BetMGM now official gaming partner of Detroit Tigers

March 31, 2021
By

Operator will get signage at Comerica Park, sponsored presence on team’s digital channels.

Sports betting and digital gaming operatorBetMGM on Wednesday said it has signed a multi-year sponsorship agreement to become an official gaming partner of Major League Baseball’s Detroit Tigers.

Per the deal, the terms of which were not announced, the Tigers will feature BetMGM branding on scoreboards throughout Comerica Park, including on the out-of-town scoreboard and the speed pitch LED board.

BetMGM will be integrated across the Tigers' digital and social platforms, including the MLB Ballpark App.

In addition, the team said there will be fan-focused promotions, integrated social media content and more.

“We are excited to expand our relationship with BetMGM to feature the Detroit Tigers and Comerica Park,” Peter Kent, SVP of corporate partnerships for Ilitch Sports and Entertainment, said in a statement. “Our fans will enjoy the enhancements this partnership provides to their experience, both at the ballpark and in rooting on the Tigers from home.”

BetMGM’s chief revenue officer Matt Prevost added, “From day one, it has been a priority for us to develop deep relationships with Michigan’s beloved sports teams. We look forward to our partnership with the Detroit Tigers and engaging with their fan base to offer best-in-class promotions and benefits only available on BetMGM.”

David Tsai, president, Midwest Group, MGM Resorts added: “The Detroit Tigers are a central part of the Michigan sports scene and bring an undeniable energy to the city. MGM Grand Detroit is ready to welcome Tigers and sports betting fans to our BetMGM Sports Lounge before, during and after games for an innovative and exciting experience.”

State-by-State

Product Spotlight

CasinoTrac

CasinoTrac is reducing handpay downtime by nearly 90% with SlotSUITE's Self-Pay & W-2 G printing at the slot machine.
GA HUDDLE #086

Michael Hershman - Dispelling casino 'myths:' New York needs to lose fear of the unknown

Michael Hershman, CEO of the Soloviev Group, joins Tim Poole on the Huddle to put forward his case that the Freedom Plaza is the way to go for one of New York's casino licences. He fields a variety of questions - not shying away from any of them - on why 'myths' about casinos and a fear of the unknown should be dispelled, as well as acknowledging the strength of rival bids and discussing opposition to the project.
GA HUDDLE #085

Christian Smith - Slot machines a "beautiful intersection of psychology and mathematics"

Bluberi's Christian Smith speaks to Gaming America in an enlightening Huddle. Topics include: the 'Australification' of US gambling, the blending of psychology and mathematics, and the rising trend of three-pot fillers.

As the Tribal gaming sector congregates once more in the Golden State, is it too cliché of me to suggest we are heading for a golden era of Tribal gaming? With the industry set to meet at the Indian Gaming Association t...

10-11-From-the-top
From The Top: Will youth be served by Sports Betting?
Two recent interviews in our Huddle podcast revealed to Las Vegas correspondent Brian Joseph just how young sports betting entrepreneurs are becoming.
12-GA-MAR-10-year-v2
The Global Gaming Awards: Rewarding Excellence
The 10th edition of the Global Gaming Awards took place in Las Vegas last year. Gaming America looks back... and ahead to this year's.
16-18-IGA-Preview
Preview: Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention
Gaming America looks ahead to the 2024 Indian Gaming Tradeshow & Convention and what attendees can expect when they arrive at the Anaheim Convention Centre.
20-22-GA-Mar-888-Holding-article
888 and the US Market: A cautionary tale
Gaming America explores the risk of resting on your laurels and the challenge of remaining relevant in a rapidly expanding market.