Crystal-Clear Rules Against Pro Athletes Gambling on Their Games Haven’t Stopped All of Them

Tucupita Marcano, then of the Pittsburgh Pirates, hits a home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Los Angeles on May 30, 2022. Harry How/Getty Images

BOSTON—Professional athletes get the lecture at the start of every season. They see the warnings any time they walk into their locker room or clubhouse. If you gamble on your games, the consequences are severe.

And every once in a while, there is a more personal reminder.