DraftKings ending live betting at Wrigley Field, cites IL operation costs
DraftKings will cease live betting operations at Wrigley Field due to high operational costs in Illinois. The last day for in-person bets will be May 31, but the venue will continue to operate as a sports bar. DraftKings remains committed to its online sportsbook services and its partnership with the Chicago Cubs.
- ▪DraftKings is ending live betting at Wrigley Field because of high operational costs in Illinois.
- ▪The last day for placing in-person bets will be May 31.
- ▪The venue will continue to function as a sports bar, while online betting will still be available.
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| Original publisher | Yahoo Sports |
| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/draftkings-ending-live-betting-wrigley-162105448.html |
| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 16:21:05 +0000 |
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