Former Astros Minor Leaguer Michael Kelly Suspended One Year For Gambling

Stan Norfleet and Chris Gordy of Next Up react to breaking news that former Houston Astros prospect Michael Kelly was suspended by Major League Baseball "for violating MLB's sports betting rules and policies," per an MLB investigation.

Kelly, who was pitching for the Oakland Athletics, received a one-year suspension for wagers made during his time with the Astros Triple-A affiliate in Sugar Land. Three of the nine games Kelly placed wagers on involved the Astros, betting a total of $99.22 on MLB games.

The league announced suspensions for five players Tuesday, including San Diego Padres infielder Tucupita Marcano who received a lifetime ban from baseball. Stan and Chris debate whether the gambling policies in sports and their consequences for athletes are warranted.

The Houston Astros defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 7-4 Monday at Minute Maid Park.

Starting pitcher Justin Verlander struggled in the first inning, giving up two home runs, but with bullpen help and home runs from Yordan Alvarez, Alex Bregman and Yainer Diaz, the Astros earned the victory and moved to seven games back from the lead in the AL West.

Stan and Chris also discuss the Texans beginning mandatory minicamp and review the latest comments from quarterback C.J. Stroud and wide receiver Tank Dell.