55 of the state’s 64 parishes approved the November 3rd ballot measure that legalizes sports wagering. Ryan Berni of Louisiana Wins says over 65-percent of the voters statewide voted for the legalization of sports betting and now it’s up to the lawmakers and the gaming control board to approve the rules and regulations.

Cut 10 (10)… “other states”

It appears that new head coach Stan Van Gundy is already starting to shake things up as the Pelicans are reportedly looking to trade star guard Jrue Holiday.  This could be part of the rebuilding process for New Orleans as they look for more young stars.  Holiday, who is entering his 30’s, is reportedly being pursued by a number of contenders across the league.  All trade talks for Holiday are in the early stages.

LSU quarterback Myles Brennan has returned to practice and is listed as day-to-day with an abdominal injury that has sidelined him for the past few weeks.

LSU head baseball coach Paul Mainieri spoke to the media yesterday to break down fall baseball.  Mainieri of course mentioned his strong pitching staff but several freshman have stolen the show so far during fall practice.  Mainieri says that if the season started today, he would have three freshman in the lineup which are Will Safford, Tre Morgan and Dylan Crews.  Mainieri says that the highlight of fall practice has been Morgan, who he describes as a great all-around player.

Cut 18 (11)… “to me”

Winless ULM will be on the road this Saturday as the travel to take on Georgia State.  The Warhawks are 0-7, but head coach Matt Viator says the win-loss record will not change how he coaches.

Cut 19 (12)… “them out”