In fact, Maryland sportsbooks in the first nine days accumulated a handle of $186 million. Of course, Maryland mobile sports betting also made its debut in November as an additional source of state revenue. Since 1973, lottery ticket sales have generated more than $31.5 billion in prizes to players and contributed more than $18.6 billion to the State of Maryland, making the Lottery one of the state’s leading revenue sources. That 50th Anniversary Cash Bash Promotion has a dramatic conclusion at the Maryland State Fair in September, where 10 finalists will vie for a grand prize of up to $5 million. That’s still another chance for players to win up to $5 million by entering eligible scratch-offs and draw game tickets. In February, another promotion will launch - the 50th Anniversary Cash Bash Promotion. “It’s exciting for us to mark this moment in history and share it with our players, retailers and all of Maryland,” Maryland Lottery & Gaming Director John Martin said of the State Lottery’s 50 th anniversary and the plans associated with it. Three of those $5 million prizes will be offered. The contest will offer a Maryland all-time top prize for a scratch-off of $5 million. Specifically, a new high-end $50 scratch-off ticket called 50 Years! is being introduced in February. The new year represents the 50 th year of The Maryland Lottery and the golden anniversary will mean some serious gold for a handful of lucky winners.
