The Herd with Colin Cowherd

Sharp or Square - Milan Cortina Winter Games Update - Curling, USA Hockey, Eileen Gu and more

Feb 19, 2026
Matt Mitchell, a producer and avid Olympics bettor, shares on-the-ground wagering perspectives. Conversations cover Olympic hockey betting and U.S. strength. They dive into curling’s sportsmanship controversy and the debates around athletes switching national ties like Eileen Gu. Plus colorful Olympic Village anecdotes and memorable skiing and snowboarding moments.
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INSIGHT

Olympic Hockey Is A Daily Betting Goldmine

  • Olympic hockey offers nonstop, high-stakes action that fills late-February sports voids.
  • Matt Mitchell and Simon Hunter say both men's and women's tournaments have been thrilling and bettable daily.
ADVICE

Target Narrative-Driven Olympic Markets

  • Even if Olympics aren't traditionally a big betting sport, follow strong narratives and concentrated events.
  • The hosts suggest targeting hockey and snowboard formats that offer frequent, bettable markets.
ANECDOTE

Morning Sweats With Kids And Korean Baseball Memories

  • Matt Mitchell recounts waking up at 6:30am with kids to catch a third-period Olympic hockey game.
  • He compared early-morning sports sweats to his Korean baseball watching during the pandemic.
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