7893 stories by Devin O'Connor
Maryland Casinos Lose Big in October, State Pledges Gaming Money to School Construction
Maryland casinos reported a steep decline in gross gaming revenue (GGR) last month. The state's six licensed venues said total win was $143.89 million, an 8.9 percent year-over-year decline. The drop was fueled by a horrible month for MGM National Harbor. The...
Palms Casino Owner Explains Nightclub Closure Decision, Red Rock Resorts Earnings Disappoint
Palms Casino Resort is closing its Kaos day and nightclub just seven months after its opening. Red Rock Resorts (RRR) billionaire CEO Frank Fertitta III says the nightclub scene in Las Vegas has become far too competitive, and the 73,000-square-foot space can...
Ohio State No. 1 in College Football Playoff Rankings, Clemson Outside Looking In
Ohio State is the top-ranked team in college football, according to the 13 committee members of the College Football Playoff. The top four came as a bit of a surprise. Following the Buckeyes, it's No. 2 LSU, No. 3. Alabama, and No....
Macau Casino Boss Paulo Martins Chan Receives Gig Extension
The chief regulator of the Macau gaming industry has been granted another 12-month term, which will coincide with dictating the licensing renewal process for the enclave's six licensed casino operators. Paulo Martins Chan, the head of the Macau Gaming Inspection and Coordination...
Odds Long Los Angeles Chargers Relocate to London, Owner Says Rumors ‘BS’
The Los Angeles Chargers haven't exactly been embraced by their new host city since relocating there in 2017, and that's fueling speculation that the NFL franchise could be considering yet another move. The Atlantic broke the news, its "unidentified sources" saying the...
Gaming Industry Analysts Expect Macau Casino Revenue Rebound in 2020
Gaming industry analysts believe 2020 will be a better year for the six licensed casino operators in Macau, the world's richest gambling hub. Gross gaming revenue (GGR) stands at $30.56 billion January through October 2019. That's a 1.8 percent decline compared to...
Alabama Remains Favorite Over Visiting LSU Despite Questionable Tua Tagovailoa
Alabama and LSU are the top two teams in the nation. The Crimson Tide are No. 1 in the AP Top 25, while the Tigers are No. 1 in the Coaches Poll. They're both No. 2 where not No. 1. Come Saturday...
Sports Bettor Who Sent Players Social Media Death Threats Sentenced to Prison
A former sports bettor who was attending college in Massachusetts will spend the next 18 months in prison for threatening at least 45 professional and collegiate athletes between July and December 2017. Addison Choi, now 23-years-old, pleaded guilty in May to sending...
Patriots Unbeaten Run Ends in Baltimore, Ravens Top New England in Potential Playoff Preview
The New England Patriots suffered their first loss of the year Sunday night in Baltimore, as the Ravens – led by another dazzling performance from QB Lamar Jackson – managed to take down the defending champs. The Pats' seemingly unbreakable defense broke...
Japan Home to Most Legal Gaming Machines in the World, as Country Inches Closer to Commercial Casinos
Japan is home to more legal gaming machines than any other country in the world, and its total number of betting positions will only increase with its three forthcoming commercial casino integrated resorts. Gambling is still illegal in Japan, so how is...
