Preferred Lines Podcast

Welcome To The Preferred Lines Podcast. The ultimate preview detailing EVERYTHING you need to know for the 2026 Open Championship, powered by Read The Line.

The boys begin by welcoming James Nicholas, a recent Korn Ferry Tour Winner who qualified for The Open. They asked about his path in creating a brand through social media, what jealousies have been brought about from our Tour pros, and what his expectations are in preparing for the upcoming Open at Royal Birkdale. 

There have been some massive, risky changes made to Royal Birkdale since it last hosted The Open i...

Welcome To The Preferred Lines Podcast for the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, powered by Read The Line.

The boys were proud to welcome Josh Carpenter of the Sports Business Journal to the program, posing several questions about the future of the PGA Tour under the leadership of Brian Rolapp. 

A toast to back to back victories for Joe as Chris Gotterup chased down John's pick, Ben Kohles, to win the John Deere Classic. What's up with Jordan Spieth's comments about something needing to be "tackled soon" when it comes to fans betting of golf. Finally, lasagna a...

Viktor Hovland serves up a WIN for the pod in Cromwell! Joe and John recap the 2026 Travelers Championship. What went wrong for Scottie in the end? How did we see the win coming with Hovland?

The boys then give their thoughtful takes on everything that has transpired in golf news over the past week; from Phil's drama, the PGA Tour's new direction, Rory getting special exemptions, and what to expect from up-and-coming star Jackson Koivun

Enjoy the pod and lets hit another winner!

🏌️ Course Breakdown
📊 Key Betting Stats
🔥 Best Bets & Longshots
❌ Fades...

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The PGA Tour just dropped one of the biggest schedule shakeups in modern golf.

In this episode, Joe is joined by Keith Stewart who was in Cromwell for the massive news. We break down the brand-new PGA Tour structure coming in 2028, including the Championship Series, Challenger Series, promotion and relegation, bigger consequences, new pathways for players, and what it all means for the future of professional golf.

Is this the reset the PGA Tour desperately needed, or are we looking at a system that could create even more controversy? We g...

Welcome To The 2026 U.S. Open Recap and Travelers Championship Preview Show courtesy of the Preferred Lines Podcast and Read The Line

In this episode, Joe and John recap the resilient win against all odds at Shinnecock Hills for Wyndham Clark, taking on Scottie, Sam, and all of New York! Were the fans out of line? What did John think about his experience being on site?

The boys then deep dive TPC River Highlands in the Course Breakdown, and analyze the odds board for value in the final PGA Signature Event of the season at...

Welcome To The ULTIMATE U.S. OPEN BETTING PREVIEW PODCAST, courtesy of the Preferred Lines Podcast and Read The Line

In this comprehensive betting guide, the crew breaks down everything you need to know before placing a wager — from course architecture and historical comps to key stats, weather impact, player fit, outright winners, sleepers, fades, and best bets for the week.

The boys begin by welcoming Par3Pop, aka Ticket, to the program to talk about his time at Bob Does Sports, what goes into creating a YouTube Golf Video, and his thoughts on the U...

Welcome To Preferred Lines, a comprehensive preview podcast for the 2026 RBC Canadian Open at TPC Toronto, powered by Read The Line.

The boys discuss what to make of the on course flare ups between Scottie Scheffler and his caddie Ted Scott, as well as the breakthrough PGA Tour victory for JT Poston at the 2026 Memorial. They also run through a new TRUE or False segment, talk about creating college stars on golf, and the 2027 PGA Tour signature event setup changes that apparently are NOT happening next year.

The boys then go into intense detail on...

Welcome To Preferred Lines, the ULTIMATE 2026 Memorial Tournament Betting Preview and PGA Championship Recap Show, powered by Read The Line

The boys begin by covering some hot topics in the world of golf. Niemann's 8th victory on LIV, the PGA Tour loosening social media restrictions on players, and what we think of the new PGA Tour schedule. Also, 2026 Internet Invitational purse hitting a record 4 Million!

