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18 Fremont unveiled

Posted on December 10, 2018 by David McKee
Posted in Architecture, Derek Stevens, Downtown | 4 Comments

Vegas ranks high for New Year’s Eve; MGM Springfield initiates bus service

Posted on December 10, 2018 by David McKee

WalletHub is out with a New Year’s Eve survey that ranks Las Vegas as the fifth-best city in which to celebrate the holiday, New York City (of course) led the list, followed by Los Angeles, Atlanta (see, we need casinos … Continue reading →

Posted in Atlantic City, California, Connecticut, Foxwoods, Georgia, Japan, Lawrence Ho, Marketing, Massachusetts, Melco Resorts & Entertainment, MGM Resorts International, Mohegan Sun, New Hampshire, New York, Philippines, Problem gambling, Reno, Sports, The Strip, Transportation, Tribal | Comments Off on Vegas ranks high for New Year’s Eve; MGM Springfield initiates bus service

Ruffin over Miami; Satre to state Wynn’s case

Posted on December 10, 2018 by David McKee

“I look forward to entering the Miami gaming market through this acquisition. We have exciting plans for Casino Miami that we will be revealing in the near future.” With those words Phil Ruffin took possession of the $155 million casino, … Continue reading →

Posted in Election, Florida, International, Internet gambling, Las Vegas Sands, Macau, Massachusetts, MGM Resorts International, Mohegan Sun, New Jersey, New York, Phil Ruffin, Politics, Regulation, Seminole Tribe, Sexual misconduct, Sports betting, Steve Wynn, Wall Street, Wynn Resorts | Comments Off on Ruffin over Miami; Satre to state Wynn’s case

18 Fremont’s cover blown; Resorts World LV delayed yet again

Posted on December 10, 2018 by David McKee

Last week, Ryan Hess stole Derek Stevens‘ thunder, posting a stunning rendering for 18 Fremont on Twitter and linking to an EB-5 visa Web page that included more sexy pictures — six swimming pools — of the Stevens brothers’ upcoming … Continue reading →

Posted in Affinity Gaming, Ameristar, Architecture, Boyd Gaming, Caesars Entertainment, Dan Gilbert, Derek Stevens, Dining, Downtown, Eldorado Resorts, Full House Resorts, Genting, Indiana, International, Isle of Capri, Lucky Dragon, LVCVA, Majestic Star, Missouri, Ohio, Penn National, Steven Witkoff, The Strip, Tribal, Wall Street, Wynn Resorts | 1 Comment

MGM, Cordish clean up in Maryland; Pennsylvania a cash cow

Posted on December 7, 2018 by David McKee

It was another good month at MGM National Harbor, which grossed almost $2 million per day in November, an above-average take for the pleasure palace. Slots were up 15% (to $31 million) while table games leapt 46%, grossing $26 million. … Continue reading →

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Caesars Entertainment, Churchill Downs, Cordish Co., DFS, Economy, Eldorado Resorts, GLPI, Golden Gaming, Illinois, Internet gambling, Japan, Macau, Maryland, MGM Resorts International, New Jersey, Penn National, Pennsylvania, Rush Street Gaming, Sports betting, Taxes, Tourism, Transportation, Wall Street, West Virginia | Comments Off on MGM, Cordish clean up in Maryland; Pennsylvania a cash cow

Big Beaver and other Case Bets

Posted on December 6, 2018 by David McKee

Sands China has upped its capital commitment to Sands Cotai (aka The Londoner) as its Four Seasons is scheduled for a $450 million upgrade. The Sands Cotai makeover is now budgeted at $2.2 billion, a hefty vote of confidence in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Environment, Hard Rock International, Las Vegas Sands, Macau, MGM Resorts International, Pennsylvania, Transportation | 1 Comment

Resorts World LV delayed (again); Lady Gaga reigns supreme

Posted on December 6, 2018 by David McKee

Resorts World Las Vegas has reached the 39th of a projected 60 floors. However, Genting Group is cautiously hedging its bet, telling Credit Suisse analyst Cameron McKnight the resort will be finished “by 2020,” not late 2019, as stated previously. Somehow … Continue reading →

Posted in CityCenter, Derek Stevens, Downtown, Dubai, Economy, Entertainment, Genting, Macau, MGM Resorts International, Wall Street | 2 Comments

Casino comes to Arkansas; Luxury comes at a cost

Posted on December 5, 2018 by David McKee

That was quick. Downstream Development Authority, a branch of the Quapaw Tribe, has been tapped by local officials to develop a casino in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. If you think the decision precipitate, don’t worry: The Quapaw have been doing outreach … Continue reading →

Posted in Arkansas, Caesars Entertainment, Connecticut, Economy, Illinois, Internet gambling, Macau, Marketing, MGM Resorts International, New York, Politics, Sports betting, Technology, Tribal, West Virginia | Comments Off on Casino comes to Arkansas; Luxury comes at a cost

Quote of the Day

Posted on December 4, 2018 by David McKee

“We’re actually offended by that concept. Our whole business model is based on integrity. We don’t feel we need to pay a fee to do what we do every single day. But we are willing to pay and pay well for … Continue reading →

Posted in Baseball, MGM Resorts International, Sports, Sports betting | 2 Comments

