Maryland Sports Betting

Maryland Sportsbooks

Fanatics Sportsbook

The sports retail giant launched its sportsbook app first in Maryland. On Jan. 20 last year, Fanatics opened its inaugural retail betting location inside FedEx Field.

Fanatics Promo

Bet and Get up to $1,000 in No Sweat Bets!

Fanatics Promo Code

No promo code required

Action Network Score

9.8/10. See our Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code for more in-depth information about Fanatics and step-by-step instructions on how to sign up.

Terms & Conditions

Must be 21+. GAMBLING PROBLEM? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (CO/DC/IL/KS/KY/LA/MD/OH/MI/NC/NJ/PA/TN/VA/VT/WV/WY), (800)-327-5050 or http://gamblinghelplinema.org (MA), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), (888) 789-7777 or http://ccpg.org (CT), or 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), or 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), or www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD), or morethanagame.nc.gov (NC), or 1800gambler.net (WV). Must apply this Promotion in your bet slip & place and settle $5+ cash wager with odds of - 200 or longer to get a Bonus Bet match (up to $100) each day for 10 straight days. Your 10 days begin the day you sign up. Bonus Bets expire 7 days from issuance. Add'l Terms apply, see Fanatics Sportsbook app.

BetMGM

The King of Sportsbooks continues to expand its offerings into new states with their online launch in MD. Their retail location at the MGM National Harbor is the largest casino in the state. BetMGM is an official partner of the Baltimore Ravens. 

BetMGM Promo

1) Get a 20% Deposit Match up to $1,500 in Sports Bonus!

2) Get up to $1,500 Back in Bonus Bets if Your First Bet Doesn't Win!

BetMGM Bonus Code

1) TANMATCH1500

2) AN1500

 BetMGM Terms & Conditions

21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, LA, KS, KY, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY. Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA). 21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), or Call 1-800-GAMBLER for confidential help (MI). Visit BetMGM.com for Terms & Conditions. Bonus Bets Expire in 7 Days. One New Customer Offer Only. Add’l terms.

Action Network Score

9.8/10. Read our BetMGM Maryland Bonus Code and review to discover more details and step-by-step instructions on how to sign up.

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DraftKings

DraftKings is a popular sportsbook with roots in daily fantasy sports. Using lessons they learned through the DFS field, DraftKings has created a reliable and user-friendly sportsbook that is simple to use. This household name provides Maryland sports bettors with both fantasy and sportsbook options to enjoy, as well as a great bonus offer below.

DraftKings Promo

Bet $5, Get $200 If Your Bet Wins + a King of the Court Boost!

DraftKings Promo Code

No promo code required

Action Network Score

9.2/10. See our DraftKings Promo Code and review for more in-depth information about DraftKings and step-by-step instructions on how to sign up.

DraftKings Terms & Conditions

GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT/OR/NH. Eligibility restrictions apply. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min. $5 bet. Max. $150 issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets if your bet wins. Bonus Bets expire in 7 days (168 hours). Stake removed from payout. Terms: dkng.co/bball. Ends 1/5/25 at 11:59 PM ET. Sponsored by DraftKings.

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Caesars Sportsbook

Until the online sports betting launch, Marylanders have been able to place wagers at the Horseshoe Baltimore Casino, which is owned by Caesars.

Caesars Sportsbook Promo

Get up to $1,000 Back in Bonus Bets if Your First Bet Doesn't Win! 

Caesars Sportsbook Promo Code


ACTION221000

Action Network Score

9.3/10. Take a look at our Caesars Maryland Promo Code for more details and step-by-step instructions on how to sign up.

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21+ only. New users and first $10+ wager only. Offer valid and must be physically present in AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME,  MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, and WY only. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? IL, MD, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV: Call 1-800-GAMBLER. MA: CALL 1-800-327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org. NY: Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). ©2024, Caesars Entertainment

ESPN BET

ESPN BET is live in Maryland! 

ESPN BET MD Promo

Get a $1,500 First Bet Reset!

