Cleveland Guardians Pitchers Indicted in Major Gambling Scandal
Emmanuel Clase and Luis L. Ortiz, two pitchers from the Cleveland Guardians, have been indicted on federal charges in connection with a sports betting and money laundering conspiracy. They are accused of taking bribes to rig pitches during MLB games as part of an alleged betting scheme. The ongoing investigation has raised serious concerns within the league about integrity, with both pitchers facing potential prison sentences of up to 65 years. This scandal marks a significant moment in Major League Baseball, as the implications of the case extend beyond the two players involved.
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