Ohio legislator defends prop bets despite mounting evidence they imperil sports integrity. Why?

Ohio legislator defends prop bets despite mounting evidence they imperil sports integrity. Why?

While most sports fans and officials worry about gambling's impact on games, Brian Stewart stands virtually alone in his defense of controversial prop betting, raising questions about why he’s so willing to risk fans’ faith is sports teams.

DeWine calls for end to prop betting amid MLB investigation

In the wake of a Major League Baseball gambling probe involving two Cleveland Guardians pitchers, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine called on state regulators to ban all player-specific proposition bets, saying the risks now “far outweigh any perceived benefits.”  According to Fox News , Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase have been placed on non‑disciplinary paid leave as MLB investigates possible wagers placed on in-game player performanc…