Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase was the subject of MLB trade rumors for weeks leading up to last weekend. Now, days after being placed on paid leave due to a

Both Guardians pitchers were placed on leave in July, related to an ongoing investigation into gambling by Major League Baseball.

The news hit Cleveland Guardians fans like a cold shower. Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, two key players for the team, have had their lockers cleared out in the clubhouse, according to Zack Meisel from The Athletic. This move comes at a critical time, as both players are on paid leave due to an MLB investigation into sports betting.