Legal in-person sports betting launched in New York in 2019. The state has since agreed to legalize online betting, too. The New York State Gaming Commission awarded four mobile betting companies the go-ahead to start taking bets on Saturday, January 8, 2022, making New York at least the 18th state to allow some sort of online sports betting.
While sports betting was technically illegal in most US states for many years, a lot of people still placed bets at illegal offshore betting sites. However, since legalizing and regulating the industry, states have capitalized on increased tax revenue. The New York State Gaming Commission provides oversight and regulation, while also ensuring fairness and accountability.
If you’d like to start placing bets on sports in New York, first you’ll need to choose a legal sportsbook. The site must be licensed in New York. You’ll also need to provide ID when you signup. Finally, you can only play in New York state. This includes mobile sports betting apps, as your device will provide your geographical location to the site. Here are some of the best online sportsbooks in New York:
BetMGM
MGM Resorts International’s app provides bettors with a level of open bet flexibility that is not available from competitors. Bettors can take advantage of the “Cash out” and “Edit my bet” features, which allow greater control over existing bets.
Cashing out lets you claim your winnings early if you’re winning or rescue your bet if you feel it’s going to lose. With edit my bet you can modify your bet or increase your wager.
The BetMGM sportsbook in NY provides an excellent welcome offer and a wide range of betting markets. Place wagers on all your favorite New York teams and leagues. Don’t forget to browse futures odds for upcoming championship events.
Caesars Sportsbook
In January 2022, Caesars Sportsbook NY launched internet betting. Many retails bettors will already be familiar with Caesars. A brick-and-mortar version is currently available in three upstate New York casinos. However, the app provides far more convenience, allowing bettors to sign in, make deposits, and place bets wherever they are.
Caesars also has an excellent loyalty program that includes, among other things, a monthly free wager and an extra bet during your birthday month. This is on top of the welcome offer that all users can claim when they signup. Caesars also offers excellent customer service and application tech support.
DraftKings
The DraftKings NY app is now up and accepting wagers from New York residents. The app is part of the well-known daily fantasy sports company’s sports betting division. Even if you haven’t tried DFS in New York yet, you may have been exposed to the sports betting side of the industry through del Lago’s retail operation.
The DraftKings NY app boasts a unique user interface. The rotating display shows a selection of bets that DraftKings has determined to be the most relevant based on your account settings and betting history. On DraftKings, no two bettors have the same experience.