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MLB Partners with Polymarket to Enhance Fan Engagement

3/20/2026

Summary

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Major League Baseball formed an exclusive partnership with Polymarket as the league's official prediction market exchange.
Polymarket may use MLB trademarks and official data to enhance fan engagement.
MLB signed an MOU with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the first federal-agency and sports-league collaboration.
Commissioner Rob Manfred stressed the need to protect the game's integrity amid concerns over betting practices.

History

Historical Context

The Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA) of 1976 banned sports betting in most states, significantly influencing the gambling landscape. However, its repeal in 2018 allowed states to regulate sports betting, leading to a surge in popularity. MLB's recent partnership with Polymarket reflects this shift, as the league embraces betting while collaborating with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to maintain integrity in the sport.

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Story summary

Major League Baseball formed an exclusive partnership with Polymarket as the league's official prediction market exchange.
Polymarket may use MLB trademarks and official data to enhance fan engagement.
MLB signed an MOU with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the first federal-agency and sports-league collaboration.
Commissioner Rob Manfred stressed the need to protect the game's integrity amid concerns over betting practices.

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