Apr 1, 2021 | Employment, General News, Racing, Uncategorized
WILKES-BARRE, PA (April 1, 2021) – Mohegan Sun Pocono (MSP) is pleased to announce Michael Zullinger has been promoted to Director of Race and Sportsbook Operations. In this role, Michael will oversee racing operations, including live racing, at The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono, as well as onsite Sportsbook operations at both The Downs at MSP and MSP at Lehigh Valley Race and Sportsbook, located in Allentown, PA.
“We are thrilled to have Michael assume the role of Director of Race and Sportsbook Operations,” said Tony Carlucci, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun Pocono. “His vast horse racing and off-track wagering experience certainly make him an asset to our team, and we’re really excited about the future of both The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono and Mohegan Sun Pocono at Lehigh Valley Race and Sportsbook under his leadership.”
Michael has 27 years of experience with off-track wagering, starting his career as a part-time Mutuel Teller in 1994. Michael became a Facility Manager in 1997, and used his expertise to facilitate operations at off-track wagering sites in Carbondale, Hazelton and East Stroudsburg over the course of 23 years. In July 2020, Michael joined the team at Mohegan Sun Pocono at Lehigh Valley Race and Sportsbook, where his guidance and dedicated work during the COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact, resulting in his recent promotion.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping, and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including nearly 60 live table games, over 1900 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey, and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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May 17, 2018 | Entertainment, Hot Summer Fun, Party on the Patio, Special Events, Uncategorized
Throwback Thursdays will take place in Breakers throughout June & Party on the Patio is Back For July & August
WILKES-BARRE, PA (May 17, 2018) – It is almost time for live tribute bands to perform at Mohegan Sun Pocono for 13 weeks bringing hot entertainment all season long. Enjoy Throwback Thursdays in Breakers throughout the month of June and beginning in July, guests can head to The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono as Party on the Patio returns, taking place every Thursday from July 5th to August 30th.
Throwback Thursdays will have you dancing and singing along as tribute bands perform live at Breakers every Thursday in June beginning at 7:00pm. This year, tickets are available with a $10.00 donation at the box office, located at Player’s Club starting on Monday, May 21st at 8:00am. All ticket donations will benefit WNEP’s Ryan’s Run 9, an organization “Inspiring fitness. Challenging disability. Changing Lives.” that supports the work of Allied Services: making miracles in rehab, helping people regain health and independence after an injury, improving quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s or recovering from a stroke, empowering children to overcome a learning disability and much more.
Breaker’s Throwback Thursday schedule:
- Proud Monkey – Tribute to Dave Matthews Band – Thursday, June 7th
- The British Invasion Experience – Tribute to The Beatles, The Who, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones and more – Thursday, June 14th
- Crazy on You – Tribute to Heart – Thursday, June 21st
- Refugee – Tribute to Tom Petty – Thursday June 28th
*Guests must be 21 or over and present a valid ID*
Party on the Patio returns to The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono every Thursday from July 5th to August 30th. Unwind and have fun enjoying free live music with an impressive line – up of tribute bands along with food trucks and drink specials. Doors open at 6:30pm and music begins at 7:30pm and admission is free to the public.
Party on the Patio line – up:
- Tramps Like Us – Tribute to Bruce Springsteen – July 5th
- Parrot Beach – Tribute to Jimmy Buffett – July 12th
- All Revved Up – Tribute to Meat Loaf – July 19th
- Draw the Line – Tribute to Aerosmith – July 26th
- Separate Ways – Tribute to Journey – August 2nd
- Halfway to Hell – Tribute to AC/DC – August 9th
- Bark at the Moon – Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne – August 16th
- Bon Jersey – Tribute to Bon Jovi – August 23rd
- Tusk – Tribute to Fleetwood Mac – August 30th
For more information on Party on the Patio, visit here.
*Band line – up is subject to change*
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, was the first destination to bring gaming to Pennsylvania in 2006 and since then has become one of the premier entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in the state. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
Jun 27, 2017 | Community Relations, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Keystone Grand Ballroom, Party on the Patio, Special Events, Uncategorized
July 1st to August 31st
WILKES-BARRE, PA (June 27, 2017) – There is nowhere else to be during the summer season than Mohegan Sun Pocono, enjoying their 2017 Hot Summer Fun events, prizes and promotions! Hot Summer Fun begins Saturday, July 1st and will heat up all summer through Thursday, August 31st.
