Derek Helling, Author at Play MA

Massachusetts Puts Drive-Thru Kentucky Derby Betting Into Gear

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission opened the door for Plainridge Park to offer drive-thru Kentucky Derby betting on its property this year.

Posted on: August 27, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Restrictions At Massachusetts Casinos Lead To Restricted Revenue

The numbers are out on Massachusetts July casino revenue, and as expected, the restrictions including a lack of table games diminished returns.

Posted on: August 24, 2020 | | Derek Helling

After A Dramatic Game Four Win, Sportsbooks Favor Bruins To Move On Wednesday

The latest Bruins NHL playoff odds favor them to finish off the Carolina Hurricanes in the fifth game of the series on Wednesday.

Posted on: August 18, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Massachusetts Gamblers Still Won’t Get A Seat At Table Games

There will be no change to existing restrictions barring Massachusetts casino table games after the MA Gaming Commission ruled on the subject Thursday.

Posted on: August 14, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Bruins, Celtics And Red Sox Action Signals Prolific DFS, Sportsbook Plays

With the Bruins, Celtics and Red Sox all in action, Boston sports fans have their pick of daily fantasy and sportsbook promotions.

Posted on: August 5, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Barring An Extension, Massachusetts Sports Betting Bill Dead

While the Massachusetts House passed a bill that included sports betting, it will most likely fall short unless legislators agree to extend the session.

Posted on: July 30, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Light At End Of The Tunnel: MA Legislature May Hasten Sports Betting Legalization

After a back and forth spring, MA sports betting legalization could once again be a possibility this year in the latest move out of Boston.

Posted on: July 24, 2020 | | Derek Helling

MGM’s New Capital Might Influence MA Sports Betting Legalization

A second round of MGM investment gives BetMGM new working capital, which might be used to lobby for the legalization of sports betting in Massachusetts.

Posted on: July 9, 2020 | | Derek Helling

DraftKings Sportsbook Adjusts Odds After Patriots Sign Cam Newton

The New England Patriots' signing of Cam Newton has given DraftKings cause to adjust many of its lines for the upcoming NFL season.

Posted on: June 30, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Travelers Championship Presents Loaded Field For Golf Bettors

The PGA Tour returns to the Northeast with several legitimate contenders in this weekend's Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands in Connecticut.

Posted on: June 23, 2020 | | Derek Helling

Derek Helling

Massachusetts Puts Drive-Thru Kentucky Derby Betting Into Gear

Restrictions At Massachusetts Casinos Lead To Restricted Revenue

After A Dramatic Game Four Win, Sportsbooks Favor Bruins To Move On Wednesday

Massachusetts Gamblers Still Won’t Get A Seat At Table Games

Bruins, Celtics And Red Sox Action Signals Prolific DFS, Sportsbook Plays

Barring An Extension, Massachusetts Sports Betting Bill Dead

Light At End Of The Tunnel: MA Legislature May Hasten Sports Betting Legalization

MGM’s New Capital Might Influence MA Sports Betting Legalization

DraftKings Sportsbook Adjusts Odds After Patriots Sign Cam Newton

Travelers Championship Presents Loaded Field For Golf Bettors

Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker Signs Sports Betting Bill Into Law

Boston Red Sox Won’t Get Sportsbook, Still Happy With MA Sports Betting Potential

Massachusetts Regulators Preach Patience For Sports Betting Launch

Lawmakers Go All Night To Pass Massachusetts Sports Betting Bill

Teams Seek ‘Preferential Treatment’ With Massachusetts Sports Betting Licenses

Sports Betting Could Revive Massachusetts Horse Racing Industry

Massachusetts Casinos Hit Nearly $99 Million In Revenue For July

Massachusetts To Study Sports Betting Kiosks At Bars, Restaurants

Why Massachusetts Sports Teams Aren’t Getting Sports Betting Licenses

Regulators Now On The Clock For Massachusetts Sports Betting