The boys then go into intense detail on the course specs and historical data from Muirfield Village Golf Club, one of the toughest courses annually on the PGA Tour schedule...

Welcome To Preferred Lines, the ULTIMATE 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge Betting Preview and PGA Championship Recap Show, powered by Read The Line

The boys begin this week with a fun Ask The Pro segment with Keith Stewart. General Golf Tips and Instruction for the 10 handicapper, breaking down the putter change for Brooks Koepka, Jordan Spieth's unique grip, and tips on performing under pressure on the course.

The gang then goes into great detail exiling TPC Craig Ranch from the schedule, and touches on Wyndham Clark's 4th career victory. 

Then they shift to providing a c...

Welcome To The ULTIMATE 2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson Betting Preview and PGA Championship Recap Show, courtesy of the Preferred Lines Podcast and Read The Line

In this comprehensive betting guide, the crew breaks down everything you need to know before placing a wager — from course architecture and historical comps to key stats, weather impact, player fit, outright winners, sleepers, fades, and best bets for the week.

They start the show by getting a complete on-site recap of the PGA Championship by John Haslbauer who was in the media center and inside the ropes all week wi...

Welcome To The ULTIMATE PGA CHAMPIONSHIP BETTING PREVIEW, courtesy of the Preferred Lines Podcast and Read The Line

In this comprehensive betting guide, the crew breaks down everything you need to know before placing a wager — from course architecture and historical comps to key stats, weather impact, player fit, outright winners, sleepers, fades, and best bets for the week.

They start by getting a run through Aronimink Golf Club by former player and PGA Championship player Brendon de Jonge. His details from his personal experience on the Donald Ross greens, how the weather can impact th...

Welcome To The Preferred Lines Podcast Truist Championship Preview & Picks

Joe & John begin this episode with an exclusive interview with award winning author Alan Shipnuck on his latest masterpiece, RORY. Alan provides his insights on the future of LIV Golf, the legacy of Rory McIlroy, his relationship with PGA TOUR CEO Brian Rolapp, and if it bothers Rory that Scheffler is universally considered the best in the world during his epic run.

Finally, our exclusive, in-depth course preview of Quail Hollow and trying to figure out which recent rendition of Quail should we be looking...

Welcome To The Preferred Lines Podcast Cadillac Championship Preview & Ryder Cup Captain Announcement & The Future of LIV Golf

Joe & John break down one of the biggest weeks in golf — both on and off the course. Jim Furyk has officially been named the next Ryder Cup Captain, and the guys dive deep into what that means for Team USA, the selection process, and whether Furyk is the right man for the job.

They also tackle the elephant in the room: the uncertain future of LIV Golf. With the merger talks stalling and player futures hanging in th...

Welcome To The Preferred Lines Podcast Masters Recap and Betting Preview for the 2026 RBC Heritage

Joe & John go into great detail on how Rory, again, conquered Augusta National. Joe nailed a winner in the first Major of the season at 14/1 on Rory. They talk his strategy, Scheffler's run, and what to expect moving forward from contenders like Cameron Young and Justin Rose.

Finally, our exclusive, in-depth course preview, stat analysis, and historical trends data is discussed in great details. We parlay that information into our player profiles and PICKS TO WIN THE RBC Heritage! Enjoy...

Welcome To Masters Week! This is the Preferred Lines Podcast, the most intuitive, informational, and immersive betting guide for the 2026 Masters!

Joe & John are joined by the great Johnny Wunder, Director of Equipment at Golf.com to gather exclusive insights on player equipment changes specific to Augusta, how father time is being defeated by this generation, and what the heck Bryson DeChambeau is doing differently to prepare for the 2026 Masters.

They touch on some fun topics remembering the trials and tribulations that Rory McIlroy overcame in 2025, Masters Merch Tent buy or sells, and a thought...

The final stop on the road to Augusta National runs through San Antonio Texas and the Valero Texas Open. Welcome to the 2026 Valero Texas Open Preview Show, where we break down everything you are looking for a comprehensive breakdown of the Oaks Course or plan on betting the tournament.

