Last December, a New York State panel approved three casino proposals for lucrative gambling licenses, including one at Citi Field.

Billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen proposed an $8.1 billion Hard Rock casino complex on a parking lot of Citi Field, including a performance venue, hotel and retail space.

On Opening Day for the Mets, not everyone seemed thrilled with the idea, as Newsday's Ben Dickson took note of here:

Fans at Citi Field make their objections to a casino...

Fans at Citi Field make their objections to a casino proposal at Citi Field known with their signs that read "No Casino" and "Save the Mets, Trade Cohen." Credit: Newsday/Ben Dickson

Get the latest news and more great videos at NewsdayTV Credit: Newsday

Updated 5 minutes ago Disturbing details in Jor'Dynn Duncan death ... What's the weather forecast? ... Out East: LI Game Farm ... Get the latest news and more great videos at NewsdayTV

SUBSCRIBE

Unlimited Digital AccessOnly 25¢for 6 months

ACT NOWSALE ENDS SOON | CANCEL ANYTIME