Sportsbook News
Prosecutors Cannot Use Former MLB All-Star Yasiel Puig Plea as Evidence in Nix Bookmaking Case

Case tied to Vegas casino execs alleged misuse of casino assets as Puig announces he's playing baseball again.
Rovell, Pizzola in Heated Exchange at BetBash

Pizzola tells Rovell he and the site he works for, The Action Network: “You’re creating a false allure that people can win".
Resorts World and MGM Grand Employees Subpoenaed in Widening Justice Dept Probe

A federal investigation of Southern California bookie Wayne Nix's gambling ring has expanded to Las Vegas with over a dozen casino employees questioned.
Can I Bet With BetOnline From Washington State?

BetOnline is accessible from Washington State and offers some of the best welcome bonuses in the business.
Can I Bet on FanDuel Online From Maine?

Though FanDuel is unavailable for betting for Maine residents and visitors alike, BetUS does offer a great alternative. And they will be taking bets on this year's Little League World Series to boot.
Can I Bet on MyBookie From Oklahoma?

MyBookie is a popular online sportsbook available to those in Oklahoma. Gambling911.com recommends BetOnline, which is about to enter its 25th year in business.
WynnBET Shuts Down

WynnBet on Friday announced it will be shutting its doors to all US states except for Nevada and Massachusetts.
Industry Wakeup Call as Sleeper Fantasy Sees 216K Downloads in Two Weeks?

We here at Gambling911.com can vouch for the fact that these last two weeks have been off the charts with three marquee fights going off. But some of the numbers we are seeing when it comes to Daily Fantasy Sports downloads continue to impress.
It's War! Underdog Fantasy Founder Tears Into DraftKings, FanDuel, Says New Sportsbook Coming

Jeremy Levy accuses both companies of working behind the scenes to undermine Underdog.
BetOnline 2023 Promotions Unveiled as NFL Preseason Upon Us

Play for $10,000 in sportsbook prizes when you enter the La Liga Kickoff contest, Win free spins for every game you bet and more.
New Billy Walters Book Claims Phil Mickelson Bet Over $1 Billion in the Last Three Decades

Excerpts from Walters upcoming book "Gambler: Secrets from a Life of Risk" make the startling claims in addition to allegations that the golfer tried to place a $400K bet on the Ryder Cup through Walters.
DraftKings Sees 10 Percent Plunge in Share Price on News of ESPN-Penn Sports Betting Deal

Mickey Mouse goes all-in on sports betting, at least as long as Disney remains the parent company of ESPN.
Gambling 911 World Exclusive: Government Agency Investigating BetMGM for Stiffing Special Ed Teacher

The Virginia Lottery, a government agency that regulates all gambling in the State of Virginia, is investigating a situation in which a Virginia teacher won $214,500 betting on the women’s World Cup with sportsbook BetMGM.
Prime Sports to Offer Highest Limits to US Bettors, Vows Not to Boot Them

Newcomer Prime Sports is the latest to join the regulated sports gambling market. This isn't just any newcomer as many of those involved are long time friends of Gambling911.com.
Teacher's Bet: Virginia Lottery Wants Answers as to Why BetMGM Cancelled $214K Bet

The Virginia Lottery on Tuesday promised Gambling911's Thomas Somach it will get to the bottom of a controversy surrounding BetMGM's decision to cancel a Fairfax County teacher's $214,000 winning bet based on what it claimed to be an "obvious error".
I'm NOT for Teacher: BetMGM Continues to Screw Educator Out of $214K in Virginia

Fairfax County teacher wants the $214K owed as BetMGM refuses payout.
BetMGM: Sorry Our Bad, Won't Pay $214K in Winning Bets to Teacher

Company claimed it was "an obvious error" and offered a $100 free bet for the inconvenience after cancelling the payout.
John L. Smith: News of Federal Probe Another Troublesome Headline for Resorts World Las Vegas

The probe appears to be focused on executive(s) and/or former execs of Vegas casinos and the alleged use of casino comps as well as chips to pay off gambling debts to a bookmaking business.
Can I Bet on BetUS From Maryland?

While you now have the option of betting with a total of 14 regulated state sportsbook apps in the state of Maryland, internationally-licensed (also known as offshore) gambling websites like BetUS do offer a few attractive features that will not be found with the Maryland apps.
Countless Streamers Impacted by Latest Twitch Gambling Ban

Latest ban comes one year after popular streamer was accused of bilking users out of hundreds of thousands of dollars to fuel gambling addiction
How North Carolina’s Sports Betting Legalization will Impact Government Revenue

If you’ve followed the emergence of the regulated sports betting industry in the United States, you’ll quickly understand that it doesn’t take a brain scientist to realize who the true beneficiaries are. That would be the state.
High-Stakes Gambler-Turned-FBI Confidential Source Continues to Pound Narrative MGM Execs Tied to Bookie

Gambling911.com has been unable to confirm this claims as RJ Cipriani made additional allegations on Fourth of July holiday.
Feds Reportedly Investigating Las Vegas Casino Execs Ties to Indicted Bookie

California law enforcement said to be looking into whether certain high level Vegas employees used casino assets to pay gambling debts and also provided confidential customer data to bookmaking operation.
Betr Introduces Real Money Fantasy Sports Vertical That Looks a Lot Like Sports Betting

And they just introduced it in a state that ordered Prizepicks and Underdog Fantasy to cease offering a near identical product.
Lt. Gov. Who Played Key Role in US Sports Betting Legislation Efforts Dies

Described as a pioneering public servant, New Jersey Lt Gov Sheila Oliver passed away on Tuesday.
What's a Good Pay Per Head for the 2023 Football Season?

PricePerPlayer.com is a long time part of the Gambling911.com family and they will be entering this season offering their services at an unmatched $2 per player per week.
What’s Bringing eSports Betting to the Mainstream?

As a more recent form of entertainment in the betting world, eSport titles have only gained real international gambling attention since the turn of the new millennium. The success of eSports has been rapid, going from a niche interest to throwing tournaments today which draw more viewers than Wimbledon.
NFL 2023 Season Preview with Drew Butler & Jonathan Casillas Plus Quarterback Stats Odds

NFL Training Camp has started and we've got a special show in store for you today as our guys Drew Butler and 2x Super Bowl Champ Jonathan Casillas are both in the studio with Ally Melendez to preview the most recent NFL Odds over at BetOnline.
Play Up Pays Up But Futures to Be Maxed Out at $2K Regardless of Stake

It's not immediately clear how many customers will be impacted by this situation as PlayUp continues to destroy Australia's once pristine reputation in the offshore sports betting industry.
Man Pleads Guilty to Lying to Federal Officials Investigating Illegal Gambling Operation

This week, an entertainment industry accountant pleaded guilty to a felony charge for lying to federal law enforcement officials about his role in laundering illicit proceeds from an illegal gambling operation run by a former minor-league baseball player.