How to Play Baccarat: The Mysterious Game of the Far East
While Baccarat seems very complicated, it’s one of the simplest games in the casino. Follow these basics for your best chance to beat the house.
Arkansas Derby Replaces Kentucky Derby As May’s Big Race
This year marks the first time since 1945 that the Kentucky Derby won’t go off as planned on the first Saturday in May. Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, the famed Run for the Roses has been pushed back to September 5. But Oaklawn Park—or Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort, in Hot Springs, Arkansas—has moved in to […]
Caesars, MGM Taking May 1 Reservations in Las Vegas
Several of Las Vegas’ largest casinos have begun taking hotel reservations for May 1, despite a recent statement from Governor Steve Sisolak that he’s not ready to begin relaxing the Covid-19 restrictions that have all but shut down the state’s economy. It was reported last week that resorts operated by Caesars Entertainment and MGM Resorts […]
Colorado Sportsbooks Could Rival Nevada, NJ
When Colorado’s sportsbooks begin operating, they could rival the sports wagering operations in New Jersey and Nevada. Practically speaking, no one expects much sportsbook activity until pro sports return. But with or without action, Colorado sports betting is set to launch May 1. New Jersey, which challenged the federal law that banned sports betting in […]
Las Vegas Sands Affirms Expansion Plans
The impact of the coronavirus has closed integrated resorts owned by Las Vegas Sands in Las Vegas, Macau and Singapore. As a result, said Chairman and CEO Sheldon Adelson, the company will cancel its dividend program, which last year yielded $2.37 billion—$1.22 billion for Adelson himself, as the company’s largest shareholder. “I am known for […]
Virginia Gaming Hits a Speedbump
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam recently asked legislators to delay a measure that would ban unregulated “gray” gambling machines, which have steadily proliferated in restaurants, bars and convenience stores around the state. According to Northam, with the effect of Covid-19 on the economy, it’s better to tax the machines and use the revenue to help small […]
AGA, Lawmakers Protest Gaming’s Omission from SBA Relief
The American Gaming Association is calling foul on Small Business Administration (SBA) guidelines that make it almost impossible for a significant part of the economy to qualify for forgivable loans, meant to provide assistance to businesses hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. These loans are part of the $2.2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Review, and Economic Security […]
Pennsylvania Casinos Waiting on State’s OK to Reopen
On April 16, President Donald Trump and his team unveiled a multi-phase plan to restart the economy. Where the casino industry fits in with that plan remains to be sorted out. In the case of Pennsylvania, reopening is in the hands of Governor Tom Wolf. Unlike Atlantic City, where nine casinos fall within a 48-block […]
BetMGM’s ‘Trivial’ Twist on iGaming
If you love Trivial Pursuit, Jeopardy! and other quiz-style games, you’re going to love Trivia Quiz, offered daily and for free at BetMGM.com. The trivia tests, from BetMGM and Irish sports game provider SportCaller, are a fun diversion for most adults who remain shut in at home. Best of all, though the games are 100% […]
Tropicana, Virgin—Great Games, Cash Promos & Community Jackpots
If you’ve ever set foot on Atlantic City’s fabled Boardwalk, you know the name Tropicana. The casino resort, which first opened in 1981, is one of AC’s most popular in-person destinations, a tropically themed palace with some of the best restaurants and entertainment in town—all with a Cuban vibe, right down to the palm trees […]
New Online Slot Review: Rakin’ Bacon!
Thousands of slot games are available online, including many of the titles you’ve enjoyed at land-based casinos. In this recurring iGaming Player feature, we give you specifics on the top games available on New Jersey’s iGaming sites. See below for some basic definitions. But first, here are a couple of top online games from top […]
Props Are Tops at NFL Draft Party
As we head into Thursday’s NFL Draft, it’s a foregone conclusion that Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Joe Burrow of LSU will be picked by the Cincinnati Bengals. Then, defensive end Chase Young of Ohio State will be taken second, by the Washington Redskins. No brainers, both. Then, all fun may break loose. All it takes is […]
