In professional baseball, like in many other professional sports leagues, there are strict rules and regulations regarding sports betting. These rules are in place to maintain the integrity of the game and to prevent any potential conflicts of interest or corruption.

Major League Baseball (MLB) has a comprehensive Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program that also addresses betting. According to MLB’s rules, players, managers, and certain other personnel are prohibited from betting on baseball games, including those involving other professional leagues. This includes not only games within MLB but also games in other baseball leagues around the world.

However, when it comes to betting on other sports, the rules are generally less restrictive. MLB’s policy, as of my knowledge cutoff in 2023, does not explicitly prohibit players from betting on sports other than baseball, provided that such betting is legal in the jurisdiction where the player is placing the bet.

It’s important to note that while betting on other sports may be permissible, players must still adhere to all applicable laws and regulations, as well as any additional rules imposed by their teams or leagues. Moreover, players are often advised to exercise caution and good judgment to avoid any appearance of impropriety or potential legal issues.

It’s also worth mentioning that policies can change, and there may be differences in rules between professional and amateur levels of play. Therefore, for the most accurate and current information, it would be best to refer directly to the official policies of the specific league or organization in question.