New England casino winner: $5 turns into massive jackpot
MassLive
A Connecticut resident won a $703,977 jackpot after betting $5 on a Super 4 Progressive Blackjack side bet at Mohegan Sun casino.Summary
A Connecticut resident experienced a significant win at Mohegan Sun casino on January 30th, hitting a $703,977 jackpot with a $5 bet on the Super 4 Progressive Blackjack side bet. This side bet, introduced in 2015, is relatively uncommon and available on all Blackjack tables at Mohegan Sun, paying out when the dealer has a Blackjack. The winner achieved the top payout by landing an A, K, Q, and J of diamonds. Mohegan Sun also saw other large wins in 2025, including jackpots of $2,018,742.30, $940,658, and $669,412. USA Today recognized Mohegan Sun as the best place to play slots in the country in 2025, and also ranked it second for best casino hotel and best casino outside Las Vegas.
(Source：MassLive)