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Jury Selection Set for MLB Pitchers' Fraud Trial

12/3/2025

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  • U.S. District Judge Kiyo Matsumoto announced that jury selection will begin May 4 in Brooklyn federal court.
  • The trial is expected to last about two weeks.
  • Prosecutors have provided defense with evidence, including digital files, since the arrests last month.
  • The pitchers identified as Clase and Ortiz face charges of wire fraud conspiracy and bribery.
  • They have pleaded not guilty and are on paid leave as MLB investigates unusual betting patterns.