Joe and John discuss in great detail the tumultuous week in the world of golf news surrounding Tiger Woods. From the beginning of the week where Joe was up close and personal with Tiger at TGL, to the tragic ending when he was arrested on suspicion of DWI...

We’re trading the Florida palm trees for the world-class Texas-muni vibes of Memorial Park. Welcome to the 2026 Texas Children's Houston Open, where the "Texas Two-Step" begins and the road to Augusta gets a lot narrower.

We kick things off by recapping a historic week at the Valspar Championship, where Matt Fitzpatrick rebounded from heartbreak at The PLAYERS to capture his first PGA Tour victory since 2023. We also grade Rory's Masters menu, talk futures for Augusta, preview the TGL Finals, and discuss Bryson's epic win in South Africa over John Rahm in the LIV Playoff.

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The Florida Swing reaches its thrilling conclusion at Innisbrook! We’ve survived the Island Green, and now it’s time to face The Snake Pit. Welcome to Valspar week, the most colorful stop on the PGA TOUR.

We kick things off by recapping an unbelievable finish at The PLAYERS Championship, where Cameron Young outlasted Matt Fitzpatrick and Ludvig Åberg with a career-defining performance at Sawgrass. We also recap Joe's ups and downs from the boots on ground experience at The PLAYERS.

In this episode of Preferred Lines, Joe and John dive deep into the Copperhead Cours...

🏆 2026 PLAYERS Championship Preview | TPC Sawgrass Breakdown, PGA Tour Picks & Best Bets

The flagship event on the PGA TOUR schedule has arrived and you better believe that MARCH IS MAJOR. Welcome to the PLAYERS week, one our favorites. We begin by recapping an electric finish at Bay Hill that saw Akshay Bhatia prevail, talk Ryder Cup Captaincy odds for Team USA, and give our favorite moments in golf of the week. Shoutout Tommy Fleetwood.

In this episode of Preferred Lines, Joe, John, and guest Keith Stewart shift gears to cover all aspects of the 2026 PLAYERS:

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🏆 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational Preview | Bay Hill Breakdown, PGA Tour Picks & Best Bets

The Florida Swing rolls on as the PGA TOUR heads to Bay Hill Club & Lodge for the 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational — one of the toughest tests on the schedule.

In this episode of Preferred Lines, we break down everything you need to win your bets this week:

• Full 2026 Arnold Palmer Invitational preview
• Bay Hill course breakdown & why it plays so difficult
• Key PGA Tour statistical trends that matter
• Model projections & data-driven insights
• Best bets, longshots & outright picks to win
• Playe...

🏆 2026 Cognizant Classic of the Palm Beaches — Full Tournament Preview, Course Stats, PGA National trends, and Picks To Win

Welcome to your complete preview of the 2026 Cognizant Classic and PGA National Resort! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know before the PGA Tour makes it's return to Florida, including the new significant changes to the Champion Course and how it will impact the tournament this year.

Joe and John also recap the Bridgeman victory in Riviera, but not without some criticism of the iconic host venue. Is the the most complete version of Ro...

🏆 2026 Genesis Invitational — Full Tournament Preview, Course Stats, Torrey Pines Trends, and Picks To Win

Welcome to your complete preview of the 2026 Genesis Invitational Betting Preview! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know before the PGA Tour makes it's return to historic Riviera Country Club. The boys also breakdown the epic, improbable redemption run by Anthony Kim at LIV Adelaide, Morikawa's return the winner's circle at Pebble Beach, and what do about Scottie Scheffler.

✔️ In-depth course history reports & key statistical trends
✔️ Data-driven models with projections based on historical data
✔️ Best Bets, longshots...

🏆 2026 Pebble Beach Pro-Am — Full Tournament Preview, Course Stats, Torrey Pines Trends, and Picks To Win

Welcome to your complete preview of the 2026 Pebble Beach Pro-Am, the first Signature Event on the PGA Tour in the 2026 Season! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know before placing your bets. They also victory lap hitting the PL Double Bet, as both Joe & John nailed Chris Gotterup last week at 50-1! Let's get another winner this week.

