The Magic Kingdom might be looking for a new home outside of the Sunshine State if it cannot repair a rift with its governor. While California has long been known as the home of Disney, with the iconic Disneyland Park being established there in 1955, however Disney World in Orlando, Florida is perhaps even more popular these days. However, per one website, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ ongoing feud with Disney has entered a new chapter with the mass media titan perhaps gaining an advantage in its battle for self-regulation. There is some history here as things were moving along smoothly until Disney spoke out against one of DeSantis’ taxation policies. With that in mind, some online gaming sites have gotten in on the action with various prop bets relating to Disney staying or leaving the Sunshine State.
For this article, SBS will be taking a look behind the curtain at what is currently happening in Florida betting and also some more notes about Sunshine State wagering.
As referenced in one report, for quite some time, the Reedy Creek Improvement District Board granted the Walt Disney Company established autonomy. However, as referenced above this changed quickly when “the largest taxpayer in the state spoke out against one of DeSantis’ policies.” Disney CEO Bob Iger has mentioned that while the company may have not handled its stance very well, “a company has a right to freedom of speech just like individuals do.” While the company provides the state with approximately 75,000 jobs and brings in around 50 million-plus tourists to the state, DeSantis has made it clear where he stands.
According to a handful of online sports betting sites, there are already multiple prop bet lines that have to do with Disney and their new rival, DeSantis. For instance, one line valued at +250 as of this article’s writing is if Donald Trump will wear Mickey Mouse on stage at a rally this year. Another betting market having to do with more Florida regulations is if Disney’s self-governing district will be reinstated before 2025 at +400. After that, the lines become more outlandish like “Bob Iger to run for U.S. president in 2024” at +2000.
Per one outlet, the status of Disney leaving Florida is not as dire as you might think. Currently, the odds of the company leaving the Sunshine State equates to a +3000 moneyline bet or the probability of 3.5%. Moreover, there is another wager, this time featured at Bovada that says “Ron DeSantis to be permanently banned from Disney World’s amusement parks in Florida this year” at +3000. However, while a Disney leaving Florida move is unlikely, there is continued political pressure from the state that could cause a change of plans.
Per one source, DeSantis has asked regulators to investigate the legality of Disney’s agreement with the Reedy Creek board. Moreover, per some outlets, if that authority is overturned, Disney’s plans could go into motion immediately. Moreover, there is also an outside chance that DeSantis could become the next President of the United States, and if so, could mend some fences with the “House of Mouse” down the line.
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As a devout aficionado of sports, Chris Boline has carved a career within the athletic realm. A skilled scribe, he boasts a decade-long portfolio that encompasses coverage of the NBA G League, the Los Angeles Chargers, football and basketball across the country. Beyond his professional pursuits, Chris is deeply invested in his community and dedicates his leisure hours to serving on boards, collaborating with community organizations, and cherishing the company of loved ones. CURRENTLY Business Development and freelance sports writing RESIDES IN Reno, NV EDUCATION University of Nevada BS and MBA EXPERTISE -Sports writing proficiency in: NFL, NBA, UFC, boxing, golf, and some motor sports -Topical news -Promotional and marketing ideas/updates -Business development Summary Chris Boline serves in a business development sales capacity as his day job. He has previously held sales/marketing positions with The Applied Companies (TAC), KTVN 2 News and the NBA G League’s Reno Bighorns, affiliate of the Sacramento Kings. He is a Reno native and is a member of various community boards including the Nevada Sagebrush Alumni Chapter, NCET and the College of Business Alumni Association (COBAA). Chris graduated from the University of Nevada in 2015 with a bachelors in management and economics and also earned his MBA from Nevada in 2023. More about Chris: Past president of the College of Business Alumni Association (COBAA) 2022-23 Two-time honoree for University of Nevada Alumni Chapter of the Year (Nevada Sagebrush Alumni Chapter, 2017 & COBAA, 2021) 2021 NCET award for Professional Services Organization of the Year with TAC Northern Nevada Human Resources Association 2020 Best Places to Work-Northern Nevada, Second Place with TAC 2016-17 Reno Bighorns MVP from the Sacramento Kings The Nevada Sagebrush editor-in-chief 2013-15 Associated Collegiate Press 2015 Four-year Non-daily Newspaper Pacemaker honoree University of Nevada, Reno College of Business Dean's List honoree (5x) from 2011-2015 Nevada Press Association award for Best Sports Column – Community in 2015 Education
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