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SAN DIEGO (KGTV) Major League Baseball is investigating allegations that current Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano bet on baseball while he was a member of a different organization, the Wall Street Journal reported Monday.

According to the WSJ report, Marcano was a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates during the 2023 season when he allegedly placed bets on games involving the team.

Details on the depth of the accusations against the 24-year-old Marcano were not immediately released, but the WSJ, citing people familiar with the matter, reported Marcano could face a potential lifetime ban from MLB if its determined he violated the leagues sports gambling policy.

At the time of the alleged betting, Marcano was on the Pirates' injured list. His last Major League game was July 24, 2023, and it was during that contest in which Marcano suffered a serious knee injury that kept him out of action for the remainder of the season.

In a statement, the Padres said: "We are aware of an active investigation by Major League Baseball regarding a matter that occurred when the player in question was a member of another organization and not affiliated with the San Diego Padres. We will not have any further comment until the investigative process has been completed."

Marcano, originally signed by San Diego as a teenager in 2016, was traded to the Pirates in July 2021.

The Padres reacquired Marcano in Nov. 2023 when they claimed him from the Pirates off waivers.

As of June 3, Marcano was listed on the Padres' 40-man roster. He has not played in a game this season as he continues to recover from injury.

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The Stanley Cup Final is set! The Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers both won their respective Conference Finals series in six games to advance to the Cup Final. Both teams trailed 2-1 in the Conference Finals before ripping off three straight wins to win the series. Lets get right into our Stanley Cup Final betting preview with odds, picks, predictions, and more in what should be a great series between the Oilers and Panthers.

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Florida Panthers (1A) vs. Edmonton Oilers (2P)

Game 1:Oilers at Panthers June 8, 8 p.m. (ABC, ESPN+, SN, CBC, TVAS) Game 2:Oilers at Panthers June 10, 8 p.m. (ABC, ESPN+, SN, CBC, TVAS) Game 3:Panthers at Oilers June 13, 8 p.m. (ABC, ESPN+, SN, CBC, TVAS) Game 4:Panthers at Oilers June 15, 8 p.m. (ABC, ESPN+, SN, CBC, TVAS) *Game 5:Oilers at Panthers June 18, 8 p.m. (ABC, ESPN+, SN, CBC, TVAS) *Game 6:Panthers at Oilers June 21, 8 p.m. (ABC, ESPN+, SN, CBC, TVAS) *Game 7:Oilers at Panthers June 24, 8 p.m. (ABC, ESPN+, SN, CBC, TVAS)

Florida Panthers (-130) | Edmonton Oilers (+110) Panthers -1.5 Games (+160) | Oilers +1.5 Games (-190) Over 5.5 Games (-190) | Under 5.5 Games (+155)

The Panthers are slight favorites here in the Stanley Cup Final with -130, implying a 56.52% chance of victory. The Oilers have an implied 47.62% chance at +110.

The Florida Panthers have yet to face elimination in these Stanley Cup Playoffs. They went up 3-0 against the Lightning before advancing in Game 5, took down the Bruins in six games after losing Game 1, and did the same to the Rangers after losing Games 2 and 3.

On the flip side, the Oilers faced elimination twice in one series this postseason. They took care of the Kings in five games but faced a 3-2 deficit against the Canucks in the second round. However, Edmonton came back strong to finish off Vancouver in Games 6 and 7. Of course, the Oilers prevailed over the Stars in the Western Conference Final in six games.

This should be an intense Stanley Cup Final between two teams with different styles of play.

The Oilers have two of the best players in the world in Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and they rely heavily on them. McDavid (31 points) has a point on just under half of the Oilers 63 goals this postseason. The top power-play unit of McDavid, Draisaitl (28 points), Evan Bouchard (27), Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (20), and Zach Hyman (18) lead the way for the top-heavy Oilers.

The Panthers, on the other hand, have a more balanced attack. Seven players have at least 10 points in the postseason, with Matthew Tkachuk (19), Carter Verhaeghe (17), and Aleksander Barkov (17) leading the way. Florida tends to control possession and play, limiting the opposition to just 2.17 expected goals per 60 minutes at 5-on-5 play.

In fact, Florida has the best xGF% in the playoffs at 55.02%, while Edmonton is just under 50%. Teams have been able to control play against the Oilers at 5-on-5, but their lethal power playand even better penalty killhas given them the edge.

Florida has been playing playoff-like hockey for over a year now. The Panthers got hot to make it into the playoffs last year and went on a Cinderella Run to the Stanley Cup Final.

Its the high-powered offense of Edmonton against the stout defense of Florida in the Stanley Cup Final. Hows that old saying go? Defense wins championships.

Stanley Cup Final Pick: Panthers (-130)

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Held on May 29 and 30 in Santiago, Chile, the 4th edition of CGS Santiago brought together key figures from the Latin American sports betting market. During the event, Lottopar President Daniel Romanowski highlighted Paran's role in regulating the sector and the main initiatives of the state lottery that contribute to this market in a secure and responsible manner.

