Blue Chip Casino GM named

LAS VEGAS, Nevada (PRESS RELEASE) — Boyd Gaming Corporation (NYSE: BYD) today announced Ted Bogich has been named Vice President and General Manager at its Blue Chip Casino Hotel in Michigan City, Indiana. Bogich will oversee all casino and hotel activities at the property.

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Thu, March 22nd, 2007

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