ESPN BET MD Promo Code

TANBONUS

Action Network Score

9.5/10. See our ESPN BET Promo Code and review for more in-depth information about ESPN BET and step-by-step instructions on how to sign up.

Terms & Conditions

New users only, 21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Must be physically present in AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, or WV in order to wager. Players must sign up using a specified Promotion code and then place an Eligible Wager on an Eligible Game during the Promotion Period. Please Gamble Responsibly.

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Betr Sportsbook

Betr has recently secured approval from the Maryland Lottery to acquire a sports betting license in MD! This page will be updated with Betr launches in the state. 

Betr Sportsbook Promo 

Coming Soon!

Betr Promo Code

N/A

Action Network Score

8.9/10. Check out our Betr Promo Code and review for more info on how the mico-betting app works.

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FanDuel

FanDuel offers their sportsbook at the Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland, one of the largest facilities in the state and country.

FanDuel Promo 

Bet $5, Get $150 in Bonus Bets If You Win+3 Months Of League Pass!

New players only, 21+. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Available in AZ, CO, CT, IL, TN, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, VA, VT, WV, WY only. Full T&C apply.

FanDuel Promo Code

No promo code required.

Action Network Score

9.6/10. See our FanDuel Promo Code and review for more details and step-by-step instructions on how to sign up.

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How to Place a Mobile Sports Bet in Maryland

Now that online sports betting is legal and live in Maryland, it's time to start betting. Here's a quick four-step guide on how to get started:

Step 1: Choose a Sportsbook

Eleven online sportsbooks have gone live Maryland, with at least one more to come in the near future and the potential for as many as 60 operators in the state. Crab Sportsbook is the newest Maryland sportsbook to enter the scene.

If you sign up with Fanatics, you can claim the following offer: Bet and Get up to $1,000 in No Sweat Bets! Let’s start there.

Eventually, you’ll want multiple sports betting accounts so you can shop for the best lines, but for now, let’s just use Fanatics Sportsbook as an example.

Step 2: Sign Up

Create a new account at Fanatics by following the prompts. You might need to provide proof of identity, like a driver’s license and social security number, to verify you are of legal age and so you can’t create multiple accounts using fake names.

You may already have an account at Fanatics if you've used it in another state. If so, just log in.

Pro Tip: If you’re in Pennsylvania or another nearby state and try to sign up in Maryland, use all your real information. Don’t use a friend’s address, or an old address. It’s perfectly legal to sign up to bet in Maryland while you’re inside state lines, even if you don’t live there.

Step 3: Deposit Funds

You can deposit at Fanatics with the following:

• Credit card
• Bank account
• PayPal
• Wire transfer
• And more…

Legal sportsbooks make you pay upfront by depositing a certain amount of money (that you choose), which will operate as your bankroll (or available funds to bet). If you’ve previously bet offshore, you’ll be happy to know that it’s easy to use a credit card or bank account to deposit money.

Cashing out is also easy — Fanatics will wire money right to your bank account at any time, in this example. We’ve seen withdrawals come through in just a few minutes in some instances.

Step 4: Place Your First Bet

Once you’re at Fanatics Sportsbook all you have to do to bet is simply click on a line you like, and it will be highlighted.

Once it’s highlighted, the bet will populate your bet slip, where you’ll select how much you want to bet from your available funds that you deposited earlier. That bet slip is in the middle of the bottom menu on your phone.

Maryland Sports Betting Background and Legalization Timeline

There are 11 live mobile sportsbooks available in Maryland! Here's a list of them below:

• ESPN BET
• BetMGM
• betPARX
• BetRivers
• Caesars
• DraftKings
• FanDuel
• Fanatics
• Bally Bet
• Crab Sports
• Lets Bet MD

Betr has qualified to obtain a sports betting license and we expect it to join the MD market soon.

Retail sports betting launched in Maryland in December 2021as mobile bettors in the state anxiously-awaited to go live for two years.

Maryland’s sports betting bill authorizes the SWARC to award up to 30 additional retail and 60 online sportsbooks to state businesses. Though Maryland will license as many as 60 statewide mobile sportsbooks, it could take years to reach that cap.

