Sports Betting
Gov. Pritzker Signs HB 3136, Changes Illinois Sportsbook Laws
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed HB 3136, a bill that creates significant changes to Illinois’ sports betting industry, into law on Friday. The signing will result in notable changes including allowing remote sportsbook account registration and the lifting of the ban on wagers on in-state college teams, among others. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – Illinois Governor J.B.…
Read MoreTwo More Sportsbooks Launch In Maryland Casinos This Month
Hollywood Casino Perryville is launching sports betting with Barstool Sportsbook. Twin Spires has started taking bets at Ocean Downs Casino. Virginia is getting another online sportsbook via PointsBet. ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Maryland’s sports betting offering is about to expand, as two more casinos gear up for a sportsbook launch. Hollywood Casino Perryville + Ocean Downs…
Read MoreMaryland To Launch Sports Betting On Thursday
Some Maryland casinos will be able to offer sports betting by Thursday. Others will go live on Friday, in what is being described as a “soft launch”. Maryland’s process for sports betting regulation has been delayed more than a year. BALTIMORE – Maryland is set to launch sports betting after significant delays caused them to…
Read MoreIGT Sports Betting Operation Goes Independent, May Go Public
International Gaming Technology PLC (IGT) recently announced plans to separate its sports betting business as a standalone operation. The Digital & Betting business entity will be available independent from IGT and could potentially go public after a year of operation. LONDON – During an investor day event, International Gaming Technology PLC (IGT) announced plans to…
Read MoreWashington Tribal Sportsbooks On Pace To Be A $100m Industry
Washington’s tribal sportsbooks are on pace to become a near-$100 million industry, according to a new study by Washington State University’s School of Hospitality Business Management. The study also indicated that an impressive 14% of the population is expected to participate in the budding sports betting industry, a very good sign for future revenue figures.…
Read MoreFlorida Sports Betting Compact Jeopardized, Judge Takes Case
Judge Dabney Friedrich chastises the US Department of Justice for not being prepared to answer questions about the legality of the Florida sports betting compact. Lawmakers attempted to have the case dismissed and did not present a valid argument. Judge Friedrich has given the Department of Justice until Tuesday to present a valid argument. TALLAHASSEE,…
Read MoreOhio Sports Betting “90% Agreed Upon” Says Sen Kirk Schuring
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Senator Kirk Schuring recently assured the public that the details of an Ohio sports betting bill are very close to being finalized. Will Ohio Sports Betting Be Available Soon? In a recent appearance on 1480 WHBC with Pam Cook, Senator Schuring said that members of the House and Senate had a joint…
Read MoreBest Week 8 NFL Bets 2021 – Spreads + Player Props
The Dallas Cowboys are 6-0 against the spread this year but are still 3 point underdogs against the Minnesota Vikings this week, providing great value for bettors. Mike Gesicki has gone over on his receiving yards prop in six consecutive weeks, and he has a 47 yard receiving prop this Sunday against the Bills. MINNEAPOLIS…
Read MoreMattress Mack Bet $3 Million On Astros To Win World Series
Jim McIngvale bet $3.3 million on the Houston Texas Astros to win the World Series. The massive bet was accepted by Caesars Entertainment’s ‘William Hill Indiana Sportsbook App. Should the Astros win, this will be the largest payout in U.S. sports betting history at almost $36M. HOUSTON – Notorious sports bettor Jim McIngvale, also known…
Read MoreDecision To Allow Maryland Sportsbooks Delayed Indefinitely
The SWARC meeting to review and potentially approve three sportsbooks has been delayed indefinitely. The delay is due to Maryland Lottery and Gaming Director John Martin wanting to ensure everything is done correctly before launching. ANNAPOLIS Md. – Although Maryland voters approved regulated sports betting last November. sportsbooks still have not launched, and residents may…
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