MLB places Guardians pitcher Emmanuel Clase on paid leave
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The Guardians’ first game without closer Emmanuel Clase took a dramatic turn late as Cade Smith blew a save opportunity and ex-Guardians infielder Tyler Freeman drove in the go-ahead run in the ninth inning as the Rockies handed Cleveland an 8-6 loss Monday at Progressive Field.
Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase — a rumored MLB trade deadline target — has been placed on paid leave in connection with a sports-gambling investigation, ESPN's Jeff Passan reported Monday. Clase is reportedly on leave through Aug. 31, per The Athletic's Zack Meisel.
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