1st-pitch bets face possible Ohio ban amid probe
Ohio regulators are considering banning microbets, including those on the first pitch in MLB games, as part of an investigation into two Cleveland Guardians pitchers. The investigation is focused on potential gambling-related issues, but the details have not been made public. The proposed ban on microbets, which are bets placed on specific in-game events, is intended to address integrity concerns in the sports betting industry. The investigation and potential ban come as Ohio has recently legalized sports betting, and regulators are working to ensure the industry operates transparently and ethically. The outcome of the investigation and the potential ban on microbets could have broader implications for the regulation of sports betting in the state and the country.
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