National Hockey League commissioner Gary Bettman, right, and James Murren, CEO of MGM Resorts International, participate in a news conference in New York, Monday, Oct. 29. ( Seth Wenig / The Associated Press )As part of the agreement, MGM gains access to proprietary NHL data that could eventually include puck and player tracking information once that goes through a testing phase. Access to that data will allow MGM to provide customized game details along with betting opportunities for U.S. customers where gambling is legally available. "The new sports betting landscape presents a unique opportunity for fan engagement utilizing technology and data that are exclusive to our league," NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman said. "We couldn't be more excited to enter into this historic partnership with the NHL," MGM Resorts Chairman and CEO Jim Murren said.

Source: thestar October 29, 2018 16:30 UTC