Brant James

Lead Writer

Brant James is a veteran journalist who has twice been recognized in the Associated Press Sports Editors Awards, most recently in 2020. He's covered motorsports, the National Hockey League and Major League Baseball among a myriad of others beats and written enterprise and sports business for publications including USA TODAY, ESPN.com, SI.com.

Posts by Brant James:

Compact Voided With Escrow Shared From Seminole Paying Revenue Share

Seminoles Halt Revenue Share Payments To Florida From Voided Gambling Deal

The Seminole Tribe of Florida has halted paying installments of the $500 million yearly revenue share to the state with the Compact nullified.

Posted on: May 4, 2022 | | Brant James

Legislators advances sports betting bill in Massachusetts

Massachusetts Sports Betting Effort Has Miles To Go Before Finish Line

Massachusetts legislators advance sports betting bill, but there are many details to work out before it ever comes to a vote.

Posted on: May 3, 2022 | | Brant James

Florida Gamblers Are Split Between Rooting For DeSantis And Disney

Malice In Wonderland: Florida Gambling Titans DeSantis, Disney Tussle Over Law

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Walt Disney Corp. have also been on the opposite side of the state's gambling issues.

Posted on: May 2, 2022 | | Brant James

Possible Casino Expansion In Florida Gulf Coast County Mulls

Charlotte County, Florida Residents Could Get Vote On Future Casino Expansion

In Charlotte County, Florida, voters may vote on future casino expansion, but the state hasn't legalized them yet.

Posted on: April 28, 2022 | | Brant James

MLB Players Allowed To Sign Sports Betting Deals Under CBA That Ended Lockout

MLB players earned the right to sign personal sports betting sponsorships in the Collective Bargaining Agreement ending the 2022 lockout.

Posted on: April 20, 2022 | | Brant James

Sports Betting Has Changed Kevin Loves Job

Kevin Love On Future, Endorsements, How Sports Betting Has Changed His Job

Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love discusses sports betting and becoming a sportsbook brand ambassador, plus more.

Posted on: April 9, 2022 | | Brant James

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