warriors Title Odds Shorten Dramatically Following Long-Awaited Jimmy Butler Trade
Warriors Title Odds Shorten Dramatically Following Long-Awaited Jimmy …

6 February 2025 at 10:54 by Sam Cox

The Warriors finally get another star by trading for Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat. Andrew Wiggins, Kyle Anderson, and Dennis Schröder were shipped out in the deal.

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Does signing underachieving Joao Felix change Milan's 2025 potential?
Does signing underachieving Joao Felix change Milan's 2025 potential?

6 February 2025 at 09:00 by Sam Cox

Milan picked up João Félix on loan from Chelsea at the end of the January transfer window. How does Félix’s arrival impact the Rossoneri’s credentials in the second half …

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Back Spurs For Playoff Push Following Fox Trade
Back Spurs For Playoff Push Following Fox Trade

4 February 2025 at 09:00 by Sam Cox

De'Aaron Fox joins Wembanyama and the Spurs, boosting playoff hopes. With the Kings stuck in mid-table purgatory, San Antonio's rebuild is accelerating toward postseason …

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