(AsiaGameHub) –   MGM has reported that a visitor at its MGM National Harbor location secured a $2.7 million payout after hitting a Face Up Pai Gow jackpot. This achievement marks him as the casino’s largest winner for the month of May to date.

Michael Wins Huge Prize at MGM National Harbor

MGM National Harbor confirmed that the lucky individual is a local resident named Michael, hailing from Prince George’s County, who was described as having been “dealt the hand of a lifetime.”

The event took place on May 18, when the winning hand earned Michael a life-altering $2,669,714 payout.

This win firmly established Michael as one of the top five jackpot recipients for the month. MGM noted that its leading winners in May have collectively claimed $3.3 million in prizes, including:

  • Michael, who secured $2.7 million playing Face Up Pai Gow Poker
  • A player who collected $500,010 on Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em
  • A player who collected $63,169 on Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em
  • A player who collected $57,004 on Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em
  • A player who collected $32,315 on Super 4 Progressive Blackjack

Throughout 2026, visitors at the MGM National Harbor casino have claimed 28,847 jackpots, amounting to a total of $124.7 million.

Two Hard Rock Players Won Big

In related news, a guest at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City turned an $80 wager into a six-figure sum. While playing the Aristocrat Gaming slot title Yo Yeti Spooky Link, the player walked away with a $105,586.68 prize.

Earlier this month, another significant win occurred on the operator’s digital platform, Hard Rock Bet Casino. Deborah S., a resident of South Plainfield, claimed a $1,942,272.47 jackpot playing Bag the Swag: Hold & Win.

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