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Cleveland Pitcher Indicted for Pitch Manipulation Scheme

3/21/2026

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Cleveland reliever Clase is accused of manipulating pitches in at least 48 games to benefit bettors and coordinating with a gambler during a game.
Ortiz joined the scheme in June 2025.
Clase was indicted on wire fraud conspiracy and conspiracy to influence sporting contests.
MLB clarified that paid leave does not imply wrongdoing.
The trial is set for May 4, 2026, with delays possible.

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Story summary

Cleveland reliever Clase is accused of manipulating pitches in at least 48 games to benefit bettors and coordinating with a gambler during a game.
Ortiz joined the scheme in June 2025.
Clase was indicted on wire fraud conspiracy and conspiracy to influence sporting contests.
MLB clarified that paid leave does not imply wrongdoing.
The trial is set for May 4, 2026, with delays possible.