State lawmakers have created two licenses that operators can apply for:

• Class A license: 17 Class A licenses are given to six casinos, three professional sports teams, and other retail locations throughout the state.
• Class B license: 30 licenses will be given to additional retail locations such as gas stations, facilities with gaming kiosks, etc. 

If an operator is able to attain both Class A and B licenses, they will be eligible to apply for an online wagering license in the Old Line State.

The legalization of sports betting in the Old Line State was a lengthy process. Maryland had the longest go-live periods in U.S. sports betting history after legalizing during the 2020 election. Most states go live within 6-12 months, and at most 18 months because they need to draft regulations, approve books, etc. Maryland took over two years to get mobile betting up and running. 

Arizona and Connecticut, which both approved sports betting around the same time as MD, had launched both retail and online sportsbooks long before Maryland finished its legalization process.

Maryland's Legalization Timeline

We'll bet you care more about the sports of it all than the legal history, but here are some of the important events along the way:

July 2024

Bally Bet becomes the newest sportsbook to launch in Maryland. [July 29]

May 2024

Betr Sportsbook receives sports betting license approval from the Maryland Lottery. SWARC needs to approve of Betr's request before the micro-betting app can launch in Maryland. [May 24]

June 2023

Fanatics Sportsbook beta tests in Maryland. The new and exciting sportsbook has officially joined its fourth beta state in 2023, with Tennessee, Ohio and Massachusetts leading the way. [June 1]

November 2022

Maryland mobile sports betting launches on Nov. 23. DraftKings, Caesars, FanDuel, BetMGM, and BetRivers go live in the state. [Maryland Online Sports Betting Is Officially Live — Everything You Need to Know, Nov. 23]

Maryland online sports betting will go live on Nov. 23. After a highly-anticipated wait, the Maryland Lottery has confirmed that online sports betting will be available in Maryland right before Thanksgiving. [Maryland Online Sports Betting Set to Launch on Nov. 23, Nov. 17]

 State lawmakers confirm that SWARC will announce sportsbooks on November 16. The original Nov. 21 announcement date was changed because the state is hoping to launch mobile sports betting around Thanksgiving. [Maryland Online Sports Betting Expected to Launch this Month, Nov. 14]

GeoComply is granted a Tier One Contractor license by Maryland. As MD approaches their online sports betting launch, geolocation security is a necessity to provide secure and seamless sports betting in any location. [Nov. 1]

October 2022

The MLGCC announce that 10 online sports betting operators are qualified to launch in the state. SWARC will officially award licenses on November 21 before the operators go through a trial period to ensure they are prepared to launch. [Oct. 31]

September 2022

Maryland regulators announced that Maryland is on pace to start online sports betting before the end of 2022. The Sports Wagering Application Review Commission will let online sportsbooks start taking bets once they’re licensed, instead of making them wait to launch together. [Maryland Sports Betting Apps on Pace to Launch by November or December, Sept. 22]

April 2022

The Sports Wagering Application Review Commission is set to study market-inclusion opportunities for minority- and female-owned businesses.This new commission was formed due to a referendum in the November 2020 sports betting ballot with hopes of addressing inclusion and then moving onto the rules and applications process, which could take up to half a year or longer. [Action Network, April 27]

December 2021

Maryland advances mobile sports betting rules. The state has begun to clear the path for online sports betting after advancing several mobile betting rules. [Path opening to online sports betting, Dec. 16]

Retail sports betting goes live. BetMGM, FanDuel and Caesars launch retail sportsbooks in Maryland, meaning sports bettors can place in-person wagers for the first time. [First legal sports bets placed, Dec. 9]

November 2021

Sports Wagering Application Review Commission announces initial sports betting locations. MGM, Hollywood Casino in Perryville, Horseshoe Casino in Baltimore, Live! Casino & Hotel in Hanover and Ocean Downs Casino in Berlin were approved by the SWARC to begin taking wagers. [5 casinos approved, Nov. 18]

