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Esports Betting Firm Oddin Seeks License In Maryland

Czech-based company Oddin.gg is working to get Maryland to legalize betting on esports, which is not currently allowed in The Old Line State.

Posted on: December 5, 2023 | | Sam Hollingsworth

1/ST Racing Considering Moving The Date Of Preakness Stakes

A change to the date of the Preakness Stakes would shake up the Triple Crown calendar, but talks are in the very early stages.

Posted on: August 16, 2023 | | Sam Hollingsworth

Board Members Appointed To Maryland’s New Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority

Maryland horse racing's new Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority (TROA) gained some new members recently.

Posted on: June 15, 2023 | | Sam Hollingsworth

Outside Of The Preakness, Maryland Horse Racing Faces Uncertain Future

The second leg of the Triple Crown remaining at Pimlico might be the only certainty at the moment when it comes to Maryland horse racing.

Posted on: June 2, 2023 | | Sam Hollingsworth

Complete Visitor’s Guide For The 2023 Preakness Stakes Festival

All the information you need to attend and watch the 2023 Preakness Stakes, and the surrounding events at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore.

Posted on: May 11, 2023 | | Sam Hollingsworth

What To Watch For In the Kentucky Derby To Help You Bet On The Preakness

The Kentucky Derby might be the first horse race you watch this year. So this is what to look for to better inform your bets on the Preakness.

Posted on: May 2, 2023 | | Sam Hollingsworth

Maryland’s Preakness Is The Key Cog In Horse Racing’s Triple Crown

The Kentucky Derby gets the most attention, but it's the Preakness Stakes in Maryland that can keep America's eyes on horse racing.

Posted on: April 28, 2023 | | Sam Hollingsworth

Laurel Park Races Still Canceled, Track Conditions To Be Evaluated By Outside Consultant

An outside consultant will inspect the track at Laurel Park after safety concerns led to the cancellation of multiple days of horse racing.

Posted on: April 26, 2023 | | Sam Hollingsworth

Maryland bettors can wager on where Lamar Jackson will play next season

Update: DraftKings Maryland Has Indianapolis Colts Favored To Land Lamar Jackson

Where Baltimore Ravens QB Lamar Jackson will play in 2023 is anyone's guess, but you can place a bet if you think you know the answer.

Posted on: April 6, 2023 | | Sam Hollingsworth

Bezos might be only buyer able to meet Commanders' asking price

Jeff Bezos Might Be Only Buyer Rich Enough To Buy Commanders

Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder reportedly seeks $7B for the NFL team. Jeff Bezos might be the only buyer able to meet the price.

Posted on: February 2, 2023 | | Sam Hollingsworth

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Esports Betting Firm Oddin Seeks License In Maryland

1/ST Racing Considering Moving The Date Of Preakness Stakes

Board Members Appointed To Maryland’s New Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority

Outside Of The Preakness, Maryland Horse Racing Faces Uncertain Future

Complete Visitor’s Guide For The 2023 Preakness Stakes Festival

What To Watch For In the Kentucky Derby To Help You Bet On The Preakness

Maryland’s Preakness Is The Key Cog In Horse Racing’s Triple Crown

Laurel Park Races Still Canceled, Track Conditions To Be Evaluated By Outside Consultant

Update: DraftKings Maryland Has Indianapolis Colts Favored To Land Lamar Jackson

Jeff Bezos Might Be Only Buyer Rich Enough To Buy Commanders

Lottery Officials Tout $1.585 Billion in Total Gaming Revenue

Attorney Says Job Guarantees Key to iGaming Legalization

Sports Betting Operator Intralot Under Investigation in D.C.

Despite Dreary July, Maryland Sports Betting Still Shows Yearly Growth

Maryland Escapes DraftKings’ Surcharge For Now