Massachusetts Gaming Commission wants more answers before moving forward with sports betting license for Raynham Park

Monday, August 21, 2023 7:25 PM
  • Matthew Medsger, Boston Herald

Despite operating a gambling establishment in Raynham for most of the century, the owners of the former greyhound racing track are struggling to convince the state’s gaming commission they should be allowed to take bets on professional sports.

While more than half-a-dozen companies have entered the state and started taking bets from Massachusetts residents since the industry was made legal and launched earlier this year, the Massasoit Greyhound Association, the business behind Raynham Park, can’t seem to get passed the licensing phase of operations.

“I have a number of questions that, to me, kill a claim that good cause has been shown on this record,” Commissioner Eileen O’Brien said.