September 2021

Licensing opening begins at earliest late September. Licensing opening will begin sometime after the public comment window closes on Sept. 27, so we’re not looking at legal Maryland sports betting happening until the 2021 NFL season is well underway. [Public Comments]

August 2021

Regulators announce opening of 30-day public comment period. This is a public comment period for the final sports betting rules that have been approved by the legislators. This commenting period closes Sept. 27. [Launch date TBD, Aug. 27]

July 2021

Regulators advance regulations. Regulators advanced hundreds of pages of key sports book regulations without opposition. [On Track for Fall Launch, July 15]

May 2021

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan signed the state’s betting law.The bill passed as an “emergency” which allows it to take effect immediately. Regulators still need to approve rules and regulations and then license each sports book. [Signed Into Law, May 18]

 April 2021

Maryland House of Delegates Approves.The final measure was approved in the House with 122 members voting yes and 16 voting no. This comes hours after the Senate approved it unanimously. This bill will permit as many as 60 online operators and 30 retail sports books between casinos, professional sports stadiums, and scores of other organizations. [Bill Passes, April 12]

November 2020

Maryland Sports Betting Approved by Voters. The ballot measure amended the constitution to permit sports betting. Maryland lawmakers still need to agree and vote on regulations and draft up the details. [MD Voters Approve, Nov. 3]

May 2020

Gov. Larry Hogan doesn’t veto or sign SB 4, which automatically pushes it ahead to the ballot. [TrackBill, May 8]

March 2020

Maryland State Senate votes to approve SB 4. Just days after the House votes to approve, the Maryland State Senate gives approval as well. This means it goes to the desk of Gov. Larry Hogan to sign or veto. [TrackBill, March 18]

Maryland House of Representatives votes to approve SB 4. The Maryland Constitution requires that laws expanding commercial wagering be submitted to a referendum at a general election. The House approves. [TrackBill,  March 17]

Licensing Info & Pro Sports Team Sportsbook Partnerships

The following 17 entities were allowed to apply in Maryland under a set-aside sports betting license category for retail sportsbooks at their respective facilities along with mobile betting apps:

Casinos

• Horseshoe Casino Baltimore (owned by Caesars)
• Hollywood Casino Perryville (owned by Penn National)
• Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland (partnered with FanDuel)
• MGM National Harbor (owned by MGM, operator of BetMGM)
• Ocean Downs Casino (owned by Churchill Downs, operator of TwinSpires)
• Rocky Gap Casino (owned by Golden Entertainment)

Stadiums

• FedEx Field (Washington Commanders)
• M&T Bank Stadium (Baltimore Ravens)
• Oriole Park at Camden Yards (Baltimore Orioles)

Other Facilities

• Bingo World (Brooklyn)
• Greenmount Station (Hampstead)
• Jockey Bar and Grill (Boonsboro)
• Maryland State Fairgrounds (Timonium)
• Rod-N-Reel (Chesapeake Beach)
• Long Shots (Frederick)
• Riverboat on the Potomac (Colonial Beach, Virginia)
• Jimmy's Famous Seafood (Baltimore)

Stronach Group, owners of Laurel Park and Pimlico horse tracks, is also allowed to apply for a sports betting license.

Pro Teams in Maryland

There are three pro teams in Maryland — the Baltimore Ravens, Washington Commanders, and the Baltimore Orioles.

NFL Betting in Maryland

Baltimore Ravens

Most Marylanders would probably list the Ravens atop their list of supported teams, given 1.) the NFL's overall popularity edge, and 2.) the fact that the Ravens are competitive on seemingly a yearly basis.

They play their home games at M&T Bank Stadium, in Baltimore, and compete in the AFC North Division. Among the Raven greats, you'll find Johnny Unitas (a 10-time Pro-Bowler and 4-time MVP), Ray Lewis (a 13-time Pro-Bowler and Super Bowl XXXV MVP) and Ed Reed (a 9-time Pro-Bowler), each of which is considered among the best all-time at their respective positions.

