Maryland Sports Betting Offers Live NOW
1FanDuel Sportsbook Maryland Launch
Bet $5, Get $200
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- No Promo Code Required
- Exclusive Offer for Maryland
- Launching in MD on 11/23
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Bet $20, Get $100 Free
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- Promo Code: HANDLEPICS
- Exclusive Maryland Offer
- Receive four (4) $25 free bets
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First Bet Insurance Up to $1K
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- Promo Code: HANDLE
- Up to $1,000 paid back in free bets if you don't win
- Maryland Exclusive Offer
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$200 Free on MD Launch Day
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- Promo Code: HANDLEMD
- Maryland Pre-Launch Offer
- Creative Promos Every Night
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When digital sports betting goes live in Maryland for an eight-hour demonstration period Monday and then fully live on Wednesday, consumers will have seven platforms to choose from and a host of promotional offers totaling more than $4,000 in “risk-free” bet opportunities. Barstool Sportsbook, BetMGM, and Caesars Sportsbook are each offering $1,000 or more back in first-bet losses.
Two years and two weeks after voters said yes to sports betting, consumers will be able to log on to their mobile devices and bet on this weekend’s slate of NFL games, which includes the Baltimore Ravens visiting the Jacksonville Jaguars and the suddenly interesting Washington Commanders – who handed the Philadelphia Eagles their first loss two weeks ago – hosting the Atlanta Falcons.
The Sports Wagering Application Review Commission approved 10 operators for launch on Nov. 16, but representatives from Betfred, betPARX, and Fanatics'said their platforms won’t launch until 2023.
The launch process could be confusing to consumers. The Maryland Lottery will allow mobile sportsbooks to go live from 2-10 p.m. Monday, but then the platforms will go dark for an audit period, before going “fully” live at a time to be determined on Wednesday. The means that while bettors will be able to wager on the outcome of the game, live betting will cut off near halftime.
Bettors likely can’t place pre-match wagers on the U.S. opening World Cup game against Wales, which is set for 2 p.m. Monday. They will be able to live bet the match, however.
Most operators have plans to make their launch specials available at 2 p.m. Monday during the demonstration period. Between 10:01 p.m. Monday and “full launch” on Wednesday'at a time to be announced by the Maryland Lottery, consumers won’t be able to bet, but they may be able to sign up on platforms. Most pre-launch promotions will be void as of 2 p.m. ET Monday.
will have a live blog Wednesday with all of the latest information as platforms go live, and in the meantime, here’s a look at each what each operator will be offering.
Barstool Sportsbook
Mobile launch: Wednesday, time TBD
Promos and specials:'After its pre-launch offer expired Sunday night, beginning at 2 p.m. Monday Barstool Sportsbook will offer new customers $1,000 in bonus cash if their first wager loses, as well as a giveaway in which new customers get $100 in bonus cash for placing a wager of $1 or more.
Retail partner:'Hollywood Casino in Perryville, which went live with its retail operation in December 2021 and also has a Barstool Sportsbook restaurant.
Elsewhere in the DMV: Barstool Sportsbook’s mobile app is operational in Virginia. The operator doesn’t have a presence in Washington, D.C.
What they’re saying: “We already enjoy a solid retail presence in Maryland and engage with a large base of fans through our property as well as Barstool Sports and theScore's powerful digital content offerings,” said head of Penn Interactive Benjie Levy. “We now look forward to introducing our integrated media and sports betting experience and serving the state's passionate fans with a best-in-class, technology-driven online product. The timing could not be better to debut Barstool Sportsbook with the World Cup getting underway and as we're in the midst of a busy sports calendar.”
BetMGM
1BetMGM Sportsbook Maryland
First Bet Insurance Up to $1K
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- Promo Code: HANDLE
- Up to $1,000 paid back in free bets if you don't win
- Maryland Exclusive Offer
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Mobile launch: Wednesday, time TBD
Promos and specials: All new Maryland customers depositing at least $10 will be offered first-bet insurance up to $1,000 if the first bet is a loser. The free bet credits expire within a week of receipt, and the amount of the free bet credit isn’t returned as a part of any winnings earned with the free bet.
Retail partner:'BetMGM is partnered with MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill. The retail sportsbook at MGM National Harbor went live in December 2021.
Elsewhere in the DMV:'BetMGM’s mobile platform is available in Virginia, and the sportsbook has a retail location in Washington, D.C., at Nationals Park. The mobile app can be used in D.C. within a two-block radius of Nats Park.
BetRivers
1BetRivers Sportsbook
$500 2nd Chance Bet
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- Strong promotional schedule
- Unmatched Loyalty Program
- Excellent Teaser Pricing
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Mobile launch: Wednesday, time TBD
Promos and specials:'New customers can get up to $500 back on a losing first bet with BetRivers’ second-chance bet offer.
Retail partner:'BetRivers is partnered with Bingo World, which launched its retail operation on Aug. 1, 2022.
Elsewhere in the DMV:'BetRivers’ mobile sports betting platform is available in Virginia. The operator doesn’t have a presence in D.C.
What they’re saying: “The much-anticipated launch of online and mobile sports betting in Maryland is here, and just in time for all the NFL and college football action over Thanksgiving,” Richard Schwartz, chief executive officer of RSI, said in a press release. “We are thrilled to give Maryland's NFL and college football fans an exciting sports betting experience to enjoy all the holiday action at the touch of their fingertips.”
Caesars Sportsbook
1Caesars Sportsbook Maryland
Bet $20, Get $100 Free
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- Promo Code: HANDLEPICS
- Exclusive Maryland Offer
- Receive four (4) $25 free bets
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Mobile launch: Wednesday, time TBD
Promos and specials:'Caesars Maryland will be running a two-tiered promotion: Customers betting between $20-$100 will get a $100 bet credit whether or not they win their first bet; for those wagering $100.01 or more on their first bet, the company is offering a free first bet of up to $1,500. Click the link above or use the Caesars Maryland promo code HANDLEPICS to claim your offer today.
Retail partner: Horseshoe Casino in Baltimore, which opened in December 2021, is Caesars’ retail partner in Maryland.
Elsewhere in the DMV:'Caesars Sportsbook’s mobile app is available in Virginia, and the operator has a noteworthy presence in D.C. Caesars has a retail location at Capital One Arena, and it’s the largest retail sportsbook in the District.
What they’re saying: “The Caesars Sportsbook app is ready to bring the great sports fans of Maryland the elevated sports wagering experience they've anticipated,” Eric Hession, president of Caesars Digital, said in a statement. “Following the necessary regulatory approvals and testing period, Nov. 23 will mark an exciting launch that builds on our legacy in the state.”
DraftKings
Mobile launch: Wednesday, time TBD
Promos and specials: DraftKings currently has a pre-launch offer of $200 worth of free bets for new customers. DraftKings’ pre-launch offer is live until Wednesday’s launch. To participate, new users can opt into the promotion and then receive eight $25 free bets. The free bet credits are valid for seven days from date of issue.
Any customers who register for the free-bet promotion will be automatically entered in a drawing for a $100,000 free bet. Five $100,000 bets will be issued, and customers who win can’t place a wager with the free bet on anything with odds longer than +300.