Three formidable contenders are locked in a fierce competition to secure the coveted license for Canada’s Caesars Windsor. The iconic casino, a cornerstone of Windsor’s economy and tourism for the past three decades, is facing an unprecedented challenge as the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp (OLG) reviews proposals from industry giants.

Caesars Windsor’s License Sparks Fierce Competition

For the first time since its grand opening 30 years ago, the license to operate the slot machines and blackjack tables of Caesars Windsor is up for grabs, reported The Globe and Mail. 

The OLG, responsible for overseeing the selection process, is tight-lipped about the proceedings, but insiders reveal a three-horse race among Caesars Entertainment Inc., the current operator, Bally’s Corp., an upstart built from Caesars’ former assets, and Mohegan Gaming and Entertainment, an Indigenous-owned enterprise with a successful track record in Niagara Falls.

Despite the OLG’s confidentiality measures, speculation is rife in Windsor about who will emerge victorious. The decision, expected in the fall, will determine the casino’s operator for the next two decades, commencing in 2025.

Local leaders, including Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, union representatives, and tourism officials, rally behind the incumbent, Caesars Entertainment Inc. With unanimous support, they cite the casino’s pivotal role in providing over 2,000 jobs and anchoring the local tourism industry. 

The OLG’s decision holds significant weight, as it not only impacts the casino’s future but also shapes the broader economic landscape of Windsor.

Caesars Windsor Transforms City Identity, Shifting from Auto Hub to Tourist Hotspot

Caesars’ legacy in Windsor extends beyond its economic contributions. The casino, strategically located in the heart of downtown, played a crucial role in transforming the city’s identity from an automobile hub to a thriving tourist destination. 

Over the years, it weathered challenges such as smoking bans, cross-border travel restrictions, and the recent global pandemic, emerging as a resilient force in the ever-evolving gambling industry.

The influence of Caesars on the local economy is profound, with 4.4 million visitors injecting $669 million into the region in 2022. The OLG’s decision will not only impact the casino’s future but also reshape the competitive dynamics of the regional gambling industry.

In April 2023, the OLG initiated the search for a new operator for Caesars Windsor Casino, as the current contract with Caesars Entertainment is set to end in 2025. 

The OLG’s Request for Pre-Qualification (RFPQ) invited experienced and reputable companies to submit initial bids, ensuring the selection of a highly qualified service provider to maintain the casino’s competitiveness and contribute to the local economy. The chosen operator will oversee day-to-day operations, but the OLG will retain overall control.

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There are three games of the 2023 NFL on the program on Christmas Day. We’ve already covered the Las Vegas Raiders vs. Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens vs. San Francisco 49ers games. Now, it’s time to do a Giants vs. Eagles prediction.

You may not think that this game is as interesting as the other two Christmas games, but from a bettor’s perspective, this duel is fantastic. The Giants are 12-point underdogs, which makes them the biggest underdogs of all the teams in Week 16. It’s a big spread, can the Eagles cover it? Let’s find out!

New York Giants vs. Philadelphia Eagles Week 16 Odds

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When, Where, and How to Watch?

• Place: Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania         
• Date: Monday, December 25, 2023
• Time: 4:30 p.m. ET
• How to Watch: FOX

New York Giants Don’t Have Much to Hope For

Sure, there’s a theoretical chance that the New York Giants might make the playoffs, but that chance is extremely low. The thing is that they’re 5-9, meaning that they’ve got no chance of winning the NFC East.

They could challenge for a wild card entry to the postseason, but there for that, they’d need to win all of their remaining games, as well as see some of their rivals fail against big underdogs.

Coach Brian Daboll and his men are aware of this, which is why they probably don’t have big plans for the Christmas game. Instead, they’re coming to Philly to have fun and perhaps try out some moves and strategies that could be useful for them in the next season.

Being the worst offense in the conference with just 13.5 points scored per game, they might decide to risk more when attacking. Rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito might get the freedom to try longer passes rather than just trying to get the Giants to a field-goal distance.

Philadelphia Eagles Need a Big Win to Up Their Confidence

The Eagles are 10-4 in the 2023-24 NFL, with three of their four losses happening in the last three games. To be fair to them, in two of those, they played against real heavyweights – the San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys.

However, in their most recent game, the Eagles lost to the Seattle Seahawks, who were 5-point underdogs before the game. Philly lost 20-17, but they’re the only ones to blame. They could’ve done better defensively – they conceded a touchdown in the final drive of the game.

They also could’ve done better offensively. Their running game was alright, particularly the one of their quarterback Jalen Hurts who scored two rushing TDs that day. Their passing game, however, was disappointing.

Even though A. J. Brown and DeVonta Smith made five receptions each, gaining 50+ yards each, neither of them managed to record a touchdown. The reason why this should worry them is that that was the second game in a row that they failed to score a passing TD. Another reason for concern is that pass defense is actually one of the few things the Giants have been doing well in 2023.

New York Giants vs. Philadelphia Eagles Prediction

The Philadelphia Eagles will win this game, we have no doubt about that. However, we don’t think they’re going to cover the 12-point spread. The Giants will come into this game stress-free, which could make them more creative, the result of which is that we might see them score a couple of TDs on Christmas.

Picks: New York Giants +12.0 & Over 42.5 Points

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