GAMBLING APPS ARE OFFERING SPECIAL DEALS WHEN KANSAS STARTS SPORTS BETTING

Mobile betting apps are preparing for the launch by offering special deals ahead of Sept. 1. DRAFT KINGS For those registering now to place bets in Kansas, you’ll get $100 in free bets when you sign up. You’ll also be entered into a pool to win a free bet worth $100,000 when you sign up. The free bet is valid for seven days after you receive the money in the app.

FANDUEL The betting app is having a “Kansas Kickoff” to celebrate the sports betting launch. Those who sign up now to bet in Kansas will get $100 in free bets on Sept. 1. The free bets expire 14 days after. BETMGM BetMGM is offering $200 in free bets from now until Sept. 8. The credit expires seven days after Kansas betting goes live. The offer can’t be withdrawn from the app for money. POINTSBET The NBC Sports affiliate has a deal for two risk-free bets worth up to $2,000.

You can get up to $500 in free bet credits if your first fixed odd wager loses and up to $1,500 if your first Points Betting wager loses. These offers will expire seven days after the credits hit your account. They can’t be redeemed or withdrawn for cash.

WHERE ELSE CAN I BET?

Along with the betting apps above, Caesars and BallyBet will be available in Kansas on day one. The four casinos in Kansas that will host in-person betting are: Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Ford County, near Dodge City Kansas Star Casino in Mulvane Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kansas Kansas Crossing Casino & Hotel in Pittsburg The governor’s release also noted that tribal casinos are also working to align on contracts with the State of Kansas for sports wagering.