DraftKings has lauded a ‘landmark’ collaboration with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation which will set the stage for online sports betting access, ahead of the anticipated launch of legal sports betting in Connecticut.
Subject to necessary legislative and regulatory approvals, the alliance also sees DraftKings become the official daily fantasy sports partner of Foxwoods Resort Casino.
“This is a landmark deal in collaboration with the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation as well as a critical next step to bringing America’s top-rated sportsbook app to sports fans in Connecticut,” commented Matt Kalish, co-founder and president of DraftKings North America.
“The national expansion of regulated sports betting is among our top strategic priorities. DraftKings today is live with mobile sports betting in 10 states, more than any other operator in the US, and teaming up with the tribe will allow us to extend our reach even further.”