
Drew Ellis
Lead Writer, PlayMichigan.com
Drew Ellis is the Lead Writer of PlayMichigan, the No. 1 source for online gambling news in Michigan. A lifelong resident of the state, Ellis has been working in various forms of media since 1998, including more than a decade in the sports betting industry prior to transitioning into US casino markets in 2020.
Part of a talented team at PlayMichigan Ellis helps provide the latest news and information on Michigan’s ever-growing sports betting, online casino and online poker industries while adding in a little of his own personality.
Prior to working with Catena Media, Ellis worked in the newspaper industry for over two decades, winning several awards for his writing and news coverage from the Associated Press and other organizations.
Must read Michigan casino & poker articles by Drew Ellis
Michigan’s online gambling success could be blueprint for other states
Who wins and loses following Gov. Whitmer’s rejection of proposed Litter River Casino?
Schools, first responders among beneficiaries of Michigan online gambling tax revenue
A casino lover’s guide to vacationing in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Key stats and facts from The World Series of Poker Main Event
Must read Michigan sports betting articles by Drew Ellis
How a ‘Woj Bomb’ that proved to be incorrect blew up NBA Draft betting
Below The Curve: Michigan bettors 10th best against the books in 2021
FanDuel leads the pack in Michigan online sports betting, providing state tax revenue
Top 10 people to blame for 10 years (or more) of Detroit sports failures
Detroit’s pro sports teams have been even worse than you thought
Must read responsible gambling articles by Drew Ellis
Diversity, equity and inclusion needed within gambling addiction treatment
Advocates hope to increase problem gambling awareness among youth
Responsible gaming advocates struggle to counter avalanche of gambling ads
Michigan gambling analysis from Drew Ellis
Drew Ellis on online casino success in Michigan:
“Michigan online casinos have provided a great blueprint for other states to follow. With a cooperative effort in the planning by all of Michigan’s tribal and non-tribal operators, online casinos are producing nearly 2,600% more tax revenue for the state than online sports betting. It has been a big boost for Michigan.”
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Posts by Drew Ellis:
- Olympia Development Gets Extension For District Detroit Project Near MotorCity Casino, 22 Sep 2023
- Michigan’s Online Casino Revenue Growth In 2023 Meeting National Average, 22 Sep 2023
- MGCB’s ‘Don’t Regret The Bet’ Ad Campaign Wins Pair Of International Honors, 21 Sep 2023
- Renovations Boosting Hollywood Casino At Greektown Revenue In 2023, 21 Sep 2023
- BetRivers Michigan Posts Record Online Casino Revenue In August, 20 Sep 2023
- August Michigan Sports Betting Nearly Matches 2022 With $228.5 Million Wagered, 20 Sep 2023
- Michigan Fastest To Surpass $1 Billion In Online Casino Tax Revenue, 19 Sep 2023
- Online Casino Downloads Up For FanDuel, DraftKings In Michigan, 19 Sep 2023
- MGCB, Flint Officials Meet To Address Illegal Gambling Concerns In Area, 18 Sep 2023
- Former Gun Lake Employee Admits To Stealing Over $84K Over 14 Months, 15 Sep 2023