First-pitch bets could be on the chopping block as MLB investigates two Guardians pitchers.

The state of Ohio is looking at banning “microbets,” which would include wagers on MLB’s first pitches, according to ESPN .

Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC) executive director Matt Schuler told the outlet that his department, at Gov. Mike DeWine’s request, is looking into microbets before potentially removing some player props as legal wagers.

Guardians pitcher Luis Ortiz throws a pitch during a road game against the Yankees earlier this season. Bill Kostroun/New York Post

The news comes after Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase were placed on leave by MLB due to a league gambling investigation .

Ortiz is being investigated after a pair of his pitches received unusual ga

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