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Second Circuit Rules on Fantasy Sports 'Game of Skill' Controversy

During the 2017 to 2019 baseball seasons, allegations were made that individual baseball clubs were engaged in electronic "sign stealing." Shortly after this activity was acknowledged by Major League Baseball's Commissioner, a class action suit was filed, alleging that MLB made actionable misrepresentations that had an impact on the fantasy baseball games.

7 minute read May 01, 2022 at 12:11 AM
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Peter Brown
Second Circuit Rules on Fantasy Sports 'Game of Skill' Controversy

Sports fans have enjoyed playing competitive games of fantasy sports for many years. In 2012, DraftKings was founded to serve these fans by operating daily and weekly fantasy sports contests on its website and mobile apps.

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