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Michigan Sports
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Michigan sports betting is live in the Wolverine State. Compare all 12 licensed sportsbooks, claim the best bonuses, and start betting responsibly.

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13Licensed Sportsbooks
21+Minimum Age
$330.5MAugust 2026 Handle
$85.2MAugust 2026 Tax Receipts
Legal SinceJan 22, 2021
RegulatorMichigan Gaming Control Board
Tax Rate8.4% on Revenue
Active Operators13 OSB · 15 iGaming
Latest MGCB Data · Reported September 18, 2026
August 2026 snapshot: Michigan operators reported $337.6M in combined iGaming + sports betting gross receipts (−2.5% MoM) and $85.2M in state, city and tribal payments.
$330.5M OSB Handle $303.0M iGaming GR $34.6M OSB GR
See the full August 2026 report →
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Expert Reviewed

Best Michigan Sportsbooks

All 12 licensed online sportsbooks operating in Michigan, independently reviewed and ranked. Each operator is regulated by the Michigan Gaming Control Board and fully legal for anyone 21+ within state lines.

#1

FanDuel

Market Leader
4.9/5
Get $250 in Bonus Bets When You Wager $5 for 5 Days ($50 Bonus Bets Per Day)
Wager $5+ each day for 5 consecutive days; $50 in Bonus Bets per day, up to $250 total
  • Detroit Lions official sportsbook partner
  • Detroit Pistons official partner
  • Michigan #1 market share
  • Best-in-class mobile experience
Min Deposit$5
Withdrawal24-48 hrs
App Rating4.9 ★
Claim FanDuel OfferGet $250 in Bonus Bets When You Wager $5 for 5 Days ($50 Bonus Bets Per Day)
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New customers only. Get $250 in Bonus Bets when you wager $5 for 5 days ($50 in Bonus Bets per day). Sign up, verify your account, and deposit at least $5, then place a single online real-money wager of $5+ between 3AM ET and 11:59 PM ET on each of 5 consecutive days. The 5-day period begins on your first eligible wager once you opt in. Max bonus $50 per day. Bonus issued as non-withdrawable Bonus Bets that expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com.

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#2

DraftKings

Major Brand
4.9/5
Bet $5, Get $200 + 20% Deposit Match
Bonus bets paid instantly, win or lose · 20% deposit match up to $1,000 secondary · valid through July 1, 2026
  • Detroit Pistons official sportsbook partner
  • Detroit Tigers official partner
  • Bay Mills Indian Community market access
  • Day-one Michigan launch (Jan 22, 2021)
Min Deposit$5
Withdrawal24-72 hrs
App Rating4.9 ★
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#3

theScore Bet

News Integration
4.3/5
Bet $10, Get $100
If first bet wins · valid through July 31, 2026
  • Hollywood Casino at Greektown market access
  • theScore content, scores, news embedded in app
  • Rebranded from ESPN BET in December 2025 after Disney exited the license
  • Detroit Tigers ad partner
Min Deposit$10
Withdrawal24-72 hrs
App Rating4.2 ★
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#4

BetMGM

Detroit Anchor
4.8/5
Up to $1,500 First Bet Refund
Stake refunded as bonus bets if first bet loses · MI retains $1,500 legacy tier (PA/NJ pivoted to $150-win in May 2026) · valid through July 31, 2026
  • MGM Grand Detroit casino anchor
  • Detroit Pistons official partner
  • M life Rewards integration with MGM nationwide
  • Strong NHL and soccer markets
Min Deposit$10
Withdrawal24-72 hrs
App Rating4.7 ★
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#5

Caesars Sportsbook

Rewards
4.6/5
10× 100% Profit Boost Tokens
$1 qualifying bet · $25 max stake each · valid through Aug 18, 2026
  • Hollywood Casino at Greektown anchor
  • Detroit Red Wings official sportsbook partner
  • Caesars Rewards (LV Strip + Atlantic City comps)
  • Acquired WynnBET Michigan in 2024
Min Deposit$10
Withdrawal24-72 hrs
App Rating4.6 ★
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#6

BetRivers

Loyalty
4.5/5
2nd Chance Bet up to $500
Bonus bet refund if first bet loses · BetRivers signature MI offer · valid through July 15, 2026
  • Little River Band of Ottawa Indians market access
  • Operated by Rush Street Interactive
  • iRush Rewards loyalty
  • Day-one Michigan launch (Jan 22, 2021)
Min Deposit$10
Withdrawal24-72 hrs
App Rating4.5 ★
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#7

bet365

Live Betting
4.7/5
Bet $5, Get $150
If first bet wins · valid through June 30, 2026 · five $30 bonus bets across NBA Finals/MLB
  • Hollywood Casino at Greektown market access
  • Launched Michigan September 2023
  • Best-in-class live cash-out
  • 40+ sports including international soccer
Min Deposit$10
Withdrawal24-48 hrs
App Rating4.6 ★
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21+ and present in MI. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-270-7117.

