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On YouTubeCleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / December 11
How Emmanuel Clase was almost traded before illegal gambling investigation unfolded
Emmanuel Clase's MLB career and legacy came crumbling down in an instant. In late July 2025, Clase was put under investigation by MLB due to an investigation into his supposed involvement in an illegal gambling operation.
MLB News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / December 3
Cleveland Guardians sign former Los Angeles Angels reliever
The Cleveland Guardians are in position to improve their bullpen this offseason after the departure of closer Emmanuel Clase during the MLB's gambling investigation.
MLB News / Covering the Corner / December 3
N&N for December 3, 2025 
Here’s what you could have missed in the past 24 hours: • Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz appeared in federal court and must do so again in May. • The Angels signed Alek Manoah for 2 million dollars (1 year).
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
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Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / December 2
Trial date set for Guardians' Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz bribery case
Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz will be on trial next May on the federal charges that they both accepted bribes to help gamblers win prop bets on their pitches, it was announced Tuesday.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / November 24
Ohio Governor makes bold claim about legalized gambling after Guardians controversy
The Cleveland Guardians' front office is currently awaiting to see what happens to closer Emmanuel Clase and starting pitcher Luiz Ortiz. The two, just a few weeks ago, were indicted on charges of wire fraud conspiracy, honest services wire fraud conspiracy, conspiracy to influence sporting contests by bribery, and money laundering conspiracy.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 13
Guardians’ Chris Antonetti praises team performance after gambling suspensions
Despite an absolutely remarkable turnaround in which they surged from fourth place in July to winning the AL Central come late September, the Cleveland Guardians are in the headlines for the wrong reason.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / November 13
Guardians P Emmanuel Clase surrenders in gambling case
Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase was taken into custody Thursday at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York upon his arrival from his native Dominican Republic.
MLB News / Bucs Dugout / November 12
Former Pirates pitcher indicted on allegations of fraud, rigging pitches
This week, two Major League pitchers were indicted on federal fraud allegations stemming from allegedly rigging pitches in an illegal gambling scheme.
Cleveland Guardians News / Dodger Blue / November 11
MLB & Partner Sportsbooks Implement Limit For Prop Bets On Pitching Amid Gambling Scandal
Seemingly in response to former Cleveland Guardians teammates Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz being indicted by federal prosecutors for their roles in an alleged scheme to rig bets on individual pitches thrown, MLB and its sportsbook partners have created new safeguards.
Cleveland Guardians News / Bluejaysnation / November 11
MLB Notebook: Guardians’ Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz face up to 65 years in prison
Two Cleveland Guardians are in hot water. In early July, Major League Baseball placed Luis Ortiz on non-disciplinary paid leave due to an investigation into potential gambling charges.
Cleveland Guardians News / Larry Brown Sports / November 10
Sportsbooks make change to crack down after Emmanuel Clase scandal
Some major sportsbooks have made changes to crack down on sports betting manipulation in response to the Emmanuel Clase scandal. MLB announced on Monday that DraftKings and FanDuel, two approved partner sportsbooks for MLB, have agreed to cap betting on individual thrown pitches at $200.
Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / November 10
MLB to limit pitch prop bets to $200 at authorized sportsbooks
MLB announced Monday that all league-authorized sportsbooks will now limit pitch prop bets to no more than $200 in response to a federal indictment that ensnared two Cleveland Guardians pitchers.
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / November 10
Emmanuel Clase replacement options: Who should be the Guardians' closer in 2026?
Now that Emmanuel Clase has officially been indicted, it is likely we will never see him pitch not just for the Cleveland Guardians but in MLB ever again.
Athletics News / Dodger Blue / November 10
Andy Pages’ At-Bat Connected To Emmanuel Clase Betting Scandal
Cleveland Guardians teammates Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz were indicted by prosecutors on Sunday for their roles in an alleged scheme to manipulate bets on individual pitches thrown during MLB games.
Cleveland Guardians News / Cleveland Guardians on SI / November 10
Emmanuel Clase's attorney provides update on indictment and claims he's innocent
Emmanuel Clase's agent is coming out in defense of his client. On Monday, Nov. 10, the public received an update on the situation revolving around former Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase.
Cleveland Guardians News / Larry Brown Sports / November 10
Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase are facing lengthy prison sentences
Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted on federal charges related to an alleged gambling scheme, and they are facing lengthy prison sentences if convicted.
Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / November 9
Guardians Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz indicted in alleged betting scheme
Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted after being accused of rigging bets in Major League Baseball games. The indictment was handed down earlier this week in U.S.
Cleveland Guardians News / Larry Brown Sports / November 10
Emmanuel Clase’s text messages about alleged gambling scheme have been revealed
Cleveland Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase has been indicted for his alleged role in an illegal sports betting scheme, and text messages have revealed his role in it.
Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker / November 10
Guardians pitchers indicted on slew of sports betting charges
Both had been on indefinite administrative leave as MLB investigated allegations of sports gambling.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 9
Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz indicted on gambling charges
Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted on charges involving sports betting.
Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker / October 27
Three questions facing the Cleveland Guardians this offseason
The Cleveland Guardians were not supposed to reach the postseason. Despite a 54-54 record at the trade deadline, the Guardians were sellers.
Cleveland Guardians News / Field Level Media / October 23
Report: Guardians won't let Emmanuel Clase pitch in winter league
The Cleveland Guardians will not grant permission for suspended closer Emmanuel Clase to pitch in the Venezuelan winter league, according to a report by The Athletic.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 22
Guardians to prevent Emmanuel Clase from playing in Venezuelan Winter League
Emmanuel Clase was preparing to pitch for the Tiburones de La Guaira of Venezuela’s LVBP this winter, as first reported by Daniel Alvarez Montes of El Extrabase.
Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker / October 14
Suspended Guardians pitchers blocked from playing in winter league
Suspended Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase won't be permitted to play in the winter leagues while they wait for MLB's decision on its gambling investigation.
Cleveland Guardians News / Yardbarker / September 3
Guardians' trade-deadline failure contributing to MLB’s worst offense
Although it may not have been noticeable after their seven-run outburst against the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday, despite the loss, the Cleveland Guardians offense has been the worst in baseball for over a month.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31
Administrative leave for Guardians pitchers extended 'until further notice'
The Guardians announced on Sunday that MLB and the MLB Players’ Association have jointly agreed to extend non-disciplinary administrative leave for hurlers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz “until further notice.”
Cleveland Guardians News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29
Videos emerge of questionable pitches from Emmanuel Clase
Cleveland Guardians reliever Emmanuel Clase was placed on leave by Major League Baseball on Monday amid a gambling investigation, and some videos that have surfaced of pitches that were thrown by the closer this season are raising questions.
Cleveland Guardians News / Last Word On Sports / July 28
Emmanuel Clase Placed on Non-Disciplinary Paid Leave as Part of MLB Gambling Investigation
The Cleveland Guardians have announced that All-Star reliever Emmanuel Clase has been placed on non-disciplinary paid leave, per an agreement with the MLBPA, as the league continues its investigation into sports betting.
Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 28
Three-time All-Star placed on administrative leave amid MLB's betting investigation
A three-time All-Star reliever has been placed on administrative leave amid MLB's investigation into sports betting.
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