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Sports Betting Beat - May 25, 2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 25, 2021

FanDuel's IPO quest looks challenging as parent company seeks to leave Fox Bet out of deal, Canadian PM estimates sports betting measure has until end of June to be approved or it will likely die.  Plus fantasy players in Connecticut to get the shaft this summer.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/25/2021

The Year’s Biggest Slot Game, Buffalo Link™ From Aristocrat Gaming™, Arrives at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood

The Casino is the First Location in Florida to Receive the New Title.  Housed on Aristocrat’s all-new MarsX™ Portrait cabinet, Buffalo Link combines the thrill and functionality of Aristocrat’s legendary Lighting Link™ and Dragon Link™ games with the theme and features of the gaming industry’s most recognized slot brand – Buffalo™.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/25/2021

Feds OK Arizona Compact and Sports Betting Deal

Feds OK Arizona Compact and Sports Betting Deal

Gambling on sporting events and online fantasy sports betting became legal in Arizona on Monday, along with a host of new gambling options at tribal casinos, after the U.S. Department of the Interior approved an updated tribal gaming compact with the state.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/24/2021

Fight Betting Beat - May 24, 2021

Diego Sanchez Fabio Breakup

Joshua Fabia goes scorched earth on Diego Sanchez following their split, making a slew of accusations towards his former client that include Sanchez being asked to throw fights by the Nevada State Athletic Commission.  Plus Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. says Anthony Silva is "delusional" if he thinks he can beat him in June 19 bout. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2021

Phil Mickelson Favored to Make Ryder Cup Team, But Still Longshot to Win 2021 U.S. Open

Phil Mickelson Favored to Make Ryder Cup Team, But Still Longshot to Win 2021 U.S. Open

The payout on Phil Mickelson winning the 2021 US Open would be $4000 on a $100 as of May 24. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/24/2021

Trial of the Century: Durst Indicates He Will Take The Stand in His Own Defense

Resumption of Robert Durst Trial Sheds Light on Victim With Family Ties to Mob

Robert Durst' victim was Susan Berman, the only child of Davie 'the Jew' Berman, a notorious gangster who ran Las Vegas casinos for Frank Costello, Meyer Lanksy and Lucky Luciano - she was considered 'Las Vegas royalty'.

Submitted by Alejandro Botticelli on, May/24/2021

NFL Betting Beat - May 24, 2021

NFL Betting Beat - May 24, 2021

Mahomes ready to practice well ahead of initial time table set following surgery, Cam Newton teammates have ‘noticed a difference’ as they prepare for 2021 and why the 49ers could be this year's big turnaround story in the NFL.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2021

Am I Able to Bet the Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather Fight Online?

Am I Able to Bet the Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather Fight Online?

Any fight featuring Mayweather Jr. is bound to be a draw no matter who his opponent might be, but here you have a situation where Logan Paul is a social media sensation coming off an impressive win over the former Bellator MMA and ONE Welterweight Champion Ben Askren.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/24/2021

Mickelson Makes History at PGA Championship: BetOnline Sees $24K Payout on $80 Bet

Mickelson Makes History at PGA Championship: BetOnline Sees $24K Payout on $80 Bet

Dave Mason of BetOnline confirmed Sunday evening that their biggest bet was $80 at 300-1 for a $24,000 profit.

Submitted by Ean Lamb on, May/23/2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 23, 2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 23, 2021

BetMGM pays out nearly $300,000 to ESPN host on NFL Draft prop it was revealed this week.  In-house live betting at BetAnySports may not be returning, one gambler reports. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/23/2021

Fight to Ban Firearms From Certain Casinos

Fight to Ban Firearms From Certain Casinos

Provisions would only apply to large resorts and casinos that choose to opt in and would require they post clear signs about where guns aren’t allowed both on their premises and on their websites.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/23/2021

Extreme Concerns Over Online Gambling Addiction in US, Says National Survey

For its study, the NCPG gathered information from over 28,000 respondents across various states and posed questions regarding gambling frequency, attitudes towards gambling in general, and opinions on gambling addictions.

Submitted by Payton on, May/23/2021

$4.3B Casino Soon to Show its Hand

The Malaysia-based owner of one of the biggest casino projects ever on the Las Vegas Strip won regulatory approval last week to deal cards, roll dice and welcome gamblers when Resorts World Las Vegas opens June 24.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/23/2021

NBA Playoffs Series Prices 2021 Betting Futures

NBA Playoffs Series Prices 2021 Betting Futures

The Nuggets are a +110 dog in their series against Portland.  Keep in mind that Denver has gone 11-3 over the last 14 meetings against the Trail Blazers.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/22/2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 22, 2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 22, 2021

Washington State Republicans worry over sports betting beyond the Tribal casinos while Nebraska sends a mostly toothless bill to the Governor's desk for signing.  No mobile and no Huskers!  And guess who's back in business.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/22/2021

Connecticut House Approves Sports Betting Deal With Mashantucket Pequot, Mohegan Tribes

Connecticut House Approves Sports Betting Deal With Mashantucket Pequot, Mohegan Tribes

The state House of Representatives approved a long-awaited gambling agreement Thursday that Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont reached in March with the state’s two federally recognized Native American tribes, moving the state closer to legalizing sports and online gambling.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/21/2021

NFL Betting Beat - May 22, 2021

Patrick Mahomes wants balls implanted with microchips, Tim Tebow jersey selling better than all others, and Pete Carroll asks "What Russell Wilson Trade"?

