ESPN Lists Helplines, Age Limits in 2026 Responsible Gambling Statement
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ESPN Enterprises, LLC released its 2026 responsible gambling notice, outlining national and state-specific resources for viewers who wager on sports through DraftKings Sportsbook.
The statement highlights several toll-free helplines, including 1-800-GAMBLER, 1-800-MY-RESET, and 800-327-5050. Additional numbers are provided for New York (877-8-HOPENY / text HOPENY to 467369), Connecticut (888-789-7777 or ccpg.org), Maryland (mdgamblinghelp.org), Massachusetts (gamblinghelplinema.org), and Puerto Rico (1-800-981-0023).
According to the notice, bettors must be 21 or older in most U.S. states, while the minimum age is 18 in the District of Columbia, Kentucky, New Hampshire, Puerto Rico, and Wyoming. Wagering is void in Ontario, Canada, and eligibility restrictions apply in other jurisdictions.
DraftKings Sportsbook terms are available at draftkings.com/sportsbook, and wagers are placed on behalf of Boot Hill Casino in Kansas. The company also notes that a pass-through per-wager tax may apply in Illinois.
The announcement reiterates ESPN’s commitment to responsible gaming practices as part of its partnership with DraftKings and Disney Ad Sales.
Source: ESPN