#8

Fanatics Sportsbook

Merch Rewards
4.5/5
Get up to 1,000 FanCash Matched Bets
100% bet match up to 100 FanCash per day for 10 days
  • Soaring Eagle Casino market access
  • Detroit Lions partnership
  • Acquired PointsBet U.S. business in 2023
  • FanCash redeemable for sports merchandise
Min Deposit$5
Withdrawal24-72 hrs
App Rating4.8 ★
Claim Fanatics Sportsbook OfferGet up to 1,000 FanCash Matched Bets
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Up to 1,000 FanCash Matched Bets. New customers in AZ, CO, CT, DC, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WV, or WY. Apply promotion in bet slip and place a $1+ cash wager (min odds -200) daily for 10 consecutive days starting day of account creation. FanCash rewards will equal the qualifying wager amount (max 100 FanCash/day). FanCash issued under this promotion expires at 11:59 p.m. ET 7 days from issuance. Terms, incl. FanCash terms, apply—see Fanatics Sportsbook app.

21+ and present in MI. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-270-7117.

#9

Hard Rock Bet

Loyalty
4.5/5
Bet $100, Get $100
Instant bonus bet plus daily boosts
  • Sault Ste. Marie Tribe market access
  • Unity by Hard Rock loyalty program
  • Launched Michigan December 2025
  • Hard Rock Hotel/Casino festival perks
Min Deposit$10
Withdrawal24-72 hrs
App Rating4.5 ★
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21+ and present in MI. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-270-7117.

#10

FireKeepers Sportsbook

Tribal Local
4.3/5
Welcome Bonus
Tribal-exclusive welcome offer (varies)
  • FireKeepers Casino Battle Creek anchor
  • Nottawaseppi Huron Band tribal operator
  • Local Michigan brand
  • Launched 2021
Min Deposit$10
Withdrawal24-72 hrs
App Rating4.2 ★
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21+ and present in MI. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-270-7117.

#11

Four Winds Sportsbook

Tribal Brand
4.2/5
Welcome Offer
Pokagon Band tribal welcome
  • Four Winds Casino market access
  • Pokagon Band of Potawatomi tribal operator
  • SBTech platform
  • Local Michigan brand
Min Deposit$10
Withdrawal24-72 hrs
App Rating4.0 ★
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21+ and present in MI. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-270-7117.

#12

Eagle Casino Sports

Tribal Niche
4.2/5
First Bet Bonus
Saginaw Chippewa welcome
  • Soaring Eagle Casino market access
  • Saginaw Chippewa Tribe operator
  • Independent online skin
  • Local Michigan presence
Min Deposit$10
Withdrawal48-72 hrs
App Rating4.0 ★
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21+ and present in MI. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-270-7117.

August 2026

Welcome Bonus Comparison

Side-by-side comparison of every welcome offer available to new Michigan bettors. See the full guide →

