The state of Illinois legalized sports gambling last summer, and immediately speculation began about the Cubs possibly opening some sort of sports book at Wrigley Field, or nearby.
Thursday, that speculation became reality with the Cubs announcing a partnership with DraftKings to do exactly that:
“This is truly a historic moment, as we are thrilled to align with the renowned Chicago Cubs franchise and iconic Wrigley Field to provide sports bettors in Chicago with a revolutionary sports betting experience” said Matt Kalish, Co-founder and President, DraftKings North America. “As two organizations that share a mutual passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, we look forward to working in collaboration with the Cubs, an organization steeped in tradition, and making our presence felt in and around Wrigleyville.