Michigan’s Gaming Control Board reported that Detroit’s three casinos generated $98.9m in revenue in September 2025. Table games and slots accounted for $98.2m, while retail sports betting generated $747,425; combined table and slot revenue fell 3% year on year.
The figures provide operators and investors with a measure of Detroit casino and retail betting performance.
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Michigan’s online gambling market generated $356.3 million in revenue in January, according to figures attributed to the Michigan Gaming Control Board. Online casino receipts were $298.3 million, while sports betting receipts were $58 million; operators paid $57.1 million in state taxes and payments.
An unnamed Michigan man has filed a federal lawsuit against the Michigan Gaming Control Board, challenging the state’s Disassociated Persons List and Responsible Gaming Database. He alleges the programmes impose a five-year gambling ban without protecting him from promotional gambling emails; a judge previously denied his request for a preliminary injunction in a state court case.
Reportedly, MGM Grand Detroit appointed Ryan Bufalini to oversee marketing as vice president on 10 September. Bufalini brings more than 25 years of experience in gaming and hospitality.
Illitch Gaming said it closed its purchase of the remaining 50% ownership of Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City on 3 August. The deal completes a buyout first announced in June, but the ownership transfer still requires New Jersey regulatory approval, the company said.
MGM Grand Detroit appointed Eric Sprague as vice-president of table games operations, moving him from MGM Springfield, where he was casino operations vice-president. The company said Sprague will oversee table games operations, including guest experience, performance, staff engagement and regulatory compliance.