Mattress Mack's World Series bet, explained: How much money did Jim McIngvale win on the Astros?

Jim "Mattress Mack" McIngvale is a mogul, philanthropist and a Houston sports fan. He was scheduled to throw the ceremonial first pitch at Game 6 of the World Series. McIngevale bet $10 million on the Astros winning the championship. Caesars Sportsbook paid out $30 million of that money. The money went to providing mattresses to first responders, vets and active-duty military members in Houston, Philadelphia and Atlantic City. The sportsbook is worth $300 million.

Jim McIngvale won a lot of money on the World Series bet on Houston Astros. He also won money by running promotions to build interest in his business. Houston won the Fall Classic for the second time in six seasons. The bets are tax-deductible. McIngevale likes to make big bets. His business is successful. Houston is a great city. It's a perennial contender for baseball's Commissioner's Trophy. Mattress Mack roots for Houston. They won it on Saturday.