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Steve Wynn, Commie stooge?; Resorts World LV jumps shark

Posted on May 18, 2022 by David McKee

If there’s one thing Steve Wynn loves almost as much as money (and women to whom he is not married) it’s the Red Chinese. He’s been warbling sweet nothings about them ever since he got a gig in Macao as … Continue reading →

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Penn’s Portnoy problem; Unexpected winners, losers in Pennsylvania; Mega-Jottings

Posted on March 18, 2022 by David McKee

That ongoing bromance between Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy and Penn National Gaming CEO Jay Snowden is prompting regulatory scrutiny in Indiana and even Nevada, especially as Penn girds its loins for a full Barstool buyout. That would bring the … Continue reading →

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Casinos continue to thrive; Crooks, liars and losers

Posted on February 11, 2022 by David McKee

There’s no “supply chain” issue when it comes to dollars flowing into American casinos. Take Missouri, for instance. Casino revenue sprang 15.5% over 2019 last month, for a statewide take of $145.5 million. Actual visitation was down 2o% but per-visitor … Continue reading →

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Mixed signals in Pennsylvania; Atlantic City casinos get their wish

Posted on December 21, 2021 by David McKee

Despite fewer weekends than in 2019, Pennsylvania casino revenues nudged up 3% last month, albeit not a same-store comparison, what with three new casinos having opened in the interim (that would make it -9%). Slots won $185.5 million and table … Continue reading →

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If at first you don’t succeed … sue; Academy Awards odds posted

Posted on December 20, 2021 by David McKee

It’s a tried and true adage of American life that if you can’t get what you want fair and square, take it to court. Case in point: Full House Resorts. Having lost out on the Indiana Gaming Commission‘s selection of … Continue reading →

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