WASHINGTON — Cleveland closer Emmanuel Clase and right-handed starter Luis Ortiz have been indicted on federal charges in connection with an alleged gambling scheme involving manipulated baseball bets, the Department of Justice .

Both players face charges of wire fraud conspiracy, honest services wire fraud conspiracy, conspiracy to influence sporting contests by bribery and money laundering conspiracy.

Ortiz has been arrested in Boston, while Clase is not in custody. Prosecutors said the two conspired with others to influence individual pitches for bettors’ gain.

Clase’s alleged misconduct dates back to May 2023, while Ortiz’s actions began in June 2025, according to the indictment. Prosecutors allege Clase’s actions benefited gamblers by about $400,000, while Ortiz’s involvement nette

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