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Mohegan Sun Hands Out Huge Jackpot To Florida Man

The lucky winner hit the Grand Progressive jackpot on a popular slot machine.

UNCASVILLE, CT — A Florida man won more than $135,000 on a slot machine at Mohegan Sun earlier this week, casino officials said.

David S., of Sarasota, hit the Grand Progressive jackpot on the "HUFF N’ EVEN MORE PUFF" slot machine by Light & Wonder while playing at Mohegan Sun’s Casino of the Sky on Monday. He was betting $30 when the machine paid out $135,388.62.

Mohegan Sun has expanded its lineup of HUFF N’ PUFF-themed machines over the past year. The games, which include titles such as “HUFF N’ MORE PUFF,” “HUFF N’ X-TRA PUFF,” and “HUFF N’ PUFF HIGH RISE,” are among the most played in both Casino of the Sky and Casino of the Earth, officials said.

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Located in Uncasville, Mohegan Sun’s Casino of the Sky features nearly 1,600 slot machines, a high-limit lounge, and VISTA Lounge at Wombi Rock, which includes what the casino describes as the world’s largest fully functional indoor planetarium dome. The venue also includes the Hold & Spin Slot Zone, home to more than 250 games with the Hold & Spin bonus feature.

More information is available at mohegansun.com/playing.

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ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN

Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, two distinct convention centers, an expo center, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.

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