U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal and two House representatives want MLB and the MLBPA to prohibit promotional deals with betting operators, such as a personalized greeting featuring Phillies star Bryce Harper that was sent to a VIP gambler by a sportsbook.
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Sen. asks MLB to ban betting promos like Harper's
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal and two House representatives want MLB and the MLBPA to prohibit promotional deals with betting operators, such as a personalized greeting featuring Phillies star Bryce Harper that was sent to a VIP gambler by a sportsbook.
Published August 11, 2026, 12:58 AM
Updated August 11, 2026, 1:27 AM5.1K
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