Toronto Blue Jays

Toronto Blue Jays Improve Home Field Advantage with New LED Displays from Daktronics

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

It is installed in center field to bring an excellent viewing experience to Blue Jays fans throughout the stadium.

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  • It is installed in center field to bring an excellent viewing experience to Blue Jays fans throughout the stadium.
  • Flanking the main display are four additional LED displays and content can be coordinated across all five displays for one main center field viewing experience.
  • The new HDR-capable main video display and center field display configuration at the Rogers Centre will deliver an amazing viewing experience for the Toronto Blue Jays, their players and fans, said Daktronics President and CEO Reece Kurtenbach.
  • Coordinated together, all of these displays provide additional statistics, graphics and sponsorship opportunities to entertain and engage Blue Jays fans during every game.

Ontario's Legal Online Gambling Market Kicks Off With a Bang

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- It's official, Ontario's online sports betting went live on April 4 and bets are already rolling in. On Monday, 16 gambling operators were operational in the province, while others have registered with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, but have yet to secure an agreement with iGaming Ontario. Online sportsbook PointsBet saw its first big wager just 50 seconds into the launch and with a population of approximately 15 million, Ontario is expected to generate about $800 million in gross revenue this year. Monday's launch means Ontarians can now wager on casino games, sporting events and other gaming activities, creating an exciting opportunity for online gambling companies like Bragg Gaming Group (NASDAQ:BRAG) (TSX:BRAG), Rush Street Interactive (NYSE:RSI), Penn National Gaming (NASDAQ:PENN), MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM), and Gan Limited (NASDAQ:GAN).

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  • The new partnership represents Bragg's third agreement to provide its PAM platform to an iGaming operator for the Dutch market and its fifth agreement to provide online gaming content to this market.
  • The company's debut in the Portuguese iGaming market marks its seventh regulated launch in a European country since April 2021.
  • The Ontario online gaming market offers a significant opportunity for Bragg Gaming's cutting-edge content and platform technology.
  • The combined market for iCasinos and online sports betting in Canada is estimated to be over US$2 billion in 2022 according to H2 Gambling Capital.

Ontario's Legal Online Gambling Market Kicks Off With a Bang

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, April 13, 2022

NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- It's official, Ontario's online sports betting went live on April 4 and bets are already rolling in. On Monday, 16 gambling operators were operational in the province, while others have registered with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, but have yet to secure an agreement with iGaming Ontario. Online sportsbook PointsBet saw its first big wager just 50 seconds into the launch and with a population of approximately 15 million, Ontario is expected to generate about $800 million in gross revenue this year. Monday's launch means Ontarians can now wager on casino games, sporting events and other gaming activities, creating an exciting opportunity for online gambling companies like Bragg Gaming Group (NASDAQ:BRAG) (TSX:BRAG), Rush Street Interactive (NYSE:RSI), Penn National Gaming (NASDAQ:PENN), MGM Resorts International (NYSE:MGM), and Gan Limited (NASDAQ:GAN).

Key Points: 
  • The new partnership represents Bragg's third agreement to provide its PAM platform to an iGaming operator for the Dutch market and its fifth agreement to provide online gaming content to this market.
  • The company's debut in the Portuguese iGaming market marks its seventh regulated launch in a European country since April 2021.
  • The Ontario online gaming market offers a significant opportunity for Bragg Gaming's cutting-edge content and platform technology.
  • The combined market for iCasinos and online sports betting in Canada is estimated to be over US$2 billion in 2022 according to H2 Gambling Capital.

Toronto Blue Jays and theScore Bet Announce Groundbreaking 10-Year Partnership

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Thursday, April 7, 2022

The Toronto Blue Jays and theScore Bet today announce a 10-year exclusive partnership making theScore Bet the Official Gaming Partner of the Toronto Blue Jays.

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  • The Toronto Blue Jays and theScore Bet today announce a 10-year exclusive partnership making theScore Bet the Official Gaming Partner of the Toronto Blue Jays.
  • The historic partnership represents the Blue Jays first gaming partner and theScore Bets first professional team sponsorship.
  • The fan experience is evolving and this monumental partnership with theScore Bet offers compelling new ways for sports enthusiasts to be a part of the game, said Mark Shapiro, President & CEO, Toronto Blue Jays.
  • The Toronto Blue Jays and theScore Bet look forward to bringing these partnership touchpoints to life and creating innovative experiences for fans and customers throughout this historic partnership.

Valvoline hits a home run with the Toronto Blue Jays, renewing a multi-year partnership agreement

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022

MISSISSAUGA, ON, April 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV), a global leader in vehicle care powering the future of mobility through innovative services and products, today announced a renewal of their partnership agreement between Valvoline™ Canada and the Toronto Blue Jays™.

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  • "Valvoline is excited to announce the extension of our Toronto Blue Jays partnership as we take our Original Motor Oil marketing campaign to the next level," said Mark Coxhead, President and GM Valvoline Canada.
  • "The partnership complements our overall marketing mix, extending our reach with Canadian vehicle owners."
  • Additionally, the partnership will be supported via an out of home advertising campaign, through digital and social channels, plus print ads in the Toronto Blue Jaysgame day program and yearbook.
  • "Our first year was fantastic for this high visibility partnership between Valvoline and the Toronto Blue Jays," said David Watts, Head of Retail Sales Valvoline Canada.

