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John G. Brokopp Gaming Guru - Page 15  Ploy to "Trick" Slot Machines Is a Lemon23 July 2008
The American Gaming Association (www.americangaming.org) published an interesting pamphlet several years ago titled "The House Advantage – A Guide to Understanding the Odds".
It explains to gamblers that "house advantage" means just that; casinos ALWAYS come out ahead, emphasizing ... (read more)
Harrah's Celebrating 15 Years in Joliet16 July 2008
It's a landmark year for Harrah's Joliet Casino & Hotel as the property celebrates 15 years of operation in the Southland of the greater Chicago area.
"May was our actual anniversary, and we celebrated with a huge outdoor event on the 15th," said Darren VanDover, senior vice-president and general manager. ... (read more)
Four Winds Casino Approaches First Anniversary9 July 2008
This August will mark the first anniversary of the grand opening of Four Winds Casino Resort in the scenic resort town of New Buffalo, Michigan.
In a relatively short period of time, the property, which is managed by Lakes Entertainment for the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians, ... (read more)
Misinformation about Slot Machines Abounds2 July 2008
The majority of people who play slots know very little about the operation of the machines, the computer programs that drive them, and the economics of the games.
This fact is through no fault of their own, because casinos operators, quite frankly, are content to keep it that way. ... (read more)
Shuffle Up and Tee Off25 June 2008
The World Series of Golf, a unique athletic competition that combines the wagering format of Texas Hold'em Poker with the skill of golf, is gathering momentum on the world sports stage.
Following a successful launch in 2007, the 2nd annual World Series of Golf, pitting outstanding ... (read more)
Boyd Gaming Takes Blue Chip to the Next Level18 June 2008
Less than three years after making a $170-million investment in a new gaming vessel for Blue Chip Casino Hotel, Boyd Gaming is in the home stretch of a $130 million expansion for the Michigan City, Indiana property.
The ambitious project is headlined by a 22-story, 302-room hotel ... (read more)
Are Craps Don't Bettors Really "The Bad Guys"?11 June 2008
Have you ever seen a player smile when a blackjack dealer gets 21? I know that I never have.
When the dealer gets "blackjack" (a 2-card 21), there's no way to win. Only players who also have blackjack will "push" (tie). If the dealer draws to 21, the only way to win is to have a ... (read more)
How to Win at Slots? Do the Math!4 June 2008
Using strategy implies that you are seeking to gain an advantage that hopefully will lead to victory. If that's the case, there is no strategy for playing the slots.
Slot machines are programmed to guarantee a profit for the casino owners. There's no way around it and there's no way to beat them. ... (read more)
Slot Payback Percentage Based on Max Coin Play28 May 2008
When you sit down to gamble on a slot machine and play less than maximum coins per spin, you're not taking full advantage of that particular machine's programmed long-term payback percentage.
Those are the findings of renowned slot machine expert, John Robison, author of the book ... (read more)
Kentucky Derby puts horse racing in gambling spotlight21 May 2008
The 134th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 3, served as a reminder of how close the very different worlds of casino entertainment and horse racing have become.
Eleven horse racing states currently have active "racino" operations. Many other states are ... (read more)
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