ESPN, the "worldwide leader in sports," is potentially joining the Minnesota sports betting market with its new deal with PENN Entertainment. ESPN BET Minnesota could be coming to a smartphone near you soon!
🚀 Expected Launch: | 2024 |
📝 ESPN BET MN Promo Code: | TBD |
🎁 ESPN BET MN Promo: | $1K Deposit Match |
🤝 ESPN BET MN Partner: | PENN Entertainment |
📲 Apple/Android Ratings: | N/A |
✅ Last Verified: | September 11, 2024 |
It is unclear when ESPN BET MN will go live. Minnesota is still in the process of legalizing sports betting.
Nationally, ESPN BET Sportsbook will go live on Nov. 14, 2023.
It’s not clear who ESPN BET Minnesota will look to partner with in the state. They will most likely rely on partnerships that Barstool Sportsbook in Minnesota established in other states to find a potential partnership in the state.
Nationally, ESPN BET is powered by PENN Entertainment.
As of now, there is no ESPN BET Sportsbook Minnesota retail sportsbook. As Minnesota continues down the road toward legalizing sports betting, this could very well change.
Since ESPN BET has not launched yet, there is no official ESPN BET Sportsbook Minnesota bonus code. It’s possible to speculate on what kind of ESPN BET bonus code Minnesota users could have access to based on what Barstool offered in other states.
We can expect that the promo code for ESPN BET Minnesota will be very similar to Barstool’s current offer, which is a $1,000 Deposit Match bonus that does not require a promo code. It is available to all first-time users who have not deposited yet.
It remains to be seen at this time what the specific ESPN BET welcome offer will be, as the sportsbook has not launched in Minnesota yet. When it does, it’s safe to anticipate that the new site owned by PENN Entertainment will function closely to how Barstool Sportsbook’s site does now.
When you sign up for a new player account and make your first deposit, the operator will automatically match your deposit up to $1,000 in eligible cashback.
While ESPN BET Minnesota will most likely tailor its promotion to stay competitive with other Minnesota sportsbook promos, we can anticipate that the structure of ESPN BET Sportsbook Minnesota’s promotion will closely resemble Barstool’s existing $1,000 deposit match bonus.
Sports bettors in Minnesota will no doubt be eager to get access to ESPN BET Minnesota when it does become available. They may be so eager to see the new sportsbook collaboration between PENN Entertainment and the Worldwide Leader in Sports that they’ll pass over the most important consideration when signing up for a new sportsbook - bonus and promotion codes!
While sports bettors do not need to use promotional offers or bonuses when depositing, they miss out on a tremendous opportunity to maximize their initial deposit and avoid making multiple deposits. This is especially beneficial for first-time sports bettors who may need to become more familiar with the mechanisms of sports betting.
Given the early stages of the Minnesota sports betting legislation, it’s a good time to take a look at other potential sportsbooks ESPN BET can expect to compete against.
One area of competition that ESPN BET will have is in promo offers that appeal to lower-volume bettors. Lower volume bettors tend to be less experienced, and therefore gravitate towards bonuses and promotional offers with lower barriers of entry.
The DraftKings Minnesota sign-up promo is a bet-and-get offer in other states. Betting $5 and getting $200 in bonus bets is quite competitive with ESPN BET's expected $1,000 match deposit bonus. It will certainly be competitive when attracting more recreational, lower-volume bettors.
The FanDuel Minnesota promo can expect to remain competitive vs. ESPN BET's. They, like DraftKings, have a “Bet $5, Get $150 in bonus bets” offer currently. ESPN will have to utilize its brand recognition and marketing to come up with creative offers to compete against big, established sportsbooks like FanDuel and DraftKings.
While legislation still needs to be passed in Minnesota, we can expect that ESPN BET Sportsbook Minnesota promo codes will be similar to Barstool Sportsbook's offers now. The ESPN BET promotions Minnesota that users will have access to will likely include seasonal options, incentivizing bettors to try out different types of wagers to get in on the fun.
