JERSEY CITY, NJ – (March 22, 2021) – BetMGM today announced the launch of BetMGM Poker in Michigan, giving customers access to benefits tied to MGM Grand Detroit and MGM Resorts’ casino-resorts nationwide. Michigan joins New Jersey as the second state in the U.S. to introduce BetMGM Poker, the company’s primary online poker offering powered by partypoker US network. This news follows the January launch of BetMGM’s online sports betting and casino offerings in Michigan.
“The launch of BetMGM Poker in Michigan fully rounds out our premier gaming portfolio in the state,” said Adam Greenblatt, Chief Executive Officer, BetMGM. “BetMGM’s sports betting and casino offerings have been met with incredible early success in Michigan and we’re thrilled to provide players with another exciting gaming option.”
By downloading the BetMGM Poker mobile app, players in Michigan can now join poker rooms with players statewide. BetMGM Poker features an ever-rotating number of poker variants, signature poker tournaments – like the popular partypoker US Network Progressive Knockout Bounty Online Series – and cash-games of all buy-in levels. Its single account integration with BetMGM’s sports betting and casino mobile app allows players to easily manage their funds with one wallet.
Ray Stefanelli, Director of Poker, BetMGM said, “The demand for online poker in Michigan was made clear by players across the state. BetMGM Poker is proud to offer them a seat at our tables and we’re confident that BetMGM Michigan customers will enjoy an engaging, reliable and fun poker experience.”