Grant Lucas, Author at PlayNY

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NY Sportsbooks Top Themselves In November With Record $2.1 Billion In Handle

After topping $2 billion in October, New York sportsbooks one-upped themselves in November with a record $2.1 billion in accepted bets.

Posted on: December 7, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

BetMGM ‘Eagerly Anticipating’ Legislation To Legalize NY Online Casinos

During a 2023 Business Update call, BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt said his company is "eagerly anticipating" the legalization of New York online casinos.

Posted on: December 6, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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NY Lottery Advises Against Gifting Tickets To Kids This Holiday Season

This holiday season, the New York Lottery is participating in the Gift Responsibly campaign by urging adults NOT to gift lottery tickets to children.

Posted on: December 5, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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Hochul: Seneca Compact Extension ‘Important Momentum’ For Longer-Term Deal

The Seneca Nation of Indians had its New York casino compact extended until March as officials work to lock down a longer-term deal.

Posted on: December 4, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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While Industry Nears Historic Total, Some NY Sportsbooks Still Look To Reach The Black

As New York sports betting continues on a historic pace, some NY sportsbooks still have yet to break even in regard to their licensing fees.

Posted on: December 2, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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Latest Queens Town Hall Shows More Support For Hard Rock Casino Near Citi Field

In her second town hall, Sen. Jessica Ramos indicated that she is "in no rush" to come to a decision on the future of a proposed New York casino in Queens.

Posted on: November 30, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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No Seneca Nation Gaming Compact ‘A Failure’ Of New York Governor’s Office

With the Seneca Nation gaming compact set to expire on Dec. 9, Sen. George Borrello has called the lack of a new deal "a failure of the governor's office."

Posted on: November 29, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

Future Of Sands NY Casino May Not Be Resolved For ‘Years’ Amid Legal Battle

A lawsuit challenging the 99-year lease agreement for Sands to operate a New York casino could keep the operator out of contention for a license.

Posted on: November 25, 2023 | | Grant Lucas

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October Was Great, But Could November Be Even Better For NY Sportsbooks?

New York became the first state to top $2 billion in monthly handle in October. An incredible feat by itself. But NY sports betting could do it again.

Posted on: November 24, 2023 | | Grant Lucas