A Wayne County man has recently hit a record-breaking jackpot of $677,141 in the Club Keno The Jack game, according to an announcement by the Michigan Lottery. The winning draw, number 2438250, had the lucky numbers 07-14-42-44-52-61-62-63-69. As reported by CBS News Detroit, this win marks the highest prize ever claimed in the Club Keno The Jack game in Michigan, toppling the previous record of $503,254 won in August 2023 at a Kalamazoo pub.
The 54-year-old winner, who opted to stay anonymous, purchased the ticket at JP's Trolley Stop located at 8820 Pelham Road in Taylor. Reflecting on the unexpected win, the man said, "I don't usually play The Jack, but when I saw how high it had gotten I decided I better give it a shot," in a statement obtained by mlive. He recalled checking the ticket on his phone and feeling overwhelmed to the point that he left the bar promptly after discovering his prize.
The Jack is an additional game that players can add to their Club Keno wager for $1 per draw, as per information shared by Michigan Lottery Connect. To win the jackpot, participants must match all nine numbers drawn. The starting jackpot is $10,000 and continues to grow until claimed. This game contributes to the myriad of lottery options available across the state, with past winners including the Breakfast Club lottery club who claimed a $842 million Mega Millions jackpot in June 2024 and a Powerball prize worth $250,000 million that went unclaimed in 2024, the funds of which bolstered the state’s School Aid Fund, as per mlive.
Lottery enthusiasts can check live drawing results and explore various games on the official Michigan Lottery website. While large winnings can be life-changing, the state lottery reminds players to check their tickets immediately to avoid missing out on potential winnings, referencing the unclaimed Powerball prize reported by mlive. Club Keno draws occur every few minutes, providing ample opportunity for Michigan residents to test their luck.
