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US Sports Betting Legal in 38 States & DC

Explore the rapid expansion of US sports betting since 2018. Missouri becomes the latest state to legalise, joining a market projected to be worth $18.5bn in 2025. Discover the state-by-state breakdown.

MLB to comply with Senate gambling investigation

Major League Baseball pledges full cooperation with a US Senate committee's request for documents on gambling probes. Commissioner Rob Manfred announces new $200 betting caps on individual pitches.

MLB's $800M Media Deals with ESPN, NBC & Netflix

Major League Baseball announces groundbreaking three-year media rights agreements with ESPN, NBC & Netflix worth nearly $800 million annually. Discover how this reshapes sports broadcasting.

Ohio Supports MLB's New $200 Prop Bet Limits

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine endorses MLB's new $200 limit on micro-prop bets, halting state regulation after a Cleveland Guardians gambling scandal. Read the full story.

Baseball United's Inaugural Season Kicks Off in Dubai

Baseball United's inaugural season begins in Dubai, aiming to bring the sport to the Middle East with novel rules and a focus on the India-Pakistan rivalry. Discover if this desert dream can succeed.

Missouri's $3.88bn Sports Betting Projection

Missouri's legal sports betting market, launching 1st December, is projected to generate a massive $3.88bn handle in its first year. Discover the key figures and driving forces behind this economic surge.

MLB Pitchers Charged in Betting Bribery Scheme

Cleveland Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase face federal charges for allegedly taking bribes to rig pitches. Read the latest developments in this sports corruption scandal.

Drake loses £400k bet on Ohtani joining Blue Jays

Canadian rapper Drake loses massive wager after baseball superstar Shohei Ohtani signs with Los Angeles Dodgers instead of Toronto Blue Jays, in one of sports betting's most expensive celebrity misfires.

Betting Sites Pay Out Early on Election Results

Leading UK betting platforms are making early payouts on political bets as election outcomes become increasingly certain. Discover how this affects gamblers and what it reveals about polling accuracy.

Paqueta faces two-year ban over betting scandal

West Ham United midfielder Lucas Paqueta could be sidelined for two years as FA investigates suspicious betting patterns surrounding yellow cards, potentially derailing his career and transfer prospects.

Nationals Make History With Rare Triple Play vs Twins

In a stunning display of defensive prowess, the Washington Nationals executed a remarkable triple play against the Minnesota Twins, marking a rare moment in MLB history that left fans and commentators in awe.

Nationals hire Blake Butera as youngest MLB manager

In a groundbreaking move, the Washington Nationals have named 31-year-old Blake Butera as their new manager, making him the youngest active skipper in Major League Baseball and signalling a dramatic shift in leadership strategy.

Yankees Triumph Over Dodgers in Epic MLB Clash

New York Yankees secure dramatic victory against Los Angeles Dodgers in thrilling MLB encounter. Key moments, standout performances, and game-changing plays from this unforgettable baseball clash.

NCAA delays sports betting rule after NBA scandal

College sports governing body delays controversial policy that would have permitted student-athletes to gamble, following shocking NBA mafia betting scandal that sent shockwaves through American sports.

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