Dodgers Tabbed as Favorites to Win 2022 World Series Title, Ahead of Blue Jays, Astros in AL

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

LAS VEGAS, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Los Angeles Dodgers will open the 2022 Major League Baseball season as the consensus favorites to win the 2022 World Series, ahead of the American League's Toronto Blue Jays and Houston Astros, according to TheLines, which tracks odds in the U.S. regulated sports betting market.

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  • That means a bettor will win $500 for every $100 wagered if the Dodgers win the title.
  • Following the Dodgers are American League clubs: the Toronto Blue Jays (+1000), the Houston Astros (+10, New York Yankees (+1100) and Chicago White Sox (+1100).
  • The Yankees Gerrit Cole is the front-runner at +425 to win the AL Cy Young Award as the top pitcher.
  • The consensus odds to win the 2022 World Series as of March 30:

Mill Street Brewery and Toronto Blue Jays release Blue Wave, a Home-Run Collaboration

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

TORONTO, March 30, 2022 /CNW/ - Ahead of baseball's triumphant return to Toronto, Mill Street Brewery and the Toronto Blue Jays have released Blue Wave a unique brewing collaboration between two iconic Toronto brands.

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  • TORONTO, March 30, 2022 /CNW/ - Ahead of baseball's triumphant return to Toronto, Mill Street Brewery and the Toronto Blue Jays have released Blue Wave a unique brewing collaboration between two iconic Toronto brands.
  • "As a Toronto-based craft brewer, collaborating with a Canadian organization as beloved as the Toronto Blue Jays has been extremely exciting for us," said Daryl Minor, President, Mill Street Brewery & Brickworks Ciderhouse.
  • Features of Mill Street Brewery's Blue Wave include:
    "This distinctive new beer in collaboration with Mill Street Brewery only builds on the anticipation Blue Jays fans have for the baseball season ahead," said Mark Ditmars, Vice President, Corporate Partnerships, Toronto Blue Jays.
  • Be sure to follow Mill Street Brewery on Instagram and Twitter and tag us in your pictures of Blue Wave.

Legendary Canadian sports broadcaster Rod Black joins NorthStar Gaming

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

A veteran of Canadian sports broadcasting, Rod brings a wealth of sports knowledge to the NorthStar Bets team

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  • A veteran of Canadian sports broadcasting, Rod brings a wealth of sports knowledge to the NorthStar Bets team
    TORONTO, March 24, 2022 /CNW/ - NorthStar Gaming announced today that legendary Canadian sports broadcaster Rod Black is joining NorthStar Gaming as a host and brand ambassador for NorthStar Bets.
  • "Rod is a familiar voice and face to Canadian sports fans and a perfect fit to champion the NorthStar Bets platform and educate consumers about our content-driven experience," said Michael Moskowitz, Chief Executive Officer and a founding partner, NorthStar Gaming.
  • To pre-register for NorthStar Bets, please visit preview.northstarbets.ca and for more information on NorthStar Gaming, please visit www.northstargaming.ca .
  • NorthStar Gaming proudly owns and operates NorthStar Bets, a made-in-Ontario casino and sportsbook gaming platform that provides players with a uniquely local, premier user experience.

Real Luck Group announces agreement with leading performance marketing firm Raketech Group

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

(TSXV: LUCK) (OTCQB: LUKEF) (the "Company") and its subsidiary companies doing business as " Luckbox " (the "Group"), an award-winning provider of licensed esports betting, sports betting and casino games, announces a partnership with leading affiliate and performance marketing company Raketech Group Holding (STO: RAKE).

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  • (TSXV: LUCK) (OTCQB: LUKEF) (the "Company") and its subsidiary companies doing business as " Luckbox " (the "Group"), an award-winning provider of licensed esports betting, sports betting and casino games, announces a partnership with leading affiliate and performance marketing company Raketech Group Holding (STO: RAKE).
  • The agreement builds upon prior agreements that Real Luck Group has signed with several key affiliate marketing networks to increase player traffic.
  • Luckbox Head of Affiliates Mike Bazzi said: "Raketech is among the biggest lead-generation companies in the igaming industry.
  • Luckbox is owned by Real Luck Group, listed on the Toronto Venture Exchange (TSXV: LUCK) and OTC (OTCQB: LUKEF).

The Texas Rangers to Premiere Nolan Ryan Documentary on May 1

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Facing Nolan, a new documentary covering Nolans life and illustrious career, will premiere in Texas-like fashion and surely grow his legendary status.

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  • Facing Nolan, a new documentary covering Nolans life and illustrious career, will premiere in Texas-like fashion and surely grow his legendary status.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220316006016/en/
    Nolan Ryan is enshrined in Cooperstown as a Texas Ranger, said John Blake, Executive VP-Public Affairs for the Texas Rangers.
  • The documentary features Nolan Ryan, Ivan Pudge Rodriguez, Randy Johnson, Rod Carew, Dave Winfield, Craig Biggio, George Brett, Roger Clemens, Pete Rose, President George W. Bush and many more.
  • Nolan Ryan played for the New York Mets, California Angels, Houston Astros and Texas Rangers.