Parlay Club
Online sportsbooks love parlays, and ESPN BET Minnesota will likely be no different. For this likely ESPN BET bonus, users have to place four $10+ four-leg parlays during the promotion period. Regardless of the results, they’ll earn a $5 bonus within 72 hours of the promotion period ending.
Prop Bets
Barstool Sportsbook is well-known for its prop bets, sometimes driven by personalities and pundits across their digital network. ESPN BET could continue offering specialized prop bets, sometimes even daily specials. Check the Promotions tab of the rebranded ESPN BET app or site when it launches for new prop bets each day.
Quick Bets
Barstool Sportsbook just released a new quick betting feature, so it stands to reason that could continue as a part of ESPN BET. Quick betting is limited-time, faster live betting, with wagers only available for a short period as a game is progressing.
At this time, there is no referral promo, but we can safely anticipate that ESPN BET Minnesota will introduce a refer-a-friend bonus when it launches.
Given that Barstool Sportsbook has an existing rewards program with PENN Entertainment, it’s safe to assume that ESPN BET Minnesota will have something similar when partnered with ESPN. With ESPN's relationships, the new sportsbook will likely have more options in their rewards program than PENN Entertainment does now.
Currently, PENN Entertainment offers PENN Play, a tiered rewards system that allows players to redeem points on items, trips, and discounts on travel at PENN-associated locations. Below is an explanation of what is available from each tier of Penn Play. You can expect to see something similar to this when ESPN BET Minnesota goes live.
🎲 PLAY | Special offers and promotions Earn & redeem PENN Cash Lowest hotel rate guaranteed Access to entertainment presales |
💪 ADVANTAGE | Access to Real-Time Rewards, for app users only at 3K Tier Points Up to 10% cruise discount with Norwegian Cruise Line Annual rollover points |
⭐️ PREFERRED | VIP Lounge access, where available. Restrictions may apply Access to Real Time Rewards, for app users only Annual Las Vegas stay package at M Resort Spa Casino Annual complimentary cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line at 25,000 Tier Points Annual complimentary stay at Baha Mar Resort in Nassau, Bahamas at 25,000 Tier Points Annual rollover points |
🏆 ELITE | VIP Lounge access, where available. Restrictions may apply Access to Real Time Rewards, for app users only Annual Las Vegas stay package at M Resort Spa Casino Complimentary rooms at any PENN Play Destination Companion card at 100K Tier Points Guaranteed personal host Annual complimentary cruise in an oceanview cabin with Norwegian Cruise Line Annual complimentary stay at Baha Mar Resort in Nassau, Bahamas Annual rollover points |
👑 OWNERS CLUB | VIP Lounge access, where available. Restrictions may apply Access to Real Time Rewards, for app users only Annual Las Vegas stay package at M Resort Spa Casino Complimentary rooms at any PENN Play Destination Companion card Guaranteed personal host Annual complimentary cruise in a balcony cabin with Norwegian Cruise Line Annual complimentary stay at Baha Mar Resort in Nassau, Bahamas Annual $500 travel reimbursement Annual luxury gift at 400,000 Tier Points Annual rollover points |
There is not a team-specific NFL promo that has been specified for ESPN BET Minnesota, but based on what Barstool Sportsbook currently offers, it is reasonable to expect that ESPN BET Minnesota will continue to have NFL-specific promotions, including Overtime Protection insurance, Primetime "Power Hour" odds boosts and specials for the highest-scoring NFL game.
It remains to be seen if they’ll do any partnerships with the Minnesota Vikings or college teams like the Minnesota Golden Gophers.
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At this time, ESPN BET Minnesota does not have any existing promotions with teams or retail locations in Minnesota. When sports betting becomes legal in Minnesota, we anticipate that ESPN BET will look to form partnerships with local teams and brick-and-mortar casinos in the state. This strategy is commonplace for sportsbooks looking to get a foot into a new state market.
We anticipate that the ESPN brand will benefit tremendously from forming partnerships with businesses and organizations in Minnesota.