Submitted by Tony Caliente on, May/21/2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 21, 2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 21, 2021

Connecticut House of Representatives voted Thursday night to allow for the biggest expansion of gambling in state history by approving online sports betting and Internet casinos, though fantasy sites will get the boot for now.  Plus the Jets and Ravens ink deal with Sports Radar. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/21/2021

Phil Mickelson Payout Odds to Win 2021 PGA Championship

Phil Mickelson Payout Odds to Win 2021 PGA Championship

Mickelson became the oldest PGA Championship winner at 50 and the payout on a $100 bet was a whopping $22500. 

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/21/2021

Boxing odds for Fury vs. Wilder III

Boxing odds for Fury vs. Wilder III

Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury were supposed to fight in August for the unified boxing heavyweight championship.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/20/2021

NHL Playoff Betting - Habs vs. Leafs: Price is on Toronto's Side

NHL Playoff Betting - Habs vs. Leafs: Price is on Toronto's Side

It is kind of hard to believe that this is the first time these clubs have met in the playoffs since 1979, a result of Toronto's unusual lack of success in the postseason.  The Leafs have had the clear edge in the season series, winning seven of the ten games and out scoring the Habs by a 34-25 margin.

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/20/2021

Sports Betting Beat - May 20, 2021

BetAnySports maintenance issues ongoing for two weeks, Draftkings partners with 23XI Racing and Bubba Watson, LeoVegas enters sports betting arena and Louisiana Senate passes sports betting bill.  Plus South Dakota's Deadwood amended sports betting rules being sent to the state Legislature’s Interim Rules Review Committee for approval with wagering anticipated in the city beginning July 1. 

Submitted by C Costigan on, May/20/2021

Am I Able to Bet on Sports From the State of Florida?

Am I Able to Bet on Sports From the State of Florida?

While lawmakers in Florida approved a new gambling compact that allows sports betting, the measure is likely to face legal and other obstacles, at least where it pertains to mobile sports wagering.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/20/2021

Florida OKs Sports Betting Operated by Seminole Tribe

Florida OKs Sports Betting Operated by Seminole Tribe

The Seminole Tribe would be able to operate sports betting and add roulette and craps to its casinos and Florida would potentially receive $20 billion over the next 30 years, under an agreement the Legislature approved Wednesday.

Submitted by Associated Press on, May/19/2021

Baltimore Ravens Name BetMGM as First Official Gaming Partner

Baltimore Ravens Name BetMGM as First Official Gaming Partner

The Baltimore Ravens and BetMGM, a leading sports betting and digital gaming company, announced today a multi-year partnership with BetMGM becoming the Ravens’ first Official Gaming Partner. The parties will collaborate to create cobranded promotions for Ravens fans. BetMGM branded signage will be present throughout M&T Bank Stadium, digital media, and integrated social media content.

Submitted by Press Release on, May/19/2021

900 New Jobs Coming to Atlanta With FanDuel Setting Up Office

900 New Jobs Coming to Atlanta With FanDuel Setting Up Office

Georgia lawmakers may have shot down efforts to legalize sports betting in the Peachtree State, but that won't stop FanDuel from setting up shop there.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, May/18/2021

Bet When Baffert's NYRA Ban Ends

Bet on When Baffert's NYRA Ban Will End

Bob Baffert's ban end is favored to happen before July 1.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, May/18/2021

New York Suspends Linda Rice From Training for 3 years

New York Suspends Linda Rice From Training for 3 years

Plus Bob Baffert and Medina Spirit banned from Belmont Stakes after Medina Spirit tested positive for an illegal amount of the steroid betamethasone in a post-Kentucky Derby screening.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, May/18/2021

The New NFL Stock Market

The New NFL Stock Market

Online gambling companies are always looking for new ways to bet and we have seen the introduction of some interesting games. The son of the Paddy Power founder is set to launch a virtual sport-based stock market based on the NFL and this news will be met with great anticipation in the United States. 

Submitted by Payton on, May/18/2021

Sports Betting Beat: Pros and Cons of Expanded Gambling in Florida

Sports Betting Beat: Pros and Cons of Expanded Gambling in Florida

Lawmakers in the state of Florida are pushing for gambling expansion while the powerful Seminoles look to boost their dominance with legalized sports betting in the state.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, May/18/2021

Breaking News

Sports Gambling Tax Hiked in Louisiana

Louisiana legislators have approved a plan to give most college athletic programs in Louisiana nearly $2 million in state tax revenue annually.  Care to guess where that money will be coming from?

White Sox Suddenly Getting Kind of Hot

Don't look now but the Chicago White Sox are on a roll.  Winners of four of their last five, Chicago is looking to sweep the Kansas City Royals at home on Sunday.