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DraftKings Predictions Promo Offers Trade $5, Get $150 for MLB Weekend Games

New users can capitalize on a special welcome offer for MLB action and other events.

Business & Markets • 2 months ago
DraftKings Predictions Promo Offers Trade $5, Get $150 for MLB Weekend Games

DraftKings Predictions is offering a new user promotion where customers can trade $5 and receive $150 in prediction dollars. This offer is valid for MLB weekend games, including the upcoming series between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

The promotion is available to first-time users who sign up via the DraftKings Predictions promo code. The welcome package includes $150 in prediction dollars to be used on various events, such as MLB games and NFL preseason action.

This new venture for DraftKings expands into the prediction market, allowing users to trade contracts on financial markets, events, and sports. The platform is registered as a CFTC-registered Introducing Broker and an NFA member.

The DraftKings Predictions promo is accessible in most U.S. states, including Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Maine and New Hampshire are the only states where the service is not currently offered.

A select group of 18 states offers all markets, including sports. These states are California, Hawaii, Alaska, Idaho, Utah, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, Florida, Delaware, and Rhode Island.

The Brewers and Dodgers are set to continue their four-game series in Los Angeles on Saturday, featuring a pitching matchup between Jacob Misiorowski and Justin Wrobleski.

DraftKings specifies that the offer is for one per new customer, requiring a minimum $5 first-time trade. The $150 is issued as non-withdrawable Prediction Dollars, expiring in one year. Customers will receive $50 in Prediction Dollars every 7 days for 14 days, with click-to-claims expiring seven days after issuance. The promotion ends on August 23, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. Trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all individuals. Market availability and eligibility restrictions apply.


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