Guardians Pitcher Luis Ortiz Faces League Probe

The Cleveland Guardians have placed pitcher Luis Ortiz on paid leave until after the All-Star break. This decision comes as the league investigates a matter related to gambling. Both the team and the league have agreed to the leave, but further details remain scarce.

Ortiz's Performance and Background

• Age: 26
• Season Stats:
• ERA: 4.36
• Strikeout Rate: 25.1%
• Walk Rate: 11%
• Games Pitched: 16

Ortiz joined the Guardians this season after being traded from the Pirates. He was scheduled to pitch today, but Joey Cantillo will now take his place.

Guardians' Rotation Challenges

The Guardians' pitching rotation has faced several setbacks this season:

• Ben Lively lost for the season due to Tommy John surgery.
• Shane Bieber, the team's long-time ace, has encountered setbacks in his recovery from surgery. However, he has recently resumed throwing, which is a positive development.

Uncertainty and Speculation

Ortiz's leave raises significant questions, as it is uncommon for a player to be placed on leave during an ongoing investigation. The lack of transparency has left fans and analysts speculating about the specifics and potential impact on the team.