Fanatics is in talks to acquire BetParx sportsbook

Fanatics is in talks to acquire BetParx sportsbook

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  • Lillian Rizzo and Alex Sherman, CNBC
January 20, 2023 12:21 PM

Fanatics is in discussions to acquire the BetParx sportsbook, as the sports merchandising company looks to take a bigger position in sports betting, according to people familiar with the matter.

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A deal hasn’t been reached, although Fanatics signed a letter of intent to buy the sportsbook, said the people, who weren’t authorized to speak publicly on the matter. A deal price couldn’t yet be learned, and the discussions may not result in an agreement, the people added.

Representatives for Fanatics and BetParx declined to comment.

The BetParx app was launched last year by Greenwood Gaming & Entertainment, the parent company of Parx Casino in Pennsylvania, and Playtech, an online gambling software supplier. BetParx is also available in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Michigan and Ohio.