Steve Ruddock, Author at Play MA

What To Expect When Wynn Boston Harbor Opens

A look at the dining, entertainment, and gambling options at the Wynn Boston Harbor Casino in Everett, Massachusetts. The casino will open in June 2019.

Posted on: December 12, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock

MA Treasurer Sounds The Alarm: Expect Lottery Revenue To Decline

MA Treasurer Deb Goldberg warned the legislature to expect declining lottery revenueover the next two years. Online sales could offset the decline though.

Posted on: December 8, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock

Is MGM Scrapping Its Plans For A Connecticut Casino?

MGM CEO Jim Murren put a proposed CT casino in limbo when he said MGM was shifting its focus to rehabbing existing properties rather than new constructions.

Posted on: November 28, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock

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What To Do And What To Play At Plainridge Park Casino

A complete rundown of the dining, entertainment, and gambling options at Plainridge Park Casino in Plainville, Massachusetts.

Posted on: November 23, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock

Mashpee Wampanoag Has A Lot Of Casino Checks It Can’t Cash

As it waits for the Interior Department to decide if it can build a casino the Mashpee Wampanoag is finding itself buried under a mountain of debt.

Posted on: November 15, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock

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Basically No One In Maine Wanted Another Casino

Mainers went to the polls to decide if a third casino was in the cards. When the votes were counted it wasn't close. The referendum failed by 66 points.

Posted on: November 9, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock

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Horse Racing Seeks Shelter Under Massachusetts Gaming Commission Umbrella

The horse racing industry is bullish on Massachusetts, provided a piece of legislation that would give more authority to the Gaming Commission passes.

Posted on: November 3, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock

Here’s Why The Tribes Should Reconsider Their Stance On MGM Bridgeport

It sounds counter-intuitive, but a commercial casino in Connecticut might be a good thing for the state's two tribal casino operators.

Posted on: October 25, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock

Does Maine Governor Care More About Churchill Downs Than His Own State?

As the November 7 referendum vote draws near, powerful voices in Maine are speaking out for and against a proposed third casino in York County.

Posted on: October 24, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock

When It Comes To Wynn Boston Harbor, Big Isn’t Good Enough

Plainridge Park was the first Massachusetts casino to open its doors, but it will be dwarfed by Wynn Boston Harbor when it opens in June 2019.

Posted on: October 20, 2017 | | Steve Ruddock

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Posts by Steve Ruddock:

What To Expect When Wynn Boston Harbor Opens

MA Treasurer Sounds The Alarm: Expect Lottery Revenue To Decline

Is MGM Scrapping Its Plans For A Connecticut Casino?

What To Do And What To Play At Plainridge Park Casino

Mashpee Wampanoag Has A Lot Of Casino Checks It Can’t Cash

Basically No One In Maine Wanted Another Casino

Horse Racing Seeks Shelter Under Massachusetts Gaming Commission Umbrella

Here’s Why The Tribes Should Reconsider Their Stance On MGM Bridgeport

Does Maine Governor Care More About Churchill Downs Than His Own State?

When It Comes To Wynn Boston Harbor, Big Isn’t Good Enough

Expert: Massachusetts Will Move ‘Slowly’ To Legalize Online Casinos

Kevin Garnett: From NBA Superstar To BetMGM Sports Betting Icon

PlayMA Projects 5% Market Share For Fanatics In MA, Far Behind DraftKings & FanDuel

Online Lottery ‘Probably Inevitable’ In Massachusetts, Says Industry Expert

MA Bettors Bet 13% More On Celtics Game 7 Than Any Other 2023 NBA Game

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