πŸ“° Michigan Lottery Blog

Mega Millions $346 million
Powerball $80 million
Lotto 47 $3.05 million
Fantasy 5 $105,000
Lucky for Life $1,000/Day
Daily Keno $250,000
Cash Pop $5,000
Poker Lotto $100,000
Daily 3 Midday $500
Daily 3 Evening $500
Daily 4 Midday $5,000
Daily 4 Evening $5,000
AD DraftKings Single-Level $132,725.85
AD DraftKings Multi-Level
MEGA: $990,009.68
MAJOR: $232,779.55
MINOR: $20,365.56
MINI: $3,450.36
AD DraftKings Hit By $200K $185,932.84

The Calculus of Luck: From Ancient Algorithms to Billion Dollar Jackpots

January 04, 2026

The lottery is more than a game of luck; it is a mathematical engine for public funding. From the 1466 defense of Bruges to Ben Franklin’s "voluntary tax" for cannons, the equation has always been simple: risk funds utility. The 1974 invention of the scratch-off accelerated this by increasing the velocity of money. Today, that same math drives the Michigan Lottery, turning probability into over $30 billion for the School Aid Fund.

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Don't Sleep on the Raffles: Why Your Best Odds Are Hiding in Plain Sight

January 03, 2026

Forget Powerball. The real value is hidden in the Michigan Lottery's digital raffles. Because ticket counts are capped, your odds are fixed and favorable. Our strategy? Go big on the Millionaire Raffle (best statistical shot at $1M), take a value shot on the 50/50 Raffle, and skip the Full of $50s. These games are online-only, so check the app and buy before the limited tickets are gone.

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Stop Guessing: The Mathematical Sweet Spot of Michigan Club Keno

December 18, 2025

Stop relying on birthdays and "lucky" numbers and start looking at the math. This guide breaks down the hidden structure of Club Keno, revealing why the popular 10-spot is often a trap and how to use a "Moneyball" strategy to stretch your bankroll. From the risks of the "Plus 3" add-on to the optimal time to play "The Jack," learn how to approach the game with a strategy-first mindset.

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Is Michigan Lottery's $50 'Millionaire Maker' Scratch-off Worth the Hype?

December 17, 2025

Is Michigan Lottery's $50 'Millionaire Maker' Scratch-off Worth the Hype?, we dive deep into the math behind one of the state's most expensive instant games. While the $50 price tag comes with a steep Expected Value of $-9.18, the ticket redeems itself with a high 31.3% Break Even rate and exceptional odds for hitting a $1 million+ prize (1 in 474,240). We also explore how the Michigan Lottery's "Second Chance" promotion adds extra value to losing tickets, making this game a strong choice for players chasing life-changing jackpots rather than just safe returns.

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You Should Buy This Scratch-off! (But Can You Find It?)

December 16, 2025

Michigan Lottery's "$6,000,000 Jackpot" scratch-off (Game #464) currently offers a rare positive Expected Value of +$2.58, making it a statistical standout. With two top prizes remaining and low inventory, the odds of hitting $6 million have improved to an incredible 1 in 409,475. The real challenge is finding this disappearing $50 game on store shelves. If you spot it, the math says it is an immediate buy.

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Why Fast Cash is the Best Bet in Michigan Right Now

December 16, 2025

With a $3.3 million jackpot and 1 in 600,000 odds, Fast Cash is currently the smartest play in Michigan. These instant-win games currently offer a statistically superior alternative to traditional draw games. Players have a rare opportunity to chase a life-changing prize with significantly better probability than Powerball or Mega Millions. Learn how the shared jackpot system works, how to ensure you take home the full prize and why the math currently makes this the best bet in Michigan.

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Welcome to Michigan Lottery Info!

December 14, 2025

Welcome to the launch of MichiganLottery.info, your new headquarters for playing smarter with data-driven insights. We go beyond the official lottery site by offering advanced tools like Expected Value (EV) calculations for scratch-offs, real-time Fast Cash jackpot tracking, and searchable Club Keno history. Explore our comprehensive dashboards to compare games side-by-side and find the best mathematical edges in the Michigan Lottery.

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Data sourced from the Michigan Lottery website.

This site is an unofficial aggregator and is not affiliated with the Michigan Bureau of State Lottery.