In the panel, the steps taken to structure Lottopar's operations were presented to the participants of CGS Santiago. The first action was the procurement of a management platform and payment methods at no cost to the state, followed by the launch of a public notice for accreditation and the concession of fixed-odds betting, known as "bets."

Romanowski also mentioned the accreditation of testing and certification laboratories and the concern of the state lottery to communicate to the population, through educational tools and campaigns, that games are primarily an entertainment option where responsible gaming should be part of the daily routine of bettors.

Participating in this event was an excellent opportunity to showcase to Latin America the advances made by Paran in the sports betting market. We are projecting the name of our state and Lottopar to this expanding industry, said Daniel Romanowski, President of Lottopar.

We are conveying confidence in operating in a jurisdiction with a regulated market, respect for legislation, legal security, and a portfolio of lottery solutions that provide safe entertainment in a state lottery with pioneering initiatives that increasingly establish itself as a reference in the sector, he highlighted.

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Excellent, long overdue example of the devastating social and cultural impact of expanded gambling triggered by greed and massive profits for the industry and its sports franchise owners and the state coffers that feed on the remnants, without regard to the addictive impact on public health and integrity of the sport or anything resembling effective oversight and regulation. Shame on the industry and its profiteering enablers.

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Hopefully the online bettors come around to understanding why sports are important, before they have impressionable children of their own.

Dean Koulouris, Reading

Long ago, as a kid, I realized betting ruined the game as I put $5 on a friendly tennis match. How soon is a whole professional sports season going to blow up and be canceled due to players, coaches, or others being caught influencing the outcome of a game in order to win big money? I feel badly for anyone who gets sucked into this and loses control. Sad to read about the new form of heckling that players have to deal with when they dont deliver in a way needed for fans to win money.

Peter Reed, Maynard

Natick has been long overdue on this list (Top Spots to Live 2024, April 21). However, despite much longer descriptions for better-known, trendy suburban towns, Naticks narrative was brief and totally missed the mark. There was no description of The Center for Arts in Natick (its an amazing concert venue attracting top singer-songwriters from all over the country); its organic farm, which is a huge part of the local community; Belkin Family Lookout Farm, which in addition to fruit picking, has outdoor music all summer, weekend jazz brunch, and great outdoor and indoor food options; a wildlife sanctuary; and a thriving farmers market that attracts diversity traditionally reserved for the city. We appreciate the shoutout, but some of these key features are what make the town special.

Jeremy Whyman, South Natick

I have myself explored the Charles River, from land, as it flows from Millis to Medfield, to Sherborn, to Dover, to Needham, and Newton (Conquering the Charles, April 28). Gerry Browns descriptions of the river are entirely accurate, and it is interesting to get a boaters view. The other view, from land, reveals something different. The river and the surrounding Charles River Valley present a stunning picture of nature and community development in sometimes-successful juxtaposition. As MetroWest continues to develop, it is important to appreciate and to preserve both the Charles River and the spaces that surround it.

Maurice Rick Laurence, Newton

Kudos to Gerry Brown, Gene Hurley, and Jim Grant, for their intrepid paddle of the length of the Charles. Imagine how much easier and more pleasant it would have been without the numerous defunct dams in the way. And hopefully they didnt paddle right after a rainstorm, which is when raw sewage is still released into the river. The 1972 Clean Water Act promised fishable, swimmable rivers by 1983. The US EPAs Clean Charles Initiative of 1995 promised a swimmable Charles by 2005. Yet today it can still not be safe to swim in most stretches of the river. Hopefully their trip will inspire more Charles River lovers to join us in advocating for dam removal, habitat restoration, and an end to sewage releases!

Emily Norton, executive director, Charles River Watershed Association

Sometime in the 50s, my father and his friend decided to canoe the length of the Charles. They spent their first day paddling the shores of a lake with no outlet that they could locate. Ultimately, they did pick a source and paddled to Boston Harbor. Everything was very different then. More obstacles. Certainly no kayak rental docks. No Zakim Bridge. A totally different Boston Harbor. Still, separated by about 70 years, the author and his friends experienced the same adventure.

Lindsay W. Murphy, Bellville, Texas

Conquering the Charles nicely captures how different our familiar world feels when we experience it from a river, and how you can have a grand adventure in nature while staying close to home. Massachusetts is rich in rivers, and I encourage Globe readers to explore them. My organization, the Massachusetts Rivers Alliance, has created Explore Your Rivers, a web resource with information on recreational opportunities in every watershed in the state. You can find information on kayaking, fishing, swimming, or simply enjoying a peaceful stroll along the rivers, at massrivers.org.

Julia Blatt, founding executive director of the Massachusetts Rivers Alliance

While this article was quite interesting, kayaking the Charles in small bits over a few months period is hardly conquering it. I did the same trip with a fellow paddler in 1984 in a two-man touring canoe and we took just two days. We camped in a small tent in what was then the Dedham marshes.

