Looking ahead, we are also hopeful that our leaders in Albany will see how hard Rivers Casino is working to keep up with growing regional competition and recognize how important it is for them to address structural tax disadvantages in the market.” The opening of Rivers Sportsbook will surely attract even more guests to the property and to our great city. As Rivers Casino grows, so does its positive impact on our community. “It is indeed an historic day not just for the state of New York, but for the City of Schenectady. “We couldn’t be happier for our great community partner Rivers Casino & Resort,” said Schenectady Mayor Gary McCarthy. Opening Day of the sportsbook also included appearances by Super Bowl Champion and former New York Giants punter, Sean Landeta Pro-Bowl safety and former New York Jet, Erik Coleman and World Series MVP, New York Yankee great, Bucky Dent. We look forward to having them as guests at Rivers Casino & Resort and the City of Schenectady.”Ĭasino representatives, guests, and area dignitaries gathered at Rivers Casino today to cut the ribbon on the state’s first legal sports betting location.

Sports fans and bettors from across the Capital Region and beyond will be thrilled with our new state-of-the-art Rivers Sportsbook lounge. “Many people worked very hard to make legal sports wagering a reality in New York State, and we thank all of them for their tireless efforts and dedication.

“We’re so proud to be the first gaming operator in New York to take legal sports bets,” said Rivers Casino & Resort Acting General Manager Justin Moore. Schenectady, NY – Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady officially launched legal sports betting in New York State with the opening of its new Rivers Sportsbook lounge.

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