Regardless of the timeline for Minnesota sports betting legislation, ESPN BET has positioned itself extremely well to take advantage of the state's emerging sports betting market. Between the strength of the ESPN brand, combined with the acquisition of PENN Entertainment’s top-of-the-line sports betting software, the future appears bright for ESPN BET Minnesota.
While they’ll have to wait on the slow wheels of government to get into the market, we are confident that the combination of brand and technology will make for a great experience for Minnesota sports bettors.
ESPN BET is the Worldwide Leader in Sports' first foray into the sports gambling space. Their strategic partnership with PENN Entertainment will vault the new brand into immediate relevance in the online sports betting world.
ESPN BET Minnesota will be known for its custom-built app that offers a wide variety of sports for bettors. It also offers a range of seasonal promotions throughout the year that will target its main customer base, giving users plenty of enticing options throughout the sports calendar to win big.
ESPN BET Sportsbook Minnesota runs on a quick, custom-built application structure so that bettors can stay connected while on the go. ESPN BET Minnesota’s app will stand out in the crowded field of potential Minnesota betting apps with a no-code deposit bonus and a wide variety of sports betting markets.
For those interested in getting started on their phone, they’ll simply have to download the ESPN BET Minnesota app from the Google Play store or Apple App Store when it becomes available and sign up for an account.
The ESPN BET Minnesota betting app will stand out because of the foundation it’s built on. The speed and ease of navigation in the app will make it stand out against other competitors in the space.
You won't have to download the ESPN BET app in order to place bets. The mobile experience of ESPN BET Minnesota will translate beautifully into the desktop experience as well. The desktop site, especially when viewed on a large monitor, offers all of the features of the mobile site on one big screen at your fingertips.
ESPN Bet MN allows its users to use the platform that they are most comfortable with to place bets.
What stands out about the ESPN BET Minnesota app experience is the speed of the app. It's nearly unparalleled in comparison to other sportsbook apps when it comes to navigating between menus and other pages.
High ratings in the Google Play store and Apple App store for the Barstool Sportsbook app bode well for ESPN BET's technical aptitude.
Positives of the ESPN BET App
Negatives of the ESPN BET App
When the app becomes available in Minnesota, it should be very easy for anyone with a smartphone to access. The ESPN BET Minnesota app will be available in both major smartphone app stores, the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.
A quick search for the app in either store will locate the ESPN BET Minnesota betting app. Click "Get" or "Download" to get the app onto your home screen, and sign up for an account.
Signing up for an ESPN BET Minnesota account will be easy and straightforward.
As with all online sportsbooks, unique features help set it apart from the rest, and PENN's sportsbook is no different. That said, there is still a transition to come, so we don't know for sure which ones will carry over once ESPN BET launches.
Live betting is a big driver for sports bettors, and based on what other sportsbooks are doing, it’s fair to anticipate that live betting will be a big feature of ESPN BET Minnesota. Barstool Sportsbook, the framework for ESPN Bet Minnesota, emphasizes live betting opportunities by calling them out in the top navigation and on the "Featured" tab on the left-hand side of the page.
Odds boosts are a great way to compete with other sportsbooks to get customers and are prominently featured with Barstool, too. Under the left-hand navigation tab, you’ll find all of the odds boosts listed for the day so you can take advantage of better payouts.
Personalization is a must in our digital world, and Barstool's personalized promos will no doubt continue with ESPN BET Minnesota. With ESPN+ subscriber base and ESPN's fantasy user database at its disposal, the opportunities for highly individualized promotions and account settings are endless for ESPN BET.
It’s possible that there will be more options available to users once ESPN BET Minnesota goes live. Based on Barstool Sportsbook's current framework, many common options that are available at most online sportsbooks are available here.
ESPN BET Minnesota users will have access to at least eight options, including debit and credit cards, online banking and wire transfer deposits, ApplePay, PayPal, e-Check, and PLAY+ card.
There are expected to be fewer withdrawal methods for ESPN BET Minnesota. New users will want to prioritize using methods like PayPal or the PLAY+ card to ensure a speedy withdrawal process.
