Maryland Gambling And Sports Betting News

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Maryland Sportsbook A Bright Spot In Caesars’ Gloomy Q1 Report

Caesars' first quarter wasn't what the company hoped, but the success of its Maryland sportsbook was a bright spot in the gloomy report.

Posted on: May 3, 2024 | | Adam Hensley

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KY Derby Features Trainer With Success At Maryland’s Preakness Stakes

Kentucky Derby horse racing trainer Chad Brown has a history of success in Maryland, winning the Preakness Stakes twice in his career.

Posted on: May 2, 2024 | | Adam Hensley

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Ocean Downs Casino Absent From Churchill Downs’ Q1 Earnings Call

Despite a positive and optimistic earnings call, Churchill Downs failed to mention Ocean Downs Casino during the talk with investors.

Posted on: April 26, 2024 | | Steve Schult

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After Legislative Failure, MD Can’t Legalize Online Casinos Until At Least 2026

After lawmakers failed to advance any measures this legislative session to legalize iGaming, legalization is put on a two-year wait.

Posted on: April 22, 2024 | | Cheryl Coward

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FanDuel Sportsbook Enters D.C. Market, Replaces Gambet in D.C.

After years of criticism, the Gambet D.C. sports betting app has been replaced by FanDuel in the nation's capital city.

Posted on: April 15, 2024 | | Dan Holmes

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Maryland’s March Sports Betting Handle Jumps Nearly 40%

Maryland sports bettors wagered $536 million in March. Those figures were 20% more than in February and a 39% increase from March 2023.

Posted on: April 12, 2024 | | T.J. McBride

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Online Casino Bill Officially Dies On Last Day Of Legislative Session

The Maryland Senate didn't hold a vote on HB 1319, which officially ended any hopes for online casino legalization until 2026.

Posted on: April 10, 2024 | | Steve Schult

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March Casino Revenue Tops $178 Million, Fifth-Best Month Ever

Maryland casino revenue rose to $178.1 million in March, resulting in more than $76 million going to the state in taxes.

Posted on: April 8, 2024 | | T.J. McBride

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Two Gambling Bills Die In House, Only Online Casino Bill Remains

While an online casino bill remains under consideration by the Maryland Senate, two other gambling bills failed to pass the House.

Posted on: April 4, 2024 | | Phil West

A picture of a man looking through a magnifying glass for a story about the validity of Cordish Cos cannibalization claims for Maryland online casinos.

A Deeper Look Into Cordish Cos. Online Casino Cannibalization Claims

The ownership group of Maryland Live! Casino & Hotel says online casinos will hurt the retail properties. Is there evidence of that in PA?

Posted on: March 29, 2024 | | Adam Hensley

Maryland Sportsbook A Bright Spot In Caesars’ Gloomy Q1 Report

KY Derby Features Trainer With Success At Maryland’s Preakness Stakes

Ocean Downs Casino Absent From Churchill Downs’ Q1 Earnings Call

After Legislative Failure, MD Can’t Legalize Online Casinos Until At Least 2026

FanDuel Sportsbook Enters D.C. Market, Replaces Gambet in D.C.

Maryland’s March Sports Betting Handle Jumps Nearly 40%

Online Casino Bill Officially Dies On Last Day Of Legislative Session

March Casino Revenue Tops $178 Million, Fifth-Best Month Ever

Two Gambling Bills Die In House, Only Online Casino Bill Remains

A Deeper Look Into Cordish Cos. Online Casino Cannibalization Claims

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