The state estimates that regulated sports betting will be a $1 billion industry in Ohio in its first year or so of operation, growing to $3.35 billion within a few years. Along with Hollywood Gaming Dayton, the casino commission on Wednesday approved several pro sports teams - the Cincinnati Bengals, FC Cincinnati, Columbus Blue Jackets, Cleveland Cavaliers and Cleveland Guardians - as well as Northfield Park, Scioto Downs, Hollywood Casino Columbus and Belterra Park.