Peter Bowers, Jamaica Plain

Revisiting the Past

I just finished Peter Zheutlins Return to 1953 (Connections, April 28). What a great story [of revisiting his birthplace], and the color and subjects in the picture [of him as an infant] were amazing. How wonderful to have this moment captured and to have it on hand!

Kathy OKeefe, Weymouth

In the paragraph where the writer realized he was at that spot [where he had been with his family as a baby].... I somehow knew and felt just what his reaction would be. I felt the same way, as I read it. And such a sweet picture of the three of them.

Erik Jarvi, Fitchburg

Great job on Have the Perfect Cape Cod Day (April 28). You hit a lot of our favorites as residents, including several of our favorite ice cream shops. My only addition would be Ice Cream Smuggler in Dennis. Great people, rich and creamy ice cream just perfect!

Jennifer Andrews, Centerville

Thanks for this list; I want to check out the Paww and a Great Marsh tour. But why no whale watching? The Cape is one of the best places on earth to go see whales. Its not too late to update this list to 31.

Beth Collins, Beverly

Are you kidding? You didnt include what are probably the most award winning ice cream shops on the Cape! The Sundae Schools in Dennis Port and Harwich Port are THE BEST!

Jerry Guthro, Medway

I would add one more: sunset at Rock Harbor Beach. Its free and every night Mother Nature deserves a standing ovation.

John Fanning, Hackettstown, New Jersey

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As cryptocurrencies adoption surges globally, new arenas such as sports betting are increasingly inculcating crypto into their mechanism owing to several reasons. The merger of crypto and sports betting is not just due to extra layers of added security in each transaction but also the technological advances and distinctive offerings of crypto platforms.

The scenario has become all too pervasive and transformed the sports betting arena. This article discusses the merger of crypto and sports betting and whats driving this change.

As already stated, security and privacy are key factors, while the rapid processing of transactions also stands out as an added benefit. Using digital currencies allows bettors to maintain anonymity and minimize exposure to personal information.

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Crypto sportsbooks go beyond simple currency alternatives by integrating cutting-edge technologies to improve user experiences. Blockchain technology supports these platforms by ensuring transaction transparency and reducing fraud risks.

Smart contracts are another innovation; they automatically process payments when certain conditions in sports events are met, eliminating the need for manual handling and enhancing trustworthiness. This technological shift results in a fluid betting experience designed to attract tech-savvy users.

As you can read here, in addition to blockchain and smart contracts, crypto gambling also leverages artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to enhance its offerings. These technologies can analyze vast amounts of data to provide more accurate odds, personalized betting recommendations, and automated risk management. By harnessing the power of AI and ML, crypto sportsbooks can offer their users a more engaging and tailored betting experience.

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As these technologies continue to advance, they may revolutionize the way people experience sports betting. Crypto sportsbooks are also exploring the potential of decentralized prediction markets. These markets harness the collective wisdom of the crowd to generate more accurate predictions and odds. By leveraging blockchain technology, these prediction markets can operate in a transparent and tamper-proof manner, providing a new level of fairness and efficiency to the sports betting industry.

Despite its benefits, crypto sports betting faces significant challenges, primarily regulatory uncertainty. The rules governing cryptocurrency and sports betting vary widely across different regions, creating a complex legal environment. This variability can discourage both operators and bettors. Moreover, the inherent volatility of cryptocurrencies adds a layer of risk, as the value of winnings can fluctuate unpredictably.

Another challenge facing crypto sports betting is the potential for market manipulation. The pseudonymous nature of cryptocurrencies can make it difficult to trace and prevent insider trading or match-fixing.

Educating users about the risks and proper usage of cryptocurrencies in sports betting is another significant challenge. Many people are still unfamiliar with the intricacies of digital currencies like Ethereum, and this lack of knowledge can lead to poor decision-making or even financial losses.

To deal with regulatory issues, many crypto gambling platforms seek licensure and comply with standard gambling regulations. Some collaborate with established betting companies to meet specific legal standards. Additionally, the development of betting platforms based on stablecoins is being explored to decrease the risks linked to cryptocurrency volatility, aiming for a more stable betting environment.

The future of integrating cryptocurrency into sports betting is promising, with potential to revolutionize the industry. Ongoing technological progress, evolving legal frameworks and broader acceptance of digital currencies may significantly grow this market. Both crypto enthusiasts and sports fans should keep an eye on these developments, as they will likely dictate the future of sports betting in the digital age.

Crypto gambling platforms are also investing in educational resources to help users navigate the complexities of cryptocurrency and sports betting. By providing clear guides, tutorials and customer support, these platforms aim to make the experience more accessible and user-friendly. As the industry matures, it is likely that best practices and industry standards will emerge, further enhancing the legitimacy and stability of crypto sports betting.

Disclaimer: The Crypto Times editorial team has not written or edited this article. The Crypto Times does not endorse gambling or betting and encourages readers to do their own research before investing in cryptocurrencies.

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