Case Bets

Posted on December 3, 2018 by David McKee

Taking its own sweet time, Hard Rock Atlantic City will finally have a sports book in early 2019. Malta-based Gaming Innovation Group has been tapped to handle the nuts and bolts. The lack of sports betting in what should be … Continue reading →

Posted in Atlantic City, Caesars Entertainment, California, Centaur Gaming, Hard Rock International, history, Indiana, Macau, Majestic Star, New Mexico, Sports betting, Tourism, Transportation, Tribal | Comments Off on Case Bets

Quote of the Day

Posted on December 3, 2018 by David McKee

“It started out to give a man a back rub, but in many cases it turned into something far worse than that, elevated to a serious crime, in some cases sexual batteries.” — former Palm Beach police chief Michael Reiter, … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Day

Posted on December 2, 2018 by David McKee

“I don’t do odds.” — failed casino owner Donald Trump.

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Station loses again; Starwood data raided

Posted on November 30, 2018 by David McKee

Station Casinos continues to be at cross-purposes with the National Labor Relations Board. Its latest misstep was stonewalling the Culinary Union with regard to labor talks at Green Valley Ranch. NLRB Chairman John Ring ruled, “By failing and refusing since … Continue reading →

Posted in Arizona, Culinary Union, Donald Trump, Economy, Macau, Station Casinos, Taxes, Technology, Transportation, Tribal, Wall Street, Wisconsin | 1 Comment

Quote of the Day

Posted on November 30, 2018 by David McKee

“Protecting vulnerable consumers is our prime concern, and it must be the priority for gambling operators too. There are robust requirements to safeguard players and prevent money-laundering which all businesses must adhere to if they wish to operate in the British … Continue reading →

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Scratch one casino; Adios, Megabus

Posted on November 29, 2018 by David McKee

Tunica continues to hemorrhage casinos. The latest casualty is Tunica Roadhouse. Owner Caesars Entertainment is terminating gambling at the property, although the 135-room hotel will be kept operational. This makes Horseshoe Tunica Caesars’ only remaining casino in the market. The move … Continue reading →

Posted in AGA, Arizona, Arkansas, Caesars Entertainment, Eldorado Resorts, Election, Hard Rock International, International, MGM Resorts International, Mississippi, Mohegan Sun, Movies, Regulation, Sports betting, Tilman Fertitta, Transportation, Trump Entertainment Resorts, Wynn Resorts | 2 Comments

Las Vegas approaches record height; José Andres hailed

Posted on November 29, 2018 by David McKee

Despite stagnant revenues on the Las Vegas Strip, the state of Nevada is enjoying its best year for gaming revenue in a decade. This is translating to leading economic indicators such as home prices (up 5%) and consumer confidence (6% … Continue reading →

Posted in Arizona, Baseball, Charity, Dining, Economy, International, Massachusetts, MGM Resorts International, Nevada, Sports, Sports betting, The Strip, Wynn Resorts | Comments Off on Las Vegas approaches record height; José Andres hailed

MGM teams with MLB; Brass Ass gets bigger

Posted on November 28, 2018 by David McKee

MGM Resorts International continues to rack up partnerships with the major sporting leagues, the latest being Major League Baseball. The American Gaming Association‘s Sara Slane was understandably giddy at the news. “Agreements between sports leagues and the gaming industry enable … Continue reading →

Posted in Colorado, Eldorado Resorts, International, Internet gambling, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, PokerStars, Sports betting, West Virginia | 1 Comment

Uncle Sam wants your sports bet; Strip outperforms Nevada

Posted on November 27, 2018 by David McKee

Credit Suisse analyst Cameron McKnight had an ominous take on sports betting, as regards federal intervention and “integrity fees.” “Federal action on sports betting sounds more likely, though our contacts disagree on scope,” he warned, adding, “On integrity fees, we … Continue reading →

Posted in Boulder Strip, DFS, Downtown, Economy, Illinois, Lake Tahoe, Laughlin, Mandalay Bay Massacre, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Las Vegas, Sports betting, The Strip, Transportation, Wall Street | Comments Off on Uncle Sam wants your sports bet; Strip outperforms Nevada

Sin City still sinful; Pot comes to the Strip

Posted on November 26, 2018 by David McKee

Las Vegas beat out Los Angeles by a comfortable margin to nab the top spot on WalletHub‘s survey of America‘s most-sinful cities, a category dominated by such activities as pathological gambling and smoking. Casino-enhanced cities dominated the list, with North … Continue reading →

Posted in Arizona, CityCenter, Cordish Co., Detroit, DFS, Dubai, Election, Florida, Galaxy Entertainment, Georgia, Greenwood Racing, Japan, Macau, Marijuana, MGM Resorts International, Missouri, North Las Vegas, Pansy Ho, Pennsylvania, Regulation, Slot routes, Société des Bains de Mer, Sports betting, Taxes, The Strip | Comments Off on Sin City still sinful; Pot comes to the Strip

Quote of the Day

Posted on November 26, 2018 by David McKee

“They feel they have been mistreated, and no one in the state seems to care.” — former California gaming regulator Richard Schuetz on tribal litigation to stop ‘banked’ games in the Golden State’s card rooms.

Posted in California, Regulation, Tribal | Comments Off on Quote of the Day