Summary
Emmanuel Clase, a pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians and three-time All-Star, is reportedly facing a permanent suspension from Major League Baseball due to a gambling investigation. He and his teammate Luis Ortiz were placed on paid leave in July 2023. Reports suggest Clase's MLB career may be over because of strong evidence against him.
Key Facts
- Emmanuel Clase is a three-time All-Star pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians.
- Major League Baseball placed Clase on paid leave in July 2023 due to a gambling investigation.
- Clase's teammate, Luis Ortiz, was also placed on paid leave.
- Reports state that strong evidence supports the claims that Clase gambled on baseball games.
- There has been no official update from MLB since August 2023, but sources say Clase will not pitch in MLB again.
- Clase's contract with the Guardians included $20 million with options for future years, but it's affected by the gambling scandal.
- Historically, Clase was a top closer in the American League, leading in games finished and saves for three years.
