
Pat Evans is a journalist and editor based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, whose work explores the crossroads of business, sports and lifestyle. With a background in business journalism and legislative reporting, Pat brings a grounded, analytical perspective to stories about how people move, eat, relax, and play. His writing often highlights the human side of trends shaping modern life.
Over the past decade, Pat’s bylines have appeared in regional and national publications, covering everything from hospitality and food and beverage to regulatory shifts in gambling. He’s also written two books on beer history.
When he’s not writing, you’ll likely find him exploring new restaurants and bars, experimenting with fitness routines, or planning his next road trip fueled by curiosity and good coffee.
Experience
- Sports
- Lifestyle
- Wellness
Articles by Pat Evans
Why Degens Love Kalshi’s 15-Minute Bitcoin Markets
Ultra-short binary contracts on Bitcoin’s next move have turned Kalshi into a 24/7 trading floor for crypto fans, sports bettors and algorithmic traders.

By Pat Evans
Does Love Island Attract More Women to Prediction Markets?
The trading frenzy around reality TV suggests entertainment prediction markets may be attracting a different audience than traditional sportsbooks.

By Pat Evans
The MLBPA Wants Player Props Banned. Could It Happen?
The debate reveals how integrity concerns, athlete harassment, and micro-betting risks are forcing leagues to reconcile gambling partnerships with protecting competitive integrity.

By Pat Evans
The Healthy Gambling Test: 5 Signs You're on the Right Track
Healthy gambling isn’t just about avoiding trouble. It’s about habits that keep it sustainable.

By Pat Evans
The Verdict Is In: Our 10-Week AI Betting Experiment Was a Success
An AI betting experiment offers lessons on keeping it simple, avoiding layered parlays, and betting edges backed by stats and game script.

By Pat Evans
The Surprising Wellness Trend of 2026? Sustainability
Social fitness, sleep routines, and nervous-system regulation are taking over as consumers move away from cold plunges, biohacking, and extreme optimization.

By Pat Evans