Kevin Shelly, Author at Play Pennsylvania

Expect Delays: Penn National Barstool App Launch, Mini-Casinos Pushed Back

Tucked into a Q&A on its Thursday earnings call, Penn National revealed a new launch target for the Barstool Sports app in PA.

Posted on: August 6, 2020 | Kevin Shelly

PA Gaming Review: Sports Betting Roars Back, Wind Creek Makes 10 Online Casinos

It's been a busy week for the PA online betting market, with sportsbooks showering bettors with promos to celebrate the return of major sports.

Posted on: August 6, 2020 | Kevin Shelly

PA Gaming Review: Live! Casino Betting Apps, More Gambling Stocks on the Way

The online gambling market in PA is about to grow with the addition of a Live! sportsbook and casino as more gaming companies look to go public.

Posted on: July 29, 2020 | Kevin Shelly

Live! Casino Bullish on PA Expansion With New Executive VP Joe Billhimer at the Helm

The newly appointed executive vice president of Live! casinos in Pennsylvania shared retail and online gambling launch plans with PlayPA.

Posted on: July 27, 2020 | Kevin Shelly

PA Congressman, AGA Push to Repeal ‘Antiquated Federal Taxes’ on Legal Sportsbooks

PA Congressman Guy Reschenthaler is part of a bipartisan effort to repeal two federal taxes on legal sportsbooks — taxes the AGA deems "antiquated."

Posted on: July 27, 2020 | Kevin Shelly

Rushing to Wall Street: Rush Street Looks to Follow PA Gaming Public Stock Trend

Following the current trend among PA online gambling companies, Rush Street Interactive reportedly is looking to go public through a SPAC, a la DraftKings.

Posted on: July 24, 2020 | Kevin Shelly

Presque Isle Downs Bringing Up the Rear, Last PA Track Ready to Reopen July 27

Thoroughbred racing at Presque Isle Downs finally gets back on track Monday, July 27, with a shortened meet and some key races missing from the schedule.

Posted on: July 24, 2020 | Kevin Shelly

At US Senate Hearing, Pitt AD Pleads for Ban on College Sports Wagering

AGA president Bill Miller highlighted the need for consumer protections and transparency that comes with legal betting on college sports.

Posted on: July 22, 2020 | Kevin Shelly

PA Gaming Review: All Casinos Now Open, Online Gambling Still King in Revenue

This week in PA gaming: a DraftKings casino app, new operators preparing to enter the online casino market and another strong month for iGaming revenue.

Posted on: July 22, 2020 | Kevin Shelly

Ducks in a Row: Golden Nugget and BetMGM Ready to Dive Into PA Online Casino Market

MGM and Golden Nugget are both pursuing final approval to launch online casino products in Pennsylvania as the state's only two qualified gaming entities.

Posted on: July 21, 2020 | Kevin Shelly