Sportsbook Welcome Bonus Condition Min Deposit
FanDuel Get $250 in Bonus Bets When You Wager $5 for 5 Days ($50 Bonus Bets Per Day) Wager $5+ each day for 5 consecutive days; $50 in Bonus Bets per day, up to $250 total $5
DraftKings Bet $5, Get $200 + 20% Deposit Match Bonus bets paid instantly, win or lose · 20% deposit match up to $1,000 secondary · valid through July 1, 2026 $5
theScore Bet Bet $10, Get $100 If first bet wins · valid through July 31, 2026 $10
BetMGM Up to $1,500 First Bet Refund Stake refunded as bonus bets if first bet loses · MI retains $1,500 legacy tier (PA/NJ pivoted to $150-win in May 2026) · valid through July 31, 2026 $10
Caesars Sportsbook 10× 100% Profit Boost Tokens $1 qualifying bet · $25 max stake each · valid through Aug 18, 2026 $10
BetRivers 2nd Chance Bet up to $500 Bonus bet refund if first bet loses · BetRivers signature MI offer · valid through July 15, 2026 $10
bet365 Bet $5, Get $150 If first bet wins · valid through June 30, 2026 · five $30 bonus bets across NBA Finals/MLB $10
Fanatics Sportsbook Get up to 1,000 FanCash Matched Bets 100% bet match up to 100 FanCash per day for 10 days $5
Hard Rock Bet Bet $100, Get $100 Instant bonus bet plus daily boosts $10
FireKeepers Sportsbook Welcome Bonus Tribal-exclusive welcome offer (varies) $10
Four Winds Sportsbook Welcome Offer Pokagon Band tribal welcome $10
Eagle Casino Sports First Bet Bonus Saginaw Chippewa welcome $10
Step by Step

How to Start Betting in Michigan

From choosing a sportsbook to placing your first wager, here is exactly how to get started with legal sports betting in the Wolverine State.

01

Choose a Sportsbook

Pick a licensed Michigan sportsbook from our reviewed list above. Each operator is regulated by the Michigan Gaming Control Board.

02

Create Your Account

Provide your name, email, address, phone number, and last four digits of your SSN. Geolocation confirms you are in Michigan.

03

Claim Your Bonus

Enter any promo code during registration or on your first deposit. Each sportsbook has unique welcome offers — compare before committing.

04

Fund & Start Betting

Make your first deposit via bank transfer, debit card, PayPal, or other accepted methods. Most sportsbooks have $5-$10 minimums.

Full Markets

What Can You Bet On?

Michigan sportsbooks cover all major professional and college sports.

🏈

NFL

Lions 2026: TNF at Bills (8:15pm Prime, early Sept), SNF at Panthers (8:20pm NBC), traditional Thanksgiving home game. Visit Cardinals 4:25 Fox. Five-plus stand-alone primetime windows expected. Super Bowl futures, player props

🏀

NBA

Detroit Pistons (FanDuel partner, DraftKings partner) — 2026-27 season tips off late October; 3x NBA champions, NBA Championship and Central Division futures, nightly player props

⚾

MLB

Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park — 4-time World Series champions, full MLB coverage

🏒

NHL

Detroit Red Wings — Original Six franchise; 2026-27 season drops the puck in early October; Stanley Cup and Atlantic Division futures, puck lines, nightly totals

🏈

College Football

Michigan Wolverines (2023 CFP Champions), Michigan State Spartans, Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan, Western Michigan

🎓

College Basketball

Michigan Wolverines, Michigan State Spartans — deep Big Ten betting markets, March Madness

🏁

Auto Racing

FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway — NASCAR, IndyCar, F1 markets

⚽

Soccer / MLS

Premier League, Champions League, MLS, FIFA World Cup 2026

Legal Framework

Michigan Sports Betting Laws

📜 Lawful Sports Betting Act (HB 4916)

Michigan legalized sports betting through the Lawful Sports Betting Act (HB 4916), signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer in 2019. Online betting launched on January 22, 2021. The Michigan Gaming Control Board oversees all operations.

💰 Tax Structure

Operators pay 8.4% on adjusted gross sports betting receipts. Revenue supports state programs including responsible gambling initiatives and education.

📋 Licensing

Michigan currently has 12 licensed online sportsbook operators, all overseen by the MGCB.

🎓 College Betting

Michigan is one of the most open states for college sports betting — you can bet on in-state teams like the Michigan Wolverines and Michigan State Spartans. Spreads, totals and futures are available. Some operators voluntarily remove individual collegiate player props per NCAA guidance. High school sports betting is strictly prohibited.

📍 Retail Sportsbooks

Michigan has retail sportsbooks at all three Detroit commercial casinos — MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity Casino, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown — plus tribal casinos across the state including FireKeepers, Soaring Eagle, Four Winds, and Turtle Creek.

🔒 Age & Location

You must be at least 21 years old and physically located within Michigan to place legal sports bets. Residency is not required. Geolocation technology verifies your location.

