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MLB Supports Online Gambling in California With Prop 27

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MLB Supports Online Gambling in California With Prop 27

The MLB supports Proposition 27 (The California Solutions To Homeless and Mental Health Act) which would legalize online sports betting in California.

Prop 26 is backed by casino operators on tribal land. It would not allow any form of online sports betting. Prop 27 is also backed and is supported by seven different sportsbook operators.

The MLB is committed to protecting the integrity of its games.

New York has already established sportsbook partnerships with MLB teams. California has five MLB team and has a similar sports betting market. The league supports the mobile sports gambling bill. LegalSportsBetting.com receives a commission from partners when you make a purchase through a link on their site. San Diego Padres are relevant team to bet on in California.

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