The Supreme Court issued a potential landmark decision Monday that could have a big effect on professional sports and gambling in the United States.
In a 7-2 decision, the federal law that prohibited sports betting outside of Nevada was ruled unconstitutional. The court’s ruling could spark legislation in Congress.
How will professional leagues react?
Major League Baseball issued a statement that it will continue to seek “proper protections for our sport, in partnership with other professional sports.” Its full statement:
“Today’s decision by the United States Supreme Court will have profound effects on Major League Baseball.