King Of Cash
Throughout the month of July, guests can win over $125,000 in Cash and Free Slot Play Prizes! Receive one entry for everyStatus Point earned beginning from 6:00am on July 1st through 9:45pm on July 29th. On July 29th, four winners every 30 minutes from noon to 7:00pm will win $500 in Free Slot Play. From 7:00pm to 10:00pm lucky guests will get the chance to win a share of over $100,000 in cash.
Beach Ball Big Wheel
Bounce your way to Mohegan Sun Pocono as one lucky guest every 10 minutes will have the opportunity to spin the Beach
BallMega Wheel. Every Saturday in July from 2:00pm to midnight, you may win a prize. The prizes range from $100 Free Slot Play to $10,000 cash!
Jeep Giveaway
Win a brand new 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara, cash, Free Slot Play and more throughout the month of August. Beginning August 1st to August 26th, for every Status Point earned, guests receive one entry into the drawing. On Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays, earn more points just for playing on those days! How many entries can you accumulate before the prize drawings from 3:00pm to 10:15pm on August 26th to win a new Jeep?
Envelope Extravaganza Wednesdays
Which guest will be lucky and choose the envelope with up to $1,000 Free Slot Play out of the mystery box? Five guests every 15 minutes from 11:00am to 6:00pm every Wednesday throughout August will be selected to choose an envelope with a mystery amount between $100 to $1,000 in Free Slot Play.
Summertime Entertainment
As the summer sun sets for the night, Mohegan Sun Pocono lights up the Keystone Grand Ballroom stage when Pop – Rock artist, Richard Marx, performs live on Friday, July 7th at 8:00pm with tickets starting at $29.00. Shawn Klush, known as the “World’s Greatest Elvis” and Elvis’ own Sweet Inspirations captivate the crowd on Saturday, August 26th at 8:00pm and Sunday, August 27th at 4:00pm, tickets to both shows start at $29.00. Tickets are available for all shows by logging on to ticketmaster.com or by calling Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number at 1.800.745.3000. Tickets are also available for purchase, free of service fees, at the Mohegan Sun Pocono Box Office.
During the summer weeks, come to The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono Racetrack Apron to unwind and have fun at Party on the Patio! Every Thursday at 6:00pm starting June 1st to August 31st. Enjoy free live music with an impressive line – up of cover bands along with food and drink specials!
If you enjoy live entertainment, don’t miss all the local bands that will be coming to Breakers every Saturday! The electrifying and energetic atmosphere will be a great place to enjoy music and drink specials with friends.
Wilkes – Barre Annual Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
Who does not love to see 4th of July fireworks light up the night sky? It is fun for all ages to watch and enjoy! Head on down to Kirby Park Tuesday, July 4th as Mohegan Sun Pocono is proud to be a diamond level sponsor for the Wilkes – Barre Annual Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration!
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, download our app and view us on YouTube.
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Aug 13, 2015 | 50th anniversary of racing, Hot Summer Fun, Racing
On Friday, August 14th, The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono kicks off a week-long celebration of its Golden Anniversary. Events include:
Friday, August 14th
Live harness racing at 6:30pm, with a special appearance by the world-renowned Budweiser Clydesdales.
Saturday, August 15th
Meet and have your photo taken with the Budweiser Clydesdales from 6:00pm – 7:30pm*, then an action-packed night of live harness racing kicks off at 6:30pm.
*This is a wristband-only event. Wristbands will be distributed at 4:00pm on the Sky Bridge. Photos are a $5 donation to Marley’s Mission, an organization that provides free equine-based therapy to children and their families that have experienced trauma.
Sunday, August 16th
Live harness racing begins at 6:30pm
Tuesday, August 18th and Wednesday, August 19th
We’re rolling back the prices on hot dogs, popcorn, soda and programs! Pick up a copy of The Golden Era of Pocono Downs souvenir book for only $3.00 and relive the glory of our last fifty years, including exclusive photos, statistics, special events and more. Then kick back and enjoy a breathtaking view of NEPA scenery and a night of exciting racing with a post time of 6:30pm.
