A $5 side bet turned into a massive jackpot for a New England casino player on Sunday.
The lucky player was at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut playing Blackjack in Casino of the Earth when they hit the Super 4 Royal Flush Progressive Jackpot. The jackpot was worth $669,412.
The Super 4 Progressive side bet is offered on all Blackjack tables at Mohegan Sun and is triggered when the dealer’s hand is a Blackjack. The amount of the payout depends on the value and suit of both the player’s and dealer’s hands.
The player on Sunday, hit the top jackpot, which requires the four cards in the hand to be A, K, Q, and J of diamonds.
The day before, a Connecticut resident was playing on an IGT “Whitney Houston” slot machine at Mohegan Sun’s Casino of the Sky when they hit the grand progressive jackpot for $659,570.73.
The lucky guest was betting $50 per spin at the time the jackpot was won.
Mohegan Sun introduced four “Whitney Houston” slot machines in August 2024. The machines feature famous songs by the multi-platinum popstar such as “I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)” and “So Emotional.”
Overall, there are about 4,000 slot machines, including 22 new ones, and more than 300 table games at the Connecticut casino. There are two areas, Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Earth, that offer slot machines.
Players must be 21 years or older.
In July, a New Hampshire couple walked away with a six-figure jackpot prize after betting $20 at Mohegan Sun.
The couple, identified as Samantha L. and Thomas S., were playing the slot machine game “Huff N’ Even More Puff” by Light & Wonder in Mohegan Sun‘s Casino of the Sky when they won the jackpot. The prize was worth $131,186.64.
And about a week before, one of the largest jackpots ever won at Mohegan Sun was hit.
While playing on a “Spanish 21″ table in Casino of the Earth on July 9, the player made an optional $5 Bonus Spin Xtreme side bet. The bet ended in Triple Diamonds, which landed them the $2,018,742.30 jackpot.
“Not only is this the biggest jackpot win at Mohegan Sun in 2025, but it also ranks among the top five largest table game payouts ever at Mohegan Sun,” a press release from the casino stated.
Earlier this month, Mohegan Sun began the best place in the country to play slots, according to USA Today.
Experts narrowed down the list from over 1,000 casinos across the country to the top 20. In the list, Mohegan Sun was included.
Then the public had a chance to vote on their favorite.
“These 20 casinos, nominated by a panel of experts, stand out for their exceptional slot offerings. From classic reels and video slots to cutting-edge machines with progressive jackpots, these casinos’ expansive selections are sure to keep the excitement going. High payout rates, enticing bonuses like free spins, and vibrant, comfortable slots floors make each of these casinos a must-visit for anyone who loves to play,” USA Today wrote.
Mohegan Sun also placed second for best casino hotel and second for best casino outside Las Vegas.
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