theScore Bet
Best in 20 StatesPenn Entertainment's flagship US book — $1,000 First Bet Reset in 20 states
$1,000 First Bet Reset
21+. New customers only. Available in 20 US states. First bet refunded as bonus bets if lost. T&Cs apply.
1-5 business days
$10
PA PGCB
$1,000
Our Verdict
theScore Bet is Penn Entertainment's flagship US sportsbook — successor to ESPN BET, available in 20 states, offering a $1,000 First Bet Reset and integrated sports content from the theScore media app.
Pros
- Available in 20 US states
- $1,000 First Bet Reset — full refund in bonus bets if first bet loses
- Integrated sports content and scores from theScore app
- Competitive odds across major US sports
- Penn Entertainment regulated operator with long track record
Cons
- Less brand recognition than DraftKings or FanDuel
- Promotional calendar still building
theScore Bet — Full Review
theScore Bet is Penn Entertainment's primary US sportsbook brand as of 2026, following the conclusion of Penn's partnership with ESPN in December 2025. Former ESPN BET customers were migrated to theScore Bet, which carries Penn's years of regulated US sports betting experience into a refreshed platform.
The $1,000 First Bet Reset is a compelling welcome offer: place your first bet, and if it loses, you receive the amount back in bonus bets up to $1,000. This is one of the larger safety nets in the US market.
theScore's heritage as a sports media company gives it a content advantage — real-time scores, news feeds, and sports data are integrated directly into the betting experience, reducing the need to switch between apps. The platform is available in 20 states: AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, and WV.
Odds are competitive across the major US sports leagues. The interface is clean and sports-data-forward, making it a natural choice for bettors who already use theScore as their go-to sports app. Continued investment from Penn Entertainment suggests a strong promotional roadmap ahead.
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