Wednesday, July 10, 2024 MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) announced today a new partnership designating MGM Resorts as a “Proud Partner of the New York Yankees.” The collaboration between MGM Resorts and the New York Yankees will offer exclusive VIP experiences to MGM Rewards members and baseball fans. These experiences include the chance to watch batting practice from the warning track and throw out a ceremonial first pitch at Yankee Stadium.
MGM Resorts will also have brand placement at Yankee Stadium on LED signage, first and third base rotational signage, and its logo will appear on the back of the pitcher’s mound during live local television broadcasts of select games. Bill Hornbuckle, CEO & President, MGM Resorts: “We remain committed to investing in the community while collaborating with the New York Yankees to provide unparalleled experiences for baseball fans. Our company has owned and operated Empire City Casino and Yonkers Raceway for the past five years.
As we continue working to secure a full commercial casino license at Empire City, this partnership allows us to further develop these properties to their potential, while providing the world-class hospitality guests have come to expect from the MGM Resorts brand.” Michael Tusiani, Senior Vice President of Partnerships, New York Yankees: “We are excited to partner with MGM Resorts this season. Through branding displayed on signage inside Yankee Stadium and integrated into our television broadcasts,.
