Briefing: Clase, Ortiz put on unpaid non-disciplinary leave

Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, pitchers for the Guardians, have been placed on unpaid non-disciplinary leave as of March 20, 2026. This decision arises from ongoing allegations regarding their involvement in a pitch-rigging scheme.

The leave is characterized as non-disciplinary, indicating that it is not a punitive measure but rather a procedural step while the situation is assessed.

This action follows an agreement between Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association, highlighting the league's commitment to addressing integrity issues within the sport.