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November 16, 2020
Casino City Times Weekly Newsletter
November 16, 2020 Latest From Our Strategy Experts | When hearing that a blackjack player split fives against a dealer's six, Grochowski explains that the correct play, according to basic strategy, is to double down, rather than split.
read more | | Featured StoryCommercial gaming revenue totaled $9.04 billion in Q3 2020, reaching 81% of Q3 2019's total and soaring 294% compared to the historic lows of Q2 that were caused by pandemic-driven casino closures, according to the American Gaming Association.
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 | The hybrid online and live version of the $10,000 No-Limit Hold'em World Championship will begin for international players on Sunday, 29 November and domestically on Sunday, 13 December.
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 | A three-week pause has been issued by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, which includes casinos closing down again, beginning on 18 November.
read more | Great Canadian Gaming Corporation suspended casino operations at Elements Casino Mohawk and Elements Casino Flamboro as of yesterday.
read more | Most popular casinos in Las Vegas have reopened since June. But with the pandemic still raging, a second round of casino closures is now taking place.
read more | The three Detroit casinos reported $101.4 million in monthly aggregate revenue in October while continuing to operate at 15% capacity due to COVID-19 health concerns.
read more | Live poker resumed at Rivers Casino last week with players and dealers required to wear face masks and tables limited to a maximum of seven players.
read more | Casino floor and gaming operations will remain open and uninterrupted, but indoor dining outlets will be closed from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
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 | In October, the Connecticut casino reported slot revenue of $26.1 million, down from the $27.6 million reported in September.
read more | Boyd Gaming players throughout the Las Vegas Valley won multiple jackpots of $10,000 or more in October at Aliante, The Orleans, Gold Coast, Suncoast, Sam’s Town, Cannery, California and Fremont.
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 | Rooms and suites at the new Las Vegas resort, located at the former home of the Hard Rock Casino Hotel, are available for stays beginning 15 January, the date of the scheduled grand opening.
read more | The Caesars Entertainment resort, located just off the Strip, will accommodate weekend stays, Thursday through Monday, while the gaming floor will be open seven days a week.
read more | The tournament will offer one-day and two-day events through 22 November while the property welcomes players back with a 28-table capacity, with eight players separated by plexiglass dividers.
read more | When booking a stay on 16 November through Cyber Monday, 30 November, travelers can take advantage of limited-time discounts, including 50% off of a five-night stay.
read more | The concepts coming to the property opening next summer will include a world-class nightclub and beach club, a social gaming bar, and an Asian-influenced dining venue.
read more | With fall Las Vegas weather here, guests will find choices perfect for people-watching, romantic spots that offer private enclaves, and relaxed décor for friendly meetups.
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 | October's sportsbook handle was more than $230 million in the state, with online betting generating 83.6%, or $193 million, up slightly from September.
read more | New Jersey's online and retail sportsbooks combined to break their own monthly all-jurisdiction record for the third consecutive month with $803.1 million in bets in October.
read more | The Virginia Lottery announced on Thursday that it is reviewing 25 applications for mobile sports betting permits submitted during the initial 15-31 October application period.
read more | Under the terms of the agreement, the Illinois racetrack will be rebranded as FanDuel Sportsbook and Horse Racing.
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Did You Know? Illinois sportsbook handle jumped 117.9% to $305.1 million in September compared to August, according to the state's gaming board's latest numbers, with mobile wagering accounting for $283 million of the total handle.
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