Much like sports betting, nearly every decision made by a state that involves rules and regulations creates winners and losers.

That process is still sorting itself out after Gov. JB Pritzker opted to let Executive Order 2020-41 lapse last weekend, which means bettors in Illinois must now go to a casino and register for access to obtain the mobile app of their choice. While there are six options available, only one mobile operator — Barstool Sportsbook — launched in the last six-plus months.

Two others, Unibet and BetMGM, are currently in the process of having their applications reviewed by the Illinois Gaming Board for Management Services Provider licenses.