CLEVELAND —

Two pitchers for the Cleveland Guardians have been indicted on charges related to bet rigging.

Emmanuel Clase, 27, and Luis Ortiz, 26, are being charged with wire fraud conspiracy, honest services wire fraud conspiracy, conspiracy to influence sporting contests by bribery and money laundering conspiracy. The top charges carry a potential punishment of up to 20 years in prison in the event of a conviction. Advertisement

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getty images Emmanuel Clase, 27 (left), and Luis Ortiz, 26 (right)

According to federal prosecutors, Clase started to take bribes on prop bets beginning in May 2023. Bettors wagered on the speed and type of Clase's pitches, with bettors knowing in advance the types of pitches that Clase would throw.

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