Key Timeline

May 2018 Supreme Court strikes down PASPA, opening the door for state legalization
Dec 2019 Governor Gretchen Whitmer signs HB 4916 (Lawful Sports Betting Act) legalizing both retail and online betting
Mar 11, 2020 Retail sports betting launches at three Detroit casinos — but COVID-19 shuts them down shortly after
Jan 22, 2021 Online sports betting launches statewide with multiple operators going live on day one
Sep 2023 bet365 launches in Michigan via Hollywood Casino at Greektown
Nov 14, 2023 PENN Entertainment rebrands Barstool Sportsbook as ESPN BET under a 10-year ESPN brand-licensing deal
Jun 2024 Caesars acquires WynnBET's Michigan sportsbook and iGaming business, partnering with Sault Ste. Marie tribe
Dec 2, 2025 Hard Rock Bet launches in Michigan, bringing Unity rewards program to the state
Dec 2025 Michigan sets new monthly gross gaming revenue record of $66.45M
Feb 2026 Governor Whitmer proposes per-wager fee ($0.25-$0.50) mirroring Illinois — faces immediate Republican opposition
May 2026 Michigan reports $382.5M combined iGaming + online sports betting gross receipts (+3.1% MoM); OSB handle $457.6M; $87.2M paid in state, city and tribal payments
Jun 2026 Combined iGaming + online sports betting gross receipts ease to $341.3M (−10.8% MoM) on the summer lull; OSB handle $366.1M; $84.7M paid in state, city and tribal payments
Jul 2026 Michigan reports $346.13M combined iGaming + online sports betting gross receipts (+1.4% MoM); OSB handle $355.2M; $85.8M paid in state, city and tribal payments
Aug 2026 Combined iGaming + online sports betting gross receipts ease to $337.6M (−2.5% MoM); OSB handle $330.5M; $85.2M paid in state, city and tribal payments
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is sports betting legal in Michigan?

Yes. Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the Lawful Sports Betting Act in December 2019. Retail betting launched March 11, 2020, and online betting followed on January 22, 2021. The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) regulates the industry.

How old do I have to be to bet in Michigan?

You must be at least 21 years old to place sports bets in Michigan online or at commercial casinos. Some tribal casinos allow 18+ for retail betting, but online betting is strictly 21+.

How many sportsbooks are in Michigan?

As of August 2026, 15 commercial and tribal operators are authorized by the Michigan Gaming Control Board. Of those, 13 offer online sports betting and all 15 offer online casino (iGaming). The sportsbooks include FanDuel, DraftKings, BetMGM, Caesars, bet365, Fanatics, BetRivers, Hard Rock Bet, theScore Bet, FireKeepers, Four Winds and Eagle Casino Sports.

Can I bet on the Michigan Wolverines or Michigan State Spartans?

Yes. Michigan is one of the most open states for college sports betting — you can bet on in-state teams including the Wolverines and Spartans without restrictions. Spreads, totals and futures are available. Some operators voluntarily remove individual collegiate player props per NCAA guidance. High school sports betting is prohibited.

Do I need to be a Michigan resident?

No. Anyone 21 or older who is physically located within Michigan can place legal sports bets. Geolocation technology verifies your location within state lines.

What is the tax rate on Michigan sports betting?

Michigan taxes online sports betting operators at 8.4% of adjusted gross receipts (AGR), one of the most competitive rates in the country. iGaming (online casino) is taxed at 20–28% of AGR depending on volume tiers. In August 2026 operators sent $62.8M in state taxes ($61.2M iGaming + $1.6M sports betting) plus $13.9M to the City of Detroit and $8.5M from tribal operators to their governing bodies. Individual bettors owe 4.25% Michigan state income tax on winnings plus federal taxes.

Are retail sportsbooks available?

Yes. Michigan has retail sportsbooks at the three Detroit commercial casinos (MGM Grand Detroit, MotorCity, Hollywood Casino at Greektown) plus numerous tribal casinos including FireKeepers, Soaring Eagle, Four Winds, and Turtle Creek.

Can I play online casino games in Michigan?

Yes. Michigan is one of the few states with legal online casino gaming alongside sports betting. All the major sportsbooks also offer online casino products including slots, table games, and live dealer games.

What is the proposed per-wager fee?

In February 2026, Governor Whitmer proposed copying Illinois per-wager fee structure: $0.25 per bet on the first 20 million wagers and $0.50 beyond. The proposal would generate an estimated $39 million annually, but faces strong Republican opposition in the Michigan House. If passed, operators would likely pass costs to bettors as seen in Illinois.