88-cent bet leads to jackpot prize at Massachusetts casino

After betting only 88 cents, a MGM Springfield casino player won a nearly $20,000 jackpot.

The slot machine player bet on the game “Good Fortune” on Aug. 12. The jackpot prize was worth $19,284.53.

Overall, there are over 1,500 slot machines at MGM Springfield.

In February, the casino paid out more than $9.9 million in jackpot prizes. March had 56 jackpot winners, and by April, winnings totaled $12.1 million at the Springfield casino. The momentum continued in May with over $12.5 million paid out, including a $41,600 win on “Video Poker.” June brought another $12.1 million in jackpots, highlighted by an $80,000 “Video Poker” win on June 20. July had the largest amount of payouts with more than $12.9 million.

Players must be 21 years or older.

For those who need help with responsible gaming, call the helpline at 1-800-327-5050 or go to GameSenseMA.com.

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