Media Inquiries

The staff members of Playinmichigan writers are seasoned professionals in the industry and are highly knowledgeable in analyzing the legal gambling market in Michigan. Consequently, it is not unexpected that our team frequently appears in various local and national publications and broadcasts for their expertise.

Drew Ellis, the lead writer for Playinmichigan, along with managing editor Paul Costanzo and content manager Matt Schoch, are frequently sought after for their knowledge in the field of sports betting and online gambling news in Michigan. They have been featured on various local news channels like CBS Detroit, ABC Detroit, and Fox 17. Moreover, they have also contributed to esteemed print and online media outlets such as The Detroit News, Detroit Free Press, Sports Illustrated, Crain’s Detroit Business, and Yahoo! Finance, both at a local and national level.

We are still open to media requests regarding trending subjects like the regulation of online gambling in Michigan, sports betting, casino gambling, and online poker. Our team is available to provide insights and opinions on these topics.

If you have any inquiries from the press, feel free to reach out to [email protected] and we will gladly connect you with a representative from Playinmichigan who can offer their expertise on the legal gambling industry in Michigan.

Media appearances

On July 21, 2021, Fox 17 News reported.

Online gambling went live just 6 months ago and state tax revenue is now approaching $90 million.

On April 4, 2021, CBS Detroit aired Michigan Matters.

Michigan is experiencing a surge in popularity for online sports betting and gambling, as discussed on Michigan Matters.

March 23, 2021: The Spiro Avenue Podcast

Interview with Matt Schoch on Podcast #24

WXYZ-TV Online (ABC Detroit) reported on March 19, 2021.

Michigan is anticipated to experience a significant influx of funds through online sports betting during the March Madness season.

The date is January 22, 2021, and this news is brought to you by Fox 17.

Michigan now offers live online sports betting.

Title: Fredi the Pizza Man: Living the Good Life | Dec. 4, 2020

An insightful conversation with Matt Schoch – Detroit News.

Press mentions

The publication date of the article is May 16, 2025, as reported by The Detroit News.

Online casinos in Michigan had another successful month in April.

April 18, 2025 – The Detroit News

As the Michigan sports betting market reaches maturity, it is stabilizing.

Jan. 8, 2025 – Sports Illustrated

The betting odds for D’Andre Swift’s yards against the Packers in the Detroit Lions NFL game.

June 22, 2021 | The Detroit News

Audacy’s BetQL network welcomes 1270-AM to its roster, featuring an enhanced lineup with a focus on sports-betting content.

June 15, 2021: Fox 17

The decline in Michigan’s sports betting revenue is attributed to the struggling Detroit teams, according to analysts.

May 17, 2021 – DBusiness Magazine

The DBusiness Daily Update reports that the total online sports betting revenue in Michigan for the month of April has fallen below $250 million.

The date is May 14, 2021 and we are reading MiBiz.

As sports betting experiences an anticipated decline, online casino gaming in Michigan remains robust.

May 11, 2021 – The Detroit News

The casinos in Detroit have experienced a resurgence in the industry, as they report a remarkable $109 million in revenue for the month of April.

The date is May 11, 2021, and the publication is Crain’s Detroit Business.

The revenue of Detroit casinos in April experienced a decline, while the total amount wagered on sports betting surpassed $1 billion.

The date is April 26, 2021, as reported by the Detroit Free Press.

With Michigan being the residence of numerous boxing legends, wouldn’t it make sense for the significant matches to also take place here?

The date is April 21, 2021 and we are reading The Detroit News.

Online gambling has become immensely popular in Michigan, with experts referring to the numbers as “staggering” just a couple of months after its legalization.

As of April 20, 2021, The Detroit News reported…

Michigan’s online poker industry has made a promising beginning, but it still encounters obstacles.

The date is April 4, 2021, and the source is the Detroit Free Press.

What does the future hold after the launch of online betting?

The date is April 3, 2021, and the source of this information is the Detroit Free Press.

I had a conversation with the individual responsible for the successful launch of online sports betting in Michigan, which proved to be a significant triumph.

The date of the article is March 18, 2021, as reported by Yahoo! Finance.

Michigan’s sports betting market has proven to be a significant advantage for casinos just one month after its launch.

The date is March 17, 2021, as reported by MLive.

Michigan casino and mobile operators are optimistic about a betting surge during the NCAA Tournament 2021.

On March 17, 2021, the Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News reported…

While Michigan experiences growth in its online gambling market, certain banks remain cautious.

The date is March 16, 2021, and the source of information is the Detroit Free Press.

Detroit’s casino tax revenue returns to pre-pandemic levels with the help of online betting.

The date is March 16, 2021 and this news is brought to you by The Detroit News.

As Michigan’s online gambling market expands, several banks are hedging their bets.

The date of the article is March 16, 2021, as reported by MLive.

A Guide to Wagering on the 2021 NCAA Tournament: Exploring Mobile Operators in Michigan

The date of the article is March 16, 2021, as reported by Crain’s Detroit Business.

Online and sports betting in Michigan casinos saw a whopping $301.9 million handle in February.

The date of the article is March 15, 2021, as reported by the Detroit Free Press.

The Wolverines are not the favored team by Vegas to win it all in the NCAA tournament.

The publication date of the article is March 12, 2021, as reported by Crain’s Detroit Business.

Access to accounts for online gambling has been cut off by certain Michigan banks and credit unions.

The date is February 18, 2021, and we are at The Center Square.

In the initial 10 days, Michigan’s internet gaming generates a staggering $42.7 million in gross revenue.

Moody on the Market, dated February 18, 2021.

Michigan’s online betting and gaming has made a historic debut.

On February 17th, 2021, Fox 17 reported.

Record debuts are being seen by online sportsbooks in Michigan.

The news publication, The Detroit News, dated February 17, 2021.

Over the course of the initial 10 days, online gambling achieves a total of $42.7 million in gross receipts.

On December 20, 2019, SBC Americas reported…

Legal sports wagering has now been embraced by the state of Michigan, making it the most recent addition to the growing list of states allowing this activity.

The date of the article is September 9, 2020, as reported by the Traverse City Record Eagle.

William Hill sportsbook is set to be launched at Turtle Creek.