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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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World Series Odds: Houston Astros Biggest Favorite Since 2007 Boston Red Sox
October 21, 2019

World Series Odds: Houston Astros Biggest Favorite Since 2007 Boston Red Sox

The World Series odds on the Houston Astros beating the Washington Nationals has a price on the best-of-seven title that hasn't been seen in more than a decade. The FanDuel sportsbook has the American League...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Macau Locals Gambling Less, Participation Rate Down 27 Percent Since 2003
October 21, 2019

Macau Locals Gambling Less, Participation Rate Down 27 Percent Since 2003

Macau locals aren't testing their luck as much as they used to, a new study from the University of Macau concluding that participation rates among enclave residents are at their lowest levels since 2003. According...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Texas Tribe Says Sen. John Cornyn Request to Delay Casino Bill Hearings Prioritizes Politics Over Equality
October 20, 2019

Texas Tribe Says Sen. John Cornyn Request to Delay Casino Bill Hearings Prioritizes Politics Over Equality

A Texas tribe is firing back at Senator John Cornyn's (R) efforts in DC to delay hearings regarding legislation that would give two federally recognized Native American groups gaming rights in the Lone Star State....

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Wanted: Multibillion-Dollar Integrated Resort Casino Proposals in Yokohama Japan
October 18, 2019

Wanted: Multibillion-Dollar Integrated Resort Casino Proposals in Yokohama Japan

Integrated resort (IR) operators are officially welcome to submit casino concepts to city officials in Yokohama, Japan. Japan's second-most populated city announced this week that its request-for-concept (RFC) period is formally underway. Plans from casino...

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Kentucky Republicans Say Odds Long Casino Effort Will Prevail, Gaming Key Topic in Gubernatorial Campaign
October 18, 2019

Kentucky Republicans Say Odds Long Casino Effort Will Prevail, Gaming Key Topic in Gubernatorial Campaign

Two Kentucky Senate Republicans are warning Democratic gubernatorial candidate Andy Beshear that his effort to legalize casinos won't succeed. Senate President Robert Stivers and Majority Leader Damon Thayer – both Republicans in the GOP-controlled upper...

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Patrick Mahomes Injury Lengthens MVP Odds, Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl Chances
October 18, 2019

Patrick Mahomes Injury Lengthens MVP Odds, Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl Chances

Patrick Mahomes suffered a kneecap injury in the second quarter of Thursday night's road win over the Denver Broncos. His early exit and uncertainty moving forward has lengthened his Kansas City Chiefs' playoff and Super...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Police: Male Hard Rock Hollywood Gambler Drugged by Two Women, Victim Burglarized
October 17, 2019

Police: Male Hard Rock Hollywood Gambler Drugged by Two Women, Victim Burglarized

Police say Hard Rock Hollywood in Florida was the site of a crime last month that allegedly involved a male gambler being drugged and burglarized by two women who remain at large. The Broward County...

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Super Bowl MVP Desmond Howard Suggests NFL Referees Crooked, Calls for Investigation
October 17, 2019

Super Bowl MVP Desmond Howard Suggests NFL Referees Crooked, Calls for Investigation

Former Super Bowl MVP Desmond Howard says the NFL should investigate its referees after several bad calls have recently plagued the game and left fans outraged. The expansion of legal sports betting was heavily opposed...

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Macau Casino Smoking Ban Blamed for Dwindling VIP Play, Professor Says Gamblers Like Booze, Cigarettes
October 17, 2019

Macau Casino Smoking Ban Blamed for Dwindling VIP Play, Professor Says Gamblers Like Booze, Cigarettes

Macau casino VIP win dropped more than 22 percent in the third quarter compared to July, August, and September 2018, and one local gaming expert says the ban on smoking inside the gaming venues is...

Written by Devin O'Connor
Kansas City Chiefs Field Goal Favorite On Road Against AFC West Rival Denver Broncos
October 17, 2019

Kansas City Chiefs Field Goal Favorite On Road Against AFC West Rival Denver Broncos

The Kansas City Chiefs (4-2) are favored by three points on the road against the Denver Broncos (2-4) in a critical AFC West divisional showdown. The Broncos look to keep their momentum going, winning their...

Written by Devin O'Connor