The Jaws Scratcher, offered by the Massachusetts Lottery, is an exciting scratch-off game that gives players multiple chances to win big by matching numbers and revealing special symbols. With opportunities for high multipliers and instant bonus prizes, the Jaws Scratcher is perfect for anyone eager to test their luck.
Playing the Jaws Scratcher is simple. Match any of YOUR NUMBERS to the WINNING NUMBERS to win the prize shown. If you uncover a "5X", "10X", "20X", or "50X" symbol, you’ll win 5, 10, 20, or 50 TIMES the prize, respectively. Reveal a "BOAT" symbol to win that prize automatically. Reveal a "SCUBA MASK" symbol to win ALL 15 prizes shown. If you find a "SHARK FIN" in the BONUS SPOT, you'll win $100 instantly.
The Jaws Scratcher offers a variety of prizes ranging from smaller amounts to significant sums. Prizes are awarded based on matching numbers, multipliers, and bonus symbols. The exact amounts for matching number prizes vary, while the multiplier symbols can significantly increase your winnings. For example, a "10X" symbol next to a $20 prize means you win $200. The boat symbol allows you to win the prize automatically and the scuba mask symbol wins you all 15 prizes shown.
The shark fin symbol in the bonus spot provides a fixed amount of $100.
Here is a list of all the prizes you can win in the Jaws game and the odds of winning them:
| # | Prize amount | Odds of winning a prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,000,000 ($50,000/year for 20 years) | 1 in 1,344,000 |
| 2 | $10,000 | 1 in 72,000 |
| 3 | $1,000 | 1 in 2,400 |
| 4 | $500 | 1 in 1,600 |
| 5 | $300 | 1 in 2,666.67 |
| 6 | $200 | 1 in 2,028.17 |
| 7 | $100 | 1 in 55.56 |
| 8 | $50 | 1 in 83.33 |
| 9 | $20 | 1 in 16.67 |
| 10 | $15 | 1 in 12.5 |
| 11 | $10 | 1 in 8.33 |
This game is second-chance eligible. Check the MA lottery website for rules and how to enter.
The overall odds of winning any prize in Jaws Scratcher are 1 in 3.43. This means that on average, one in three and a half tickets will win. The odds of specific prizes can vary, with smaller prizes having better odds than larger, more substantial prizes. You can find the odds of winning in each category in the table above.
Each Jaws Scratcher ticket costs $10. This price reflects the high potential payouts and the overall experience of the game. The cost is designed to balance the excitement of potentially large wins with the affordability of participating.
Jaws Scratcher tickets are available for purchase year-round at authorized Massachusetts Lottery retailers and online through the Jackpot.com platform and app. You can buy these tickets online, making them accessible whenever you feel like trying your luck.
Claiming your winnings from a Jaws Scratcher ticket is straightforward:
Enjoy playing the Jaws Scratcher and good luck!