Derek Helling is a freelance journalist who resides in Kansas City, Mo. He is a 2013 graduate of the University of Iowa and covers the intersections of sports with business and the law.
As 2020 begins, one Massachusetts casino appears intent on making its second year better than its first. A change at an MGM Springfield executive post might work toward that goal. Chris Kelley has replaced Mike Mathis as the president and COO at the casino. Kelley now faces the task of improving upon the returns at […] Read More
A change at the top for the Massachusetts Gaming Commission should be a sign for everyone in the Bay State. The MGC executive director leaving that post for a private-sector job is news because of what his new duties will entail. There may not be any activity in the Legislature in Massachusetts, but that doesn’t […] Read More
The brand new MGM Resorts East Coast Poker Tour will spread over several of the brand's properties on the East Coast, including MGM Springfield. Read More
MGM Springfield President Mike Mathis made his stance clear in a recent radio interview: It's time for Massachusetts to embrace sports betting legalization. Read More
The numbers for Massachusetts November casino revenue could have been far worse if not for a strong showing in slots at Encore Boston Harbor. Read More
Four New England Patriots players made the DraftKings All-Decade team of NFL fantasy giants from 2012-2019, but still no sports betting in Massachusetts. Read More