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Devin O'Connor

Devin O'Connor is a senior reporter for Casino.org, covering politics, casino business, and gaming news.

Devin came on board with Casino.org in 2014. He lives in Arlington, Va.

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2020 Las Vegas Outlook: Optimism Abound for Strip, Southern Nevada
January 2, 2020

2020 Las Vegas Outlook: Optimism Abound for Strip, Southern Nevada

The 2020 outlook for Las Vegas is extremely optimistic, as gaming industry analysts and economic experts alike believe the gambling capital of the US will thrive in the year ahead. Las Vegas is once again...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Connecticut Casino Win Declines in 2019 Fiscal Year, Nearly $150M in Lost Gaming Revenue
January 2, 2020

Connecticut Casino Win Declines in 2019 Fiscal Year, Nearly $150M in Lost Gaming Revenue

The two Connecticut casinos operated by the state's Native American tribes reported further reductions in their gross gaming revenue (GGR) in their latest fiscal years. Filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission reveal that Mohegan...

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Sugar Bowl Odds: No. 5 Georgia Favored By Four Points Against No. 7 Baylor
January 1, 2020

Sugar Bowl Odds: No. 5 Georgia Favored By Four Points Against No. 7 Baylor

The 2019 Sugar Bowl features two teams that had College Football Playoff hopes late in the season, but after falling short, will try and cap off their years with a New Year's Six win. No....

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No. 8 Wisconsin Slim Rose Bowl Favorite Against No. 6 Oregon, Defensives Expected to Highlight Game
January 1, 2020

No. 8 Wisconsin Slim Rose Bowl Favorite Against No. 6 Oregon, Defensives Expected to Highlight Game

The 106th Rose Bowl pits two defensive powerhouses against one another in a game that oddsmakers give No. 8 Wisconsin (10-3) a slight advantage over No. 6 Oregon (11-2). The Pac-12 champs are in "The...

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2020 Atlantic City Outlook: Can Town Support Nine Casinos?
December 31, 2019

2020 Atlantic City Outlook: Can Town Support Nine Casinos?

Atlantic City is entering a critical year, as the East Coast gambling mecca will face its fate in determining if it's capable of supporting nine casino resorts. 2019 marked the first full year Atlantic City...

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Raiders Players, Team Personnel Discuss Keys to Building Las Vegas Fanbase
December 31, 2019

Raiders Players, Team Personnel Discuss Keys to Building Las Vegas Fanbase

The Oakland Raiders capped off their storied history in California's Bay Area Sunday with a one-point loss to the Denver Broncos to finish the year 7-9 and miss the NFL Playoffs for a third consecutive...

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Hard Rock Atlantic City Offers $2,020 New Year’s Eve Package, Casino Rooms Remain Available
December 30, 2019

Hard Rock Atlantic City Offers $2,020 New Year’s Eve Package, Casino Rooms Remain Available

Hard Rock Atlantic City is ready to ring in the 2020 New Year by offering guests a special $2,020 package that gives them the special holiday treatment. The rock 'n' roll package includes a one-night...

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McCarran International Airport Traffic Increases in 2019, But Many Not Staying in Las Vegas
December 30, 2019

McCarran International Airport Traffic Increases in 2019, But Many Not Staying in Las Vegas

McCarran International Airport has seen a substantial increase in passenger traffic this year. But not all who arrive at the busy Southern Nevada airport are staying in Las Vegas. Through November, nearly 47.3 million passengers...

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Canadian Casino Giant Gateway Announces $1.1B Merger, Gaming Hedge Fund Behind Transaction
December 30, 2019

Canadian Casino Giant Gateway Announces $1.1B Merger, Gaming Hedge Fund Behind Transaction

Canadian casino giant Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited has announced that it's merging with one of its largest shareholders in a deal valued at $1.15 billion. Once the transaction is completed, expected to come in...

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Maryland Sports Betting Bill Prefiled, Would Put Issue Before Voters in 2020 Referendum
December 29, 2019

Maryland Sports Betting Bill Prefiled, Would Put Issue Before Voters in 2020 Referendum

A Maryland sports betting bill has been prefiled in the Annapolis capital ahead of the state legislature's upcoming 2020 session. If passed, the issue would be put before voters during next November's election. Senate Bill...

Written by Devin O'Connor