How MLB investigates gambling allegations: A look at the Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase cases

How MLB investigates gambling allegations: A look at the Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase cases

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Major League Baseball’s Department of Investigations is in charge of investigating cases of sign stealing, domestic violence, sexual assault, drug use, international signing violations, sexual harassment, and sports betting.

Guardians Closer Emmanuel Clase On Leave Over Gambling Probe

Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase, on Monday, was placed on non-disciplinary paid leave through August 31 as part of Major League Baseball’s investigation into sports gambling, the second Guardians pitcher to be caught up in the inquiry. Guardians right-hander Luis Ortiz remains on non-disciplinary paid leave after originally being placed there on July 3 after unusual gambling activity on two pitches he threw for balls, sources told ESPN…