✔️ In-depth course history reports & key statistical trends
✔️ Data-driven models with projections based on historical data
✔️ Best Bets, longshots...

🏆 2026 WM Phoenix Open — Full Tournament Preview, Course Stats, Torrey Pines Trends, and Picks To Win

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Welcome to your complete preview of the 2026 WM Phoenix Open! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know before placing your bets. Joe and John also dive into several fun golf-adjacent topics in the Bullish or Bearish segment and Draft their...

🏆 2026 Farmers Insurance Open — Full Tournament Preview, Course Stats, Torrey Pines Trends, and Picks To Win

Welcome to your complete preview of the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know before placing your bets and talk through expectations surrounding the return of Brooks Koepka to the PGA Tour.

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🏆 2026 American Express — Full Tournament Preview, Best Bets & Expert Picks

Welcome to your complete preview of the 2025 American Express PGA TOUR event! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know before placing your bets and recap another win from budding superstar Chris Gotterup at the Sony Open

✔️ In-depth course history reports & key statistical trends
✔️ Data-driven models with projections based on historical data
✔️ Best Bets, longshots, and outright picks to win
✔️ Players to target, players to fade, and value plays you can’t ignore

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🏆 2025 Sony — Full Tournament Preview, Best Bets & Expert Picks

Welcome to your complete preview of the 2025 Sony Open! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know before placing your bets and cover in great detail the bombshell news of Brooks Koepka and his immediate return to the PGA TOUR. Let's GO!!!!

✔️ In-depth course history reports & key statistical trends
✔️ Data-driven models with projections based on historical data
✔️ Best Bets, longshots, and outright picks to win
✔️ Players to target, players to fade, and value plays you can’t ignore

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🏆 2025 RSM Classic — Full Tournament Preview, Best Bets & Expert Picks

Welcome to your complete preview of the 2025 RSM Classic at Sea Island Golf Course! In this episode, we break down everything you need to know before placing your bets or building DFS lineups:

✔️ In-depth course history reports & key statistical trends
✔️ Data-driven models with projections for every player in the field
✔️ Best Bets, Top-20s, longshots, and outright picks to win
✔️ Players to target, players to fade, and value plays you can’t ignore

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🏆 2025 Bermuda Championship In-Depth Tournament Preview & Expert Picks

A comprehensive course preview, player analysis, and picks to win for the PGA TOUR tournament, the Bermuda Championship at Port Royal Golf Club. Joe is also joined by Tom Hobbs, aka Flushing It, to discuss the changes taking place with LIV Golf, Bryson's negotiations, breaking the Rahm story, and if the merger with the PGA TOUR will ever actually happen.

Detailed notes and course history reports.
Data-driven stat models with projections for every player.
Betting Picks to Win and value longshots!

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🏆 2025 World Wide Technology Championship In-Depth Tournament Preview & Expert Picks

Detailed notes and course history reports.
Data-driven stat models with projections for every player.
Betting Picks to Win and value longshots!

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🏆 2025 Sanderson Farms Championship In-Depth Tournament Preview & Expert Picks

John is back to recap his memories and stories from attending the 2025 Ryder Cup. The good, the bad, and the ugly. What can Team USA do looking ahead to Adare Manor? 

Joe and John will pivot to preview the 2025 Sanderson Farms at the CC of Jackson. Course insights, historical trends, and player specific data will be broken down on this episode to find value on the oddsboard. Finally, they'll dish out their favorite picks to win and give some insights as to what's next for Preferred Lines movi...

🏆 2025 Ryder Cup Ultimate Betting Guide with Expert Picks and Analysis

Preferred Lines presents our exclusive preview for the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, which includes Gold, Silver, and Bronze Best Bets from out hosts Joe @TourPicks and John Haslbauer @PGATOUT

Ryder Cup History, stat suggestions, odds value, and more on this episode.

