Feds charge 2 Guardians players in betting scheme

Federal prosecutors have charged Cleveland Guardians pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz with rigging their pitches as part of a sports betting scheme, allegedly earning around $450,000 over two years. The complaint details how Clase agreed to throw balls instead of strikes to benefit bettors, while Ortiz later joined the scheme, accepting bribes for similar actions. Both men face multiple charges, including wire fraud and conspiracy. Ortiz was arrested, while Clase remains at large; the Guardians and MLB are cooperating with ongoing investigations.

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