Luis Ortiz

The investigation is related to in-game prop bets on two pitches thrown by Ortiz that received higher activity than usual during his starts.

The investigation is related to in-game prop bets on two pitches thrown by Ortiz that received higher activity than usual during his starts.

The Guardians designated left-hander Kolby Allard for assignment Thursday, per a team announcement. Between Allard’s DFA and right-hander Luis Ortiz’s placement on paid administrative leave while he is the subject of a gambling investigation by the league, Cleveland needed to fill a pair of roster spots. They’ve recalled lefties Joey Cantillo and Doug Nikhazy from…

The Guardians designated left-hander Kolby Allard for assignment Thursday, per a team announcement. Between Allard’s DFA and right-hander Luis Ortiz’s placement on paid administrative leave while he is the subject of a gambling investigation by the league, Cleveland needed to fill a pair of roster spots. They’ve recalled lefties Joey Cantillo and Doug Nikhazy from…

Luis Ortiz was placed on non-disciplinary leave due to an investigation by MLB, which is investigating Ortiz in relation to possible gambling.