Oct. 24, 2025
(Baltimore) — The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission (MLGCC) today authorized Canton Gaming’s location in Pikesville to commence retail sports wagering operations with its operator partner, Crab Services.
On Oct. 21 and Oct. 23, Canton Gaming and Crab Services successfully completed controlled demonstrations of their facility at 1008 Reisterstown Road in Pikesville (Baltimore County). Customers participated in live wagering on those two dates as Maryland Lottery and Gaming staff ensured that the facility complied with all required procedures and that its systems functioned properly.
There are 13 retail sportsbook locations currently operating in Maryland along with 12 mobile sports wagering platforms. Through the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 (July 2025 through September 2025) sports wagering has contributed more than $29.7 million to the state. Retail sports wagering operators contribute 15% of their taxable proceeds to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund, which supports public education programs. Mobile sports wagering operators contribute 15% of their taxable proceeds to the Blueprint Fund and 5% to the state’s General Fund.
Maryland Lottery and Gaming reports sports wagering revenue figures on 10th of each month. The reports are available online at mdgaming.com.
About Maryland Lottery and Gaming
Maryland Lottery and Gaming operates the Maryland Lottery and is responsible for regulatory oversight of the state’s casinos and sports wagering program. In its regulatory role, the agency provides direction and guidance to casino and sports wagering operators on financial, security, regulatory and licensing procedures. To keep Marylanders informed and to maintain transparency of casino and sports wagering operations, monthly financial reports are posted on mdgaming.com. Maryland Lottery and Gaming strongly encourages responsible play. Maryland residents can obtain confidential help with a gambling problem at no cost by calling 1-800-GAMBLER or visiting mdgamblinghelp.org.