One of the advantages of PENN Entertainment’s product is that deposit speeds are competitive, if not best in class, when compared to other sites. You can expect most deposits on ESPN BET Minnesota to be instant, save for an outlier or two like wire transfers.
The withdrawal time depends on the withdrawal method. For methods like e-check or paper check, the wait times can be longer: three to five business days or more. Digital methods like PayPal and the Play+ card have shorter wait times, more like one to two days.
Cashouts are shown instantly in a customer’s record within the app, but times can vary based on the withdrawal method. Using digital withdrawal methods like PayPal and Play+ can expedite the withdrawal significantly.
We don't know if CashApp will be a banking option at ESPN BET Minnesota. However, this is not a method currently supported by Barstool Sportsbook.
Based on what Barstool Sportsbook accepts now, PayPal and Venmo will be accepted as a deposit option at ESPN BET Sportsbook.
All of the four major American pro sports are like to be available at ESPN BET Minnesota. Minnesota residents will be able to bet on markets for any of the Minnesota pro sports teams, including the NFL playoffs and Vikings Super Bowl odds, as well as potentially college teams.
The sportsbook does a great job of highlighting live and current sporting events through the navigation on the site.
All the most common sports betting options will be available at ESPN BET Minnesota, including:
ESPN BET Sportsbook MN is hoping that the combination of PENN Entertainment’s existing software with its branding will pay off in setting them apart in the market. The current PENN software operates quickly, uses colorful icons to grab the user's attention, and allows for easy use.
Acquiring such a high-quality product with is a good move by ESPN Bet Sportsbook MN.
ESPN BET Sportsbook MN will likely be laying its new skin over onto an established sportsbook product, so you can expect that at the minimum there will be an SSL certificate in place on the main domain. For users who want additional security on their account, they can enable multi-factor authentication within their profile.
ESPN’s strong brand reputation will ensure that there is quality customer service with the ESPN BET Sportsbook Minnesota app. When trying to resolve an issue, a good place to start is with the existing help center or sending an email through the contact form on the site.
Barstool Sportsbook currently offers live chat and the ability to request a callback from a customer service representative.
Sports betting websites focus on ensuring that existing and new bettors are wagering responsibly. ESPN BET Minnesota will make this prominent by highlighting an option in the main navigation for easy access to information about responsible gaming.
For those who need more than materials, ESPN BET Minnesota will likely offer options for players to limit their access to the site, limit their wager amount, or self-exclude from all gaming venues across the state.
For those looking for help with problem gambling in Minnesota, call 1-800-333-HOPE.
ESPN BET Minnesota will likely skyrocket to the top of the burgeoning Minnesota sports betting market based on its brand reputation and its strong partnership with PENN Entertainment. It will set itself apart through two major things:
ESPN BET Minnesota will likely have to focus on gaming rather than live streaming right away, like BetMGM Sportsbook Minnesota, due to ESPN's existing commitments to live streaming on its other products.
ESPN BET Minnesota will enter the emerging Minnesota sportsbook market with a strong brand reputation after acquiring an established gaming company. While much still remains to be seen about how the sports betting industry comes together in Minnesota, it is expected that ESPN BET Sportsbook MN will be an active, early competitor in the marketplace.
With a strong foundation of fast software, speedy banking options, and the branding of one of the biggest names in sports, it’s expected that ESPN BET will be a success when it launches in Minnesota.
The site will not have the same live streaming capabilities as other operators as Caesars Sportsbook Minnesota right away, but with the ESPN brand’s strong background in broadcasting rights, that could become a possibility for the site in the near future.
Author
Dan Moran is sports betting expert for MinnesotaBets.com. Writing for MinnesotaBets is a marriage of two passions: starting conversations and online gaming. His love for online gaming began when he deposited his first $50 into PokerStars in college during the Moneymaker era of online poker. He taps into his passion and expertise to deliver the best information for Minnesota bettors. When he’s not writing about the gambling industry, he can be found out and about all throughout the great city of Chicago.