Friday, August 21st
The night begins with a special post time of 5:30pm with the Legends Race, featuring drivers from the past fifty years in a thrilling competition, with a percentage of their purse donated to their favorite charity. Immediately after live racing, enjoy a free concert on the track apron featuring The Fellas, a tribute to Motown, and Encorz, a tribute to The Supremes. Stay cool with $1.00 Coors Light drafts from 9:00pm to 11:00pm at the trackside concession bar. Don’t forget to pick up a live racing program for your coupon for a free Decades of the Downs tee shirt, available after the concerts.
Saturday, August 22nd
Kick off your night with special guest Pete Rose, who will be dropping by from 4:00pm to 6:00pm to sign autographs and take photos with the crowd in the racing lobby*. Starting at 5:00pm, pick up your copy of the racing program for a coupon for a commemorative 50th Anniversary beer mug. Then at 5:30pm, the action shifts back to the track for the return of the $2.3 Million Super Stakes Saturday, with nearly $2.1 million in purses featuring the Colonial and the Battle of the Brandywine and Valley Forge, along with two consolations for each. Immediately following the stellar racing card at approximately 10:45pm, enjoy a spectacular fireworks display to cap a tremendous week of events.
*Wristbands will be distributed at 1:00pm. Only authorized photos will be signed and will be distributed.
For more details, visit mohegansunpocono.com/racing/50th-anniversary.
For questions or media coverage, please contact Jennifer Starr, Racing Marketing Manager, at [email protected] or 570.831.2195.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO:
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, download our app and view us on YouTube.
May 18, 2015 | 50th anniversary of racing, Racing, Special Events, Sports
WHAT:
As part of their yearlong 50th anniversary racing celebration, Mohegan Sun Pocono is pleased to announce that Bernie Parent, Dave Schultz and Bob Kelly of the legendary 1976 Philadelphia Flyers will be greeting fans and signing autographs on Saturday, May 30th.
WHEN:
Saturday, May 30th
4:00pm to 6:00pm
(Wristbands required; distribution begins at 1:00pm)
Sky Bridge at The Downs at Mohegan Sun Pocono
Free event
IN DETAIL:
Known as one of the best hockey teams of all time, the Philadelphia Flyers of the early 1970s were well-renowned for their aggressive defensive tactics and great skill, which helped them to win two consecutive Stanley Cup titles in 1974 and 1975.
Bernie Parent was the All-Star goalie that led the team to the two consecutive Stanley Cup titles, and was selected Most Valuable Player of both series. Parent was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1984.
Dave “The Hammer” Schultz, a rugged winger, was known as the enforcer of the team. In the 1973-74 season, Schultz accumulated 348 penalty minutes and in the 1974-75 season he accrued an astounding 472 penalty minutes, which today remains the NHL record for a single season. Schultz had amazing scoring abilities, scoring twenty goals during the 1973-74 season.
Bob Kelly was the aggressive left-winger and scored the game-winning goal to secure the Flyers’ second Stanley Cup championship in 1975. Along with Schultz, Kelly was one of the team’s top defensive enforcers.
**Note: This is a wristband-only event. Wristbands will be distributed starting at 1:00pm. Only authorized photos will be signed, and will be distributed at
event, free of charge.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN POCONO:
Mohegan Sun Pocono, owned by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut, is one of the most distinctive and spectacular entertainment, gaming, shopping and dining destinations in Pennsylvania. Situated on 400 acres in Plains, Pennsylvania, Mohegan Sun Pocono features a 238-room hotel with on-site spa and adjacent 20,000 square-foot Convention Center. It is currently home to 82,000 square feet of gaming space including 91 live table games, 2,300 slot machines and electronic table games, a variety of dining and shopping options, nightlife, entertainment and live harness racing. Mohegan Sun Pocono is within easy access of New York, Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware. More information is available by calling 1.888.WIN.IN.PA (1.888.946.4672) or visiting our website. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, download our app and view us on YouTube.
