Overview
- Eight mobile sportsbooks are approved for day one, including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, Caesars, Fanatics, bet365, Circa, and theScore Bet.
- Underdog withdrew its Missouri sportsbook application to focus on prediction markets, keeps its DFS license, and has a Crypto.com-backed prediction platform live in the state.
- The Kansas City Royals are pursuing a new wagering partner after Underdog’s exit, and the St. Louis Blues are reassessing a separate multi-year marketing deal.
- DraftKings will mark the launch with a Dec. 1 event at The Palladium in St. Louis featuring Tony Gonzalez, Isaac Bruce, and Brett Hull placing ceremonial first bets, plus a $50,000 donation to the Veterans Community Project and a new Spanish-language app option.
- Analysts project Missouri sports betting GGR of $432.9 million in 2026 and $497.8 million in 2027, and Kansas officials expect a slowdown as cross-border bettors return to Missouri.