Rank scratch tickets in your state by expected value

Name: Rank scratch tickets in your state by expected value
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Author: nlenn618

by nlenn618·Jun 18, 2026·1 point·0 comments

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AI Analysis

●●SolidBig BrainDark Horse

Using remaining prize data instead of printed odds is a genuinely clever angle.

Strengths

•Transforms publicly available lottery data into actionable expected value calculations.
•Covers 1,769 games across 28 states with daily recomputation.
•No account required and transparent methodology shown upfront.

Weaknesses

•Niche audience—only matters if you already buy scratch tickets.
•Expected value still negative; can't overcome the house edge mathematically.

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