Future Of Fixed Odds On Horse Race Betting In Jersey Becomes Murky
NJ’s effort to offer exchange wagering on horse racing in the U.S. comes to an end on Oct. 1 when Betfair exits the stage – or does it?
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John Brennan
John Brennan has covered NJ and NY sports business and gaming since 2002 and was a Pulitzer Prize Finalist in 2008, while reporting for The Bergen County Record.
Cherry Hill Sportsbook Legal Battle Going Dormant — For Now, Anyway
A judge ruled to dismiss the case over a possible sportsbook in Cherry Hill “without prejudice,” meaning the court battle could resume later.
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Their Deal With DraftKings Revealed, Even The New York Giants Now Embrace Sports Betting
On Wednesday, the Giants made official an exclusive multi-year deal with DraftKings as its official sports betting, DFS, and iGaming partner.
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Ex-Borgata Executive Surrenders Phone in Legal Squabble Involving New Employer Ocean Casino
One aspect of the court feud between Borgata and Ocean Casino Resort is resolved, but there’s a long way to go.
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Record-Breaking $668 Million Sports Betting Month Helps Keep Atlantic City Casinos Afloat
Total gaming win was down a mere 7.5% compared to August 2019 thanks to reopened casinos and numerous online betting options.
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Atlantic City Casinos And NFL Action: Back To Normal, Almost
Despite mask requirements and capacity limits, NFL Sunday at the sportsbooks in Atlantic City didn’t look all that different from last year.
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Freehold Raceway Sportsbook Delayed — Again
New Jersey’s 11th brick-and-mortar sportsbook was supposed to begin taking bets this week, but the Freehold opening was quietly bumped back.
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Atlantic City Casinos Resume Dining And Drinking — But Not Smoking
Gov. Murphy reversed course on allowing gamblers to light up after public officials from both parties pointed out the additional COVID risks.
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Kentucky Derby In September? NJ Tracks Adjust In COVID-19 Year
Meadowlands Racetrack, Monmouth Park, and Freehold Raceway are all welcoming customers — with COVID-19 restrictions — on Derby Day.
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Horse Racing Doping Reform Effort Gains Momentum And Congressional Backing
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell puts his weight behind efforts to toughen oversight of racing industry’s safety standards.
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