Legalized sports betting has launched in Kansas: What you need to know about apps and sportsbooks

Kansas casinos launched their sportsbooks on Thursday at noon. Six platforms have been approved for use: DraftKings, BetMGM, Caesars, PointsBet, FanDuel, and Barstool. The apps are geofenced and require users to be in the state of Kansas for their use. The app allows the same kinds of bets as an in-person sportsbook. Many of the companies that operate betting apps will also have in person sites at casinos around the Kansas state. Mike Day, the owner of McGuire’s Tavern in Overland Park, hopes that will attract patrons from Missouri.