Luis Ortiz, a right-handed pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians, is under investigation by MLB and has been placed on nondisciplinary paid leave until July 17. The specifics of the investigation are not detailed by MLB. The Guardians have acknowledged the leave and stated they cannot comment further. Ortiz, who has a 4-9 record and a 4.36 ERA this season, was traded to the Guardians from the Pirates during the offseason. The team is currently experiencing a losing streak, impacting their standings in the league.
MLB has placed Cleveland Guardians right-hander Luis Ortiz on nondisciplinary paid leave due to an ongoing investigation, scheduled to last until July 17.
The Guardians received notification of Ortiz's leave per an agreement with the Players Association, and they cannot comment further due to league confidentiality.
Ortiz, a 26-year-old pitcher, has a 4-9 record and a 4.36 ERA this season, contributing to the Guardians’ position in the league.
He signed with the Pirates in 2018, made his MLB debut in 2022, and has transitioned to the Guardians following a trade involving multiple teams.
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