San Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano is currently under investigation by Major League Baseball for allegedly betting on baseball games. The investigation, which could potentially lead to a lifetime ban for Marcano, centers around allegations that he placed bets on games involving the Pittsburgh Pirates while on the injured list last season.
Marcano, 24, has been sidelined since tearing his right ACL in July 2021. He was claimed by the Padres in November and placed on the injured list in March. This investigation marks a rare instance of a current MLB player facing potential disciplinary action for betting on baseball.
