The state of Pennsylvania has officially joined the ranks of states pooling online poker players, enhancing the gaming experience for those in the Keystone State. With BetMGM Poker and Borgata Poker already merging their player bases with Michigan and New Jersey, and WSOP Online soon to follow, the competition is heating up. However, PokerStars has yet to get on board, leaving many players wondering when they’ll be able to join the fun.
Key Points
- Pennsylvania now connects with online poker players across Michigan and New Jersey through BetMGM and Borgata networks.
- WSOP Online has added Pennsylvania to its existing pool, which includes Michigan, New Jersey, and Nevada.
- Pennsylvania has the largest population of legal online poker players, making its inclusion in the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA) significant.
- Governor Josh Shapiro emphasised the benefits of larger player pools, promising a more vibrant and competitive online poker environment.
- PokerStars, while a leading poker platform in Pennsylvania, has not yet merged its player pool with other states, leaving players in limbo.
Why should I read this?
If you’re into online poker, you won’t want to miss out on this explosive expansion happening in Pennsylvania. With BetMGM and WSOP’s move to combine player pools, the stakes are higher than ever and the games are set to be more exciting. Meanwhile, PokerStars is lagging behind, so keep an eye out for updates. We’ve read this so you don’t have to sort through the details—just know that the online poker scene is about to get a lot more interesting!
