Eric Rosales
Eric Rosales
25+ years experience 25+ years experience
Eric has been involved in sports media in many different capacities since graduating from journalism school in 1999, back when getting your own column in a newspaper was still considered a thing. He doubled down and graduated from broadcast journalism school five years later, which led to a move to Toronto and a career with The Sports Network (TSN). From behind-the-scenes production work, he moved into the digital realm, where he had his own hoops column (At the Buzzer), while regularly live streaming and chatting with fans during broadcasts as the character known as LeBlog James. He was also a key contributor to TSN and CTV’s Olympic programming during the 2012 London Games.
Eric eventually found his way into the sports betting field in 2016 and has been a mainstay ever since. He was tagged on Twitter as a Top 10 NBA sharp during the 2021 season and has been interviewed about basketball and his handicapping process on shows from Vancouver to India. Eric is now a jack-of-all-sports at Covers, where his predictions span the alphabet soup: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, F1, WNBA, Euro, and Copa.
When making picks, he focuses on finding value first and foremost, and ensuring readers have all the information they need to make an informed choice.
Sport to bet on: NBA
Sports movie: He Got Game
Sports snack: Nachos
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Pacers vs Rockets Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Pacers will be desperate to get a bounceback win tonight, and our NBA picks like their chances of keeping pace with Houston.
Northern Illinois vs Miami (OH) Predictions, Picks, Odds for College Football Week 13
Miami (OH) looks like a completely different team than the one that took the field early in the season. Winners of five straight, we like the RedHawks to make it six while covering the 2.5-point spread.
Akron vs Kent State Predictions, Picks, Odds for College Football Week 13
Don't expect fireworks when the Akron Zips and winless Kent State Golden Flashes play tonight. This has the makings of a dismal game, but that doesn't mean we can't find value. In this case, targeting the Under is a profitable venture.
Canucks vs Predators Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Having just beat the Blackhawks on Saturday, the Vancouver Canucks have a quick turnaround on Sunday vs. a team they've owned recently. Find out why Eric Rosales is backing the Canucks to find the win column on Sunday.
Canucks vs Blackhawks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
The Canucks have had the Blackhawks' number for some time now, and our NHL betting picks don't see Vancouver letting up in this spot on Saturday night.
Canucks vs Islanders Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Elias Pettersson & Co. put together one of their best efforts on home ice this season when last seen, and our NHL betting picks believe the Canucks will be able to do something similar when the mediocre Islanders pay a visit on Thursday.
East Carolina vs Tulsa Props: The Houser Always Wins
Tulsa's pass defense might be the worst in the country and Katin Houser will take advantage tonight. He and top target Winton Wright Jr. will benefit and run up the passing yards and scoring through the air for our East Carolina vs. Tulsa props.
Buffalo vs Ball State Prediction and Picks for College Football Week 12
Buffalo is fresh off a 41-point outing against Akron but is also getting gashed for more than 400 yards per game. That could mean another shootout when Ball State comes to town on Tuesday.
Western Michigan vs Bowling Green Props: All Boom, No Bust
Jaden Nixon is no stranger to multiple-touchdown games. With big plus-money odds to do it again tonight, he's headlining our favorite Western Michigan vs. Bowling Green player props.
Canucks vs Flames Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Vancouver has struggled to protect home ice this season, but the Canucks are deserved favorites vs. the Flames, who are on the second half of a back-to-back, tonight.
Oklahoma vs Missouri Predictions, Picks, and Best Bets: Sooner Rather Than Later
For as limited as Oklahoma has looked at times, the Sooners are 3-point road favorites against a Mizzou that could be down its starting quarterback. Read more in our college football picks below.
Canucks vs Oilers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Look for the Canucks to come out on top tonight against the Oilers.
Rice vs Memphis Predictions, Picks, and Best Bets: Tigers Have Trouble Getting Back on Beam
The Memphis Tigers have been good at home, but not dominant, and they may still be licking their wounds from a crushing loss last week. The Rice Owls should be able to take advantage and make this a close game, per our college football betting picks.
Army vs Duke Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game
Duke is a huge favorite tonight, and Cooper Flagg & Co. should face little resistance at Cameron Indoor vs. an Army team short on both talent and size. Look for plenty of points to be scored here.
Florida Atlantic vs East Carolina Predictions, Picks, and Best Bets: The Pirate's Life For Me
With a Bowl Game still on the table for East Carolina, our college football picks expect the Pirates to take down FAU with relative ease, covering the 7.5-point spread in the process.
Canucks vs Kings Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Defense and goaltending has been a winning formula for both the Canucks and the Kings of late, and bettors should expect this head-to-head to fall below the total as a result, continuing a longstanding trend between these teams.
Spurs vs Clippers Prediction, Picks, & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
It's been tough sledding for the Clippers inside the new state-of-the-art Intuit Dome, but that's sure to change tonight against a struggling Spurs squad. Read more in our NBA picks below.
Magic vs Mavericks Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
It's been a rough go for the Orlando Magic after losing Paolo Banchero, and it doesn't get any easier tonight against the Dallas Mavericks. With a limited offense, Eric Rosales expects the Magic to lean on their defense in what should be a low-scoring game.
Senators vs Kraken Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NHL Game
Senators veto Kraken on the second night of consecutive games.
