After nearly eight years of operating the Mohegan Sun Casino in Las Vegas, the Mohegan Tribe has officially announced that they will be ending their management of the Las Vegas-based casino. This decision comes as a surprise to many in the gaming industry, as the Mohegan Tribe has been a respected and successful player in the Las Vegas market since taking over the management of the casino in 2014.
The Mohegan Sun Casino, located just off the famous Las Vegas Strip, has been a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike. With over 2,000 slot machines, dozens of table games, and a luxurious hotel and resort, the Mohegan Sun Casino has been a staple in the Las Vegas gaming scene for years.
In a statement released by the Mohegan Tribe, Tribal Council Chairman James Gessner Jr. cited a desire to focus on other priorities as the reason for ending their management of the Las Vegas casino. Gessner stated, “After careful consideration, we have decided to focus our efforts on our core gaming and entertainment operations in Connecticut and Pennsylvania. We are grateful for the opportunity to have managed the Mohegan Sun Casino in Las Vegas and are proud of the success we have achieved during our time there.”
The Mohegan Tribe’s decision to end their management of the Las Vegas casino comes at a time of significant change in the gaming industry. With the legalization of sports betting in many states across the country, as well as the rise of online gaming and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on traditional brick-and-mortar casinos, many gaming operators are reevaluating their strategies and priorities.
Despite the Mohegan Tribe’s decision to end their management of the Las Vegas casino, the tribe remains committed to their other gaming operations, including their flagship Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut, as well as their successful Mohegan Sun Pocono property in Pennsylvania. The Mohegan Tribe also operates several other gaming and entertainment venues around the world, including the Mohegan Sun Casino at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas.
As the Mohegan Tribe prepares to transition out of their management role at the Las Vegas casino, many in the gaming industry are curious to see what the future holds for the iconic property. With its prime location, world-class amenities, and loyal customer base, the Mohegan Sun Casino in Las Vegas is sure to attract interest from other gaming operators looking to make their mark on the Las Vegas Strip. Only time will tell what lies ahead for this beloved casino, but one thing is for certain – the Mohegan Tribe’s departure from the Las Vegas market marks the end of an era in Sin City.
