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Every time Castellanos connected with the bat at a moment deemed unfortunate—whether it be during a memorial for a veteran or in the wake of a national tragedy—the social media phenomenon of betting on him surged. As quickly as a clip could go viral, the narrative was shaped around Castellanos's knack for home runs during the unlikeliest of times.
The Pope's Passing and Its Impact on Betting Odds
As news of the Pope's death spread, sportsbooks reacted swiftly. Odds for Castellanos hitting a home run plummeted, and within hours, betting patterns demonstrated an overwhelming preference for his success, irrespective of the odds. Once estimated at an 8% chance, his odds drastically reduced to a bet with over a 20% likelihood of a home run.