Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz, Emmanuel Clase charged with sports betting, money laundering conspiracy by DOJ
Cleveland Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase have been indicted by the Department of Justice, the U.S. District Attorney's Office announced Sunday. The pair, who have been on indefinite leave amid an MLB gambling investigation, have been indicted with several charges, including conspiracy to influence sporting contests by bribery and money laundering conspiracy
In a 23-page indictment, the DOJ alleges the two pitchers conspired with bettors to intentionally throw balls so their co-conspirators could cash in on wagers related to the type of pitch.
Prosecutors say Clase began participating in this scheme as early as May 2023, while Ortiz joined in June of 2025. Per the DOJ, Clase's role earned his co-conspirators at least $400,000 in rigged bets.
Ortiz was arrested in Boston on Sunday, while Clase is not yet in custody.
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