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🏆 2025 Procore Championship In-Depth Tournament Preview & Expert Picks

Joe & John are back in action to preview the 2025 Procore Championship, held on the North Course at Silverado Resort in Napa, California. The offseason was fast and furious, as Joe & John catch up after Tommy Fleetwood's WIN, Rory in Ireland, and Ryder Cup Captains picks were made with a big surprise to the podcast.

Detailed notes and course history reports.
Data-driven stat models with projections for every player.
Betting Picks to Win and value longshots!

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🏆 2025 TOUR Championship Tournament Preview & Expert Picks

Another week, another Scottie Scheffler victory. Joe & John will recap the epic week from Caves Valley at the BMW Championship and discuss potential TOUR Championship and Ryder Cup implications from Maryland.

They'll then look ahead to this year's TOUR Championship, now with data from last year that shows how much easier East Lake Golf Club played post-renovation. Was it an anomaly? John breaks down the course and both give their picks to win the final tournament of the season. Straight up, no strokes!

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🏆 2025 BMW Championship PGA Tour Tournament Preview & Expert Picks

The boys commiserate on another heartbreaking collapse from Tommy Fleetwood at the FedEx St. Jude and recap and exciting finish between J.J. Spaun and Justin Rose in the Memphis Heat!

They'll then look ahead to this year's BMW Championship, as the PGA TOUR heads back to Caves Valley for the first time since 2001. John explores the course changes and scorecard modifications ahead of this year, and they discuss the top 50 odds of players who have advanced to the second leg of the FedExCup Playoffs.

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🏆 2025 FedEx St. Jude Championship PGA Tour Tournament Preview & Expert Picks

The boys are back and ready to cover the first leg of the FedEx Cup Playoffs, where the top 70 players are set to take on TPC Southwind for the 2025 FedEx St. Jude Championship. Course preview, data-driven play fits, and picks to win will all be covered in this episode.

Joe and John will also revisit a disappointing Sunday for Team-Nico, and recap Cameron Young's triumphant first PGA Tour win. They'll touch on their picks for the 2025 Ryder Cup. All that and more on this week's Pre...

🏆 2025 Wyndham Championship PGA Tour Tournament Preview & Expert Picks

The Wyndham Championship Whisperers are ready! Joe and John, with a deep history of cashing massive wins at this event, team up to bring you a comprehensive 2025 tournament preview and provide their favorite picks to win.

Detailed notes and course history reports.
Data-driven stat models with projections for every player.
Betting Picks to Win and value longshots!
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🏆 2025 3M Open Preview | Betting Preview and Picks To Win plus Recapping Scottie Scheffler's glorious win at The Open Championship

A very special episode of Preferred Lines is on tap for the 3M Open. A throwback with Preferred Lines Co-Founder Chad Eckert fills in with local TPC Twin Cities tidbits and insights from boots on the ground in Minnesota. He joins John Haslbauer to recap The Open, preview the 3M, and give their early picks to win this week on the PGA Tour!

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🏆 2025 Open Championship Preview | Royal Portrush Breakdown, Betting Picks & Expert Analysis

In this can't-miss episode, Joe Idone and John Haslbauer deliver a deep dive into the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush, site of Shane Lowry’s epic 2019 win. With changes to the Dunluce Course and firm-and-fast conditions expected, we break down everything you need to know to bet smart and get ahead of the competition.

⛳ What’s Inside This Episode:

In-depth course preview of Royal Portrush (Dunluce Links)

Custom stat model to rank players based on key metrics

Current player fo...

🏆 2025 British Open Preview and Leading Contenders Analysis with Ben Coley

Joe is joined by the great Ben Coley from the Sporting Life to preview the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portush and assess the leading contenders to win. Pros and Cons for the Top-12 Players on the oddsboard with stats and historical context.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:20 Royal Portrush Preview
5:45 Scottie Scheffler
8:42 Rory McIlroy
14:07 Jon Rahm
16:26 Bryson DeChambeau
19:24 Xander Schauffele
23:33 Tommy Fleetwood
26:42 Ludvig Aberg
29:30 Shane Lowry
34:45 Collin Morikawa
37:39 Viktor Hovland
40:33 Tyrrell Hatton
43:40 Bonus Player!?