Recent arrests linked to a rigged poker game scheme highlight the ongoing involvement of various New York mob families, including the Gambinos, in illicit operations such as sports betting. Despite claims that the NYC mob is a shadow of its former self, sources suggest that it remains active and connected to broader criminal networks. Experts emphasize that the Mafia is still operational, even as some describe it as comprised of inept individuals reminiscent of fictional characters like Tony Soprano. A historical perspective reveals the enduring legacy of the mafia in the context of modern-day gambling scandals, indicating that it is far from eradicated.