Ravens Odds

Washington Commanders

Washington's NFL team changed its name to the Washington Commanders last year after they were known as the Washington Football Team for a couple of seasons. The Burgundy and Gold play their home games at FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland.

Commanders Odds

MLB Betting in Maryland

Baltimore Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles began play in the American League in 1901 as one of eight charter franchises, though they weren't the Baltimore Orioles at the time. They started as the Milwaukee Brewers, and later became the St. Louis Browns for a time before being purchased in 1953, renamed, and relocated to Baltimore.

The Orioles play their home games at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Among the Orioles best players: Frank Robinson (1966 triple-crown winner), Brooks Robinson (considered one of, if not the best, defensive 3Bs of all time) and Cal Ripken Jr. (MLB record holder for consecutive games played).

Orioles Odds

If you want in on the baseball action, here are a few resources to help you bet with skill in MD:

• How to Bet on Baseball Guide
• Bet with MLB Sharps and check out our MLB Picks
• Go with or against the crowd using our Public Betting insights

College Sports Teams

College Football Betting in Maryland

 Maryland Terrapins Football

The Maryland Terrapins football team represents the University of Maryland in College Park and competes in the Big Ten Conference. 

Under the guidance of head coach Mike Locksley, the Terrapins are set to continue their Big Ten journey in the 2024 season. Maryland is relatively new to the Big Ten football scene, but the Terps have been making their way toward true relevancy in recent years. The team currently plays its games on campus at Maryland Stadium. Opened in 1950, the stadium has been upgraded to seat over 50,000 fans as of its most recent renovation. It's also the home to Maryland's lacrosse team.

Terps Odds

Navy Midshipmen Football

Led by head coach Brian Newberry, the Navy Midshipmen football team represents the U.S. Naval Academy in the American Athletic Conference (which it joined in 2015). And while most of the familiarity with Navy's football program comes from its yearly matchup with Army, the Midshipmen have had some notably strong seasons in recent years as well.

Midshipmen Odds

We've got a few recommended resources to help you bet with insight on college football:

• College Football Betting Tips for Profitability
• College Football Betting Tips on Fading the Public
• Check out our expert team with College Football Picks and real-time College Football Odds

College Basketball Betting in Maryland

Maryland Terrapins Men's Basketball

Like its football team, Maryland's basketball squad made the transition from the ACC to the Big Ten in 2014, and the Terps have been pretty competitive in their new setting.

The Terps play their home games at the XFINITY Center in College Park.

Terps Odds

 Navy Midshipmen Men's Basketball

It's been some time since Navy was truly relevant in the college basketball scene, but the tides might finally be turning as the Midshipmen are starting to more regularly compete for their first Patriot League title.

Navy plays its home games at Alumni Hall, located on the United State Naval Academy campus in Annapolis.

Midshipmen Odds

We've got a few recommended resources to help you bet on college basketball:

• How to Bet on College Basketball
• Trends to Know Before Betting Conference Tournaments

Other Events

Preakness Stakes

The second jewel of the triple crown, The Preakness Stakes is a thoroughbred horse race at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. It's traditionally held on the third Saturday in May — two weeks after the Kentucky Derby and three weeks before the Belmont Stakes. The 9.5-furlong race has been running since 1873, making for a total of 145 races.

It has been dubbed the "Race for the Black-eyed Susans" thanks to the blanket constructed of flowers assembled to look like a Black-eyed Susan (MD's state flower) that gets placed on the winning horse.

Learn more about the available sportsbooks and promo codes in Maryland:

BetMGM Promo Code | Caesars Promo Code | FanDuel Promo Code | ESPN BET Promo Code | Betfred Promo Code | betPARX Promo Code | BetRivers | DraftKings | Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code | Bally Bet Sportsbook Promo Code

Do you or someone you know have problems with gambling behavior? Help and Hope is available right now, it’s free, confidential and 24/7. Call 1-800-GAMBLER or text 1-800-426-2537.

• Must be 21 years or older
• Learn about Maryland's self-exclusion program