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Pitch-Rigging Trial: Clase Faces Major Allegations, Ortiz Less Involved

2/12/2026

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On February 11, 2026, attorney Christos N. Georgalis asked to separate Emmanuel Clase, a pitcher, and David Ortiz's cases due to differing involvement in alleged pitch-rigging scheme.
The government has 60,000 audio messages but found no direct communication between Ortiz and bettors.
Clase is accused of rigging over 250 pitches, while Ortiz is linked to only two.
Both pleaded not guilty, and the trial is set for May 4, 2026.

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Story summary

On February 11, 2026, attorney Christos N. Georgalis asked to separate Emmanuel Clase, a pitcher, and David Ortiz's cases due to differing involvement in alleged pitch-rigging scheme.
The government has 60,000 audio messages but found no direct communication between Ortiz and bettors.
Clase is accused of rigging over 250 pitches, while Ortiz is linked to only two.
Both pleaded not guilty, and the trial is set for May 4, 2026.