Legal Sports Betting Now Live In Michigan As Detroit Casinos Kick Things Off

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Written By Matt Burke on March 11, 2020Last Updated on October 9, 2020
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Michigan now offers live and legal sports betting.

At 1 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, Greektown Casino and MGM Grand Detroit made history by becoming the first two sportsbooks in Detroit to accept legal sports bets.

On Tuesday, the Michigan Gaming Control Board granted approval to the two Detroit casinos.

On Thursday, the launch of MotorCity Casino, in collaboration with FanDuel Sportsbook, is set to take place.

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Detroit sports legends launch the books

On Wednesday, the launch of MGM Grand Detroit was greatly supported by Jerome Bettis, Tommy Hearns, Dino Ciccarelli, Lomas Brown, and James Edwards.

Mateen Cleaves and Lem Barney were present at Greektown.

On Wednesday, MotorCity made a significant announcement that Barry Sanders will be joining to kickstart FanDuel Sportsbook.

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MotorCity ready to roll

On Wednesday, FanDuel and MotorCity made an announcement stating their plans to open a day after Greektown and MGM Grand.

The newly named FanDuel Sportsbook at MotorCity Casino is scheduled to open on Thursday at 10 a.m. With an impressive total of six betting windows and an astounding 54 sports betting kiosks, the sportsbook is sure to provide an exceptional experience for its patrons.

Bruce Dall, president of MotorCity Casino, expressed our commitment to revolutionize the guest experience for the past twenty years. We have consistently pushed boundaries by offering innovative entertainment, top-notch luxury hotel accommodations, and exhilarating gaming activities. Dall believes that our partnership with FanDuel will take this dedication to a whole new level. With FanDuel, our guests will have the opportunity to engage with their beloved sports in an exciting and dynamic manner, all within the confines of Detroit’s sole locally-owned and operated casino.

MotorCity will have all services related to sports wagers overseen by FanDuel.

Matt King, CEO of FanDuel Group, expressed his admiration for Detroit as a remarkable sports hub, often referred to as the ‘City of Champions’. He mentioned that expanding their presence nationwide and introducing the premier sportsbook of America to more customers aligns perfectly with their goals. Detroit possesses all the attributes they seek, including a leading casino operation and a dedicated and enthusiastic fanbase in the Midwest. The developments unfolding in Detroit are exhilarating, and the company is eagerly anticipating their venture into the Motor City.

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Plenty of variety

Within the next year, it is anticipated that all of the state’s remaining 22 casinos will have legal sports betting in operation.

The casinos in Michigan that are expected to open their sportsbooks next, as reported by the Detroit News, include Little River Casino and Resort in Manistee (expected soon), Northern Waters Casino Resort in Watersmeet (expected soon), Saganing Eagles Landing Casino in Standish (expected soon), Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort in Mt. Pleasant (expected soon), Kings Club Casino in Brimley (expected in July), Leelanau Sands Casino in Suttons Bay (expected in September), and Turtle Creek Casino and Hotel in Williamsburg (expected in September).

In the upcoming weeks, the Gun Lake Casino in Wayland plans to introduce the Gun Lake Casino Sportsbook, gradually bringing it into operation. Parx, a well-known casino based in Philadelphia, will provide the technology behind Gun Lake’s sports betting options.

The first sportsbook of Gun Lake will be situated in the Stage 131 entertainment area of the casino.

Jose Flores, Vice President and General Manager of Gun Lake Casino, expressed his determination to provide the best possible initial experience to both our casino guests and all residents of Michigan with these exciting new entertainment options. He shared this sentiment during an interview with ABC 13 in Grand Rapids.

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