Hurricanes Issue Statement On Sports Wagering Bill

RALEIGH, NC. -Don Waddell, President and General Manager of the National Hockey League's Carolina Hurricanes, today issued the following statement in regards to the passing of House Bill 347, which will legalize sports wagering in the state.

"We are extremely grateful for all of the hard work by lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to get this bill to the finish line," said Waddell. "We will now have the opportunity to build a world-class sports-wagering facility to expand the entertainment options around PNC Arena. Our plans will also include a restaurant and bar available to fans every day, helping to spur additional development in and around the arena district."

HB 347 will allow for wagering on professional and college sports on mobile phones and other electronic devices. In addition, it allows for in-person sports books at eight sports venues across the state, including PNC Arena.