Grant Lucas, Author at PlayNY

New York Mets celebrate beating Philadelphia Phillies to reach NLCS.

Aimless To Amazin’: New York Mets Defying All Betting Odds In Quest For World Series

They were winless. They were counted out. Now the New York Mets are close to the World Series. How did they get here? With plenty of magic.

Posted on: October 17, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin celebrates against Jacksonville Jaguars

Return Of NFL Helps NY Sportsbooks Nearly Set Monthly Handle Record Of Over $2 Billion

With the NFL's return came a near-record-setting month for sportsbooks in New York, which becomes the second state to cross $50 billion in lifetime handle.

Posted on: October 16, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Exterior of Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel in Salamanca.

Three Western New York Cities To Receive Much-Needed Financial Aid From Seneca

Thanks to the tribe holding 25% of slot revenue in an escrow account, the Seneca Nation will be providing some financial aid to its host municipalities.

Posted on: October 15, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Rendering of proposed downstate New York casino on Coney Island.

Opponents Voice Concern Over Proposed NY Casino Development On Coney Island

Opponents of a proposed Coney Island casino made their voices heard this week, but supporters emphasized the value such a project would bring to the area.

Posted on: October 10, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Resorts World Las Vegas and how it relates to New York casino licensing.

Fitch: ‘Reputational Risk’ Of Resorts World Name Could Affect NY Casino License Aspirations

The ratings agency Fitch made note that the complaint against Resorts World Las Vegas has "possible effects" on Resorts World NYC's downstate licensing bid.

Posted on: October 7, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Exterior of Resorts World New York City casino

Legal Troubles Surrounding Resorts World, Wynn May Affect Potential Downstate NY Casino Licensing

The New York State Gaming Commission emphasized that it will consider legal indiscretions of several downstate casino bidders when it comes to licensing.

Posted on: October 1, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers after a loss to the Denver Broncos.

Upset-Filled First 4 Weeks Of NFL Season Have Led To Big Numbers For NY Sportsbooks

Underdogs have fared quite well through the first quarter of the 2024 NFL season. As a result, New York sportsbooks have put up big revenue numbers.

Posted on: September 30, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Back To Nine: ESPN Bet Soft Launches In New York With ‘Official Rollout’ Set For Friday

After months of anticipation, and just days after regulatory approval, ESPN Bet makes its New York sports betting debut.

Posted on: September 26, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

Hand holding phone with ESPN Bet Sportsbook

State Regulators Sign Off On ESPN Bet, Which Could Soft Launch Before Weekend

The New York State Gaming Commission approved the Penn Entertainment acquisition of WynnBet, clearing the way for ESPN Bet to go live in the Empire State.

Posted on: September 23, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

New York Regulators To Consider ESPN Bet Launch During Monday Meeting

The final hurdle for the New York sports betting launch of ESPN Bet will take place Sept. 23 during a meeting of the New York State Gaming Commission.

Posted on: September 20, 2024 | | Grant Lucas

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Aimless To Amazin’: New York Mets Defying All Betting Odds In Quest For World Series

Return Of NFL Helps NY Sportsbooks Nearly Set Monthly Handle Record Of Over $2 Billion

Three Western New York Cities To Receive Much-Needed Financial Aid From Seneca

Opponents Voice Concern Over Proposed NY Casino Development On Coney Island

Fitch: ‘Reputational Risk’ Of Resorts World Name Could Affect NY Casino License Aspirations

Legal Troubles Surrounding Resorts World, Wynn May Affect Potential Downstate NY Casino Licensing

Upset-Filled First 4 Weeks Of NFL Season Have Led To Big Numbers For NY Sportsbooks

Back To Nine: ESPN Bet Soft Launches In New York With ‘Official Rollout’ Set For Friday

State Regulators Sign Off On ESPN Bet, Which Could Soft Launch Before Weekend

New York Regulators To Consider ESPN Bet Launch During Monday Meeting

Downstate New York Casino Bids Clear Key Hurdle

MGM Resorts Backs Out of Consideration for Downstate New York Casino

Two Downstate Casino Bids Advance After Manhattan Proposals Rejected

New York Lawmaker Pushes Sweeps Ban to Pave Way for Online Casinos

Resorts World, Bally’s Casino Projects Receive Strong Community Backing at Hearings