Blair Ames, Author at Play Maryland

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2021 Preakness Betting Odds

Kentucky Derby Winner Medina Spirit Favored to Win Preakness … If He Races

Pending positive tests from the Maryland Jockey Club, Derby winner Medina Spirit should be the favorite in the 2021 Preakness field.

Posted on: May 13, 2021 | | Blair Ames

Maryland’s six casinos followed up a record-breaking March with another impressive haul in April.

Maryland Casinos Net $162 Million In April

Maryland’s six casinos followed up a record-breaking March with another impressive haul in April.

Posted on: May 12, 2021 | | Blair Ames

William Hill will soon receive a facelift following its acquisition by Caesars.

William Hill Rebrand Following Caesars Acquisition

The William Hill brand in the US betting market is nearing its end following the sportsbook’s acquisition by Caesars Entertainment. On April 22, Caesars finalized the deal to acquire the U.K. sports betting giant for nearly $4 billion. Earlier this week, executives confirmed during an earnings conference call that they will soon rebrand William Hill’s […]

Posted on: May 10, 2021 | | Blair Ames

Live! Casino Maryland Opens Sports & Social, Future Site Of FanDuel Sportsbook

Live! Casino Maryland Opens Sports & Social, Future Site Of FanDuel Sportsbook

Once Maryland sports betting launches, Sports & Social - a sports bar, gaming area and social lounge - will host a FanDuel retail sportsbook.

Posted on: April 30, 2021 | | Blair Ames

Laying The Foundation: MGM National Harbor Begins ‘Sportsbook Enhancement Project’

Laying The Foundation: MGM National Harbor Begins ‘Sportsbook Enhancement Project’

While the Maryland sports betting bill still awaits governor's signature, MGM National Harbor has started plans for its retail sportsbook.

Posted on: April 19, 2021 | | Blair Ames

Maryland Casinos Total $169.2 Million In March For Monthly Revenue Record

Maryland Casinos Total $169.2 Million In March For Monthly Revenue Record

With COVID-19 capacity restrictions eased, casinos in Maryland generated $169.2 million in March gaming revenue to set a new monthly record.

Posted on: April 12, 2021 | | Blair Ames

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BetRivers Could Slide Into Maryland Sports Betting Thanks To Penn National Deal

Rush Street Interactive partnered with Penn National Gaming to potentially bring the BetRivers sports betting app to Maryland.

Posted on: February 24, 2021 | | Blair Ames

E-Game On: Baltimore Ravens Team Up With Esports Entertainment Group

E-Game On: Baltimore Ravens Team Up With Esports Entertainment Group

A deal with the Ravens allows Esports Entertainment to host Esports Gaming League tournaments and integrate Baltimore players into promotions.

Posted on: February 16, 2021 | | Blair Ames

MGM Increasing Presence At Nationals Park With New Sportsbooks

MGM Increasing Presence At Nationals Park With New Sportsbooks

A new deal between the Washington Nationals and MGM Resorts will bring a retail sportsbook to the MLB baseball park.

Posted on: January 20, 2021 | | Blair Ames