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10-02-2016 , 08:55 PM

#1501

JohnnyGroomsTD

Poker Room Rep

Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,886

Quote:

Originally Posted by dcmidnight

Poker question - Johnny, it looks like MDL is testing/going to offer a feature in the Bravo app to sign up for waitlists through the app vs calling in. Will you guys be doing anything similar or at least considering it?

I'll hang up and listen for the "cant talk about it" response...

Well, in all honesty, I have yet to see or hear about that feature.... in a room with the volume we expect, Im not sure about the effectiveness. I will consider anything, provided it makes sense and is within our ability to operate per our gaming regulations.

10-02-2016 , 09:02 PM

#1502

JohnnyGroomsTD

Poker Room Rep

Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,886

Quote:

Originally Posted by fishfoodfrenzy

lol how about getting bravo as a start? Is that in the works?

Bravo equipment was installed last week....

10-03-2016 , 06:50 AM

#1503

ZephyrSpy

old hand

Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 1,286

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnnyGroomsTD

Bravo equipment was installed last week....

But how many Bravo equipments were installed?

10-03-2016 , 06:56 AM

#1504

JohnnyGroomsTD

Poker Room Rep

Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,886

One for each table!

10-03-2016 , 09:08 AM

#1505

Perm210

enthusiast

Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 59

Getting there almost 2 months away

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10-03-2016 , 09:24 AM

#1506

Didace

Carpal \'Tunnel

Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 20,443

Opening Day December 8 just announced. Will we get more info from Johnny now?

10-03-2016 , 09:46 AM

#1507

JohnnyGroomsTD

Poker Room Rep

Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,886

Quote:

Originally Posted by Didace

Opening Day December 8 just announced. Will we get more info from Johnny now?

Yes

10-03-2016 , 09:57 AM

#1508

Berge20

Carpal \'Tunnel

Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 9,370

Quote:

Originally Posted by Didace

Opening Day December 8 just announced. Will we get more info from Johnny now?

Post article: Linky

10-03-2016 , 09:58 AM

#1509

vaz

centurion

Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 108

https://www.washingtonpost.com/local...mepage%2Fstory

Washington Post article with December 8 opening date.

10-03-2016 , 11:13 AM

#1510

AA Suited

Pooh-Bah

Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 5,269

Quote:

Originally Posted by vaz

https://www.washingtonpost.com/local...mepage%2Fstory

Washington Post article with December 8 opening date.

hm.. another thurs as opening day.
I think both md live and hshoe had opening days on thurs.

marketing shows that thurs is best day for openings?

10-03-2016 , 11:43 AM

#1511

Texas Boredem

journeyman

Join Date: Oct 2013 Posts: 293

West Coaster here (never even made it back East)..What do you guys think of Bowie as a place to live between Live and the Harbor ?

Im also thinking about just sticking with Alexandria Virginia and playing NH exclusively

10-03-2016 , 11:52 AM

#1512

AngusThermopyle

Carpal \'Tunnel

Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 14,929

Any plans for a "soft opening" ahead of the "Grand Opening"?

10-03-2016 , 01:25 PM

#1513

repulse

veteran

Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 3,070

Is poker confirmed to be happening on day 1, or is the poker room potentially opening later than Dec 8?

10-03-2016 , 01:31 PM

#1514

sucio44

journeyman

Join Date: Sep 2014 Posts: 365

Quote:

Originally Posted by Texas Boredem

I live in the Bowie area. Its easy to get to both casinos from here--20-25 miles to Live and around 15 miles to NH. The area is good/safe.

10-03-2016 , 03:18 PM

#1515

keegan

journeyman

Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 280

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnnyGroomsTD

With the volume you expect wouldn't it be easier to take reservations online than over the phone?

10-03-2016 , 03:25 PM

#1516

Perm210

enthusiast

Join Date: Nov 2012 Posts: 59

Quote:

Originally Posted by sucio44

I live in the Bowie area. Its easy to get to both casinos from here--20-25 miles to Live and around 15 miles to NH. The area is good/safe.

It really depends on times you plan on playing traffic is the big if now if ur playing after 8pm and staying away from rush hour you should be good.

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10-03-2016 , 04:33 PM

#1517

AceCEJ

newbie

Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 28

The pathetic attempts they're making won't help the traffic. Much hasn't really changed. The national harbor/MGM area practically sits by itself so comparing it to other parts of PG crime wise doesn't really matter. No matter where you place the casino it may attract crime. You could place it in Tysons and criminals will make their way out there.

10-03-2016 , 05:35 PM

#1518

AA Suited

Pooh-Bah

Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 5,269

got an email from mgm that says MGM National Harbor Opens December 8.
it also says I can book a hotel stay from day 1 at mLife rates at mgmnationalharbor.com

Johnny,
so since the flood gates have been opened, do you still have to wait till next week to answer all the questions posted in this thread?

10-03-2016 , 05:56 PM

#1519

JohnnyGroomsTD

Poker Room Rep

Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,886

Yes. I still have to wait. As I said before, I will begin addressing those question early next week. I will use the FAQ template on the first page of this post.

10-03-2016 , 05:58 PM

#1520

JohnnyGroomsTD

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Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,886

Quote:

Originally Posted by keegan

With the volume you expect wouldn't it be easier to take reservations online than over the phone?

Easier, yes. More effective, debatable. Online lists have problems all their own. No shows are my biggest concern, and that prevents us from quickly filling seats.

10-03-2016 , 05:59 PM

#1521

JohnnyGroomsTD

Poker Room Rep

Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,886

Quote:

Originally Posted by repulse

Is poker confirmed to be happening on day 1, or is the poker room potentially opening later than Dec 8?

The entire casino is set to open December 8, including the poker room.

10-03-2016 , 05:59 PM

#1522

JohnnyGroomsTD

Poker Room Rep

Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,886

Quote:

Originally Posted by AngusThermopyle

Any plans for a "soft opening" ahead of the "Grand Opening"?

TBD

10-03-2016 , 06:18 PM

#1523

DryAngel

journeyman

Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 370

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnnyGroomsTD

Easier, yes. More effective, debatable. Online lists have problems all their own. No shows are my biggest concern, and that prevents us from quickly filling seats.

Perhaps a 2-minute deadline for each person called to come to the podium?

I do see your point - easy to sign up online means more no-shows, duplicate entries, and trolls (ugh testers). Probably best to limit to phone calls and in person sign ups the first few days.

10-03-2016 , 06:23 PM

#1524

Coasterbrad

veteran

Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 2,712

If the online sign ups need to check in at that podium how will no shows negatively affect filling seats? Can the system automatically remove online sign ups that haven't checked in after the maximum time limit has passed?

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10-03-2016 , 06:32 PM

#1525

dcmidnight

adept

Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 887

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnnyGroomsTD

Easier, yes. More effective, debatable. Online lists have problems all their own. No shows are my biggest concern, and that prevents us from quickly filling seats.

Its 2016. App/online based signup > calling on the phone. 100x easier for your players.

I've done my share of criticizing MDL decisions in the last 12-18 months. This is among their best ones.

Just out of curiosity why do you think people who signup online are any more/less likely to no-show than people who call?

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