Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, prominent pitchers for the Cleveland Guardians, are facing a Major League Baseball (MLB) investigation related to a gambling issue. Both pitchers are on paid leave until at least August 31, 2025, as MLB takes a strict stance against players betting on baseball games. The MLB has clarified that no other members of the Guardians team are involved in the probe. This comes as a significant concern for both the team and baseball as Clase and Ortiz, crucial players for the Guardians, are sidelined pending the investigation.