MLB upholds firing of umpire Pat Hoberg for sharing betting accounts; reinstatement possible in 2026.

MLB has upheld the firing of umpire Pat Hoberg for sharing his sports betting accounts with a friend who bet on baseball games. There is no evidence that Hoberg bet on games or manipulated outcomes, but he admitted to poor judgment and deleting messages during the investigation. Hoberg can apply for reinstatement starting in 2026.

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