Benjamin Upson

Benjamin Upson

Joined: Mar 16, 2024

Benjamin is a contributing writer for FanSided. He has lived in Connecticut all his life and recently graduated from Quinnipiac University with a master's degree in sports journalism. His fandom revolves around New York sports (Yankees, Knicks, Giants, Rangers). Follow Benjamin on Instagram @ben_upson for more.

Aug 14, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; The Cleveland Guardians celebrate a win over the Chicago Cubs at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Guardians vs. Brewers Prediction, Odds and Key Players for Friday, August 16

Golf balls can be seen in a basket on a table before the start of the FedEx St. Jude Championship on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at TPC Southwind in Memphis, Tenn.

FedEx-St. Jude Championship Finishing Positions, Best Bets (Top 5, 10, 20)

Aug 8, 2024; Paris, France; United States shooting guard Stephen Curry (4) and guard Kevin Durant (7) embrace after the game against Serbia in a men's basketball semifinal game during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Accor Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-USA TODAY Sports

United States vs. France Olympic Basketball Gold Medal Final Best Bets

Aug 5, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) talks with first base coach Clayton McCullough (86) in the dugout during the eighth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Phillies vs. Dodgers Prediction, Odds and Key Players for Tuesday, August 6

Jul 30, 2024; Paris, France; Fans watch from the top of the arena under a set of Olympic rings in a beach volleyball preliminary match during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Eiffel Tower Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Goodale-USA TODAY Sports

Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz Olympic Final Preview, Odds, Prediction

Aug 1, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians catcher Bo Naylor (23) rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Orioles vs. Guardians Prediction, Odds and Key Players for Friday, August 2

Jul 30, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Seattle Mariners pitcher Andres Munoz (75) and catcher Cal Raleigh (29) celebrate beating the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports

Mariners vs. Red Sox Prediction, Odds and Key Players for Wednesday, July 31

Jul 28, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; New York Yankees center fielder Jazz Chisholm Jr (13) steals third base against the Boston Red Sox during the ninth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports

Yankees vs. Phillies Prediction, Odds and Key Players for Monday, July 29

Jul 25, 2024; Paris, France; The Eiffel Tower prior at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremonies. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

2024 Paris Olympic Basketball Best Bets

Jul 14, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Chris Sale (51) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Braves vs. Mets Prediction, Odds and Key Players for Thursday, July 25

Jul 22, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (7) is doused with water by catcher Salvador Perez (13) after defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Diamondbacks vs. Royals Prediction, Odds and Key Players for Wednesday, July 24

Cars leave pit road prior to the start of the Pennzoil 250, Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

NASCAR Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Best Bets, Picks and Predictions

Jul 19, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; The Houston Astros celebrate defeating the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-USA TODAY Sports

Astros vs. Mariners Prediction, Odds and Key Players for Saturday, July 20

Best MLB Futures Bets to Place for Second Half of 2024 Season

British Open Finishing Positions Best Bets

Jul 10, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) before the All-Star Home Run Derby at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

2024 MLB Home Run Derby Odds, Predictions, Best Bets