Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase faces serious allegations of pitch rigging during the 2024 ALDS against the Tigers, including intentionally throwing a pitch outside the strike zone. Federal prosecutors claim he used coded language in messages and funneled money through a third party, while Clase insists the terms refer to legal cockfighting in the Dominican Republic. Despite his outstanding regular season, Clase struggled in the postseason, raising questions about the impact of these allegations on his performance. Both Clase and fellow pitcher Luis Ortiz maintain their innocence, supported by witnesses denying any coordinated betting.
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