Polymarket, a prediction‑market platform, has launched a welcome promotion for new customers. Participants who spend a minimum of $10 on any sport – including the upcoming Major League Baseball (MLB) slate and National Football League (NFL) preseason games – will receive a $20 bonus that can be used on future predictions.
How the promotion works
To qualify, users must be at least 18 years old and physically located in a state where Polymarket is authorized to operate. The $20 bonus is not credited immediately; it is unlocked only after the account has successfully placed $10 in wagers. Once the spending requirement is met, the bonus becomes available for use on the same day’s MLB games or other upcoming events.
Featured MLB matchups
The promotion highlights several Friday night baseball contests. One example is the San Francisco Giants pitcher Logan Webb versus Boston Red Sox starter Sonny Gray. In another marquee game, the Los Angeles Dodgers face the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Dodgers lead the series statistically, posting a .260 team batting average and a .765 on‑base plus slugging (OPS) compared with Pittsburgh’s .256 average and .744 OPS. Their pitching staff holds a 3.70 earned run average (ERA) versus the Pirates’ 4.29 ERA.
In Boston, the Red Sox also enjoy an edge over the Giants, having scored 575 runs this season compared with San Francisco’s 513. Boston’s pitching staff records a 3.52 ERA, better than the Giants’ 4.34 ERA, making the Webb‑Gray duel a compelling betting option.
NFL preseason options
In addition to baseball, the bonus can be applied to NFL preseason predictions. While Polymarket’s own site lists the available markets, the article notes that users may also consider predictions offered on the Kalshi platform for a broader selection of football contests.
Steps to claim the offer
- Visit the Polymarket sign‑up page and enter promo code WTOP.
- Create an account and verify age and location eligibility.
- Deposit funds and place at least $10 in predictions on any eligible sport.
- After the $10 spend is confirmed, the $20 bonus will be unlocked and can be used immediately on the featured MLB slate or other markets.
The promotion is limited to new Polymarket customers and is not available to existing users. It provides an introductory incentive for those interested in exploring prediction markets for major sports events.
Considerations for participants
Potential participants should review Polymarket’s terms of service, including any state‑specific restrictions, before signing up. As with any wagering activity, users are encouraged to gamble responsibly and only wager amounts they can afford to lose.
Original reporting: Alexandria, VA News – WTOP News — read the source article.
